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British Ceylon Style Specimen Round Tilt-Top Table , 19th Century

About the Item

This British Colonial center table uses exotic wood veneers to create a spectacular spiral, fanning clockwise with contrasting exotic specimen woods extending from a central rosette fan compassed by an ebony band. The exotic spiral marquetry inlay top with an Anglo-Indian taste is attached to the base with brass thumb screws and double brass latch to tilt the table for display. The rosewood pedestal base has a striking carved turned baluster coming down to three carved scrolling cabriole legs with brass casters. This Specimen breakfast table has an exotic East Indies Style.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 28.75 in (73.03 cm)Diameter: 46 in (116.84 cm)
  • Style:
    British Colonial (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Mahogany,Rosewood
  • Place of Origin:
    Sri Lanka
  • Period:
    Mid-19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1830-1850
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Charleston, SC
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: DSA87373221stDibs: LU887018737322
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