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19th Century Specimen Wood Top Occasional Table
S and S Timms Antiques Ltd
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19th Century Specimen Wood Top Occasional Table

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A Rare 19th Century, William IV Period Occasional Table, Having Charming Octagonal Galleried Top, With Various Specimen Wood Veneers Inlaid To Unusual Pattern Design, Raised On Solid yew Wood Turned Central Column With Attractive Carved Decoration, Terminating On Quad Form Base And Elegant Carved Scrolling Feet, With Concealed Castors.

This is a really charming mid 19th century occasional table. Some would possibly refer to it as an antique lamp table, or possibly even an antique wine table, however we think it was made to just look extremely pretty and showcase both the cabinet maker who made its skill and craftsmanship, alongside the variety of exotic wood veneers which were now available for use in mid 19th century England.

Often the use of specimen wood veneers was a way for a high end workshop to display just how many different exotic wood veneers they had access to and indeed often a specimen wood item could be used almost like a catalogue, ie to show prospective clients what each wood looks like and allow them to choose which they would prefer their item to be manufactured from. We are not so sure about that with this particular table however and think perhaps it was made as a bit of a one off commission for a very wealthy client.

The entire table is of the highest quality possible and it oozes both charm and elegance. It is incredibly sturdy and therefore very practical and fit for purpose. It has also remained in excellent condition which is no doubt in part due to the superb quality of its construction, but also probably due to the fact it has been cherished throughout its life.

As with all the items which we offer for sale this table has been inspected by our highly skilled, trained antique furniture restorers and received a natural wax polish before being offered for sale, ensuring that it is in the best possible condition for immediate placement following purchase.

Circa 1840.

Height 28.5in.

Width 21in.

Depth 21in.

Declaration

S and S Timms Antiques Ltd has dated this Specimen Wood Occasional Table to the 19th Century.

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SA1152764
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9550
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Description
A Rare 19th Century, William IV Period Occasional Table, Having Charming Octagonal Galleried Top, With Various Specimen Wood Veneers Inlaid To Unusual Pattern Design, Raised On Solid yew Wood Turned Central Column With Attractive Carved Decoration, Terminating On Quad Form Base And Elegant Carved Scrolling Feet, With Concealed Castors.
fig 1. A nineteenth-century octagonal specimen wood occasional table featuring a geometric inlaid tabletop supported by a turned column and carved base.
fig 1. 19th Century Specimen Wood Top Occasional Table

This is a really charming mid 19th century occasional table. Some would possibly refer to it as an antique lamp table, or possibly even an antique wine table, however we think it was made to just look extremely pretty and showcase both the cabinet maker who made its skill and craftsmanship, alongside the variety of exotic wood veneers which were now available for use in mid 19th century England.

Often the use of specimen wood veneers was a way for a high end workshop to display just how many different exotic wood veneers they had access to and indeed often a specimen wood item could be used almost like a catalogue, ie to show prospective clients what each wood looks like and allow them to choose which they would prefer their item to be manufactured from.

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We are not so sure about that with this particular table however and think perhaps it was made as a bit of a one off commission for a very wealthy client.
S and S Timms Antiques Ltd
fig 2. A nineteenth-century octagonal specimen wood occasional table featuring a geometric inlaid tabletop supported by a turned column and carved base.
fig 2. 19th Century Specimen Wood Top Occasional Table

The entire table is of the highest quality possible and it oozes both charm and elegance. It is incredibly sturdy and therefore very practical and fit for purpose. It has also remained in excellent condition which is no doubt in part due to the superb quality of its construction, but also probably due to the fact it has been cherished throughout its life.

fig 3. A nineteenth-century octagonal specimen wood occasional table featuring a geometric inlaid tabletop supported by a turned column and carved base.
fig 3. 19th Century Specimen Wood Top Occasional Table

As with all the items which we offer for sale this table has been inspected by our highly skilled, trained antique furniture restorers and received a natural wax polish before being offered for sale, ensuring that it is in the best possible condition for immediate placement following purchase.

Circa 1840.

Height 28.5in.

Width 21in.

Depth 21in.

Date of Manufacture

S and S Timms Antiques Ltd has dated this Specimen Wood Occasional Table to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1152764
Dealers Internal Ref
9550
S and S Timms Antiques Ltd
S and S Timms Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2007
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A specimen wood table features a tabletop crafted with various decorative wood veneers arranged in geometric patterns, popularised in the nineteenth century as grand tour souvenirs or displays of timber variety and craftsmanship.

These tables typically feature a solid mahogany or walnut substrate topped with intricate parquetry or marquetry composed of exotic timbers such as rosewood, satinwood, ebony, and boxwood.

Authentic pieces showcase hand-cut veneers of varying thickness, light age-related shrinkage around the joints, natural surface patina, and hand-turned central columns with hand-carved bases.

Position the piece beside a modern sofa or armchair to act as an accent side table, pairing it with subtle lighting or ceramic items to keep the geometric wood pattern as the central focus.

Keep the table situated away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent veneer movement or fading, and dust regularly using a dry microfibre cloth supplemented with clear beeswax polish.
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