American Victorian Tiger Oak Side Table w/ Barley Twist Legs & Claw Feet, c.1930’s

Designer: Knoxville Table & Chair Co. Manufacturer: Knoxville Table & Chair Co. Country: United States Materials: Tiger Oak, Brass Plated Claw Feet, Glass Ball Casters Period Style: American Victorian Date of Manufacturer: 1930’s Condition: Original Vintage Condition Number of Items: 1 ID Number: Pro 029 Dimensions: 28.50”H x 33.50”W x 33.50”D Description: This American Victorian side table by Knoxville Table & Chair Co., c.1930s, is crafted from solid tiger oak, prized for its dramatic quarter-sawn grain pattern, sometimes referred to as “cordyceion” or “cork grain.” The surface shimmers in the sunlight, revealing a lively ripple of golden rays that change as you move around it—a testament to the skillful way the wood was cut and finished. Elegant barley twist legs add sculptural detail, complemented by a lower tier shelf for function and balance. Brass-plated claw feet clutch original glass ball casters, lending both mobility and distinctive character. Retaining its original vintage condition, this table stands as a striking example of American craftsmanship blending beauty and utility. Fun Historical Fact : The Knoxville Table & Chair Co., founded in Tennessee in the early 20th century, became widely known for producing affordable yet finely crafted oak furniture during America’s golden age of catalog and mail-order sales. Tables like this one were often advertised as both decorative and practical, embodying the Victorian belief that even utilitarian pieces should display artistry. Their work contributed to the popularity of oak as the quintessential American furniture wood through the 1930s.