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Large 19th Century Elm Coffee Table
Merchant House Antiques
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Large 19th Century Elm Coffee Table

19th century
Description

Wonderful example of an early 19th century elm coffee table

French circa 1840’s

Reduced in height cleaned and waxed polished

185 cms wide

79 cms deep

51 cms high

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Merchant House Antiques has dated this Antique Elm Coffee Table to the 19th Century.

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SA1178284
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Mha057/2111/5022
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Description
Wonderful example of an early 19th century elm coffee table

French circa 1840’s

Reduced in height cleaned and waxed polished

185 cms wide

79 cms deep

51 cms high

Date of Manufacture

Merchant House Antiques has dated this Antique Elm Coffee Table to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1178284
Dealers Internal Ref
Mha057/2111/5022
Merchant House Antiques
Merchant House Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2008

4th generation of antiques specialists. Expert in quality 19th century european furniture - specialists in farmhouse tables.

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A low rectangular 19th-century dark elm coffee table featuring a wide plank top, central apron drawer with a round wooden knob, and four square legs.
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A low rectangular 19th-century dark elm coffee table featuring a wide plank top, central apron drawer with a round wooden knob, and four square legs.
Large 19th century elm coffee table
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A low rectangular 19th-century dark elm coffee table featuring a wide plank top, central apron drawer with a round wooden knob, and four square legs.
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During the 19th century, elm was widely utilised for country furniture due to its dense, interlocking grain and structural strength. Many large low tables from this era originated as adapted farm tables or bench tables, featuring thick plank tops and traditional joinery.

These tables were constructed from solid English or European elm planks, typically joined using pegged mortise and tenon construction. Apron drawers were built with hand-cut dovetails and fitted with turned wooden knobs or simple metal pulls.

Authentic 19th-century elm exhibits a distinct, wide grain pattern with natural cross-grain figure and subtle surface patination. Original pieces show signs of historical wear along the base and stretcher edges, alongside hand-planed underside construction.

A low elm table introduces organic texture and warm timber tones to contemporary living areas. It pairs effectively with neutral linen seating, woven wool rugs, and minimalist ceramic objects to balance traditional character with modern design.

Dust the surface regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and apply a clear beeswax polish periodically to preserve the timber patina. Avoid placing the table near active heat sources or direct sunlight to prevent timber movement and cracking.
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