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Early 19th Century French Alpine Oak Folding Table
$6,800
£5,183.08
€5,978.14
CA$9,658.03
A$10,378.57
CHF 5,568.71
MX$122,253.24
NOK 70,020.31
SEK 63,963.10
DKK 44,678.24
About the Item
This antique French oak folding table was sourced in the French Alps and dates to the early 19th century. Crafted from solid oak throughout, the piece reflects the honest, utilitarian craftsmanship of provincial French furniture, designed for everyday use and built to last. The long, narrow top is formed from two wide oak planks with a central seam, reinforced by inset iron butterfly (bow-tie) braces - a traditional structural detail that adds both stability and visual interest. The surface showcases a beautifully aged patina, with expressive grain, subtle undulation, and surface wear developed over generations of use, giving the table warmth and character without feeling rustic or heavy. Raised on turned baluster legs joined by a low stretcher, the base provides excellent stability and a strong architectural presence. Its proportions make it especially versatile: when closed, it works effortlessly as a console or serving table; when opened, it offers a generous surface ideal for kitchen prep, casual dining, or use as a work table. The table has been structurally restored in our workshop to ensure solidity and everyday functionality, then carefully polished and finished with wax to preserve the natural color, depth, and patina of the oak. A highly adaptable antique with soulful presence, this piece integrates beautifully into kitchens, dining spaces, entry halls, or layered modern interiors that benefit from contrast, texture, and history.
- Origin: French Alps, France
- Period: Early 19th Century
- Materials: Oak, Wrought Iron
- Dimensions: Closed: W 70.75" x D 16.25" x H 31.25" / Open D 32.75" x H 30" ; Apron clearance 24.75"/ Under leaf clearance 28.75"
- Condition: Good antique condition, structurally restored and ready for everyday use, retaining original wear, surface marks, and a warm aged patina.
- Dimensions:Height: 31.25 in (79.38 cm)Width: 70.75 in (179.71 cm)Depth: 32.75 in (83.19 cm)
- Style:French Provincial (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1800-1820
- Condition:Refinished. Repaired: Good antique condition, structurally restored and ready for everyday use, retaining original wear, surface marks, and a warm aged patina. Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Astoria, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU10045248256892
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