Metamorphic Lectern Side Table C.1840

Name: Metamorphic Lectern Side Table C.1840
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA931760
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by Collinge Antiques

Description

Ingenious mid 19th.c. mahogany metamorphic side table c.1840. Single piece solid mahogany table top with a thumb moulded edge. The top is hinged to become a slope with a folding support behind and a raised lip with brass page stays (neatly stored below the top when not in use) can be inserted to hold a book or papers. The top is also height adjustable from 28" - 52", ideal as a lectern or music stand. Unusually it also retains the two original paddle-shaped candle stands at the sides. On a telescopic pedestal with original locking screw within an octagonal section column with a moulded base. Raised on a shaped plinth and turned bun feet. Some obvious old wear and scratches to the top. Otherwise excellent colour and condition, sturdy and useable. Cleaned and waxed in our workshops.

Dimensions: Width 22½" Height 28" - 52" Depth 16".

Physical Dimensions

Height

71cm (27.95")

Width

57cm (22.44")

Depth

41cm (16.14")

Declaration

Collinge Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA931760

Dealers Internal Reference

36060

Dealers Notes

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Description

Ingenious mid 19th.c. mahogany metamorphic side table c.1840. Single piece solid mahogany table top with a thumb moulded edge.

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The top is hinged to become a slope with a folding support behind and a raised lip with brass page stays (neatly stored below the top when not in use) can be inserted to hold a book or papers.

Collinge Antiques

The top is also height adjustable from 28" - 52", ideal as a lectern or music stand. Unusually it also retains the two original paddle-shaped candle stands at the sides. On a telescopic pedestal with original locking screw within an octagonal section column with a moulded base. Raised on a shaped plinth and turned bun feet. Some obvious old wear and scratches to the top. Otherwise excellent colour and condition, sturdy and useable. Cleaned and waxed in our workshops.

Dimensions: Width 22½" Height 28" - 52" Depth 16".