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Antique Victorian Figured Mahogany Serpentine Tilt-top Dining Centre Table
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Antique Victorian Figured Mahogany Serpentine Tilt-top Dining Centre Table

19th century
Description

An antique Victorian figured mahogany dining and centre table with an unusual serpentine-shaped top and a beautifully carved pedestal base.

The generously sized solid mahogany top has a moulded edge and an attractive shaped outline with sweeping curves and rounded lobes. The warm figured mahogany displays a rich colour and natural grain throughout.

The table is raised on a substantial turned central column with carved oval detail above four bold scrolling supports. Each leg terminates in a discreet castor allowing the table to be moved with ease.

The top tilts vertically when not in use making the table practical to store against a wall while also displaying its decorative outline. When lowered it provides a useful dining surface and would also make an impressive centre table in a large entrance hall drawing room or reception area.

Condition report

In good original condition with minor marks and signs of use consistent with age and character. The table is solid, sturdy and functional with a good rich colour.

Dimensions

Height: 74 cm (29.1 in)

Width: 136 cm (53.5 in)

Depth: 105 cm (41.3 in)

Date: 1860

Origin: English

Physical Dimensions
Height
74cm (29.13")
Width
136cm (53.54")
Depth
105cm (41.34")
Declaration

London City Antiques has dated this Victorian Tilt Top Table to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1237360
Dealers Internal Reference
3195
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An antique Victorian figured mahogany dining and centre table with an unusual serpentine-shaped top and a beautifully carved pedestal base.
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The generously sized solid mahogany top has a moulded edge and an attractive shaped outline with sweeping curves and rounded lobes.
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The warm figured mahogany displays a rich colour and natural grain throughout.

fig 1. A Victorian figured mahogany tilt-top centre table featuring a shaped serpentine top positioned vertically on a carved central pedestal with four splayed legs.
fig 1. Antique Victorian Figured Mahogany Serpentine Tilt-top Dining Centre Table

The table is raised on a substantial turned central column with carved oval detail above four bold scrolling supports. Each leg terminates in a discreet castor allowing the table to be moved with ease.

fig 2. A Victorian figured mahogany tilt-top centre table featuring a shaped serpentine top positioned vertically on a carved central pedestal with four splayed legs.
fig 2. Antique Victorian Figured Mahogany Serpentine Tilt-top Dining Centre Table

The top tilts vertically when not in use making the table practical to store against a wall while also displaying its decorative outline. When lowered it provides a useful dining surface and would also make an impressive centre table in a large entrance hall drawing room or reception area.

fig 3. A Victorian figured mahogany tilt-top centre table featuring a shaped serpentine top positioned vertically on a carved central pedestal with four splayed legs.
fig 3. Antique Victorian Figured Mahogany Serpentine Tilt-top Dining Centre Table

Condition report

In good original condition with minor marks and signs of use consistent with age and character. The table is solid, sturdy and functional with a good rich colour.

Dimensions

Height: 74 cm (29.1 in)

Width: 136 cm (53.5 in)

Depth: 105 cm (41.3 in)

Date: 1860

Origin: English

Height
74cm (29.13")
Width
136cm (53.54")
Depth
105cm (41.34")
Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Victorian Tilt Top Table to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1237360
Dealers Internal Ref
3195
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At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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Archive I A Victorian figured mahogany tilt-top centre table featuring a shaped serpentine top positioned vertically on a carved central pedestal with four splayed legs.

Antique Victorian Figured Mahogany Serpentine Tilt-top Dining Centre Table

Archive II A Victorian figured mahogany tilt-top centre table featuring a shaped serpentine top positioned vertically on a carved central pedestal with four splayed legs. View II
Archive III A Victorian figured mahogany tilt-top centre table featuring a shaped serpentine top positioned vertically on a carved central pedestal with four splayed legs. View III
Archive IV A Victorian figured mahogany tilt-top centre table featuring a shaped serpentine top positioned vertically on a carved central pedestal with four splayed legs. View IV
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Archive VI A Victorian figured mahogany tilt-top centre table featuring a shaped serpentine top positioned vertically on a carved central pedestal with four splayed legs. View VI
Archive VII A Victorian figured mahogany tilt-top centre table featuring a shaped serpentine top positioned vertically on a carved central pedestal with four splayed legs. View VII
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A Victorian figured mahogany tilt-top centre table featuring a shaped serpentine top positioned vertically on a carved central pedestal with four splayed legs.
Antique Victorian Figured Mahogany Serpentine Tilt-Top Dining Centre Table
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  • ObjectCentre Tables
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialMahogany, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsSerpentine edge, Tilt-top mechanism, Carved pedestal base, Cabriole legs
  • SizeH 74 cm (29 in) x W 136 cm (54 in) x D 105 cm (41 in)

This Victorian dining and centre table dates from 1860 in the English country house style. The piece consists of a figured mahogany top with a warm brown colour, a serpentine edge, and a tilt-top mechanism, supported by a carved pedestal base with cabriole legs. The wood displays a natural grain, a rich colour, and minor marks and signs of use consistent with age, alongside a moulded edge and a turned central column. Standing 74 cm high, 136 cm wide, and 105 cm deep, the table is suitable for use in a large entrance hall, drawing room, or reception area. In daily use, the surface tilts vertically when not in use to sit practically against a wall while displaying its decorative outline. Lowered down, the generous proportions provide a useful dining surface or an impressive centre table. The substantial turned central column and bold scrolling supports keep the structure solid, sturdy, and functional. Each leg terminates in a discreet castor, allowing the table to be moved with ease while retaining its traditional Victorian character.

FAQs

A Victorian tilt-top centre table is a 19th-century table featuring a top attached to a central pedestal via a hinged latch mechanism. This allowed the tabletop to pivot vertically, enabling the piece to be stored against a wall to clear floor space in multipurpose Victorian drawing or dining rooms.

These tables were predominantly crafted using solid mahogany, walnut, or rosewood, frequently finished with highly figured flame mahogany or burr veneers on the top. The central column and base were carved from solid timber, and the tilt mechanism featured brass catch hardware and iron screws.

Authentic pieces generally feature hand-cut joinery beneath the top, original brass spring catches or block latches, and period-appropriate wear along the pedestal feet. Look for natural oxidation on the underside of the timber, hand-carved details on the column, and original castors on the base.

In modern interiors, these tables function exceptionally well as entry hall focal points, compact dining surfaces, or decorative display tables. When not in active use, the top can be tilted upright to display the wood grain as a decorative panel against a focal wall.

Maintain the finish by dusting regularly with a soft dry cloth and applying a quality beeswax polish twice a year along the grain. Keep the table away from direct heat sources and direct sunlight to prevent timber movement or fading, and oil the metal tilt latch occasionally to ensure smooth operation.
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