FRENCH EMPIRE MARBLE-TOP MAHOGANY CONSOLE,early 19th century, with gilt-metal mounts. Rectangular grey marble slab over figured veneer frieze; columnar supports; on concave shaped-plinth base - 31 in. x 48 1/4 in. x 19 in. Estimate $2,500-3,500
Provenance: Josephine Bonaparte, Château de Malmaison, acquired by Stephen Van Rensselaer III (1765-1839). Estate of Barbara B. Parrott, Georgetown, Washington, DC Accompanied by letter with details of provenance.
Good condition, with scattered small veneer losses to plinth base; and two 5 in. sections lost to upper back pilasters ( in frieze area)
