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A Fine 18th Century George II Mahogany Tripod Table, Circa 1760
Alexander George Antiques Ltd.
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A Fine 18th Century George II Mahogany Tripod Table, Circa 1760

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This 18th century George II table features a beautifully crafted one piece circular top made from one piece of richly grained figured mahogany, showcasing the natural luster and patterns of the wood. The table is supported by a single, well-turned column that elegantly transitions into three intricately carved cabriole legs. Each leg is adorned with acanthus leaf motifs and gracefully terminates in claw-and-ball feet, a hallmark of 18th-century craftsmanship.

The proportions of the table are well-balanced, reflecting the Georgian era’s preference for symmetry and refined detailing. The table serves as a tilt-top design, a common feature in this period, allowing it to be compactly stored when not in use. The table also features the prized bird cage which allows you to rotate and easily remove the top by simply removing one mahogany wedge. Its mahogany construction indicates it was crafted for the upper echelons of society, as this wood was highly prized for its durability and beauty during the 18th century. This piece exudes both elegance and functionality.

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Alexander George Antiques Ltd. has dated this George II Mahogany Tripod Table to the 18th Century.

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This 18th century George II table features a beautifully crafted one piece circular top made from one piece of richly grained figured mahogany, showcasing the natural luster and patterns of the wood.
The table is supported by a single, well-turned column that elegantly transitions into three intricately carved cabriole legs.
Alexander George Antiques Ltd.

Each leg is adorned with acanthus leaf motifs and gracefully terminates in claw-and-ball feet, a hallmark of 18th-century craftsmanship.

fig 1. An 18th-century George II mahogany tripod table featuring a circular top, a spiral-turned central stem, and three carved cabriole legs with claw and ball feet.
fig 1. A Fine 18th Century George II Mahogany Tripod Table, Circa 1760

The proportions of the table are well-balanced, reflecting the Georgian era’s preference for symmetry and refined detailing. The table serves as a tilt-top design, a common feature in this period, allowing it to be compactly stored when not in use. The table also features the prized bird cage which allows you to rotate and easily remove the top by simply removing one mahogany wedge. Its mahogany construction indicates it was crafted for the upper echelons of society, as this wood was highly prized for its durability and beauty during the 18th century. This piece exudes both elegance and functionality.

Dimensions

Available on request

Date of Manufacture

Alexander George Antiques Ltd. has dated this George II Mahogany Tripod Table to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1115287
Alexander George Antiques Ltd.
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Offering carefully selected antique masterpieces from the 17th & 18th centuries

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Archive I An 18th-century George II mahogany tripod table featuring a circular top, a spiral-turned central stem, and three carved cabriole legs with claw and ball feet.

A Fine 18th Century George II Mahogany Tripod Table, Circa 1760

Archive II An 18th-century George II mahogany tripod table featuring a circular top, a spiral-turned central stem, and three carved cabriole legs with claw and ball feet. View II
Archive III An 18th-century George II mahogany tripod table featuring a circular top, a spiral-turned central stem, and three carved cabriole legs with claw and ball feet. View III
Archive IV An 18th-century George II mahogany tripod table featuring a circular top, a spiral-turned central stem, and three carved cabriole legs with claw and ball feet. View IV
Archive V An 18th-century George II mahogany tripod table featuring a circular top, a spiral-turned central stem, and three carved cabriole legs with claw and ball feet. View V
Archive VI An 18th-century George II mahogany tripod table featuring a circular top, a spiral-turned central stem, and three carved cabriole legs with claw and ball feet. View VI
Archive VII An 18th-century George II mahogany tripod table featuring a circular top, a spiral-turned central stem, and three carved cabriole legs with claw and ball feet. View VII
Archive VIII An 18th-century George II mahogany tripod table featuring a circular top, a spiral-turned central stem, and three carved cabriole legs with claw and ball feet. View VIII
Archive IX An 18th-century George II mahogany tripod table featuring a circular top, a spiral-turned central stem, and three carved cabriole legs with claw and ball feet. View IX
Archive X An 18th-century George II mahogany tripod table featuring a circular top, a spiral-turned central stem, and three carved cabriole legs with claw and ball feet. View X
Archive XI An 18th-century George II mahogany tripod table featuring a circular top, a spiral-turned central stem, and three carved cabriole legs with claw and ball feet. View XI
Archive XII An 18th-century George II mahogany tripod table featuring a circular top, a spiral-turned central stem, and three carved cabriole legs with claw and ball feet. View XII
Archive XIII An 18th-century George II mahogany tripod table featuring a circular top, a spiral-turned central stem, and three carved cabriole legs with claw and ball feet. View XIII
Archive XIV An 18th-century George II mahogany tripod table featuring a circular top, a spiral-turned central stem, and three carved cabriole legs with claw and ball feet. View XIV
Archive XV An 18th-century George II mahogany tripod table featuring a circular top, a spiral-turned central stem, and three carved cabriole legs with claw and ball feet. View XV
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Archive XVII An 18th-century George II mahogany tripod table featuring a circular top, a spiral-turned central stem, and three carved cabriole legs with claw and ball feet. View XVII
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An 18th-century George II mahogany tripod table featuring a circular top, a spiral-turned central stem, and three carved cabriole legs with claw and ball feet.
A Fine 18th Century George II Mahogany Tripod Table, Circa 1760
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George II tripod tables typically feature a circular top supported on a turned central pillar with three cabriole legs. Popularised in mid-18th-century Britain, these functional accent tables were crafted primarily from imported mahogany and often displayed Rococo carving on the knees and feet.

Craftsmen favoured dense Cuban mahogany for its stability and rich grain pattern. Construction involved hand-turned central shafts with spiral or fluted detailing, and legs joined to the column using sliding dovetail joints for structural integrity.

Authentic 18th-century examples exhibit hand-carved details, subtle top shrinkage causing slight ovality over time, and original iron or brass latch mechanisms. Undersides typically display hand-planed timber marks and natural oxidisation.

Occasional tripod tables serve as functional accents beside armchairs, sofas, or reading nooks. The deep wood tones offer visual contrast against contemporary upholstery while maintaining a compact footprint.

Dust regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and apply beeswax periodically to preserve the natural lustre of the wood finish. Keep the table away from direct heat sources and prolonged sunlight to prevent timber movement.
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