Antique William IV Mahogany Fold-over Tea Table c.1830

A William IV period mahogany tea table, the line-inlaid top swiveling and opening to a substantial, polished surface, set over a carved frieze and raised on a central turned pedestal featuring a finely carved acanthus collar, atop a quadform platform base on gadrooned bun feet with hidden castors. An attractive piece that would work well as a decorative side table or console in a hallway or living space, with the flexibility to extend for serving or entertaining as needed. Good country-house condition with an honest, lived-in character and attractive surface wear consistent with age. The top leaf retains a stable, historic, secured shrinkage split alongside localised stringing repairs, and the top rests with a slight lateral inclination to the right. Structurally sound, clean and offering exceptional decorative value for immediate placement. English, circa 1830. Dimensions Closed Height: 76cm Closed Width: 91 cm Closed Depth: 45 cm Open Height: 74 cm Open Width: 90 cm Open Depth: 91 cm