A large French Refectory Table

A 19th century French Louis XIV style extending refectory table standing on massive baluster legs joined by a central stretcher, the side rails decorated with carved foliate motifs and coats of arms. The oak parquetry table top and the extensions with a good and luminous patination. This table will seat 6 when closed, and comfortably up to 10 people when fully extended. Area of Isle de France (Greater Paris), circa 1870.