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Antique 20th Century Carved Oak Dining Table | Refectory Style
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Antique 20th Century Carved Oak Dining Table | Refectory Style

1900 - 1920
For Sale by ActFurniture LTD
Description

Antique 20th century refectory style dining table in oak, a substantial and beautifully made piece with an impressive yet welcoming appearance.

Well made and of good quality, it has the generous proportions and sturdy construction needed to make a wonderful centrepiece for family meals and gatherings.?The table stands on turned legs with detailed carved decoration, joined by a supporting stretcher that gives the piece added strength and character.

These features create an impressive, well-balanced design that looks equally at home in a traditional dining room or a spacious kitchen.?The oak displays a rich, warm colour with gorgeous natural grain throughout, enhancing the carved detailing and giving the table plenty of depth and individuality. Its classic refectory style makes it a highly desirable piece with lasting appeal.?Presented in good condition, this attractive dining table would bring warmth and a welcoming sense of occasion to any mealtime.

Product Reference : AF - 6385

Measurements : 152cm (60") Width x 72.5cm (28½") Depth x 78cm (30½") Height [ 65cm (25½") Knee Height ]

As with all antique and vintage furniture, pieces may show signs of age, use and wear, all of which form part of their character and history. Please study the photographs carefully, as they form part of the description and condition report.

We’re a family-run antique furniture business based in Malvern, Worcestershire. All of our pieces are available to view at our stockroom by appointment only. If you’d like additional photographs, measurements or to arrange a viewing, we’re always happy to help and aim to respond as quickly as possible.

Delivery – £65

• Delivery is available throughout the UK mainland, including most areas of Scotland.

• Each piece is carefully wrapped and protected prior to dispatch and delivered by our trusted private courier using a two-person team.

• Your piece will be delivered to the room of your choice, provided there is suitable access. For items supplied in sections, assembly is not included as part of the delivery service.

• Our standard delivery timeframe is approximately 3–15 working days from receipt of payment. The courier will contact you directly to confirm the delivery date and provide an approximate arrival time.

• If you have any particular delivery requirements, please let us know before purchasing and we’ll do our best to accommodate them.

Collection – Free

Collection is available free of charge from our stockroom at WR6 5JE, by appointment only. Please contact us in advance to arrange a convenient collection date and time.

Thank you for viewing this piece. Should you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Physical Dimensions
Height
78cm (30.71")
Width
152cm (59.84")
Depth
72.5cm (28.54")
Declaration

ActFurniture LTD has dated this Carved Oak Refectory Table to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1238568
Dealers Internal Reference
AF-6385
Description
Antique 20th century refectory style dining table in oak, a substantial and beautifully made piece with an impressive yet welcoming appearance.
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Well made and of good quality, it has the generous proportions and sturdy construction needed to make a wonderful centrepiece for family meals and gatherings.
ActFurniture LTD

?The table stands on turned legs with detailed carved decoration, joined by a supporting stretcher that gives the piece added strength and character.

fig 1. A dark oak refectory dining table featuring carved cup-and-cover legs joined by a floor-level stretcher.
fig 1. Antique 20th Century Carved Oak Dining Table | Refectory Style

These features create an impressive, well-balanced design that looks equally at home in a traditional dining room or a spacious kitchen.?The oak displays a rich, warm colour with gorgeous natural grain throughout, enhancing the carved detailing and giving the table plenty of depth and individuality. Its classic refectory style makes it a highly desirable piece with lasting appeal.?Presented in good condition, this attractive dining table would bring warmth and a welcoming sense of occasion to any mealtime.

fig 2. A dark oak refectory dining table featuring carved cup-and-cover legs joined by a floor-level stretcher.
fig 2. Antique 20th Century Carved Oak Dining Table | Refectory Style

Product Reference : AF - 6385

Measurements : 152cm (60") Width x 72.5cm (28½") Depth x 78cm (30½") Height [ 65cm (25½") Knee Height ]

As with all antique and vintage furniture, pieces may show signs of age, use and wear, all of which form part of their character and history. Please study the photographs carefully, as they form part of the description and condition report.

fig 3. A dark oak refectory dining table featuring carved cup-and-cover legs joined by a floor-level stretcher.
fig 3. Antique 20th Century Carved Oak Dining Table | Refectory Style

We’re a family-run antique furniture business based in Malvern, Worcestershire. All of our pieces are available to view at our stockroom by appointment only. If you’d like additional photographs, measurements or to arrange a viewing, we’re always happy to help and aim to respond as quickly as possible.

fig 4. A dark oak refectory dining table featuring carved cup-and-cover legs joined by a floor-level stretcher.
fig 4. Antique 20th Century Carved Oak Dining Table | Refectory Style

Delivery – £65

• Delivery is available throughout the UK mainland, including most areas of Scotland.

• Each piece is carefully wrapped and protected prior to dispatch and delivered by our trusted private courier using a two-person team.

fig 5. A dark oak refectory dining table featuring carved cup-and-cover legs joined by a floor-level stretcher.
fig 5. Antique 20th Century Carved Oak Dining Table | Refectory Style

• Your piece will be delivered to the room of your choice, provided there is suitable access. For items supplied in sections, assembly is not included as part of the delivery service.

• Our standard delivery timeframe is approximately 3–15 working days from receipt of payment. The courier will contact you directly to confirm the delivery date and provide an approximate arrival time.

• If you have any particular delivery requirements, please let us know before purchasing and we’ll do our best to accommodate them.

Collection – Free

Collection is available free of charge from our stockroom at WR6 5JE, by appointment only. Please contact us in advance to arrange a convenient collection date and time.

Thank you for viewing this piece. Should you have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Height
78cm (30.71")
Width
152cm (59.84")
Depth
72.5cm (28.54")
Date of Manufacture

ActFurniture LTD has dated this Carved Oak Refectory Table to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1238568
Dealers Internal Ref
AF-6385
ActFurniture LTD
ActFurniture LTD
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2023
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A dark oak refectory dining table featuring carved cup-and-cover legs joined by a floor-level stretcher.
Antique 20th Century Carved Oak Dining Table | Refectory Style
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  • ObjectDining Tables
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleJacobean Revival
  • MaterialOak
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsCarved cup-and-cover legs, Central stretcher, Trestle base, Carved apron
  • SizeH 78 cm (31 in) x W 152 cm (60 in) x D 72.5 cm (29 in)

This antique 20th century refectory style dining table is executed in dark brown oak in the Jacobean Revival style, dating to 1920. The piece is constructed with a rectangular top above a carved apron and rests on turned cup-and-cover legs with detailed carved decoration. The legs are joined by a central floor-level stretcher and supported by a sturdy trestle base with feet. The natural timber displays a visible grain throughout, with moulded edges visible on the tabletop and framework.\n\nMeasuring 78 cm high, 152 cm wide, and 72.5 cm deep, the table provides generous proportions for everyday use. It functions as a substantial dining table suitable for family meals and gatherings in a traditional dining room or a spacious kitchen within an English country house setting.

A refectory table is a long wooden dining table originally used for communal dining in medieval monasteries. The design features a rectangular tabletop set over sturdy legs or trestles linked by a central stretcher.

Refectory tables are typically built from solid hardwoods, most commonly oak, walnut, or elm. Construction methods incorporate mortise and tenon joinery alongside hand-carved decorative legs or turned supports.

Revival pieces display period-inspired decorative motifs, such as carved cup-and-cover legs or acanthus details, combined with uniform joinery techniques. Natural wear patterns on the low stretcher rail and feet also indicate authentic usage over time.

A refectory table can be styled by pairing it with contemporary dining chairs, minimalist glassware, or low-hanging modern pendant lighting to create contrast. Its long rectangular proportions make it suited for central placement in open-plan dining rooms.

Clean solid oak surfaces using a dry or slightly damp microfibre cloth, drying immediately afterwards. Regular application of a clear beeswax polish helps protect the wood finish, while keeping the piece away from direct radiator heat prevents warping.
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