Antique French Patisserie Counter Kitchen Island with Marble Top, circa 1930

Antique French shop counter dating from circa 1930, originally used in a patisserie in France.

The counter is constructed from a combination of oak, chestnut and pine and has a substantial 2 cm thick marble worktop, surrounded by a chestnut wood border.

Unlike many old shop counters, this piece is open and usable from both sides. Both sides have open shelving, while one side also has a practical drawer with an old metal handle. This makes the counter particularly suitable for use as a freestanding kitchen island, as storage and the worktop can be accessed from either side.

The wood shows considerable traces of its former working life, with wear, marks, old paint remnants and variations in colour throughout. These have been retained as part of the character of the piece. The marble top also shows signs of age and use.

At 90 cm high, the counter has a practical working height for use as a kitchen island or preparation table. The marble provides a durable work surface and is particularly fitting given the counter’s former use in a French patisserie.

Origin: France
Period: circa 1930
Original use: Patisserie shop counter
Materials: Oak, chestnut, pine and marble
Features: Open storage on both sides, shelving and one drawer
Condition: Good vintage condition with visible age-related wear and traces of its former commercial use

Dimensions

Overall:
Width: 128 cm
Depth: 73 cm
Height: 90 cm

Marble top:
Width: 115 cm
Depth: 60 cm
Thickness: 2 cm