Entry hall table for a niece: Part 9
#4
The legs are on. I must admit to mixed feelings at this stage. This is not my style of leg, but it is what my niece wants. Perhaps I will feel differently with a finish on the wood.

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The tenons were kerfed for a wedge ...

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Installed in the bases ...

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And glued into the socket. Note that only the first third is glued. The rear is free to move ...

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The bases have been shaped to reduce their impact ...

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The legs were evened up ..

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Side view from underneath (one does not see the base otherwise) ...

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Regards from Perth

Derek
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#5
Looking good, Derek!

Don't worry about those legs.  Your niece will know how to play the piece to its best.  I built a tall-legged wine-cabinet last summer; I was in despair how it looked once I brought it up from the basement.  My wife then sent it to a perfect room corner where everything just 'clicked' visually.
Chris
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#6
Thanks Chris. I have built several Mid Century pieces to date. I like the simple, clean lines. Similarly, Shaker and Japanese designs. The long legs here take some getting used to. Others who have seen this piece gush over it. I will be patient.

Regards from Perth

Derek
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