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Swedish Mid Century Modern, Drop Leaf Folding Table in Pine, Sven Larsson, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
This Swedish mid-century modern drop-leaf folding table is made from solid pine and features a warm
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Pine

Georgian Mahogany Drop-Leaf Folding Table with Tapering Legs and Pad Feet
Located in Casteren, NL
On offer here is a stunning early 19th-century English Mahogany drop leaf or gateleg table. The
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Antique Mid-19th Century British Georgian Dessert Tables and Tilt-top Ta...

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Mahogany

Solid Mahogany Heavily Fine Carved Base Folding Drop Leaf Pembroke Table MINT!
By Baker Furniture Company, Maitland Smith
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Solid Mahogany Heavily Fine Carved Base Folding Drop Leaf Pembroke Table MINT! extended dimensions
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20th Century Unknown Chippendale Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Mahogany

Italian, Tuscan, LXIV Period Castagno-Wood Folding Drop-Leaf Table, Early 18th C
Located in Atlanta, GA
Constructed entirely of chestnut (Castagno) and featuring a three piece top the sides folding down
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Antique Early 18th Century Italian Louis XIV Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Chestnut

19th Century Biedermeier Folding Table
Located in Berlin, DE
Unique Biedermeier folding table, circa 1830. Veneer on solid wood. Veneer framed in thread and
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Antique 19th Century German Biedermeier Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Wood, Maple

19th Century Biedermeier Folding Table
19th Century Biedermeier Folding Table
H 27.96 in W 27.56 in D 21.26 in
19th Century Biedermeier Folding Table
Located in Berlin, DE
Unique Biedermeier folding table, circa 1830. Veneer on solid wood. Veneer framed in thread and
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Antique 19th Century German Biedermeier Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Wood, Maple

19th Century Biedermeier Folding Table
19th Century Biedermeier Folding Table
H 27.96 in W 27.56 in D 21.26 in
19th Century Biedermeier Folding Table or Pembroke Table
Located in Berlin, DE
Original Biedermeier folding table or Pembroke table, circa 1825-1830. Gorgeous mahogany on
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Antique 19th Century German Biedermeier Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Wood, Mahogany, Pine

19th Century English Mahogany Folding Table
Located in Marbella, ES
19th century English mahogany folding table. Full width open: 150cm.
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Antique 18th Century Spanish Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Mahogany

19th Century English Mahogany Folding Table
19th Century English Mahogany Folding Table
H 28.35 in W 36.23 in D 24.02 in
Rare 17th C Table Folding Center Table With Drawer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
It is a very rare to find a 17th century table in such good shape. This handsome Italian folding
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Antique 17th Century Italian Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Iron

Folding Wooden Wing Table with Side Drawers
Located in Marbella, ES
Folding Wooden Wing Table with Side Drawers
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Wood

Folding Wooden Wing Table with Side Drawers
Folding Wooden Wing Table with Side Drawers
H 30.71 in W 37.8 in D 20.48 in
18th Century Folding Table Attributed to Pehr Hörberg
Located in Ljungby, SE
A Swedish folding table, likely painted by Pehr Hörberg (1746-1816), depicting the Ascension of
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Antique 18th Century Swedish Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Pine

19th Century French Walnut Occasional Wine Folding Table, Antique Vigneron Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A small, antique French Provencal wine folding table made of hand crafted Walnut wood, in good
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Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Drop-leaf and Pembrok...

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Walnut

19th Century French Provencal Walnut Folding Wine Table - Antique Center Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A small, antique round French Provencal folding wine, center table made of hand crafted Walnut, in
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Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Drop-leaf and Pembrok...

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Walnut

Antique Oak Drop Leaf Table, Circa 1820
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
An English 19th century drop leaf table with folding top and beautiful turned legs. This English
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Antique 1820s British Georgian Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Oak

Antique Oak Drop Leaf Table, Circa 1820
Antique Oak Drop Leaf Table, Circa 1820
H 27.96 in W 35.04 in D 35.04 in
19th Century French Bleached Oak Folding Table On Wheels
Located in High Point, NC
This charming 19th-century French folding table showcases both functionality and timeless design
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Antique 19th Century French Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Oak

Antique American Distressed Fold-Over Flip-Top Morphing Table
Located in Forney, TX
-moon console / side table) shaped hinged fold-over top, rising on hand turned and spiral twist legs
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Antique 19th Century American Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Wood, Paint

Folding Table in Maple Wood, Fada Asiago, Italy, 1976
By Fada
Located in Palermo, IT
Folding table in maple wood, Fada Asiago, Italy, 1976 Creation of the well-known Fada sawmill
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Vintage 1970s Italian Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Wood

Antique English Barley Twist Foldable Table / Gate-Leg Table 19th Century Burl
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Gorgeous English 19th century barley twist gateleg / foldable table with inlaid top. Very nice
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Antique 19th Century English Georgian Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Walnut, Burl

Antique Mahogany Oval Victorian Sunderland/Folding Table with Turned Legs
By Sunderland
Located in Morristown, NJ
A lovely Victorian English antique Sunderland table with turned legs. A folding table which is 46"l
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Antique 1860s English Victorian Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Wood

Folding "Berit" Side Table by Bruno Mathsson for Mathsson International AB
By Mathsson International, Bruno Mathsson
Located in Karis, Nyland
Side table / folding table, model "Berit", designed by Bruno Mathsson in the 1960s for Mathsson
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Chrome

Imperial Furniture Gate Leg Folding Wood Turned Leg Side Table with Drawer
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Imperial Furniture Grand Rapids wooden folding table with drawer. An elegant piece perfect for use
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20th Century American American Classical Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Wood

Elizabethan Oak Napkin Folding & Gate Leg Table with Rope Twist Legs C1900
Located in Big Flats, NY
Oak Napkin Folding & Gate Leg Table with Rope Twist Legs C1900 Measures - 36 5/8" x 25 1/2" x 26 1/4
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Early 20th Century Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Oak

1980s Spanish 2-Tone Bronze on Wood Round Folding Table Signed "González"
Located in Marbella, ES
Vintage 1980s Spanish handcrafted 2-tone bronze on wood round folding console table singed
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Late 20th Century Spanish Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Bronze

Danish Folding Dining Table by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen Model 3601, 1950s
By Fritz Hansen, Arne Jacobsen
Located in Santa Gertrudis, Baleares
Nice small drop-leaf table model 3601 designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, Denmark, 1952
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Metal

Foldable Brass Green Breakfast Bed Tray by Jean Burkhalter, 1950s
By Jean Burkhalter
Located in London, GB
British racing green plastic and foldable brass legs by Jean Burkhalter.  
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Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Plastic

English 18th Century Gateleg Table
Located in Delft, NL
English 18th century gateleg table. An Oak drop-leaf gateleg table with folding sides, resting
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Antique 18th Century English Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Oak

English 18th Century Gateleg Table
English 18th Century Gateleg Table
H 39.97 in W 41.15 in D 16.34 in
SET 4 Antique French Drop Leaf Nesting TABLE BARLEY TWIST Folding End Carved Oak
Located in Shreveport, LA
SET 4 Antique French Drop Leaf Nesting TABLE BARLEY TWIST Folding End Carved Oak. Direct from
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Vintage 1920s French French Provincial Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Oak

1960s Diseños Caaesa Folding Butler's Tray Table Hand Painted Gold Leaf
By Pedro Coronel
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Diseños Caaesa Folding Butler's Tray Table Hand Painted Gold Leaf on Wood Still Life Stamped
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Tray Tables

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Gold Leaf

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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Vintage 1980s Dining Room Sets

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Hardwood

Vintage Ercol Folding Gate leg drop leaf Dining table
By Ercol
Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB
Vintage Ercol Folding table Labelled with original ERCOL stamp. Finished in Dark Elm. 1960's very
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Elm

Beautiful Danish modern rosewood oval folding drop leaf dining table
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Scandinavian Modern Rosewood oval Drop Leaf folding dining Table made in Norway. Very clean table
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Rosewood

Early Irish Rectangular Hunt Table with Drop-Leaf and Butted Gate Fold Legs
Located in Louisville, KY
This very early Irish Hunt Table is a rare and unique piece of history. Unlike many European hunt
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Antique Early 18th Century Northern Irish Georgian Tables

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Iron

French Folding Art Deco Tea Table
Located in Austin, TX
Tea table from France made of lacquered metal. The piece has a lovely red hue and gold leaf
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Side Tables

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Metal, Gold Leaf

Beautiful antique drop-leaf coffee table with 1 drawer and 2 folding leaves
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This lovely antique drop-leaf coffee table is a feast for the eyes and can easily fit into nearly
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Antique 19th Century Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood

Danish modern teak rectangle folding dining table
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Danish Modern Teak Rectangle Drop Leaf folding dining Table made in Denmark. Very clean table with
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Teak

Expanding Danish Dining Table w/ Butterfly Leaf
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Oval dining table with one self-storing butterfly leaf that easily folds into the table for easy
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Teak

18th Century Swedish Drop-Leaf Farmhouse Table, Rustic Pine
Located in Greven, DE
Swedish drop-leaf farmhouse table from circa 1800. The table has double leafs and fold out legs
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Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Farm Tables

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Pine

Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Drop Leaf Side Table in Oak
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, &Tradition
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Drop Leaf folding side table HM5 by Hvidt and Mølgaard. New edition. Looking to create a versatile
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2010s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Brass

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Ebonized Mahogany Drop-Leaf Extendable Dining Table
By John Widdicomb, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. Completely folded the table measures: 26 x 40 x 29" H. Leafs open measures: 58 x 40 x 29" H, the middle leaf
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Mahogany

Mid-Century Modern Drop-Leaf Dining Table By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This gorgeous Mid-Century Modern walnut gate-fold, drop-leaf dining table was designed by British
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Walnut

1950s Anglo-Indian Bone Inlaid Taj Mahal Round Side Folding Tea Table
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
, each adorned with a charming inlay of botanical leaf designs. Folding tea tables like this one offer
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Vintage 1950s Indian Anglo-Indian Card Tables and Tea Tables

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Bone, Hardwood

Mid-Century G Plan Fresco Extendable Butterfly Leaf Teak Dining Table 1960s
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
slide apart to reveal a fold out 'butterfly' leaf, the table signed with the red G Plan tag to the
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20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Teak

Folding Metal Garden Patio Poolside Table with Stylized Leaf Motif Top
By Salterini
Located in New York, NY
table features a stylized leaf top, it folds up for easy transport and storage. Perfect diminutive scale
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Patio and Garden Furniture

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Metal

Iconic Danish Midcentury Rosewood Dining Table
By H. Sigh & Søns Møbelfabrik AS, Helge Vestergaard-Jensen
Located in London, GB
This table is 190cm long when extended and 140cm long when butterfly extension leaf is folded under
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Hardwood

Iconic Danish Midcentury Rosewood Dining Table
Iconic Danish Midcentury Rosewood Dining Table
H 28.35 in W 39.38 in D 74.81 in
Vintage Mid-Century English Butterfly Table by Nathan Furniture of London
By Nathan Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
folding central leaf, increasing the table top size to a spacious 66" x 48". Four solid wood legs have
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Wood, Hardwood, Teak

Set of Five Poul Hundevad Teak Hanging Circular Nest Tables, 1960's
By Novy Domov, Poul Hundevad
Located in Bainbridge, NY
a rectangular trolley on four casters, 4 individual, (1/2H) round, drop leaf folding occasional
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Walnut

Drop Leaf Oval Foldable Satinwood Side Table
Located in Shrewsbury, GB
A beautiful yet delicate satinwood drop leaf oval foldable side table with remarkable natural warm
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Antique 19th Century Edwardian Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Tulipwood

Walnut Auberon Folding Drop-Leaf Dining Table
By SCP, Matthew Hilton
Located in New York, NY
An elegant dining table that has a top with fold-down flaps on either side. Originally created in
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21st Century and Contemporary British Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and P...

17th Century Spanish Folding Table
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A charming 17th century Spanish walnut and wrought iron drop-leaf table, the oval top carved with
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Antique 17th Century Spanish Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Walnut

17th Century Spanish Folding Table
17th Century Spanish Folding Table
H 25.6 in W 44.49 in D 34.65 in
18th Century English Oak Gate Leg Folding Table
Located in Boston, MA
18th century English oak gate leg folding table Measures: 38” x 35” x 26.5” H 11.5” D, collapsed.
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Antique 18th Century Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Oak

German Folding Garden or Picnic Vintage Table and Benches 70s
Located in Escalona, Toledo
Set composed of an old table and two folding benches. Ideal for picnic or garden. Made in Germany
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Vintage 1970s German Rustic Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Iron

19th Century Folding Leaf Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
English mahogany writing table, with folding-leaf sides, and center drawer in apron. Trestle base
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Antique 19th Century English Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Folding Leaf Desk
19th Century Folding Leaf Desk
H 30.25 in W 62.5 in D 27.75 in
Chinoiserie Three Tier Folding Serving/Cake Table
Located in Midlothian, VA
French 19th Century Chinoiserie Painted Three-Tier Folding Serving/Cake Stand
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Antique 19th Century French Serving Tables

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Gold Leaf

English Antique Willson 68 Great Queenstreet London Side Table Console
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Step back in time with a vintage English drop leaf folding side table and console, a charming piece
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Vintage 1930s Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Mid-20th Century Extendable Dining Table
Located in London, GB
stretchers, the centre leaf folds nicely under the table. Measures: 180 cm-230 cm x 100 cm and 74 cm high.
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Elm

Mid-20th Century Extendable Dining Table
Mid-20th Century Extendable Dining Table
H 29.14 in W 39.38 in D 70.87 in
18th Century English Card Table or Game Table
Located in Alexandria, VA
gate leg and drop leaf tables. The folding top allowed the table to be pushed against the wall when not
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Antique Early 18th Century English George II Card Tables and Tea Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Model 15 Rosewood Diningroom Table by Niels O. Møller for Jl Møller Møbelfabrik
By Niels Otto Møller, J.L. Møllers Møbelfabrik
Located in Amsterdam, NL
the Scandinavian countries they call this a “Holland Utrecht” table, because that is where the fold
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Rosewood

Swedish Turn of the Century Oval Top Drop Leaf Table with Carved Garlands LiL
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish drop leaf folding table from the early 20th century, with two drawers, carved garlands
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Early 20th Century Swedish Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Wood

A Mid Century Folding Occasional Table by Maitland Smith
By Maitland Smith
Located in Astoria, NY
A vintage Maitland Smith double drop leaf folding table with brass base and tessellated stone top
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Brass

Lovely Small Vintage Drop Leaf, Folding, Side, End, Sofa Table
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Here we have for sale this lovely well-made small vintage drop leaf, folding side, end, sofa, table
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20th Century English Edwardian Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Wood

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Leaf Folding Table For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic leaf folding table available at 1stDibs. A leaf folding table — often made from wood, hardwood and walnut — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the leaf folding table you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A leaf folding table made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — is very popular. Anna Castelli Ferrieri, Biedermeier and Christian Dior each produced at least one beautiful leaf folding table that is worth considering.

How Much is a Leaf Folding Table?

The average selling price for a leaf folding table at 1stDibs is $3,200, while they’re typically $595 on the low end and $10,425 for the highest priced.

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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.

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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. 

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Questions About Leaf Folding Table
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    The best folding table depends on which room in your home or office you want it for. It also depends on the purpose of the folding table. On 1stDibs find folding tables for the dining room, folding end tables, coffee tables, tray tables and side tables as well.
  • 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 ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    When 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The 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 ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A 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 12, 2021
    A 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.
  • 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
    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 ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Dining 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 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 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 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.