Table - Mahogany - Circular Sail Table

Refined sail-centered center table from the mid-19th century (the Louis-Philippe period), crafted in fine mahogany wood.

The piece stands out for its elegant circular top veneered in flame mahogany, creating natural symmetry and striking grain patterns. The edge of the top is finished with an owl-beak moulding that underscores its solidity.

The defining feature is the original sail mechanism (tilting), which allows the top to be flipped into a vertical position via an antique brass catch. This function, typical of 19th-century bourgeois drawing rooms, was designed to optimize space when the table was not in use.

The central support consists of a sturdy turned baluster column, resting on a three-foot tripod base. The feet end in elegant scrolls and retain their original metal casters, fully functional, which facilitate moving it.

Conditions

The table presents in good original conservational condition. There are normal signs of time and use consistent with the piece’s age. Noted are a few small period restoration interventions on the edge (visible in close-up photos) and minor superficial losses in the top’s polish, which do not compromise its stability or charm but attest to its authenticity. The patina is warm and deep.