Georgian Tilt Top Table with pad foot and birdcage action - later painted
English Georgian Era circa 1780
Tilt Top with birdcage action
Tilt-top mechanism works seamlessly
Hand painted detail to centre of top
Later painted faux stone top
Individual hand painted design and Segment lines to the top
Later Painted Distressed Mottled Black base
Hand turned Vase-shaped stem column
Tripod Base with 3 slender, shaped cabriole outswept legs
Terminating in pad feet providing strength and stability
Stands Very Well
Could serve well as a lamp table or side table or
Small supper table between chairs
H: 71cm (28'') Di: 83cm (32.7'')
Dating back to the late 18th century (c. 1780), this exquisite original Georgian period Tripod Table, also known as a Tilt Top or Snap Top Table, is of high quality, exudes charm and possesses all of the classical features required. It has all its original components, including the birdcage mechanism, indicating it is early Georgian, and has been later painted.
It has been later painted in a colour that was used in Georgian times; we have mixed it to our traditional recipe and applied it by hand in the traditional manner and described the finish with a slightly more contemporary name using a Stone colour and applied a specialist finish to give a faux stone effect to the top. The top has then been hand decorated with an individual design to the centre and segment lines painted in to suit. The base has been painted in the same colour as the decoration to the top – Distressed Mottled Black.
It has a solid top, featuring a simple rounded edge which is supported by tripod base.
The birdcage mechanism sits on the top of column of the tripod base
The tripod base has an elegant hand turned single column with early baluster form turning of vase form
This column tapers down to a tripod base with 3 slender, shaped cabriole outswept legs terminating in pad feet, providing both strength and stabili
...ty.
These tables are designed with a hinged top and a mechanism that allows the top to be tilted into a vertical position when not in use, maximizing space in a room and showcasing the tabletop. The design offers the advantage of compact storage, enabling the table to be placed against a wall on two legs or tucked into a corner with one leg.
These Georgian tilt-top tables are not only functional but also exquisite examples of craftsmanship from a bygone era. Their timeless appeal continues to captivate antique enthusiasts and interior aficionados alike.
CONDITION REPORT
This Georgian Tilt Top Table is structurally sound and sturdy, and is in very good condition, exemplifying a fine specimen of classic Georgian furniture. The tilt-top mechanism works seamlessly; the column and base are in good sturdy condition; wear is commensurate with age and use, adding to its sense of history.
It has been thoroughly inspected and checked in our workshops. Any signs of woodworm are historical and no longer active, having been treated as a precaution. Marks, scratches, and dents around the sides, front, and back add to its charm without affecting the item''s overall integrity.
Every piece is meticulously examined by our skilled expert craftsmen, and any necessary repairs or restorations are performed in our workshops. This guarantees that each item from our collection can be acquired with assurance and is ready for immediate integration into your home.
For a complete assessment of the item''s condition, we encourage you to carefully examine all the provided photos. These pictures are integral to the description and condition report of the item, providing crucial visual details about its appearance and quality.
Historically Significant Events 1750-1800
When this table was created, Britain stood as the pre-eminent Empire globally, with numerous transformative changes on the horizon over t
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Internal Reference: WA087
Antique Number: SA1084242
Dateline of this antique is 1800
Height is 71cm (28.0inches)Width is 83cm (32.7inches)Depth is 83cm (32.7inches)
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