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Very Large French Oak Extending Dining Table by Albert Goumain
A very handsome and unusually large French oak extending dining table, dating from the late 19th to early 20th century, by Albert Goumain, Paris.
Of particularly good proportions, the table is raised on two substantial architectural trestle supports, finely carved with Gothic-inspired arches, turned columns, foliate decoration and scroll details. The supports are joined by a long central stretcher, giving the table both an impressive presence and excellent stability.
The substantial veneered oak top is especially attractive, with well-figured panels arranged in a geometric pattern and enclosed by a broad border. Two extension leaves are cleverly housed beneath the top when not required, allowing the table to be transformed from a generous dining table of 220.5 cm to an exceptional 400.5 cm in length when fully extended. With one leaf in place, it measures 310.5 cm long.
The table retains the maker’s label beneath for Albert Goumain, Meubles d’Art & Décoration, 54 rue de Charonne, Paris. Albert Goumain (1866–1956) was a Parisian cabinetmaker and decorator who inherited the family firm, Goumain Frères, and produced finely made furniture and interior joinery.
With its generous width, beautifully figured oak and impressive scale, this is an elegant and highly practical table capable of comfortably seating approximately 16 to 18 people when fully extended.
Provenance: Château de La Verdière, Provence, France.
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Reference number
22011
Origin
Paris(France) Late 19th century / Early 20th century
Measurements
Height: 74.5cm (29.3 inches)
Width: 139.5cm (54.9 inches)
Length: 400.5cm (157.7 inches)
220.5cm length (closed) x 310.5cm length (one leaf open)
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