In historic country house condition consistent with age and the materials employed.
This curious table has areas of deep patination and untouched surface and others which appear to have been applied with linseed oil or a similar substance which has rendered them flat and lifeless. The columns appear to be a different timber and could be old replacements or perhaps indicating the rare early use of imported hardwood which has survived without significant damage. There is staining to the undertier and the drawer front has been smashed at some stage with an old estate-style repair. The handle appears to be 17th century but may be an old replacement. The hinges on the top appear to be original but the top itself lacks surface and has been re-polished. There is evidence of some worm damage. On balance this appears to be an original table which has been rebuilt at some stage in the 19th century.
