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Rosewood Marquetry Sewing Table / Work Table
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Rosewood Marquetry Sewing Table / Work Table

19th century
For Sale by Athey Antiques
Description

Charming rosewood sewing table / work table, the octagonal top with floral marquetry inlay detail, the hinged lid opening to a well fitted interior with various compartments, raised on an octagonal trumpet shaped tripod base with carved scroll feet.

With some marks / scuffs commensurate with age and use, overall this very decorative table is in very good condition.

Please contact us for further details.

Reasonably priced delivery available.

Height 28" 71 cm

Width 16" 41 cm

Depth 16" 41 cm

All sizes approximate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
71cm (27.95")
Width
41cm (16.14")
Depth
41cm (16.14")
Declaration

Athey Antiques has dated this Rosewood Marquetry Sewing Table to the 1890s.

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SA1133539
Dealers Internal Reference
ath3721
Description
Charming rosewood sewing table / work table, the octagonal top with floral marquetry inlay detail, the hinged lid opening to a well fitted interior with various compartments, raised on an octagonal trumpet shaped tripod base with carved scroll feet.
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With some marks / scuffs commensurate with age and use, overall this very decorative table is in very good condition.
Athey Antiques

Please contact us for further details.

Reasonably priced delivery available.

Height 28" 71 cm

Width 16" 41 cm

Depth 16" 41 cm

All sizes approximate.

Height
71cm (27.95")
Width
41cm (16.14")
Depth
41cm (16.14")
Date of Manufacture

Athey Antiques has dated this Rosewood Marquetry Sewing Table to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1133539
Dealers Internal Ref
ath3721
Athey Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2010
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An octagonal Victorian rosewood sewing table featuring floral marquetry inlay on the top, a tapered trumpet base, and carved tripod feet.
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Archive I An octagonal Victorian rosewood sewing table featuring floral marquetry inlay on the top, a tapered trumpet base, and carved tripod feet.

Rosewood Marquetry Sewing Table / Work Table

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Athey Antiques
Telephone 01665 604229 or 07836 718350
Location
Castle Corner
Alnwick
Northumberland
NE66 1JQ
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Dec 2010
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An octagonal Victorian rosewood sewing table featuring floral marquetry inlay on the top, a tapered trumpet base, and carved tripod feet.
Rosewood marquetry sewing table / work table
Ref: SA1133539
An octagonal Victorian rosewood sewing table featuring floral marquetry inlay on the top, a tapered trumpet base, and carved tripod feet.
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  • ObjectSewing Tables
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialRosewood, Wood Inlay, Brass
  • ColourMedium Brown
  • MotifsOctagonal top with floral marquetry, Tapered trumpet body, Turned pedestal column, Carved tripod legs
  • SizeH 71 cm (28 in) x W 41 cm (16 in) x D 41 cm (16 in)

This Victorian rosewood sewing table and work table dates to 1890 in a medium brown tone with natural timber grain. The piece stands 71 cm high, 41 cm wide, and 41 cm deep. The construction comprises an octagonal top with floral wood inlay, a tapered trumpet body, a turned pedestal column, and carved scroll feet on a tripod base, complemented by a small key and a pink tassel. Visible details include edge mouldings on the lid, brass hardware, and surface marks reflecting its age and use. In a modern home, this table works well in an empty corner as an accent piece or side table in a living room, hallway, or bedroom. The hinged lid opens to a fitted interior with compartments for sewing supplies or small items. The compact footprint fits smaller spaces while providing surface area and concealed storage.

FAQs

Introduced during the nineteenth century, a trumpet sewing table is a specialised work table featuring a conical or trumpet-shaped body designed to store needlework supplies beneath a hinged tabletop.

These tables were commonly crafted from dense hardwoods such as rosewood, mahogany, or walnut, often featuring floral marquetry inlays, wood veneers, and turned central pedestals.

Authentic examples display hand-cut dovetail joints inside compartments, original brass escutcheons, period-correct lock mechanisms, and characteristic natural wear on the turned column and carved legs.

This functional piece serves as an occasional accent table in a reading nook, hallway, or living space, pairing historical decorative detailing with modern minimalist seating.

Dust regularly with a dry, soft cloth and apply a high-grade beeswax polish periodically, keeping the item away from direct heat sources and fluctuating humidity to protect the veneer.
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