Why You’ll Love It
An elegant tilt-top table, a replica in miniature of an actual eighteenth-century English pie crust table, expertly made by artisan Mark Hoffman (MH), dated 1980 on the underside. The circular tabletop features the distinctive scalloped pie crust edge. Beneath the top is a functioning tilt-top mechanism, allowing the tabletop to fold vertically just as full-sized examples did. Historically, these tables could be tucked against a wall when not in use, making them both practical and elegant additions to eighteenth-century homes. It is supported by a finely turned baluster pedestal on three graceful cabriole legs. The warm walnut wood finish is a beautiful final detail.
Perfect for placing beside a chair in a drawing room, displayed in a Georgian parlor, used as a tea table, or incorporated into an elegant Victorian setting.
Details
Materials: Wood
Scale & Size: 1:12 scale; 2½" tall x 2¾" wide
Condition: Excellent Vintage Condition
Artist: Mark Hoffman, signed "MH" and dated 1980
Collection: Part of our Private Collection
Please Note this listing includes: The tilt-top table only. Any additional figures, furniture, or styling accessories shown in photographs are for display inspiration only and are not included.
A Note About Value
Every miniature we offer has been carefully evaluated for its craftsmanship, rarity, condition, provenance, and collectibility. Many of the artisan pieces we sell are one-of-a-kind works that may never appear on the market again. While original retail prices provide an interesting historical reference, they rarely reflect decades of appreciation, the artist's legacy, or the scarcity of surviving examples.
Our pricing reflects the miniature's place within today's collector market and the years we've spent studying the artists, histories, and values that make these tiny works of art so special.
A Commitment to Research
Every miniature has a story, and uncovering it is one of our greatest passions. We carefully research each piece, but unsigned or illegible works can remain mysteries. If you can identify an artist or provide additional information, we'd be delighted to hear from you and will gladly update the listing to preserve their legacy.
