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Late C19th/early C20th Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany Centre Table of Unusual Form.
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for sale €1,404     $1,524
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Late C19th/early C20th Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany Centre Table of Unusual Form.

1900 - 1920
For Sale by M Lees and Sons
Description

Late C19th/early C20th Edwardian inlaid mahogany centre table of unusual form . High quality octagonal centre table of Moorish influence and unusual form and format . Eight-sided 2-tier table with floral/arabesque and urn-inlaid marquetry panels to all sides, satinwood cross-banded and marquetry-inlaid central motif to top. Raised on box-wood inlaid tapering and faceted legs with box-wood inlaid Moorish-style arcading above . Fitted with one full-width oak-lined drawer with lock and key and fitted two opposing hinged cupboards to the frieze. The lower platform base with satinwood cross-banded inlay and box-wood strung edge. The octagonal top with moulded edges.

This rare form table takes it's design influence from the highly-fashionable Moorish and Eastern taste of the period , but clearly English-made in a top quality cabinet-makers' workshop.

Possibly by the likes of 'Collinson & Lock' , 'Edwards & Roberts' or 'James Shoolbred & Co.' of London ,though unmarked or stamped.

In excellent original condition , with no losses , damage or repairs.

Cleaned and waxed in our workshops.

H 28"

W 20"

D 20"

England c.1900

Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated this Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany Table to the Edwardian era.

Independent Date Guide ID 03862510
Dealer's Item DateEdwardian era
Sellingantiques DateEdwardian era
Sellingantiques agingItem 115-135 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE EDWARDIAN ERA:
Fine dovetails on the oak drawer sides: late Victorian or Edwardian cabinet work.
Sand-shaded marquetry with engraved pen-work: decorative methods standard in turn-of-the-century workshops.
Moorish shaped arching below the frieze: fashionable Anglo-oriental styling around 1900.
Mellowed colour and faint surface wear around the moulded edges: honest handling.

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
70cm (27.56")
Width
50cm (19.69")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA408930
Dealers Internal Reference
ML166
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 C19th/early C20th Edwardian inlaid mahogany centre table of unusual form . High quality octagonal centre table of Moorish influence and unusual form and format .
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Eight-sided 2-tier table with floral/arabesque and urn-inlaid marquetry panels to all sides, satinwood cross-banded and marquetry-inlaid central motif to top.
M Lees and Sons

Raised on box-wood inlaid tapering and faceted legs with box-wood inlaid Moorish-style arcading above . Fitted with one full-width oak-lined drawer with lock and key and fitted two opposing hinged cupboards to the frieze. The lower platform base with satinwood cross-banded inlay and box-wood strung edge. The octagonal top with moulded edges.

fig 1. An octagonal Edwardian mahogany centre table featuring inlaid classical urn marquetry, a front cupboard door, a lower shelf, and slender tapered legs.
fig 1. Late C19th/early C20th Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany Centre Table of Unusual Form.

This rare form table takes it's design influence from the highly-fashionable Moorish and Eastern taste of the period , but clearly English-made in a top quality cabinet-makers' workshop.

Possibly by the likes of 'Collinson & Lock' , 'Edwards & Roberts' or 'James Shoolbred & Co.' of London ,though unmarked or stamped.

In excellent original condition , with no losses , damage or repairs.

Cleaned and waxed in our workshops.

H 28"

W 20"

D 20"

England c.1900

Date of Manufacture

M Lees and Sons has dated this Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany Table to the Edwardian era.

Independent Date Report ID 03862510
Dealer's Item DateEdwardian era
Sellingantiques datingEdwardian era
Sellingantiques agingItem 115-135 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the Edwardian era:
Fine dovetails on the oak drawer sides: late Victorian or Edwardian cabinet work.
Sand-shaded marquetry with engraved pen-work: decorative methods standard in turn-of-the-century workshops.
Moorish shaped arching below the frieze: fashionable Anglo-oriental styling around 1900.
Mellowed colour and faint surface wear around the moulded edges: honest handling.

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
70cm (27.56")
Width
50cm (19.69")
Depth
50cm (19.69")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA408930
Dealers Internal Ref
ML166
M Lees and Sons
M Lees and Sons
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2013

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

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Trade Associations

M Lees and Sons is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Archive I An octagonal Edwardian mahogany centre table featuring inlaid classical urn marquetry, a front cupboard door, a lower shelf, and slender tapered legs.

Late C19th/early C20th Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany Centre Table of Unusual Form.

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M Lees and Sons

M Lees and Sons
Telephone 07860 826218 or 01905 26620
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Tower House
1 Castle Place
Severn St
Worcester
WR1 2NB
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Feb 2013
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An octagonal Edwardian mahogany centre table featuring inlaid classical urn marquetry, a front cupboard door, a lower shelf, and slender tapered legs.
Late C19th/early C20th Edwardian inlaid mahogany centre table of unusual form.
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  • ObjectOccasional Tables
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialMahogany, Satinwood, Boxwood
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsUrn marquetry, Satinwood stringing, Octagonal form, Lower tier
  • SizeH 70 cm (28 in) x W 50 cm (20 in) x D 50 cm (20 in)

An Edwardian inlaid mahogany centre table of octagonal form, dating from the late 19th or early 20th century. The piece exhibits warm brown timber tones, detailed satinwood cross-banding, boxwood stringing, and elaborate floral, arabesque, and classical urn marquetry panels across all eight sides. Architectural detailing includes Moorish-style arcading above slender tapered legs, a moulded top edge, and a lower platform shelf with cross-banded inlay. A single cupboard door with a keyhole sits in the frieze. Measuring 70 cm high, 50 cm wide, and 50 cm deep, the table provides a practical surface for display. Suitable for placement in an empty corner or as a central accent piece in a living room, study, or hallway, the table brings refined English country house character to traditional and eclectic interiors. The lower tier offers additional storage or display space for books or decorative objects, while the compact footprint makes it adaptable for various domestic settings. The surface carries a clean, waxed finish that highlights the grain of the mahogany and the precision of the marquetry work.

FAQs

Edwardian inlaid furniture, produced between roughly 1901 and 1910, is characterised by lightweight, graceful forms inspired by 18th-century Sheraton and Hepplewhite designs. Common features include neoclassical marquetry motifs such as urns, scrollwork, and satinwood stringing set into polished mahogany timbers.

Tables from this period primary utilise mahogany for the framework due to its stable structure and fine grain. Decorative marquetry and stringing incorporate contrasting timbers such as satinwood, boxwood, and rosewood set into veneer panels.

Authentic pieces display precise veneer work with faint natural aging, period-appropriate brass or steel key escutcheons, and signs of slight timber shrinkage near frame joints. Hand-finished undersides and subtle wear on lower tiers or leg bases also indicate genuine period construction.

Place the table as an accent piece in an entryway, bay window, or living room corner to draw attention to the inlaid detail. Contrast the rich mahogany against contemporary neutral walls and minimize tabletop clutter to keep the marquetry pattern visible.

Position the piece away from direct sunlight and heat sources to avoid veneer lifting or wood movement. Dust routine surfaces with a dry microfiber cloth and apply a thin layer of natural beeswax polish annually, buffing along the grain.
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