Victorian Burr Walnut Loo Table

Name: Victorian Burr Walnut Loo Table
SKU: as328a2930
Price: 1140.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

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Victorian Burr Walnut Loo Table.
The Oval Top of This Table Features Fantastic Burr Walnut Timbers and a Burr Walnut Frieze.
The Quatrefoil Base Having Carved Shaped Legs and a Carved Column.
The Table Tilts for Ease of Storage.

1. Origin of the Name "Loo"
The name comes from the card game "Loo" (also known as "Lanterloo"), a gambling game that was fashionable during the 18th and 19th centuries.
These tables were designed specifically for playing cards and social games, and were often called "loo tables" regardless of whether they were used for Loo or other games.
2. Design Features
Typically round or oval with a tilt-top mechanism, allowing the tabletop to be flipped vertically for easy storage.
Made from mahogany, walnut, or rosewood, often with decorative inlays or veneers.
Mounted on a central pedestal base with carved feet, often on casters.

Size:
Height 29" (74cm)
Width 56" (142cm)
Depth 40" (102cm)

Price

£1140.00

$1526.92

€1298.12

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