19TH CENTURY ANTIQUE SHERATON STYLE CHERRY & TIGER MAPLE
DROP LEAF DINING TABLE WITH GATELEG & EXTRA LONG DRAWER

Bay Colony Antiques takes the utmost pleasure in offering this wonderful 19th century antique Tiger Maple & Cherry drop leaf dining table. The table remains in great condition and is a fine surviving example of a traditional New England dining table made for a family who could afford furnishings crafted from premium grades of lumber. We love the dramatic contrast between the light curly maple base and the darker highly figured specimen of old growth cherry that was selected for the top of the dining table and each of the dropleaf ends. When the leaves are folded upright there is enough surface area to accommodate an entire family sitting at the table for dinner as was customary during the time period in which the table was made. The ability for each leaf to fold downward was a necessary consideration as antique American homes were often wanting for space and most furniture was designed to maximize utility. Even today demand remains strong for premium grades of antique dropleaf tables which can host large gatherings of people and then can be quickly reduced in size. 

One notable feature of this example is that the craftsman went above and beyond by constructing two additional swinging gatelegs that in total allow for six legs to provide extra stability and secure usage for any occasion. In addition to being a nice aesthetic choice, the six legs were probably a necessity given the large size & density of the single board leaves. Another consideration that elevates this table above many other examples of the same era is the presence of an extra-long single drawer housed within the apron of the table. Once you have lived with an antique table which contains a full utility drawer you will never want to go back to life without the convenience of the added feature. The table is supported by six well-turned legs in the Sheraton manner with fine ringlet turnings and charming compressed ball feet. The table is in wonderful condition with our only notes being minor surface wear & one of the old hinges with the word “PATENT” stamped onto them has a small crack. The crack doesn't impede use of the hinge at all because the pin still secures everything together, but we'll point out any "flaw" we note on inspection no matter how small or inconsequential they may be. With the leaves down the table measures 22 3/4” wide x 42 3/4” deep x 29 1/2” tall. When the leaves are locked up the tabletop measures 60 3/4” wide x 42 3/4” deep. 

WELCOME

We are a wholly owned family business in our third decade of continuous operation. We have a large inventory of fine antiques ranging from Early American, Federal, Chippendale, Empire, Centennial, Victorian, 20th Century custom mahogany, Art Deco and Mid-Century Modern antique furniture along with decorative arts from across the globe. All the items we offer to the general public are high quality estate pieces. We do not offer goods with significant flaws or defects. We completely avoid items with issues. You can expect the items we sell to have reasonable wear and tear. Due to the large volume of goods we deal in we cannot describe items in minutia. We do our best to give you an accurate condition report in our description of the items. We have expert woodworkers and re-finishers on staff to service any piece of furniture we offer. We represent all merchandise in absolute good faith and to the very best of our ability. Please ask all questions, including, but not limited to, shipping costs prior to purchase. All items are sold as is and from their location. If you would like to find out about any number of our services, including appraisals and restoration, please ask us about our website for more information. 

SHIPPING & DELIVERIES

     We deliver within a 250 mile range of zip code 01105 for a low cost flat rate. We specialize in New York City and Boston deliveries at extremely reasonable rates. For items requiring shipping beyond our delivery zone, we offer freight or “Ground Services” shipping, depending on the size of the items. We ship anywhere within the Continental United States. Items will require packaging and palletizing for freight shipments. The buyer is responsible for the cost of materials only for this service. We perform this service without the cost of labor as an appreciation for your patronage. Freight class shipping is the fastest and most cost effective method of shipping large items. We can reach anywhere in America with a large shipment within 7-10 business days. We buy materials in bulk to save you excessive costs. The materials required for proper crating of items for their safe transit is so specialized we may need up to 7-10 business days to make sure we get absolutely what is required & do the best job possible. We go the extra mile by designing premium customized furniture crates for the ultimate protection of your purchase. We ship from our facility with a loading dock on a major trucking artery. This and our “volume shippers” discount creates a substantial lower cost for you. The least expensive method of shipping is business to business with loading docks. Next is a business without a dock and the last option is shipping to a resident. We are sending your shipments with freight carriers. They are not furniture movers who bring the items into your home. You are provided with curbside delivery of your shipments. We can get you special services in certain cases, but you are responsible for telling us you require them and for the extra cost of these services, if you instruct our shippers to provide services beyond curbside deliveries. We are responsible for any additional services and charged for these services. We absolutely maintain our right to collect the costs of these charges for services we did not authorize or were prepaid for. 

MERCHANDISE PICK UP AND STORAGE

All our customers are welcome to come to our facility to pick up their purchases free of charge. You can expect friendly help in loading your purchase in your vehicle. We ask that you come ready to transport your purchase by having ample pads or blankets to protect your item in transit. We don’t like to send nice people off with things tied to roof racks. We also do not desire to charge storage fees, but we are holding some purchases for over three years now and are under no contract to. We are not a storage facility. We are happy to hold your items for a reasonable pre-agreed upon period. Beyond or absent any specified contract a $50.00 dollar per week storage fee will apply.

ON-LINE SALES/TERMS OF USE

All Massachusetts residents are subject to the 6.25% sales tax unless you possess a valid resale number from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. We do not accept returns so please, ask all questions prior to submitting an offer or purchasing. We have a zero tolerance policy for non-paying buyers. Any offer we accept is a binding sale and subject to the conditions herein. Massachusetts General Law applies to all sales. Bidding on and purchasing any item is under the acknowledgment of the buyer and is consent to the contractual agreement set forth herein. This agreement is in full force and effect on any item purchased through our Ebay store and on items purchased through us and our gallery. We strive to make your on-line buying experience as easy and pleasant as possible. We accept all major credit cards and are delighted to answer any questions that you may have or provide services you may need.