Louis XVI Marquetry Tea Trolley with Ormolu Mounts

Royal Inspiration

Conceived in the spirit of the great Parisian ébénistes of the Louis XVI era, this tea trolley channels the refined neoclassical elegance of Versailles. Floral bouquets, acanthus scrolls, and flowing ribbon motifs are inlaid across the upper tray surface, evoking the splendour of 18th-century French court furniture.

Materials & Finish

Crafted from solid mahogany and burr-wood veneers, every surface is hand-polished to a warm, deep lustre. The floral marquetry is painstakingly assembled from contrasting exotic wood species. Ormolu mounts — draped swags, floral rosettes, and acanthus corner appliqués — are cast in brass and finished in antique gold, adding luminous contrast to the rich timber tones.

Gallery Rail & Structure

A pierced brass gallery rail frames the upper tray, while tapered, fluted mahogany legs rise from delicate ormolu sabots to brass casters, allowing graceful movement through any room. A lower serpentine shelf in book-matched burr veneer provides additional display or serving space.

Brass & Wood Craftsmanship

Each piece is individually handcrafted in the Brass & Wood atelier in Egypt by master artisans trained in classical European cabinetmaking traditions. This trolley is a statement of heritage, luxury, and living artistry.