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19th Century Carter’s Patent Mahogany Adjustable Bed Reading Table
£1,200 $1,626 €1,414
An original 19th century mahogany Carter’s Patent revolving bed or reading table dating to c.1890. Of super quality & design this versatile table was intended to be used under a bed for meals, the top with gallery to both sides and adjustable bi-directional tilt for reading/writing purposes, it also has a generous height adjustment allowing the piece to be used either when seated, or when standing. With a heavy gun barrel turned column concealing the dog tooth lifting mechanism and on a platform base with brown porcelain castors.
It is in good condition for its age with minor signs of age and use, retaining original blackened brass fittings marked ‘John Carter, London W’ and with Carter Trade Mark label to the base.
Reading platform - 33in x 17in (84cm x 43cm)
Table surface height - 28in to 42.24in (71cm to 107.5cm)
Note:
John Carter of 6a New Cavendish Street, Portland-Place, London (fl.1876-1886) specialised in the invention and construction of quality mechanical a...djustable invalid furniture and appliances for the alleviation of human pain.
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Internal Reference: 0748
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1168493
Dateline of this antique is Victorian
Height is 74cm (29.1inches)Width is 84cm (33.1inches)Depth is 43cm (16.9inches)
Antique SA1168493 shown on this page was made in the Victorian Era. For historical context, the timeline below highlights the period when it was created:
The Victorian Era
ANTIQUE SA1168493
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