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A Very Rare and Fine Irish 19th Century Dining Table in the Manner of Strahan

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A very rare and fine 19th Century Irish solid mahogany extending D - end dining table in the manner of Strahan of Dublin, stunningly hand carved with beautifully rich patination and grain. This fabulous piece is of exceptional quality and features four interchangeable extension leaves and a winding mechanism with handle. The well figured moulded top is raised over a simple frieze, supported on elegantly tapering, ring turned legs with sphere and foliate motif detail, terminating on gorgeous, finely cast brass casters. Mahogany Type: ‘Santos Mahogany’ Robert Strahan, Dublin, Ireland Founded in 1776 as a cabinet maker, Robert Strahan & Co. grew to become one of Ireland's premiere furniture designers, exhibiting at The Great Industrial Exhibition of 1853 in Dublin. A walnut table, exhibited at the second London International Exhibition of 1862, showcased their talent for both design and manufacture. Bringing together marquetry, scrolling foliage, masks, strap work and cartouches in a piece of some merit; A fine piece displaying the influence of Thomas Hope and Richard Bridgens, it was illustrated in the Art Journal Illustrated Catalogue for the London exhibition. Designing and manufacturing for the Office of Public Works, the firm gained the reputation for high quality furniture and were commissioned to design and manufacture for some of the great Irish country houses such as Doneraile Court, Co. Cork and Lisnavagh, Co. Carlow. The Firm started out trading from 10-11 Chancery Lane. Moving forward 39 years to 1815 and the firm had expanded in to 24-25 Henry Street. In 1845 it expanded further still into 5 Leister Street. In 1870 the firm moved to Abbey Street trading under the family name until 1969. Dimensions: H: 29.5 in / 74.5 cm W: 142.5 in / 362 cm D: 57 in / 145 cm Length Without Leaves: 66 in / 168 cm One Leaf: 18 in / 45.7 cm Two Leaves: 19.5 in / 49.5 cm One Leaf: 19.25 in / 48.9 cm
  • Similar to:
    Strahan of Dublin (Cabinetmaker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 29.5 in (74.93 cm)Width: 142.5 in (361.95 cm)Depth: 57 in (144.78 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Dublin, IE
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: A32681stDibs: LU5836239884562

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