Early C19th Regency Period Mahogany Fold-over Top Tea-table on 'Lyre' End Supports.

Early C19th Regency period mahogany fold-over tea-table on 'lyre' end supports.

Fine quality mahogany fold-over and swivel top d-shaped table raised on stylised lyre-shaped end supports joined by a turned stretcher . The carved downswept feet terminating in finely-cast brass claw castors .

The friezes of the table with finely-reeded mouldings creating reserves and panels . The edges of the folding top with reeded edges . The top swivels and folds to reveal a panelled void below for storage.

An elegant and stylish table drawing it's design from the re-visited classical cultures of the Regency period , with the lyre associated with classical music and poetry of the gods of Ancient Greece and Rome.

In excellent original condition, has been cleaned and waxed in our workshops. The high-grade mahogany of a rich consistent patina and colour .Minor historic marks and blemishes, commensurate with age and use. Flat top with no warps or distortion.

H 28"

W 34"

D 17"

England c.1820

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 .

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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:

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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.