Description

Early C19th Regency period mahogany dining table of highly versatile and restrained design.
Raised upon two rectangular bases of box form each with four elegant ring-turned slender tapering legs fitted with gilded brass cup castors and wheels. The ends of the tops with gently rounded corners and moulded reeded edges , the 2 original leaves corresponding edges. All fitted with the original gilded brass fittings and with their original gilded brass �fork� clips to secure the table .
The whole top being of a superior grade of figured solid mahogany which has achieved a pleasing mellow , lightly-faded colour and patina .
The table being of generous, broad width and balanced proportions , having a deep overhang above the sides of the frame below , providing good leg-room to accommodate chairs and diners .
Can be assembled for use in full length to comfortably seat 10 diners , or if desired can be easily disassembled to form a smaller breakfast table without the leaves , to seat 4 diners .
The design allowing the table to be easily dismantled and moved if required , thus providing flexibility and space options.
An elegant table of restrained design in untouched, original condition, the top having minor historic marks and scratches commensurate with age and use. Has one minor shrinkage crack to one end within the grain , but the whole table crucially retaining the original surface and finish . The bases in excellent strong and tight condition with no damage, breaks or repairs.
H 29�
W 54�
L (fully extended) 101�
Possibly Irish c.1810
Established in the Cathedral City of Worcester for over 40 years ,M.Lees&Sons , run by Michael Lees ,have been dealing with public and trade from show-rooms in an early Georgian town-house. We aim to provide a straight-forward approach to our business and build lasting relationships with our customers. As members of the 'London and Provincial Antique Dealers Association' , we provide full descriptive details , date ,authenticity and any available provenance ,with full disclosure of any restoration or repair which may have taken place .
Whether buying for pleasure , decoration or investment, we welcome you to our web-site or premises .
Past projects have included advising clients on forming and disposing of collections , furnishing period properties , hotel and commercial projects , also a shoot-room and lodge .
All goods are available to view and owned by M.Lees & Sons .
If visiting, a telephone call prior is advisable as due to the demands of the business the show-room does not have regular hours . Please feel free to contact us if we can be of assistance . Our inventory on the website Selling Antiques .co.uk showcases our range of stock, whilst more items are available to view on our website. Please visit us on:
www.leesantiquesworcester.com.
Tel. 01905 26620 / 07860826218
Located in the centre of Worcester in the shadow of the Cathedral with easy parking nearby. Exit Junction 7 M5 and follow the signs for Worcester Porcelain Museum . Our premises are located 100 metres from the Museum and 50 metres from Pay&Display car-park in nearby King St.
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