Table, c. 1820-1830

Table, c. 1820-1830

Work Table

1820-1830

This circa 1820-1830 work table, as tables of this type were known, is called by a general term which might be subdivided into sewing, writing and other functions. This specific example is probably a Tennessee example in the taste of New York, Philadelphia or Nashville. This is not to make light of this table as it is a fine example of imitation of a classic form. This is mahogany and cherry veneered on a drawer front which is all poplar. Cut nails are in this example. Two drawer table set on 4 nicely turned post supports which are set in a solid square base, each corner having a Phyfe style splayed leg with pad feet, very crudely done.

RB-13

West Bedroom 1/1988
West Bedroom 5/2023

Gift from the Lenoir sisters

H 28 3/4 D 21 1/2" (at feet) W 21 1/2" (at feet)

Condition: Fair

Drawer pulls are not original. Top is cracked through the wood in the center. Exposed nails at front corners; nail is 1/4" high on left, 7/8" on right. Finish worn away on lower part of legs exposing bare wood. Bottom edged of drawers are rough. Wax drippings on top left near center. Vertical crack on 3 sides of base near center. 3 legs are attached to base with dowels 4th leg is nailed.