Early 19th century French beech baking paddle.

Early 19th century French beech baking paddle.

Makes an interesting table or corner decoration. Would also be a great cheese board or decorate with fruits as I do.

C.1800

170 x 43cm

Resting on a French figured elm farmhouse table of the same period.

Well patinated two plank deep-cleated top, on four oak tapered legs.

H.75cm W.2m D.80cm

 

 

 

Pair of 18th century English ash & elm Country Chippendale side chairs.

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.

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.

Rare pair of 18th century green leather upholstered English side chairs.

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.

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.

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

 

19th Century French Oak Farmhouse Table

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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In storage, in need of refinishing.

Thought I’d share a few of my dining tables. I sell many styles.

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.

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