Petrin’s/Doughbin’s are one of the special pieces I have specialised in over the past 35 years.
With thanks to Geoff Fisk, Fisk Antique Galleries, Malvern.
Geoff introduced me to them back in the 80s when I was his restorer.
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Pair of 18th century English ash & elm Country Chippendale side chairs.
The ogee shaped top rail having slight ears, above a fret-carved central splat,
resting on square inner chamfered legs, joined by an “H” stretcher.
The well upholstered pure wool small check, drop in seat (hand tacked) by C.W.Howell Upholstery.
Over 35 years my upholsterer.
Good overall warm toned patina.
C.1780
H.92 W.50 D.46cm
An untouched, stylish 17th century English oak joint stool.
The well worn slight moulded rectangular seat, above carved rails, resting on turned out-swept legs.
Usually joined by stretchers.
Still to be lightly cleaned and re wax finished.
H.42cm W.46cm D.27cm
This stool could sit in most settings, from an English period home, to a modern Melbourne apartment.
An unusual, 17th century style Oak cotton reel turned stretcher sofa.
With grapevine upholstery and comfortable long down filled cushion.
Surprisingly comfortable.
I can see in a barristers or drs waiting room. Very smart indeed.
H.88cm W.175cm D.68cm
Rare pair of 18th century green leather upholstered English side chairs.
I purchased this rare pair of 18th century English Georgian side chairs from another dealer recently.
Such a beautiful style that will never date.
Very well leather upholstered many years ago, single piped and studded, see below, hand tacked (no staples) shows exceptional tradesman.
H.96cm W.44cm D.60cm
18th Century English Country oak Wine Table.
The well patinated, circular tilt top, on a turned central column,
resting on three out-swept cabriole legs.
This is a great example of how to maintain period furniture, without over restoration.
Most important to me is the originality of anything I sell.
All this table requires is a slight re glue and re wax finishing.
C.1780
H 70cm
Dia 76cm
18th Century French Provincial Oak Petrin/Dough-Bin.
The three plank cleated top (later hinged – originally sliding)
Above canted bin, with original leaf and moulded carving.
Resting on a shaped, moulded skirt with a carved central star, joined to front cabriole legs.
Still to be re-glued, and re wax finished.
Or left un waxed, as beautifully oxidised over the centuries.
H.68cm
W.155cm
D.57cm
A rare pair of late 19th century French gilt-bronze and Champlevé Enamel decorated, extending Chenets Andirons.
C.1890
H.45cm
Adjustable width between 1m and 1.5m
Notice they have been cleaned so much over the past 150 years, there’s only fine traces of the original gilt remaining.
19th Century French Oak Farmhouse Table
The top having two wide figured, grained planks.
Above a plain skirt, having one central drawer with original brass handle.
Resting on square tapered legs.
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D.
In storage, in need of refinishing.
19th Century French Elm Farmhouse Table of small proportions
Having a well faded three plank top, above a plain narrow skirt
Resting on square tapered legs.
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D.
In storage, in need of re-wax finishing.
First half 19th Century French Oak & Elm Farmhouse Table
The well patinated five plank top, above a plain, narrow skirt
One end housing a bread slide, resting on square tapered legs.
C.1840
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D.
In storage, in need of refinishing.
Unusually long 3.2m early 19th century French oak refectory/farmhouse table.
Having a 6cm thick two plank moulded top.
Above a plain skirt, resting on square chamfered legs, joined by an ‘H’ stretcher.
C.1820
H.78cm W.320cm D.71cm
First half 19th century French figured Elm on Oak Farmhouse Table.
First half 19th century French figured elm on oak farmhouse table.
The well patinated two plank deep-cleated top, resting on four oak tapered legs.
C.1820
H.75cm
W.2m
D.80cm
Thought I’d share a few of my dining tables. I sell many styles.
17th century English oak refectory tables.
18th-19th century French farmhouse tables.
18th century English gateleg and pembroke tables.
Mid century French fibreglass sealed autumn toned centre/dining table.
Used as dining tables, desks, serving tables, entrance and centre tables.
Several more in store awaiting a good clean and wax.
I sold this untouched 18th century English oak wine table recently.
My customer wanted a fresh wax finish, as hadn’t been waxed in decades.
Lifted the finish beautifully..
Description below,
18th Century English Country Oak Wine Table of Larger Proportions
The well patinated, circular tilt top, on a tapered, turned central column
Resting on three out-swept cabriole legs
This table has never been restored, I will not restore this table until sold, and will only be waxed.
C.1780
H 73cm
Dia 79cm
A rare George III Cuban mahogany folding tea table.
The exquisite grained single plank rectangular moulded top, lifting to become a two plank square tea/card table top.
The unusual centred hinged rear legs opening to join with the sides.
The beautifully moulded front legs give a sense of style to a very classic straight lined table.
The narrow cock beaded drawer to the plain skirt, retaining the original brass swan-neck handle.
C.1770
H.72cm
W.86cm
D.42cm
Opened 84x86cm