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Taxidermy Oval Coffee Table
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Taxidermy Oval Coffee Table

19th century
Description

A striking oak oval coffee table with a warm, well‑figured top and a practical lower shelf, elevated by its wonderfully unusual legs fashioned from natural deer hooves. The contrast between the smooth, polished timber and the organic form of the hooves gives the piece a bold, rustic charm — a true conversation piece with a touch of sporting interest.

The oval top offers generous surface area, while the lower tier provides useful storage for books or magazines. Solid, quirky and full of character, it’s a distinctive table that brings both utility and a sense of the unexpected to any interior.

Physical Dimensions
Height
41cm (16.14")
Width
92cm (36.22")
Depth
67cm (26.38")
Declaration

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors has dated this Taxidermy Hoof Coffee Table to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1235217
Dealers Internal Reference
SAI4297
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All measurements are done to the widest point .

Please feel free to contact me with any enquiry or for more pictures .

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Here at Sinclair's Antiques and Interiors we do our utmost best to ensure all our items are described and photographed to show any flaws or damage such as shrinkage splits, losses or lifts to veneer, repairs or marks. However giving the age and the fact that each piece will have had years of polishing to create its own individual character we cannot describe every minor mark separately and therefore recommend you either visit our warehouse or request extra photographs.

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Description
A striking oak oval coffee table with a warm, well‑figured top and a practical lower shelf, elevated by its wonderfully unusual legs fashioned from natural deer hooves.
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The contrast between the smooth, polished timber and the organic form of the hooves gives the piece a bold, rustic charm — a true conversation piece with a touch of sporting interest.
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
fig 1. An oval polished wooden coffee table supported by four taxidermy hooves standing on a shaped wooden base with ball feet.
fig 1. Taxidermy Oval Coffee Table

The oval top offers generous surface area, while the lower tier provides useful storage for books or magazines. Solid, quirky and full of character, it’s a distinctive table that brings both utility and a sense of the unexpected to any interior.

Height
41cm (16.14")
Width
92cm (36.22")
Depth
67cm (26.38")
Date of Manufacture

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors has dated this Taxidermy Hoof Coffee Table to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1235217
Dealers Internal Ref
SAI4297
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2017

A family run business , second generation of antique dealers est 1977 with 3 warehouses over 6000 sq ft

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Archive I An oval polished wooden coffee table supported by four taxidermy hooves standing on a shaped wooden base with ball feet.

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Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Telephone 07977 119 787
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91 Main Street
Thornton
Fife
KY1 4AQ
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Jul 2017
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An oval polished wooden coffee table supported by four taxidermy hooves standing on a shaped wooden base with ball feet.
Taxidermy Oval Coffee Table
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An oval polished wooden coffee table supported by four taxidermy hooves standing on a shaped wooden base with ball feet.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectCoffee Tables
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian Taxidermy
  • MaterialHardwood, Taxidermy Hooves
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsTaxidermy legs, Oval polished top, Contoured lower tier, Ball feet
  • SizeH 41 cm (16 in) x W 92 cm (36 in) x D 67 cm (26 in)

FAQs

Taxidermy furniture emerged in the late 19th century during the Victorian era, driven by a fascination with natural history and field sports. Craftsmen integrated preserved animal hooves and horns into functional household items, such as tables, inkwells, and hat stands, primarily for sporting estates and country houses.

These tables are traditionally constructed using solid hardwoods such as oak, mahogany, or walnut for the tabletop and base, combined with preserved animal taxidermy elements. Metal fixings and internal wooden armatures stabilize the organic leg structures.

Authentic period examples exhibit original joinery techniques, such as hand-cut pegs or hand-turned feet, alongside natural age patina on the timber. The taxidermy components should show age-appropriate wear, natural hair loss or fading, and historical preservation methods rather than synthetic modern fillings.

A taxidermy table functions as a focal statement piece in a study, library, or living room. Pairing it with textured fabrics, dark wood panelling, or neutral modern upholstery creates an eclectic blend of traditional country style and contemporary design.

Maintain the wooden surfaces with periodic applications of beeswax, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners. The taxidermy legs should be kept dry, dusted gently with a soft brush in the direction of the hair, and positioned away from direct sunlight, dampness, or extreme heat sources.
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