Bill Cochran writes:
I am getting ready to restore this table but before I start I
need some advice.
First, does anyone know what period this might be? To me it looks like it incorporates more than one style...fluted legs are similar to Hepplewhite, Adam, Sheraton. I think the top is a turtle top which is found in Victorian tables. And, the base somewhat reminds me of Victorian lamp tables. In a round about way maybe it is Victorian?
Second, the decoration in the middle appears to be ink to me. The corners of the decoration are a different wood that the rest of the top but the design is definitely in the finish. What is the best way to preserve this while restoring the finish or do I need to plan on redoing it once the top is refinished?
Third, I've searched for inlay (3/8") and have found the diamond pattern but not with the little squares. Do any of you have sources you would suggest? I only need about 3" to fix the ends where it is missing. If I can't find an exact match I plan to faux paint the squares on to a piece of diamond inlay.
First, does anyone know what period this might be? To me it looks like it incorporates more than one style...fluted legs are similar to Hepplewhite, Adam, Sheraton. I think the top is a turtle top which is found in Victorian tables. And, the base somewhat reminds me of Victorian lamp tables. In a round about way maybe it is Victorian?
Second, the decoration in the middle appears to be ink to me. The corners of the decoration are a different wood that the rest of the top but the design is definitely in the finish. What is the best way to preserve this while restoring the finish or do I need to plan on redoing it once the top is refinished?
Third, I've searched for inlay (3/8") and have found the diamond pattern but not with the little squares. Do any of you have sources you would suggest? I only need about 3" to fix the ends where it is missing. If I can't find an exact match I plan to faux paint the squares on to a piece of diamond inlay.
Thanks,
Bill Cochran
