Antique George IV Mahogany Foldover Tea Table 18th Century

Name: Antique George IV Mahogany Foldover Tea Table
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA795588
Price: 1690 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectTea Tables
Period18th century
StyleGeorge IV
MaterialMahogany, Brass
ColourRich Brown
MotifsFoldover top, Cylindrical pedestal, Quadform base, Carved scroll feet
SizeH 75 cm (30 in) x W 91 cm (36 in) x D 45 cm (18 in)

This George IV mahogany foldover tea table dates from the Georgian period and has a rich brown colour with a high-polished finish. The rectangular swivel top opens to reveal a polished interior, sitting above a crossbanded cushion frieze decorated with deep foliate carvings at the corners and rounded front edges. The central cylindrical pedestal includes a ring-turned collar and meets a quadform base finished with acanthus-carved scroll feet mounted on original brass castors. The timber shows natural grain figuring and a warm patina. Measuring 75 cm high, 91 cm wide and 45 cm deep when closed, this compact occasional table functions well in a living room, hallway or study. Homeowners use it against a wall as a console or side table for holding lamps and ornaments, or open the top to serve drinks and host tea when entertaining guests.

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Popularised during the George IV and Regency eras of the 1820s, foldover tea tables were designed for formal entertaining in drawing rooms. Their dual-purpose construction allowed them to function as slim wall console tables when closed and open into larger square tables for serving tea or social card games.

These tables were predominantly constructed from solid mahogany and flame mahogany veneers, prized for their rich colour and structural stability. Secondary timber such as pine or oak was used for interior framing, while brass castors and metal swivel hinges enabled smooth movement and conversion.

Authentic pieces feature hand-cut dovetail joinery, hand-planed timber undersides, and natural wood shrinkage along the grain over time. Key design features of the George IV period include heavy central columns, quadform bases, and carved acanthus leaf or scroll feet on brass castors.

Position the table folded closed against an entryway wall or behind a sofa as a compact console table. Decorate the surface with a pair of table lamps or a ceramic vase, or unfold the top when additional surface area is required for hosting.

Dust the surface regularly with a dry, lint-free microfibre cloth and apply a natural beeswax polish annually to nourish the timber. Keep the furniture away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent wood warping, veneer lifting, and uneven fading.

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