Antique English 17th Century Charles II Oak Occasional Hall Side Table (Circa 1680)

Summary:
• Item: Side / Hall Table
• Circa: 1680
• Period: Charles II
• Wood: Solid oak
• Provenance: England, UK
• Width: 2ft 11⅞”
• Primitive country table
• Three-plank top
• Single working drawer
• Old replacement brass handles & escutcheons
• Oak lined hand dovetailed drawer
• Bobbin turned legs
• Connecting bobbin stretcher
• Bobbin feet
• Peg construction
• Original polish & patination
• Solid in joint
• Free delivery to England, Wales & southern Scotland*
• Free 14 days UK returns policy

Description:
Here is a fine quality, primitive antique English 17th century Charles II oak side table, circa 1680, in good condition. This primitive table and would have been used in a grand country house dwelling. The table boasts a lovely moulded three-plank top. Below, there is a single working full-length drawer, which features very old replacement (most likely mid Georgian) brass handles on ornate foliate escutcheons, as well as a matching faux keyhole escutcheon. The drawer is oak lined and constructed with primitive hand dovetail joints. Below the drawer is a raised bobbin turned stretcher. The table has been handmade using the joined peg construction method; this is evident around the body of the table. The table stands on its original four stunning elegant bobbin turned legs, which are united by bobbin stretchers to the sides and rear (for added support), and terminate on simple bobbin feet. The table boasts a superb rich oak colour and is in good condition.

This item features a dark oxblood 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 item would look superb in a variety of rooms from the dining room, living room or the hallway. The desk would certainly grace any home or office and 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 table is in good condition, considering its age (table is over 300 years old). Nominal old use marks to the leading edges and top but nothing significant considering the age of the item (see photos). The drawer is in good working order and closes flush to the frame. The drawer features very old replacement (most likely early Georgian) brass handles on ornate foliate escutcheons, as well as a matching faux keyhole escutcheon. As the table boasts the original polish, it has a stunning colour and patination. This item is well constructed, solid in joint and ready to use.

Dimensions:
Height = 73.7cm or 29” or 2ft 5”
Width = 91.1cm or 35⅞” or 2ft 11⅞”
Depth = 57.1cm or 22½” or 1ft 10½”
Knee height = 57.4cm or 22⅝” or 1ft 10⅝”

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Ref. Side Table 71