Antique Oak Gateleg Table 17th Century

Name: Oak Gateleg Table
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1098893
Price: 995 GBP
Availability: InStock

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Location: Shropshire, United Kingdom, , Near the triple border of counties, Shropshire/Staffordshire/Cheshire

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First introduced in sixteenth-century England, the gateleg table was designed as a space-saving dining solution. It features hinged leaves supported by pivoted legs that swing outward like gates, allowing the table to expand for dining or fold away to conserve space.

Period gateleg tables were predominantly crafted from solid oak, walnut, or fruitwood using joinery techniques such as mortise and tenon joints, hand-carved wooden pegs, and hand-lathed bobbin or spiral turnings.

Authentic period examples display signs of hand-craftsmanship, including irregular peg placements, hand-cut wooden hinges, uneven wear on stretchers from footrests, and deep, natural patination in lower recesses.

An oak gateleg table functions well in compact modern spaces as a versatile dining table, hall console when folded, or side table. Pairing it with contemporary chairs or minimal ceramics creates a refined contrast between historic timber and modern design.

Keep the timber clean by dusting with a soft, lint-free cloth and applying a quality beeswax polish once or twice a year. Avoid placing the table near direct heat sources or in fluctuating humidity to prevent the oak from warping or splitting.

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