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Bleached Oak Farmhouse Dining Table Refectory French Country Style
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Bleached Oak Farmhouse Dining Table Refectory French Country Style

1940 - 1960
Description

A beautiful bleached oak farmhouse dining table, professionally refinished to create a lovely light, weathered oak appearance while retaining the natural grain and rustic character of the timber.

The table features an attractive plank-effect top with a decorative moulded border, traditional turned legs and a sturdy stretcher all from solid oak.

The table comes with one extension leaf, allowing you to increase the dining space.

Dimensions:

Length with leaf - 84 Inch

Length without - 66 Inch

Height - 30 Inch

Width - 36 Inch

Date of Manufacture

The Bleached Barn has dated this Bleached Oak Refectory Table to the 1960s.

Independent Date Check ID 09715903
Dealer's Item Date1960s
Sellingantiques Date1960s
Sellingantiques agingItem 45-80 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1960s:
Sliding oak support arms: mid-twentieth-century draw-leaf engineering.
Machine-turned column legs: consistent factory lathe work from the post-war era.
Neat square-cut stretcher joints: mid-twentieth-century workshop production.
Stripped oak grain: recent bleaching over mature twentieth-century timber.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

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SA1245129
Dealers Notes

At The Bleached Barn, every piece is carefully selected and prepared with an appreciation for quality, character and craftsmanship. With over 15 years of experience in french polishing and furniture restoration, we take pride in bringing beautiful antique furniture back to life while retaining its original charm and character.

We offer a personal service and are happy to assist with any enquiries, this can be bespoke refinishing including a variety of french polishing colours to suit your home.

Description
A beautiful bleached oak farmhouse dining table, professionally refinished to create a lovely light, weathered oak appearance while retaining the natural grain and rustic character of the timber.
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The table features an attractive plank-effect top with a decorative moulded border, traditional turned legs and a sturdy stretcher all from solid oak.
The Bleached Barn

The table comes with one extension leaf, allowing you to increase the dining space.

Dimensions:

Length with leaf - 84 Inch

Length without - 66 Inch

Height - 30 Inch

Width - 36 Inch

Date of Manufacture

The Bleached Barn has dated this Bleached Oak Refectory Table to the 1960s.

Independent Date Report ID 09715903
Dealer's Item Date1960s
Sellingantiques dating1960s
Sellingantiques agingItem 45-80 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1960s:
Sliding oak support arms: mid-twentieth-century draw-leaf engineering.
Machine-turned column legs: consistent factory lathe work from the post-war era.
Neat square-cut stretcher joints: mid-twentieth-century workshop production.
Stripped oak grain: recent bleaching over mature twentieth-century timber.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Reference Numbers
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SA1245129
The Bleached Barn
The Bleached Barn
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2026

Specialists in antique furniture, traditional restoration and bespoke french polishing.

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Archive I A rectangular bleached oak refectory dining table featuring a solid plank top, sturdy turned legs, and an H-shaped stretcher base.

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Archive III A rectangular bleached oak refectory dining table featuring a solid plank top, sturdy turned legs, and an H-shaped stretcher base. View III
Archive IV A rectangular bleached oak refectory dining table featuring a solid plank top, sturdy turned legs, and an H-shaped stretcher base. View IV
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A rectangular bleached oak refectory dining table featuring a solid plank top, sturdy turned legs, and an H-shaped stretcher base.
Bleached Oak Farmhouse Dining Table Refectory French Country Style
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  • ObjectDining Tables
  • Period1940 - 1960
  • StyleFrench Country
  • MaterialOak
  • ColourPale Oak
  • MotifsTurned legs, H-stretcher base, Plank top, Breadboard ends

This French Country farmhouse dining table dates from 1960 and is made from solid oak with a pale bleached finish. The surface displays a natural grain pattern with a weathered appearance, constructed with a plank top, breadboard ends and a moulded border. Below, the piece rests on robust turned legs connected by a sturdy H-shaped stretcher base. The table measures 168 cm long without the extension leaf, increasing to 213 cm with it, stands 76 cm high and is 91 cm wide. Position this refectory table in a kitchen or dining room as a central gathering space for everyday meals or family gatherings. The light timber tones complement traditional and rustic interiors, offering versatile seating arrangements for both intimate dinners and larger occasions.

FAQs

Refectory tables originated in medieval monasteries for communal dining, characterised by long, rectangular proportions, solid plank tops, and heavy lower stretchers designed for structural support.

Traditional refectory tables are constructed from solid European hardwoods such as oak, elm, or walnut, utilizing mortise and tenon joinery alongside hand-pegged supports.

Authentic pieces feature hand-planed top surfaces, uneven wear on the lower foot stretchers, historic pegged joinery without modern steel fasteners, and subtle timber movement consistent with age.

Pair a light, bleached oak table with minimalist contemporary chairs, neutral linen textiles, and sculptural ceramic tableware to balance traditional craftsmanship with clean architectural lines.

Maintain bleached timber by applying a clear matte wax or low-sheen protective sealant, clearing spills immediately with a dry cloth, and using trivets to shield the raw finish from heat and moisture.
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