AF1-001: Antique Early 19th Century Georgian Mahogany Horseshoe Semi-Circular "Hunt" or Wine Table

Antique Period Late 18th Century Georgian Mahogany Horseshoe Semi-Circular "Hunt" Table. Tables such as this were subsequently referred to as a "Wine Tasting" table. The hinged top of horseshoe shape, with two pull out swivel legs & two fold over leaves. Dimensions: Closed Height 28 3/4"(73cm); Width 76" (193cm); Depth 29" (74cm); Open Height 27 1/2" (70cm); width 99" (251.5cm); Depth 58" (148cm) Comments: These Hunt Tables, also known as Social Tables, were mostly used on English estates following a fox hunt. The horseshoe shaped table was positioned in front of a fireplace, and with a lit fire, the table could fit many of the hunt participants comfortably to partake in the post hunt breakfast. In modern times these tables have been employed in wineries to serve guests the winery's products.⠀