How do I care for an antique veneer table?

Keep these tables away from direct sunlight and strong heat sources to prevent the natural glues beneath the veneer from drying out and lifting. Regular dusting with a soft, dry cloth maintains the polished finish without requiring heavy chemical polishes. Avoid placing damp items directly onto the polished wood surface to prevent water rings from forming on the delicate grain layers.

What periods do these tables cover?

The pieces available span from the seventeenth century through the Georgian, Regency, Victorian and Edwardian eras, extending into nineteen-thirties Art Deco designs. Each period brings distinct timber choices, ranging from early walnut and laburnum to exotic amboyna, kingwood and chrome combinations. Art Deco versions often feature dramatic sunburst veneers and geometric forms, while nineteenth-century examples frequently showcase flame mahogany and elaborate specimen wood inlays.

Where were these tables used originally?

These tables served various domestic functions depending on their form, including dining rooms, drawing rooms, home offices and bedrooms. Smaller items like bedside tables and occasional tables provided convenient surfaces for lamps and personal belongings. Centre tables and console tables stood in reception halls and living spaces as decorative display pieces, while larger dining tables accommodated formal meals.