The English Regency style spanned approximately 40 years, from 1795 until 1837. It is sophisticated, borrowing from styles being used in France as well as influences from ancient Egyptian and Greco-Roman art and architecture.  Regency-style furniture originated and became popular during the reign of George IV (1820-1830).  He favored a refined appearance, clean lines and graceful curves. Mahogany and other exotic woods add a luxurious feel to these antiques. 

 

Rosewood resembles mahogany but it is a fine tropical wood that varies in color, with a unique black grain.  Its rich hues made it popular in antique English furniture. Rosewood was sourced in Brazil and India.  When rosewood was cut, it gave off a scent resembling roses, hence the name.

 

An antique tilt-top center table is a table with a hinged top that can be rotated from a horizontal to a vertical position, allowing it to be stored against a wall when not in use. These tables were popular in the 18th and 19th centuries, particularly for occasional use like tea or games.