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Mahogany Tripod Table.
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Mahogany Tripod Table.

18th century
For Sale by A and B Antiques
Description

Georgian mahogany tripod table.

Good Georgian 1780s

Plumb pudding mahogany tilt top tripod table with finely turned column

supported on fine tapering cabriole legs.

I have removed old, discoloured polish from the top then resealed with shellac

polish and wax finished to semi matt finish. The base has been waxed back to warm glow

This piece will be supplied with wax enabling finish to be

built up to warm glow.

The images have a light haze across the top the top is more vibrant than shown in images

image two is closer to real colour

All in excellent condition throughout.

H 72cm W78cm D72cm £425

This piece will undergo a further waxing before delivery making sure this

piece arrives to you at its best.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact

me Stephen Alexander 07525494275

Physical Dimensions
Height
72cm (28.35")
Width
78cm (30.71")
Depth
79cm (31.10")
Declaration

A and B Antiques has dated this Mahogany Tripod Tilt Table to the Georgian era.

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SA1239842
Description
Georgian mahogany tripod table.

Good Georgian 1780s

Plumb pudding mahogany tilt top tripod table with finely turned column

supported on fine tapering cabriole legs.

I have removed old, discoloured polish from the top then resealed with shellac

fig 1. A mahogany tilt-top tripod table shown with its top positioned vertically, revealing a turned central column and cabriole legs.
fig 1. Mahogany Tripod Table.

polish and wax finished to semi matt finish. The base has been waxed back to warm glow

This piece will be supplied with wax enabling finish to be

built up to warm glow.

The images have a light haze across the top the top is more vibrant than shown in images

fig 2. A mahogany tilt-top tripod table shown with its top positioned vertically, revealing a turned central column and cabriole legs.
fig 2. Mahogany Tripod Table.

image two is closer to real colour

All in excellent condition throughout.

H 72cm W78cm D72cm £425

This piece will undergo a further waxing before delivery making sure this

piece arrives to you at its best.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact

me Stephen Alexander 07525494275

Height
72cm (28.35")
Width
78cm (30.71")
Depth
79cm (31.10")
Date of Manufacture

A and B Antiques has dated this Mahogany Tripod Tilt Table to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1239842
A and B Antiques
A and B Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2014

Useful pieces short of space hide a corner cupboard in an unused corner .

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Archive I A mahogany tilt-top tripod table shown with its top positioned vertically, revealing a turned central column and cabriole legs.

Mahogany Tripod Table.

Archive II A mahogany tilt-top tripod table shown with its top positioned vertically, revealing a turned central column and cabriole legs. View II
Archive III A mahogany tilt-top tripod table shown with its top positioned vertically, revealing a turned central column and cabriole legs. View III
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A mahogany tilt-top tripod table shown with its top positioned vertically, revealing a turned central column and cabriole legs.
Mahogany tripod table.
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  • ObjectSide Tables
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialMahogany
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsTilt-top mechanism, Turned pedestal shaft, Cabriole legs, Pad feet
  • SizeH 72 cm (28 in) x W 78 cm (31 in) x D 79 cm (31 in)

This Georgian mahogany side table exemplifies classic English country house style with a warm brown tilt-top mechanism and a distinctive plum pudding timber grain. The circular top is supported by a finely turned central pedestal shaft that flows down into three slender, tapering cabriole legs terminating in smooth pad feet. The restored surface reveals a semi-matt shellac polish and a wax finish that highlights the rich natural tones of the wood. Measuring 72 cm high, 78 cm wide, and 79 cm deep, the table offers versatile placement options within domestic interiors. In a modern home, this practical piece functions ideally in an empty corner, hallway, or living room space. The tilt-top mechanism allows the table to stand upright when not in use, conserving floor space while displaying the decorative timber grain. The traditional tripod base provides sturdy support, making the table suitable for holding lamps, books, or decorative items when lowered into its horizontal position. The combination of period craftsmanship and functional design ensures the table integrates seamlessly into both traditional and contemporary room settings.

FAQs

Emerging in the 18th century, tilt-top tripod tables feature a circular or oval top mounted on a central pillar with three cabriole legs, designed to snap vertically for space-saving storage against a wall when not in use.

Authentic examples were typically constructed from solid mahogany or walnut, featuring turned central shafts, hand-dovetailed catch mechanisms, and pad or claw-and-ball feet.

Look for hand-cut dovetails on the block mechanism, original iron or brass latches beneath the tabletop, and hand-planing marks or slight dimensional shrinkage across the wood grain.

Positioned beside an armchair as an occasional drink surface, or displayed with the top tilted vertically in a room corner to showcase the grain and figure of the timber.

Keep the timber away from direct heat sources to prevent warping, clean with a dry microfibre cloth, and apply a high-quality beeswax polish annually along the direction of the grain.
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