Sold 30 June 2026 · Desired Effect Antiques Ltd

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Description

An early 20th century side table decorated with Poker Work on both top and bottom tiers. c1920

Date of Manufacture

Desired Effect Antiques Ltd has dated this Pokerwork Two Tier Side Table to the 1920s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

70cm (27.56")

Width

52cm (20.47")

Depth

52cm (20.47")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1181082

Dealers Internal Reference

1726

Description

An early 20th century side table decorated with Poker Work on both top and bottom tiers. c1920

Date of Manufacture

Desired Effect Antiques Ltd has dated this Pokerwork Two Tier Side Table to the 1920s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

70cm (27.56")

Width

52cm (20.47")

Depth

52cm (20.47")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1181082

Dealers Internal Ref

1726

About the Dealer

Desired Effect Antiques Ltd

Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2023

We deal in a range of pieces such as tables, storage and seating, ranging from the 18th through to the mid 20th century.

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Desired Effect Antiques Ltd

Telephone 07926 880796

Location

Carlinghow mills
West Yorkshire
United Kingdom

Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/desiredeffectltd

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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectSide Tables
Period1900 - 1920
StyleArts and Crafts
MaterialWood
ColourBrown
MotifsPyrography design, Turned legs, Two tiers
SizeH 70 cm (28 in) x W 52 cm (20 in) x D 52 cm (20 in)

FAQs

Pokerwork, also known as pyrography, is a decorative technique where designs are burned into wood using heated metal tools, which became particularly popular during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

These tables are typically constructed from domestic hardwoods such as beech, oak, or sycamore, often featuring turned components and decorated wooden surfaces.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit characteristic hand-burnt tonal gradations, traditional joinery methods appropriate to the period, and natural ageing of the wood and finish.

This type of piece works well as a functional accent surface next to seating or as a display stand, bringing texture, pattern, and historical interest to a room.

Maintain the piece by keeping it away from direct sunlight and heat sources, dusting regularly with a dry cloth, and occasionally applying appropriate furniture wax to nourish the wood.