Victorian Gothic Revival Buffet Server Side TableA stunning period server buffet.This is an imposing and exceptionally well-carved side table in solid English oak, dating to the late 19th century (C1900). A fine example of the Renaissance Gothic Revival style, it features deep-relief Flemish-style carvings across the back gallery and tabletop border. The hand-work is notably crisp, depicting scrolling acanthus leaves and the traditional ''Green Man'' masks at the corners and centre - an iconic motif of the period that gives the piece a real sense of character.The table is fitted with a single, wide frieze drawer featuring a bold, gadrooned front and its original brass pull-dropper handle. The construction is exactly what you want to see in quality Victorian cabinetmaking, with the drawer revealing fine hand-cut dovetail joints and solid Oak linings. It stands on four square slightly tapering legs with simple channeled detailing and scratch moulding which provides a sturdy, ...