Sold 10 February 2025 · Helios and Co Antiques

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Description

Fine Quality George 3rd Satinwood & Painted Work Table

Superb Painted Decoration

Date of Manufacture

Helios and Co Antiques has dated this Georgian Satinwood Work Table to the Georgian era.

Physical Dimensions

Height

79cm (31.10")

Width

63cm (24.80")

Depth

46cm (18.11")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1053488

Dealers Internal Reference

IT036324

Dealers Notes

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Helios & Co Antiques was Founded in 1978 by John Skiba & Barry Walters who have built their Business into a Multi Million pound Worldwide concern Supplying both Trade & Private Clients.

Our Extensive Showrooms, some 15 in all, (7500sq feet) offer a Vast Selection of Antiques from all Periods, Displaying good quality Furniture Pictures Clocks and Decorative Accessories, with Showcases Displaying Porcelain, Silver, Glass, Jewellery etc.

Description

Fine Quality George 3rd Satinwood & Painted Work Table

Superb Painted Decoration

Date of Manufacture

Helios and Co Antiques has dated this Georgian Satinwood Work Table to the Georgian era.

Physical Dimensions

Height

79cm (31.10")

Width

63cm (24.80")

Depth

46cm (18.11")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1053488

Dealers Internal Ref

IT036324

About the Dealer

Helios and Co Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2010

Dealer Profile

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A rectangular George III satinwood work table featuring delicate hand-painted floral swags across the frieze, standing on slender tapered legs with brass castors.

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25/27 High Street
Weedon
Northamptonshire
NN7 4QD
United Kingdom

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Verified Since Jan 2010

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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectWork Tables
Period18th century
StyleGeorge III
MaterialSatinwood, Pine, Various Hardwoods
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsHand-painted floral swags, Tapered legs, Hinged top, Stringing inlay
SizeH 79 cm (31 in) x W 63 cm (25 in) x D 46 cm (18 in)

FAQs

George III furniture from the late 18th century frequently utilised exotic imported woods like satinwood, often decorated with delicate hand-painted neoclassical motifs, floral swags, and ribbon details influenced by designers such as Thomas Sheraton and George Hepplewhite.

These tables typically feature solid timber frames veneered in choice satinwood, mahogany, or harewood, joined with traditional dovetail construction and supported by slender tapered legs, often incorporating fitted interiors with silk workbags.

Authenticity is determined by examining the timbers natural patination, hand-cut dovetailing, old secondary woods like pine or oak in the drawer linings, and the ageing characteristics of hand-applied varnish and oil finishes.

Position the table as a focal point in a living room or study to display decorative objects, allowing the hand-painted floral details to complement neutral walls or contrast with rich, saturated interiors.

Maintain the finish by keeping the piece away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber splitting and fading, dusting regularly with a soft, dry cloth and applying high-quality microcrystalline wax sparingly.