An Attractive Carved Oak Hall/side Table

A highly decorative carved oak side table of substantial form, richly detailed throughout with bold folkloric and heraldic carving.

Raised on six elegant turned legs united by stretchers, the table features a beautifully carved frieze with scrolling motifs, fan carving and a central heraldic lion crest. The top is particularly striking, centred with a carved roundel depicting a stylised bird or griffin motif, bordered by geometric chip carving in the manner of traditional Welsh and Jacobean vernacular furniture. The table incorporates two concealed side drawers, discreetly integrated beneath the top and fitted with brass ring pulls, making it both decorative and practical. The rich oak timber displays excellent grain and colour throughout, with a warm aged patina that enhances the hand-carved details. An unusual and characterful piece, ideal for use as a console table, serving table, hall table or large sofa table. It would work beautifully in both traditional country interiors and more eclectic contemporary spaces.

Condition report: Structurally solid and sturdy overall. Age-related wear, historic surface marks, old shrinkage cracks and minor losses commensurate with age all of which add to the authentic character and rustic appeal of the piece.. The drawers run well. A wonderfully atmospheric decorative piece with excellent presence.

We are primarily a web based business showing high quality antiques and decorative items in two warehouses in Lambourn Woodlands, Berkshire and Tetbury , Gloucestershire . Within easy reach of M4 Junctions and with a mainline station nearby and good private car parking facilities at all venues. We display the widest variety of antiques at all price levels, including paintings, furniture, fireside pieces and other decorative interior items. Not all our items are at any particular place so please call or email (enquiries@marlboroughantiques.com) or from our Contact page to avoid disappointment. Please view our Terms and conditions if needed at http://www.marlboroughantiques.com/terms.php.

We are very happy to discuss with clients their needs and to provide a sourcing service. We can advise on the acquisition of pieces in all areas of the fine and decorative arts, assisting clients in their search for individual pieces or for a particular item. If you have queries regarding this or any intended purchase please contact us. All items can be delivered either by postal service or by trusted and fully insured couriers; we use both for the UK market and for overseas delivery. Please inquire by email or phone to obtain a quote for delivery options. Items are described as Excellent - A1 Condition no faults, Very Good - very good condition with only very minor cosmetic issues if atall and consistent with age, Good - in good overall condition with some ageing, marks and wear consistent with age.