How do I use a low Victorian table today?

These tables sit comfortably in front of a sofa to hold books, drinks, and lamps. Their low stature mirrors modern living requirements despite their nineteenth-century origins. Ensure the surface finish is protected against moisture if used daily for cups and glasses. Regular waxing keeps the timber nourished and maintains the sheen on polished walnut or mahogany.

Are these tables originally this low?

Many tables on this page started life as taller occasional, centre, or wine tables that were subsequently lowered. Cabinet makers or later restorers reduced the height to suit contemporary coffee table proportions. Examine the legs for signs of alteration where the timber was cut down. Original low pieces such as stools and certain tray tables retain their factory height.

What is Anglo-Indian furniture?

Anglo-Indian furniture refers to pieces made in India by local craftsmen for British colonial residents or for export to the UK market. They combine traditional Indian carving techniques with European furniture forms. These items frequently feature dense floral carving and intricate bone or ivory inlay on dense hardwoods like teak and padauk.

How do I distinguish walnut from mahogany?

Walnut displays a warmer, golden-brown hue with prominent dark grain figuring, especially in burr variations. Mahogany tends to be darker, ranging from a deep reddish-brown to a rich crimson tone. Closer inspection of the pores reveals that walnut has a slightly coarser grain structure, whilst mahogany shows fine parallel lines and ribbon figures.

Search 0

4,004 PAGES BROWSED TODAY PAGES TODAY • 0 ANTIQUES UPLOADED TODAYNEW ARRIVALS

Sorted by

Per page

VISITOR LOGIN JOIN AS A SELLER DEALER LOGIN

Saved

GIFTS

Victorian Carved Coffee Table

LATEST STOCK

Visitor Login (saved items)

Sort Order

Items Per Page

Victorian Carved Coffee Table

99 items · page 7 of 7

← Page 7 of 7 →

These pieces of a victorian carved coffee table bring heavy timber and intricate carving to a room, offering a low surface with distinct historic character.

Superb Quality Burr Walnut Small Baby Coffee Side Lamp Occasional Sutherland Table

19th century

Save

Superb Quality Burr Walnut Small Baby Coffee Side Lamp Occasional Sutherland Table

From CJ Antiques

£850

FOR SALE

tables

Victorian Small Oval Walnut Dropleaf Coffee Table

19th century

Save

Victorian Small Oval Walnut Dropleaf Coffee Table

From Affordable Old Furniture

£450

FOR SALE

tables

Unusual Antique Victorian Quality Carved Walnut and Marble Top Italian Coffee Table

19th century

Save

Unusual Antique Victorian Quality Carved Walnut and Marble Top Italian Coffee Table

From London City Antiques

£1,285

FOR SALE

tables

← 1 ... 3 4 5 6 7 →

65,712

Antiques For Sale

Antiques Approved Today

1,400

Antique Uploads This Month

446,596

Total Antiques Sold

Victorian Carved Coffee Table

Superb Quality Burr Walnut Small Baby Coffee Side Lamp Occasional Sutherland Table

Victorian Small Oval Walnut Dropleaf Coffee Table

Unusual Antique Victorian Quality Carved Walnut and Marble Top Italian Coffee Table

Add keywords to the filter

Price

Era

Period

Style

Material

Origin

Stock Location

Recently Added

Online Payments

Categories