Huge Oak Monastery Dining Table C1880

A fantastic solid oak monastery table. Very large at 2.5m long.

This table is heavy and would need to be delivered through French doors.

Fantastic for a large kitchen or barn conversion.

Fantastic peg construction on the base. A truly beautiful piece.

250cm long

88cm wide

76.5cm high

71cm legroom

Physical Dimensions

Height

76.5cm (30.12")

Width

250cm (98.43")

Depth

88cm (34.65")

Declaration

Swag Antiques has dated this Oak Monastery Dining Table to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers

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SA1156940

Dealers Notes

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We have been buying and selling antiques for over 30 years.

We have a wide range of antiques, retro, vintage and decorative pieces in a contemporary setting in our premises in East Sussex.

We source pieces mainly from Europe and the UK and buy

regularly to ensure there is always a good choice of mirrors, furniture and unique pieces.

Due to the proximity of our home to the coast we have monthly buying trips to France so our stock is always changing. We aim to give good value and each item is restored so it is ready to be loved in your home.

Paul and Avril

Description

Huge Oak Monastery Dining Table C1880

A fantastic solid oak monastery table. Very large at 2.5m long.

This table is heavy and would need to be delivered through French doors.

Fantastic for a large kitchen or barn conversion.

Fantastic peg construction on the base. A truly beautiful piece.

250cm long

88cm wide

76.5cm high

71cm legroom

Physical Dimensions

Height

76.5cm (30.12")

Width

250cm (98.43")

Depth

88cm (34.65")

Date of Manufacture

Swag Antiques has dated this Oak Monastery Dining Table to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1156940

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ObjectDining Tables
Period19th century
StyleVictorian Gothic Revival
MaterialOak
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsTrestle base, Stretcher rail, Thick slab top, Pegged joinery
SizeH 76.5 cm (30 in) x W 250 cm (98 in) x D 88 cm (35 in)

This Victorian Gothic Revival dining table is solid oak with a warm brown colour. The piece takes the form of a large monastery table with a thick rectangular top, robust end trestles, and a low central stretcher rail joined by visible pegs. The wood shows a smooth surface finish with rounded edges on the top slab and shaped feet at the base. The table measures 76.5 cm high, 250 cm wide, and 88 cm deep. Suitable for use as a central dining surface, the table fits naturally in a large kitchen or barn conversion where it can accommodate numerous seats along its length. The proportions provide 71 cm of legroom beneath the top surface for comfortable seating. The heavy solid timber construction makes the table stable for daily family meals and large gatherings.

FAQs

A monastery or refectory table is a long, narrow dining table originally designed for communal dining halls in religious institutions, characterised by robust solid wood construction and a central stretcher base.

These tables were typically crafted from heavy hardwoods such as oak or walnut, using traditional joinery methods including mortise-and-tenon joints and pegged stretchers to ensure structural longevity.

Look for evidence of hand-planed timber, pegged joinery, authentic wear along the stretcher rails where feet rested, and genuine patination on the oak surfaces.

Combine a substantial oak table with contemporary dining chairs, modern pendant lighting, or minimal ceramic vessels to create a balanced contrast between historic craftsmanship and modern design.

Maintain the finish by dusting regularly with a soft cloth, applying high-grade beeswax twice yearly along the grain, and immediately wiping up moisture to prevent water marks.