I like the top too! I actually would sand the paint off the base and stain it with a clear stain to really get the wood grain to pop. Plus, I think a natural wood tone would coordinate better with the top. (Also, I have no idea how to refurbish enamel/porcelain and would be too scared to ruin it)

Really? Wow...I never would have considered that. Certainly something I will ponder however. I'm not sure I have the patience (or desire) to sand down the whole base. But I would certainly paint it...perhaps a mid-dark brown.

Beware dark brown paint! It often looks like something that I can't type in an online forum! Seriously I bought a house once where all the trim was painted brown 'to look like wood'. UGH! If you aren't a fan of tons of prep this is a good place to try out chalk paint, sounds like it would work with your farmhouse aesthetic.