Description

Late C18th George III period mahogany twin-pillar dining table. Cuban mahogany d-ended two pillar table with an extra matched period mahogany leaf .Elegant simple 'gun-barrel' ring-turned columns with shaped and moulded 3-splay tripod bases with original 'spider' metal-work beneath. Good flat, thick top with rich original colour and patina , with some marks and stains commensurate with age and use. The period timber extra leaf supported on turnable 'fly' supports and held by integral flattened 'dowels', whilst secured by brass fork clips and sockets.
A nicely-scaled two-pillar table of outstanding quality timber and understated design, together with the flexibility of an extension leaf. Has never been fitted with castors , and an early example of a table of this type and configuration.
Comfortably a 6-8 person dining table ,which can be reduced to compact proportions of breakfast table size, alternatively the twin sections could be used as side or pier tables when not in use for dining.

Cleaned and waxed.
L 50 " closed.(each pedestal top 25")
L (with 20" leaf)70"
W 48"
H 29".
England c.1800
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 .
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.
Internal Ref: ML 217