Bleached Oak Refectory Table 1900 - 1920

Name: Bleached Oak Refectory Table
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA695933
Price: 1650 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectDining Tables
Period1900 - 1920
StyleRustic Farmhouse
MaterialBleached Oak, Solid Oak
ColourLight Brown
MotifsTrestle supports, Pegged stretcher, Bleached finish, Shaped end uprights
SizeH 77.5 cm (31 in) x W 229 cm (90 in) x D 86.5 cm (34 in)

This early twentieth century tavern table follows an Arts and Crafts style of design. Made from solid oak in a natural bleached light brown colour, the piece has a rectangular top with natural movement visible across the surface, supported by shaped end uprights on trestle feet and a pegged central stretcher. The sturdy construction dismantles for transport. The table stands 77.5 cm high, 229 cm wide, and 86.5 cm deep. Suitable for use as a dining table in a kitchen or dining room, this substantial rustic farmhouse seating surface provides ample space for meals and gatherings. The light timber finish integrates easily with various interior decors, while the simple utilitarian lines suit both traditional and contemporary homes.

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A refectory table is a long, narrow dining table originally created for communal dining in medieval monasteries. Over time, the design evolved into a standard form of domestic dining room furniture, typically featuring heavy timber tops and trestle or turned leg supports.

Traditional oak refectory tables feature solid timber tops resting on robust upright supports or turned legs. Trestle versions use a central low stretcher secured with removable wooden pegs or keys to hold the structural end panels tightly in place.

Authentic period examples display signs of hand-planed surfaces, pegged joinery, irregular timber dimensions, and natural wear patterns along the footrest stretcher. Inspecting the underside reveals age-appropriate oxidisation and structural character distinct from modern reproductions.

A bleached oak refectory table pairs well with contemporary upholstered dining chairs or minimalist metal seating to create architectural contrast. The pale timber tones integrate effortlessly into Scandinavian, contemporary farmhouse, or modern rustic aesthetics.

Keep bleached oak clean by wiping it with a dry or slightly damp microfibre cloth, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners. Applying a clear matte beeswax or specialist un-tinted furniture wax periodically protects the raw appearance while shielding the timber surface from moisture.

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