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Description
Early 19th-century Southern Federal tavern or work table that combines a primitive form with refined, high-style Federal design elements. Likely …
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Early 19th-century Southern Federal tavern or work table that combines a primitive form with refined, high-style Federal design elements. Likely handcrafted in the Southern Piedmont region, the table features a solid walnut top with classic breadboard ends, showcasing an amber patina and rich grain variation.
The single drawer serves as the aesthetic centerpiece, decorated with delicate, hand-skived string inlay and a geometric bordered reserve—a sophisticated touch rarely found on rustic tavern tables of this era. The drawer features robust, hand-cut dovetails and retains its original thick yellow pine bottom and side construction.
The table is supported by transitional tapered legs featuring square upper shoulders that transition into turned ring-and-ball ankles and peg feet. The aprons are secured with massive, exposed square wooden pegs into deep mortise-and-tenon joints.
A versatile piece that functions beautifully as a writing desk, side table, or hall console, bringing authentic early American character to both traditional and modern interiors.
Dimensions:
37.25ʺW × 26.75ʺD × 29.75ʺH
Condition Report:
Very good antique condition. Stable and structurally sound. Rich, historic patina with some surface wear, age-appropriate cosmetic nicks, and a tight, stable age split near one breadboard end that does not affect structural integrity. The brass drawer pull is an era-appropriate later replacement.
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- Dimensions
- 37.25ʺW × 26.75ʺD × 29.75ʺH
- Table Shape
- Rectangle
- Period
- Early 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Pine
- Walnut
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Very good antique condition. Stable and structurally sound. Rich, historic patina with some surface wear, age-appropriate cosmetic nicks, and a … moreVery good antique condition. Stable and structurally sound. Rich, historic patina with some surface wear, age-appropriate cosmetic nicks, and a tight, stable age split near one breadboard end that does not affect structural integrity. The brass drawer pull is an era-appropriate later replacement. less
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