What characterises Victorian Jacobean Revival carved oak furniture?

Emerging in the mid-to-late 19th century, this style drew inspiration from 17th-century English woodwork, featuring heavy turned legs, dark patinated oak, and elaborate relief carvings such as lion masks and guilloche patterns.

What traditional materials and construction techniques were used in these side tables?

Craftsmen typically utilised solid English oak constructed with traditional mortise and tenon joinery, featuring hand-carved friezes, turned support legs, and hand-fitted splashbacks.

How can an authentic 19th-century carved oak table be identified?

Authentic pieces display subtle hand-tool marks within the deep relief carving, natural uneven wear on the footrests, dark historical wax buildup in carved recesses, and period joinery rather than modern fasteners.

How can a Victorian carved oak table be styled in contemporary interiors?

Position the table in a hallway or entryway against a neutral backdrop, using simple ceramic accessories or modern lamps to create a contrast between historical texture and contemporary minimalism.

How should antique carved oak furniture be maintained and preserved?

Clean the surface regularly with a dry microfibre cloth and apply clear beeswax polish twice a year along the grain, keeping the piece away from direct sunlight and artificial heat sources to prevent timber shrinkage.

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Antique 19th Century Carved Oak Victorian Side Table

Name: Antique 19th Century Carved Oak Victorian Side Table
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1219026
Price: 585 GBP
Availability: InStock

19th century

For Sale by ActFurniture LTD

Description

Antique 19th century Victorian carved oak side table, very well made and of good quality.

Beautifully carved throughout with a high level of attention to detail, this attractive piece showcases the craftsmanship and decorative styling associated with the Victorian period.

Featuring a raised gallery to the top and a supporting stretcher below, the table combines practicality with elegant design. The carved decoration includes beautiful imagery, adding character and visual interest from every angle.

Boasting gorgeous oak grain and rich colour throughout, this is a particularly desirable example with pleasing proportions and a highly versatile size. The quality of the carving and warmth of the timber make it a striking addition to any interior.

Presented in good condition, displaying beautiful grain, colour and craftsmanship throughout, this charming Victorian side table would make a wonderful addition to any home.

Product Reference : AF - 5888

Measurements : 103.5cm Width x 41cm Depth x 101.5cm Height [ 75cm Worktop Height ] [ 60cm Knee Height ]

All our products are available for viewing at our stockroom based in Malvern strictly by appointment only.

Every order is professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to dispatch or collection.

Please feel free to get in contact with us regarding any queries you might have relating to a specific piece or if you’d like to arrange a visit and I aim to respond as quickly as possible.

Prior to making a purchase, it is important that you please contact us to confirm the piece is still available. We endeavour to keep our stock details up to date, but due to our fast stock turnover there maybe occasions where an item has been sold but it has not yet been updated online.

Delivery ( £65 ) :

All our pieces are professionally wrapped in black plastic and sent though a trusted private courier which we can organise upon your request.

The delivery service consists of a two man team with a delivery timeframe of 3 - 15 working days from the date payment has been received. Please contact us to discuss any specific requirements and we will do our upmost to accommodate these, although no guarantees can be given.

The courier will be in contact with you directly with details of exact delivery date and approximate time of arrival.

We currently cover all of the UK Mainlands including most of Scotland.

Scotland -

Delivery cost and timeframe to Scotland and Scottish Highlands will vary regarding on the location and number of orders we have in the area so please get in contact for a direct quote.

Collection ( FREE ) :

Pieces can be collected from WR6 5JE free of charge strictly by appointment only. Please contact us to arrange this.

All goods will be professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to your arrival.

Many thanks and if you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us and one of our team will respond as quickly as possible.

Physical Dimensions

Height

101.5cm (39.96")

Width

103.5cm (40.75")

Depth

41cm (16.14")

Declaration

ActFurniture LTD has dated this Carved Oak Side Table to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1219026

Dealers Internal Reference

AF-5888

Description

Antique 19th century Victorian carved oak side table, very well made and of good quality.

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Beautifully carved throughout with a high level of attention to detail, this attractive piece showcases the craftsmanship and decorative styling associated with the Victorian period.

ActFurniture LTD

fig 1. A dark brown 19th-century carved oak side table featuring an ornate splashback with a lion mask carving and intricately carved legs. — fig 1. Antique 19th Century Carved Oak Victorian Side Table

Featuring a raised gallery to the top and a supporting stretcher below, the table combines practicality with elegant design. The carved decoration includes beautiful imagery, adding character and visual interest from every angle.

fig 2. A dark brown 19th-century carved oak side table featuring an ornate splashback with a lion mask carving and intricately carved legs. — fig 2. Antique 19th Century Carved Oak Victorian Side Table

Boasting gorgeous oak grain and rich colour throughout, this is a particularly desirable example with pleasing proportions and a highly versatile size. The quality of the carving and warmth of the timber make it a striking addition to any interior.

fig 3. A dark brown 19th-century carved oak side table featuring an ornate splashback with a lion mask carving and intricately carved legs. — fig 3. Antique 19th Century Carved Oak Victorian Side Table

Presented in good condition, displaying beautiful grain, colour and craftsmanship throughout, this charming Victorian side table would make a wonderful addition to any home.

Product Reference : AF - 5888

fig 4. A dark brown 19th-century carved oak side table featuring an ornate splashback with a lion mask carving and intricately carved legs. — fig 4. Antique 19th Century Carved Oak Victorian Side Table

Measurements : 103.5cm Width x 41cm Depth x 101.5cm Height [ 75cm Worktop Height ] [ 60cm Knee Height ]

All our products are available for viewing at our stockroom based in Malvern strictly by appointment only.

fig 5. A dark brown 19th-century carved oak side table featuring an ornate splashback with a lion mask carving and intricately carved legs. — fig 5. Antique 19th Century Carved Oak Victorian Side Table

Every order is professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to dispatch or collection.

Please feel free to get in contact with us regarding any queries you might have relating to a specific piece or if you’d like to arrange a visit and I aim to respond as quickly as possible.

fig 6. A dark brown 19th-century carved oak side table featuring an ornate splashback with a lion mask carving and intricately carved legs. — fig 6. Antique 19th Century Carved Oak Victorian Side Table

Prior to making a purchase, it is important that you please contact us to confirm the piece is still available. We endeavour to keep our stock details up to date, but due to our fast stock turnover there maybe occasions where an item has been sold but it has not yet been updated online.

fig 7. A dark brown 19th-century carved oak side table featuring an ornate splashback with a lion mask carving and intricately carved legs. — fig 7. Antique 19th Century Carved Oak Victorian Side Table

Delivery ( £65 ) :

All our pieces are professionally wrapped in black plastic and sent though a trusted private courier which we can organise upon your request.

The delivery service consists of a two man team with a delivery timeframe of 3 - 15 working days from the date payment has been received. Please contact us to discuss any specific requirements and we will do our upmost to accommodate these, although no guarantees can be given.

fig 8. A dark brown 19th-century carved oak side table featuring an ornate splashback with a lion mask carving and intricately carved legs. — fig 8. Antique 19th Century Carved Oak Victorian Side Table

The courier will be in contact with you directly with details of exact delivery date and approximate time of arrival.

We currently cover all of the UK Mainlands including most of Scotland.

Scotland -

Delivery cost and timeframe to Scotland and Scottish Highlands will vary regarding on the location and number of orders we have in the area so please get in contact for a direct quote.

Collection ( FREE ) :

Pieces can be collected from WR6 5JE free of charge strictly by appointment only. Please contact us to arrange this.

All goods will be professionally cleaned and polished by our team prior to your arrival.

Many thanks and if you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact us and one of our team will respond as quickly as possible.