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This is a very god quality antique Victorian mahogany loo table, circa 1860.
Summary
• Item Loo Table
• Wood Mahogany
• Circa 1860
• Period Victorian
• Provenance English
• Central bulbous pedestal
• Waterfall carvings to base
• 4 carved spayed legs
• Hinged table top
• Seats 4 – 6 people
• Size 3’ 4 ½” by 4’ 9½”
• Solid in joint and very sturdy
• Superb quality
• Excellent colour / patination
This is a very god quality antique Victorian mahogany loo table, circa 1860. It is a good six seat oval with a central supporting pedestal which terminates in four carved splayed legs. The legs feature the original brass casters. The table has a central decorative finial underneath. The top is detachable for easy transportation but it can be firmly attached with bolts to the base.
The table top features a superb colour / patination. The table seats between 4 – 6 people and is sufficiently tall enough to fit your legs underneath. It is sufficiently wide to accommodate serving dishes in the centre of the table. The table can be stored away by lifting the top up.
It is called a “loo” table because wealthy ladies in grand houses played the card game ‘loo’ sitting around the table taking afternoon tea at the same time hence the name ‘loo table’.
This item would compliment any home so don’t miss out your chance to own a lovely piece of furniture.
Dimensions:
Height 75.5cm or 2’ 5¾”
Width 113cm or 3’ 4½”
Depth 146cm or 4’ 9½”
Knee Height 68.8cm or 2’ 3”
Condition Report:
The table is in very good condition. The table features the original top, base, pedestal, legs and castors. There has been some restoration done a long time ago to the support system. The table boasts a fantastic colour / patination. Nominal old use marks / minor scratches to the top but nothing significant considering the age of the item. Free of active wood worm, solid in joint and ready to use.
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