Victorian Brass Lion Claw Feet Mahogany Furniture Legs Pair Antique Salvage RARE
Condition:
Used
"Overall State: Antique / Used / Good original structural conditionHardware & Fittings: The original side screws are present, intact, and firmly locking the solid brass claw ends to the inner wood coreMetalwork: The solid brass castings display a rich, unpolished aged patina with natural darkening in the deep acanthus leaf detailsWoodwork: The central mahogany sections show stable wood grain with only minor surface age wear and old varnish variations, completely free of modern modifications"
Price: £69.99
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About this item
Description
Item Specifics
Antique: Yes
Decade: Pre 1890
Style: Georgian
Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
Material: brass
Features: Salvage
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
Colour: Gold
Seller note: Overall State: Antique / Used / Good original structural conditionHardware & Fittings: The original side screws are present, intact, and firmly locking the solid brass claw ends to the inner wood coreMetalwork: The solid brass castings display a rich, unpolished aged patina with natural darkening in the deep acanthus leaf detailsWoodwork: The central mahogany sections show stable wood grain with only minor surface age wear and old varnish variations, completely free of modern modifications
Item description
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Item Size & Specifications
- Type: Antique Furniture Components / Decorative Leg Extensions
- Quantity: One matching pair (2 pieces total)
- Material: Solid cast brass claw caps and turned mahogany wood central sections
- Construction: Solid brass lion paws are mechanically fitted and secured onto the wooden core with original side screws
- Mounting Design: Flat-back profile with recessed circular alignment points for flush-mounting
- Height: Approximately 18 cm tall (per piece)
- Diameter / Width: Approximately 15 cm at the widest point
- Weight: Heavy construction, weighing over 1 kg total for the pair
Description
This is an alternate side-view listing update for the pair of antique Victorian brass and mahogany leg components. This view clearly highlights the high-quality mechanical construction of these period salvage pieces. The heavy, solid cast-brass lion paw caps are tightly fitted over the ends of the carved mahogany central column and securely held in place by visible, original counter-sunk screws on the side flanges.
This robust assembly method ensures the heavy brass ornaments remain perfectly aligned with the hardwood body under stress. Designed with a flush, flat-back profile, these highly detailed ornamental legs were crafted to fasten directly onto the corners, front pillars, or base frames of large-scale Victorian cabinetry.
Condition
- Overall State: Antique / Used / Good original structural condition
- Hardware & Fittings: The original side screws are present, intact, and firmly locking the solid brass claw ends to the inner wood core
- Metalwork: The solid brass castings display a rich, unpolished aged patina with natural darkening in the deep acanthus leaf details
- Woodwork: The central mahogany sections show stable wood grain with only minor surface age wear and old varnish variations, completely free of modern modifications.
Item History
During the late 19th Century (Victorian era), British cabinet makers utilized robust screw-retained brass fittings to ensure that heavy, decorative metal details wouldn’t loosen from the underlying woodwork over time. Securing the cast brass paws directly to the mahogany core with side screws was a hallmark of premium, durable craftsmanship. This allowed these opulent decorative elements to gracefully withstand the weight of substantial domestic furniture like large sideboards, desks, or credenzas.
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- Item location: ilford, Essex
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Great quality and price, as described, seamless transaction, thanks so much for this wonderful piece of theatrical memorabilia! 🌟
l***e (138)
- Feedback left by buyer l***e (138).
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Great quality and price, seamless transaction, thanks so much for this wonderful piece of theatrical memorabilia! 🌟
l***e (138)
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Great piece of theatrical memorabilia, thanks so much! 10/10
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