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Matthias

Behold the "Side Table Matthias", an icon within The Met x Eichholtz collection. With its antique gold finish and stunning green marble, this handcrafted masterpiece boasts a unique character, with each piece displaying distinct variations. It exudes grandeur. Inspired by Matthias Lock's designs, it features intricate details like shell motifs, classical masks, lion's paws, and rich acanthus leaves. The water gilding adds a touch of brilliance, making it a timeless addition to your home. HISTORIC PROVENANCE The Side Table Matthias is inspired by a pair of magnificently ornate British side tables (ca. 1740) thought to be influenced by an unfinished drawing by the designer and carver Matthias Lock (British, ca. 1710–ca. 1765). The Met’s tables, made from carved and gilded pine with a modern scagliola top of fine plaster, feature details such as large shell motifs, classical masks, lion's paws, curling acanthus leaves, and a running Vitruvian scroll, typical of the British version of the French Rococo style. The Side Table Matthias is a celebration of the original design, crafted in an antiqued gold finish with an elegant green marble top.