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19th Century French Oak Game Block
Graham Price Antiques Ltd.
for sale €696     $756
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Graham Price Antiques Ltd.

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19th Century French Oak Game Block

19th century
Description

A French oak country house chopping or game block. Late 19th century.

The deep block sits atop three primitive legs. The historic crack is stable.

Width 71cm (28")

Depth 45cm (17.75")

Height 76cm (30")

*Price includes VAT

If you have any questions about this item or would like us to provide you with a shipping quote please to send us an email or call Byron any time on 07834728628. If you wish to arrange your own courier, or collect in person, that’s fine.

You can contact us for an invoice to make payment by bank transfer.

We keep a large stock of antique furniture and decorative items at all times. If you are looking for something specific we have lots of stock not listed online so it is always worth asking.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
71cm (27.95")
Depth
45cm (17.72")
Declaration

Graham Price Antiques Ltd. has dated this Antique French Oak Game Block to the 19th Century.

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SA1106639
Description
A French oak country house chopping or game block. Late 19th century.

The deep block sits atop three primitive legs. The historic crack is stable.

Width 71cm (28")

Depth 45cm (17.75")

Height 76cm (30")

Price includes VAT

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If you have any questions about this item or would like us to provide you with a shipping quote please to send us an email or call Byron any time on 07834728628.
Graham Price Antiques Ltd.

If you wish to arrange your own courier, or collect in person, that’s fine.

fig 1. A rustic 19th-century French oak game block featuring a thick solid timber section supported by three splayed wooden legs.
fig 1. 19th Century French Oak Game Block

You can contact us for an invoice to make payment by bank transfer.

We keep a large stock of antique furniture and decorative items at all times. If you are looking for something specific we have lots of stock not listed online so it is always worth asking.

We have a large warehouse and showrooms open to the trade by appointment. Please get in touch if you would like to come and visit us. We welcome international trade.

Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
71cm (27.95")
Depth
45cm (17.72")
Date of Manufacture

Graham Price Antiques Ltd. has dated this Antique French Oak Game Block to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1106639
Graham Price Antiques Ltd.
Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2024
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Archive I A rustic 19th-century French oak game block featuring a thick solid timber section supported by three splayed wooden legs.

19th Century French Oak Game Block

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Archive III A rustic 19th-century French oak game block featuring a thick solid timber section supported by three splayed wooden legs. View III
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Graham Price Antiques Ltd.
Telephone 07834 728628
Location
Near Heathfield
East Sussex
United Kingdom

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A rustic 19th-century French oak game block featuring a thick solid timber section supported by three splayed wooden legs.
19th Century French Oak Game Block
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A rustic 19th-century French oak game block featuring a thick solid timber section supported by three splayed wooden legs.
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FAQs

A French oak game block is a heavy, utilitarian wooden block traditionally used in rural French kitchens and estates for preparing meat and game. Typically constructed from dense hardwood sections, these pieces feature solid tops designed to withstand heavy chopping.

Game blocks were predominantly crafted from durable hardwoods such as oak or elm. These woods were chosen for their density and resilience, often paired with three or four hand-turned or carved wooden legs fitted directly into the underside of the block.

Authentic 19th-century game blocks show signs of functional wear, including surface gouges, uneven patination, and natural deep shrinkage cracks along the end grain. Construction details such as pegged joinery and hand-carved tripod legs also indicate age and original craft.

In modern interior design, a rustic game block serves as an occasional side table, plant stand, or sculptural focal point. Its natural texture creates visual contrast against clean architectural lines and modern soft furnishings.

To preserve historic timber, keep the item away from direct heat sources to prevent excessive splitting. Clean the wood with a dry microfibre cloth and apply a clear beeswax polish periodically to feed the grain and protect the original patina.
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