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Antique Mahogany Reading Table - Regency Period Early 19th Century.
M Cross Antiques
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Antique Mahogany Reading Table - Regency Period Early 19th Century.

19th century
For Sale by M Cross Antiques
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A Regency mahogany, rosewood-crossbanded, satinwood and burr elm-inlaid reading table with a pivoting octagonal top fitted with a removable rest on a turned support and three splayed legs.

In very good condition. We have noted a couple of historic ink stains to the top, a couple of splits through the veneer and some repairs to the legs where they meet the base. All commensurate with age and daily use. A really elegant piece and useful as a side table or reading stand.

Physical Dimensions
Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
47cm (18.50")
Depth
36cm (14.17")
Declaration

M Cross Antiques has dated this Regency Mahogany Reading Table to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1202877
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739
Dealers Notes

Delivery within the UK mainland (excluding Devon, Cornwall, Scotland & Wales) is free of charge and will be completed by my own privately appointed courier. Please enquire with us for delivery costs if in Devon, Cornwall, Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland.

Alternatively, buyer to collect.

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A Regency mahogany, rosewood-crossbanded, satinwood and burr elm-inlaid reading table with a pivoting octagonal top fitted with a removable rest on a turned support and three splayed legs.

In very good condition.

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We have noted a couple of historic ink stains to the top, a couple of splits through the veneer and some repairs to the legs where they meet the base.
M Cross Antiques

All commensurate with age and daily use. A really elegant piece and useful as a side table or reading stand.

Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
47cm (18.50")
Depth
36cm (14.17")
Date of Manufacture

M Cross Antiques has dated this Regency Mahogany Reading Table to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1202877
Dealers Internal Ref
739
M Cross Antiques
M Cross Antiques
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We specialise in period furniture, decorative antiques and artwork.

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An early 19th-century Regency mahogany reading table featuring an octagonal inlaid tilt top with a raised book lip, supported by a turned column on tripod legs.
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Archive I An early 19th-century Regency mahogany reading table featuring an octagonal inlaid tilt top with a raised book lip, supported by a turned column on tripod legs.

Antique Mahogany Reading Table - Regency Period Early 19th Century.

Archive II An early 19th-century Regency mahogany reading table featuring an octagonal inlaid tilt top with a raised book lip, supported by a turned column on tripod legs. View II
Archive III An early 19th-century Regency mahogany reading table featuring an octagonal inlaid tilt top with a raised book lip, supported by a turned column on tripod legs. View III
Archive IV An early 19th-century Regency mahogany reading table featuring an octagonal inlaid tilt top with a raised book lip, supported by a turned column on tripod legs. View IV
Archive V An early 19th-century Regency mahogany reading table featuring an octagonal inlaid tilt top with a raised book lip, supported by a turned column on tripod legs. View V
Archive VI An early 19th-century Regency mahogany reading table featuring an octagonal inlaid tilt top with a raised book lip, supported by a turned column on tripod legs. View VI
Archive VII An early 19th-century Regency mahogany reading table featuring an octagonal inlaid tilt top with a raised book lip, supported by a turned column on tripod legs. View VII
Archive VIII An early 19th-century Regency mahogany reading table featuring an octagonal inlaid tilt top with a raised book lip, supported by a turned column on tripod legs. View VIII
Archive IX An early 19th-century Regency mahogany reading table featuring an octagonal inlaid tilt top with a raised book lip, supported by a turned column on tripod legs. View IX
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An early 19th-century Regency mahogany reading table featuring an octagonal inlaid tilt top with a raised book lip, supported by a turned column on tripod legs.
Antique Mahogany Reading Table - Regency Period Early 19th Century.
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An early 19th-century Regency mahogany reading table featuring an octagonal inlaid tilt top with a raised book lip, supported by a turned column on tripod legs.
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Regency reading tables, produced in Britain from roughly 1811 to 1830, are distinguished by classical proportions, turned central support columns, and tripod or quadrupod bases. They were designed as multi-functional furniture with adjustable or tilting tops and raised lips to secure reading materials.

Cabinetmakers during the Regency era predominantly used imported West Indian mahogany due to its fine grain, stability, and dark lustre. Inlays often incorporated contrasting veneers such as burr walnut, rosewood, or satinwood using traditional joinery methods.

Authentic Regency tables display hand-cut dovetails, brass catch mechanisms, and period-correct underside construction. Natural oxidisation of the wood, irregularities in hand-turned columns, and light wear patterns on the feet further indicate genuine historical age.

Position the table alongside a tailored armchair or sofa to serve as an accent piece or lamp stand. The compact footprint and functional design allow it to fit seamlessly into modern reading nooks, living rooms, or home studies.

Maintain the surface by dusting with a dry microfibre cloth and applying a high-grade beeswax polish once or twice a year in the direction of the grain. Keep the piece away from direct heat sources and direct sunlight to prevent veneer movement and fading.
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