This is an elegant antique Edwardian three-pillar Regency Revival dining table by the renowned Edinburgh cabinet makers Whytock & Reid, Circa 1900.
The rounded rectangular table top with reeded edge is in mahogany and has two leaves which can be added or removed as required to suit the occasion. It can seat fourteen people in comfort. It stands on three gun-barrel sabre-leg bases, the centre section on four outswept legs, the end sections on three legs, all the legs terminating in decoratively embossed brass castors.
The underside of each section is stamped ‘10856’, retailed by Whytock & Reid
There is no mistaking the fine craftsmanship of this handsome dining table, which is certain to become a treasured addition to your furniture collection and a talking point with guests at meal times.
The chairs shown in the photographs are not included in the price, but are available if required.
Condition:
In really excellent condition, having been beautifully cleaned, pol
...ished and waxed in our workshops, please see photos for confirmation.
Dimensions in cm:
Height 75 cm x Width 382 cm x Depth 123 cm - Fully Extended
Height 75 cm x Width 276 cm x Depth 123 cm - Leaves Removed
Dimensions in inches:
Height 2 foot, 5 inches x Width 12 foot, 6 inches x Depth 4 foot - Fully Extended
Height 2 foot, 5 inches x Width 9 feet, 1 inch x Depth 4 foot - Leaves Removed
Whytock & Reid
was a prestigious, internationally recognized cabinetmaking, upholstery, and interior design firm based in Edinburgh. Founded in 1807 and holding a Royal Warrant for over 150 years, the company was celebrated for its bespoke craftsmanship before it closed in 2004.
Origins: Originally established in 1807 by Richard and William Whytock, the business originally retailed drapery. In 1876, the firm amalgamated with the Reid family''s upholstery business.
Craftsmanship: They were renowned for high-quality, distinctive Scottish cabinetmaking, often utilizing native woods like ash, birch, and oak.
Notable Collaborations: They had a long and celebrated partnership with the renowned Scottish architect and designer Sir Robert Lorimer, crafting bespoke furniture and woodwork for his architectural commissions.
Prominent Commissions: Alongside outfitting private castles and palaces, they furnished boardrooms for the Bank of Scotland and luxury liners on the Clyde
Our reference: A5127
Internal Reference: A5127
Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1217897
Dateline of this antique is 1900
Height is 75cm (29.5inches)Width is 382cm (150.4inches)Depth is 123cm (48.4inches)
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