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Antique French or Belgian Butcher Block Meat Market Work Island

$1,950
£1,485.14
€1,711.84
CA$2,728.04
A$3,066.13
CHF 1,596.76
MX$37,291.76
NOK 20,432.52
SEK 19,376.05
DKK 12,776.02
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About the Item

A French or Belgian boucherie meat market workbench from the early 20th century. Finished on all sides this piece was meant to be used as a butcher's chopping block / delicatessen work island, having a wonderfully shaped thick maple wooden slab butcher block top with beautifully aged patina, rich wood grain patterns and industrial metal bracket mounted corners, elevated on rectangular case fitted with a single frieze drawer over cabinet door affixed with round brass pulls, rising on bracket feet. circa 1920s/1930s Dimensions: (approx) 37.5" Tall, 21.25" Wide, 16.5" Deep Condition: Great original unrestored antique / vintage condition with beautifully aged warm rustic organically distressed patina. Wear consistent with age and indicative of industrial use. Professional Shipping / In-home White-glove Delivery service available. Depending on your location, trusted third-party shipping partners availability, schedule, route, weather, etc..please allow up to eight weeks for delivery. Local Pickup / Courier Delivery available around Dallas, Texas
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 37.5 in (95.25 cm)Width: 21.25 in (53.98 cm)Depth: 16.5 in (41.91 cm)
  • Style:
    Industrial (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1920s/1930s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Great original unrestored antique / vintage condition with beautifully aged warm rustic organically distressed patina. Wear consistent with age and indicative of industrial use.
  • Seller Location:
    Forney, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5977235942772

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