Absolutely a cool table! I think, unless it is a valuable antique, that the chalk paint idea sounds good. "Almost" matching wood tones may look odd. Also depends on where you plan to use it, though - the chalk paint would be a much less formal look.

This isn't the kind of table that should be unstained (and please do NOT think about painting this...no no no).

It needs a darker stain.

Dark stain. White paint on the legs of dining tables gets dark dings from shoes.

Love This Table! I would stain it darker.