Middletons Antiques

Description

This is an exceptional late 17th Century English Oak Refectory Table, with its original 2 plank top.

The top, which is removable, and almost 8 feet long is made from 2 fine wide boards of oak, pegged together, and secured with 2 rails underneath. The corners retain their 'stepped and rounded' edges.
Tapered oak pegs through the rails secure the top to the base.

The baluster legs have incised lath turned scratch detail - well worn, and the deep apron rails and stretchers are all original. The effects of being rubbed by boots for over 300 years is well in evidence, remarkably so to the corner under the drawer.

The drawer is later, 18th or early 19th century, and very much part of the history of the table.
The feet have all been re blocked at some time also, to compensate for the wear of years standing on stone or earth floors.

The provenance of this table is unknown, but it would have been built for a 17th Century English country manor or farmhouse.

It seats 8 to 10 comfortably and the top has a good overhang on all sides, so knee room is not compromised.

The table is in sound excellent condition,and has superb colour and patina.

Dimensions:
Length - 94.5 inches, Width - 31 inches, Height - 30 inches
ALL OF OUR ITEMS INCLUDE FREE UK MAINLAND DELIVERY.

We are based in Cornwall and have over 40 years experience of dealing in antiques of the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries.
Our business is founded on the passion we have for our subject, as well as a solid knowledge and understanding of the goods we sell, and the trade environment we work in.

We stock a wide range of unique items, all historically sound, and all in showroom condition. Quality furnishings to complement your own taste and flair for interior design, and including furniture, mirrors, works of art, and metal ware.

Our policy has always been to source and select only the most charming and engaging genuine antiques for our collection.


We do not sell reproductions or copies.

Most of our sales are made remotely via websites such as Antiques Atlas, and we are always happy to discuss and answer questions about our stock by email or phone. Please do get in touch.
Viewings can be arranged by appointment here in Cornwall and we will always explain the history of our stock and restoration work that has been carried out.


PAYMENTS Bank Transfers Credit/ Debit Cards and Paypal are accepted.
If your preferred method of payment is by card, an invoice will be emailed. This will include a link which opens up a merchant window to allow your transaction to be completed privately online. For your confidentiality and security, I prefer not to take card details or payments over the phone.

Please get in touch if you have any questions.
Kind Regards, Mark and Carole Middleton



REVIEWS -
Georgian Toilet Mirror. Delivered to Australia ..
''Breathtakingly beautiful Mahogany toilet mirror ! Delicately dovetailed drawers are as smooth as silk. The acorn finials are a treat. The mahogany has a marvelous lustre and fine patina consumate with its age.
Beautifully packed with extreme care it arrived in pristine condition. This seller is an absolute joy to work with ! Many thanks.''

Document Cabinet. Delivered UK
''A gorgeous piece of furniture. It was really well packaged for delivery and seller sent some useful notes about the locking mechanism.''