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A RARE GEORGE II MAHOGANY TEA TABLE

Offered by: Andreas de Jong ltd.

Description
English, circa 1745

The rectangular, solid mahogany top is exquisitely carved with ribbons and floral ornamentation above a convex frieze finely worked with interlaced strapwork and set over a richly gadrooned moulding. The four cabriole legs are embellished with scrolling acanthus and terminate in boldly modelled hairy-paw feet.

When opened, the table reveals a superb solid mahogany surface suitable for serving drinks or for card play. The quality of the mahogany employed in this piece is of the finest grade. Comparable examples—closely related in both design and execution—were included in the celebrated collection of Percival Griffiths at Sandridgebury, Hertfordshire. Another table with similar carving is held in the Philadelphia Museum.

The carvings on this small and distinctive group are of notably unusual design. In addition to the exceptional sculptural work, this table is further distinguished by its star-shaped stamped decoration, in place of the more commonly encountered circular punchwork.

Taken together, the extraordinary features found on these rare tables prompt one to wonder for whom they were originally commissioned, as so many of their characteristics appear unique to this limited and remarkable group.

More Information

Origin:	England
Period:	18th Century
Materials:	woodcarving, carving, veneer, turning
Condition:	Good. in wonderful condition throughout and a fabulous patina
Creation Date:	1745
Styles / Movements:	Georgian, Traditional, George II
Book References:	R W Symonds Present State of Old English Furniture. 1921 fig 93 English Furniture 1680 - 1760 The Percival Griffiths Collection Vol 1
Catalog References:	https://www.visitpham.org/objects/54143
Dealer Reference #:	REF 1023
Incollect Reference #:	837226

Dimensions

W.	30.5 in;	H.	29 in;
W.	77.47 cm;	H.	73.66 cm;

Open W.	30.5 in;	Closed W.	15.25 in;
Open W.	77.47 cm;	Closed W.	38.74 cm;

Message from Seller:

Andreas De Jong Ltd is a London-based antiques company specializing in the finest 18th and early 19th-century English and Irish furniture, offering rare and extraordinary pieces for collectors and interior decorators. By appointment only, contact us at enquiries@andreasdejongltd.com or +44 7880 620291.