Antique Mahogany Tripod Table 18th Century

Name: 18th Century English Mahogany Tripod Table
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1160718
Price: 1850 GBP
Availability: InStock

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An 18th-century mahogany tripod table with a circular tilt-top surface displayed vertically above a carved turned column and cabriole legs.

18th Century English Mahogany Tripod Table

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ObjectOccasional Tables
Period18th century
StyleGeorgian
MaterialMahogany
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsTilt-top mechanism, Cabriole legs, Carved knees, Turned column
SizeH 73.5 cm (29 in) x W 76 cm (30 in) x D 76 cm (30 in)

This 18th-century English Georgian occasional table is constructed from mahogany with a warm brown finish. The piece comprises a round one-piece top with well-figured grain, tilted vertically to display the surface, supported by a finely turned stem with a spiral fluted collar. The tripod base features cabriole legs with carved rocaille and leaf-work on the knees, pad feet with leaf-carved detailing, and a bird-cage support beneath the top. The timber shows a patination acquired through age and use. The table measures 73.5 cm high, 76 cm wide, and 76 cm deep. It serves as a functional accent piece positioned in an empty corner of a living space, hallway, or study.

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Originating in Great Britain during the early 18th century, tripod tables were designed as versatile, movable occasional furniture primarily used for serving tea or wine. Many featured a tilt-top mechanism allowing the circular top to be folded vertically so the table could be stored neatly against a wall when not in use.

These tables were typically crafted from solid timbers such as dense Cuban mahogany or walnut. Construction involved a turned central pillar supported by three hand-shaped cabriole legs anchored with a iron spider or wooden block, alongside a hand-carved latch mechanism beneath the tabletop.

Authentic 18th-century examples display hand-sawn mark variations beneath the top, original iron catches, and uneven wear consistent with age. Additionally, genuine pieces feature hand-carved leg joints, natural timber shrinkage over time, and a original wax patina rather than synthetic varnish.

Place the table beside an armchair as an occasional drink stand, or tilt the top vertically and position it in an unused alcove to display the rich grain of the timber. Pairing traditional mahogany with contemporary upholstery creates a balanced, eclectic aesthetic.

Keep the wood away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent timber movement and fading. Apply a high-quality beeswax paste once or twice a year using a soft lint-free cloth, buffing gently in the direction of the grain to retain the natural patina.

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18th Century English Mahogany Tripod Table

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