Antique Oak Refectory Table 1900 - 1920

Name: A Heals Oak Refectory Table Circa 1920
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1206314
Price: 1400 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectDining Tables
Period1900 - 1920
StyleArts & Crafts
MaterialOak
ColourNatural Oak
MotifsTrestle base, Central stretcher, Rectangular plank top, Arts and Crafts joinery
SizeH 76 cm (30 in) x W 168 cm (66 in) x D 75 cm (30 in)

This Arts and Crafts dining table dates from the 1920s period and is constructed from solid oak in a natural mid-brown timber tone. The rectangular plank top rests upon two sturdy upright trestle end supports connected by a low central stretcher near the floor, displaying visible pegged joints and clean rectangular lines. The timber shows natural grain variations, soft surface wear, and a warm aged patina across the top and base. Measuring 76 cm high, 168 cm wide, and 75 cm deep, it provides a functional surface for family meals and daily gatherings. Positioned in an open-plan kitchen, a dining room, or a country house study, this refectory table pairs well with matching wooden chairs or benches. The traditional structural design allows ample legroom underneath while serving as a sturdy workspace or a central focal point for interior dining setups. Its versatile scale and neutral timber finish integrate smoothly into both period properties and contemporary rural interiors.

FAQs

A refectory table is a long, narrow wooden table historically used for communal dining in monasteries and halls. The style evolved through the centuries, becoming a staple of English domestic dining furniture in the early twentieth century.

Tables from this period typically featured solid oak construction with traditional joinery, including pegged joints, trestle end supports, and a robust central stretcher to ensure stability.

Authentic Heals pieces often feature an inlaid ivory or ivorine makers button, simple unadorned proportions, high-grade quarter-sawn oak, and well-executed mortise and tenon joints.

An oak refectory table pairs effectively with contemporary dining chairs, natural linen textiles, and modern minimalist lighting, creating a balanced contrast between modern design and historic woodwork.

Maintain the finish by dusting regularly with a soft cloth and applying a good quality beeswax polish periodically, while avoiding direct heat sources and excessive moisture.

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A Heals Oak Refectory Table Circa 1920