Sold 11 April 2025 · Desired Effect Antiques Ltd

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Description

An 18th century Oak gateleg table on bobbin turned legs. Nice wear and patina throughout and in good solid order.

116cm wide

51cm deep

148cm extended

73cm high

Date of Manufacture

Desired Effect Antiques Ltd has dated this Oak Gateleg Table to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

73cm (28.74")

Width

148cm (58.27")

Depth

51cm (20.08")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1040875

Description

An 18th century Oak gateleg table on bobbin turned legs. Nice wear and patina throughout and in good solid order.

116cm wide

51cm deep

148cm extended

73cm high

Date of Manufacture

Desired Effect Antiques Ltd has dated this Oak Gateleg Table to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

73cm (28.74")

Width

148cm (58.27")

Depth

51cm (20.08")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1040875

About the Dealer

Desired Effect Antiques Ltd

Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2023

We deal in a range of pieces such as tables, storage and seating, ranging from the 18th through to the mid 20th century.

Dealer Profile

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Desired Effect Antiques Ltd

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Carlinghow mills
West Yorkshire
United Kingdom

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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectDining Tables
Period18th century
StyleJacobean
MaterialOak
ColourDark Brown
MotifsBobbin turned legs, Drop leaf flaps, Swing-out gate legs
SizeH 73 cm (29 in) x W 148 cm (58 in) x D 51 cm (20 in)

FAQs

Gateleg tables gained immense popularity in England during the 17th century, particularly within the Jacobean and Cromwellian periods, evolving as a practical space-saving solution for homes by featuring drop leaves supported by swing-out legs.

Authentic period pieces were constructed predominantly from native British timbers such as oak, elm, or walnut, joined using traditional mortise and tenon joinery secured with wooden pegs, alongside hand-turned legs.

Authenticity is assessed through timber oxidisation, hand-planed board surfaces, historical tool marks, peg construction, and wear patterns consistent with centuries of manual use rather than modern replication.

This type of table functions effectively as a dining centrepiece or a wall console in contemporary spaces, contrasting with minimalist decor to introduce warmth, texture, and historical depth.

Preservation involves maintaining stable indoor humidity levels, avoiding direct sunlight, cleaning with a soft dry cloth, and periodically feeding the timber with traditional beeswax to protect the finish.