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Pastoe Drop Down Desk or Cabinet
Pastoe Drop Down Desk or Cabinet

Pastoe Drop Down Desk or Cabinet

By Pastoe

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Mid-century two toned Pastoe drop down desk or cabinet with original keys. Striking blonde frame

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Teak, Birch

Mid Century Modern Danish Teak Atomic Sideboard Bar Cabinet c.1950’s, Refinished
Mid Century Modern Danish Teak Atomic Sideboard Bar Cabinet c.1950’s, Refinished

Mid Century Modern Danish Teak Atomic Sideboard Bar Cabinet c.1950’s, Refinished

By Axel Christiansen Odder

Located in Lutz, FL

18.5”D Top section features a locking drop down cabinet with mirrored back, glass shelf and two felt

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Brass

1960s Danish Vintage Teak Sideboard by Clausen & Søn
1960s Danish Vintage Teak Sideboard by Clausen & Søn

1960s Danish Vintage Teak Sideboard by Clausen & Søn

By Clausen & Søn

Located in London, GB

central drop down cabinet is completely lined with rosewood. The Clausen & Søn label is still seen on the

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Teak

Pair of Paul Frankl Night Stands
Pair of Paul Frankl Night Stands

Pair of Paul Frankl Night Stands

By Paul Frankl

Located in New York, NY

top drop down cabinet. X hardware newly replated in nickel.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Nickel

Amazing Mid Century Italian Console Table With Drop Down Bar Feature
Amazing Mid Century Italian Console Table With Drop Down Bar Feature

Amazing Mid Century Italian Console Table With Drop Down Bar Feature

Located in Portlaoise, IE

decorative drop down cabinet is in burl walnut and the carved legs and faux bamboo are carved in maple. This

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Glass, Hardwood

Scandinavian Mid-Century modern unit
Scandinavian Mid-Century modern unit

Scandinavian Mid-Century modern unit

Located in Diest, BE

includes ample open shelving, two spacious cabinets with sliding doors, a central drop-down cabinet perfect

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

Materials

Wood

Antonio Gioia "Avanti" Black Wall Unit for Dux, Swedish, 1980s
Antonio Gioia "Avanti" Black Wall Unit for Dux, Swedish, 1980s

Antonio Gioia "Avanti" Black Wall Unit for Dux, Swedish, 1980s

By Dux of Sweden

Located in Los Angeles, CA

. The unit's thoughtful design includes two narrower sections, each with a drop-down cabinet (38.25

Category

Vintage 1980s Swedish Modern Cabinets

Materials

Aluminum

Two-Tone Industrial Wood and Metal Desk
Two-Tone Industrial Wood and Metal Desk

Two-Tone Industrial Wood and Metal Desk

Located in Los Angeles, CA

with metal hand pulls and keyed entry. Drop down cabinet that most like once housed a typewriter

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome

Spanish Carved Wood End Table
Spanish Carved Wood End Table

Spanish Carved Wood End Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

drawer and drop-down cabinet with lower shelf. Original finish shows great age and patina. Stunning and

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish End Tables

Materials

Wood

1880s English Pigeon Hole Cabinet with Drop-Down Doors
1880s English Pigeon Hole Cabinet with Drop-Down Doors

1880s English Pigeon Hole Cabinet with Drop-Down Doors

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1880s English pigeon hole cabinet with drop-down doors.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Cupboards

Materials

Wood

Poul Cadovius CADO 3 Bay Wall Unit
Poul Cadovius CADO 3 Bay Wall Unit

Poul Cadovius CADO 3 Bay Wall Unit

By Poul Cadovius

Located in New Windsor, NY

four drawer cabinet, a sliding door cabinet with an adjustable shelf and a drop down cabinet with

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

Materials

Mahogany

Tambour Door Cabinet with Drop Down Desk by Edward Wormley
Tambour Door Cabinet with Drop Down Desk by Edward Wormley

Tambour Door Cabinet with Drop Down Desk by Edward Wormley

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Tambour door cabinet with drop down desk by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. This piece was a custom

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Danish Angular Desk with Finished Back
Danish Angular Desk with Finished Back

Danish Angular Desk with Finished Back

Located in Brooklyn, NY

handles, tapered legs, finished with an angled back. Four drawers, two back cubbies and drop down cabinet

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Vintage mid century modern double drop down record cabinet, circa 1960s
Vintage mid century modern double drop down record cabinet, circa 1960s

Vintage mid century modern double drop down record cabinet, circa 1960s

Located in Houston, TX

Vintage mid century modern double drop down record cabinet, circa 1960s. In very good original

Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Wood

16th Century Primitive Dutch Cupboard Cabinet with Drop Down Table
16th Century Primitive Dutch Cupboard Cabinet with Drop Down Table

16th Century Primitive Dutch Cupboard Cabinet with Drop Down Table

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Rare Dutch cupboard cabinet featuring a drop-down farmhouse table that was used in smaller country

Category

Antique 16th Century Dutch Rustic Cupboards

Materials

Wood

Antique French Oak Bank Cabinet with Drop Down Doors, 1900
Antique French Oak Bank Cabinet with Drop Down Doors, 1900

Antique French Oak Bank Cabinet with Drop Down Doors, 1900

Located in Nijmegen, NL

This French oak cabinet was designed and made, circa 1900 in France. It features 32 compartments

Category

Early 20th Century French Industrial Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Double Sided Teak Desk
Double Sided Teak Desk

Double Sided Teak Desk

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Lovely vintage Danish modern desk with five drawers of front storage space and a drop down cabinet

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Mid Century Danish Teak Wood Display Cabinets with Glass Doors & Drop-down
Mid Century Danish Teak Wood Display Cabinets with Glass Doors & Drop-down

Mid Century Danish Teak Wood Display Cabinets with Glass Doors & Drop-down

By Sejling Skabe

Located in Detroit, MI

This exceptional set of matching vintage mid century Danish modern lighted display cabinets were

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Antique French Oak Bank Cabinet with Drop Down Doors, ca 1920s
Antique French Oak Bank Cabinet with Drop Down Doors, ca 1920s

Antique French Oak Bank Cabinet with Drop Down Doors, ca 1920s

Located in Nijmegen, NL

This French oak cabinet was designed and made, circa 1920 in France. It features 21 compartments

Category

Vintage 1920s French Industrial Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Rare Extra Large Poul Cadovius Teak Room Divider
Rare Extra Large Poul Cadovius Teak Room Divider

Rare Extra Large Poul Cadovius Teak Room Divider

By Poul Cadovius, Royal

Located in Los Angeles, CA

teak sliding doors, drop-down cabinet and endless surface area. The unit is sophisticated and ageless

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Metal

1960s Midcentury Gordon Russell Elm and Rosewood Compact Sideboard
1960s Midcentury Gordon Russell Elm and Rosewood Compact Sideboard

1960s Midcentury Gordon Russell Elm and Rosewood Compact Sideboard

By Gordon Russell

Located in Hook, Hampshire

rosewood drawer fronts and details. The two drop down cabinet doors have solid lip handles and drop down

Category

Vintage 1960s European Shelves

Materials

Teak

Geometric Cabinet Bookcase with Drop Down Desk by Johan Tapp for Gumps
Geometric Cabinet Bookcase with Drop Down Desk by Johan Tapp for Gumps

Geometric Cabinet Bookcase with Drop Down Desk by Johan Tapp for Gumps

By Gumps, Johan Tapp

Located in Palm Desert, CA

Fantastic Art Deco bookcase with hidden drop down desk by Johan Tapp. Completely restored with dark

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Bookcases

Materials

Enamel

Pair of Antique French Oak Bank Cabinet with Drop Down Doors, 1900
Pair of Antique French Oak Bank Cabinet with Drop Down Doors, 1900

Pair of Antique French Oak Bank Cabinet with Drop Down Doors, 1900

Located in Nijmegen, NL

These French oak cabinets were designed and made, circa 1900 in France. They feature 14

Category

Early 20th Century French Industrial Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Bookcase with Drop-Down Desk
Bookcase with Drop-Down Desk

Bookcase with Drop-Down Desk

Located in Brescia, IT

Vintage rosewood cabinet with gold detailing. Elegant bookcase with drawers and flap of 1960s

Category

Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Rosewood

Bookcase with drop-down desk
Bookcase with drop-down desk

Bookcase with drop-down desk

Located in Brescia, IT

1960s teak cabinet with flap and shelves. Particular piece of vintage furniture consisting of a

Category

Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

Danish Teak Cabinet with Drawers and Drop-Down Door, 1960s
Danish Teak Cabinet with Drawers and Drop-Down Door, 1960s

Danish Teak Cabinet with Drawers and Drop-Down Door, 1960s

Located in The Hague, NL

Charming Danish cabinet from the 1960s, made of warm teak. On the right, it features four small

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Teak

Apothecary Chest with Drop-Down Desk
Apothecary Chest with Drop-Down Desk

Apothecary Chest with Drop-Down Desk

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

An unusual combination of an apothecary chest with a drop-down desk. C.1940. Rich colour and patina

Category

Mid-20th Century French Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Superior Strength Danish Teak Three-Piece Bookcase with Drinks Cabinet
Superior Strength Danish Teak Three-Piece Bookcase with Drinks Cabinet

Superior Strength Danish Teak Three-Piece Bookcase with Drinks Cabinet

Located in South Charleston, WV

drop down cabinet front revealing an enclosed space ideal for drinks or as a dry bar. The hardware is

Category

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Danish Wall Unit with Drop-down Desk
Danish Wall Unit with Drop-down Desk

Danish Wall Unit with Drop-down Desk

Located in Stratford, CT

Large Free Standing Teak Wall Unit with Sliding Door Cabinets and Drop-down Desk

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Bookcases

Materials

Iron

Hand-Carved Jacobean-Style Drop-Down Desk
Hand-Carved Jacobean-Style Drop-Down Desk

Hand-Carved Jacobean-Style Drop-Down Desk

Located in Sheffield, MA

Hand-carved paneled Jacobean-style abbatant or secretaire with drop-down leaf for a writing surface

Category

Antique 19th Century Unknown Jacobean Desks

Materials

Iron

1960s Vittorio Dassi Italian Bar Cabinet with Drop Down Table and Pink Interior
1960s Vittorio Dassi Italian Bar Cabinet with Drop Down Table and Pink Interior

1960s Vittorio Dassi Italian Bar Cabinet with Drop Down Table and Pink Interior

By Vittorio Dassi

Located in New York, NY

Cabinet with drop-down table and pull-out sides to reveal inner shelving with bottle and glasses racks

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Nickel

19th Century Secretary with Drop Down Desk
19th Century Secretary with Drop Down Desk

19th Century Secretary with Drop Down Desk

Located in North Miami, FL

Gorgeous antique secretary with two drawers and original hardware and skeleton keys.

Category

Antique 19th Century American Secretaires

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Country French Provincial Marble Top Nightstand
19th Century Country French Provincial Marble Top Nightstand

19th Century Country French Provincial Marble Top Nightstand

Located in Dallas, TX

scrolled gallery around the marble top, a drop-down cabinet, and a stylish flair that is truly unique

Category

Antique 1880s French French Provincial Night Stands

Materials

Marble

Walnut Mid Century Modern Drop Down Desk Secretary
Walnut Mid Century Modern Drop Down Desk Secretary

Walnut Mid Century Modern Drop Down Desk Secretary

By Harvey Probber, James Mont

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Square and straigh lines Mid Century Danish modern drop down front secretary desk with large Art

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Aluminum

Classic Teak Wood Wall Unit, Drop Down Desk, Denmark
Classic Teak Wood Wall Unit, Drop Down Desk, Denmark

Classic Teak Wood Wall Unit, Drop Down Desk, Denmark

By Hans J. Wegner

Located in Buffalo, NY

features drop down desk,bottom storage and two drawers,Finished back so can be used as room divider,

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets

Materials

Teak

Handsome Italian Standing Wall Unit with Drop Down Table
Handsome Italian Standing Wall Unit with Drop Down Table

Handsome Italian Standing Wall Unit with Drop Down Table

By Gio Ponti

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stunning Italian 3 section shelving unit with two toned drop down table. The large cabinet door has

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Wood

Antique French Empire Mahogany Secretary Drop Down Desk Abattant
Antique French Empire Mahogany Secretary Drop Down Desk Abattant

Antique French Empire Mahogany Secretary Drop Down Desk Abattant

Located in West Hartford, CT

patterns, created by the rich mahogany grain, and a drop down with black leather writing surface. It

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Secretaires

Materials

Granite

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Wood Wall Unit with Drop Down Desk
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Wood Wall Unit with Drop Down Desk

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Wood Wall Unit with Drop Down Desk

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

An elegant Mid-Century Modern walnut wall unit, cabinet is also a drop down desk. This piece is in

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Danish Drop Down Desk Dresser Combination
Mid-Century Modern Danish Drop Down Desk Dresser Combination

Mid-Century Modern Danish Drop Down Desk Dresser Combination

Located in New York, NY

Three lower drawers. Two small drawers in desk section along with pigeonholes.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks

Antique Georgian Style Drop Down Desk by Henredon Heritage
Antique Georgian Style Drop Down Desk by Henredon Heritage

Antique Georgian Style Drop Down Desk by Henredon Heritage

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Original Vintage Condition Dimensions: 83”H x 34.50"W x 18”D

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Walnut

French Art Deco Buffet with Drop Down Center Dry Bar
French Art Deco Buffet with Drop Down Center Dry Bar

French Art Deco Buffet with Drop Down Center Dry Bar

Located in North Bergen, NJ

Grand French Art Deco marquetry buffet with a center drop down mirror dry bar. Having beautiful

Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Buffets

19th Century Empire French Elm Briar Drop Down Door Secretaire
19th Century Empire French Elm Briar Drop Down Door Secretaire

19th Century Empire French Elm Briar Drop Down Door Secretaire

Located in IT

19th century Empire French Elm Briar Secretaire, featuring a down drop door besides four drawers

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Secretaires

Materials

Wood

Antique French Empire Walnut Drop Down Secretary Secretaire Desk Abattant
Antique French Empire Walnut Drop Down Secretary Secretaire Desk Abattant

Antique French Empire Walnut Drop Down Secretary Secretaire Desk Abattant

Located in West Hartford, CT

created by the natural walnut grain, flanked by columns with bronze ormolu mounts. Drop down with green

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Empire Secretaires

Materials

Bronze

Walnut Dry Bar with Drop Down Drawer for Service
Walnut Dry Bar with Drop Down Drawer for Service

Walnut Dry Bar with Drop Down Drawer for Service

Located in South Charleston, WV

This large dry bar stands at 77" tall and features a buffet area below as well a singular cabinet

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Deco Drop Down Desk with 2 Bookcases
Mid-Century Modern Deco Drop Down Desk with 2 Bookcases

Mid-Century Modern Deco Drop Down Desk with 2 Bookcases

By Gilbert Rohde

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

Deco Mid-Century Modern flip down desk with 3 lower drawers and 2 matching bookcases. The shelves are all adjustable or removable. The center top flips down into a desk and has a rem...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Oak

Mid Century Danish Teak Wood Drop-Down Secretary Desk Wall Unit
Mid Century Danish Teak Wood Drop-Down Secretary Desk Wall Unit

Mid Century Danish Teak Wood Drop-Down Secretary Desk Wall Unit

Located in Detroit, MI

center section where the drop-down door rests on the the lower cabinet. Right center drawer handle shows

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

Materials

Wood, Teak

Elegant Modern Sideboard / Credenza with Brass Hardware and Drop Down Door
Elegant Modern Sideboard / Credenza with Brass Hardware and Drop Down Door

Elegant Modern Sideboard / Credenza with Brass Hardware and Drop Down Door

By Tommi Parzinger

Located in Houston, TX

open to sectioned cabinet space. Laminate lined drop down door reveals open cabinet space. Three

Category

Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Mid-century Danish Svend Aage Madsen Rosewood Desk – 1960s
Mid-century Danish Svend Aage Madsen Rosewood Desk – 1960s

Mid-century Danish Svend Aage Madsen Rosewood Desk – 1960s

By Svend Åge Madsen

Located in BERKEL EN RODENRIJS, NL

crafted handles, while the back is equally stunning, offering two drop-down cabinets — one with a mirrored

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Mid-Century Modern Wall Shelving Unit Bookshelf Drop Down Desk Room Divider
Mid-Century Modern Wall Shelving Unit Bookshelf Drop Down Desk Room Divider

Mid-Century Modern Wall Shelving Unit Bookshelf Drop Down Desk Room Divider

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

, cabinet, drawers, drop down desk, magazine rack and shelfs circa the 1960s. In good vintage condition. The

Category

Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

1960s Teak Drop-Down Record Cabinet
1960s Teak Drop-Down Record Cabinet

1960s Teak Drop-Down Record Cabinet

Located in Victoria, BC

A rare and beautifully crafted 1960s teak record cabinet with a drop-down front and sculpted

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bookshelf Room Divider W Drop Down Desk, 1950s
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bookshelf Room Divider W Drop Down Desk, 1950s

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bookshelf Room Divider W Drop Down Desk, 1950s

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is a gorgeous, etagere bookcase, made of walnut, with a drop down desk

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

Cabinet-Table-Desk British Modern, 1930-1940
Cabinet-Table-Desk British Modern, 1930-1940

Cabinet-Table-Desk British Modern, 1930-1940

By Walter Gropius

Located in Brussels, BE

metal. Very original and rare drop-down desk-cabinet. Modernism in Britain. Designer: Unknown. Brand

Category

Vintage 1930s English Bauhaus Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Wood

Mid Century Large Danish 4 Bay Wall Shelves Unit Drop Down Desk Light
Mid Century Large Danish 4 Bay Wall Shelves Unit Drop Down Desk Light

Mid Century Large Danish 4 Bay Wall Shelves Unit Drop Down Desk Light

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

pieces including 8+ shelves, large and small closed storage and a drop down desk with several additional

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Wood

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Drop Down Cabinet For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal drop down cabinet for your home. Frequently made of wood, metal and hardwood, every drop down cabinet was constructed with great care. Find 33 options for an antique or vintage drop down cabinet now, or shop our selection of 2 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the drop down cabinet you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A drop down cabinet, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco or Industrial style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one drop down cabinet that is appealing in its simplicity, but (after) Raymond Loewy, Dunbar and Gumps produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Drop Down Cabinet?

Prices for a drop down cabinet start at $899 and top out at $15,113 with the average selling for $4,037.

Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets for You

Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items. 

In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior. 

Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time. 

Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room. 

In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.

A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.

Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.

Questions About Drop Down Cabinet
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A drop-arm sofa is designed to save space by converting into a comfortable single bed when the arms are dropped. The next morning, returning the arms to their original position turns the bed back into a sofa. Shop a collection of drop arm sofas from sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    A drop necklace is sometimes called a lavaliere. This style of necklace features a second chain that hangs down from its center. On some pieces, the hanging chain holds a pendant or features decorative embellishments like beads. Shop a variety of lavaliere necklaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A drop dial clock is similar to a dial clock, but it has a longer drop or extends further from the bottom of the clock to accommodate a longer pendulum. Drop dial clocks also have different gearing than dial clocks, but it's the way the clocks look that most quickly distinguishes them from other clocks. Shop a collection of drop dial clocks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A drop-waist top is a garment worn on the top half of the body. It features a waist seam positioned below the natural waist area and creates the illusion that the wearer has a longer torso. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage and designer tops.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    A drop earring is usually just called a drop earring. Drop is the term for an earring that hangs below the ear but doesn't swing when you move. A hanging earring that swings is a dangle earring. Some people may add a modifier to the term drop earring, such as a diamond drop or a pearl drop, depending on the materials it features. Explore an assortment of drop earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Geo drop earrings are drop earrings that feature a mix of geometric shapes. For example, the designs may include metal wire bent to resemble a square stacked on top of a triangle, or be set with gemstones cut into different shapes like round and pear. Because they are drop earrings, the jewelry hangs below the ear but remains stationary as you move. Explore a wide range of drop earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
    No, drop and dangle earrings are not the same. Although both types of earrings hang below the ear, their designs are different. Dangle earrings swing when you move, while drop earrings remain stationary. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of dangle and drop earrings from some of the world's top dealers.
  • 1stDibs 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.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Yves portion of Yves Saint Laurent was dropped in 2012, when Hedi Slimane took over as creative director of the fashion house. Slimane wanted to transition the brand into a more youthful image, and rebranded it as Saint Laurent Paris. Shop an array of vintage and contemporary Saint Laurent Paris apparel and accessories from top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
    Drop earrings are simply called drop earrings. Although the term is often misapplied, true drop earrings are characterized by a long lean line ending in a pear-shaped stone. Popular in the Art Deco era, the design works well for jewelry lovers who favor a minimalist look. Formal examples with diamonds pair perfectly with a cocktail dress or fancy pantsuit, while gem-set and gold ones make great daytime accessories. Find vintage drop earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    A 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 ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A Knole drop-arm sofa is a settee developed during the 17th century. It usually has a rectangle back with a decorative wood trim and tall fully upholstered arms positioned at a diagonal. Originally, the sofa served as a royal seat for monarchs. You'll find a variety of Knole sofas on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A drop-waist dress is also called a flapper dress. It is characterized by a low waistband, which falls at the hips, and gives the illusion of lengthening the body. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and designer flapper dresses and gowns from top fashion boutiques around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A 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 ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A drop-front desk is usually called a secretary. Other names for this type of desk include writing cabinet, fall-front desk and secrétaire à abattant. The name secretary can be traced back to the 18th century when estate secretaries used the drop-front desks as workstations for paying bills and reconciling accounts. On 1stDibs, find a range of secretary desks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Long drop earrings are sometimes called shoulder dusters. To earn the name, earrings must be long enough to brush against the collarbone or shoulder. Dangle earrings may also be referred to as shoulder dusters. The difference between the two is that dangle shoulder dusters swing as you move, while drop shoulder dusters remain stationary due to their designs. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of drop earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    The 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Earrings that drop in the back are called front-back earrings. While many feature a drop element in the back, some front-back earrings have different designs. For example, they may feature a stud in the front with a hoop or a dangling element that goes behind the ear. Shop a wide variety of earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To 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, 2023
    Yes, curio cabinet is short for curiosity cabinet. This name comes from the fact that the cabinets allow you to view whatever you store inside through glass doors, sparking curiosity. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of curio cabinets from some of the world’s top sellers.

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