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18th Century George III Mahogany Tripod Table, C1770
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18th Century George III Mahogany Tripod Table, C1770

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A very fine 18th-century George III period mahogany tripod table. This table consists of a solid, well-figured mahogany tilt top with a pie-crust edge, above a wonderfully carved, spirally fluted column. This fine-quality Georgian table is raised on well-drawn, outswept, carved cabriole legs that terminate in fine ball-and-claw feet.

Physical Dimensions
Height
73cm (28.74")
Width
59cm (23.23")
Depth
59cm (23.23")
Declaration

Dickinsons Antiques has dated this George III Tripod Table to the 18th Century.

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SA1236778
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A very fine 18th-century George III period mahogany tripod table.
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This table consists of a solid, well-figured mahogany tilt top with a pie-crust edge, above a wonderfully carved, spirally fluted column.
Dickinsons Antiques

This fine-quality Georgian table is raised on well-drawn, outswept, carved cabriole legs that terminate in fine ball-and-claw feet.

Height
73cm (28.74")
Width
59cm (23.23")
Depth
59cm (23.23")
Date of Manufacture

Dickinsons Antiques has dated this George III Tripod Table to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1236778
Dickinsons Antiques
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Dealing in early oak and country furniture since 1958.

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Archive I An 18th-century George III mahogany tripod table with a scalloped piecrust tilt-top, turned spiral column standard, and carved cabriole legs.

18th Century George III Mahogany Tripod Table, C1770

Archive II An 18th-century George III mahogany tripod table with a scalloped piecrust tilt-top, turned spiral column standard, and carved cabriole legs. View II
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Archive IV An 18th-century George III mahogany tripod table with a scalloped piecrust tilt-top, turned spiral column standard, and carved cabriole legs. View IV
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An 18th-century George III mahogany tripod table with a scalloped piecrust tilt-top, turned spiral column standard, and carved cabriole legs.
18th Century George III Mahogany Tripod Table, C1770
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An 18th-century George III mahogany tripod table with a scalloped piecrust tilt-top, turned spiral column standard, and carved cabriole legs.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectOccasional Tables
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorge III
  • MaterialMahogany
  • ColourRich Brown
  • MotifsPiecrust rim, Spiral turned column, Carved cabriole legs, Tilt-top mechanism
  • SizeH 73 cm (29 in) x W 59 cm (23 in) x D 59 cm (23 in)

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Originating in the 18th century, tripod tables were popularised during the George III era as versatile occasional furniture. They feature a three-legged base supporting a central stem, often with a tilt-top mechanism designed for compact storage against a wall when not in use.

High-grade mahogany imported from the West Indies was the predominant wood choice due to its density and fine grain, allowing for intricate carving. Construction techniques included hand-cut dovetails on the underside block, hand-turned stems, and hand-carved legs secured with wooden or iron dowels.

Authentic 18th-century examples typically show hand-saw marks on the underside, subtle wood shrinkage or slight oval distortion in the circular top, and original iron catch mechanisms. The underside block and joinery should exhibit natural oxidisation and age-appropriate patination.

A tilt-top tripod table functions effectively as an occasional side table next to a sofa or armchair, providing a compact surface for lamps or drinks. Alternatively, tilting the top vertically allows the carved timber face to be displayed as a decorative accent piece in a corner or alcove.

Keep the timber away from direct heat sources and high moisture to prevent cracking or warping of the solid mahogany. Regular dusting with a soft microfibre cloth and occasional application of high-quality beeswax polish will preserve the original surface patina.
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