Where should I put an eighteenth century side table?

These tables fit naturally in entrance halls, living rooms or alongside seating where surface space is required for lamps or decorative objects. Their modest depth allows them to sit comfortably against walls without obstructing walkways. Choose a spot that protects older timbers and polished finishes from direct sunlight and fluctuating heat sources. Smaller formats such as wine tables or lowboys adapt easily to tight corners and alcoves.

How do I identify a George III side table?

George III pieces typically display classic proportions influenced by architectural standards, utilising materials like mahogany or satinwood with refined joinery. Look for characteristic traits such as straight or tapered legs, subtle stringing, and well-executed drawer dovetails. Checking the secondary woods inside the drawers helps confirm the period of construction. Regional pieces from the same era often feature sturdier oak construction and simpler outlines.

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

A lowboy is a specific form of small side table characterised by a low height and one, two or three drawers integrated into the frieze. They function primarily for storage and personal grooming in bedrooms or parlours. General side tables encompass a broader range of designs, including console tables, Pembroke tables and serving surfaces without drawer configurations. Both types share eighteenth-century domestic origins.

Can I use an antique Pembroke table every day?

Pembroke tables handle normal daily use well, provided hinges and drop-leaf supports receive gentle treatment. Their folding leaves make them adaptable as occasional desks or small dining surfaces. Avoid overloading the drop leaves and use coasters to protect polished wood surfaces from moisture and heat. Regular waxing maintains the moisture balance of the timber.

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An eighteenth century side table brings practical surface space and architectural presence to a hallway, sitting room or bedroom.

Antique Silver Display Table, English, Tilt-top, Occasional, Reception, Georgian

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Antique Silver Display Table, English, Tilt-top, Occasional, Reception, Georgian

From London Fine Antiques

£2,950

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18th century

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English Lamp Table

From Arcadia Antiques

£1,100

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18th century

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18th Century Italian Painted Console Table

From Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd

£4,500

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1900 - 1920

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Antique Mahogany Dumb Waiter

From Deva Antiques

£285

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Fine Quality Antique Inlaid Mahogany Pembroke Table

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Fine Quality Antique Inlaid Mahogany Pembroke Table

From London City Antiques

£1,685

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Georgian Mahogany Side Hall Table

From Church Street Antiques & Interiors

£1,350

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19th century

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Georgian Mahogany Side Table

From Harrison Antique Furniture

£790

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18th century

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Georgian Pembroke Lamp Table

From Millers Antiques

£750

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Antique Display Table, English, Walnut, Tilt Top, Hallway, Occasional, Georgian

18th century

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Antique Display Table, English, Walnut, Tilt Top, Hallway, Occasional, Georgian

From London Fine Antiques

£1,495

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18th century

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Pair of 18th Century Italian Kingwood and Walnut Console Tables

From Lee Wright Antiques & Interiors Ltd

£7,800

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Listings feature eighteenth-century side tables spanning the Georgian, Regency and Victorian eras, constructed in mahogany, oak, walnut and satinwood.

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George III Mahogany Demi-lune Tea Table

From Church Street Antiques & Interiors

£1,150

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George III Mahogany Hepplewhite Side Table / Console Table

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George III Mahogany Hepplewhite Side Table / Console Table

From Gary Wright Antiques Ltd

£3,700

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Antique Mahogany Georgian Round Tiered Side Table Buffet Server Stand

19th century

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Antique Mahogany Georgian Round Tiered Side Table Buffet Server Stand

From London City Antiques

£1,285

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19th century

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Walnut Lowboy

From Shackladys Antiques

£1,875

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18th century

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Eighteenth Century Wine Table

From The Fine Art Fund

£350

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19th century

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Antique Sycamore and Ash Tripod Table

From Antique and Unique

£475

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Eighteenth Century Side Table

Antique Silver Display Table, English, Tilt-top, Occasional, Reception, Georgian

English Lamp Table

18th Century Italian Painted Console Table

Antique Mahogany Dumb Waiter

Fine Quality Antique Inlaid Mahogany Pembroke Table

Georgian Mahogany Side Hall Table

Georgian Mahogany Side Table

Georgian Pembroke Lamp Table

Antique Display Table, English, Walnut, Tilt Top, Hallway, Occasional, Georgian

Pair of 18th Century Italian Kingwood and Walnut Console Tables

George III Mahogany Demi-lune Tea Table

George III Mahogany Hepplewhite Side Table / Console Table

Antique Mahogany Georgian Round Tiered Side Table Buffet Server Stand

Walnut Lowboy

Eighteenth Century Wine Table

Antique Sycamore and Ash Tripod Table

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