Project Information
This Hall Table is inspired by the classic Shaker Night Stand, with the addition of two drawers, an increase in height by two inches, and extending the side overhang to provide balance. I think the design is truly classically understated with a timeless quality.
Primarily made from Honduras Mahogany, the drawer fronts are Birdseye Maple, inlaid to the legs is Ancient Red Gum with matching drawer pulls, the drawer bodies are salvaged quarter sawn Elm from Melbourne
This was my first attempt at French polish with the assistance of Alastair Boell from Melbourne Guild of Fine Furniture. I am extremely pleased with the result, and super impressed with using Shellac!
A brief word on the Ancient Red Gum inlay. This ornamentation came about from a "happy accident". After milling the legs to the size of the Shaker Night Stand, I realised the Hall Stand should be taller. The "inlay" actually hides a joined leg extension so that the height of the table could be increased to a more appropriate height for the hall. Fortunately I was able to grain match these extensions such that they are almost indistinguishable from their respective legs - but look closely!
Primarily made from Honduras Mahogany, the drawer fronts are Birdseye Maple, inlaid to the legs is Ancient Red Gum with matching drawer pulls, the drawer bodies are salvaged quarter sawn Elm from Melbourne
This was my first attempt at French polish with the assistance of Alastair Boell from Melbourne Guild of Fine Furniture. I am extremely pleased with the result, and super impressed with using Shellac!
A brief word on the Ancient Red Gum inlay. This ornamentation came about from a "happy accident". After milling the legs to the size of the Shaker Night Stand, I realised the Hall Stand should be taller. The "inlay" actually hides a joined leg extension so that the height of the table could be increased to a more appropriate height for the hall. Fortunately I was able to grain match these extensions such that they are almost indistinguishable from their respective legs - but look closely!