Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the 1850s.
The four leaves continue the same design, incorporating a skirt frieze, which is a true sign of quality. The oak dining table is raised on four oak legs in each corner, supported by a fifth leg to the centre of the dining table. The legs are decsigned with octagonal shaped knees, finely decorated with ebonised rings and inset domes, above ebonised fluted tapering legs, which terminates on the origin brass castor cups and porcelain wheels. The oak dining table consists of two identical “d” end halves, which are attached via the original metal barrel winding mechanism. The winding mechanism and runners are in excellent original condition, and have been constructed to a very high standard, including brass stopping plates. This mechanism can be used to wind the two halves together to create a small rectangular antique oak table, which will seat four people. By winding the mechanism out, the two ends separate to create a space into which up to five oak leaves can be inserted, to create an elongated table. With the five leaves inserted, the oak dining table measures 15ft in length and will seat up to 16 -18 people, depending on the size of chair used (see photos of chairs around table). The number of chairs will be dependent on the size (width) of chair. The original winding mechanism, is operated by use of a crank, which inserts into a hole at one end of the antique dining table and turns a central crankshaft that runs under the table top.
Condition Report:
The winding mechanism and runners are of excellent original working condition, and have been constructed to a very high standard, including brass stopping plates. The table retains its original winding handle. Nominal old use marks to the leading edges, but nothing significant, considering the age of the item. The legs retain their gothic Pugin decorative work, all of which is in excellent condition. The Victorian dining table includes its two original leaves, with three later leaves. The table retains its original legs and brass castors. The table is extremely well-constructed, solid in join and ready to use.
Dimensions:
Height = 73cm / 28¾” / 2ft 4¾”
Width (closed) = 156cm / 61” / 5ft 1”
Width (fully extended) = 457.3cm / 180” / 15ft
Depth = 132.1cm / 52” / 4ft 4”
Knee Height = 59.5cm / 23½” / 1ft 11½”
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About the Seller:
This item is being sold by Yola Gray Antiques who is an accredited member of LAPADA and CINOA.
Ref. 68783
Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the 1850s.
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Antique English Victorian 15ft Gillows Pugin Style Extending Oak Dining Boardroom Table Seats 18 People (Circa 1850)
