Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the 1850s.
The Victorian oval dining table retains its two original leaves; which can be fitted by pulling out the telescopic extending mechanism – the mechanism is in excellent original condition. The length extends from 4ft 7?” to 7ft 5?” and can seat up to 8 persons. The dining table can therefore be used as both a circular or oval dining table. The Victorian oval dining table is also 4ft 7¼” wide, allowing for plenty of space to fit serving plates in centre of the table.
The wooden telescopic mechanism was an earlier design for adjusting the lengths of dining tables, later superseded by steel threaded winding bar and winding handle. One benefit of this earlier mechanism, is that it does not feature the steel mechanism, thus less parts, which means there is less to fail, when operating the mechanism. The Victorian oval dining table is opened by two persons pulling each “D” end apart. The table can be closed by two persons pushing the table together.
Condition Report:
This is a superb quality antique English Victorian solid mahogany extendable oval dining table, circa 1860, which seats up to eight persons, and extends up to 7ft 5” long, in excellent original condition. The table has been cleaned and wax-polished to a professional standard in our workshop; therefore, the colour and form of the table is in excellent overall condition. Nominal old use marks to the leading edges, but nothing significant, considering the age of the item. The telescopic wooden mechanism is original and in good working condition. The leaves comfortably fit and lock into place between the ‘D-ends’ and retain their original brass locks on the underside of oval dining table. There are no splits are warps to the leaves. The central pedestal is secure, no breaks to the legs and brass castors are original. The table has been made from top quality mahogany timber it is well constructed, solid in join and ready to use. Quite rare to find an oval dining table in such good condition.
Dimensions:
Height = 77.5cm / 30½” / 2ft 6½”
Max Length (2 leaves in place) = 226.5cm / 89?” / 7ft 5?”
Min Length (2 leaves removed) = 140cm / 55?” / 4ft 7?”
Depth = 140.5cm / 55¼” / 4ft 7¼”
Knee Height (under frieze) = 66.5cm / 26?” / 2ft 2?”
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About the Seller:
This item is being sold by Yola Gray Antiques who is an accredited member of LAPADA (the UK’s largest Trade Association of Professional Art and Antique Dealers) and CINOA. CINOA is the world association of Art & Antique dealer associations.
Yola Gray has dealt in fine art and antique furniture for over 40 years.
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Yolanda Gray Antiques has dated this piece to the 1850s.
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Yolanda Gray Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA CINOA
Antique English Victorian Oval Mahogany Extending Eight Seat Pedestal Dining Table / 7ft 5” Long (Circa 1850)
