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Early Georgian Elm Tripod Occasional Table, Circa 1750
Salisbury Antiques Centre
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Early Georgian Elm Tripod Occasional Table, Circa 1750

18th century
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An early Georgian elm tripod occasional table, dating to circa 1750.

The circular plank top displays the wonderfully distinctive grain and warm mellow colour associated with elm, with a gently moulded edge and an attractive surface patina developed through many years of use.

The top is raised on a well-turned baluster column, terminating in three boldly shaped cabriole legs with pad feet.

A particularly appealing piece of early Georgian country furniture, combining simple proportions with the rich colour and character of the elm. Its useful size makes it ideal as a lamp table, wine table or occasional table beside a chair or sofa.

Physical Dimensions
Height
68cm (26.77")
Width
56cm (22.05")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Declaration

Salisbury Antiques Centre has dated this Georgian Elm Tripod Table to the 1750s.

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SA1232792
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C3027
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Description
An early Georgian elm tripod occasional table, dating to circa 1750.

The circular plank top displays the wonderfully distinctive grain and warm mellow colour associated with elm, with a gently moulded edge and an attractive surface patina developed through many years of use.

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The top is raised on a well-turned baluster column, terminating in three boldly shaped cabriole legs with pad feet.
Salisbury Antiques Centre
fig 1. An 18th-century Early Georgian circular occasional table made of warm brown elm wood with a turned central column and three cabriole legs.
fig 1. Early Georgian Elm Tripod Occasional Table, Circa 1750

A particularly appealing piece of early Georgian country furniture, combining simple proportions with the rich colour and character of the elm. Its useful size makes it ideal as a lamp table, wine table or occasional table beside a chair or sofa.

Height
68cm (26.77")
Width
56cm (22.05")
Depth
56cm (22.05")
Date of Manufacture

Salisbury Antiques Centre has dated this Georgian Elm Tripod Table to the 1750s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1232792
Dealers Internal Ref
C3027
Salisbury Antiques Centre
Salisbury Antiques Centre
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2007
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Early Georgian Elm Tripod Occasional Table, Circa 1750

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An 18th-century Early Georgian circular occasional table made of warm brown elm wood with a turned central column and three cabriole legs.
Early Georgian Elm Tripod Occasional Table, Circa 1750
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An 18th-century Early Georgian circular occasional table made of warm brown elm wood with a turned central column and three cabriole legs.
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Tripod occasional tables emerged in early 18th-century Britain as functional, lightweight furniture designed to be moved easily around grand drawing rooms for tea service, reading, or candles. These tables typically featured a circular top supported by a turned central column and three shaped legs, reflecting the symmetry and classical proportions of the Georgian period.

Early Georgian tripod tables were crafted from solid native hardwoods such as elm, oak, walnut, and fruitwoods, alongside imported mahogany. Construction relied on traditional joinery, with turned central pedestals fitted to splayed legs via dovetailed joints or steel block plates beneath the tabletop.

Authentic 18th-century tripod tables show natural signs of age, including irregular timber shrinkage causing tops to turn slightly oval over time, hand-carved underside dowels, and undisturbed oxidisation beneath the base. The underside joinery will display hand-cut dovetails or iron brackets connecting the legs to the central turned shaft.

An antique tripod table functions as a versatile accent piece placed beside a contemporary armchair or modern sofa to support lighting or beverages. Its compact footprint makes it suitable for tight alcoves, reading corners, or entryway spaces, adding warmth and historic contrast to modern decor.

Preserve the natural timber finish by dusting regularly with a soft, lint-free cloth and applying a clear beeswax polish once or twice a year. Keep the table away from direct heat sources such as radiators or direct sunlight to prevent timber movement, cracking, or fading.
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