19th Century French Cast Iron and Marble Patisserie Table
A French cast iron and marble Patisserie table, 19th century, the rectangular white marble plate, raised upon a decorative cast iron base with pierced foliate and scroll apron, supported by large scroll formed legs on casters, united with stretchers fitted with decorative brasswork, manufacturer's mark in the mould to base, 29.13 in. high, 47.05 in. long, 23.62 in. deep
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- Foliate - Decorated with leaves or leaf-like forms.
- Pierced Decoration - Ornamental woodwork with part of the background cut through and removed to produce an open-work pattern.
- Apron - A decorative wooden panel that sits underneath the top surface of a table or chair, and unites the top of the piece with the legs, running at right angles to the underside. On carcase furniture such as a chest or wardrobe, the apron sits below the drawers or doors and attaches to the legs.
On carcase furniture without legs the panel under the drawers or doors sits on the floor and is termed a plinth.
An apron can provide a decorative touch to an otherwise unadorned piece of furniture and at the same time provide structural support and strength. They can be carved or pierced and quite elaborate.
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