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Unique Danish Drop-Leaf Table
Located in New York, NY
Unique Danish drop-leaf table. Walnut drop-leaf table with wheels.
Measures (fully open): 60" W x
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Brass
Danish Drop-Leaf Table, circa 1790
Located in Aalsgaarde, DK
Original painted Danish drop-leaf table, circa 1790
H. 77 W-open. 121 W-closed. 63 D. 84 cm
H
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Antique 18th Century Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Wood
Vintage Danish Teak Drop Leaf Dining Table, 1950s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish teak drop leaf dining table 1950s
Beautiful and very elegant Mid-Century Modern
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Teak
Drop-Leaf Table in Teak, 1960s Denmark
Located in Balen, BE
, Denmark. The table is elegant in its functional design and details such as the footboards turned in teak
Category
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Metal
Danish Modern Hans Wegner Drop Leaf Occasional Table
By Hans J. Wegner, Andreas Tuck
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Danish modern teak and oak drop leaf occasional table designed by Hans J. Wegner. Tables expands to
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Mid-20th Century Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Teak
Large Danish Drop-leaf Dining Table in Teak and Brass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Drop-leaf dining table, teak, brass, Denmark, 1950s
This extendable dining table of Danish origin
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Brass
Vintage Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Drop Leaf Coffee Table
Located in San Marcos, CA
Denmark to California before its refinishing.
This exquisite cocktail table features a vibrant wood grain
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Teak
Danish Mid-Century Modern Walnut Drop Leaf Dining Table W/ Extension Leaf Mint!
By Paul McCobb, Drexel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid-Century Modern walnut drop leaf dining table w/ extension leaf mint!
Side leaves measure: 17 inches across. Center leaf measures: 20 inches across.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Walnut
H 29 in W 40 in D 26 in
Danish Teak Vintage Drop Leaf Dining Table by Bernhard Pedersen
By Bernhard Pedersen & Son
Located in London, GB
A fantastic and very rare vintage Danish drop leaf dining table in Teak. This was made in Denmark by the high end manufacturer Bernhard Pedersen & Sons, it dates from the 1960’s.
Th...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Teak
Danish Teak Vintage Drop Leaf Dining Table by Borge Mogensen
By Børge Mogensen
Located in London, GB
A stunning and rare vintage Danish drop leaf dining table in teak. This was designed by Borge Mogensen for Soborg Mobelfabrik, it dates from the 1960’s.
The design is fantastic, wit...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Teak
Danish Teak Mid-Century Modern Drop Leaf Gate Leg Dining Table
By Dux of Sweden, Selig
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Banded Edge Danish Teak Mid-Century Modern drop leaf gate leg dining table.
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Teak
Danish Drop-Leaf Table in Quartersawn Oak by Henry Kjærnulf, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
Charming little drop-leaf table in solid quarter sawn oak with a beautiful wood grain. The table is
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Oak
1960s Danish Peter Hvidt Drop-Leaf Dining Table in Teak and Brass
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Pasadena, TX
Peter Hvidt drop-leaf desk or dining table in teak and brass
Denmark, 1960s Versatile drop-leaf
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Teak
John Stuart Danish Mid Century Modern Solid Teak Drop Leaf Coffee Center Table
By Peter Hvidt, John Stuart
Located in Rockaway, NJ
John Stuart Danish Mid Century Modern Solid Teak Drop Leaf Coffee Center Table MINT!
Opened: W54
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Teak
H 22 in W 30 in D 30 in
Mid Century Danish Modern Drop-Leaf Dining Table by Hans C. Andersen
By Hans C. Andersen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Teak dining table designed by Hans C. Andersen.
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Teak
1950s Danish Architects Embassy Drop-Leaf Teak Table in Style of Hans Wegner
By Willy Beck, Ejner Larsen and Aksel Bender Madsen
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Rare table, with swiveling triangles for leaf supports. Designed by Madsen, Aksel Bender (1916-2000
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Teak
H 18.5 in W 20.25 in D 20.25 in
Danish Brutalist Style Small Drop-Leaf Coffee Table Made of Solid Oak, 1940's
By Axel Einar Hjorth, Henning Kjærnulf, Otto Færge 1
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Small vintage brutalist style drop-leaf coffee table made of solid oak. Made in Denmark circa 1940
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Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Oak
Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Drop Leaf Dining Table w/ 2 Leaves Boards MINT
By Arne Vodder, George Tanier
Located in Rockaway, NJ
George Tanier Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Drop Leaf Dining Table w/ 2 Leaves Boards MINT
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Brass
H 29 in W 42 in D 28 in
Made in Norway Danish Modern Bent Rosewood Plywood Legs Drop Leaf Dining Table
By Finn Juhl, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Made in Norway Danish Modern Bent Rosewood Plywood Legs Drop Leaf Dining Table
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20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Rosewood
H 29 in W 59 in D 35 in
1960s Danish Modern Drop-Leaf Teak Table by Bendt Winge for Kleppes Møbelfabrikk
By Kleppe Møbelfabrik
Located in Charleston, SC
collectors of mid century modern Danish. The leaves hang from the table, with original reinforced hinges
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Birch, Teak
H 28.75 in W 56.75 in D 35.5 in
Drop Leaf Table by Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Drop-leaf table in rosewood. Designed in 1952. Additional length: 40.00cm per leaf. Arne Jacobsen
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Mid-Century Scandinavian Drop-Leaf Dining Table, c.1960
By Jason Møbler, Kurt Østervig
Located in London, GB
A modern mid-century design Scandinavian 'Eva' Drop-leaf dining table by Kurt Ostervig for Jason
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Wood, Teak
Midcentury Hans Wegner for Andreas Tuck Drop-Leaf Side Table
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful vintage modern drop-leaf side table is stamped, "By Hans Wegner for Andreas Tuck
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Teak
Kurt Østervig for Jason Möbler Rosewood Drop-Leaf Dining Table, 1960s
By Jason Møbler, Kurt Østervig
Located in London, GB
This rare drop-leaf dining table in rosewood shows an unusual, impressive base of six V-shaped legs, made with extraordinary craftsmanship and designed by Kurt Østervig for Jason Fur...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Rosewood
H 29.14 in W 77.17 in D 51.58 in
Børge Mogensen Drop-Leaf Dining Table in Teak and Steel
By Børge Mogensen, Søborg Møbler 1
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbler, dining table or desk, teak, steel, Denmark, 1953.
Drop leaf teak
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Steel
19th Century Danish Empire Mahogany Salon Table
Located in Pasadena, CA
A 19th century Empire mahogany salon table, featuring a pair of drop leaves and delicate inlay
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Antique 19th Century Danish Empire Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Mahogany
19th Century Dutch Continental Rosewood Marquetry Drop-Leaf Table
Located in Forney, TX
veneered Biedermeier drop-leaf table from the mid-late 19th century.
Continental European origin
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Antique 19th Century European Neoclassical Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Mid-Century Modern Danish Occasional Table by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, Andreas Tuck
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Danish occasional table by Hans Wegner. Two drop leaves. Wheels
depth 45/79 cm.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Oak, Teak
Drop Leaf HM5 Lounge Table-Brass/Oiled Oak by Hvidt & Mølgaard for &Tradition
By Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in Dubai, AE
& Mølgaard devised this handsome lounge table in 1956.
As part of the Drop Leaf series, it boasts the same
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Drop-leaf and P...
Materials
Brass
H 30.32 in W 22.84 in D 21.26 in
Drop Leaf HM5 Lounge Table-Brass/Oiled Walnut by Hvidt & Mølgaard for &Tradition
By Hvidt & Mølgaard
Located in Dubai, AE
& Mølgaard devised this handsome lounge table in 1956.
As part of the Drop Leaf series, it boasts the same
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Drop-leaf and P...
Materials
Brass
H 30.32 in W 22.84 in D 21.26 in
Teak Drop-Leaf Dining Table, Model 3601, by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Dorchester, MA
, model 3601, features a teak drop-leaf top on a slender polished steel frame. The table, which extends to
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Steel
H 27.25 in W 27.5 in D 24.5 in
Wall Hung Table Designed by Helge Vestergaard Jensen, Denmark, 1950s
By Helge Vestergaard-Jensen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Wall hung table designed by Helge Vestergaard Jensen, for Peder Pedersen,
Denmark. 1950's
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Rosewood
H 28.75 in W 35.44 in D 30.32 in
1970s Scandinavian Drop-Leaf Rio Rosewood Extending Dining Table by Bendt Winge
By Kleppe Møbelfabrik
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
A 1970s Danish "model 4" drop-leaf table by Norwegian designer Bendt Winge for Kleppe Møbelfabrikk
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Hardwood
H 28.75 in W 59.06 in D 34.65 in
Hans J. Wegner AT-319 Rosewood & Steel Drop Leaf Dining Table for Andreas Tuck
By Hans J. Wegner, Andreas Tuck Møbelfabrik
Located in Hudson, NY
Rosewood dining table with removable drop leaves mede by Andreas Tuck can be used as working table
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Rosewood
H 17.5 in W 73.5 in D 39 in
Vintage Mid-Century Arne Jacobsen 3601 Drop Leaf Table for Fritz Hansen in Teak
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in London, GB
One of Arne Jacobsen’s more utilitarian designs from the 1950s, the 3601 table stands on aluminium
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Aluminum
H 27.56 in W 27.56 in D 24.41 in
Danish Folding Dining Table by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Model 3601, 1950s
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Santa Gertrudis, Baleares
Nice small drop-leaf table model 3601 designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1952
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Metal
H 26.78 in W 27.56 in D 23.63 in
Teak Expansion Dining Table w/ Stow-in Leaves by BRDR Furbo, Denmark, c. 1960s
By BRDR Furbo
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a highly functional, Danish-made expansion dining table built by the renown BRDR Furbo
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Teak
H 28.75 in W 59 in D 39.5 in
Small square table with two rounded extensions forming an oval table
Located in SAINT-YRIEIX-SUR-CHARENTE, FR
Small square table in stained wood from Denmark. Two removable semi-circular leaves can be folded
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Wood
H 28.35 in W 63.78 in D 33.47 in
Mid-Century Modern Teak Extension Dining Table by Skovby Møbelfabrik, c. 1970's
By Skovby Møbelfabrik A/S 1
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a rare and elegant extension dining table crafted in Denmark in the 1970s by the
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Teak
H 30 in W 70.75 in D 47.25 in
Danish Draw Leaf Dining Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern dining table in rich rosewood grain. Danish made with two extra leaves that
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Danish Draw Leaf Dining Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern Danish made dining table with expanding top. Goes from 54" to 93" when leaves
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern Teak Draw Leaf Dining Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Danish modern dining table with two hidden draw leaf extensions. Teakwood in good condition with
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Teak
Moreddi Danish Teak Draw-Leaf Dining Table
By Moreddi 1
Located in Highland, IN
This teak dining table by Moreddi is a Danish design classic. Beautifully detailed and constructed
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Teak
Danish Draw Leaf Dining Table in Teak
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark
Designer: Unknown
Manufacturer: Unknown
Era: 1960s
Materials: Teak
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern Teak Drop Leaf Dining Table, 1960s
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish modern teak drop leaf dining table, 1960s
Large dining table with drop leaf extension
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Danish Teak Draw Leaf Dining Table
Located in Puslinch, ON
vintage teak dining table. Made in Denmark, circa 1970s. In excellent condition. Leaves store under
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Teak
Danish Teak Large Extendable Draw Leaf Dining Table
By Henning Kjærnulf, Vejle Stole & Møbelfabrik
Located in Baltimore, MD
Exceptional Danish Modern teak extension dining table designed by Henning Kjaernulf for Vejle Stole
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern Draw Leaf Dining Table in Rosewood
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark
Designer: Unknown
Manufacturer: Unknown
Era: 1960s
Materials: Rosewood
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Danish Modern Drop Leaf Teak + Beech Dining Table
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark
Designer: Unknown
Manufacturer: Unknown
Era: 1960s
Materials: Teak, Beech
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Teak, Beech
Danish Modern Draw Leaf Dining Table in Rosewood
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark
Designer: Unknown
Manufacturer: Unknown
Era: 1960s
Materials: Rosewood
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Danish Modern Draw Leaf Dining Table in Teak
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark
Designer: Unknown
Manufacturer: Unknown
Era: 1950s
Materials: Teak
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern Draw Leaf Dining Table in Rosewood
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark
Designer: Unknown
Manufacturer: Unknown
Era: 1960s
Materials: Rosewood
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Draw Leaf Dining Table
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood Danish dining table, circa 1960's. Top is framed in solid wood, center panels feature
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Teak Danish Large Rectangular Draw Leaf Expandable Dining Table
By H. Sigh & Søns Møbelfabrik AS
Located in Baltimore, MD
An exceptional, Danish, Modern, teak draw leaf Expandable dining table, by Willy Sigh for H. Sigh
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Teak
Danish Dining Table with Leaf Shaped Top in Pine
By Rainer Daumiller
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Attributed to Rainer Daumiller dining table, pine, Denmark, 1970s
A stunning dining table executed
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Pine
Mid-Century Danish Teak Extendable Draw Leaf Dining Table
By Vejle Stole & Møbelfabrik, Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Baltimore, MD
An exceptional Danish Modern teak extension dining table designed by Henning Kjaernulf for Vejle
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Teak
Peter Hvidt Danish Drop Leaf Rectangular Teak End / Side Table
By Peter Hvidt
Located in New York, NY
Danish Mid-Century rectangular teak end/side table with two drop leaves, supported by a four legged
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Materials
Wood, Teak
Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Draw Leaf Dining Table
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood Danish dining table, circa 1960's. Gentle curved edge and lovely grain patterns. Unique
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Hardwood
Danish Modern Drop-Leaf Dining Table with Tile Inlays
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Interesting Danish modern dining table. Two drop-leaf extensions on both ends of the table, with
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Teak
Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Draw Leaf Dining Table
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood mid-century dining table, circa 1960's. Self-storing leaves slide out from each end to
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Hardwood
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Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the Danish table leaf you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, hardwood and teak, every Danish table leaf was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a Danish table leaf, we have 463 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect Danish table leaf — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right Danish table leaf, those designed in Scandinavian Modern, Mid-Century Modern and Modern styles are of considerable interest. Hans J. Wegner, Andreas Tuck and Kurt Østervig each produced at least one beautiful Danish table leaf that is worth considering.
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A Danish table leaf can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,800, while the lowest priced sells for $500 and the highest can go for as much as $36,000.
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- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023When a table has a leaf, it means that you can adjust the size. A leaf is a removable section that enables you to expand the length of a table to accommodate more guests. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of dining tables from some of the world's top sellers.
- What is a drop-leaf table?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A drop-leaf table has a fixed section in the center and a hinged section, or leaf, on each side that can be folded down.
- What is a draw leaf table?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023A draw-leaf table is a type of expandable table typically used for dining. The design includes one or more extensions called leaves that hide away within the table until you’re ready to use them. Shop a collection of draw-leaf tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A dining table with leaf is a dining table that has its middle part as solid and remains in place, but the two sides of the table drop down on a hinge, so they hang at the side. This is where the name 'drop leaf' comes from. Many homeowners have decided to go with leaf tables as they offer a lot of flexibility to their homes. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of dining table options as well as a range of vintage and antique drop-leaf tables.
- What is a table butterfly leaf?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The butterfly leaf of a table is a panel that can be used to expand the surface area of a table. Named after the insect, a butterfly leaf table opens in place, similar to a butterfly's wings, and also folds back into itself, sliding under the table to optimize storage. Shop a selection of butterfly leaf tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Dining room tables with butterfly leaves look like they have wings when they’re being opened, which is why they’re called butterflies. A butterfly leaf affords you more space at your dining table for additional house guests. Owing to geared slides, butterfly leaf tables should open easily.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A draw-leaf dining table means that the table’s leaves are stored under the main tabletop. The top of the table is lifted slightly on its frame and the leaves pulled out on each end. Relatedly, a drop-leaf table is a table with a fixed center section, but on either side of that, there are hinged leaves that can be raised or lowered according to your specific needs. The purpose of a drop-leaf table is to save space when the table is not in use. Drop-leaf tables can also be used as nightstands, side tables, coffee tables, and desks. Find a collection of antique and vintage draw-leaf dining tables on 1stDibs today.
- How do I date a drop-leaf table?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To date a drop-leaf table, first look for saw marks. If you see straight ones, your table likely dates back to before the early 19th century. Pieces made after should show curved saw marks. A licensed furniture appraiser can assist you with determining an exact date. Find a range of expertly vetted drop-leaf tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023The first drop-leaf tables emerged during the era of the early 17th century. These first pieces usually feature a gate leg that swings out to support the leaf. Drop-leaf tables with side brackets debuted in the early 19th century. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of drop-leaf tables.
- How does a drop leaf table work?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021A drop-leaf table features a fixed section and one or more foldable sections. The well-made hinges hold the fixed and foldable sections and allow the leaves to pop up. These sections are anchored with the help of swing-out legs for secure placement. Find antique and vintage drop-leaf tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A drop-leaf table is a type of table that has a fixed portion in the center and foldable portions on either side joined by hinges. These foldable portions can be dropped and closed to save space when the table is not in use. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage drop leaf dining tables.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023The difference between a gateleg table and a drop leaf table is the design of the section that you can raise to expand the piece. On a drop leaf table, the extension does not have any lower support. A gateleg table has a leg that swings out to rest beneath the extension. Find a selection of tables from some of the world's best sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023While you can look for markings and other details to try and determine the maker, the best way to identify an antique drop leaf table is to work with a certified appraiser. Trusted online venues and search engines can be helpful when conducting research on a specific collectible, piece of jewelry, art work or other item about which you may have questions, but qualified professionals, such as an antiques dealer or an appraiser at an auction house, have the knowledge and experience needed to make more accurate identifications. Shop a selection of antique, vintage and modern tables on 1stDibs.