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19th Century Swedish Drum Table
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19th Century Swedish Drum Table

19th century
For Sale by Arcadia Antiques
Description

Early 19th century Swedish birch drum / lamp table with numerous drawers in the frieze. 1820.

Code: 8725

Dimensions:

H: 29" (73.7 cm)

Di: 31.5" (80 cm)

Date of Manufacture

Arcadia Antiques has dated this Swedish Satin Birch Drum Table to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
74cm (29.13")
Width
80cm (31.50")
Depth
80cm (31.50")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1117359
Dealers Internal Reference
8725
Description
Early 19th century Swedish birch drum / lamp table with numerous drawers in the frieze. 1820.

Code: 8725

Dimensions:

H: 29" (73.7 cm)

Di: 31.5" (80 cm)

Date of Manufacture

Arcadia Antiques has dated this Swedish Satin Birch Drum Table to the 19th Century.

Height
74cm (29.13")
Width
80cm (31.50")
Depth
80cm (31.50")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1117359
Dealers Internal Ref
8725
Arcadia Antiques
Arcadia Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
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A 19th-century Swedish Biedermeier drum table in satin birch with a circular top, frieze drawers, central pedestal column, and four splayed legs.
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Archive I A 19th-century Swedish Biedermeier drum table in satin birch with a circular top, frieze drawers, central pedestal column, and four splayed legs.

19th Century Swedish Drum Table

Archive II A 19th-century Swedish Biedermeier drum table in satin birch with a circular top, frieze drawers, central pedestal column, and four splayed legs. View II
Archive III A 19th-century Swedish Biedermeier drum table in satin birch with a circular top, frieze drawers, central pedestal column, and four splayed legs. View III
Archive IV A 19th-century Swedish Biedermeier drum table in satin birch with a circular top, frieze drawers, central pedestal column, and four splayed legs. View IV
Archive V A 19th-century Swedish Biedermeier drum table in satin birch with a circular top, frieze drawers, central pedestal column, and four splayed legs. View V
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Location
Westfields Farm
Fosse Way
Radford Semele
Leamington Spa
Warwickshire
CV31 1XL
Verified Since Jun 2009
Items For Sale 675
Items Sold 6,185
Arcadia Antiques
Arcadia Antiques
Verified Since Jun 2009
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Location: Westfields Farm, Fosse Way, Radford Semele, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, CV31 1XL,
Verified
Jun 2009
For Sale
675
Sold
6,185
A 19th-century Swedish Biedermeier drum table in satin birch with a circular top, frieze drawers, central pedestal column, and four splayed legs.
19th Century Swedish Drum Table
Ref: SA1117359
A 19th-century Swedish Biedermeier drum table in satin birch with a circular top, frieze drawers, central pedestal column, and four splayed legs.
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  • ObjectCentre Tables
  • Period19th century
  • StyleSwedish Biedermeier
  • MaterialSatin Birch, Pine, Bone
  • ColourWarm Amber
  • MotifsSplayed quadform legs, Central pedestal column, Frieze drawers, Scrolled feet
  • SizeH 74 cm (29 in) x W 80 cm (31 in) x D 80 cm (31 in)

This early 19th-century Swedish Biedermeier drum table exemplifies classic Scandinavian design through its clean lines and rich timber work. Constructed from satin birch and pine, the piece glows in a warm amber tone that highlights the natural figuring of the wood. A circular top sits above a deep frieze fitted with small drawers finished with pale circular bone pull knobs. The table stands on a sturdy central turned pedestal column supported by four splayed quadform legs with gently scrolled feet resting on the floor. Measuring 74 cm high, 80 cm wide and 80 cm deep, the table fits comfortably as a centrepiece in a spacious foyer, a reception hall, or as a lamp table next to seating in a living room.

Originating in the 19th century, a Swedish drum table features a deep circular top with built-in frieze drawers set upon a central pedestal stem and splayed legs. Influenced by Biedermeier and Karl Johan design movements, these pieces emphasize clean geometric forms and figured native wood veneers such as satin birch.

These tables were typically crafted with solid timber framing faced in highly figured native veneers, particularly flame or satin birch. Details often included hand-turned central columns, splayed quadform bases, and small bone, ivory, or wooden drawer knobs.

Authentic period examples feature hand-cut dovetail joinery on the frieze drawers, natural age-related timber shrinkage, and distinctive satin birch veneers. Examine the underside for period construction techniques, original pedestal fixings, and authentic patination across the finish.

A drum table functions effectively as a focal centrepiece in an entryway foyer or positioned within a living room bay window. The golden tones of satin birch provide a warm contrast against neutral walls, pairing well with contemporary ceramics and table lamps.

Dust the surface regularly with a dry, soft cloth and apply a clear beeswax polish once or twice a year following the natural grain. Keep the item away from direct sunlight, central heating radiators, and moisture to prevent veneer lifting or surface discolouration.
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