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Due to its strength Oak has been used for furniture construction for thousands of years. In the UK the Age of Oak really started in the early Middle Ages and continued all the way through to the mid-18th Century when it was largely replaced by Mahogany. There was then a revival for Oak during the Mid-19th to early 20th Centuries under the Gothic Revival and Arts & Crafts Movements. Today we too love the look and feel of solid Oak and we are lucky in the UK to have such a bountiful supply. As a slow-growing hardwood Oak has a distinct tight grain which ages beautifully to create patterns and ripple effects on the surface. It also carves quite well so many pieces have been decorated over the years with designs and patterns. In the early days it was this degree of carving which marked out the quality of the piece. There are no makers or designers who are particularly associated with the wood, but for lovers of Oak it is all about the overall look and patina. The natural tannins in oak cause the wood to darken over time and these can really accentuate any carved detail. While early Oak pieces are best left in their untouched dark tone, later antique and vintage Oak furniture such as tables, Chairs and sideboards are often sanded or cleaned back to reveal the lighter tone underneath. This is perfectly acceptable and sometimes enhances the value as we particularly want lighter timbers today for our smaller houses. Because Oak has a full characterful grain it does not always need other ornamentation and suits honest simple furniture such as tables and chairs.
At LoveAntiques we have a fine selection of antique and vintage oak furniture for sale to suit all your needs.
South Country Antiques
Antique Hand Carved Oak Stool,
£ 215
Knight Fine Antiques & Collectables
18th Century Country Farmhouse Oak Double Gateleg & Dining Extending Table
£ 800
18th Century Country Farmhouse Oak Double Gateleg & Dining Extending Table
£ 800
Knight Fine Antiques & Collectables
Old Painted Furniture
Edwardian Painted Oak Writing Table
£ 195
The Antique Shop
Antique Carved Oak Sideboard Dresser Base
£ 945
Knight Fine Antiques & Collectables
Antique Aesthetic Movement Large Late Victorian Golden Oak Open Bookcase
£ 995
Antique Aesthetic Movement Large Late Victorian Golden Oak Open Bookcase
£ 995
Knight Fine Antiques & Collectables
Knight Fine Antiques & Collectables
Gillows Victorian Carved Golden Oak Desk Chair Attributed to Bruce James Talbert
£ 750
Gillows Victorian Carved Golden Oak Desk Chair Attributed to Bruce James Talbert
£ 750
Knight Fine Antiques & Collectables
Trade Antiques
Gothic Hall Chair Country Oak Height 4 ft 2 Inch 1850
£ 1,485
£ 545
£ 565
Knight Fine Antiques & Collectables
Antique Victorian Pair of Ladies and Gentlemen’s Red Gothic Revival Oak Chairs
£ 550
Antique Victorian Pair of Ladies and Gentlemen’s Red Gothic Revival Oak Chairs
£ 550
Knight Fine Antiques & Collectables
Debenham Antiques Ltd
Late 19th Century Carved Oak Arts & Crafts Armchair
£ 1,195
Sussex Antiques and Interiors
Larger Characterful French Oak Farmhouse Dining Table
£ 2,950
£ 385
Billy Hunt
Tall Victorian Welsh School Oak Cupboard
£ 1,100
£ 435
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 20th Century Fine Quality Set of 8 Oak Dining Chairs
£ 1,250
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 20th Century Good Quality Small Oak Side Table
£ 365
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 20th Century Fine Quality Carved Oak Dresser
£ 985
£ 665
Timeless Furniture UK
George V Oak Estate Cupboard with 36 Pigeonholes
£ 495
Graham Deakin Antiques
Small 18th Century Oak Side Table
£ 425
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 20th Century Good Quality Cupboard in Oak
£ 495
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 19th Century Fine Quality Side Table in Oak
£ 425
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 20th Century Good Quality Oak Blanket Box
£ 365
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 20th Century Good Quality Small Oak Cabinet
£ 365
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 19th Century Good Quality Carved Oak Side Table
£ 425
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 19th Century Fine Quality Sideboard in Golden Oak
£ 825
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 20th Century Low Chest Of Drawers In Oak
£ 495
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 20th Century Deep French Writing Table In Oak
£ 585
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 20th Century Good Quality Small Oak Hall Stand
£ 495
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 20th Century Low Chest Of Drawers In Oak
£ 495
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 20th Century Fine Quality Oak Display Cabinet
£ 585
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 20th Century Oak Side Table with Iron Base
£ 365
£ 1,295
Antique Corner Cupboard, English, Wall Cabinet, Chippendale Revival, Victorian
£ 1,295
London Fine Ltd
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 20th Century Small Open Bookcase in Oak
£ 425
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 20th Century Good Quality Glazed Oak Display Cabinet
£ 685
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 19th Century Fine Quality Glazed Bookcase in Oak
£ 825
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 20th Century Good Quality Small Oak Side Table
£ 495
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 20th Century Small Side Table in Oak
£ 250
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 20th Century Good Quality Small Oak Cupboard
£ 465
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