1900-1909 France Weathered Whitewash Cerused Oak Tripod Pedestal Table

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Cerused oak tripod pedestal table in Weathered Whitewash. Its weathered whitewash finish sets off turned column, tripod splayed legs, a … Read more Cerused oak tripod pedestal table in Weathered Whitewash. Its weathered whitewash finish sets off turned column, tripod splayed legs, a hallmark of of the french provincial period France craftsmanship in the french provincial tradition. Its patina has developed slowly and naturally over the years, the kind of depth that cannot be faked or hurried. Each mark and softened edge on a piece like this is part of its history rather than a flaw to be hidden. Choosing an antique is also a small, meaningful act of sustainability: it keeps a well-made object in circulation instead of adding a new one to a landfill. It is well suited to a lamp table. See less