A rare, early piece of late-17th /early-18th century mahogany; an exceptionally small, gateleg table with a fold-over top from Lindisfarne Castle, Holy Island & the collection of Edward Hudson, founder of Country Life magazine, illustrated in the Castle Gallery in a Country Life feature in 1913

The circular, fold-over top retaining its original hinges, and opening to reveal a compartment. The shaped, frieze decorated with cockbead moulding. Standing on elegant, tapering, column-turned legs joined by a curved, front stretcher with old repairs. Standing on scroll carved feet. Excellent original colour and patina. English.

just purchased, more information to follow.

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