French 18th Century Trestle Base Dining Table

Description

Multiple generations have left authentic patina in this substantial oak trestle table from France circa 1740. Center cut planks with … more Multiple generations have left authentic patina in this substantial oak trestle table from France circa 1740. Center cut planks with rippling, open grain and figurative knots tell a vivid picture of rowdy family meals etched into top. Eight, hand forged iron bolts are visible in the cleat joining the three three planks of the top to the support legs. A stepped design of the feet creates an architectural detail, elevating and distinguishing the design as a triumph of woodworking less