An Unusual Early 19thC Fruitwood & Beech Centre Table c.1800-15 sub-Natural History The early English school oil

The early English school oil on oak panel depicting an Elizabethan lady in typical period attire

"This must surely be the King of Tortoises

and though there is some suggestion of an art nouveau influence it is not overtly apparent

Overall the table is in useable order but may need some restoration work in the future if it ends up being transported on a regular basis

the wholes of arcaded form with ruby red borders surviving from the late nineteenth century

An Unusual Early 19thC Fruitwood & Beech Centre Table c.1800-15 sub-Natural History The early English school oilOrigin: EnglishPeriod: George IIIProvenance: UnknownDate: c. 1800 15Height: 26. 5Diameter: 28. 5The unusual centre or side table having a circular fruitwood three plank top, on a baluster turned and ball end pendant pillar, to a multiple ring turned cruciform base, formed from splayed legs and spindle stretchers, the whole with a beautiful patina and texture and surviving from the first quarter of nineteenth century England. In good overall order, the