Limed Oak Book Table 1900 - 1920 | Sellingantiques.co.uk

Name: Heals Octagonal Limed Oak Book Table
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1137522
Price: 590 GBP
Availability: SoldOut

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An octagonal limed oak book table featuring multiple open tiers and visible wood grain.

Heals Octagonal Limed Oak Book Table

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ObjectOccasional Tables
Period1900 - 1920
StyleArts and Crafts
MaterialOak
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsOctagonal top, Open shelving tiers, Quarter-sawn oak grain
SizeH 61 cm (24 in) x W 60 cm (24 in) x D 60 cm (24 in)

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Limed oak finish involves applying a white or pale pigment into the grain of the wood to highlight its texture. This treatment gained significant popularity during the Arts and Crafts movement and the 1930s art deco era, frequently utilised by makers such as Heal & Son to achieve a modern, light-toned aesthetic.

These pieces typically feature solid quarter-sawn oak construction, displaying characteristic medullary rays. Traditional joinery methods such as mortise and tenon are standard, ensuring structural stability across multiple tiers.

Authentic pieces often feature makers discs, paper labels, or subtle stamps bearing the Heal & Son mark. Additionally, genuine period items exhibit period-correct timber selection, traditional hand-finishing, and specific construction details consistent with early 20th-century British cabinet making.

The neutral, pale tone of limed oak allows it to complement both minimalist modern spaces and traditional room schemes. It functions effectively as a standalone occasional piece, holding stacked volumes, ceramics, or a small table lamp.

Maintain the finish by dusting regularly with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid chemical polishes or excessive moisture, applying a traditional beeswax sparingly only when the wood appears dry to protect the historic surface.

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Heals Octagonal Limed Oak Book Table