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Outstanding Quality Antique Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany Reading Table
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Outstanding Quality Antique Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany Reading Table

1900 - 1920
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Outstanding quality antique Edwardian inlaid mahogany reading table having a quality lift up ratchet top with charming satinwood inlaid urns, bows and swags above three frieze drawers and three dummy drawers raised on attractive shaped Lyme end supports united by a shaped under-tier and sabre feet.

A delightful decorative piece of desirable proportions.

H 79cm

W 45.5cm

D 42.5cm

H when open highest level 95.5

H when it’s lowest level 93

Date 1900

Physical Dimensions
Height
79cm (31.10")
Width
45.5cm (17.91")
Depth
42.5cm (16.73")
Declaration

London City Antiques has dated this Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany Reading Table to the 1900s.

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SA1228734
Dealers Internal Reference
183C
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Outstanding quality antique Edwardian inlaid mahogany reading table having a quality lift up ratchet top with charming satinwood inlaid urns, bows and swags above three frieze drawers and three dummy drawers raised on attractive shaped Lyme end supports united by a shaped under-tier and sabre feet.

A delightful decorative piece of desirable proportions.

H 79cm

W 45.5cm

D 42.5cm

H when open highest level 95.5

H when it’s lowest level 93

Date 1900

Height
79cm (31.10")
Width
45.5cm (17.91")
Depth
42.5cm (16.73")
Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany Reading Table to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1228734
Dealers Internal Ref
183C
London City Antiques
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At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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An Edwardian mahogany reading table with an adjustable slanted top featuring urn marquetry inlay, supported by lyre-shaped legs and a lower tier.
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Archive I An Edwardian mahogany reading table with an adjustable slanted top featuring urn marquetry inlay, supported by lyre-shaped legs and a lower tier.

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Archive II An Edwardian mahogany reading table with an adjustable slanted top featuring urn marquetry inlay, supported by lyre-shaped legs and a lower tier. View II
Archive III An Edwardian mahogany reading table with an adjustable slanted top featuring urn marquetry inlay, supported by lyre-shaped legs and a lower tier. View III
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Archive VI An Edwardian mahogany reading table with an adjustable slanted top featuring urn marquetry inlay, supported by lyre-shaped legs and a lower tier. View VI
Archive VII An Edwardian mahogany reading table with an adjustable slanted top featuring urn marquetry inlay, supported by lyre-shaped legs and a lower tier. View VII
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An Edwardian mahogany reading table with an adjustable slanted top featuring urn marquetry inlay, supported by lyre-shaped legs and a lower tier.
Outstanding Quality Antique Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany Reading Table
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An Edwardian mahogany reading table with an adjustable slanted top featuring urn marquetry inlay, supported by lyre-shaped legs and a lower tier.
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  • ObjectReading Tables
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialMahogany, Satinwood, Brass
  • ColourRich Brown
  • MotifsInlaid urn marquetry, Lyre-shaped supports, Adjustable hinged top, Splayed feet
  • SizeH 79 cm (31 in) x W 45.5 cm (18 in) x D 42.5 cm (17 in)

This Edwardian reading table takes the form of a rich brown mahogany writing and display stand with satinwood inlaid urn marquetry motifs on its adjustable hinged top. Three frieze drawers and three dummy drawers sit beneath the slant-top surface, complemented by small wooden knob handles and a central brass keyhole escutcheon. The framework includes lyre-shaped end supports with vertical stringing details, a curved lower under-tier shelf, and splayed sabre feet resting upon the floor. Measuring 79 cm high, 45.5 cm wide and 42.5 cm deep, the table fits neatly into a gentleman's library, a quiet reading corner or a fireplace alcove as a functional accent surface. The lifting ratchet top mechanism adjusts the slant for books or paperwork, making the piece suitable for daily study, decorative display or occasional writing use beside an armchair.

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An Edwardian reading table is a functional piece of accent furniture from the early 20th century, designed with a ratchet-adjustable hinged slope to support books or manuscripts at an ergonomic viewing angle.

These pieces were predominantly crafted from mahogany or rosewood, often featuring fine satinwood marquetry inlays, brass fittings, and decorative lyre-shaped support structures.

Authentic Edwardian examples feature neoclassical marquetry such as urns and swags, hand-cut dovetail joints on drawers, smooth brass adjusting mechanisms, and fine wood graining consistent with early 1900s craftsmanship.

Position the piece in a reading nook, library, or beside an armchair to serve as a distinctive accent table, leaving the inclined top open to display an art book or print.

Dust regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year to nourish the mahogany and preserve the finish without damaging the delicate marquetry.
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