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Late 19th Century Circular Specimen Marble Occasional Table by James Shoolbred
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Late 19th Century Circular Specimen Marble Occasional Table by James Shoolbred

19th century
Description

An Extremely Attractive And Unusual Late 19th Century Mahogany And Gilt Metal Mounted Occasional Table By James Shoolbred & Co., Having Superb Circular Italian Specimen Marble Top, Incorporating Approximately Fifteen Different Varieties Of Marble And Hardstone Arranged In Elaborate Geometric Patterns, Over Plain Frieze And Four Elegant Shaped Legs With Attractive Gilt Metal Foliate Mounts, United By Shaped Undertier.

Original James Shoolbred & Co. Label.

Dating from the latter part of the 19th century, this extremely attractive table was retailed by the renowned London firm of James Shoolbred & Co., whose original trade label remains attached to the underside. Based at Tottenham House, Tottenham Court Road, Shoolbred were amongst the leading London furnishers of the period and became particularly well known for good quality, fashionable furniture.

The standout feature of course is the superb Italian specimen marble top. Incorporating around fifteen different varieties of marble and hardstone, including Verde Antico, Rosso Antico, Giallo Antico and Spanish Brocatelle amongst others, they have been carefully cut and arranged into a series of elaborate geometric patterns, including a particularly intricate star design to the centre.

The substantial moulded black marble outer edge has acquired various old marks, scratches and minor imperfections over the years, whilst the surface itself also retains the inevitable signs of age and use one would expect from a top of this period. These blend extremely well into the overall appearance and help give the marble a pleasing sense of age rather than detracting from it.

The base has clearly been designed to accommodate the considerable weight of the marble above, whilst still retaining a sense of elegance and sophistication. Particularly attractive gilt metal foliate mounts run down from the frieze on each leg, providing a good contrast against the mahogany.

A particularly pleasing example of its type, combining a lovely 19th century Italian specimen marble top with a good quality English mahogany base by one of the leading London furnishing firms of the period, it remains to this day an extremely practical piece of furniture, working equally well as a centre table, large occasional table, or simply as a statement piece in a hallway or drawing room.

As with all items which we offer for sale, this table has been attended to in our workshops by our highly skilled and trained traditional antique furniture restorers and received a natural wax polish before being offered for sale. It is therefore ready to be placed straight into the home.

Circa 1890.

Height 28in.

Width 26.75in.

Depth 26.75in.

Physical Dimensions
Height
71cm (27.95")
Width
68cm (26.77")
Depth
68cm (26.77")
Declaration

S and S Timms Antiques Ltd has dated this Specimen Marble Occasional Table to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1235128
Dealers Internal Reference
10067
Dealers Notes

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Description
An Extremely Attractive And Unusual Late 19th Century Mahogany And Gilt Metal Mounted Occasional Table By James Shoolbred & Co., Having Superb Circular Italian Specimen Marble Top, Incorporating Approximately Fifteen Different Varieties Of Marble And Hardstone Arranged In Elaborate Geometric Patterns, Over Plain Frieze And Four Elegant Shaped Legs With Attractive Gilt Metal Foliate Mounts, United By Shaped Undertier.
fig 1. A late nineteenth-century circular mahogany occasional table featuring a specimen marble top, outcurving legs with gilt mounts, and a lower undertier.
fig 1. Late 19th Century Circular Specimen Marble Occasional Table by James Shoolbred

Original James Shoolbred & Co. Label.

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Dating from the latter part of the 19th century, this extremely attractive table was retailed by the renowned London firm of James Shoolbred & Co.
S and S Timms Antiques Ltd

, whose original trade label remains attached to the underside. Based at Tottenham House, Tottenham Court Road, Shoolbred were amongst the leading London furnishers of the period and became particularly well known for good quality, fashionable furniture.

fig 2. A late nineteenth-century circular mahogany occasional table featuring a specimen marble top, outcurving legs with gilt mounts, and a lower undertier.
fig 2. Late 19th Century Circular Specimen Marble Occasional Table by James Shoolbred

The standout feature of course is the superb Italian specimen marble top. Incorporating around fifteen different varieties of marble and hardstone, including Verde Antico, Rosso Antico, Giallo Antico and Spanish Brocatelle amongst others, they have been carefully cut and arranged into a series of elaborate geometric patterns, including a particularly intricate star design to the centre.

fig 3. A late nineteenth-century circular mahogany occasional table featuring a specimen marble top, outcurving legs with gilt mounts, and a lower undertier.
fig 3. Late 19th Century Circular Specimen Marble Occasional Table by James Shoolbred

The substantial moulded black marble outer edge has acquired various old marks, scratches and minor imperfections over the years, whilst the surface itself also retains the inevitable signs of age and use one would expect from a top of this period. These blend extremely well into the overall appearance and help give the marble a pleasing sense of age rather than detracting from it.

fig 4. A late nineteenth-century circular mahogany occasional table featuring a specimen marble top, outcurving legs with gilt mounts, and a lower undertier.
fig 4. Late 19th Century Circular Specimen Marble Occasional Table by James Shoolbred

The base has clearly been designed to accommodate the considerable weight of the marble above, whilst still retaining a sense of elegance and sophistication. Particularly attractive gilt metal foliate mounts run down from the frieze on each leg, providing a good contrast against the mahogany.

fig 5. A late nineteenth-century circular mahogany occasional table featuring a specimen marble top, outcurving legs with gilt mounts, and a lower undertier.
fig 5. Late 19th Century Circular Specimen Marble Occasional Table by James Shoolbred

A particularly pleasing example of its type, combining a lovely 19th century Italian specimen marble top with a good quality English mahogany base by one of the leading London furnishing firms of the period, it remains to this day an extremely practical piece of furniture, working equally well as a centre table, large occasional table, or simply as a statement piece in a hallway or drawing room.

fig 6. A late nineteenth-century circular mahogany occasional table featuring a specimen marble top, outcurving legs with gilt mounts, and a lower undertier.
fig 6. Late 19th Century Circular Specimen Marble Occasional Table by James Shoolbred

As with all items which we offer for sale, this table has been attended to in our workshops by our highly skilled and trained traditional antique furniture restorers and received a natural wax polish before being offered for sale. It is therefore ready to be placed straight into the home.

Circa 1890.

Height 28in.

Width 26.75in.

Depth 26.75in.

Height
71cm (27.95")
Width
68cm (26.77")
Depth
68cm (26.77")
Date of Manufacture

S and S Timms Antiques Ltd has dated this Specimen Marble Occasional Table to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1235128
Dealers Internal Ref
10067
S and S Timms Antiques Ltd
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Late 19th Century Circular Specimen Marble Occasional Table by James Shoolbred

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A late nineteenth-century circular mahogany occasional table featuring a specimen marble top, outcurving legs with gilt mounts, and a lower undertier.
Late 19th Century Circular Specimen Marble Occasional Table By James Shoolbred
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectOccasional Tables
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Specimen Marble, Brass
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsSpecimen marble inlay, Swept sabre legs, Gilt metal mounts, Concave undertier
  • SizeH 71 cm (28 in) x W 68 cm (27 in) x D 68 cm (27 in)

FAQs

A specimen marble occasional table features a decorative tabletop inlaid with varied samples of coloured marbles and stones, a style that gained popularity during the nineteenth century as souvenir and accent furniture.

These tables usually combine a solid mahogany or walnut base with a polished top composed of diverse marble and mineral specimens, often adorned with gilt metal or brass mounts.

Authentic pieces by James Shoolbred frequently feature stamped metal trade marks or impressed maker stamps beneath the wooden frame, alongside high cabinetmaking standards and precise timber joins.

Position the table beside an armchair or inside an entryway as a functional accent piece, allowing the geometric stonework to serve as a focal point against contemporary backdrops.

Clean the marble top using a soft cloth dampened with pH-neutral water, avoiding acidic substances that damage stone, while preserving the timber frame with microcrystalline wax.
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