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Victorian Burr Walnut Loo Table

Victorian Burr Walnut Loo Table.
This Table is of an Oval Form.
The Top Features The Most Wonderful Burr Walnut Timbers.
The Base of the Table Having 4 Shaped Legs With Carved Detail and Porcelain Castors.
The Column Being of a Turned and Carved Form.
Excellent Quality and Presented in Good Condition.
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.
3. Uses
Originally used for card games and social gatherings.
In modern times, they’re appreciated as antique furniture and often used as side tables or occasional tables.
Size:
Height 28 1/2" (73cm)
Width 52" (132cm)
Depth 40" (102cm)
SellerPhilip Hunt Antiques
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By appointment only
Norwich
Norfolk
Tel : 01603 629999
Non UK callers : +44 1603 629999
This Table is of an Oval Form.
The Top Features The Most Wonderful Burr Walnut Timbers.
The Base of the Table Having 4 Shaped Legs With Carved Detail and Porcelain Castors.
The Column Being of a Turned and Carved Form.
Excellent Quality and Presented in Good Condition.
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.
3. Uses
Originally used for card games and social gatherings.
In modern times, they’re appreciated as antique furniture and often used as side tables or occasional tables.
Size:
Height 28 1/2" (73cm)
Width 52" (132cm)
Depth 40" (102cm)
Price
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Conversion rates as of 3/JUN/2025. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
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Category Antique Furniture
Date 1880
Late Victorian Antiques Material Burr Walnut
Origin English
Item code as328a2928 / PP106-15
Status For Sale
£2850.00 
$3855.77
€3384.38

$3855.77

€3384.38

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By appointment only
Norwich
Norfolk
Tel : 01603 629999
Non UK callers : +44 1603 629999
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