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18th Century French Fruitwood Side /Lamp/occasional Table
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for sale €556     $603
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18th Century French Fruitwood Side /Lamp/occasional Table

18th century
Description

We have listed this as 18th century but it may well be earlier.

Being French and fruitwood it has some old woodworm / battle scars which is usual. Actually we feel that it adds to its charm and shows a long life of being useful.

The centre drawer has its original pull handle which is well worn and the drawers and drawer linings are heavy and crudely made which is why we think it may be earlier than 18th century.

The turned legs and stretcher all showing signs of wear and tear (see photos) however the table stands strong and robust.

Inspection is welcome here in Somerset. For delivery please ask for a quote

Date of Manufacture

James Ribbons Antiques has dated this French Fruitwood Side Table to the 18th Century.

Independent Date Check ID 09026347
Dealer's Item Date18th Century
Sellingantiques Date18th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 225-330 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 18TH CENTURY:
Pegged joints at the corners and stretchers: traditional provincial carpentry.
Deep hollowed wear along the stretchers: centuries of resting feet.
Uneven surface and shrinkage across the plank top: natural movement over time.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Physical Dimensions
Height
79cm (31.10")
Width
103cm (40.55")
Depth
74cm (29.13")
Reference Numbers
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SA1146621
Description
We have listed this as 18th century but it may well be earlier.

Being French and fruitwood it has some old woodworm / battle scars which is usual. Actually we feel that it adds to its charm and shows a long life of being useful.

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The centre drawer has its original pull handle which is well worn and the drawers and drawer linings are heavy and crudely made which is why we think it may be earlier than 18th century.
James Ribbons Antiques

The turned legs and stretcher all showing signs of wear and tear (see photos) however the table stands strong and robust.

Inspection is welcome here in Somerset. For delivery please ask for a quote

Date of Manufacture

James Ribbons Antiques has dated this French Fruitwood Side Table to the 18th Century.

Independent Date Report ID 09026347
Dealer's Item Date18th Century
Sellingantiques dating18th Century
Sellingantiques agingItem 225-330 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 18th Century:
Pegged joints at the corners and stretchers: traditional provincial carpentry.
Deep hollowed wear along the stretchers: centuries of resting feet.
Uneven surface and shrinkage across the plank top: natural movement over time.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
79cm (31.10")
Width
103cm (40.55")
Depth
74cm (29.13")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1146621
James Ribbons Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2012
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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the James Ribbons Antiques Profile Page

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An 18th-century French fruitwood occasional table featuring a rectangular top, single drawer with an iron ring handle, turned legs, and a low stretcher base.
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Archive I An 18th-century French fruitwood occasional table featuring a rectangular top, single drawer with an iron ring handle, turned legs, and a low stretcher base.

18th Century French Fruitwood Side /Lamp/occasional Table

Archive II An 18th-century French fruitwood occasional table featuring a rectangular top, single drawer with an iron ring handle, turned legs, and a low stretcher base. View II
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Archive IV An 18th-century French fruitwood occasional table featuring a rectangular top, single drawer with an iron ring handle, turned legs, and a low stretcher base. View IV
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James Ribbons Antiques
Telephone 01458 274 106
Location
Chilli Cottage
3 Kirkham Street
Somerton
Somerset
TA11 7NW
United Kingdom
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An 18th-century French fruitwood occasional table featuring a rectangular top, single drawer with an iron ring handle, turned legs, and a low stretcher base.
18th Century French Fruitwood Side /Lamp/Occasional Table
Ref: SA1146621
An 18th-century French fruitwood occasional table featuring a rectangular top, single drawer with an iron ring handle, turned legs, and a low stretcher base.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectSide Tables
  • Period18th century
  • StyleFrench Provincial
  • MaterialFruitwood, Iron
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsTurned legs, Ring pull handle, Stretcher base, Pegged joinery
  • SizeH 79 cm (31 in) x W 103 cm (41 in) x D 74 cm (29 in)

This 18th-century French provincial side table displays a warm brown fruitwood timber finish. The rectangular top sits above a single frieze drawer fitted with an original well-worn iron ring pull handle. Below, the piece rests on turned legs joined by a low stretcher base. Showing a rustic farmhouse design vibe, the timber reveals visible signs of age, battle scars, and historical wear from a long life of use. Measuring 79 cm high, 103 cm wide, and 74 cm deep, the table stands strong and robust. Placed in a living room, this occasional table serves effectively at the end of a sofa or as a lamp table. The heavy, crudely made drawer linings and pegged joinery ground its utility in a traditional interior. The practical proportions and sturdy construction provide a functional surface for everyday living spaces while retaining its historic character.

FAQs

French provincial furniture from the 18th century was crafted by regional artisans who adapted Paris fashions into functional timber pieces made from locally sourced hardwoods such as cherry, apple, and walnut.

Traditional fruitwood tables were constructed using hand-planed solid timber, mortise and tenon joinery secured with wood pegs, turned legs, lower H-stretchers or box stretchers, and hand-dovetailed drawer frames.

Authentic period examples exhibit hand-saw marks on non-visible surfaces, slight asymmetry from natural timber shrinkage over time, wooden pegging at key joints, and uneven wear along lower stretchers and feet.

Position the piece alongside contemporary upholstery, layering the top surface with simple ceramic vessels or contemporary lamps to contrast organic wood patinas against clean modern lines.

Dust surfaces regularly with a soft, dry cloth, protect against liquid spills and heat sources using coasters, and apply clear beeswax polish once or twice per year to maintain timber moisture.
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