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Antique American Boston Classical Mahogany Pedestal Center Table

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A fine 200 year old American Federal period Boston Classical mahogany pedestal center table. circa 1825 Exquisitely hand-crafted in the Northeastern United States in the early 19th century, having a graduated column pedestal surmounted on a quatrefoil plinth with turned button motifs, raised on turned legs, terminating on brass casters. Topped with a dramatically veined round marble top with elaborate beveled edge, but the table is such nice quality it can be used without the marble when desired. Provenance: Property from the important collection of Ed and Jane Grant, who retired after four decades in the antiques industry. The couple supplied both their Washington metro based antique shop, Grant Antiques, and their very fine quality Connecticut showcase, E.J. Grant Antiques, with domestic and imported pieces. World travelers who especially loved European antiques, sourced their merchandise during their frequent buying trips to Europe and Asia and included purchases originating in France, the British Isles, Italy, Spain, and beyond. "We have never been content with our established route. England is our first and favorite country and furniture. Then we discovered France. Then Holland and Belgium. On to Italy, Spain, then Scandinavia and later China. As always, bits and pieces from the U.S.," explains Jane in her memoirs of their 40 years as antiques dealers. Acquisition: Acquired from the highly reputable auction house Blackrock Galleries, Greenwich, Connecticut. The Collection Of Ed & Jane Grant - Antiques Business catalog Dimensions: Overall: 32" High, 38.5" Diameter; Table only: 31" High, 37" Diameter; Marble 38.5" Diameter, 1" High As warm and handsome as it is functional, having the ideal size and proportions for a variety of different uses, including as a stunning entry statement piece, guéridon centre table, rolling library table, or elegantly refined kitchen table. Condition: Great antique condition with beautifully aged warm rich dark patina. Retaining original antique character marks and historical charm throughout, wear and tear consistent with age and use. Old restoration/repair to marble top. Nothing that detracts from the aesthetics or functionality but only adds to the sophisticated antique character, elegant warmth, and rich historical depth that can only be acquired over very long periods of time. Delivered cleaned, waxed, with hand rubbed polished French patina finish, ready for immediate use and generational enjoyment!
  • Similar to:
    John & Thomas Seymour (Cabinetmaker)Thomas Seymour (Cabinetmaker)Isaac Vose (Cabinetmaker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 32 in (81.28 cm)Diameter: 38.5 in (97.79 cm)
  • Style:
    American Classical (Of the Period)
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  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1825
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Old restoration/repair to marble top. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Great antique condition with beautifully aged warm rich dark patina. Retaining original antique character marks & historical charm throughout, wear & tear consistent with age & use. Old restoration/repair to marble top. Cleaned, waxed, hand polished.
  • Seller Location:
    Forney, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5977238310862

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