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French Tilt-Top 'Table de Vendange' or Wine Tasting Table

Description
French tilt-top 'table de vendange,' or wine-tasting table circa 1840-1889. Large round walnut top raised upon an oak trestle base with simple V-shape harp mechanism. All hand-carved. Naturally semi-bleached mid-brown finish. Remnants of ebonized black painted finish on base. Tilt-top fully functional and can be stored tilted upright for storage (measures 47.25 inches high x 39.75 inches wide x 16 inches deep when stored upright). Serves as a large side or end table, or as a dining table for breakfast or intimate dinners, both indoors and al fresco.

Origin:	France
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Hand-carved walnut and oak
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Semi-bleached mid-brown color walnut and oak. Dark brown or black ebony paint remnants on base. Some wood separation. Stable, sturdy. No wobble. Joints tightened. Some minor losses (see image of top).
Creation Date:	Circa 1840-1879
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	M23.3.11
Incollect Reference #:	645783