Antique Tables

Tables are the workhorses of any interior, and antique tables bring character and quality that modern pieces cannot match. Our dealers offer side tables, console tables, coffee tables, occasional tables, lamp tables, sofa tables, wine tables, nest of tables and hall tables across all major periods and styles.

In mahogany, oak, walnut, rosewood and satinwood, with turned legs, cabriole legs, trestle bases and pedestal supports, there is an antique table for every room and every purpose.

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Unusual Antique George III Pine Drop Leaf Table

Unusual Antique George III pine drop leaf table Having a pine top with two oval drop leaves supporte...

Unusual Antique George l Quality Burr Oak Candle/Lamp Stand

Unusual Antique George l quality burr oak candle/lamp stand having an unusual quality segmented burr...

Outstanding Quality Antique Rosewood Inlaid Circular Lamp Table

Outstanding quality antique rosewood inlaid circular lamp table having a superb quality rosewood cir...

Fine Pair of Antique William IV Quality Mahogany Console Tables

Fine pair of antique William IV quality mahogany console tables having quality mahogany rectangular...

Unusual Pair of Antique George III Quality Mahogany Demi-Lune Consoles Tables

Unusual Pair of antique George III quality mahogany demi-lune consoles tables having the original br...

Antique Regency Quality Mahogany Card Table

Antique Regency quality mahogany card table having a quality figured mahogany crossbanded swivel top...

Outstanding Quality Antique Regency Mahogany Card/Console Table

Outstanding quality antique regency mahogany card/console table having a outstanding quality figured...

Outstanding Quality Antique Burr Walnut Freestanding Standing Console/Hall Table

Outstanding quality antique burr walnut freestanding standing console/hall table having a fabulous q...

Antique Victorian Quality Carved Rosewood Card/Console Table

Antique Victorian quality carved rosewood card/console table having a quality rosewood swivel  top o...

Antique Victorian Quality Burr Walnut Freestanding Sewing/Lamp Table

Antique Victorian quality burr walnut freestanding sewing/lamp table having a quality burr walnut to...

Georgian Mahogany Side Table

A good quality George III figured mahogany bow fronted side or hall table with single drawer to the...

Near Pair of Antique Edwardian Quality Mahogany Inlaid Lamp Tables

Near pair of antique Edwardian quality mahogany inlaid lamp tables having a quality circular mahogan...

Antique Victorian Quality Carved Figured Mahogany Serving/Console Table

Antique Victorian quality carved figured mahogany serving/console table having a quality figured mah...

Outstanding Quality Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Sutherland Table

Outstanding quality antique Victorian burr walnut Sutherland table having a wonderful quality burr w...

Outstanding Quality Antique Regency Figured Mahogany Tea/Console Table

Outstanding quality antique Regency figured mahogany tea/console table having a marvellous quality f...

Antique Edwardian Quality Mahogany Nest of Four Tables

Antique Edwardian quality mahogany nest of four tables having quality mahogany rectangular shaped to...

Pair Burr Elm Lamp Tables

A very nice pair of oak and burr elm lamp tables, one with a drawer which makes it slightly taller,...

Antique George III Quality Plum Pudding Mahogany Circular Lamp Table

Antique George III quality plum pudding mahogany circular lamp table having a quality plum pudding m...

Antique George III Quality Mahogany Tray Top Lamp Table

Antique George IIl quality mahogany tray top lamp table having a quality mahogany tray top with a sh...

Antique Victorian Quality Mahogany Side/Lamp Table

Antique Victorian quality mahogany side/lamp table having a quality mahogany top with a thumb moulde...

Antique Tables for Every Room

The variety of antique tables available is extraordinary. A Georgian mahogany tripod table beside an armchair, a Regency rosewood sofa table behind a settee, a Victorian walnut loo table in a bay window, an Edwardian nest of tables for tea: each form was designed for a specific purpose and does that job beautifully.

Console tables, designed to stand against a wall, are among the most decorative. Gilt and marble-topped examples from the Georgian period make dramatic hall furniture. Simpler mahogany or oak console tables work well in any room as surfaces for lamps, vases and photographs.

What to Look For

Stability is the first thing to check. Place the table on a flat surface and press down on each corner; there should be no wobble. Tip-top tables, where the top tilts to vertical for storage, should have a working latch mechanism. Check that pedestal bases are firmly attached to the top and that turned or cabriole legs show no signs of breakage or repair at stress points.

Examine the top surface carefully. Some wear, ring marks and minor scratches are expected and add character. Deep burns, heavy staining or severely damaged veneers may require professional restoration, which should be reflected in the asking price.

Choosing the Right Table

Scale is everything with occasional tables. A table that is too large dominates a room; one that is too small looks lost. As a general rule, a side table should be roughly the same height as the arm of the adjacent sofa or chair. Coffee tables work best at the same height as the seat cushion. Console tables should be in proportion to the wall space above and beside them.

Frequently Asked Questions

A loo table is a Victorian oval or round table on a central pedestal, originally used for the card game "loo" (lanterloo). They are versatile tables, working well as centre tables, breakfast tables or occasional tables. Most are made in walnut or mahogany with a tip-top mechanism.

A sofa table is a narrow, rectangular table with drop leaves at each end, designed to stand behind a sofa. They became fashionable during the Regency period and are typically made in rosewood or mahogany. The drop leaves extend the surface for serving tea or displaying objects.

Light white ring marks can sometimes be removed by rubbing gently with a mixture of cigarette ash and olive oil, or with a proprietary ring mark remover. Dark rings indicate deeper damage and are harder to treat. Always test any treatment on an inconspicuous area first, and consult a restorer for valuable pieces.

Cabriole legs curve outward at the knee and inward toward the foot, often terminating in a ball and claw, pad or scroll foot. The style originated in the early 18th century and is a hallmark of Queen Anne and early Georgian furniture. Cabriole legs are found on tables, chairs and cabinets.

Most antique tables are not suitable for outdoor use as moisture and temperature changes will damage the timber and joints. Exceptions include cast iron pub tables, stone-topped garden tables and certain pieces of garden furniture specifically designed for outdoor use.