Regency Rosewood Rectangular Tilt-top Dining Table c.1815

This is an impressive, quality 19th Century Regency antique rosewood tilt-top dining table which is beautifully figured rectangular rosewood top with radiused corners surmounting an apron with gadrooned detail to lower edge. The tabletop is supported on a central, swept-out octagonal column over a quadriform base. Gadrooning detail to column and pedestal. The whole raised on substantial, beautifully carved hairy-paw feet with inset castors. Constructed of heavy gauge rosewood veneers on quality mahogany carcass. Quality of construction, together with the design features are highly reminiscent of Gillows manufacture, although no mark is evident. Tilt action is strongly secured by original elaborate coupled, sprung double bolts with pull-rod and brass pull-knob. Original locating inset brass keeper plates in pedestal top. Tabletop secured by two substantial removable hinge bolts to facilitate dissembly. Original finish and gorgeous aged patina throughout. Very generously seating four and comfortably seating six.