Unusual George II Country House Hunt Table or Dining Table

Unusual George II Country House Hunt Table or Dining TableA very unusual mid 18th century George II period mahogany country house hunt table, or dining table for 6 persons, on very well drawn straight cabriole legs, with longitudinal leaves supported on twin gate legs. English or Irish, circa 1750 Why we like it This very smart, table is the epitome of the great Georgian design combined with excellent mid 18th century joinery and craftsmanship. Made of extremely dense solid Cuban mahogany, this table is

now the Soane Museum

black lacquered and exquisitely gilt-decorated

see Christie’s

parcel-gilt and brass-inlaid

three-branch giltwood wall lights or sconces

Consists of seven drawers

A very fine and elegant Regency period pair of 'Klismos' chairs with Greek key decoration to the backs

The style and fine quality of the present piece are typical of the Gillows' firm

During the last twenty years of his life the French government commissioned him to undertake several works

Width of vases: 6

promoted by the newly built Brighton Pavilion

Other examples include a set eight stamped 'B