Mahogany Tilt Top Table 19th Century

Name: Scottish Lamp Side Table
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1205784
Price: 450 GBP
Availability: InStock

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An antique mahogany tilt-top table with a rectangular inlaid tabletop raised vertically on a turned central pedestal and three curved legs.

Scottish Lamp Side Table

Ref: SA1205784

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A tilt-top tripod table is an occasional table featuring a hinged top mounted on a central turned column supported by three splayed legs. Popularised during the eighteenth century, the tilting mechanism allowed the top to be stored vertically against a wall to conserve floor space when not in use.

These tables were primarily crafted from dense hardwoods such as mahogany, oak, or walnut, frequently accented with decorative boxwood or satinwood stringing and inlays. Construction typically includes a brass catch or latch beneath the top, a turned baluster stem, and legs joined via dovetail joints or iron spider plates.

Authentic period examples often demonstrate hand-cut dovetails on the block beneath the tabletop, hand-carved leg joints, and slight timber shrinkage across the grain. Look for original brass catch hardware, hand-forged iron supports beneath the pedestal base, and uneven wear consistent with historical use.

Position the table beside a sofa or armchair to act as a compact surface for a table lamp or drink. Alternatively, tilt the top vertically and place the piece against a wall or inside a fireplace alcove to highlight the natural wood grain and marquetry as decorative art.

Maintain the polished timber surface by dusting regularly with a soft, lint-free cloth and applying a thin coat of natural beeswax polish annually. Keep the item away from direct heat sources, radiators, and bright sunlight to prevent warping, cracking, or fading of the wood finish.

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Scottish Lamp Side Table

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