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Antique early 19th century warm brown pine and oak Belgian Folding table
$4,132.44
£3,091.12
€3,450
CA$5,694.30
A$6,259.42
CHF 3,286.17
MX$74,429.01
NOK 42,201.84
SEK 38,441.31
DKK 26,292.58
About the Item
This characterful antique folding table was made in Belgium and dates to the first half of the 19th century, circa 1800–1850. It is a fine example of traditional Flemish craftsmanship, where functionality, durability, and restrained aesthetics come together in a well-balanced and honest design.
The table features a solid pine top supported by a robust solid oak base. The top is removable and secured with two round wooden pegs, which can easily be taken out, allowing the table to be dismantled and stored compactly when not in use. This practical solution is typical of historical utilitarian furniture from rural Belgian interiors, where efficient use of space was essential.
The base consists of three slightly splayed legs, connected by elegantly curved stretchers that provide both stability and visual harmony. The construction is entirely traditional, using wooden joinery without decorative excess, giving the table a timeless and authentic presence.
Over generations of use, the wood has developed a deep, warm sheen and a rich patina. Numerous marks of use are visible across the surface—small dents, wear, and variations in color that testify to the table’s long and active life and greatly enhance its character and authenticity.
The table has been carefully and respectfully cleaned in our workshop, with full consideration for its age and original surfaces. It has subsequently been finished with a fresh coat of wax, preserving the patina while allowing the natural grain of both the pine and the oak to re-emerge beautifully, without erasing the signs of age.
Stylistically, the table belongs to the Flemish rural tradition, with subtle early Neoclassical influences evident in its balanced proportions and understated form. It is a purely functional piece, designed for daily use, and it is precisely this honesty of purpose that makes it so appealing today.
Originally, this folding table would have served as a work and dining table in farmhouses and modest households, used for meals, domestic tasks, and daily activities. Today, it lends itself perfectly as a compact dining table, a side table, or a distinctive accent piece in a rustic, sober, or eclectic interior.
- Dimensions:Height: 29.93 in (76 cm)Diameter: 42.13 in (107 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1825
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Casteren, NL
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU970947993352
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