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Valley of Virginia side table

September 30th, 2009 in The Gallery     
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This is a reproduction of a walnut table of unknown origins. The original was probably built by a farmer. The inlay pattern was developed in the late 18th century by cabinet makers in the north end of the Valley of Virginia. The print was drawn up by Carlyle Lynch based on the original which was part of a private collection. The table had been sold during the depression after having been in the family for several generations. The person that bought it paid 50 cents for the table.  


Design or Plan used: Carlyle Lynch
posted in: The Gallery, table, walnut, shaker, inlay
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clinton66 writes: I also just finished this same piece from Lynch's antique furniture found in Virginia. Mine is much cruder looking though since this is the first piece of furniture that I've made. I also oriented the end grain on the front/back. I looked at it both ways and just like the front to back grain flow better. I thought about putting a bread board end on it but figured I'd probably mess it up. How did you make the beading on the drawer front? I love this peice because it's the perfect size for almost any house. Posted: 4:13 pm on October 2nd
Richard Jones writes: Nice piece, for sure. Interesting that the top orientation is front-to-back. Wonder what the reason for that was.............

Beading really sets off the front and adds visual to the already nicely done inlay. Simple with some fancy. Nice pull as well.

Thanks for sharing.

Rich Posted: 5:20 am on October 2nd
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