What is a Georgian scullery table?

Originating in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, scullery tables were utilitarian work surfaces used in domestic service areas of English country houses for food preparation and storage.

What materials and construction methods were used in Regency pine tables?

These tables were typically crafted from solid pine or deal, featuring simple joinery such as mortise and tenon joints, straight tapered legs, and wooden tops fitted with low upstand backboards.

How can authentic Georgian pine furniture be identified?

Authentic Georgian pine pieces display hand-cut dovetail joints on drawers, square or turned leg profiles, historic surface wear, and turned wooden drawer knobs secured from behind.

How can a pair of antique serving tables be styled in a modern interior?

A pair of serving tables can be arranged side-by-side as an extended sideboard in a dining room, placed behind a long sofa, or positioned independently as twin console tables in a hallway.

How should one care for an antique pine table?

Preserve the wood surface by dusting regularly with a microfibre cloth and applying high-grade beeswax twice a year, avoiding chemical cleaners and direct sources of heat.

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Antique English Georgian Regency Pair of 6ft Pine Scullery Kitchen Serving Refectory Dining Tables (Circa 1820)

19th century

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Description

This is a rare pair of antique English Regency 6ft pine scullery / serving tables, with an interesting provenance, originating from Aqualate Hall in Staffordshire, circa 1820, in excellent original condition.

Summary:

• Item: Scullery / Serving Table

• Circa: 1820

• Period: Late Georgian / Regency

• Provenance: Aqualate Hall, Staffordshire, UK

• Wood: Solid pine

• Size: 6ft long x 2ft 4” deep

• Solid pine top with up-stand

• Original scumbled finish

• Traditional joined construction

• Straight moulded frieze

• Tapered legs

• Single pine lined drawer to each table

• Original ebonised tubed knob to drawer

• Hand-dovetailed drawer construction

• Solid in joint and very sturdy

• Excellent colour & grain configuration

• Excellent condition

• Good build quality

• Free delivery to England, Wales & southern Scotland*

• Free 14-day UK returns policy

These tables were originally made for Aqualate Hall to be used in their scullery for preparation and serving of food. They have not moved from the scullery since they were commissioned for this property! The tables are constructed in the traditional joined manner, boasting a solid pine boarded top with an up-stand to the backs of the tables. Please note, the upstands have a cured end on opposite ends of each table – this allows for a table to stand on the left and a table on the right on the same wall. Below, the tables feature a straight moulded frieze to the front, rear and left side. To the centre of the table is a pine lined drawer, with hand-dovetail construction and retaining the original ebonised turned knobs. The tables are raised on sturdy tapered pine legs. The tables retain the original lovely scumbled finish having been wax-polished to a professional standard in our workshop; therefore, they boast a lovely colour & grain configuration.

Condition Report:

This is a rare pair of antique English Regency 6ft pine scullery / serving tables, originating from Aqualate Hall on the Staffordshire / Shropshire border, circa 1820, in excellent overall original condition. The tables are a true original pair. They have not moved from the scullery since they were commissioned for this property! Nominal old use marks to the top, the frame and leading edges. The tops of the tables show signs of daily usage (see photos), but this does not affect the appearance or usability of the table. The tables are solid with no breaks, structural damage or loose movements. The table frames retain the original scumbled finish. The tables have been cleaned and wax-polished in our workshop, to a professional standard. The tables boast a fantastic rich colour and patination; this can only be achieved through age and years of care and cleaning it has received. The drawers are in good working order and retain the original ebonised turned knobs. The tables are of good build quality, are solid in joint and ready to use.

Dimensions:

External Height (Including Upstand) = 87.5cm or 34½” or 2ft 10½”

Table Top Height = 79.1cm or 31” or 2ft 7”

Knee Height = 62.4cm or 24½” or 2ft 0½”

Width = 183.1cm or 72” or 6ft

Depth = 72cm or 28” or 2ft 4”

Free UK Delivery*:

We offer free delivery to mainland England, Wales, and Southern Scotland. *We do not offer free delivery to locations north of Stirling in Scotland, Northern Ireland, or any British Islands off the mainland. If you live in one of the areas, please contact us for a delivery quote.

Free 14 Days UK Returns & Refunds:

A free 14-day “no quibble” returns policy is available if you are not happy with this item. We will collect the item free of charge from you.

International Buyers:

Please contact us for a shipping quote.

Physical Dimensions

Height

87.5cm (34.45")

Width

183.1cm (72.09")

Depth

72cm (28.35")

Declaration

Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this Georgian Pine Serving Table to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA840037

Dealers Internal Reference

57269

Dealers Notes

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Description

fig 1. A pair of long Georgian dark stained pine serving tables with low backboard upstands and central drawers standing on square legs. — fig 1. Antique English Georgian Regency Pair of 6ft Pine Scullery Kitchen Serving Refectory Dining Tables (Circa 1820)

Summary:

• Item: Scullery / Serving Table

• Circa: 1820

• Period: Late Georgian / Regency

• Provenance: Aqualate Hall, Staffordshire, UK

• Wood: Solid pine

• Size: 6ft long x 2ft 4” deep

• Solid pine top with up-stand

fig 2. A pair of long Georgian dark stained pine serving tables with low backboard upstands and central drawers standing on square legs. — fig 2. Antique English Georgian Regency Pair of 6ft Pine Scullery Kitchen Serving Refectory Dining Tables (Circa 1820)

• Original scumbled finish

• Traditional joined construction

• Straight moulded frieze

• Tapered legs

• Single pine lined drawer to each table

• Original ebonised tubed knob to drawer

• Hand-dovetailed drawer construction

fig 3. A pair of long Georgian dark stained pine serving tables with low backboard upstands and central drawers standing on square legs. — fig 3. Antique English Georgian Regency Pair of 6ft Pine Scullery Kitchen Serving Refectory Dining Tables (Circa 1820)

• Solid in joint and very sturdy

• Excellent colour & grain configuration

• Excellent condition

• Good build quality

• Free delivery to England, Wales & southern Scotland*

• Free 14-day UK returns policy

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These tables were originally made for Aqualate Hall to be used in their scullery for preparation and serving of food.

Yolanda Gray Antiques

They have not moved from the scullery since they were commissioned for this property! The tables are constructed in the traditional joined manner, boasting a solid pine boarded top with an up-stand to the backs of the tables. Please note, the upstands have a cured end on opposite ends of each table – this allows for a table to stand on the left and a table on the right on the same wall. Below, the tables feature a straight moulded frieze to the front, rear and left side. To the centre of the table is a pine lined drawer, with hand-dovetail construction and retaining the original ebonised turned knobs. The tables are raised on sturdy tapered pine legs. The tables retain the original lovely scumbled finish having been wax-polished to a professional standard in our workshop; therefore, they boast a lovely colour & grain configuration.

fig 4. A pair of long Georgian dark stained pine serving tables with low backboard upstands and central drawers standing on square legs. — fig 4. Antique English Georgian Regency Pair of 6ft Pine Scullery Kitchen Serving Refectory Dining Tables (Circa 1820)

Condition Report:

This is a rare pair of antique English Regency 6ft pine scullery / serving tables, originating from Aqualate Hall on the Staffordshire / Shropshire border, circa 1820, in excellent overall original condition. The tables are a true original pair. They have not moved from the scullery since they were commissioned for this property! Nominal old use marks to the top, the frame and leading edges. The tops of the tables show signs of daily usage (see photos), but this does not affect the appearance or usability of the table. The tables are solid with no breaks, structural damage or loose movements. The table frames retain the original scumbled finish. The tables have been cleaned and wax-polished in our workshop, to a professional standard. The tables boast a fantastic rich colour and patination; this can only be achieved through age and years of care and cleaning it has received. The drawers are in good working order and retain the original ebonised turned knobs. The tables are of good build quality, are solid in joint and ready to use.

fig 5. A pair of long Georgian dark stained pine serving tables with low backboard upstands and central drawers standing on square legs. — fig 5. Antique English Georgian Regency Pair of 6ft Pine Scullery Kitchen Serving Refectory Dining Tables (Circa 1820)

Dimensions:

External Height (Including Upstand) = 87.5cm or 34½” or 2ft 10½”

Table Top Height = 79.1cm or 31” or 2ft 7”

Knee Height = 62.4cm or 24½” or 2ft 0½”

Width = 183.1cm or 72” or 6ft

Depth = 72cm or 28” or 2ft 4”

fig 6. A pair of long Georgian dark stained pine serving tables with low backboard upstands and central drawers standing on square legs. — fig 6. Antique English Georgian Regency Pair of 6ft Pine Scullery Kitchen Serving Refectory Dining Tables (Circa 1820)

Free UK Delivery*:

We offer free delivery to mainland England, Wales, and Southern Scotland. *We do not offer free delivery to locations north of Stirling in Scotland, Northern Ireland, or any British Islands off the mainland. If you live in one of the areas, please contact us for a delivery quote.