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Seller's Notes:This outstanding antique small English style 2-tier dumbwaiter pie crust table is in a class of its own, and you will love the sophistication it adds to your décor. Height 31 inches; Lower tier 22.5 inches diameter; upper tier 16 inches diameter. Treat yourself to this carefully crafted table that will look great in your home. It is unique in its structural integrity and its perfect functionality, exhibiting blending of creative style balanced with careful proportion and scale. Such incredible examples of handmade centennial work are highly sought after by collectors and savvy decorators looking for an exquisite, timeless quality piece to position in the heart of their home. This practical piece has a versatile use and will adapt easily to any interior décor. This is the perfect table for your dining room, tearoom, bed and breakfast, etc. This portable table is light enough to move easily, yet stable enough for holding a lamp, a tea service, or with its majestically rising tiers, it is a great way to display your favorite collectibles, books or magazines. This is a wonderful stand-alone table that can be placed in a corner or center of a space. While many dumbwaiters are often much more plain, this one is exquisite. Both tiers are scalloped and embellished with delicately carved edging. The base and the feet are also beautifully carved making this table a stand-out among others. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to make this beautiful table yours today! *****Treasure Island Interiors***** The dumbwaiter, a peculiarly British piece of furniture, was introduced in the 18th century to prevent servants from eavesdropping on the gossip, intrigue and scandal of their masters. The art of conversation was considered a great accomplishment in the Georgian period, and the romantic, political and business affairs of friends and acquaintances were all considered fair game for after-dinner gossip, sarcasm and wit. The presence of servants tended to discourage this indulgence, and led, around 1720, to the introduction of a new piece of furniture, the dumbwaiter. This was basically a tripod table on castors with the central stem extended up through the table top to support one or two smaller, revolving trays. The dumbwaiter was in just about universal use in British society by the end of the 18th century. Despite a short vogue in France and Germany, it remained essentially a British piece. Sometimes it was wheeled in at the end of the meal, piled high with sweetmeats, fruit and cheese, for the diners to help themselves; sometimes it sat by the table for all of an informal breakfast or supper, and held glasses, plates, cutlery and wine as well as food. ****Treasure Island Interiors**** Offered in very good vintage condition; minor signs of use consistent with the normal, residential employment it has seen. The quality and craftsmanship speak volumes. Some old restorations that are currently hardly visible and do not detract from the beauty of the piece. The pictures are of the actual item you are purchasing, so please look at them closely to confirm its genuine, original condition and outstanding appearance, as they are part of the description. Comes from a clean, non-smoking, pet-free home. This fine English style dumbwaiter table represents spectacular value for money, and we have no doubt it will serve and delight its new owner for many years to come.

Brand: Vintage/Antique