"Napoleon III Tilting Pedestal Table Blackened Wood, Boiled Cardboard Mother-of-pearl Inlays Flowers Bird"
Large Napoleon III pedestal table, blackened wooden base enhanced with gold, boiled cardboard top using the technique developed at Pont à Mousson in the 19th century. Very beautiful painted decoration of flowers and a tit, all decorated with mother-of-pearl inlays to create reflection and luminosity. Napoleon III period, 19th century. Good condition, note a slight bend on the tray.