Vintage Original English Butchers Block made from Beech, circa 1950

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An original English vintage beech butchers block table made in the 1950s. The block consists of two parts which come apart if required. The top has been constructed with end grained blocks of beech and a side grain perimeter. The sides have 4 stainless steel inset corner brackets and a carrying handle. The base is pegged mortis and tenoned construction with stainless steel toe caps. The top is slightly dished and with plenty of witness marks, due to its previous life as an actual butchers block! The top has a beech end grained fillet spline, which has been inserted due to shrinkage over time.Dimensions: Height: 33.86 in (86 cm)Width: 19.69 in (50 cm)Depth: 19.69 in (50 cm)Style: Industrial (Of the Period)Materials and Techniques: Beech,Hand-CraftedPlace of Origin: EnglandPeriod: Mid-20th CenturyDate of Manufacture: 1950Condition: DistressedRepaired: Beech spline fillet inserted due to shrinkage. Wear consistent with age and use.Seller Location: Sherborne, GBReference Number: 1stDibs: LU7154239465102