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19th Century Simulated Bamboo Gypsy Side Table in Antique Velvet
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for sale €1,755     $1,905
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19th Century Simulated Bamboo Gypsy Side Table in Antique Velvet

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An attractively formed mid 19th century country house gypsy side table. The fruitwood base with simulated bamboo legs and supports. Recovered by us in antique velvet and trim salvaged from a pair of barrel back armchairs. A good useful size

English c1860.

Physical Dimensions
Height
65cm (25.59")
Width
84cm (33.07")
Depth
84cm (33.07")
Declaration

Desired Effect Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Velvet Gypsy Table to the 1860s.

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SA1230277
Dealers Internal Reference
1779
Description
An attractively formed mid 19th century country house gypsy side table. The fruitwood base with simulated bamboo legs and supports. Recovered by us in antique velvet and trim salvaged from a pair of barrel back armchairs. A good useful size

English c1860.

Height
65cm (25.59")
Width
84cm (33.07")
Depth
84cm (33.07")
Date of Manufacture

Desired Effect Antiques Ltd has dated this Victorian Velvet Gypsy Table to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1230277
Dealers Internal Ref
1779
Desired Effect Antiques Ltd
Desired Effect Antiques Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2023

We deal in a range of pieces such as tables, storage and seating, ranging from the 18th through to the mid 20th century.

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A 19th-century Victorian gypsy side table featuring turned timber legs styled to simulate bamboo, topped with a circular muted green velvet surface trimmed in gold tassel fringe.
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Archive I A 19th-century Victorian gypsy side table featuring turned timber legs styled to simulate bamboo, topped with a circular muted green velvet surface trimmed in gold tassel fringe.

19th Century Simulated Bamboo Gypsy Side Table in Antique Velvet

Archive II A 19th-century Victorian gypsy side table featuring turned timber legs styled to simulate bamboo, topped with a circular muted green velvet surface trimmed in gold tassel fringe. View II
Archive III A 19th-century Victorian gypsy side table featuring turned timber legs styled to simulate bamboo, topped with a circular muted green velvet surface trimmed in gold tassel fringe. View III
Archive IV A 19th-century Victorian gypsy side table featuring turned timber legs styled to simulate bamboo, topped with a circular muted green velvet surface trimmed in gold tassel fringe. View IV
Archive V A 19th-century Victorian gypsy side table featuring turned timber legs styled to simulate bamboo, topped with a circular muted green velvet surface trimmed in gold tassel fringe. View V
Archive VI A 19th-century Victorian gypsy side table featuring turned timber legs styled to simulate bamboo, topped with a circular muted green velvet surface trimmed in gold tassel fringe. View VI
Archive VII A 19th-century Victorian gypsy side table featuring turned timber legs styled to simulate bamboo, topped with a circular muted green velvet surface trimmed in gold tassel fringe. View VII
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Desired Effect Antiques Ltd

Desired Effect Antiques Ltd
Telephone 07926 880796
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Carlinghow mills
West Yorkshire
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/desiredeffectltd
Verified Since Jun 2023
Items For Sale 191
Items Sold 735
Desired Effect Antiques Ltd
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A 19th-century Victorian gypsy side table featuring turned timber legs styled to simulate bamboo, topped with a circular muted green velvet surface trimmed in gold tassel fringe.
19th century simulated bamboo Gypsy side table in Antique velvet
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A 19th-century Victorian gypsy side table featuring turned timber legs styled to simulate bamboo, topped with a circular muted green velvet surface trimmed in gold tassel fringe.
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  • ObjectSide Tables
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialTurned Wood, Velvet, Passementerie
  • ColourWarm Brown, Green
  • MotifsSimulated bamboo legs, Tassel fringe trimming, Upholstered circular top, Turned tripod base
  • SizeH 65 cm (26 in) x W 84 cm (33 in) x D 84 cm (33 in)

This mid 19th-century Victorian country house gypsy side table originates from England around 1860. The piece is formed of a fruitwood base with warm brown turned timber legs and supports styled to simulate bamboo, paired with a turned tripod base and angled stretcher supports. The circular top is upholstered in antique green velvet and bordered with a hanging gold passementerie tassel fringe trimming. Measuring 65 cm high, 84 cm wide, and 84 cm deep, it provides a practical surface area for domestic use. Today, this side table functions well placed at the end of a sofa in a living room, study, or drawing room. The recovered velvet top and turned structural elements offer traditional Victorian character suited to period and eclectic interiors. It serves as an occasional table for resting small items while adding a decorative textile element to a room.

FAQs

A gypsy table is a small 19th-century occasional table, typically featuring turned timber legs in a tripod or quadruped base supporting a circular upholstered top finished with fabric fringe or passementerie.

These tables were constructed using turned hardwoods such as beech, oak, or walnut, often turned to imitate bamboo. Tops were upholstered in plush fabrics like velvet or needlepoint and edged with deep tassel fringe.

Authentic period examples feature hand-turned timber legs with visible joinery beneath the top, historical patina on the wood finish, age-appropriate upholstery wear, and traditional tacking methods securing the fabric and fringe.

Place the table as an accent piece alongside an armchair, within a reading nook, or in a hallway corner to introduce texture, warmth, and historical detail to modern interior schemes.

Lightly vacuum the velvet top and fringe using a soft brush attachment to remove dust. Maintain the turned timber legs by applying a small amount of clear beeswax polish, keeping the piece away from direct sunlight and heat sources.
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