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Georgian Demi Lune Console Table, English 18th Century - Later Painted

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Description

Georgian Demi Lune Console Table, English 18th Century - later painted

• English 18th Century - Georgian Period circa 1780

• Later painted with Specialist Distressed Mottled Finish

• Specialist Distressed Mottled Chalky Antique White as the base colour

• Specialist Distressed Mottled Chalky Inky Blue as the contrast

• Decorative Faux Marble Top using various hues blended to perfection

• Intricate repeating Grecian Key Scroll Motif design to apron

• Simplistic design to four tapering legs with spade foot

• In excellent condition ready to enhance any setting

• H: 76cm (29.9") | W: 117cm (46.1") | D: 60cm (23.6")

• UK Mainland Delivery included (excluding Trade Purchases)

History & Craftsmanship

We are delighted to present this wonderful example of a Georgian Demi Lune Console Table - currently on display and for sale in our beautiful shop at 53 High Street, Arundel, West Sussex.

Originating in the latter half of the 18th century the design and style of this table are quintessentially Georgian and speak of the requirement for an elegant aesthetic which would encompass all the practicalities expected for the art of social engagement and entertainment. This Georgian console table reflects the graceful symmetry and refined ornamentation emblematic of an era that transformed Britain into a global empire.

Our specialist paint finish uses time-honoured techniques and natural pigments to honour that heritage while ensuring durability for modern living. Elevate your hallway or drawing room with this exquisite Georgian Demi Lune console table, hand-painted in distressed antique white and inky blue for a timeless yet contemporary finish.

The Heart Behind the Finish

Our finishes reflect far more than surface beauty - they reveal a legacy of care, heritage, and refined expertise with every brushstroke.

Design Inspiration: The Grecian Key Pattern

A cherished family symbol, the Grecian Key infuses each piece with classical grace and modern relevance. Its bold geometry echoes ancient Greek artistry - balance, symmetry, and timeless sophistication - while transforming furniture into living history.

From Georgian console tables to antique chests, this elegant motif bridges past and present, celebrating heritage through masterful detail and rich narrative.

Specialist Paint Finishes: History in Every Hue

Our handcrafted finishes blend historical inspiration with contemporary precision:

• Inspired Heritage: Colour palettes draw from Georgian, Victorian, and Continental traditions, lovingly recreated using time-honoured recipes.

• By Hand, With Heart: Each piece is painted using traditional techniques and carefully chosen ingredients, preserving historic charm while adapting for modern life.

• Modern Names, Timeless Roots: Contemporary colour names echo their historical origins, connecting stories across generations.

• Crafted Slowly, Perfected Gently: Our layered process allows pigments and techniques to mature naturally, yielding tonal subtleties that speak of enduring craftsmanship.

The Georgian Era

The Georgian Era signified a transition from rationalism to romanticism, and the century was marked by profound social, mercantile and religious transformations within the British Empire, paving the way for the distinctive, modern culture of the Victorian Era.

This era saw the influence of the Enlightenment spread across the Atlantic, witnessed political and social reforms, significant achievements in art and literature, and observed the rise of the world's first industrialized nation, all amid confrontations with British adversaries like George Washington and Napoleon Bonaparte.

Historically Significant Events 1760-1800

When this table was created, Britain stood as the pre-eminent Empire globally, with numerous transformative changes on the horizon over the subsequent 30 years.

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Physical Dimensions

Height

76cm (29.92")

Width

117cm (46.06")

Depth

60cm (23.62")

Declaration

Whites Antiques has dated this piece to the 1750s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1154037

Dealers Internal Reference

WA147

Dealers Notes

We do not include delivery in our prices as this is dependent upon many factors such as whether it is mainland or overseas. The following options are available to you:-

• You can arrange your own collection from our address

• You can fill in the delivery request option

• You can email us for further information if there is more than one item

• Proovia Delivery offer a 2 man delivery system

Description

Georgian Demi Lune Console Table, English 18th Century - later painted

• English 18th Century - Georgian Period circa 1780

• Later painted with Specialist Distressed Mottled Finish

• Specialist Distressed Mottled Chalky Antique White as the base colour

fig 1. Georgian Demi Lune Console Table, English 18th Century - later painted — fig 1. Georgian Demi Lune Console Table, English 18th Century - Later Painted

• Specialist Distressed Mottled Chalky Inky Blue as the contrast

• Decorative Faux Marble Top using various hues blended to perfection

• Intricate repeating Grecian Key Scroll Motif design to apron

• Simplistic design to four tapering legs with spade foot

fig 2. Georgian Demi Lune Console Table, English 18th Century - later painted — fig 2. Georgian Demi Lune Console Table, English 18th Century - Later Painted

• In excellent condition ready to enhance any setting

• H: 76cm (29.9") | W: 117cm (46.1") | D: 60cm (23.6")

• UK Mainland Delivery included (excluding Trade Purchases)

History & Craftsmanship

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We are delighted to present this wonderful example of a Georgian Demi Lune Console Table - currently on display and for sale in our beautiful shop at 53 High Street, Arundel, West Sussex.

Whites Antiques

fig 3. Georgian Demi Lune Console Table, English 18th Century - later painted — fig 3. Georgian Demi Lune Console Table, English 18th Century - Later Painted

Originating in the latter half of the 18th century the design and style of this table are quintessentially Georgian and speak of the requirement for an elegant aesthetic which would encompass all the practicalities expected for the art of social engagement and entertainment. This Georgian console table reflects the graceful symmetry and refined ornamentation emblematic of an era that transformed Britain into a global empire.

fig 4. Georgian Demi Lune Console Table, English 18th Century - later painted — fig 4. Georgian Demi Lune Console Table, English 18th Century - Later Painted

Our specialist paint finish uses time-honoured techniques and natural pigments to honour that heritage while ensuring durability for modern living. Elevate your hallway or drawing room with this exquisite Georgian Demi Lune console table, hand-painted in distressed antique white and inky blue for a timeless yet contemporary finish.

fig 5. Georgian Demi Lune Console Table, English 18th Century - later painted — fig 5. Georgian Demi Lune Console Table, English 18th Century - Later Painted

The Heart Behind the Finish

Our finishes reflect far more than surface beauty - they reveal a legacy of care, heritage, and refined expertise with every brushstroke.

Design Inspiration: The Grecian Key Pattern

fig 6. Georgian Demi Lune Console Table, English 18th Century - later painted — fig 6. Georgian Demi Lune Console Table, English 18th Century - Later Painted

A cherished family symbol, the Grecian Key infuses each piece with classical grace and modern relevance. Its bold geometry echoes ancient Greek artistry - balance, symmetry, and timeless sophistication - while transforming furniture into living history.

fig 7. Georgian Demi Lune Console Table, English 18th Century - later painted — fig 7. Georgian Demi Lune Console Table, English 18th Century - Later Painted

From Georgian console tables to antique chests, this elegant motif bridges past and present, celebrating heritage through masterful detail and rich narrative.

Specialist Paint Finishes: History in Every Hue

fig 8. Georgian Demi Lune Console Table, English 18th Century - later painted — fig 8. Georgian Demi Lune Console Table, English 18th Century - Later Painted

Our handcrafted finishes blend historical inspiration with contemporary precision:

• Inspired Heritage: Colour palettes draw from Georgian, Victorian, and Continental traditions, lovingly recreated using time-honoured recipes.

fig 9. Georgian Demi Lune Console Table, English 18th Century - later painted — fig 9. Georgian Demi Lune Console Table, English 18th Century - Later Painted

• By Hand, With Heart: Each piece is painted using traditional techniques and carefully chosen ingredients, preserving historic charm while adapting for modern life.

• Modern Names, Timeless Roots: Contemporary colour names echo their historical origins, connecting stories across generations.

fig 10. Georgian Demi Lune Console Table, English 18th Century - later painted — fig 10. Georgian Demi Lune Console Table, English 18th Century - Later Painted

• Crafted Slowly, Perfected Gently: Our layered process allows pigments and techniques to mature naturally, yielding tonal subtleties that speak of enduring craftsmanship.

The Georgian Era

The Georgian Era signified a transition from rationalism to romanticism, and the century was marked by profound social, mercantile and religious transformations within the British Empire, paving the way for the distinctive, modern culture of the Victorian Era.

fig 11. Georgian Demi Lune Console Table, English 18th Century - later painted — fig 11. Georgian Demi Lune Console Table, English 18th Century - Later Painted

This era saw the influence of the Enlightenment spread across the Atlantic, witnessed political and social reforms, significant achievements in art and literature, and observed the rise of the world's first industrialized nation, all amid confrontations with British adversaries like George Washington and Napoleon Bonaparte.

fig 12. Georgian Demi Lune Console Table, English 18th Century - later painted — fig 12. Georgian Demi Lune Console Table, English 18th Century - Later Painted

Historically Significant Events 1760-1800

When this table was created, Britain stood as the pre-eminent Empire globally, with numerous transformative changes on the horizon over the subsequent 30 years.

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