Empire Style Square Side Table

Look & Feel

There's something very elegant about black and gold, particularly when it's paired with such beautiful classical detailing. Inspired by French Empire furniture, this square side table combines strong architectural lines with delicate gilt metal stretchers and decorative claw feet. The glass top gives the design a lighter, more contemporary feel, while the slim black columns add a smart, tailored finish. It's a little bit grand, a little bit glamorous and surprisingly easy to live with.

Style Ideas For You

Use a matching pair of these tables to create a beautifully balanced sitting room, particularly alongside velvet or linen upholstery.

The black columns and gilt detailing work wonderfully against neutral walls, modern furniture and natural stone finishes in a more modern setting.

Mix with antique furniture, gilt mirrors and rich upholstery for a layered interior that feels collected rather than coordinated in a traditional country house setting

- Definitely a square side table, it features a square glass tabletop supported by four black column legs, creating a compact and beautifully balanced design

- The feet on these Empire pieces are known as claw feet or lion's paw feet, a classical furniture detail associated with Empire and Neoclassical design.

- The clean glass top and slim black columns allow the classical gilt details to sit comfortably alongside modern furniture in a contemporary setting

- A matching pair creates a lovely sense of symmetry, particularly with coordinated table lamps, at either side of a sofa - perfection !

Materials

Metal framework with a gilt finish, black-finished column legs, clear inset glass tabletop and decorative gilt-finish claw feet.

Care

Dust regularly with a soft, dry cloth. Clean the glass with a suitable glass cleaner applied to a cloth rather than directly onto the table. Wipe metal surfaces gently. Avoid abrasive cleaners, harsh chemicals and excessive moisture to preserve the decorative finish.