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Regency Rosewood Tilt-Top Centre Table, attributed to George Oakley, c. 1815
$27,486.16
£20,350
€23,702.06
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About the Item
This exceptional Regency period tilt-top centre table, attributed to the prestigious London cabinet maker George Oakley, exemplifies the refined elegance and masterful craftsmanship of early 19th-century English furniture. Constructed around 1815 from richly figured rosewood with intricate brass inlay and luxurious ormolu mounts, this centre table represents the height of Regency style and sophistication.
The table stands on four gracefully curved cabriole legs, each capped with brass and fitted with original castors for ease of movement. The legs are adorned with exquisite acanthus foliate ormolu mounts that showcase the exceptional metalwork characteristic of George Oakley's workshop. These elegant legs meet a tapering square pillar that supports the ingenious tilt mechanism, allowing the top to be raised vertically for storage or display—a practical feature highly valued in Regency interiors where space was at a premium.
What makes this Regency table truly remarkable is its stunning star-inlaid border, a distinctive decorative element that has become a signature of George Oakley's work. The brass star inlay against the warm rosewood creates a striking visual contrast and demonstrates the precision and artistry employed in its construction. The tilting top mechanism remains fully functional, a testament to the superior engineering and quality materials used in its creation.
This centre table can be attributed to George Oakley with confidence based on several key characteristics. The combination of rosewood construction, brass star inlay, ormolu mounts, and the overall design aesthetic are hallmarks of Oakley's celebrated workshop. George Oakley (c.1760-1840) was one of the most prominent cabinet makers in London during the late 18th and early 19th centuries, and his firm, George Oakley & Co., became renowned for producing stylish furniture in the fashionable Grecian style that dominated Regency taste.
Oakley's furniture consistently featured the most desirable materials of the period, including rosewood, mahogany, and exotic coromandel, which he expertly combined with inlays of satinwood and ebony, as well as brass stars and decorative bands of metalwork—precisely the elements seen in this table. His exceptional craftsmanship earned him a royal appointment, and his showroom attracted a discerning, fashion-conscious clientele that included members of the royal family themselves. Oakley's reputation extended far beyond London, with his furniture sought after by customers of taste throughout England and abroad.
This tilt-top centre table would have served as a stunning focal point in a Regency drawing room or library, used for display, dining, or as a versatile occasional table. The circular form and tilting mechanism made it both beautiful and practical—it could be moved easily and stored against a wall when not in use, then brought to the center of a room when needed for entertaining or display.
The table remains in fine condition with its original brass inlay, ormolu mounts, and functional tilt mechanism intact. The rosewood has developed a beautiful patina over two centuries, enhancing its warmth and character. This is a rare opportunity to acquire an example of George Oakley's work, representing the pinnacle of Regency furniture design and craftsmanship.
English, circa 1815
Dimensions: H: 28.5 in / 72 cm Dia: 41 in / 104 cm
- Attributed to:George Oakley (Cabinetmaker)
- Dimensions:Height: 28.5 in (72.39 cm)Diameter: 41 in (104.14 cm)
- Style:Regency (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1815
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 91441stDibs: LU954747427232
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