A delightful Victorian walnut lamp table of exceptional decorative appeal. Standing on an elegant turned pedestal with shaped tripod legs, this charming piece is further enhanced by its unusual bobbin gallery frieze, a distinctive feature rarely found and one that immediately sets it apart from more conventional examples.The circular walnut top displays attractive figuring and a rich warm colour developed over many years. Beneath, the finely turned column incorporates decorative mouldings and an unusual studded collar detail, all raised on graceful cabriole-inspired tripod supports which provide both stability and elegance.Originally designed as a lamp or wine table, pieces such as this would have been positioned beside a sofa or armchair to hold an oil lamp, books, refreshments or decorative objects. Today it remains a wonderfully versatile piece, equally suited as a lamp table, occasional table or bedside table.A particularly attractive example combining quality craftsman...