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Weathered Trestle Dining Table in the Swedish Style
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Weathered Trestle Dining Table in the Swedish Style

1920 - 1940
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Weathered Trestle Dining Table in the Swedish style - X-leg 'Tavern' Table

Circa 1940s

Swedish influence - sourced from Eastern Europe.

Pine construction which has weathered over time. These long tables would of been brought out of storage, knocked together, and used for village gatherings - weddings, harvest festivals and anything that involved drinking and eating as a large group.

Length 349cm x Width 67cm x 82cm Height. Seats 10-12 people.

Lots of characterful wear, but no structural damage.

Dismantles into:

1 Table Top

2 X legs

1 Stretcher & 2 Pegs

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Kontrast Antiques has dated this Swedish Trestle Dining Table to the 1940s.

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SA1227017
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Weathered Trestle Dining Table in the Swedish style - X-leg 'Tavern' Table

Circa 1940s

Swedish influence - sourced from Eastern Europe.

Pine construction which has weathered over time.

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These long tables would of been brought out of storage, knocked together, and used for village gatherings - weddings, harvest festivals and anything that involved drinking and eating as a large group.
Kontrast Antiques

Length 349cm x Width 67cm x 82cm Height. Seats 10-12 people.

Lots of characterful wear, but no structural damage.

Dismantles into:

1 Table Top

2 X legs

1 Stretcher & 2 Pegs

Date of Manufacture

Kontrast Antiques has dated this Swedish Trestle Dining Table to the 1940s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1227017
Kontrast Antiques
Kontrast Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2023

Here at kontrast.antiques, we mainly concentrate on antique english country house sofas & armchairs. Especially howard & sons seating.

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A long, narrow rustic wooden dining table featuring a thick plank top supported by X-frame trestle legs and a longitudinal stretcher.
Weathered Trestle Dining Table in the Swedish style
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A Swedish trestle dining table typically features a long plank top supported by end trestles, often in an X-frame or trestle shape, connected by a long central stretcher rail. Originating in rural Scandinavia, this design was prized for its stability, straightforward construction, and efficient use of space.

Traditional Swedish trestle tables were constructed primarily from local softwoods such as pine or fir. They relied on traditional joinery techniques, including pegged mortise and tenon joints and removable wooden wedges, allowing the table to be dismantled or easily moved.

Authentic antique trestle tables often show natural surface wear, scrubbed or weathered finishes, and hand-planed timber marks on the underside. Look for historic joinery methods, original wooden wedged stretchers, and uneven patination caused by years of daily use.

Pair a rustic trestle table with contemporary dining chairs, such as mid-century modern or minimalist metal designs, to create a balanced contrast. Complement the natural timber tone with neutral linen textiles, ceramics, and understated lighting fixtures.

Clean unvarnished pine surfaces using a dry or slightly damp cloth to prevent water staining. Periodically apply a clear beeswax polish to protect the timber grain while preserving its natural weathered appearance.
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