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Antique pre-war extendable table in Rushden, Bedfordshire for sale

Antique pre-war extendable table

For sale is an extendable (6ft) antique T.B.&.W.Cockayne solid wood pre war dining table. This table has being passed down through my family and remains in excellent condition with no scratches or wear and tear. History can be found of its makers dating back to the 1800's and the bombing in 1940 sheffield blitz which destroyed the famous furniture shop based on Angel street. '' In 1829 two brothers called Thomas and William Cockayne opened a draper's shop at 1 Angel Street in Sheffield. The firm became a limited company in 1899 by which time it had expanded into a large department store with its own cabinet making factory. The store was destroyed together with many of the company's records in the Sheffield Blitz of December 1940 '' There is also a paper clipping image included of the shop in devistation after the bombing. The table is maker marked as shown in the picture and would make a beautiful family dining table. The sides either pull out to extend or push underneath the main table to save room in the household. Viewings are welcome and feel free to ask any questions. Collection from rushden or may deliver locally for small petrol charge 80.00 ono Thankyou for looking