The high traditional design of Old World is inspired primarily by classic European styles of antiquity. Clearly influenced by the later Renaissance period, which featured enrichment of ornament and outline, Old World reflects the elaborate details of the French and English translation of this significant architectural movement. Roman design standards like columns and pilasters were applied to furniture as well as a full complement of bases, cornices and pediments. The veneer is created by artistic use of cathedral cherry and exotic avodire veneers set off by fine herringbone inlay. Sculptural acanthus leaf carvings adorn the canted pilasters of the case pieces, and the case fronts are highlighted by a carved frame molding in a rhythmic Lamb's tongue motif.
The stunning sunburst cherry cathedral veneers are book matched and placed within an oval design bordered by herringbone inlay and offset with exotic avodire cross banding. The top edges have leaf carved gadroons. The top profile is beautifully shaped and reflects the concave end and bowed center pattern of the collection. Vertically positioned cherry veneers adorn the apron rails with bead and bobbin carved moldings finishing off the bottom edge. "C" Scrolled legs are carved and shaped to blend with the collection. The finish is a rich and warm pomegranate shade that has both depth and clarity which allows the natural beauty of the wood graining to shine through. Burnished edges, hand rubbed fronts and machine rubbed tops provide a satiny glow that enriches the Old World feel of this collection.

• Sunburst veneer pattern on table top
• Beautiful carvings around the perimeter and legs
• Storage shelf beneath
• C scrolled legs
• A.R.T. Signature Feature: Center drawer has velvet lined silver storage tray