Regency-Style Dining Set with Double Pedestal Table and Chairs
Table and Seating Dining Set · Regency Revival (Late 20th Century) · Unmarked commercial manufacturer in the style of high-end traditional furniture makers such as Baker or Henredon
Type
Table and Seating Dining Set
Style Period
Regency Revival (Late 20th Century)
Material
Mahogany veneer over secondary hardwoods, exotic wood inlay banding, solid mahogany chair frames, upholstered blue fabric seats
Age Estimate
Circa 1980-2000 (Late 20th Century)
Dimensions
Table approximately 30 inches high, 42 inches wide, and 72 inches long unextended (typical for an 8-seater dining configuration)
Origin
Likely American or Asian manufacturing for the Western traditional furniture market
Designer/Maker
Unmarked commercial manufacturer in the style of high-end traditional furniture makers such as Baker or Henredon
Value Estimate
Estimated retail market value between $1,200 to $2,500 depending on the inclusion of leaves and the specific maker.
Description
An elegant traditional dining set featuring a double pedestal extension table with a deeply polished mahogany top and decorative satinwood inlay border. Accompanied by matching dining chairs with pierced splat backs, carved arms on the host chairs, and scrolled legs with upholstered blue striped seats. The ensemble creates a formal, sophisticated dining space reminiscent of 19th-century English Regency design.
Key Features
Double carved pedestals with brass claw feet, contrasting veneer inlay border on the table top, carved mahogany dining and armchairs with blue striped upholstery
Color & Finish
High-gloss amber-brown lacquer finish showing rich mahogany wood tones with contrasting lighter fruitwood or satinwood veneer inlay banding
Construction Method
Factory manufactured with traditional joinery elements and applied decorative veneers, commercial-grade furniture production
Joinery & Craftsmanship
Standard commercial furniture joinery, reinforced with metal brackets where appropriate, neatly applied wood veneers and decorative edge banding
Wood Grain & Species
Straight to cathedral mahogany grain on the table top with a contrasting geometric satinwood inlay border
Surface Treatment
High-gloss protective lacquer or conversion varnish offering high shine and moisture resistance
Upholstery Details
Light blue woven fabric with subtle vertical striping, foam-padded drop-in or fixed seats in very good clean condition
Hardware & Fittings
Brass-capped paw feet and brass casters on the pedestal base legs
Origin & Provenance
Likely American or Asian manufacturing for the Western traditional furniture market
Condition Notes
Very Good overall condition. The high-gloss finish remains intact with minimal surface wear, clean upholstery, and structurally sound frames.
Interesting Facts
Double pedestal dining tables became popular in the Georgian and Regency periods to allow diners more legroom without interfering table legs, a design innovation that remains a staple of formal dining room architecture.
Cultural Significance
Represents the enduring appeal of neoclassical and Regency revival aesthetics in upscale American and European homes throughout the late 20th century.
Similar Pieces
Traditional Duncan Phyfe style dining sets, Chippendale revival dining sets, though distinguished here by the specific Regency-style double pedestals and inlay borders.
Care & Maintenance
Dust regularly with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight and extreme humidity fluctuations to protect the veneer and high-gloss finish. Use placemats and coasters to prevent heat and moisture rings.
Value Estimate
Estimated retail market value between $1,200 to $2,500 depending on the inclusion of leaves and the specific maker.
Sustainability Notes
Represents durable, long-lasting furniture that encourages reuse and prevents premature disposal, though constructed using conventional modern manufacturing processes.