Antique Walnut Gateleg Table 18th Century

Name: 18th Century Walnut Gateleg Table
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1232087
Price: 975 GBP
Availability: InStock

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Introduced in England during the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries, gateleg tables feature hinged flaps supported by pivoting legs. This space-saving design allowed large dining surfaces to collapse into narrow side tables when not in active use.

Early gateleg tables were predominantly constructed from solid regional hardwoods such as oak, walnut, and fruitwood. Components were typically joined using traditional mortise and tenon joinery held together with wooden pegs.

Authentic eighteenth-century examples exhibit hand-turned legs, hand-cut rule joints along the table flaps, and irregular wear consistent with age. Look for original iron hinges, wooden peg fastenings, and natural patination on the timber surface.

A gateleg table serves as a flexible dining piece in smaller spaces or breakfast rooms. When collapsed, it functions effectively as a hall table or console, topped with ceramic vessels, contemporary table lamps, or floral arrangements.

Maintain the finish by regularly dusting with a soft dry cloth and applying high-quality beeswax twice yearly. Protect the wood surface from heat and moisture using coasters, and position the table away from direct sunlight or central heating sources.

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18th Century Walnut Gateleg Table

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