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Fine Jamaican Specimen Wood Table Att. To Ralph Turnbull
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for sale €2,867     $3,112
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Fine Jamaican Specimen Wood Table Att. To Ralph Turnbull

19th century
Description

A superb specimen wood table attributed to Frank Turnbull of Jamaica. The octagonal shaped top having top quality specimen wood parquetry inlay including Juniper Ceder, Jamaica Mahogany, Ebony, Yacca, Mahoe, Grey Sanders, Satinwood, Walnut and Palm wood to name a few.The edge having feathered multi woods banding and thumb moulded edge. Below an unusual scrolling foliage frieze with carved “C” scrolls, moulded square corners and turned finials. The base having a wonderful spiral turned column with 3 shaped and acanthus carved supports joining the cabriole legs with further scrolling carved detail. Condition- Fine, no breaks or damage. NOTE. Ralph Turnbull was born in Scotland in 1788 and emigrated to Kingston, Jamaica with his brothers around 1815. By the 1820s, he had his own independent workshop. He became legendary for creating a distinct Jamaican Colonial Style by adapting traditional British furniture designs to showcase the spectacular variety of local Caribbean timbers. Dimensions:- Height…29.5’’/ 75cm. Max.Diameter…32’’/ 81.5cm. Free U.K. delivery by furniture carrier.

Physical Dimensions
Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
81.5cm (32.09")
Depth
81.5cm (32.09")
Declaration

John Howkins Antiques has dated this Jamaican Specimen Wood Table to the 19th Century.

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SA1238643
Dealers Internal Reference
25009
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Description
A superb specimen wood table attributed to Frank Turnbull of Jamaica.
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The octagonal shaped top having top quality specimen wood parquetry inlay including Juniper Ceder, Jamaica Mahogany, Ebony, Yacca, Mahoe, Grey Sanders, Satinwood, Walnut and Palm wood to name a few.
John Howkins Antiques

The edge having feathered multi woods banding and thumb moulded edge. Below an unusual scrolling foliage frieze with carved “C” scrolls, moulded square corners and turned finials. The base having a wonderful spiral turned column with 3 shaped and acanthus carved supports joining the cabriole legs with further scrolling carved detail. Condition- Fine, no breaks or damage. NOTE. Ralph Turnbull was born in Scotland in 1788 and emigrated to Kingston, Jamaica with his brothers around 1815. By the 1820s, he had his own independent workshop. He became legendary for creating a distinct Jamaican Colonial Style by adapting traditional British furniture designs to showcase the spectacular variety of local Caribbean timbers. Dimensions:- Height…29.5’’/ 75cm. Max.Diameter…32’’/ 81.5cm. Free U.K. delivery by furniture carrier.

Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
81.5cm (32.09")
Depth
81.5cm (32.09")
Date of Manufacture

John Howkins Antiques has dated this Jamaican Specimen Wood Table to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1238643
Dealers Internal Ref
25009
John Howkins Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2010
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Archive I A 19th-century hexagonal specimen wood table featuring a geometric optical illusion parquetry top set on a carved central pedestal base.

Fine Jamaican Specimen Wood Table Att. To Ralph Turnbull

Archive II A 19th-century hexagonal specimen wood table featuring a geometric optical illusion parquetry top set on a carved central pedestal base. View II
Archive III A 19th-century hexagonal specimen wood table featuring a geometric optical illusion parquetry top set on a carved central pedestal base. View III
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Archive V A 19th-century hexagonal specimen wood table featuring a geometric optical illusion parquetry top set on a carved central pedestal base. View V
Archive VI A 19th-century hexagonal specimen wood table featuring a geometric optical illusion parquetry top set on a carved central pedestal base. View VI
Archive VII A 19th-century hexagonal specimen wood table featuring a geometric optical illusion parquetry top set on a carved central pedestal base. View VII
Archive VIII A 19th-century hexagonal specimen wood table featuring a geometric optical illusion parquetry top set on a carved central pedestal base. View VIII
Archive IX A 19th-century hexagonal specimen wood table featuring a geometric optical illusion parquetry top set on a carved central pedestal base. View IX
Archive X A 19th-century hexagonal specimen wood table featuring a geometric optical illusion parquetry top set on a carved central pedestal base. View X
Archive XI A 19th-century hexagonal specimen wood table featuring a geometric optical illusion parquetry top set on a carved central pedestal base. View XI
Archive XII A 19th-century hexagonal specimen wood table featuring a geometric optical illusion parquetry top set on a carved central pedestal base. View XII
Archive XIII A 19th-century hexagonal specimen wood table featuring a geometric optical illusion parquetry top set on a carved central pedestal base. View XIII
Archive XIV A 19th-century hexagonal specimen wood table featuring a geometric optical illusion parquetry top set on a carved central pedestal base. View XIV
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Hempnall Green
Norfolk
NR15 2NR
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A 19th-century hexagonal specimen wood table featuring a geometric optical illusion parquetry top set on a carved central pedestal base.
Fine Jamaican Specimen Wood Table Att. to Ralph Turnbull
Ref: SA1238643
A 19th-century hexagonal specimen wood table featuring a geometric optical illusion parquetry top set on a carved central pedestal base.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectOccasional Tables
  • Period19th century
  • Style19th Century Colonial
  • MaterialMahogany, Native Hardwoods, Satinwood, Ebony
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsTumbling block parquetry, Hexagonal top, Carved tripod base, Geometric border
  • SizeH 75 cm (30 in) x W 81.5 cm (32 in) x D 81.5 cm (32 in)

FAQs

A specimen wood table is a decorative furniture piece designed to feature multiple distinct timber varieties arranged in decorative geometric parquetry or marquetry patterns, often showcasing native or exotic wood species.

These tables are traditionally constructed using a solid timber frame, such as mahogany, surfaced with thin veneers of various contrasting woods like satinwood, rosewood, and ebony arranged in patterns such as tumbling blocks or starbursts.

Authentic 19th-century pieces feature hand-cut timber veneers showing minor natural movement, traditional joinery techniques beneath the top, historical surface oxidisation, and hand-carved details on the pedestal or legs.

A specimen wood table serves as an architectural accent piece when placed in an entryway, library, or drawing room corner, paired alongside refined minimalist lighting or contemporary artwork to highlight the complex woodwork.

Dust the surface regularly with a soft, lint-free cloth and apply high-grade beeswax sparingly to protect the wood. Keep the piece away from direct sunlight, radiators, and sudden humidity fluctuations to prevent veneer lift.
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