Edwardian Mahogany Centre Table 1900 - 1920

Name: Edwardian Mahogany Octagonal Centre Table
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA938651
Price: 180 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectOccasional Tables
Period1900 - 1920
StyleEdwardian
MaterialMahogany, Brass
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsOctagonal top, Cabriole legs, Square undertier, Brass castors
SizeH 74 cm (29 in) x W 66 cm (26 in) x D 66 cm (26 in)

This Edwardian mahogany centre table dates from 1900 and exemplifies English country house style. The piece presents a warm brown finish across its polished wooden surfaces, featuring an octagonal top supported by shaped cabriole legs and fitted with brass castors and a lower square undertier shelf. Standing 74 cm high with a width and depth of 66 cm, the table occupies a practical footprint suited to domestic interiors. Placed in a hallway or drawing room, it provides a functional surface for lamps, books or decorative objects. The solid construction and compact proportions allow the table to sit comfortably in the middle of a room or against a wall, making it a versatile addition to traditional living spaces.

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An Edwardian centre table is an occasional table produced during the reign of King Edward VII (19011910). Designed to stand freely in the middle of a parlour, foyer, or drawing room, these tables typically feature symmetrical geometric tops, lighter proportions than earlier Victorian designs, and polished hardwoods such as mahogany or walnut.

Edwardian furniture makers predominantly used solid mahogany, rosewood, and satinwood, often adorned with ebony or boxwood stringing. Legs were frequently turned or carved into cabriole shapes, and tables were often fitted with lower undertier shelves for added stability and brass castors for mobility.

Authentic Edwardian tables display refined craftsmanship, including hand-finished timber surfaces, delicate grain patterns, and hand-fitted brass castors on the feet. Look for lighter construction techniques compared to heavy Victorian pieces, alongside characteristic features like octagonal or oval tops and swept stretchers connecting a central undertier.

An octagonal centre table works effectively as a focal point in an entry hall, a bay window, or as an occasional side table beside living room seating. Display a single ceramic vase, stacked art books, or a table lamp on the upper surface while leaving the lower undertier largely clear to maintain visual lightness.

Preserve the finish by dusting regularly with a soft, lint-free cloth and applying a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year in the direction of the wood grain. Keep the table away from direct sunlight, radiators, and high humidity to prevent timber shrinkage, warping, or fading of the original patina.

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