An uncommon Irish 19th century antique pine tavern cricket table
Code: 10388
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A scarce Irish 19th century antique pine tavern cricket table.
Constructed in solid pine with pegged joints, with the large circular top formed from four individual planks.
A lovely fresh to market example sourced direct from Northern Ireland.
Found in honest condition, with historic worm tracks adding great charcter to the piece and helping to enchance it's rustic aesthetic.
The under tier shelf is a good indicator that the table was indeed used in a tavern. This useful addition to the design allowed patrons to sit their beverages down, leaving the table top clear for gambling without the risk of a spilt drink ruining their game.
To the outer edge of the table top are the initials R B which have been primitively carved in to the timber. This could be an indicator of it's maker, or alternatively some pub graffiti which slipped the landlord's watchful eyes.
The table has been cut down during it's long life, most likley to save the legs from the ravages of pest or rot. The table sits at a convenient height, ideal now to serve as a coffe table. It is difficult to estimate how much it was reduced in height, considering that alot of tavern tables were typically low anyway.
The pine timber has a good warm honey colouration, which is very pleasing to the eye.
Dimensions:-
Top diameter - 76cm
Height - 55cm
Structurally sound and ready to use.
Found with historic wear and tear.
Evidence of non active historic wood worm.
Legs have been shortened as described above.
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