Carter’s Patent Mahogany Adjustable Reading Table

Name: Carter’s Patent Mahogany Adjustable Reading Table
SKU: as281a488
Price: 1200.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

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An original 19th century mahogany Carter’s Patent revolving bed or reading table dating to c.1890. Of super quality & design this versatile table was intended to be used under a bed for meals, the top with gallery to both sides and adjustable bi-directional tilt for reading/writing purposes, it also has a generous height adjustment allowing the piece to be used either when seated, or when standing. With a heavy gun barrel turned column concealing the dog tooth lifting mechanism and on a platform base with brown porcelain castors.

It is in good condition for its age with minor signs of age and use, retaining original blackened brass fittings marked ‘John Carter, London W’ and with Carter Trade Mark label to the base.

Reading platform - 33in x 17in (84cm x 43cm)
Table surface height - 28in to 42.24in (71cm to 107.5cm)

Note:
John Carter of 6a New Cavendish Street, Portland-Place, London (fl.1876-1886) specialised in the invention and construction of quality mechanical adjustable invalid furniture and appliances for the alleviation of human pain.

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Please appreciate all our items are antique and as such may have minor scratches, marks, knocks, shrinkage splits signs of old woodworm, and minor losses to veneer, which combine with care and years of polishing to create an individual character and patina. We cannot describe each marks separately and therefore suggest you do take the time to request extra photos. We do offer a 14 day money back guarantee for UK purchases but cannot refund the return shipping cost.

Price

£1200.00

$1616.64

€1388.40

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