This handsome walnut tavern table features a single drawer with simple brass pulls and a top with a subtle breadboard edge that speaks to its working heritage. The turned legs and stretcher base show the honest craftsmanship typical of early 18th-century furniture, built to withstand daily use in taverns and homes alike. Circa 1720, this piece reflects the English or American Colonial tradition of functional yet refined domestic furniture. Tavern tables of this period served multiple purposes, from serving drinks to providing a surface for correspondence or casual dining, and their sturdy construction made them fixtures in both public houses and private dwellings. If you'd like to learn more about our products, please visit our university page for more information.