Fine English Chippendale Antique Carved Mahogany Pie Crust Table ca. 1760

  

ENGLISH CHIPPENDALE CARVED MAHOGANY WINE TABLE. An exquisitely carved little wine table, the table features a "pie-crust" scalloped edge in the solid mahogany plank that makes up the top. This has been carefully formed from a stunning selection of the now extinct wood by turning down the top until the edge is raised, then carving and finishing the edge by hand all from the solid plank. A single fore-aft batten is affixed to the underside with eight screws, the vasiform and fluted baluster joining into this firmly and locking into the legs with oversized dovetail joints from the underside. The tripodal legs feature exquisite crisp acanthus carving that wraps over the knee as the cabriole leg gently tapers into the marvelous scrolled toes.

A wonderful ruby hue comes through the old finish, this silky with refreshed layers of shellac and wax that impart a mellowed tone to the table - absolutely stunning. And despite being highly artistic and so light in design, it remains perfectly functional for regular use in the home. Measurements: 26 3/4" H x approximately 20 1/2" diameter. Condition Report: Old finish, not original but early and beautifully patinated; scuffs and natural wear throughout, all nicely joining the surface and quite attractive. Sturdy and strong in all joints. Repairs, splices and old cracks to the edge of the table top in several areas.

Our company has long specialized in sculpture circa 1860 through 1930 and as such the gallery always has a very large collection of exceptional European and American sculpture available on display. As stewards of these incredibly beautiful and timeless pieces of history, we take our role very seriously with a "light-touch" approach to restoration and conservation. All objects are guaranteed to be exactly as catalogued and also to arrive exactly as shown.

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