Oval Glass-Top Coffee Table / Cocktail Table with X-Stretcher and Claw Feet
Table (Coffee Table) · Neoclassical Revival / Transitional (Contemporary) · Ballard Designs (based on provided context and characteristic catalog style), known for classic traditional and transitional home decor.
Type
Table (Coffee Table)
Style Period
Neoclassical Revival / Transitional (Contemporary)
Material
Cast metal frame (likely iron or brass alloy) with an antique bronze or gold finish, and an inset antiqued mirrored glass top.
Age Estimate
Estimated to be 2-15 years old, representing contemporary production in a traditional historic revival style.
Dimensions
Estimated dimensions: Height 18-20 inches, Width 42-48 inches, Depth 22-26 inches. This falls well within the standard sizing range for an oval living room cocktail table.
Origin
Modern contemporary manufacture, likely produced in Asia for a major American home furnishings retailer.
Designer/Maker
Ballard Designs (based on provided context and characteristic catalog style), known for classic traditional and transitional home decor.
Value Estimate
Estimated retail value range of $300 to $600 depending on current catalog pricing and local secondary market demand.
Description
This elegant oval coffee table features a distinctive antique-finished mirrored glass top inset into a slender, intricately detailed metal frame. The base showcases classical architectural elements including graceful sabre or claw feet, decorative upper capitals, and a stable X-stretcher supporting cross-bracing. The antiqued mirror top adds a reflective, glamorous touch that bounces light around the room, perfectly balancing neoclassical grandeur with contemporary transitional styling.
Key Features
Oval antiqued mirror glass top, slender cast metal frame with antique bronze finish, X-stretcher base with decorative nodes, and detailed claw feet.
Color & Finish
A warm, antiqued brass or bronze metallic finish with hand-rubbed highlights that give the metal a slightly aged patina and subtle high-low depth.
Construction Method
Factory-manufactured with modular metal assembly components, featuring welded and bolted joints for the base structure supporting the inset glass top.
Joinery & Craftsmanship
Industrial mechanical fastening and metal welding; clean assembly typical of high-end contemporary home furnishing manufacturers.
Wood Grain & Species
Not applicable, as the frame is constructed entirely of metal and topped with antiqued glass.
Surface Treatment
Applied chemical bronze/brass patina with a protective clear lacquer coating to prevent tarnish and wear on the metal frame.
Upholstery Details
Not applicable to this piece.
Hardware & Fittings
Integrated structural metal fittings, decorative collars, and cast claw feet forming a unified aesthetic design.
Origin & Provenance
Modern contemporary manufacture, likely produced in Asia for a major American home furnishings retailer.
Condition Notes
Visually in Very Good to Excellent condition with no obvious structural flaws, cracks in the glass, or significant finish loss visible.
Interesting Facts
Antiqued mirror glass became extremely popular in 20th and 21st-century interior design because it offers the reflective brightness of standard glass while diffusing direct glare and hiding everyday dust or smudges.
Cultural Significance
Draws heavy inspiration from 18th-century French and English neoclassical furniture, reinterpreting historical motifs like animal paw feet and X-stretchers for modern domestic living spaces.
Similar Pieces
Neoclassical style brass and glass coffee tables from brands like Frontgate, Horchow, or vintage Maison Jansen pieces (distinguished by heavier artisan cast brass and true vintage age).
Care & Maintenance
Clean the mirrored glass top regularly with a soft, lint-free cloth and mild glass cleaner. Dust the metal frame with a dry microfiber cloth; avoid abrasive cleaners or harsh chemicals that could strip the protective lacquer finish.
Value Estimate
Estimated retail value range of $300 to $600 depending on current catalog pricing and local secondary market demand.
Sustainability Notes
Built for long-term durability using metal and glass, avoiding disposable fast-furniture materials. High longevity and timeless design contribute to sustainability through extended product lifecycle.
Notes
Ballard designs