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Early 19th C. Sycamore and Pine Dairy Prep Table
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Early 19th C. Sycamore and Pine Dairy Prep Table

19th century
For Sale by The Old Yard
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An Early 19th C. Sycamore and Pine Dairy Table.  The two plank Sycamore top pale in colour due to it being cleaned with milk for many years.  The solid Pine base has 3 deep drawers with small turned knobs and stands solidly on square legs.

A practical and charming piece of furniture for a country style kitchen.

In original condition, with signs or wear etc. as would be expected from age and use.

Length 214 cm

Depth 95 cm

Height 75 cm

Height to drawers 48 cm

Physical Dimensions
Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
214cm (84.25")
Depth
95cm (37.40")
Declaration

The Old Yard has dated this Antique Pine Prep Table to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1217656
Dealers Internal Reference
5429
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Description
An Early 19th C. Sycamore and Pine Dairy Table.  The two plank Sycamore top pale in colour due to it being cleaned with milk for many years.  The solid Pine base has 3 deep drawers with small turned knobs and stands solidly on square legs.
fig 1. An early nineteenth-century timber prep table featuring three drawers with round wooden knobs set above four tapered legs.
fig 1. Early 19th C. Sycamore and Pine Dairy Prep Table

A practical and charming piece of furniture for a country style kitchen.

In original condition, with signs or wear etc. as would be expected from age and use.

Length 214 cm

Depth 95 cm

Height 75 cm

Height to drawers 48 cm

Height
75cm (29.53")
Width
214cm (84.25")
Depth
95cm (37.40")
Date of Manufacture

The Old Yard has dated this Antique Pine Prep Table to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1217656
Dealers Internal Ref
5429
The Old Yard
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2021

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Archive I An early nineteenth-century timber prep table featuring three drawers with round wooden knobs set above four tapered legs.

Early 19th C. Sycamore and Pine Dairy Prep Table

Archive II An early nineteenth-century timber prep table featuring three drawers with round wooden knobs set above four tapered legs. View II
Archive III An early nineteenth-century timber prep table featuring three drawers with round wooden knobs set above four tapered legs. View III
Archive IV An early nineteenth-century timber prep table featuring three drawers with round wooden knobs set above four tapered legs. View IV
Archive V An early nineteenth-century timber prep table featuring three drawers with round wooden knobs set above four tapered legs. View V
Archive VI An early nineteenth-century timber prep table featuring three drawers with round wooden knobs set above four tapered legs. View VI
Archive VII An early nineteenth-century timber prep table featuring three drawers with round wooden knobs set above four tapered legs. View VII
Archive VIII An early nineteenth-century timber prep table featuring three drawers with round wooden knobs set above four tapered legs. View VIII
Archive IX An early nineteenth-century timber prep table featuring three drawers with round wooden knobs set above four tapered legs. View IX
Archive X An early nineteenth-century timber prep table featuring three drawers with round wooden knobs set above four tapered legs. View X
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Archive XII An early nineteenth-century timber prep table featuring three drawers with round wooden knobs set above four tapered legs. View XII
Archive XIII An early nineteenth-century timber prep table featuring three drawers with round wooden knobs set above four tapered legs. View XIII
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Telephone 07871 734500
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Shropshire
United Kingdom
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An early nineteenth-century timber prep table featuring three drawers with round wooden knobs set above four tapered legs.
Early 19th C. Sycamore and Pine Dairy Prep Table
Ref: SA1217656
An early nineteenth-century timber prep table featuring three drawers with round wooden knobs set above four tapered legs.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectTables
  • Period19th century
  • StyleRustic Country
  • MaterialSycamore, Pine
  • ColourLight Brown
  • MotifsThree inline drawers, Wooden knob handles, Square tapered legs, Scrubbed timber top
  • SizeH 75 cm (30 in) x W 214 cm (84 in) x D 95 cm (37 in)

This early nineteenth-century dairy prep table belongs to the rustic country style and is constructed from sycamore and pine in a light brown colour. The pale scrubbed timber top sits above a solid pine base containing three inline drawers fitted with small round wooden knobs, all supported by four square tapered legs. The timber displays natural signs of wear, surface marks, and historical fading consistent with age and practical kitchen use. Measuring 75 cm high, 214 cm wide, and 95 cm deep, this substantial surface provides ample workspace. It fits naturally into a country-style kitchen as a functional food preparation station, a large island unit, or a serving counter for family dining.

FAQs

A dairy prep table was traditionally utilised in rural estates and farmhouses during the 19th century for processing butter, cheese, and food items. These functional worktables typically featured scrubbed timber tops, such as sycamore or pine, which resisted moisture and provided a hygienic surface for food preparation.

Country tables from this era were constructed using locally sourced hardwoods and softwoods, predominantly pine, oak, ash, and sycamore. Hand-cut dovetail joints, pegged mortise and tenon joinery, and turned wooden drawer knobs were standard structural characteristics.

Authentic pieces feature signs of age including hand-planed surfaces, uneven wear on drawer runners, original wooden pegs, and hand-cut joinery. Natural timber shrinkage over time often produces slight irregularity in the proportions of top planks.

An antique prep table functions effectively as a hall console, a kitchen island, or a dining room sideboard in contemporary interiors. Positioning modern ceramics or minimalist lamps atop the wooden surface creates a balanced contrast between historic craftsmanship and modern design.

Clean the surface regularly using a soft, dry cloth or a slightly damp cloth with mild soap, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners. Applying a natural beeswax paste periodically protects the raw timber finish and preserves the natural patina without altering the wood colour.
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