What is a drop-leaf table?

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.

How does a drop leaf table work?

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.

What is a drop leaf dining table?

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.

What era are drop leaf tables from?

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.

How do I date a drop-leaf table?

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.

How can I tell how old my drop leaf table is?

To tell how old your drop leaf table is, first see if it bears a maker's mark. Looking up this marking using trusted online resources can enable you to identify the maker. From there, you can conduct further research to determine when it was in business and crafting tables like yours. For unmarked tables, it is generally necessary to become familiar with the various styles of drop leaf tables, such as the 17th-century Gateleg table, recognizable by the stretchers that connect its legs, and the 18th-century Pembroke table, which typically has two drawers. However, contemporary reproductions of these types of tables exist, making it difficult to date pieces without training and experience. As a result, you may wish to use the services of a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore an assortment of drop leaf tables.

How do I identify an antique drop leaf table?

While 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.

What is the difference between a Gateleg table and a drop leaf table?

The 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.

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Rectangular extendable table Naos FLOCON - Glass W 200/280 cm (78.74/110.24 in)

$8,773

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Located in Varedo, Lombardia

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$5,281

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By Naos

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

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Rectangular extendable table in glass Naos DOUBLE W 220/300 cm (86.6/118.1 in)

$5,484

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By Naos

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

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Rectangular extendable table in glass Naos Arcadio W 220/300 cm (86.6/118.1 in)

$5,983

Rectangular extendable table in glass Naos Arcadio W 220/300 cm (86.6/118.1 in)

By Naos

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

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VINTAGE ENGLISH OAK CIRCA 1950'S GATELEG EXTENDING DiNING ROOM TABLE 2-4 PEOPLE

$2,379

VINTAGE ENGLISH OAK CIRCA 1950'S GATELEG EXTENDING DiNING ROOM TABLE 2-4 PEOPLE

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

All Vintage Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage English Oak gateleg dining table that extends Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers ...

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Rectangular extendable table in glass Naos PAR W 220/300 cm (86.6/118.1 in)

$5,484

Rectangular extendable table in glass Naos PAR W 220/300 cm (86.6/118.1 in)

By Naos

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

PAR PAR - Extendable Dining Table Design: D. D'Urbino The Par Par dining table combines sophisticated design with practical functionality, creating a versatile centerpiece for conte...

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Vintage MCM Drop Leaf Extendable Dining Table

$1,250

Vintage MCM Drop Leaf Extendable Dining Table

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

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Drop Leaf Extending Desk

$1,800

Drop Leaf Extending Desk

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Teak mid-century desk with extra leaf that lifts and slides to extend the desk to 5.5 feet wide. Two drawers, including file size, with inset wood handles. Please confirm location NY...

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Vintage "Gateleg" Folding extendable drop-leaf dining table

$1,263

Vintage "Gateleg" Folding extendable drop-leaf dining table

Located in Linkebeek, BE

Vintage "Gateleg" Folding extendable drop-leaf dining table Wear consistent with age and use.

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Lovely Vintage Flamed Hardwood Extending Drop Leaf Side End Table

$1,155

Lovely Vintage Flamed Hardwood Extending Drop Leaf Side End Table

Located in Pulborough, GB

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely Vintage flamed hardwood drop leaf table. A charming and solid piece, the top is slightly discolored on one side of the tabletop, how...

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Hardwood

French Louis Philippe Drop-Leaf Extending Dining Table, Oak, 1850s

$3,207

French Louis Philippe Drop-Leaf Extending Dining Table, Oak, 1850s

Located in Kaštel Sućurac, HR

French Louis Philippe Drop-Leaf Extending Dining Table, Oak, 1850s. This oak dining table is built with solid planked construction and a drop-leaf mechanism that opens to an oval su...

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Oak

Fine French 18th Century Mahogany Extending Drop-Leaf Dining Table

$22,198

Fine French 18th Century Mahogany Extending Drop-Leaf Dining Table

Located in Rome, IT

A fine French 18th century brass-mounted mahogany extending drop-leaf dining table with Jacob style legs, with two leaves. 73 cm high, 165 cm.

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Mahogany

Fine French 18th Century Mahogany Extending Drop-Leaf Dining Table

$11,758Sale Price|48% Off

Fine French 18th Century Mahogany Extending Drop-Leaf Dining Table

Located in Rome, IT

A fine French 18th century brass-mounted mahogany extending drop-leaf dining table with Jacob style legs, with two leaves. 73 cm high, 165 cm.

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Mahogany

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Ebonized Mahogany Drop-Leaf Extendable Dining Table

$2,190Sale Price|40% Off

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By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, John Widdicomb

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb ebonized mahogany drop-leaf extendable dining table with one leaf.

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Schreiber Mid-Century Modern vintage teak drop-leaf dining table, 1960s

$1,019

Schreiber Mid-Century Modern vintage teak drop-leaf dining table, 1960s

Located in London, GB

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Union National Mid Century Duncan Phyfe Style Mahogany Drop Leaf Dining Table

$2,500

Union National Mid Century Duncan Phyfe Style Mahogany Drop Leaf Dining Table

By Union National

Located in Dayton, OH

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Vintage Modern Teak Drop-Leaf Coffee Table 5362 by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia

$1,187Sale Price|48% Off

Vintage Modern Teak Drop-Leaf Coffee Table 5362 by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia

By Fredericia Stolefabrik, Børge Mogensen

Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie

This extendable drop-leaf coffee table was designed by Børge Mogensen for the Danish manufacture Fredericia Stolefabrik during the 1960s.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Teak

Mid Century Danish Extendable Teak Wood Coffee Table no. 5362 by Borge Mogensen

$1,875

Mid Century Danish Extendable Teak Wood Coffee Table no. 5362 by Borge Mogensen

By Børge Mogensen, Fredericia

Located in Detroit, MI

This vintage mid century Danish modern Borge Mogensen for Fredericia extendable drop leaf teak wood coffee table was made in Denmark circa 1960.

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Rare 19th Century French Provincial Elm Dropleaf Centre Table

$5,371

Rare 19th Century French Provincial Elm Dropleaf Centre Table

Located in Bedfordshire, GB

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Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 4576 Dining Table

$4,800

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Model 4576 Dining Table

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Dallas, TX

Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, this beautiful mahogany dining table extends to 126 inches. The drop leaf table measures 29"W x 42"D x 29"H.

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Børge Mogensen Teak Coffee Table Model 5362, Fredericia, 1970s

$1,237

Børge Mogensen Teak Coffee Table Model 5362, Fredericia, 1970s

By Børge Mogensen

Located in Praha, CZ

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19th Century European Gray Painted Workbench

$3,400

19th Century European Gray Painted Workbench

Located in New York, NY

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Extendable Drop Leaf Table For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic extendable drop leaf table available at 1stDibs. A extendable drop leaf table — often made from wood, oak and mahogany — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without a extendable drop leaf table — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A extendable drop leaf table, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Louis XVI or Scandinavian Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made extendable drop leaf table over the years, but those crafted by Guillerme et Chambron, John Widdicomb and Votre Maison are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Extendable Drop Leaf Table?

A extendable drop leaf table can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,625, while the lowest priced sells for $895 and the highest can go for as much as $14,353.

Finding the Right Tables for You

The right vintage, new or antique tables can help make any space in your home stand out.

Over the years, the variety of tables available to us, as well as our specific needs for said tables, has broadened. Today, with all manner of these must-have furnishings differing in shape, material and style, any dining room table can shine just as brightly as the guests who gather around it.

Remember, when shopping for a dining table, it must fit your dining area, and you need to account for space around the table too — think outside the box, as an oval dining table may work for tighter spaces. Alternatively, if you’ve got the room, a Regency-style dining table can elevate any formal occasion at mealtime.

Innovative furniture makers and designers have also redefined what a table can be. Whether it’s an unconventional Ping-Pong table, a brass side table to display your treasured collectibles or a Louis Vuitton steamer trunk to add an air of nostalgia to your loft, your table can say a lot about you.

The visionary work of French designer Xavier Lavergne, for example, includes tables that draw on the forms of celestial bodies as often as they do aquatic creatures or fossils. Elsewhere, Italian architect Gae Aulenti, who looked to Roman architecture in crafting her stately Jumbo coffee table, created clever glass-topped mobile coffee tables that move on bicycle tires or sculpted wood wheels for Fontana Arte.

Coffee and cocktail tables can serve as a room’s centerpiece with attention-grabbing details and colors. Glass varieties will keep your hardwood flooring and dazzling area rugs on display, while a marble or stone coffee table in a modern interior can showcase your prized art books and decorative objects. A unique vintage desk or writing table can bring sophistication and even a bit of spice to your work life.

No matter your desired form or function, a quality table for your living space is a sound investment. On 1stDibs, browse a collection of vintage, new and antique bedside tables, mid-century end tables and more .

Questions About Extendable Drop Leaf Table

What is a drop-leaf table?
1 Answer
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.
How does a drop leaf table work?
1 Answer
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.
What is a drop leaf dining table?
1 Answer
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.
What era are drop leaf tables from?
1 Answer
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.
How do I date a drop-leaf table?
1 Answer
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.
How can I tell how old my drop leaf table is?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
To tell how old your drop leaf table is, first see if it bears a maker's mark. Looking up this marking using trusted online resources can enable you to identify the maker. From there, you can conduct further research to determine when it was in business and crafting tables like yours. For unmarked tables, it is generally necessary to become familiar with the various styles of drop leaf tables, such as the 17th-century Gateleg table, recognizable by the stretchers that connect its legs, and the 18th-century Pembroke table, which typically has two drawers. However, contemporary reproductions of these types of tables exist, making it difficult to date pieces without training and experience. As a result, you may wish to use the services of a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore an assortment of drop leaf tables.
How do I identify an antique drop leaf table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
While 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.
What is the difference between a Gateleg table and a drop leaf table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
The 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.

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