Antique Ferguson Brothers Octagonal Pedestal Table

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Ferguson Brothers Manufacturing Company two-tier accent table, a highly collectible piece of early-to-mid 20th-century American furniture.

Key Characteristics & HistoryDesign … Read more Ferguson Brothers Manufacturing Company two-tier accent table, a highly collectible piece of early-to-mid 20th-century American furniture.

Key Characteristics & HistoryDesign Features: This specific style features a distinct octagonal upper tabletop and an integrated octagonal middle shelf. It is supported by a turned central pedestal column that flares out into a sturdy, heavy four-point pedestal base.

The Brand: The Ferguson Brothers Manufacturing Company was based in Hoboken, New Jersey and operated from the late 19th century through the mid-20th century. They were renowned for creating high-quality, specialized novelty furniture like folding screens, smoking stands, cellarettes, and tiered parlor tables.

Materials: While they frequently utilized mahogany for their traditional Georgian and Duncan Phyfe reproductions, they also built exceptional pieces using solid oak and walnut, finished with rich, dark stains that beautifully highlight the natural wood grain. See less