Description
This impressive desk or dining table is made of solid oak wood and represents a top example of neo -Gothic furniture of the other half 19. century. Its appearance and details refer to Gothic architecture and decorative style, which was popular in the period of historicism.
Folding system:
The big advantage of this table is the possibility of layout, Under the top plate is a hidden folding mechanism, by which the table can be spread to each side up to 1 meter – The total length of the table is then up to 386 cm. Originally, only the crushed boards were put on the pull -out part and the whole board overlapped the tablecloth, These boards have not been preserved but can be done in the desired dimension, Similarly, we can have the folding boards in any size in the same design as the main table of the table can be made.
Decorative carving and artistic processing
The whole table is richly carved. The front and sides decorate the continuous belt of the vegetable ornament with the motifs of the acanthic leaves. A distinctive element is three deep arches with Gothic ribs, that resembles arcade buildings of medieval cathedrals.
Each table of table is made up of a profiled prism with vertical grooves and richly decorated with heads, that resembles Corinthian columns. In addition, two plastic heads of female characters with a typically stylized hairstyle and a calm expression are fitted on the front of the table. These faces act as console support and give the table a distinctive and representative character.
Table top
The top plate is made up of high quality oak veneer, which is folded into an elegant rhombic pattern. The edges form massive oak rushings with a subtly profiled edge, that give the board strength and optical depth. The corners of the board are carefully rounded and elegantly ending.
Rootstock and stability
The rootstock design is very firm and stable. The legs are interconnected by a transverse beam with a beveled profile, which ensures not only the strength, but also the aesthetic balance of the whole composition. The bottom of the legs are ended with extended volutes with embossed cut -outs, that resemble architectural elements of Gothic supports.
State:
The table is in excellent condition, without červotoče, mechanical damage. Went through a thorough professional restoration in the workshop of the art carpenter. The surface was gently cleaned, folded and manually reinforced and poured by natural means so, To excel in wood drawing and a natural shine.
Ideal use
This table is suitable as a representative desk for the historic interior, castle office, law firm, museum, a gallery or a stylish house. It is not only a functional piece of furniture, but also an art object with a high collector's value.
Dimensions: height 73 cm, length 186 cm, width 103 cm, the length of the unfolded table to 386 cm.