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Antique Georgian Mahogany Dressing Table Vanity Table
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Antique Georgian Mahogany Dressing Table Vanity Table

18th century
Description

A rare and highly unusual Georgian mahogany dressing table of elegant proportions, dating to around 1780. Beautifully designed and wonderfully practical, this exceptional piece combines refined Georgian craftsmanship with ingenious storage, making it as desirable today as it was over two centuries ago.

Constructed in beautifully figured solid mahogany, the dressing table features a shaped hinged lid which opens to reveal an adjustable original mirror surrounded by a thoughtfully arranged interior. The interior comprises four lidded compartments, open storage sections and divided trays for jewellery, letters or dressing accessories, all retaining their original Georgian character. The elegant fold-out side slides provide additional working surfaces, ideal for placing perfumes, cosmetics or candlesticks.

The table stands on fine square tapering legs united by an elegant shaped undertier, providing both strength and visual balance while offering additional display or storage space beneath. The restrained yet sophisticated design allows the quality of the mahogany timber to take centre stage.

This versatile piece would make a superb dressing table, vanity table, writing table or occasional table and would look equally at home in a bedroom, dressing room or luxury walk-in wardrobe. Genuine Georgian dressing tables of this quality and originality are rarely encountered, particularly examples retaining such an appealing and practical interior.

Condition

Excellent antique condition with age-related wear, marks and patination consistent with over 240 years of use. The mirror adjusts correctly, the compartments and side slides operate as intended and the table is strong, stable and ready for use.

Dimensions

Height:77cm(30.31in)

Width:83cm(32.68in)

Depth:52cm(20.47in)

Date: 1780

Origin: English

Professional worldwide shipping available.

Physical Dimensions
Height
77cm (30.31")
Width
83cm (32.68")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Declaration

London City Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Dressing Table to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1238428
Dealers Internal Reference
3165
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Description
A rare and highly unusual Georgian mahogany dressing table of elegant proportions, dating to around 1780.
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Beautifully designed and wonderfully practical, this exceptional piece combines refined Georgian craftsmanship with ingenious storage, making it as desirable today as it was over two centuries ago.
London City Antiques
fig 1. An antique Georgian mahogany dressing table featuring an open hinged lid, upright rectangular central mirror, interior storage compartments, fold-out side flaps, and a curved lower stretcher.
fig 1. Antique Georgian Mahogany Dressing Table Vanity Table

Constructed in beautifully figured solid mahogany, the dressing table features a shaped hinged lid which opens to reveal an adjustable original mirror surrounded by a thoughtfully arranged interior. The interior comprises four lidded compartments, open storage sections and divided trays for jewellery, letters or dressing accessories, all retaining their original Georgian character. The elegant fold-out side slides provide additional working surfaces, ideal for placing perfumes, cosmetics or candlesticks.

fig 2. An antique Georgian mahogany dressing table featuring an open hinged lid, upright rectangular central mirror, interior storage compartments, fold-out side flaps, and a curved lower stretcher.
fig 2. Antique Georgian Mahogany Dressing Table Vanity Table

The table stands on fine square tapering legs united by an elegant shaped undertier, providing both strength and visual balance while offering additional display or storage space beneath. The restrained yet sophisticated design allows the quality of the mahogany timber to take centre stage.

fig 3. An antique Georgian mahogany dressing table featuring an open hinged lid, upright rectangular central mirror, interior storage compartments, fold-out side flaps, and a curved lower stretcher.
fig 3. Antique Georgian Mahogany Dressing Table Vanity Table

This versatile piece would make a superb dressing table, vanity table, writing table or occasional table and would look equally at home in a bedroom, dressing room or luxury walk-in wardrobe. Genuine Georgian dressing tables of this quality and originality are rarely encountered, particularly examples retaining such an appealing and practical interior.

fig 4. An antique Georgian mahogany dressing table featuring an open hinged lid, upright rectangular central mirror, interior storage compartments, fold-out side flaps, and a curved lower stretcher.
fig 4. Antique Georgian Mahogany Dressing Table Vanity Table

Condition

Excellent antique condition with age-related wear, marks and patination consistent with over 240 years of use. The mirror adjusts correctly, the compartments and side slides operate as intended and the table is strong, stable and ready for use.

Dimensions

Height:77cm(30.31in)

Width:83cm(32.68in)

Depth:52cm(20.47in)

Date: 1780

Origin: English

Professional worldwide shipping available.

Height
77cm (30.31")
Width
83cm (32.68")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Georgian Mahogany Dressing Table to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1238428
Dealers Internal Ref
3165
London City Antiques
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At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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Archive II An antique Georgian mahogany dressing table featuring an open hinged lid, upright rectangular central mirror, interior storage compartments, fold-out side flaps, and a curved lower stretcher. View II
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An antique Georgian mahogany dressing table featuring an open hinged lid, upright rectangular central mirror, interior storage compartments, fold-out side flaps, and a curved lower stretcher.
Antique Georgian Mahogany Dressing Table Vanity Table
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDressing Tables
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany, Glass, Brass
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsHinged top lid, pop-up mirror, curved stretcher, fold-out side slides
  • SizeH 77 cm (30 in) x W 83 cm (33 in) x D 52 cm (20 in)

FAQs

Originating in the 18th century, Georgian dressing tables were designed for personal grooming, incorporating functional elements such as fold-out mirrors, hidden internal compartments, and side candle slides to maximize utility within bedroom spaces.

Cabinetmakers during the Georgian era primarily utilized solid mahogany and flame mahogany veneers, complemented by brass ironmongery, hand-cut dovetail joints, and silvered glass mirrors.

Authentic Georgian examples exhibit hand-sawn timber underside marks, hand-cut dovetails within the interior compartments, natural wood shrinkage over time, and original brass hardware showing mild oxidisation.

A Georgian dressing table functions as a grooming station in a master bedroom or doubles as a compact writing desk or hallway console table when the lid is closed.

Dust regularly using a dry cotton cloth and apply beeswax polish once or twice a year, ensuring the wood remains positioned away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent timber movement.
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