Victorian Style Lyre Base Marble Top Coffee Table and End Table Set
Unbranded (Victorian Revivalist Style) · Furniture > Tables
Era / Decade
Mid-20th Century (1950s-1960s)
Material
Italian White Carrara Marble tops; Maple wood base with a dark cherry/mahogany finish; Metal wire 'strings' for the lyre motif.
Condition
Good to Very Good. The marble appears intact without major visible cracks. The wood bases show some light scuffing near the feet consistent with age.
Demand Level
Moderate. While Victorian style is currently niche, marble-top furniture remains a steady seller for traditional and maximalist home decor.
Resale Value
Estimated Resale Value
$300 - $700 (Complete 3-piece set range: $150-250 for end tables, $200-450 for coffee table)
Estimated Retail Value
$1,200 - $1,800 (Comparable modern high-quality reproduction sets)
Comparable Sales
Similar vintage lyre-base marble tables sell individually for $150-$300 on eBay (local pickup) and sets frequently move for $400-$600 in metropolitan antique markets.
Description
Stunning 3-piece vintage Victorian Revival table set featuring one harped lyre-base coffee table and two matching pedestal end tables. Each piece is crowned with a thick, scalloped-edge Italian white marble slab. The bases are crafted from solid maple in a rich, dark traditional finish, featuring elegant curved legs and ornate lyre 'harp' center supports.
Key Features
Genuine Italian Marble tops; Classic Lyre/Harp base design; Matching 3-piece set; Scalloped 'turtle top' edge on the coffee table.
Authenticity Indicators
The scalloped marble edges and wire harp strings are classic 1960s revival hallmarks. High confidence in materials (marble and maple) based on owner description.
Flaws to Note
Potential yellowing or ring marks on marble (common with age); minor nicks on the wooden feet; dust accumulation in the lyre wire crevices.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
Facebook Marketplace or OfferUp (due to weight and shipping difficulty); Local Consignment Shops; Antique Malls.
Selling Tips
Highlight the 'Italian Marble' and 'Lyre Base'. Use 'Regency' and 'Victorian' as keywords. Ensure you photograph the tops clearly to show no stains. Clean the wood with high-quality polish to make the dark finish pop against the white marble.