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What is American oak?
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American oak comes from oak trees that grow in America (as opposed to in Europe). While both are pale, American oaks have a slightly pink undertone and European oaks have a honey-hued undertone.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
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circa 1790
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sku 1822
W54 x D29 x H48 cm
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