Midcentury 1960s Afromosia Coffee Table by Richard Hornby for Fyne Ladye

This beautifully crafted and very handsome coffee table was designed by Richard Hornby for renowned British furniture makers, Fyne Ladye, in the 1960s. Fyne Ladye almost exclusively used afromosia, an African hardwood, that’s darker and less orange than teak but it became scarcer from 1962 as costs to import it made its use prohibitive. Given its considerable age, the table is in fantastic condition. With a generous lower magazine shelf, it’s the subtle details that elevate this from the ordinary – the grooved table edge, the curves at either end and the low, long, lean profile.

 

Free local delivery / Fast UK delivery / Collection welcome!

£250.00

In stock

SKU: W1000

Description

This original, vintage table is ‘sold as seen’. It is in good – very good, used condition. We have checked and cleaned the piece, and the table top has been restored, a process that involved chemically stripping away the original finish (gentler than sanding ensuring the vintage character of the piece isn’t removed entirely), followed by layers of oil and then wax polish for a durable, consistent finish. This non-invasive, partial restoration means some minor blemishes remain including some sunlight fading on the top surface, as shown. There are some minor scuffs and marks to the legs and lower shelf but overall this is light and superficial, in line with the table’s age and function. It’s very well made, solid and stable. There is no maker’s mark in place but this is a well-known design and we attribute it with 100% confidence. Do browse our photos for an accurate account of this fine piece. Questions or would like to view? Just get in touch.

Dimensions
W: 121cm / H: 35.5cm / D: 40.5cm

Delivery
We offer FREE LOCAL DELIVERY within a zone around where we live and work. There is a map on our Delivery page showing the area that we cover ourselves. Please get in touch before purchase for more info.

Alternatively, we can arrange fast, UK mainland delivery with trusted delivery partners who cover most of the country (enquire for Scotland or remote addresses) and are reliable and insured. We have a weekly collection and onward delivery usually follows 1-5 days later. The delivery service we can offer does require a little flexibility as the drivers work to predetermined routes with other delivery obligations, but you would be kept updated. We would recommend you have a quick read of our Delivery Information for the full low-down.

You are also welcome to collect from us either in Haverhill, Suffolk or near Diss, Suffolk and we’re happy to hold pieces after purchase while you consider your options and make collection arrangements.