Antique Elm Farmhouse Table 19th Century

Name: Large Elm Farmhouse Table 1800s
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1236629
Price: 2950 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectDining Tables
Period19th century
StyleRustic Country
MaterialElm
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsPlank top, Tapered legs, Pegged joinery, Simple apron
SizeH 77 cm (30 in) x W 231 cm (91 in) x D 82 cm (32 in)

FAQs

Farmhouse tables were the central workhorses of 19th-century rural households, constructed by local carpenters for daily dining and food preparation. Elm was frequently chosen in regional Britain due to its dense, water-resistant grain and high durability under heavy everyday use.

Traditional country tables were constructed using solid native hardwoods like elm, oak, or pine, fitted with mortise and tenon joinery secured with wooden pegs. Tops typically consisted of thick, wide planks secured to a sturdy apron frame resting on square tapered or turned legs.

Authentic period pieces display evidence of historical hand-planing or pit-saw marks on the undersides of the planks, along with natural timber shrinkage around wooden peg joints. Genuine age reveals uneven surface patination, subtle surface wear, and distinct timber oxidisation that modern reproductions cannot replicate.

An antique timber table creates a grounding focal point when contrasted with contemporary mid-century modern or steel-framed dining chairs. The warmth of natural wood balances minimalist architectural spaces, concrete flooring, or modern neutral colour schemes.

Maintain the finish by regularly applying a high-quality clear beeswax polish using a soft cotton cloth to nourish the timber grain. Keep the table away from direct heat sources such as radiators to prevent warping, and wipe away liquid spills immediately.

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Large Elm Farmhouse Table 1800s