Sold 9 June 2025 · Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd

This “Large Scale 18th Century English Elm Tripod Table” found a buyer.

It was listed by Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

See more occasional tables for sale Ask the dealer for something similar

Description

An 18th Century English Elm Tripod Table of Large Scale and Exceptional Colour.

This charming table has a turned baluster knopped stem and cabriole legs with pad feet. There is a tilt top mechanism with locking catch. It is made from solid elm, the whole table having acquired a wonderful colour and patination. The top showing signs of age and use which all add further to its charm.

A lovely piece of country-made furniture. Must be seen to be truly appreciated.

Date of Manufacture

Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd has dated this Georgian Elm Tripod Table to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

74cm (29.13")

Width

91cm (35.83")

Depth

91cm (35.83")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1136947

Dealers Internal Reference

3747

Description

An 18th Century English Elm Tripod Table of Large Scale and Exceptional Colour.

This charming table has a turned baluster knopped stem and cabriole legs with pad feet. There is a tilt top mechanism with locking catch. It is made from solid elm, the whole table having acquired a wonderful colour and patination. The top showing signs of age and use which all add further to its charm.

A lovely piece of country-made furniture. Must be seen to be truly appreciated.

Date of Manufacture

Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd has dated this Georgian Elm Tripod Table to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

74cm (29.13")

Width

91cm (35.83")

Depth

91cm (35.83")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1136947

Dealers Internal Ref

3747

About the Dealer

Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd

Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2018

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd Profile Page

PDF

SAVE

An 18th-century round elm tripod table featuring a tilt-top mechanism and three curved legs.

1 / 7

Archive I

Large Scale 18th Century English Elm Tripod Table

Archive II

An 18th-century round elm tripod table featuring a tilt-top mechanism and three curved legs. View II

Archive III

An 18th-century round elm tripod table featuring a tilt-top mechanism and three curved legs. View III

Archive IV

An 18th-century round elm tripod table featuring a tilt-top mechanism and three curved legs. View IV

Archive V

An 18th-century round elm tripod table featuring a tilt-top mechanism and three curved legs. View V

Archive VI

An 18th-century round elm tripod table featuring a tilt-top mechanism and three curved legs. View VI

Archive VII

An 18th-century round elm tripod table featuring a tilt-top mechanism and three curved legs. View VII

FURTHER BROWSING

Visitors also looked at these ⇣

Georgian Oak and Elm Tripod Occasional Table

Georgian

Georgian Oak and Elm Tripod Occasional Table

18th Century

Round Chinese Occasional Table, C1880

19th Century

Regency Burr Elm Occasional Table; of Neat Proportions

Regency

Antique Victorian Elm Freestanding Centre Table

19th Century

A Regency Elm Tilt Top Table

19th Century

Antique English Georgian Mahogany Tripod Lamp Table

1800

Antique Georgian 18th Century Figured Mahogany Circular Tilt Top Lamp Table

18th Century

Early 19th Century Mahogany Oval Top Occasional Table, Georgian

Georgian

Antique George III Quality Mahogany Tray Top Lamp Table

19th Century

Georgian Mahogany Spider Leg Tea Table.

Georgian

Lovely Quality Georgian Mahogany Oval Urn Stand

Georgian

Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd

Telephone 01858 882005 or 07811 127428

Location

Lodge Farm
Walton Lane
Husbands Bosworth
Leicestershire
LE17 6NN
United Kingdom

By appointment only

Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/leewrightantiques

Verified Since Nov 2018

Items For Sale 153

Items Sold 1,019

Email Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd

Large Scale 18th Century English Elm Tripod Table

Ref: SA1136947

Your Name

Phone (optional)

Email Address

Message

Strictly Vetted Dealers

Secure Transit

Cataloguer’s Note

Sustainable Choice

Frequently Asked Questions

Strictly Vetted Dealers

Every single antique dealer on our platform is individually approved by our internal team. We verify their professional trade history, ethical standards, and photographic quality to ensure a secure, high-standard buying environment. Upon joining, every dealer agrees to a strict 9-point code of conduct. While issues can occasionally arise, our dealers typically resolve them swiftly and directly with the buyer. In fact, since our founding in 2002, Sellingantiques has only had to step in to help resolve an issue on roughly five occasions—a true testament to the quality of our dealers and their dedication to your happiness.

Secure Transit

Our dealers are highly experienced in packing and shipping fragile, high-value antiques. Because you are in direct contact with the dealer, you will be able to easily go through all available shipping and insurance options together to ensure your item arrives safely.

The Sustainable Choice

Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectOccasional Tables
Period18th century
StyleGeorgian
MaterialElm, Oak
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsTilt-top mechanism, Turned central column, Tripod cabriole legs
SizeH 74 cm (29 in) x W 91 cm (36 in) x D 91 cm (36 in)

FAQs

Georgian tripod tables typically feature a single central pillar supported by three legs, often terminating in pad or snake feet, designed for versatility and ease of movement in domestic spaces.

Cabinet makers predominantly used native timbers such as elm, oak, mahogany, and walnut, often utilizing elm for its distinctive grain pattern and resilience to warping in table tops.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit period-appropriate joinery, hand-carved components, natural timber shrinkage, and historic patination rather than modern mechanical fastenings or uniform factory finishes.

Such pieces function effectively as accent or side tables next to contemporary sofas, providing textural contrast and historical depth through their organic wooden surfaces.

Preservation involves maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight, and periodically applying traditional beeswax to nourish the timber without sealing the pores.