Antique Victorian Ash Side Table by Harrison & Son Blackburn c.1881–85 with Drawer & Pot Board
Antique Victorian Ash Side Table by Harrison & Son Blackburn c.1881–85 with Drawer & Pot Board
Antique Victorian Ash Side Table by Harrison & Son Blackburn c.1881–85 with Drawer & Pot Board
An Antique Victorian Ash Side Table by Harrison & Son of Blackburn, retaining its original label and expressing the quiet utility and clarity of late 19th century English country furniture.
KEY FEATURES
• Solid ash construction with open, pronounced grain
• Single working drawer with fluted front detail
• Dummy drawer fronts to side panels
• Original aged brass handle
• Ring-turned legs with shaped corner brackets
• Pot board stretcher at base
• Surviving maker’s label to drawer interior
• Harrison & Son, Blackburn & Burnley, c.1881–85
FULL DESCRIPTION
This Antique Victorian Ash Side Table is defined by its structure and material rather than ornament. The ash timber gives the table a clear, open grain, creating a surface that reads with depth and variation without excess weight.
The rectangular top sits cleanly above a single drawer, its front worked with restrained horizontal fluting. This detail introduces texture without disrupting the overall balance. To the sides, dummy drawer fronts maintain symmetry, reinforcing the table’s measured proportions.
The legs are ring-turned and joined by shaped corner brackets, adding a subtle architectural quality as the form transitions downward. These brackets create rhythm between apron and leg, before the structure resolves into a full pot board stretcher. The pot board grounds the table visually and provides practical storage at floor level.
The original brass handle remains in place, softened in tone through age. Inside the drawer, the surviving Harrison & Son paper label anchors the table to a specific regional workshop in Lancashire during the early 1880s. This level of attribution adds both historical clarity and collector relevance.
The table sits with a quiet confidence. Its proportions are practical, its construction honest, and its material expressive. It functions easily within both traditional and contemporary interiors where natural timber and restrained form are valued.
DIMENSIONS
Height: 81cm
Width: 86.5cm
Depth: 57cm
MATERIALS
Solid ash
Hand-cut dovetail joints
Turned legs with shaped apron brackets
Fixed pot board stretcher
Original brass hardware
Original internal paper label
CONDITION
Good antique condition with age-appropriate wear. Surface marks and patina consistent with use. Wear to feet as expected. Maker’s label worn but remains legible. Structurally sound.
ORIGIN / PERIOD
Harrison & Son, Blackburn & Burnley, Lancashire
Circa 1881–1885
STYLING SUGGESTIONS
Works well as a side table beside a chair or sofa, where the grain and structure can be appreciated at eye level. The pot board offers practical storage for books or objects, while the scale allows it to sit comfortably in both compact and open spaces.
FAQ
Q: Is the label original?
A: Yes, the paper label inside the drawer appears original and period consistent.
Q: Is the drawer functional?
A: Yes, the drawer runs as intended.
Q: What is the lower shelf?
A: It is a pot board, traditionally used for storage.
UNIQUE POINTS
Original Harrison & Son maker’s label
Clear attribution to a documented Lancashire workshop
Expressive ash grain throughout
Fluted drawer with balanced symmetry
Architectural bracketed leg construction
Full pot board base providing structure and function
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