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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.
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 20th Century Fine Quality Glazed Oak Corner Cabinet
£ 495
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 20th Century Jacobean Style Bureau in Oak
£ 585
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 20th Century Good Quality Tambour Cabinet in Oak
£ 625
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 20th Century Good Quality Small Oak Side Table
£ 265
Timeless Furniture UK
Antique French Oak Two Door Armoire / Wardrobe
£ 450
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 20th Century Good Quality Dresser in Oak
£ 495
Timeless Furniture UK
Antique French Carved Oak Wardrobe
£ 450
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 20th Century Good Quality Oak Coffee Table
£ 325
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 20th Century Fine Quality Pair of Oak Side Tables
£ 625
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 20th Century Good Quality Refrectory Style Dining Table
£ 825
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 20th Century Fine Quality Blanket Box On Stand In Oak
£ 625
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 20th Century Good Quality Carved Oak Cupboard
£ 495
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 20th Century Arts And Crafts Oak Sideboard
£ 685
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 20th Century Fine Quality Plant Stand In Oak
£ 425
The Sitting Room & Heydays Antiques
Astragal Glazed Quarter Chiming Grandmother Longcase Clock
£ 1,650
Astragal Glazed Quarter Chiming Grandmother Longcase Clock
£ 1,650
The Sitting Room & Heydays Antiques
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 20th Century Jacobean Style Dining Table with 6 Chairs
£ 1,850
Walton House Antiques Ltd
Set of Six Early Hepplewhite Dining Chairs
£ 850
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 20th Century Good Quality Storage Box on Stand in Oak
£ 365
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 20th Century Jacobean Style Dresser in Oak
£ 825
Alain Michel Antiques
Globe Wernicke Bookcase in Oak - 4 Elements
€ 1,800
ActFurniture LTD
Vintage 20th Century Good Quality Coffee Table in Oak
£ 295
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 18th Century Heavily Carved Fitted Cabinet in Oak
£ 685
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 20th Century Good Quality Coffee Table in Oak
£ 495
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 20th Century Small Art Nouveau Style Bookcase in Oak
£ 365
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 19th Century Good Quality Tub Chair in Oak
£ 585
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 20th Century Set Of 6 Jacobean Style Oak Dining Chairs
£ 975
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 20th Century Good Quality Chest Of Drawers In Oak
£ 585
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 20th Century Fine Quality Arts & Crafts Oak Coat Stand
£ 625
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 19th Century Fine Quality Small Oak Side Table
£ 425
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 20th Century Good Quality Cupboard In Oak
£ 495
ActFurniture LTD
Vintage 20th Century Low Chest Of Drawers In Golden Oak
£ 585
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 20th Century Fine Quality Corner Cabinet in Oak
£ 495
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 20th Century Good Quality Cabinet in Oak
£ 365
ActFurniture LTD
Antique 19th Century Fine Quality Blanket Box in Oak
£ 495
£ 599
Marlborough Antiques & Interiors
An Attractive 19thc Painted French Enfilade
£ 2,950
Timeless Furniture UK
Vintage Oak & Mahogany Cross Banded Wall Shelves with Cupboards
£ 275
Marlborough Antiques & Interiors
An Attractive Georgian Walnut and Oak Coffer 18thc
£ 1,495
Timeless Furniture UK
Vintage Oak Priory Style Double Wardrobe by Locks of London
£ 375
Timeless Furniture UK
Vintage Priory Style Oak 3/4 Gents Fitted Wardrobe
£ 375
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