Early 18th Century Oak Side Table

Name: Early 18th Century Oak Side Table
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1201003
Price: 495 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectSide Tables
Period18th century
StyleEnglish Country
MaterialOak, Brass
ColourDark Brown
MotifsTurned legs, Teardrop brass handles, Turned stretchers, Single drawer
SizeH 65 cm (26 in) x W 74 cm (29 in) x D 53 cm (21 in)

This early 18th-century English country oak side table follows a traditional Jacobean aesthetic, finished in a dark brown wax with a patinated surface. The piece has a thin rectangular plank top with a moulded edge, sitting above a single pine-lined drawer fitted with later old replacement brass pear drop handles. Below, the base incorporates turned legs joined by turned stretchers, terminating in block feet. Measuring 65 cm high, 74 cm wide, and 53 cm deep, this practical surface works well in a variety of settings around the home. It suits a hallway beside the front door for small everyday items, functions as a compact writing desk in a home study, or serves as an accent table in a living room space.

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Early 18th-century English side tables, produced during the William and Mary and early Georgian eras, are distinguished by robust timber construction, turned legs, H-stretchers or perimeter stretchers, and single drawers fitted with brass tear-drop or batwing drop handles.

These tables were primarily crafted from solid native timbers such as English oak or walnut. Drawers were typically constructed with hand-cut dovetail joints, oak drawer linings, and cast brass hardware.

Authentic period pieces exhibit hand-planed surfaces, wooden peg joinery, hand-cut dovetails, and uneven wear on lower stretchers where feet rested. Natural shrinkage across the wood grain on the tabletop and genuine patination are additional key indicators of age.

An antique oak side table creates contrast when paired with contemporary plaster, linen, or ceramic accessories. It functions effectively as an entry hall console, a lamp table in a living room, or an occasional desk.

Dust regularly with a soft, dry cloth and apply a clear beeswax polish once or twice a year to maintain the timber patination. Keep the piece away from direct heat sources and maintain stable humidity levels to prevent timber movement or splitting.

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Early 18th Century Oak Side Table