E. W. Godwin Attributed, Gothic Revival Oak Refectory Table

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By E. W. Godwin, attributed, a refectory table in oak aligned to the Gothic Revival movement c.1860s. The thick plank top is carried on splayed trestle supports with diagonal cross bracing, joined by an upper stretcher for rigidity and space for one’s legs. Chamfered edges and pegged construction give the table the robust, purposeful character.

Godwin was the architect of Northampton Town Hall (1861–64) and supplied Gothic furniture for related civic interiors in this period. See Susan Weber Soros, The Secular Furniture of E. W. Godwin, p. 142 illustration 206.

Dimensions
Height: 29.92 in (76 cm)
Width: 66.14 in (168 cm)
Depth: 29.13 in (74 cm)
Year of manufacture
1864
Designer
Edward William Godwin
Period
Gothic Revival
1860-1869
Style
Gothic Revival
Condition
Good

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