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Fine 1880s Antique Ebonised Two Tier Occasional Table
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for sale €462     $502
£395
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Fine 1880s Antique Ebonised Two Tier Occasional Table

19th century
For Sale by A and B Antiques
Description

Fine 1880s Antique Ebonised two tier occasional table with cross stick bracing.

and excellent quality throughout solid mahogany occasional table in excellent

condition throughout retaining original revived finish.

H 64cm

W 67cm

D 67cm

£395.

A pre-delivery inspection, a final clean and wax will be undertaken to ensure this piece arrives to you at its very best. Should you have any questions or wish to discuss this item please call me Stephen Alexander on +44 (0) 7525 494 275.

Physical Dimensions
Height
64cm (25.20")
Width
67cm (26.38")
Depth
67cm (26.38")
Declaration

A and B Antiques has dated this Ebonised Octagonal Occasional Table to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA948606
Dealers Internal Reference
REF 167 LV
Description
Fine 1880s Antique Ebonised two tier occasional table with cross stick bracing.

and excellent quality throughout solid mahogany occasional table in excellent

condition throughout retaining original revived finish.

fig 1. An octagonal ebonised wood two-tier occasional table featuring turned legs, carved relief motifs, cross stretchers, and brass castors.
fig 1. Fine 1880s Antique Ebonised Two Tier Occasional Table

H 64cm

W 67cm

D 67cm

£395.

“
A pre-delivery inspection, a final clean and wax will be undertaken to ensure this piece arrives to you at its very best.
A and B Antiques

Should you have any questions or wish to discuss this item please call me Stephen Alexander on +44 (0) 7525 494 275.

Height
64cm (25.20")
Width
67cm (26.38")
Depth
67cm (26.38")
Date of Manufacture

A and B Antiques has dated this Ebonised Octagonal Occasional Table to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA948606
Dealers Internal Ref
REF 167 LV
A and B Antiques
A and B Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2014

Useful pieces short of space hide a corner cupboard in an unused corner .

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Archive I An octagonal ebonised wood two-tier occasional table featuring turned legs, carved relief motifs, cross stretchers, and brass castors.

Fine 1880s Antique Ebonised Two Tier Occasional Table

Archive II An octagonal ebonised wood two-tier occasional table featuring turned legs, carved relief motifs, cross stretchers, and brass castors. View II
Archive III An octagonal ebonised wood two-tier occasional table featuring turned legs, carved relief motifs, cross stretchers, and brass castors. View III
Archive IV An octagonal ebonised wood two-tier occasional table featuring turned legs, carved relief motifs, cross stretchers, and brass castors. View IV
Archive V An octagonal ebonised wood two-tier occasional table featuring turned legs, carved relief motifs, cross stretchers, and brass castors. View V
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Hampshire
United Kingdom
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An octagonal ebonised wood two-tier occasional table featuring turned legs, carved relief motifs, cross stretchers, and brass castors.
Fine 1880s Antique Ebonised two tier occasional table
Ref: SA948606
An octagonal ebonised wood two-tier occasional table featuring turned legs, carved relief motifs, cross stretchers, and brass castors.
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  • ObjectOccasional Tables
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian Aesthetic Movement
  • MaterialEbonised Wood, Brass
  • ColourEbonised Black
  • MotifsOctagonal top, Ring-turned legs, Carved patera details, Cross stretchers
  • SizeH 64 cm (25 in) x W 67 cm (26 in) x D 67 cm (26 in)

This Victorian occasional table dates from the 1880s, belonging to the Victorian Aesthetic Movement. Constructed from solid mahogany with an ebonised black finish, the piece has an octagonal top above a lower square tier. Visual details visible on the structure include ring-turned legs, carved patera motifs on the upper leg blocks, cross stretchers supporting the lower shelf, and small brass castors on the feet. The table measures 64 cm high, 67 cm wide, and 67 cm deep. Suitable for placement at the end of a sofa in a living room or reception space, this two-tier table provides display and storage surfaces. The design stands freely on a paved outdoor surface in the photograph, demonstrating its sturdy build and balanced proportions. The revived finish preserves the historical surface character while maintaining a clean, deep black presentation suitable for traditional and eclectic contemporary interiors alike.

FAQs

An ebonised occasional table is a small, portable item of accent furniture produced during the late 19th century, featuring a dark stained finish designed to simulate natural ebony. Popularised during the Aesthetic Movement, these pieces often feature geometric tops, turned supports, and lower display tiers.

Craftsmen typically used dense hardwoods such as beech, oak, or walnut, which were treated with iron dissolved in vinegar or dark wood stains to achieve the ebonised finish. Details frequently included brass castors, carved relief work, and turned wood spindles.

Authentic pieces exhibit true age-related wear where the underlying natural timber shows through rubbed edges. Look for period construction methods such as hand-cut joints, original brass castors, Anglo-Japanese stylistic details, and ring-turned legs.

Position the table beside contemporary seating to create a high-contrast focal point. The dark silhouette pairs effectively with modern neutral walls, while the lower tier provides space for displaying books or small ceramic objects.

Dust the surface regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and avoid using solvent-based cleaners that can strip the ebonised coating. Apply a high-grade clear beeswax polish sparingly once or twice a year to protect the timber and retain the surface sheen.
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