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Why is it called a Huntboard?

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Why is it called a Huntboard?
A huntboard is a compact table at a height that it would be comfortable to eat around while standing. The term ‘huntboard’ came into use in the early 1900s, as this piece of furniture, previously called a slab table, was rebranded in a Romantic light. Legends were told that it was used to serve refreshments to fox hunters. Shop a collection of vintage huntboards from top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Exceptional George II Oak Hunt Board
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A fine 18th Century Oak Hunt Board in Classic Welsh style and form. The Hunt Board a two-plank top
Category

Antique Late 18th Century European George II Sideboards

Materials

Oak

English Regency Hunt Board Circa 1805
Located in Hudson, NY
English William IV, early 19th century hunt board or server. The mahogany has a warm rich patina
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English William IV Serving Tables

Materials

Mahogany, Pine

American Sheraton Cherry Hunt Board with Desk, Circa 1820
Located in Hollywood, SC
American Sheraton cherry hunt board with fall front desk, fitted interior with upper drawers and
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Antique 1820s American Sheraton Sideboards

American Federal Mahogany Hunt Board with Flanking Hinged Cupboards, Circa 1800
Located in Hollywood, SC
American Federal mahogany hunt board with a carved molded edge one board top, single lined interior
Category

Antique Early 1800s American Federal Sideboards

Materials

Brass

Large Antique Baroque Carved Walnut, Wrought Iron & Glass Hunt Board, c1890
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Baroque hunt board offers walnut construction with upper case having three bottle glass
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Sideboards

Materials

Wrought Iron

New England (Massachusetts) Federal Mahogany Hunt Board Inlaid Sideboard
Located in Free Union, VA
A striking breakfront sideboard from the Boston area with handsome maple cross banding around each drawer and cabinet and tiger maple inlay panels set into each stile. The top drawer...
Category

Antique Early 19th Century American Federal Sideboards

Materials

Birch, Mahogany

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