What are the characteristics of 20th-century oak side tables?

Twentieth-century oak side tables often draw inspiration from earlier 17th-century Jacobean and William and Mary designs, featuring turned legs, box stretchers, and straight aprons. These revival pieces were produced using solid hardwoods and traditional cabinetmaking techniques.

What materials and joinery techniques are traditional to oak accent furniture?

Traditional oak furniture utilises solid timber constructed with mortise and tenon joints, dovetail drawer construction, and wooden runners. Decorative brass hardware, such as brass drop handles or backplate handles, is routinely applied to drawer fronts.

How can you identify authentic 20th-century oak tables?

Authentic period oak tables exhibit natural surface wear, wood grain variation, faint tool marks inside drawer boxes, and dovetail joinery. The patina of the oak surface typically shows subtle variation in depth and colour due to age and historic wax application.

How can an antique oak side table be integrated into modern interior design?

An antique oak side table provides visual contrast when placed alongside modern upholstered sofas, contemporary lamps, or minimalist artwork. Its compact dimensions allow it to function as an end table, hallway console, or bedside table.

How should solid oak antique furniture be cleaned and maintained?

Solid oak furniture should be dusted regularly with a soft, dry cloth and treated periodically with a high-quality beeswax polish to protect the timber. Direct heat sources, radiator proximity, and excess moisture should be avoided to prevent movement in the wood.

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Antique 20th Century Small Good Quality Side Table in Oak

Name: Antique 20th Century Small Good Quality Side Table in Oak
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1226337
Price: 325 GBP
Availability: InStock

1900 - 1920

For Sale by ActFurniture LTD

Description

Antique 20th century small oak side table, well made and of good quality. Featuring a single drawer to the front, retaining its original brass handle, this attractive table provides useful storage while preserving its authentic period character.

Standing on elegant turned legs united by a sturdy supporting stretcher, this charming piece showcases quality craftsmanship and traditional styling. Its compact proportions make it a versatile addition, ideal for use as a side table, lamp table or occasional table in a variety of interiors.

Boasting gorgeous oak grain and rich colour throughout, this highly desirable example is full of warmth and natural character.

The combination of quality construction, original brass fittings and timeless design makes it both practical and visually appealing.

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

Product Reference : AF - 6057

Measurements : 61cm Width x 32cm Depth x 70.5cm 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

70.5cm (27.76")

Width

61cm (24.02")

Depth

32cm (12.60")

Declaration

ActFurniture LTD has dated this Antique Oak Side Table to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1226337

Dealers Internal Reference

AF-6057

Description

Antique 20th century small oak side table, well made and of good quality.

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Featuring a single drawer to the front, retaining its original brass handle, this attractive table provides useful storage while preserving its authentic period character.

ActFurniture LTD

fig 1. A small dark oak side table featuring a single drawer with a brass handle, turned front legs, and lower stretchers. — fig 1. Antique 20th Century Small Good Quality Side Table in Oak

Standing on elegant turned legs united by a sturdy supporting stretcher, this charming piece showcases quality craftsmanship and traditional styling. Its compact proportions make it a versatile addition, ideal for use as a side table, lamp table or occasional table in a variety of interiors.

fig 2. A small dark oak side table featuring a single drawer with a brass handle, turned front legs, and lower stretchers. — fig 2. Antique 20th Century Small Good Quality Side Table in Oak

Boasting gorgeous oak grain and rich colour throughout, this highly desirable example is full of warmth and natural character.

The combination of quality construction, original brass fittings and timeless design makes it both practical and visually appealing.

fig 3. A small dark oak side table featuring a single drawer with a brass handle, turned front legs, and lower stretchers. — fig 3. Antique 20th Century Small Good Quality Side Table in Oak

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

Product Reference : AF - 6057

Measurements : 61cm Width x 32cm Depth x 70.5cm Height

fig 4. A small dark oak side table featuring a single drawer with a brass handle, turned front legs, and lower stretchers. — fig 4. Antique 20th Century Small Good Quality Side Table in Oak

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.

fig 5. A small dark oak side table featuring a single drawer with a brass handle, turned front legs, and lower stretchers. — fig 5. Antique 20th Century Small Good Quality Side Table in Oak

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.

fig 6. A small dark oak side table featuring a single drawer with a brass handle, turned front legs, and lower stretchers. — fig 6. Antique 20th Century Small Good Quality Side Table in Oak

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 7. A small dark oak side table featuring a single drawer with a brass handle, turned front legs, and lower stretchers. — fig 7. Antique 20th Century Small Good Quality Side Table in Oak

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.