RARE AND IMPORTANT WILLIAM & MARY GATE-LEG TABLE...

RARE AND IMPORTANT WILLIAM & MARY GATE-LEG TABLE Boston, First Quarter of the 18th Century
In walnut, with old, possibly original, red-washed finish. Single drawer at one end of apron. Beautifully turned legs end in turned feet. Stretcher turnings show normal wear from people's feet resting upon them. Leaves and underside of table retain original iron butterfly hinges. A truly rare and exceptional find. Height 28.25". Length 37.75". Width 18" plus two 19.75" drop leaves.
Provenance:
Peter H. Eaton Antiques, Inc., Newbury, Massachusetts.
An Important New Hampshire Collection Carefully and Thoughtfully Assembled Over Two Decades by New Hampshire Residents Lawrence and Dorothy Perkins.

In walnut, with old, possibly original, red-washed finish. Single drawer at one end of apron. Beautifully turned legs end in turned feet. Stretcher turnings show normal wear from people's feet resting upon them. Leaves and underside of table retain original iron butterfly hinges. A truly rare and exceptional find. Height 28.25". Length 37.75". Width 18" plus two 19.75" drop leaves.
Provenance:
Peter H. Eaton Antiques, Inc., Newbury, Massachusetts.
An Important New Hampshire Collection Carefully and Thoughtfully Assembled Over Two Decades by New Hampshire Residents Lawrence and Dorothy Perkins.

Condition: One old hinge replacement to one leaf. Numerous age splits to top and leaves.

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