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Antique Gothic Revival Oak Welsh Chapel Altar Table
Penderyn Antiques
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Antique Gothic Revival Oak Welsh Chapel Altar Table

1920 - 1940
Description

A particularly attractive antique oak altar or communion table of Welsh chapel origin, with extensive Gothic Revival detailing. The table has a substantial rectangular oak top above a beautifully carved frieze, incorporating Gothic tracery, quatrefoil and foliate details. The front is centred by a panel of figured oak and flanked by pierced Gothic arches, with further matching tracery continuing around the sides. Carved across the front is the Welsh inscription:

“GWNEWCH HYN ER CÔF AMDANAF”

meaning “Do this in remembrance of me”, the Welsh wording of the instruction at the Last Supper and particularly appropriate to its original use as a communion table. Raised on substantial square legs united by stretchers, the table has a lovely warm golden oak colour and is an impressive example of Welsh ecclesiastical furniture.

Item Reference:

M-7030

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Dimensions:

Height – 76cm/ Width - 138cm/ Depth - 69cm

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CONDITION REPORT:

In good antique condition with general wear commensurate with age and use. Various marks, scratches, knocks and areas of surface wear throughout. Some minor age-related movement and wear to the timber and carved decoration, but structurally solid and sound overall.

Physical Dimensions
Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
138cm (54.33")
Depth
69cm (27.17")
Declaration

Penderyn Antiques has dated this Gothic Revival Altar Table to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1231593
Dealers Internal Reference
M-7030
Dealers Notes

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DELIVERY INFORMATION:

FREE DELIVERY TO ENGLAND & WALES!

FREE delivery to England & Wales. For Scotland please get in touch for a delivery quote by calling us on 01685 813594.

Timescale: 5-15 working days. You will receive full delivery details once your order has been placed. For Scotland, delivery may take longer than 15 working days. Please note, the courier service is to the external doorstep, the courier will also deliver on their own so you will need to arrange for someone to help your end.

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For deliveries outside of mainland UK (i.e Scottish Highlands and Islands, Northern Ireland, Isle of Wight, Isle of Man, Channel Islands and Scilly Isles) please get in touch for a quote.

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International & European: Please get in touch for a quote.

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Collection: Our shop is based in the village of Penderyn, South Wales, CF44 0TJ.

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In case of return, items must be received back in the same condition as delivered and a collection fee of £85 will apply, this would be deducted from any refund amount.

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ABOUT US:

Hello from the Penderyn Antiques team! We’re friendly and enthusiastic people who deeply care about providing professional and exceptional service to you! We have a vast range of antique furniture online and at our pink chapel antique shop based in the Brecon Beacons National Park, South Wales. Like what you see? Follow us on social media @penderynantiques

Description
A particularly attractive antique oak altar or communion table of Welsh chapel origin, with extensive Gothic Revival detailing.
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The table has a substantial rectangular oak top above a beautifully carved frieze, incorporating Gothic tracery, quatrefoil and foliate details.
Penderyn Antiques

The front is centred by a panel of figured oak and flanked by pierced Gothic arches, with further matching tracery continuing around the sides. Carved across the front is the Welsh inscription:

fig 1. A carved oak Gothic Revival chapel altar table featuring trefoil tracery, an inscribed apron in Welsh script, and a solid rectangular top.
fig 1. Antique Gothic Revival Oak Welsh Chapel Altar Table

“GWNEWCH HYN ER CÔF AMDANAF”

meaning “Do this in remembrance of me”, the Welsh wording of the instruction at the Last Supper and particularly appropriate to its original use as a communion table. Raised on substantial square legs united by stretchers, the table has a lovely warm golden oak colour and is an impressive example of Welsh ecclesiastical furniture.

fig 2. A carved oak Gothic Revival chapel altar table featuring trefoil tracery, an inscribed apron in Welsh script, and a solid rectangular top.
fig 2. Antique Gothic Revival Oak Welsh Chapel Altar Table

Item Reference:

M-7030

Dimensions:

Height – 76cm/ Width - 138cm/ Depth - 69cm

CONDITION REPORT:

In good antique condition with general wear commensurate with age and use. Various marks, scratches, knocks and areas of surface wear throughout. Some minor age-related movement and wear to the timber and carved decoration, but structurally solid and sound overall.

Height
76cm (29.92")
Width
138cm (54.33")
Depth
69cm (27.17")
Date of Manufacture

Penderyn Antiques has dated this Gothic Revival Altar Table to the 1930s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1231593
Dealers Internal Ref
M-7030
Penderyn Antiques
Penderyn Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2019
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Penderyn Antiques Profile Page

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Archive I A carved oak Gothic Revival chapel altar table featuring trefoil tracery, an inscribed apron in Welsh script, and a solid rectangular top.

Antique Gothic Revival Oak Welsh Chapel Altar Table

Archive II A carved oak Gothic Revival chapel altar table featuring trefoil tracery, an inscribed apron in Welsh script, and a solid rectangular top. View II
Archive III A carved oak Gothic Revival chapel altar table featuring trefoil tracery, an inscribed apron in Welsh script, and a solid rectangular top. View III
Archive IV A carved oak Gothic Revival chapel altar table featuring trefoil tracery, an inscribed apron in Welsh script, and a solid rectangular top. View IV
Archive V A carved oak Gothic Revival chapel altar table featuring trefoil tracery, an inscribed apron in Welsh script, and a solid rectangular top. View V
Archive VI A carved oak Gothic Revival chapel altar table featuring trefoil tracery, an inscribed apron in Welsh script, and a solid rectangular top. View VI
Archive VII A carved oak Gothic Revival chapel altar table featuring trefoil tracery, an inscribed apron in Welsh script, and a solid rectangular top. View VII
Archive VIII A carved oak Gothic Revival chapel altar table featuring trefoil tracery, an inscribed apron in Welsh script, and a solid rectangular top. View VIII
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Penderyn Antiques
Telephone 01685 813594
Location
Soar Chapel
Penderyn
South Wales
CF44 0TJ
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/penderynfurniture
Verified Since Jun 2019
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A carved oak Gothic Revival chapel altar table featuring trefoil tracery, an inscribed apron in Welsh script, and a solid rectangular top.
Antique Gothic Revival Oak Welsh Chapel Altar Table
Ref: SA1231593
A carved oak Gothic Revival chapel altar table featuring trefoil tracery, an inscribed apron in Welsh script, and a solid rectangular top.
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FAQs

Gothic Revival furniture from the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries draws inspiration from medieval architecture, incorporating features such as pointed arches, tracery, carved inscriptions, and trefoil motifs commonly found in churches and chapels.

Solid oak was the predominant timber used in British church furniture due to its durability and dense grain, often assembled using traditional mortise and tenon joinery to withstand heavy usage.

Authentic pieces feature crisp hand-carved decorative detailing, period-appropriate timber patination, traditional joinery construction, and sometimes localized inscriptions or regional maker characteristics.

These structural tables serve as console tables in spacious entrance halls or behind large sofas, paired with minimalist contemporary lighting or neutral ceramic decorative objects to balance the heavy wood carving.

Keep the timber away from direct heat sources and apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year to nourish the wood and protect the carved detailing from dust accumulation.
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