This beautifully crafted and very elegant extending dining table was designed by Richard Hornby for renowned British furniture makers, Fyne Ladye, in the 1960s. Fyne Ladye almost exclusively used afromosia, an African hardwood, that’s darker and less orange than teak but it became scarcer from 1962 as costs to import it made its use prohibitive. Given its age, the table is in fantastic condition – it’s clearly been taken care of. When in regular mode, it’s a neat size, comfortably accommodating four. But it extends to just over 1.8m so there is room for many more guests. As such, it’s a versatile piece, ideal for a dining space where a permanent large table would be too dominant but you need that option occasionally.
