Georgian Oak Lowboy 18th Century | Sellingantiques.co.uk

Name: Georgian Oak Side Table or Lowboy
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1143124
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ObjectSide Tables
Period18th century
StyleGeorgian
MaterialOak, Brass
ColourDark Brown
MotifsCabriole legs, Shaped apron, Brass drop handles, Multiple drawers
SizeH 72 cm (28 in) x W 78 cm (31 in) x D 46 cm (18 in)

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A lowboy is a small occasional table featuring one or more rows of drawers, originating in the late 17th century and gaining popularity throughout the Georgian era. Historically used as a dressing table, writing desk, or serving surface in wealthy households, its compact proportions made it versatile for bedrooms and parlours.

Authentic Georgian lowboys were predominantly constructed from native hardwoods such as oak, walnut, or mahogany, often featuring secondary softwoods like pine for drawer linings. Construction techniques typically included hand-cut dovetail joints on the drawers, mortise and tenon joinery for the frame, and solid timber planks secured with wooden pins.

Authentication relies on examining timber patination, tool marks, and construction integrity. Genuine period pieces exhibit hand-cut dovetailing, irregular grain patterns consistent with hand-sawn timber, period-appropriate brass hardware or filled original handle holes, and natural wax accumulation rather than modern chemical finishes.

An antique lowboy functions effectively as a striking focal point in modern spaces by creating a deliberate contrast against minimalist backgrounds. It can serve as a slimline hallway console for keys and mail, a sophisticated dressing table with a contemporary mirror, or an accent piece beneath contemporary artwork.

Preservation requires maintaining stable indoor humidity levels between 40% and 50% and avoiding direct placement near heat sources or strong sunlight to prevent timber warping and fading. Routine maintenance involves dusting with a soft, dry cloth and periodically applying a microcrystalline wax to nourish the wood grain without building up sticky residues.

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Georgian Oak Side Table or Lowboy