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Regency Brass Inlaid Adjustable Reading Table
John Howkins Antiques
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Regency Brass Inlaid Adjustable Reading Table

19th century
Description

A good Regency brass inlaid mahogany reading table. The adjustable reading slope with an inset olive green leather with blind and gold tooling. The removable bookrest set within the cross banded and brass strung edge. The base having tapered supports with further brass stringing and decorative brass roundels and joined with a turned cross stretcher. The table is raised on sledge bases with turned feet and further brass adornments. The whole in very good useable condition with one or two vert minor blemishes associated with age and use. Dimensions:- Height…29’’/ 73.5cm. Width…24’’/ 61cm. Depth…18.25’’/ 46cm. Delivery to most of U.K. mainland £50.

Physical Dimensions
Height
73.5cm (28.94")
Width
61cm (24.02")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Declaration

John Howkins Antiques has dated this Regency Adjustable Reading Table to the Regency era.

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SA1045852
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24498
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Description
A good Regency brass inlaid mahogany reading table. The adjustable reading slope with an inset olive green leather with blind and gold tooling. The removable bookrest set within the cross banded and brass strung edge.
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The base having tapered supports with further brass stringing and decorative brass roundels and joined with a turned cross stretcher.
John Howkins Antiques

The table is raised on sledge bases with turned feet and further brass adornments. The whole in very good useable condition with one or two vert minor blemishes associated with age and use. Dimensions:- Height…29’’/ 73.5cm. Width…24’’/ 61cm. Depth…18.25’’/ 46cm. Delivery to most of U.K. mainland £50.

Height
73.5cm (28.94")
Width
61cm (24.02")
Depth
46cm (18.11")
Date of Manufacture

John Howkins Antiques has dated this Regency Adjustable Reading Table to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1045852
Dealers Internal Ref
24498
John Howkins Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2010
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the John Howkins Antiques Profile Page

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John Howkins Antiques
Telephone 01508 498335 or 07770 311 611
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Hempnall Green
Norfolk
NR15 2NR
United Kingdom
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A Regency mahogany adjustable reading table with brass inlay and a gold tooled leather tilting top.
Regency Brass Inlaid Adjustable Reading Table
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A Regency mahogany adjustable reading table with brass inlay and a gold tooled leather tilting top.
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Designed during the Regency period in the early nineteenth century, these tables feature adjustable tilting tops with ratcheted mechanisms to support books or manuscripts. They typically incorporate classical proportions, fine wood veneers, and brass inlays.

Craftsmanship from this period commonly features solid or veneered mahogany, detailed brass stringing, and gilt-tooled leather surfaces. The mechanical components, such as ratchets and stays, were engineered from brass or concealed timber frames.

Authentic pieces display hand-cut joinery, brass inlay fitted flush with the timber surface, and age-consistent wear around adjustable joints. Original brass hardware will exhibit natural patination and minor structural irregularities from hand-finishing.

Position the table in a living room alcove, study, or bedroom corner as an occasional accent piece. The adjustable tilt mechanism allows it to function as a display stand for art books, prints, or sheet music.

Dust regularly with a soft microfibre cloth and apply a natural beeswax polish sparingly to the woodwork to protect the finish. Keep the leather surface clear of direct sunlight and treat it periodically with a specialized leather conditioner to prevent drying.
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