17th Century English Oak Refectory Table

A vintage table in reclaimed sandblasted oak from France, 1960s. Can be used as a console table or dining table. In overall excellent condition.

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English oak refectory table with balustrade turned legs and stretcher base. Original finish with great patina. Maintains all the scratches, notches and wear of almost 350 years. See ...

17th century and later oak refectory dining table, the cleated plank top on four baluster turned supports united by perimeter stretcher.

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Spanish 17th century oak refectory table with 2 carved drawers & apron supported on turned legs with stretcher at base.  

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Truly a one-of-a-kind piece of furniture, this oak refectory table was hand-carved in France during the 1600’s. The 3 5/8” thick top has subtle undulations along the edges as a result of the carving process. French wax has been applied to the table, giving the oak wood a deep and rich patina. A small fleur de lys (4” H x 3 ¼” W) has been inlaid in the center using a light brown flame maple. The robust top sits on top of three trestle legs with scrolled feet. Two inch thick risers have been added to each foot, giving added height to the table. A four inch thick stretcher runs through mortises on all three legs and has been secured with round dowels. Refectory tables were originally used as eating tables in monasteries during Medieval times. Depending on the size of the refectory (dining hall), multiple tables could be lined up for the monks to eat while one of the clerics read scripture from an elevated pulpit. By the Late Middle Ages, refectory tables could be found in houses of nobility. Not quite 10 feet long, our 17th century refectory table...