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A 18thc Original " Butler,s Stand" on Sabre Legs
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A 18thc Original " Butler,s Stand" on Sabre Legs

18th century
Sold 20 April 2026 · Mike Melody Antiques
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What a find!!

An original georgian 18thc mahogany " butler,s tray " on a fixed sabre leg stand.

We are dating as around 1780 but could be earlier.

This piece is a rarity and after 48 years in the antique trade it,s a first for US.

Made of cuban mahogany with a rich untouched colour and patina, it measures 51cms long 37cms deep and 51cms high.

Ideal for placing by a wing armchair or settee. A real country house piece.

It has minor repairs to a corner pic 6 and apart from that is totally original

UK delivery included

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Established in1977 in chester

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Mike Melody Antiques has dated this Antique Butler Tray Table to the 18th Century.

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Description
What a find!!

An original georgian 18thc mahogany " butler,s tray " on a fixed sabre leg stand.

We are dating as around 1780 but could be earlier.

This piece is a rarity and after 48 years in the antique trade it,s a first for US.

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Made of cuban mahogany with a rich untouched colour and patina, it measures 51cms long 37cms deep and 51cms high.
Mike Melody Antiques
fig 1. A dark brown mahogany butler tray table featuring scalloped edges and sabre legs with castors.
fig 1. A 18thc Original " Butler,s Stand" on Sabre Legs

Ideal for placing by a wing armchair or settee. A real country house piece.

It has minor repairs to a corner pic 6 and apart from that is totally original

UK delivery included

All forms of payment including ccs etc

Lapada_cinoa members since1985

Established in1977 in chester

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Mike Melody Antiques has dated this Antique Butler Tray Table to the 18th Century.

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SA1207103
Mike Melody Antiques
Mike Melody Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2013

Combined 85 years of buying and selling quality antiques and still loving it.

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A dark brown mahogany butler tray table featuring scalloped edges and sabre legs with castors.
A 18THC ORIGINAL " BUTLER,S STAND" ON SABRE LEGS
Ref: SA1207103
A dark brown mahogany butler tray table featuring scalloped edges and sabre legs with castors.
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  • ObjectAccent Tables
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsScalloped gallery edge, Sabre legs, Brass castors, Divided tray compartment

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Butler tray tables originated in the Georgian era and were designed for servants to transport and serve refreshments or meals in large houses before being set on folding or fixed stands.

Authentic period pieces were typically crafted from dense hardwoods such as mahogany or oak, frequently featuring hand-cut dovetail joints and brass fittings.

Authentication involves examining the timber grain, tool marks, patination, and the construction methods used in the joints and hardware to ensure period-correct craftsmanship.

This piece functions effectively as a compact surface in a living space, often styled with books, glassware, or decorative objects to contrast historic craftsmanship with contemporary decor.

Preserve the finish by keeping the wood away from direct sunlight and heat sources, and maintain the surface using traditional beeswax rather than modern silicone polishes.
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