Price: € 7500.0
A large antique gateleg table in oak from Belgium, made around 1850. This versatile design was a favourite in European homes for centuries: with both drop leaves raised, the oval top comfortably seats six to eight people, while with the leaves folded down the table becomes remarkably narrow and can stand against a wall.
The table stands on beautiful barley twist legs, joined by twisted stretchers that form a rich geometric pattern underneath. The spiral turning is crisp and regular, and the play of light on the twists gives the base a lively, sculptural quality. Swing-out gate legs support the leaves, and a drawer with a hand-forged wrought iron drop pull sits under the fixed centre section.
The old oak has a deep honey-brown patina with a lively grain, built up over generations of use. The solid construction and traditional joinery show the craftsmanship of the period, and the table has the reassuring weight and presence of a true country piece.
An impressive dining table for a country kitchen, a dining room or a holiday home, which can also serve as a console or side table when folded. It brings warmth and history to both a rustic and a more contemporary interior.
Condition: gaps and small cracks between the planks of the top, general wear and old woodworm traces, all consistent with its age.
Dimensions:
Height: 73 cm
Width: 170 cm
Depth: 162 cm
Depth with leaves folded: 62.5 cm
Ref. 26-0651