Antique Flemish Victorian Gothic Green Man Carved Oak Dolphin Centre / Hall Table (Circa 1870)

Summary:

• Item: Carved Oak Centre Table
• Circa: 1870
• Period: Victorian
• In the style of the Gothic period (12th – 16th Century)
• Provenance: Low Countries / Flemish
• Wood: Solid oak
• Width: 3ft 3⅛”
• Exquisite carved detail
• Two-plank canted top
• Lion heads & copper rings
• Single working convex drawer
• Bulbous leg supports
• Carved stretcher
• Dolphin shaped feet
• Free-standing table
• Stunning quality
• Original polish & patination
• Solid in joint
• Excellent condition
• Ideal as a hall / centre table
• Free delivery to England, Wales & southern Scotland*
• Free 14-days UK returns policy

Description:

This is an unusual antique Flemish Gothic carved oak centre table, constructed in the Victorian period, circa 1870, with Green Man influence, displaying stunning carved detail, in excellent original condition.  Originating from the Low Countries, possibly Belgium, the carved oak centre table comprises a twin-plank top with carved moulded frieze, with canted corners, above a scroll carved convex frieze, which features a single working drawer, retaining its original oak drawer linings.  At each corner can be found a well-carved lion heads, holding copper rings in their mouth.  Shaped corbels unite the frieze with the canted corners on both sides of the table.  The carved oak centre table stands on two turned legs, featuring well carved bulbous leg supports, united by a carved bar stretcher.  The centre table terminated on “dolphin” shaped legs.  The carved detail is featured on all sides of the table, making this an ideal centre table, which should be allowed to be seen from all angles. The carved oak centre table is solid in joint and ready to use.

The carved oak centre table boasts a lovely rich oak colour. As it boasts the original polish, it has a fantastic colour and patination; this can only be achieved through age and years of care and cleaning it has received.

This Victorian oak centre table would look superb in a variety of rooms from the living room to the hallway, or useful as a centre table.  This Green-man table would certainly grace any home.  It is a great investment, as it is extremely functional. So, don’t miss out on your chance to own a lovely piece of furniture.

Condition Report:

This is an unusual antique Flemish Gothic carved oak centre table, constructed in the Victorian period, circa 1870, with Green Man influence, displaying stunning carved detail, in excellent original condition.  The table retains its original working drawer, with original drawer linings, and closes flush to the frame.  All carvings are intact and in excellent condition.  The lion heads retain their original copper rings, which is rare to see.  The carved oak centre table has been cleaned and wax-polished by hand, to a professional standard in our workshop, therefore the colour and patination are stunning. As oak table boasts its original polish, it has a fantastic rich colour and patination.   This table is well constructed, solid in joint and ready to use.

Dimensions:

Height = 73cm / 28¾” / 2ft 4¾”
Width = 99.5cm / 39⅛” / 3ft 3⅛”
Depth = 64cm / 25¼” / 2ft 1¼”

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