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Rare 17th Century Gateleg Side Table
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Rare 17th Century Gateleg Side Table

17th century
Sold 3 February 2025 · Holmes Antiques
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Description

A Rare 17th Century Single leaf Table of delightful small proportions having glorious colour and patina.

In mint original condition retaining the original hinges and untouched pegs, with lovely dry surface to the underneath. Standing tall on the original turned feet, even the stop for the gate that has been fastened with a blacksmith nail is original. The wonderful top boards are made from carefully chosen matched wavy grain Oak, they have developed such a good skin over the years.

Date of Manufacture

Holmes Antiques has dated this 17th Century Gateleg Table to the 17th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
77cm (30.31")
Depth
59cm (23.23")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1034238
Dealers Notes

Holmes Antiques was established in 1932

We are a family business with a shop on Haworth Main Street in West Yorkshire.

We specialise in early English furniture

With the emphasis on quality, originality, colour and surface.

David Holmes has developed a reputation in the antique trade as one of the country's leading experts on early English Oak, Walnut and Mahogany furniture.

Christian Holmes is the 4th generation of the family to deal in Antique furniture

www.holmesantiques.co.uk

Description
A Rare 17th Century Single leaf Table of delightful small proportions having glorious colour and patina.
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In mint original condition retaining the original hinges and untouched pegs, with lovely dry surface to the underneath.
Holmes Antiques

Standing tall on the original turned feet, even the stop for the gate that has been fastened with a blacksmith nail is original. The wonderful top boards are made from carefully chosen matched wavy grain Oak, they have developed such a good skin over the years.

Date of Manufacture

Holmes Antiques has dated this 17th Century Gateleg Table to the 17th Century.

Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
77cm (30.31")
Depth
59cm (23.23")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1034238
Holmes Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2011

Leading experts on early english oak, walnut and mahogany furniture. Established in 1932.

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Holmes Antiques Profile Page

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An antique dark oak gateleg table with turned legs and hinged drop leaves, viewed from an elevated angle against a neutral grey background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An antique dark oak gateleg table with turned legs and hinged drop leaves, viewed from an elevated angle against a neutral grey background. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Rare 17th Century Gateleg Side Table

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Telephone 07729 347 159
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United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/holmes
Verified Since Jan 2011
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An antique dark oak gateleg table with turned legs and hinged drop leaves, viewed from an elevated angle against a neutral grey background.
Rare 17th Century Gateleg Side Table
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An antique dark oak gateleg table with turned legs and hinged drop leaves, viewed from an elevated angle against a neutral grey background.
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  • ObjectTables
  • Period17th century
  • StyleJacobean
  • MaterialOak
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsTurned legs, Drop leaves, Hinged gateleg frame, Stretcher base
  • SizeH 75 cm (30 in) x W 77 cm (30 in) x D 59 cm (23 in)

FAQs

A gateleg table is a type of drop-leaf table featuring hinged flaps supported by swing-out legs that resemble a swinging gate, which became popular in England during the 17th century to save space.

These tables were predominantly constructed from native English timbers, most commonly solid oak, and occasionally walnut, joined using traditional pegged mortise and tenon joints.

Authenticity is identified through hand-cut peg joints, signs of age-related timber shrinkage, hand-planed surfaces, and original blacksmith-made iron hinges.

An antique gateleg table can be styled as a functional console or accent piece, pairing its rich dark wood patina with contemporary minimalist accessories to create a balanced contrast.

Preserve antique oak by avoiding direct sunlight and heat sources, maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, and occasionally applying traditional beeswax rather than modern silicone polishes.
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