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Early 20th Century Oak Refectory Dining Table
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Early 20th Century Oak Refectory Dining Table

1900 - 1920
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DESCRIPTION

A substantial early 20th century oak refectory table of traditional trestle construction and generous proportions. The long rectangular top is formed from three broad oak planks with cleated ends, raised on a pair of shaped trestle supports with pierced, scrolling profiles. The supports are joined by a substantial central stretcher and terminate in broad sledge feet with carved detailing. At over 2.6 metres long, this is an impressive and highly usable dining or kitchen table, comfortably suited to a large room.

DIMENSIONS

Length: 264 cm

Width: 103 cm

Height: 74 cm

Height to underside of table: 70 cm

CONDITION

Presented in good antique condition with marks, knocks, splits and scratches commensurate with age and use. There is a little movement or rocking along the long axis as is inherent in the trestle construction, but the table is structurally sound and ready for use.

Overall, a substantial and attractive oak table of impressive proportions.

As an antique or vintage piece, signs of age and use should be expected and are part of its character. The photographs form an important part of the description and should be viewed alongside the written condition report. If you would like further information or additional photographs, we are always happy to help before purchase. If any dimensions are critical, please check these with us before purchasing.

ABOUT ALSO ANTIQUES

Thank you for viewing this piece from Also Antiques. We carefully select antique furniture and decorative objects for their quality, craftsmanship, character and individuality. Our tastes are broad, and we’re happy to be led by the piece rather than a particular period or style. Above all, we choose things we genuinely admire and would be happy to have in our own home. Every item is individually inspected, researched and professionally photographed, with clear descriptions and honest condition reports to help you buy with confidence.

We believe good furniture should have a long life. Choosing antique keeps well-made furniture and existing materials in use, and we favour sympathetic restoration that preserves the patina and character acquired over generations.

VIEWING

Viewing is welcome by appointment at our premises in North Yorkshire, on the border with Lancashire. If there is anything you would like to know before purchasing, we are always happy to answer questions or provide additional photographs.

DELIVERY & COLLECTION

Collection is welcome by arrangement. We can usually arrange delivery throughout mainland UK using trusted independent couriers, charged at cost. As a general guide, delivery for an average-sized chest of drawers is typically £80–£100. Larger items and more remote locations will incur higher charges.

Most deliveries are completed within approximately two weeks, although faster delivery may sometimes be available. Please contact us with your postcode for a delivery quotation before purchasing.

AUTHENTICITY & CONDITION

We strive to describe every item as accurately and honestly as possible. Statements regarding age, attribution, origin and provenance are offered in good faith and represent our professional opinion based on the information available at the time of listing.

As all of our items are antique or vintage, signs of age and use should be expected. Old repairs, knocks, wear, variations in colour and other minor imperfections are often part of a piece’s history and character. Where condition affects its integrity, appearance or usefulness, we will endeavour to make this clear in the description.

Declaration

Also Antique Furniture has dated this Oak Refectory Dining Table to the 1920s.

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SA1233165
Description
DESCRIPTION
A substantial early 20th century oak refectory table of traditional trestle construction and generous proportions.
Also Antique Furniture

The long rectangular top is formed from three broad oak planks with cleated ends, raised on a pair of shaped trestle supports with pierced, scrolling profiles. The supports are joined by a substantial central stretcher and terminate in broad sledge feet with carved detailing. At over 2.6 metres long, this is an impressive and highly usable dining or kitchen table, comfortably suited to a large room.

fig 1. An early twentieth-century dark oak refectory dining table featuring a plank top, pierced trestle end supports, and a central connecting stretcher.
fig 1. Early 20th Century Oak Refectory Dining Table

DIMENSIONS

Length: 264 cm

Width: 103 cm

Height: 74 cm

Height to underside of table: 70 cm

CONDITION

Presented in good antique condition with marks, knocks, splits and scratches commensurate with age and use. There is a little movement or rocking along the long axis as is inherent in the trestle construction, but the table is structurally sound and ready for use.

fig 2. An early twentieth-century dark oak refectory dining table featuring a plank top, pierced trestle end supports, and a central connecting stretcher.
fig 2. Early 20th Century Oak Refectory Dining Table

Overall, a substantial and attractive oak table of impressive proportions.

As an antique or vintage piece, signs of age and use should be expected and are part of its character. The photographs form an important part of the description and should be viewed alongside the written condition report. If you would like further information or additional photographs, we are always happy to help before purchase. If any dimensions are critical, please check these with us before purchasing.

fig 3. An early twentieth-century dark oak refectory dining table featuring a plank top, pierced trestle end supports, and a central connecting stretcher.
fig 3. Early 20th Century Oak Refectory Dining Table

ABOUT ALSO ANTIQUES

Thank you for viewing this piece from Also Antiques. We carefully select antique furniture and decorative objects for their quality, craftsmanship, character and individuality. Our tastes are broad, and we’re happy to be led by the piece rather than a particular period or style. Above all, we choose things we genuinely admire and would be happy to have in our own home. Every item is individually inspected, researched and professionally photographed, with clear descriptions and honest condition reports to help you buy with confidence.

fig 4. An early twentieth-century dark oak refectory dining table featuring a plank top, pierced trestle end supports, and a central connecting stretcher.
fig 4. Early 20th Century Oak Refectory Dining Table

We believe good furniture should have a long life. Choosing antique keeps well-made furniture and existing materials in use, and we favour sympathetic restoration that preserves the patina and character acquired over generations.

fig 5. An early twentieth-century dark oak refectory dining table featuring a plank top, pierced trestle end supports, and a central connecting stretcher.
fig 5. Early 20th Century Oak Refectory Dining Table

VIEWING

Viewing is welcome by appointment at our premises in North Yorkshire, on the border with Lancashire. If there is anything you would like to know before purchasing, we are always happy to answer questions or provide additional photographs.

fig 6. An early twentieth-century dark oak refectory dining table featuring a plank top, pierced trestle end supports, and a central connecting stretcher.
fig 6. Early 20th Century Oak Refectory Dining Table

DELIVERY & COLLECTION

Collection is welcome by arrangement. We can usually arrange delivery throughout mainland UK using trusted independent couriers, charged at cost. As a general guide, delivery for an average-sized chest of drawers is typically £80–£100. Larger items and more remote locations will incur higher charges.

fig 7. An early twentieth-century dark oak refectory dining table featuring a plank top, pierced trestle end supports, and a central connecting stretcher.
fig 7. Early 20th Century Oak Refectory Dining Table

Most deliveries are completed within approximately two weeks, although faster delivery may sometimes be available. Please contact us with your postcode for a delivery quotation before purchasing.

AUTHENTICITY & CONDITION

fig 8. An early twentieth-century dark oak refectory dining table featuring a plank top, pierced trestle end supports, and a central connecting stretcher.
fig 8. Early 20th Century Oak Refectory Dining Table

We strive to describe every item as accurately and honestly as possible. Statements regarding age, attribution, origin and provenance are offered in good faith and represent our professional opinion based on the information available at the time of listing.

fig 9. An early twentieth-century dark oak refectory dining table featuring a plank top, pierced trestle end supports, and a central connecting stretcher.
fig 9. Early 20th Century Oak Refectory Dining Table

As all of our items are antique or vintage, signs of age and use should be expected. Old repairs, knocks, wear, variations in colour and other minor imperfections are often part of a piece’s history and character. Where condition affects its integrity, appearance or usefulness, we will endeavour to make this clear in the description.

Date of Manufacture

Also Antique Furniture has dated this Oak Refectory Dining Table to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1233165
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Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2025

Antique furniture, chosen for character and quality.

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An early twentieth-century dark oak refectory dining table featuring a plank top, pierced trestle end supports, and a central connecting stretcher.
Early 20th Century Oak Refectory Dining Table
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A refectory dining table is a long, narrow table originally designed for communal dining in monasteries during the Middle Ages. The style evolved into a staple of European domestic furniture, characterised by solid wood construction, plank tops, and sturdy trestle bases.

Traditional refectory tables are crafted from solid hardwoods such as oak, elm, or walnut. Construction features include thick planked tops, mortise and tenon joinery, and heavy stretchers secured with wooden pegs or key-tenons.

Authentic early 20th-century pieces often exhibit hand-planed top surfaces, historic timber shrinkage, and genuine wear along the stretcher rails. Look for traditional joinery techniques, natural patination, and age-appropriate wood grain variations.

Anchor the table in a dining room alongside modern contemporary seating, such as slender leather or wire-frame chairs, to create visual balance. Pair the timber top with simple ceramic tableware or a textured linen runner to emphasize the wood grain.

Maintain solid oak furniture by dusting regularly with a soft cloth and applying a quality beeswax polish twice annually. Protect the surface from extreme heat and moisture by using trivets and coasters, and maintain consistent indoor humidity levels.
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