C18th George III Period Mahogany Circular ‘Snap-top’ Tripod Base Tea Table on Carved Pillar Column.

C18th George III period mahogany circular ‘snap-top’ tripod base tea table on carved pillar column.

The thick single piece figured mahogany top raised on a wrythen carved and turned column stem with a central wrythen-carved vase knop. The shapely carved tripod legs with pad feet.

Fitted with a brass ‘banjo’ catch to underside of top to allow the table to tip when required, the block set with a brass ‘keeper’ .

In fresh-to-market, as found, countryhouse condition, the top having some historic marks and stains commensurate with age , use and purpose. The original polished surface having achieved a rich colour and patina.

No breaks, damage or repairs.

H 31”

D 28”

W 28”

England c. 1760

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