Triple Acanthus Dining Table Base 29H Classical Home Decor

A Triple Acanthus Dining Table Base in the Round

This triple acanthus dining table base shapes the iconic leaf into a round classical pedestal. A mirrored scroll swirl repeats around the form. It is a rhythmic and stately homage to ancient design. The pictured finish is museum white. A triple acanthus dining table base stands firm at the center of a room.

Product Details

• Material: Reinforced plaster
• Finish: Museum white shown
• Size: 29 in H x 24 in W x 24 in D
• Weight: 162 lbs per piece
• Glass for one: 36 to 54 in round
• Glass for two: 42 x 78 in. Not included
• Part number: HP107
• Production: Made to order in the USA, 3 to 5 weeks
• Shipping: Freight, continental USA only

The Acanthus Leaf

The Greeks adopted the acanthus leaf as an ornament on temples and columns. The oldest known Corinthian column is at Bassae, about 420 BC. Romans curled the leaf ends and made the Corinthian order their favorite. Round acanthus pedestal designs wrap the leaf around the form. A scroll swirl pedestal repeats it around the base.

One Base or Two

One base holds a round top of 36 to 54 in. Two bases hold a rectangle of 42 x 78 in. The 29 in height is standard for dining. A classical round dining base suits a circular glass top. The triple acanthus dining table base is heavy at 162 lbs, so it stays steady.

Setting the Glass

Order glass locally, since glass is not included. Use glass 1/2 to 3/4 in thick. Browse more pieces in our Pedestals and Old World Columns collection. See the finishes and FAQ page for color chips. Place the triple acanthus dining table base on a level floor.

About Classical Ornament

Greek and Roman carvers filled friezes and capitals with plants. Later eras kept the leaf in Baroque, Rococo, and Neoclassical design. A round acanthus pedestal adds a sculptural base to a modern room. A scroll swirl pedestal and a classical round dining base share that style.

For More Reading from the Web

• Want the story of the leaf? This page covers Bassae, Vitruvius, and the Renaissance revival. Acanthus (ornament) - Wikipedia