Antique Side Table, Scottish, Oak Console, Desk, Gothic Taste, Victorian, C.1880

Our Stock # 18.8118

This is an antique side table. A Scottish, oak console table or desk with heavily carved Gothic revival taste, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1880. 

• Superb example of Scottish Gothic revival taste with enthusiastic carved decoration
• Displays a desirable aged patina and in good order
• Select oak resplendent in dark hues with fine grain interest
• Good consistent colour throughout to the wax polish finish

• Elaborate foliate carving to the low up stand, with striking lion masque to centre
• Generous top surface decorated with a chased edge
• Shoulders bear prominent foliate wreathes with carved rhombus to outside edge
• Inset drawers to apron with fascinating lion masque pulls

• Aprons present field panels with foliate carved scenes
• Front knees distinguished with carved bulbs, crafted with demi-lune patera
• Gently tapering and fluted cylindrical legs to front stand upon acanthus carved bun feet
• Rear, square section legs with eye-catching frieze patterns terminate in block feet

This is a highly decorative antique side table, with superb carved detail and strong gothic overtones. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 122cm (48'')
Max Depth: 44.5cm (17.5'')
Max Height: 103cm (40.5'')

Table Top Width: 117cm (46'')
Table Top Depth: 38cm (15'')
Table Top Height: 84cm (33'')