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An Antique Mahogany Occasional Table with Adjustable Reading Stand
Culvertons
for sale €673     $730
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An Antique Mahogany Occasional Table with Adjustable Reading Stand

19th century
For Sale by Culvertons
Description

This attractive and versatile mahogany table (Circa 1835) shows, if chosen well, how furniture from this period can compliment and enhance contemporary & period homes. Its simple but elegant design and subtle inlaid black line decoration screams restraint, perfect for today's interiors. In lovely original condition and after minimal and sensitive restoration this antique occasional or reading table is ready to be used and enjoyed.

Maximum measurements of this table -

Side flaps extended - 85 cm

Reading stand ratcheted to its highest point - 109 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
61cm (24.02")
Depth
37cm (14.57")
Declaration

Culvertons has dated this Mahogany Adjustable Reading Table to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA779522
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Whenever possible Culvertons undertake the carriage of items within London and the home counties. Professional, competitive and trusted couriers and shipping companies are engaged for deliveries for the remainder of our customers. Smaller items, when instructed, will be carefully parcelled and securely sent by the carrier.

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Description
This attractive and versatile mahogany table (Circa 1835) shows, if chosen well, how furniture from this period can compliment and enhance contemporary & period homes.
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Its simple but elegant design and subtle inlaid black line decoration screams restraint, perfect for today's interiors.
Culvertons

In lovely original condition and after minimal and sensitive restoration this antique occasional or reading table is ready to be used and enjoyed.

Maximum measurements of this table -

Side flaps extended - 85 cm

Reading stand ratcheted to its highest point - 109 cm

Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
61cm (24.02")
Depth
37cm (14.57")
Date of Manufacture

Culvertons has dated this Mahogany Adjustable Reading Table to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA779522
Culvertons
Culvertons
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Surrey
RH4 1BU
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An antique mahogany occasional table featuring a ratcheted reading top, pull-out side slides, a drawer with wooden knobs, and splayed legs with a turned stretcher.
An antique mahogany occasional table with adjustable reading stand
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An antique reading table is a specialized form of occasional table designed with a hinged or ratcheted surface that elevates to support books or documents at an ergonomic angle. Popular during the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, these tables often incorporate extendable side slides for holding candles or writing implements.

Georgian and Regency reading tables were typically crafted from solid woods such as mahogany, rosewood, or walnut. Construction features include hand-cut dovetail joints on drawers, brass hinges, hand-turned stretchers, and mechanical wooden ratchets beneath the tabletop.

Authentic period examples display signs of hand-craftsmanship, including irregular dovetail joints, original brass hardware, and natural wear along the wooden ratchet mechanism. The underside of the timber often shows historic saw marks and an unpolished finish consistent with period joinery.

An antique reading table functions effectively as a side table beside a armchair, a bedside table, or a decorative display piece in a hall. Its slim proportions and functional design allow it to integrate into both traditional library settings and modern eclectic spaces.

Preserve mahogany surfaces by dusting regularly with a soft, dry lint-free cloth and applying a natural beeswax polish twice a year along the wood grain. Keep the table away from direct sunlight and artificial heat sources to prevent the timber from warping or splitting.
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