Mahogany Extending Dining Table 19th Century

Name: Antique Extending Dining Table
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1086644
Price: 950 GBP
Availability: InStock

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An antique extending dining table is a dining surface crafted with an internal mechanism, such as wooden concertina runners or telescopic sliders, allowing additional leaf inserts to expand seating capacity. Popularised in the Georgian and Victorian eras, these tables adapted room layouts for formal entertainment.

Primary timbers included solid mahogany, walnut, and oak, selected for structural stability over wide spans. Internal extension mechanisms utilized hardwood runners, brass hinges, iron fittings, and brass castors to facilitate movement.

Authentic period pieces feature hand-cut joinery, brass hardware or castors, and patinated timber surfaces consistent with age. Traditional mechanical runners, such as wooden extension accordion slats, often bear maker stamps or period patent marks.

Pairing mahogany wood tones with modern upholstered dining chairs or simple contemporary lighting fixtures creates effective visual contrast. Balancing dark timber with neutral floor coverings and clean-lined decorative elements preserves the character without overwhelming the space.

Dust regularly using a soft, dry cloth and apply beeswax twice yearly along the wood grain to preserve the timber finish. Keep the table away from direct heat sources and moisture to prevent wood movement, and ensure internal mechanical runners remain clean and free of debris.

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