{"product_id":"antique-18th-c-walnut-dish-top-tilt-candlestand-table-pedestal-tripod-stand","title":"Antique 18th c. Walnut Dish Top Tilt Candlestand \/ Accent Table","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eA beautiful piece of late 18th-century history. This solid walnut tripod candlestand (circa 1770–1790) boasts classic Chippendale\/Federal proportions and features a highly desirable hand-turned \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003edish-top rim\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eIn the 1700s, a table of this size (21\" diameter by 28\" height) was specifically designed as a portable parlor accent, perfect for holding a pair of candles, a book, or a tea service. The raised lip was meticulously carved from a thick two-board walnut top on a lathe to prevent items from sliding off.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Construction Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrue Period Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e The underside reveals hand-sawn surfaces, a beautifully aged block mechanism, and primitive, deeply oxidized textures underneath the feet that only come with centuries of rest on historic floors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarm Rich Patina:\u003c\/strong\u003e The solid walnut features a gorgeous grain pattern with a deep, reflective, glass-like finish that highlights its incredible age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Historic Structural Repairs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis table has been loved and used for over 240 years, resulting in a wonderful, honest character and a clear survival story. It features old, highly professional, rock-solid structural repairs that only add to its historic charm:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Base:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two of the tripod feet have clean, ancient grain fractures that were tightly mended generations ago. One leg is reinforced underneath with an early blacksmith-style steel\/iron brace. The table stands incredibly solid and sturdy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Top:\u003c\/strong\u003e The original two-board top has a historic shrinkage split along the grain line that was beautifully repaired long ago using professional wooden sliver inserts (\"dutchman\" style), leaving it flush, stable, and smooth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMechanism \u0026amp; Latch: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe table top tilts and locks securely in place. The original brass catch remains intact, but the small exterior release push-pin is no longer present. to release and tilt the top, a small object or tool must be inserted and used to push up through the center aperture of the brass catch. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis is not a modern reproduction; it is a genuine period antique with an extraordinary soul. Perfect as an elegant, functional end table next to an armchair or as a standout accent piece in a colonial or transitional home.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 21 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 28 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease review the photos carefully as they serve as the ultimate guide to the item's condition, joinery, and beautiful historic character.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"875567","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50549241774299,"sku":"8469590880971","price":695.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0258\/9812\/3369\/files\/Untitleddesign-2026-10-01T144852.193.jpg?v=1790880565","url":"https:\/\/goodmansantiques.com\/products\/antique-18th-c-walnut-dish-top-tilt-candlestand-table-pedestal-tripod-stand","provider":"Goodman's Antiques \u0026 Estate Jewelry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}