What characterises Anglo-Indian furniture from the 19th century?

Anglo-Indian furniture blends traditional Indian woodworking techniques, such as detailed pierced carving and dense hardwoods, with European furniture forms designed for 19th-century colonial interiors.

What materials were traditionally used to construct carved Anglo-Indian side tables?

These tables were typically crafted from native Indian dense hardwoods such as teak, rosewood, or ebony, chosen for durability and deep grain figure.

How can you identify authentic 19th-century Anglo-Indian carved tables?

Authentic examples feature deeply hand-carved foliate or floral openwork panels, hand-cut joinery, and natural age-related patination rather than uniform machine-cut detailing.

How can an Anglo-Indian octagonal table be styled in modern interiors?

Position the piece as an accent side table beside an armchair or sofa, contrasting the dark, detailed fretwork against neutral interior surfaces.

How should carved wooden accent furniture be maintained?

Dust regularly using a soft brush to clear intricate carved recesses, and apply high-quality natural beeswax periodically while keeping the item away from direct heat sources.

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Antique 19th Century Anglo Indian Octagonal Side Table

Name: Antique 19th Century Anglo Indian Octagonal Side Table
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1210076
Price: 325 GBP
Availability: InStock

19th century

For Sale by ActFurniture LTD

Description

A charming antique 19th century Anglo-Indian octagonal side table, very well made and of fine quality throughout.

This beautifully crafted piece showcases exceptional carving and intricate detailing, reflecting superb craftsmanship and attention to detail.

The octagonal top is richly decorated with fine bone inlay, creating an elegant and striking decorative effect.

Made from solid Indian hardwood, it displays a gorgeous natural grain and warm rich colour, adding depth and character to the piece.

Highly decorative and full of charm, this is a very desirable example with strong visual appeal. Presented in good condition, it would make a perfect addition to any home.

Product Reference : AF - 5552

Measurements : 48cm Width x 48cm Depth x 45.5cm Height

All our products are available for viewing at our stockroom based in Malvern strictly by appointment only.

Every order is professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to dispatch or collection.

Please feel free to get in contact with us regarding any queries you might have relating to a specific piece or if you’d like to arrange a visit and I aim to respond as quickly as possible.

Prior to making a purchase, it is important that you please contact us to confirm the piece is still available. We endeavour to keep our stock details up to date, but due to our fast stock turnover there maybe occasions where an item has been sold but it has not yet been updated online.

Delivery ( £65 ) :

All our pieces are professionally wrapped in black plastic and sent though a trusted private courier which we can organise upon your request.

The delivery service consists of a two man team with a delivery timeframe of 3 - 15 working days from the date payment has been received. Please contact us to discuss any specific requirements and we will do our upmost to accommodate these, although no guarantees can be given.

The courier will be in contact with you directly with details of exact delivery date and approximate time of arrival.

We currently cover all of the UK Mainlands including most of Scotland.

Scotland -

Delivery cost and timeframe to Scotland and Scottish Highlands will vary regarding on the location and number of orders we have in the area so please get in contact for a direct quote.

Collection ( FREE ) :

Pieces can be collected from WR6 5JE free of charge strictly by appointment only. Please contact us to arrange this.

All goods will be professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to your arrival.

Many thanks and if you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us and one of our team will respond as quickly as possible.

Physical Dimensions

Height

45.5cm (17.91")

Width

48cm (18.90")

Depth

48cm (18.90")

Declaration

ActFurniture LTD has dated this Anglo Indian Side Table to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1210076

Dealers Internal Reference

AF-5552

Description

A charming antique 19th century Anglo-Indian octagonal side table, very well made and of fine quality throughout.

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This beautifully crafted piece showcases exceptional carving and intricate detailing, reflecting superb craftsmanship and attention to detail.

ActFurniture LTD

fig 1. A dark brown octagonal wooden side table featuring intricate hand-carved foliate openwork panels across every side. — fig 1. Antique 19th Century Anglo Indian Octagonal Side Table

The octagonal top is richly decorated with fine bone inlay, creating an elegant and striking decorative effect.

Made from solid Indian hardwood, it displays a gorgeous natural grain and warm rich colour, adding depth and character to the piece.

fig 2. A dark brown octagonal wooden side table featuring intricate hand-carved foliate openwork panels across every side. — fig 2. Antique 19th Century Anglo Indian Octagonal Side Table

Highly decorative and full of charm, this is a very desirable example with strong visual appeal. Presented in good condition, it would make a perfect addition to any home.

Product Reference : AF - 5552

fig 3. A dark brown octagonal wooden side table featuring intricate hand-carved foliate openwork panels across every side. — fig 3. Antique 19th Century Anglo Indian Octagonal Side Table

Measurements : 48cm Width x 48cm Depth x 45.5cm Height

All our products are available for viewing at our stockroom based in Malvern strictly by appointment only.

Every order is professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to dispatch or collection.

fig 4. A dark brown octagonal wooden side table featuring intricate hand-carved foliate openwork panels across every side. — fig 4. Antique 19th Century Anglo Indian Octagonal Side Table

Please feel free to get in contact with us regarding any queries you might have relating to a specific piece or if you’d like to arrange a visit and I aim to respond as quickly as possible.

Prior to making a purchase, it is important that you please contact us to confirm the piece is still available. We endeavour to keep our stock details up to date, but due to our fast stock turnover there maybe occasions where an item has been sold but it has not yet been updated online.

fig 5. A dark brown octagonal wooden side table featuring intricate hand-carved foliate openwork panels across every side. — fig 5. Antique 19th Century Anglo Indian Octagonal Side Table

Delivery ( £65 ) :

All our pieces are professionally wrapped in black plastic and sent though a trusted private courier which we can organise upon your request.

The delivery service consists of a two man team with a delivery timeframe of 3 - 15 working days from the date payment has been received. Please contact us to discuss any specific requirements and we will do our upmost to accommodate these, although no guarantees can be given.

The courier will be in contact with you directly with details of exact delivery date and approximate time of arrival.

We currently cover all of the UK Mainlands including most of Scotland.

Scotland -

Delivery cost and timeframe to Scotland and Scottish Highlands will vary regarding on the location and number of orders we have in the area so please get in contact for a direct quote.

Collection ( FREE ) :

Pieces can be collected from WR6 5JE free of charge strictly by appointment only. Please contact us to arrange this.

All goods will be professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to your arrival.

Many thanks and if you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us and one of our team will respond as quickly as possible.

Physical Dimensions

Height

45.5cm (17.91")

Width

48cm (18.90")

Depth

48cm (18.90")

Date of Manufacture