The St James’s Club Green-Leather Side Table

Period Inspiration:

This refined green-leather–topped side table belongs to the visual and social culture of early nineteenth-century England, when the gentlemen’s clubs of St James’s set the tone for masculine interiors defined by restraint, order, and material dignity. Compact in scale yet authoritative in presence, such tables were conceived to stand beside club armchairs, serving quiet, habitual uses rather than formal display.

The table is constructed in solid hardwood and raised on four turned legs with bulbous knops, a form characteristic of the transitional period between the late Georgian and early Victorian eras, c. 1830–1840. The top is inset with a green leather writing surface, bordered by restrained gilt tooling - both practical and emblematic, reducing glare under lamplight while signalling association with reading rooms, card tables, and private clubs.

A single shallow drawer is discreetly integrated into the apron, intended for gloves, correspondence, or personal effects rather than extensive papers. The overall design privileges balance and durability over ornament, reflecting the functional elegance that governed English club furniture of the period.

This piece is best understood not as a desk, but as an occasional side table, designed for the rituals of conversation, contemplation, and repose within the club interiors of St James’s.

Material – Teak wood and Leather

Dimensions in Inches:
Width: 16
Depth: 16 
Height: 20 

Delivery Timeline - Every piece from The Collectors is crafted to order. Production and delivery typically require 4–6 weeks, with occasional extensions reflecting the care, materials, and finishing each object demands. 

Customisation – Please email us at hi@thecollectors.in or call at 9886331003, before placing the order, in case you want to customise the wood type, dimensions or polish.

The price mentioned includes all taxes and delivery.

Item code - TCAT07

Please Note:
Product images are for design reference. Each piece is individually handcrafted, and natural variations in finish, leather tone, wood grain, and dimensions are part of its character, which make each piece unique. Photographs will be shared during production for your review. Materials such as fabric, leather, and hardware are subject to availability; suitable choices will be offered for your selection where required.