Neoclassical Ebonised Marquetry Dining Set
At OE-FASHION Furniture, we engineer the Neoclassical Ebonised Marquetry Dining Set to function as a tectonic centrepiece. The design references the Jacobean and Baroque traditions through its spiral turning, updated with a Neoclassical ebonised finish to provide visual gravity in grand dining halls and private salons.
Aesthetic Structure & Proportions
The table is defined by its scalloped perimeter and “Solomonic” (spiral-turned) legs. This helical leg profile creates a dynamic vertical rhythm that breaks the static mass of the ebonised frame. The tabletop acts as a horizontal canvas, featuring book-matched burl walnut veneer inlaid with complex floral arabesques in maple and satinwood, creating a high-contrast visual hierarchy against the black structural elements.
Construction Logic & Material Behaviour
The tabletop is constructed from a high-density composite core, essential for supporting the marquetry veneer. This substrate stability prevents the expansion gaps that would otherwise fracture the delicate inlay work under fluctuating humidity conditions.
- Veneer Preservation: The marquetry surface is encapsulated in multiple coats of clear polyester lacquer (PE). This industrial-grade finish provides a glass-like hardness (9H), protecting the wood grain from thermal shock and dining abrasion.
- Structural Joinery: The spiral legs are turned from solid beech and dowelled into the apron with corner-blocked reinforcement. This ensures the table withstands lateral shear forces without the wobble common in slender-legged furniture.
- Chair Engineering: The chairs utilise a “Dual-Upholstery” strategy: the seat pad is finished in top-grain leather for durability against friction, while the backrest uses a decorative jacquard weave for aesthetic softness.
Functional Integration & Ergonomics
The chair frames feature a slight rake in the backrest, optimised for lumbar support during extended dining services. The table apron is profiled to maximise knee clearance (680mm from floor to apron), ensuring guests can cross their legs comfortably without obstruction. The spiral turning on the chair legs is terminated with gilded collars, protecting the wood end-grain from mop water and floor cleaning equipment.
Installation & Project Constraints
The table is delivered in two parts (top and base frame) to facilitate access through standard doorways. The top is significant in weight (approx. 100kg); white-glove assembly is required to align the top with the base fixing points.
Bespoke Manufacturing (OEM / ODM)
OE-FASHION Furniture operates as a technical manufacturing partner for interior specifiers.
- Marquetry Customisation: The floral inlay pattern can be simplified or replaced with geometric stringing for a more restrained aesthetic.
- Finish Adjustment: The ebonised (black) elements can be finished in natural walnut or mahogany to reduce contrast.
- Dimensional Scaling: Table length can be extended to 3500mm with the addition of a central fifth leg for span support.
Why OE-FASHION Furniture
Contact our engineering team to specify the dimensions and marquetry details for your Neoclassical Ebonised Marquetry Dining Set.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can the chair upholstery be unified?
A: Yes. While we recommend the leather/fabric mix for performance, we can upholster the entire chair in leather or fabric (COM accepted).
Q: Is the gold detailing painted?
A: The gold accents on the spiral turning and finials are applied using transfer gold leaf, then sealed, ensuring a metallic luster superior to paint.
Q: How do I maintain the high-gloss marquetry top?
A: Use a damp microfibre cloth for daily cleaning. Avoid abrasive sponges. We recommend coasters for beverages to prevent thermal transfer
