What is a cricket table?

A cricket table is a small, three-legged occasional table with a circular top, traditionally used in English and Welsh country homes. The three-legged design solved the practical problem of wobbling on uneven stone floors, making it a versatile piece for rural dwellings.

How old are these tables?

The pieces available span from the seventeenth century through the Georgian era and into the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Most examples date from the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, reflecting traditional country craftsmanship across various English and Welsh regions.

How do I use one at home?

These compact tripod tables function well as bedside tables, plant stands, or occasional surfaces beside a living room armchair. Their small footprint allows them to fit easily into tight corners or awkward spaces where four-legged tables might struggle.

Are all these tables made of oak?

While oak remains the primary timber associated with these pieces, makers frequently incorporated other native woods such as elm, ash, pine, and solid walnut. Secondary woods often appear in the bases and stretchers, while select examples feature decorative pollard oak or painted pine finishes.