Antique Mahogany Folding Table 18th Century

Name: Antique Mahogany Folding Table
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1115231
Price: 585 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectOccasional Tables
Period18th century
StyleEdwardian
MaterialMahogany
ColourDark Brown
MotifsTurned supports, Curved legs, Semi-circular lower tier, S-scroll frame
SizeH 76 cm (30 in) x W 45 cm (18 in) x D 45 cm (18 in)

This Georgian occasional table uses dark brown mahogany with a polished timber finish throughout. The form incorporates a round top above an S-scroll frame and a lower semi-circular shelf, supported by turned uprights and outward-curving legs. Additional details visible include slender connecting stretchers beneath the top and above the base, shaped brackets joining the framework, and a hinged mechanism allowing the tiers to fold. Measuring 76 cm high, 45 cm wide, and 45 cm deep, this piece serves well in an empty corner of a living room, hallway, or study. Placed against a wall, it holds a reading lamp, small decorative items, or a plant while taking up minimal floor space. The compact footprint and tiered design provide practical surface display options in smaller domestic interior settings.

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An antique folding occasional table is a compact piece of furniture designed with hinged mechanisms, drop leaves, or swivelling tops to allow easy storage when not in use. Popular from the late 19th through the early 20th century, these versatile items were frequently utilised for serving tea, holding books, or displaying decorative objects.

Tables from this period were predominantly crafted from dense hardwoods such as mahogany, rosewood, or walnut, selected for their fine grain and stability. Construction often involved hand-carved turned uprights, brass hinges, and polished spirit finishes such as French polish.

Authentic period pieces display signs of historical craftsmanship, such as subtle hand-turned column details, original brass hardware with slight patination, and irregular underside tooling marks. Natural wood shrinkage over time and authentic surface oxidation under the grain also distinguish genuine antiques from modern reproductions.

A slender folding table works effectively as a compact accent piece in tight spaces such as hallways, alcoves, or beside seating areas. It can be paired with modern ceramic vessels, small table lamps, or minimalist botanical arrangements to create a balanced contrast between historical timber and contemporary decor.

Maintain mahogany timber by dusting regularly with a soft, lint-free cloth along the direction of the grain. To preserve the finish, apply a high-quality beeswax polish sparingly once or twice a year, avoiding aerosol cleaners, direct sunlight, and placement near central heating sources.

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