Antique Regency Mahogany Adjustable Reading or Music Table, 1820s

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A fine early 19th-century Regency mahogany adjustable reading or music table of elegant design and superb craftsmanship. The octagonal top … Read more A fine early 19th-century Regency mahogany adjustable reading or music table of elegant design and superb craftsmanship. The octagonal top with a finely moulded edge, is mounted on an adjustable brass mechanism allowing for variable height and angle — ideal for use as a reading, writing, music table or lamp table.

Raised on a turned and reeded column terminating in a triform base with elegant swept legs and small brass castors, this piece perfectly exemplifies the balance and refinement of Regency design. The table retains a rich, well-aged patina, enhancing the natural beauty of the mahogany.

Date: Circa 1820
Period: Regency
Wood: Mahogany
Condition: Excellent antique condition, with minor age-related wear and fine surface patina consistent with age. Original brass fittings and mechanism in working order.

Dimensions:

Height (maximum): 108 cm (42.5 in)
Height (minimum): 72.5 cm (28.5 in)
Width: 41 cm (16.1 in)
Depth: 33 cm (13 in)

This elegant and functional piece would make a stylish addition to any library, music room, or study — an authentic example of Regency versatility and craftsmanship. See less