How do I care for antique marquetry surfaces?

Keep wooden tables away from direct sunlight and steady heat sources to prevent the veneers from drying out or lifting. Apply a microcrystalline wax periodically and buff gently with a soft cloth to protect the finish. Avoid using modern liquid polishes or silicone-based sprays, as these can penetrate hairline cracks in the old polish and damage the underlying timber and floral inlays over time.

What is the difference between a centre table and a side table?

A centre table is finished on all four sides because it was historically intended to stand free in the middle of a room. Side tables are generally finished primarily on the front and long sides to sit flat against a wall. Both forms frequently feature floral marquetry or painted decoration, but centre tables often command more intricate detail across the entire perimeter of the top.

How can I tell Victorian floral tables from Edwardian ones?

Victorian pieces usually employ heavier timbers like burr walnut and mahogany, accompanied by deep, rich tones and robust carving or dense marquetry. The floral motifs tend to be lush, naturalistic sprays covering the central tabletops. Edwardian furniture often favours lighter woods such as satinwood, displaying airier Sheraton Revival painted floral garlands and more restrained, elegant proportions suited to brighter drawing rooms.

Were these tables meant for everyday use?

Most antique tables served specific domestic functions, such as holding lamps, displaying porcelain, or accommodating card games and letter writing. While sturdy enough for light daily tasks, their aged surfaces require sensible precautions against moisture and heavy impacts. Using coasters and felt pads helps preserve the delicate floral veneers and polished finishes while allowing the furniture to remain an active part of a modern interior.

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An antique floral table brings together centuries of timber, brass, and hand-worked marquetry into a practical centrepiece for any room.

Antique Edwardian Mahogany Inlaid Occasional Hall Lamp Table Painted Top C1890

1900 - 1920

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Antique Edwardian Mahogany Inlaid Occasional Hall Lamp Table Painted Top C1890

From Lincoln Restorations

£595

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tables

19th century

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Victorian Brass Perfume Box

From John Howkins Antiques

£325

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boxes

19th century

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Antique Gilt Bronze & Samson Porcelain Centrepiece 19th Century

From Regent Antiques

£1,150

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ceramics

19th century

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Pair 19th Century Pierced Meissen Vases / Lamps

From Patrick Moorhead Antiques

£18,500

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lighting

Victorian Tiger Bamboo and Lacquered 2 Tier Sewing Table

19th century

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Victorian Tiger Bamboo and Lacquered 2 Tier Sewing Table

From Rupert Hitchcox Antiques

£435

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cabinets

19th century

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An Early 19th Century Porcelain French Mantle Clock. Circa 1840

From Frank Craig Antiques

£850

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clocks

19th century

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Floral Mahogany Cabinet C.1870

From Michael Johnson Antiques

£270

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cabinets

1900 - 1920

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French Marquetry Side Table

From Affordable Old Furniture

£550

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tables

1900 - 1920

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Antique Pair Porcelain Figurines

From The Antique Shop

£535

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ceramics

French Marquetry Inlaid Lady's Desk, 1890.

19th century

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French Marquetry Inlaid Lady's Desk, 1890.

From Patrick Moorhead Antiques

£16,500

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desks

Several pieces feature floral marquetry so detailed that individual tulip petals appear composed of distinct wood grains chosen to mimic natural shadows.

1900 - 1920

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Good Satinwood Painted Occasional Table

From Fernyhough Antiques Ltd

£495

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Early 20th-century Antique French Baccarat Frosted Glass Figurine Table Lamp

1900 - 1920

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Early 20th-century Antique French Baccarat Frosted Glass Figurine Table Lamp

From Artsonline

£570

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lighting

William and Mary Marquetry Side or Centre Table Circa 1690

17th century

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William and Mary Marquetry Side or Centre Table Circa 1690

From Park Lodge Antiques

£30,000

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tables

19th century

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19th Century French Louis XVI Style Silver Inlaid Centre Table.

From Patrick Moorhead Antiques

£5,800

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tables

1900 - 1920

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Queen Anne Style Walnut Stool

From Philip Hunt Antiques

£545

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stools

1900 - 1920

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Inlaid Kidney Shaped Lamp End Table

From John Howkins Antiques

£750

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Antique Floral Table

Antique Edwardian Mahogany Inlaid Occasional Hall Lamp Table Painted Top C1890

Victorian Brass Perfume Box

Antique Gilt Bronze & Samson Porcelain Centrepiece 19th Century

Pair 19th Century Pierced Meissen Vases / Lamps

Victorian Tiger Bamboo and Lacquered 2 Tier Sewing Table

An Early 19th Century Porcelain French Mantle Clock. Circa 1840

Floral Mahogany Cabinet C.1870

French Marquetry Side Table

Antique Pair Porcelain Figurines

French Marquetry Inlaid Lady's Desk, 1890.

Good Satinwood Painted Occasional Table

Early 20th-century Antique French Baccarat Frosted Glass Figurine Table Lamp

William and Mary Marquetry Side or Centre Table Circa 1690

19th Century French Louis XVI Style Silver Inlaid Centre Table.

Queen Anne Style Walnut Stool

Inlaid Kidney Shaped Lamp End Table

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