French Cherry Dining Table 19th Century

Name: Antique French Farmhouse Cherry Wood Dining Table C1880
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1241366
Price: 895 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectDining Tables
Period19th century
StyleFrench Provincial
MaterialCherry Wood
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsTapered legs, Frieze drawer, Wooden drawer knob, Plank top

This French provincial dining table dates from the period around 1880. Constructed from solid cherry wood, it displays a warm brown timber colour with a fine polished finish and a charmingly undulating plank top showing subtle signs of age. The frame incorporates square tapered legs and a single integrated frieze drawer fitted with a small turned wooden knob. Measuring 147 cm long by 75 cm deep and 77.5 cm high, the piece provides 62 cm of legroom beneath the apron. It functions practically as a kitchen dining table or as a writing desk in a home study, offering sturdy utility combined with rustic farmhouse character.

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A French farmhouse dining table is a traditional piece of provincial furniture constructed in rural France during the 18th and 19th centuries. Designed for daily domestic utility, these tables often feature sturdy timber tops, simple joinery, tapered or turned legs, and built-in drawers for utensil storage.

Regional cabinetmakers utilized locally sourced European hardwoods such as cherry, oak, walnut, chestnut, and fruitwood. The tops were typically made from thick timber planks joined with pegged tenons, complemented by hand-carved legs and pine secondary woods for internal drawer components.

Authentic pieces exhibit signs of traditional hand construction, including hand-planed surfaces, wooden peg joinery, uneven wear patterns on the footrests, and historical oxidation near iron hardware. The presence of original frieze drawers with period-correct mortise and tenon construction also indicates age.

A French farmhouse table can be paired with contemporary dining chairs, modern pendant lighting, or minimalistic tableware to create a balanced contrast. Its warm timber tones integrate into contemporary, rustic, or eclectic design schemes as a central gathering point.

Maintain the finish by dusting regularly with a soft, lint-free cloth and applying a high-quality beeswax paste periodically to nourish the wood. Avoid exposure to direct heat sources or moisture, and use placemats or trivets to protect the patinated surface from heat damage and spills.

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