Brittany Dining or Library Table, Hand Carved Figures

A traditional Brittany dining table is hand carved with four individual figures in traditional dress supporting the top, and dates from about 1915. Solid chestnut and oak, the incredible three dimensional sculptures are fruitwood. The original satiny finish is excellent, the top has been revarnished.

This spectacular antique is part of a dowry set custom made for a prosperous seafaring family on the Atlantic coast. Brittany or Bretagne is a maritime province of northwest France. Formerly a separate country, the "Breton" language is still spoken. Famous for their cultural traditions and distinctive dress and wooden shoes, the local hand-carved furniture has outstanding workmanship, using native local hardwoods with picturesque traditional motifs.

The trestle base included traditional spindles. This spectacular antique is part of a dowry set custom made for a prosperous seafaring family on the Atlantic coast. Heirloom furniture traditionally descended with the daughters of a family as part of their dowry.

Size of this refectory table is 42" across, 31" tall, legroom is 23" high or more, length when closed is 79," and with both self storing draw leaves extended, length is 10' 2" total. Matching pieces in photos are priced and sold separately, call or email for availability.

Item # O-T6574