Shaker Candle Table Cherry Wood Stand With Hand-Rubbed Finish

Traditional Shaker Candle Table in Cherry Wood Dimensions in Inches: 26 1/2 heigh x 16 diameter Material: Cherry wood Finish: hand-rubbed oil varnish Traditional Shaker Cherry Wood Candle Table made in the authentic Shaker design. This table has a colorless varnish that emphasizes the natural grain of the wood. The finish reflects the general American preference for natural wood in the late 19th & 20th centuries, which the Shakers shared. This traditional Shaker Candle Table was made in the spirit of the Shaker dedication to quality, perfection & simple grace. It is lightweight, sturdy, & with care will last a lifetime. It is perfect for small entry ways, it can be used as an end table, bedside table, or in any number of rooms. The classic simplistic design can lend itself well to many different styles & tastes. Who were the Shakers? The Shakers who began their history in Manchester, England in the mid-18th century, practiced their beliefs in communities where members devoted themselves to work & worship. Shaker craftsmen & craftswomen incorporated their principles into their work: durability, simplicity, utility, perfection, grace. Their communal lifestyle freed them from the economic pressures of life experienced by craftsmen in the world; therefore, in such an atmosphere the finest work was expected & accomplished. Shaker Candle Table Cherry Wood Stand With Hand-Rubbed Finish