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Late C18th George III Period Mahogany Tripod-base Table of Unusual Format.
For sale by M Lees and Sons
for sale €1,463     $1,588
£1,250
M Lees and Sons

M Lees and Sons

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    M.lees & sons , 'tower house' , severn st., worcester wr12nb tel . 07860826218
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Late C18th George III Period Mahogany Tripod-base Table of Unusual Format.

18th century
For Sale by M Lees and Sons
Description

Late C18th George III period mahogany tripod-base table of unusual format.

Square-topped tripod table fitted with a cedar-lined single drawer , probably conceived as a work-table . The single-piece top has achieved a wonderful faded, mellow colour , whilst the baluster turned column stem and tripod legs retain a richer patina.

'Scratch' cock-beading to the drawer-front , fitted with a lock and a later round knob-pull. Well-shaped supports onto pad feet.

Original condition and patination.

H 27"

Top 12" sq.

Drawer 5" deep.

England c.1770

Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated this George III Tripod Table to the 1750s.

Independent Date Guide ID 03061444
Dealer's Item Date1750s
Sellingantiques Date1750s
Sellingantiques agingItem 235-270 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1750s:
Fine hand-cut dovetails with slender pins: cabinet work before 1800.
Scratch-beaded edge around the drawer front: Georgian drawer construction.
Solid single-board mahogany top: typical 18th-century timber cut.
Baluster-turned pillar on cabriole tripod legs: classic mid-to-late George III form.

This Independent Date Guide was compiled by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. It works only from the photographs shown on this page and is never told the date the dealer has declared. It is a guide, not a guarantee of age, and occasional errors can occur.

Physical Dimensions
Height
68.5801cm (27.00")
Width
30.4801cm (12.00")
Depth
30.4801cm (12.00")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA294492
Dealers Internal Reference
MLS 146
Dealers Notes

Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .

Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .

Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .

All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees & Sons .

If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance . Our inventory on the website Selling Antiques .co.uk showcases our range of stock, whilst more items are available to view on our website. Please visit us on:

www.leesantiquesworcester.com.

Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218

Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.

Description
Late C18th George III period mahogany tripod-base table of unusual format.
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Square-topped tripod table fitted with a cedar-lined single drawer , probably conceived as a work-table.
M Lees and Sons

. The single-piece top has achieved a wonderful faded, mellow colour , whilst the baluster turned column stem and tripod legs retain a richer patina.

fig 1. A late eighteenth-century George III mahogany tripod table with a rectangular drawer box resting on a turned stem and cabriole legs.
fig 1. Late C18th George III Period Mahogany Tripod-base Table of Unusual Format.

'Scratch' cock-beading to the drawer-front , fitted with a lock and a later round knob-pull. Well-shaped supports onto pad feet.

Original condition and patination.

H 27"

Top 12" sq.

Drawer 5" deep.

England c.1770

Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated this George III Tripod Table to the 1750s.

Independent Date Report ID 03061444
Dealer's Item Date1750s
Sellingantiques dating1750s
Sellingantiques agingItem 235-270 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1750s:
Fine hand-cut dovetails with slender pins: cabinet work before 1800.
Scratch-beaded edge around the drawer front: Georgian drawer construction.
Solid single-board mahogany top: typical 18th-century timber cut.
Baluster-turned pillar on cabriole tripod legs: classic mid-to-late George III form.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
68.5801cm (27.00")
Width
30.4801cm (12.00")
Depth
30.4801cm (12.00")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA294492
Dealers Internal Ref
MLS 146
M Lees and Sons
M Lees and Sons
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2013

M.lees & sons , 'tower house' , severn st., worcester wr12nb tel . 07860826218

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the M Lees and Sons Profile Page

Trade Associations

M Lees and Sons is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Archive I A late eighteenth-century George III mahogany tripod table with a rectangular drawer box resting on a turned stem and cabriole legs.

Late C18th George III Period Mahogany Tripod-base Table of Unusual Format.

Archive II A late eighteenth-century George III mahogany tripod table with a rectangular drawer box resting on a turned stem and cabriole legs. View II
Archive III A late eighteenth-century George III mahogany tripod table with a rectangular drawer box resting on a turned stem and cabriole legs. View III
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Archive VI A late eighteenth-century George III mahogany tripod table with a rectangular drawer box resting on a turned stem and cabriole legs. View VI
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M Lees and Sons

M Lees and Sons
Telephone 07860 826218 or 01905 26620
Location
Tower House
1 Castle Place
Severn St
Worcester
WR1 2NB
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/mleesandsons
Verified Since Feb 2013
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A late eighteenth-century George III mahogany tripod table with a rectangular drawer box resting on a turned stem and cabriole legs.
Late C18th George III period mahogany tripod-base table of unusual format.
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  • ObjectOccasional Tables
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorge III
  • MaterialMahogany
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsTurned baluster stem, Cabriole tripod legs, Pad feet, Rectangular box drawer
  • SizeH 68.5801 cm (27 in) x W 30.4801 cm (12 in) x D 30.4801 cm (12 in)

This George III period occasional table dates from the late eighteenth century and comes in an unusual format with a square top and a single drawer. The mahogany timber displays a warm brown colour with a faded, mellow top and a richer patina on the turned baluster stem and tripod legs. Details include scratch cock-beading on the drawer-front, a lock with a keyhole escutcheon, a later round wooden knob-pull, and well-shaped cabriole legs terminating in pad feet. The piece stands 68.5801 cm high with a top measuring 30.4801 cm square and a drawer 12.7 cm deep. Position this table at the end of a sofa or beside an armchair in a sitting room to serve drinks, hold a reading lamp, or store small items in the cedar-lined drawer. The traditional English Country House style suits period drawing rooms, studies, or hallways, while the compact footprint fits narrow spaces where surface area is needed without bulk. The tripod base provides stability on carpets or hard flooring while maintaining a light visual profile against upholstery or panelled walls.

FAQs

George III tripod tables, produced between 1760 and 1820, are characterized by a central turned baluster column resting on three cabriole legs. These pieces were designed for flexibility and ease of movement in eighteenth-century English living spaces.

Cabinetmakers primarily utilised Cuban and West Indian mahogany for its strength, dense grain, and rich colour. Construction techniques involved hand-cut dovetails, turned columns, and solid timber tops or box structures.

Authentic pieces feature signs of age such as uneven hand-planed surfaces, hand-cut dovetail joinery in drawer construction, natural timber shrinkage over time, and original iron or brass underside fittings.

Position the piece as an occasional side table beside an armchair, within a reading nook, or in a fireplace alcove to provide functional surface area while incorporating historical texture into a modern design scheme.

Apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year using a soft cloth, buffing along the grain. Keep the item away from direct heat sources and damp areas to prevent wood movement and finish deterioration.
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