Regency Mahogany Breakfast Table 19th Century

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A Regency period oval mahogany breakfast table featuring a figured timber top supported by a central turned pedestal with four reeded legs ending in brass castors.

Fine Regency figured mahogany oval breakfast table

Ref: SA1219138

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Originating in the early nineteenth century during the British Regency era, a breakfast table is typically an oval or round table supported by a single central pedestal with reeded or splayed legs. Many examples feature a tilt-top mechanism that allowed the tabletop to be stored vertically against a wall when not in use.

Tables from this period were predominantly crafted from solid mahogany and decorated with high-grade figured mahogany veneers, chosen for their distinctive flame grain patterns. Secondary timbers such as pine or oak were used for internal blocks, and the legs were commonly finished with brass toe caps and castors.

Authentic pieces feature period-appropriate construction, including hand-cut brass screws, original tilt-latch mechanisms, and natural oxidation or wear on the underside of the tabletop. The legs often show hand-carved reeding, and the oval top may exhibit slight timber shrinkage across the grain consistent with age.

A Regency breakfast table functions well as a focal point in a dining alcove, morning room, or large entrance hall. Pairing the dark mahogany wood with contemporary upholstered dining chairs or minimalist modern lighting creates a balanced contrast between historical and modern elements.

Keep the timber away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent drying and fading. Regular dusting with a soft microfiber cloth and periodic application of natural beeswax will protect the patinated surface; coaster use is recommended to prevent water ring damage.

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Fine Regency Figured Mahogany Oval Breakfast Table