John Carter Tables

Regency Mahogany reading table. circa 1800. This rather interesting table stands upon tapered legs with brass castors. The table features faux drawers to the front and has a rise and...

A stunning example of period late Victorian art furniture. Born in England / United Kingdom in the late 19th century, hand-crafted in exotic Chinoiserie taste, featuring a scorched bamboo frame with gently curved legs joined by medial cross-stretcher open shelf, supporting a rectangular cranberry red brick glazed ceramic tiled top. circa 1880s Retaining the desirable characteristics found in decorative arts only at the end of the Victorian era (1837-1901), this remarkable English two tiered table is light, airy, and portable, showcasing Far Eastern - Chinese - Oriental - Asian influence, and artistic aesthetic movement styling, it's sure to add a splash of bold color, distinctive texture and sculptural form to any space, while simultaneously bringing a thoughtful touch of sophisticated antique character, elegant warmth and rustic simplicity to your room! Dimensions: (approx) 28.5" High, 31.75" Wide, 19.75" Deep As warm and attractive as it is useful, having the ideal size and proportions for a variety of different uses, including as a highly decorative accent table, sofa table, tea service table...

An original 19th century mahogany Carter’s Patent revolving bed or reading table dating to c.1890. Of super quality & design this versatile table was intended to be used under a bed ...

A stunning Victorian jardinière occasional table / pedestal crafted of a metal base - brass - with a black marble top inlay. Circa fin de siècle late 1800s, or perhaps début de siècl...

Antique American Victorian natural wicker two tier parlor table in all original nicely aged finish w/ ornamental scrolls and beads / four bowed s...

This wonderful breakfast table was crafted in England in circa 1870, during the reign of Queen Victoria. The item is notable for its large circular top which is decorated with bea...

A beautiful high quality Victorian walnut Sutherland table. The inlaid crossbanded top with molded sides and a pair of fall leaves. The table has a set of four bobbin-turned gate l...

American Victorian natural wicker parlor table with round oak top & shelf and scroll & rope design trim (HEYWOOD WAKEFIELD)

Rectangular tray with trailing flower decoration. The faux bamboo reproduction base with X form stretcher.

The rectangular black marble and pietra dura top is set above a walnut base naturalistically carved with C-scrolls, lilies and foliage on a central lily support with outswept dolphin feet. At the back are two cabriole legs headed by shells and equally ornate carving. The inlaid decoration comprises a central sunburst within a patchwork border of specimen marbles and fossils including: Madrepore, Petworth, Portoro, Brocatelle, Sicilian Jasper and ‘Duke’s Red’. The top of the base is stamped ‘Artist R. Tudsbury Edwinstow. nOTsh.’ circa 1840. Measures: Height 33in, 84cm Width 60in; 152.5 cm Depth 361/2in, 92.5 cm Provenance: Oberton Hall: “The Grecian-black marble top, with its ribbon-banded tablet and polychromed pietre dure compartment is a masterpiece of the Derbyshire Black Marble Works at Ashford and Old Royal Museum, Matlock. It was probably designed by William Adam (d.1873) who succeeded to the Works in 1831. A trade sheet illustration of the Museum featured a related table, where the Museum was noted as being ‘under the Especial Patronage of his Grace [Charles Cavendish, 6th] Duke of Devonshire/Minerals and Shells/Inlaid Tables/Mawe’s Original Royal Museum, Matlock-Bath. The finest Spar, and elegantly engraved Black Marble Ornaments, Chimneypieces etc, London Jewellery’.” Please see page 60 for further information on Ashford Marble...

Interesting mechanical folding chair/table from the Victorian period. The chair backrest folds down to become a table surface, this style known as patent, or proto furniture was popu...

An early Victorian rosewood reading table, the shaped top hinged to form an adjustable reading slope with a ratcheted support and detachable r...