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ObjectDining Tables
Period18th century
StyleFrench Provincial
MaterialElm
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsOval plank top, Frieze drawer, Square legs, Side stretchers
SizeH 74 cm (29 in) x W 261 cm (103 in) x D 86 cm (34 in)

This 18th century French provincial farmhouse dining table is made of solid elm with a warm brown colour and a visible historic mark to one side of the plank top. The construction includes a large oval top, a neat frieze drawer on one side with a small round wooden knob handle, straight square legs, and structural side stretchers at the ends, all showing natural signs of age and a treated old worm. It stands 74 cm high, 261 cm wide, and 86 cm deep. In a modern home, this practical piece serves as a dining table seating ten to twelve people in a kitchen or dining room. The rustic design and warm timber finish suit traditional and country-style interiors.

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French farmhouse dining tables from the 18th century are defined by functional design, native hardwood construction such as elm or oak, and substantial plank tops. They frequently incorporate frieze drawers for storing cutlery or linens and were built to withstand daily utilitarian use in rural households.

Local hardwoods were the predominant material, with elm, oak, chestnut, and fruitwoods being the most common choice depending on regional availability. Construction relied on traditional joinery techniques, including pegged mortise and tenon joints without modern metal fasteners.

Authentic period tables display uneven wear on footrests and stretchers, hand-planed top surfaces, and hand-cut wooden dowels or pegs holding the frame together. Additionally, natural shrinkage in the wood grain over centuries creates slightly irregular, non-uniform dimensions.

A rustic elm table balances contemporary spaces when paired with minimalist dining chairs or modern upholstery. Placing a substantial timber table on a neutral woven rug creates a grounded focal point that contrasts effectively with modern architectural finishes.

Preserve antique elm wood by applying a high-grade beeswax polish once or twice a year to maintain moisture and patination. Wipe up spills immediately, avoid direct proximity to heat sources to prevent timber shrinkage, and protect the surface from extreme direct sunlight.

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