A Large French Bleached Oak Monastery Table Burr Antique Louis XIII style Oak

Antique Louis XIII style Oak Side Table

The deliberate retention of the bobeche — functionless in an electric lamp

This wonderful Art Deco sideboard was crafted in Europe in the 1940s and is executed in oak wood

The lid adorned with fruit and topped with an acorn finial

Fernand JEANNEAU (1884-1966)

A Large French Bleached Oak Monastery Table Burr Antique Louis XIII style OakA Large French Bleached Oak Monastery Table from the early 20th century exemplifies monastic restraint and functional design. The generous rectangular top is supported by substantial plank legs connected by a single stretcher, creating a composition of architectural clarity. The oak's later bleaching has developed a sophisticated silvery grey patina, softening the wood's original warmth whilst maintaining its structural integrity and timeless appeal.