Huge French Cherry Wood Refectory Dining Table C1850

Name: Huge French Cherry Wood Refectory Dining Table C1850
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1243740
Price: 2750 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectDining Tables
Period19th century
StyleFrench Provincial
MaterialCherry Wood
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsPlank top, Tapered legs, Pegged joinery

This French Provincial dining table from 1850 is constructed from warm brown cherry wood in a rustic farmhouse style. The substantial piece displays a long plank top with tightly fitted boards, supported by simple square tapered legs with visible pegged joinery. Natural surface wear includes subtle knots, darker grain variations, and distinct vertical joins running across the wooden surface, alongside subtle repairs at the base of the legs where timber has been added for height. Measuring 249 cm in length, 71.5 cm in depth, and 79 cm in height with 63 cm of legroom, it provides an exceptionally large surface area. Positioned in a dining room, kitchen, or open-plan living space, the substantial dining table serves as a functional centrepiece for large family meals or gatherings. The warm tones of the timber complement both traditional and contemporary interior schemes, allowing the antique piece to function as an everyday dining surface or a spacious workspace.

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Originating in medieval monasteries as communal dining surfaces, refectory tables evolved in 19th-century France into long, narrow dining tables designed for large household gatherings.

Refectory tables from France were typically constructed from durable native hardwoods such as cherry, oak, or walnut, featuring mortise-and-tenon joinery and wooden pegged construction.

Authentic pieces feature traditional hand-fitted joinery like wooden pegs, hand-planed top planks, natural timber shrinkage along joints, and genuine age-related wear on legs.

A French provincial table can be paired with contemporary upholstered dining chairs or minimalist metal seating to create a balanced contrast between historic craftsmanship and modern design.

Maintain the finish by dusting regularly with a soft cloth, applying beeswax twice yearly along the timber grain, and using protective mats under heated items.

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