Carved Oriental Side Tables 1900 - 1920

Name: Pair of Round Carved Oriantal Folding Side Tables
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1071117
Price: 660 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectSide Tables
Period1900 - 1920
StyleOriental
MaterialHardwood, Glass
ColourDark Brown
MotifsRelief landscape carving, Greek key border, Folding leg frame, Glass top insert
SizeH 38 cm (15 in) x W 33 cm (13 in) x D 33 cm (13 in)

This pair of 1920 Oriental side tables is constructed from dark brown hardwood and fitted with glass tops. Each circular piece displays a deeply carved relief landscape decoration depicting water scenes, bordered by a Greek key pattern. The tables stand on folding leg frames with block feet and upright supports secured by stretcher rails. Visible features include protective plate glass covers, bracket feet, and intersecting leg joints. The dimensions measure 38 cm high by 33 cm wide and 33 cm deep. These versatile side pieces suit placement at the end of a sofa or beside a chair in a gentleman's library or living room to hold drinks, lamps, or decorative items. The folding design allows for convenient storage or repositioning when necessary, providing practical surface space while adding traditional Oriental character to an interior scheme today.

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Oriental carved side tables became popular export items during the mid-20th century, particularly from East Asian workshops crafting furniture for Western interiors. These tables showcase traditional relief carving techniques featuring architectural structures, figures, and natural landscapes.

Dust the detailed carving periodically using a soft, dry brush or vacuum attachment to prevent dust build-up in recesses. Clean the glass top separately with a microfibre cloth, ensuring liquids do not seep onto the raw or polished wood surface below.

A pair of carved side tables can be placed at either end of a sofa or flanking a chair to introduce textual contrast. The dark wood tone complements neutral upholstery, while glass tops preserve visibility of the relief detailing.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-carved depth in the central scene, structural mortise and tenon joinery, and collapsible or cross-framed leg structures. Age marks often include natural wood shrinkage and subtle patination on the finish.

These tables are traditionally constructed from dense hardwoods such as teak, camphor wood, or rosewood. They frequently feature fitted glass top inserts designed to protect the intricate low-relief wood carvings beneath.

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Pair of Round Carved Oriantal Folding Side Tables