Late 19th Century French Provincial Pine Draper’s Table or Kitchen Island

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A substantial late 19th century French Provincial draper’s table sourced in Provence, France, featuring a long solid pine top, two … Read more A substantial late 19th century French Provincial draper’s table sourced in Provence, France, featuring a long solid pine top, two functional drawers, six turned legs, and a full-length lower storage shelf. Originally conceived as a working table for textiles, the piece combines generous surface area with practical storage. Its 35-inch depth makes it particularly well suited for contemporary use as a kitchen island or central work table, while the two drawers provide convenient storage for utensils, linens, or other essentials.The rectangular top is finished with softly rounded corners and a molded edge, displaying the expressive grain, knots, and natural variation of the pine throughout. Two drawers are set into the long apron and retain simple brass handles. Below, a full-length shelf spans the table between the turned supports, providing substantial additional storage while reinforcing its architectural silhouette. The table has been structurally revised and refinished, preserving the warmth and character of the aged pine while making it ready for continued use. Age-related marks, scratches, variations in tone, and other traces of use remain throughout, consistent with the table’s age and history.

- Origin: Provence, France

- Period: Late 19th Century

- Materials: European Pine

- Dimensions: W 98.5" × D 28.75" × H 35" – apron clearance 28.25"; Lower shelf height from floor: 9"

- Condition: Structurally revised and refinished, solid and stable. Age-related wear, marks, scratches, and natural variations in the wood remain throughout, consistent with age and use. See less