What does it mean when a table has a leaf?

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.

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.

What is a table butterfly leaf?

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.

What is a dining table with leaf?

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.

What is a draw leaf table?

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.

What is a draw leaf dining table?

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.

What is a butterfly leaf in a dining table?

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.

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 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 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.

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.

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.

Leaf Spring Table

Knife Mirror

Karl Springer Chrome Table Lamp

Coffee Carts

Gold Leaf Cocktail Glasses

Lacquered Goatskin Dining Table

Macassar Ebony

Mid Century Dining Tables Lacquer

Coffee Tables By Karl Springer

Faux Goatskin Dining Table Karl Springer Style Lacquered 1980s with Leaf

$2,872Sale Price|20% Off

Faux Goatskin Dining Table Karl Springer Style Lacquered 1980s with Leaf

By Karl Springer

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Vintage Karl Springer Style Lacquered Faux Goatskin Dining Table with Leaf Approximate Measurements in...

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood

Superb Rosewood and Shagreen Table by Karl Springer

$19,500

Superb Rosewood and Shagreen Table by Karl Springer

By Karl Springer

Located in Lyndhurst, NJ

A grand dining table by Karl Springer, the broad top surfaced in panels of natural shagreen framed by exotic wood and a continuous band of gilt lattice stenciling with brass inlay, c...

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20th Century Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass, Gold Leaf

Karl Springer Style Mark V Parchment Macassar Ebony & Gilt Iron Coffee Table

$19,500

Karl Springer Style Mark V Parchment Macassar Ebony & Gilt Iron Coffee Table

By Karl Springer

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Macassar ebony veneer, gilt iron and parchment coffee table in the style of Karl Springer circa 1995. signed on underside.

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1990s American Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal, Berlin Iron, Gold Leaf

Linen Cloth Black Lacquer One Leaf Parsons Mid Century Compact Dining Table MINT

$3,800

Linen Cloth Black Lacquer One Leaf Parsons Mid Century Compact Dining Table MINT

By Robert Springer

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Linen Cloth Black Lacquer One Leaf Parsons Mid Century Compact Dining Table MINT 1 x 18" leaf with an extended table length of 86".

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Canvas, Fabric

Brass Modern Leaf Motif Base and Glass Top Rectangular Coffee Table

$3,200

Brass Modern Leaf Motif Base and Glass Top Rectangular Coffee Table

By Mastercraft, Karl Springer

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Very nice rectangle figural brass base coffee table with glass top.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

1970s Maria Teresa Méndez Coffee Table Gold Leaf Embellished Art Mexico City

$4,800Sale Price|20% Off

1970s Maria Teresa Méndez Coffee Table Gold Leaf Embellished Art Mexico City

By Karl Springer, Taller Maria Teresa Mendez

Located in Chula Vista, CA

AMBIANIC presents Elegant Coffee Table by Maria Teresa Méndez of Mexico City 1970s Taller Maria Teresa Mendez high-quality furniture was sold at Neiman Marcus NYC She worked in colla...

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Vintage 1970s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Gold Leaf

Gold Leaf Faux Bamboo Base Thick 3/4" Glass Top Rectangle Coffee Table MINT!

$4,400

Gold Leaf Faux Bamboo Base Thick 3/4" Glass Top Rectangle Coffee Table MINT!

By Baker Furniture Company, Karl Springer, Drexel

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Hollywood Regency Gold Leaf Faux Bamboo Base Thick 3/4" Glass Top Rectangle Coffee Table MINT!

Category

20th Century American Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Gold Leaf

Recent Sales

Karl Springer Silver Leaf "JMF End Table" 1970s

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H 22 in W 24 in D 16.5 in

Karl Springer Silver Leaf "JMF End Table" 1970s

By Karl Springer

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

"JMF End Table" with silver leaf finish by Karl Springer, American, early 1970s.

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Vintage 1980s American Modern End Tables

Materials

Silver Leaf

Karl Springer Copper Leaf "Altar Console Table" 1980s

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H 34.5 in W 70 in D 16 in

Karl Springer Copper Leaf "Altar Console Table" 1980s

By Karl Springer

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Karl Springer "Altar Console Table" executed in an exquisite copper leaf and Negoro lacquer technique.

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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Copper

Karl Springer Large Silver Leaf "Round Knife Edge Dining Table" 1993

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H 29 in Dm 78 in

Karl Springer Large Silver Leaf "Round Knife Edge Dining Table" 1993

By Karl Springer

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Large "Round Knife Edge Dining Table" in mirror lacquered antique silver leaf and black lacquer by Karl Springer, American 1993 (retains original invoice from the Karl Springer showr...

Category

1990s American Mid-Century Modern Center Tables

Materials

Silver Leaf

Springer Style Lacquer Gold Leaf Border Console or Sofa Table

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H 30 in W 67 in D 20 in

Springer Style Lacquer Gold Leaf Border Console or Sofa Table

By Karl Springer

Located in Westport, CT

Karl Springer style off-white lacquered console or sofa table with gold leaf border, octagon shape.

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Late 20th Century Colombian Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Karl Springer Stunning Table Lamp in Chinese Red Lacquer and Gold Leaf 1980s

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H 31.5 in Dm 11 in

Karl Springer Stunning Table Lamp in Chinese Red Lacquer and Gold Leaf 1980s

By Karl Springer

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Stunning unique table lamp, ceramic double gourd in Chinese red lacquer with gold leaf overlay, by Karl Springer, American 1980's.

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Vintage 1980s American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Gold Leaf

"Knife Edge Dining Table" in Mirror Lacquered Silver Leaf by Karl Springer

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H 29.5 in Dm 60 in

"Knife Edge Dining Table" in Mirror Lacquered Silver Leaf by Karl Springer

By Karl Springer

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

"Knife Edge Dining Table" in mirror lacquered silver leaf (with one extension leaf) by Karl Springer, American, 1980s.

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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Karl Springer "Chinese Cube Style Coffee Table" in Platinum Leaf 1980s

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H 16.5 in W 48 in D 36 in

Karl Springer "Chinese Cube Style Coffee Table" in Platinum Leaf 1980s

By Karl Springer

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Stunning “Chinese Cube Style Coffee Table" in lacquered platinum leaf by Karl Springer, American 1980's.

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Vintage 1980s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Platinum

Elegant Embossed Shagreen Coffee Table with Gold Leaf Legs by Karl Springer

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H 19.5 in W 42 in D 21.5 in

Elegant Embossed Shagreen Coffee Table with Gold Leaf Legs by Karl Springer

By Karl Springer

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Elegant coffee table, top clad in embossed leather shagreen and legs in gold leaf, by Karl Springer, American early-1990's (label on bottom)

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Late 20th Century American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Karl Springer Attr. Glass Coffee Table

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H 17 in W 48 in D 32 in

Karl Springer Attr. Glass Coffee Table

By Karl Springer

Located in Astoria, NY

Karl Springer Attributed Oval Glass Coffee Table, the geometric frosted glass top above oval gold-leaf and black resin base. 17" H x 48" W x 32" D.

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20th Century American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Gold Leaf

Karl Springer "Regency Side Table" in Lacquered Goatskin, 1993

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H 24 in Dm 28 in

Karl Springer "Regency Side Table" in Lacquered Goatskin, 1993

By Karl Springer

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

“Regency Side Table” in rich chocolate brown lacquered goatskin with pie-cut top, gold leaf overlay on pedestal section of base, and gilded feet by Karl Springer, American 1993.

Category

1990s North American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Gold Leaf

Karl Springer Chic Artisan Table Lamp, 1970s

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H 27.5 in W 10 in D 5 in

Karl Springer Chic Artisan Table Lamp, 1970s

By Karl Springer

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Artisan table lamp with curved ends in green tinted silver leaf with ebonized center section and chrome hardware by Karl Springer, American 1970s.

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome, Silver Leaf

Karl Springer Goatskin Two-Part "Bristol" Coffee Table

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H 18.5 in W 55 in D 35 in

Karl Springer Goatskin Two-Part "Bristol" Coffee Table

By Karl Springer

Located in Miami, FL

Expanding 2-part lacquered goatskin and black lacquered leg Bristol coffee table with silver leafed feet designed by Karl Springer. Additional Measurements: 44" - wide(small tabl...

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Vintage 1970s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Silver Leaf

Gold Leaf Faux Bamboo Base Coffee Table with Thick Glass Top

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H 17 in W 48 in D 30 in

Gold Leaf Faux Bamboo Base Coffee Table with Thick Glass Top

By Karl Springer

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Rectangular gold leaf faux bamboo base coffee table with 3/4 inch thick glass top.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Gold Leaf

Pair of Glass Top Leaf Base Console Tables Attributed to Robert Marcius

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H 30 in W 40 in D 25 in

Pair of Glass Top Leaf Base Console Tables Attributed to Robert Marcius

By Karl Springer

Located in Stamford, CT

Pair of leaf-form base Hollywood Regency style console tables with rectangular glass tops.

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20th Century American Hollywood Regency Console Tables

1970's Real Silver leaf console table attr to Karl Springer

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H 29 in W 60 in D 18 in

1970's Real Silver leaf console table attr to Karl Springer

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A great real Silver leaved console table. It is silver leaved in individual sheets. We have had it waxed and polished so that it is smooth and protected. There are some minor losses ...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Console Tables

Materials

Silver Leaf

Dining Table in Gold Leaf by Karl Springer

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H 30 in Dm 54 in

Dining Table in Gold Leaf by Karl Springer

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Dining table covered in gold leaf designed by Karl Springer, American 1980's

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Late 20th Century American Dining Room Tables

Monumental Lucite and Gold Leaf Lamps

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H 35 in W 10 in D 10 in

Monumental Lucite and Gold Leaf Lamps

By Karl Springer

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Wonderful monumental vintage lucite and gold leaf lamps designed and manufactured in the United States, circa 1970s. These lamps are inspired by the iconic designs of the famous desi...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome, Gold Leaf

Lacquered Goatskin Dining Table with Leaf by Karl Springer

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H 30 in W 96 in D 51.5 in

Lacquered Goatskin Dining Table with Leaf by Karl Springer

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Racetrack dining table with leaf covered in lacquered goatskin designed by Karl Springer, American 1980’s.

Category

Late 20th Century American Dining Room Tables

Exceptional Pair of Karl Springer Fluted Gold Venetian Vases Lamps Lucite Bases

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H 36 in Dm 12 in

Exceptional Pair of Karl Springer Fluted Gold Venetian Vases Lamps Lucite Bases

By Karl Springer

Located in Roslyn, NY

A wonderful pair of large and exceptional pair of fluted vases lamps on Lucite bases, done in a light Venetian gold leaf by Karl Springer, American, 1980s picture of original tag Ana...

Category

20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Gold Leaf

KARL SPRINGER SIDE TABLE

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H 22 in W 24 in D 24 in

KARL SPRINGER SIDE TABLE

Located in New York, NY

Two-tier side table with lacquered painted finish and gilt border. Signed.

Category

20th Century American End Tables

Materials

Gold Leaf

Ico Parisi Cassina Rosewood Chromed Steel Coffee Table Mod. 856 Italy, 1957

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H 13 in W 47.05 in D 21.66 in

Ico Parisi Cassina Rosewood Chromed Steel Coffee Table Mod. 856 Italy, 1957

By Cassina, Ico Parisi

Located in Catania, IT

Coffee table with leaf spring structure, so called for the flexibility given by the components in super light curved chromed steel, with reinforcing elements in rosewood, including t...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Karl Springer Attributed Silver Leaf Dining Table

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H 29.75 in Dm 60 in

Karl Springer Attributed Silver Leaf Dining Table

By Karl Springer

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Two piece center table wrapped in silver leaf. Gorgeous finish with five foot round top on a pedestal column base. Please confirm location NY or NJ

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Center Tables

Materials

Silver Leaf

Vintage Silver Leaf Dining Table in the Style of Karl Springer

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H 29.5 in W 78.5 in D 45 in

Vintage Silver Leaf Dining Table in the Style of Karl Springer

By Karl Springer

Located in Atlanta, GA

A luxurious vintage dining table beautifully finished in silver leaf and styled in the manner of Karl Springer.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables

Materials

Silver Leaf

Karl Springer Style Lacquered Goatskin, Pedestal Dining Table, Two Leafs

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H 29.5 in W 99 in D 48 in

Karl Springer Style Lacquered Goatskin, Pedestal Dining Table, Two Leafs

By Karl Springer

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This table is round and diameter of 48 inches, and has two leafs of 25.75 inches each.

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Vintage 1980s Unknown Post-Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Goatskin

Post Modern Black Lacquered Double Pedestal Oval Dining Table with Leaf

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H 30 in W 42 in D 60 in

Post Modern Black Lacquered Double Pedestal Oval Dining Table with Leaf

By Karl Springer

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Post Modern Gloss Black Lacquered Double Pedestal Oval Dining Table with Leaf. Local pick up in Brooklyn NY or Kingston NY Message us for a shipping quote. Measures 30 inches x 42...

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Vintage Maitland-Smith Lotus Leaf Deco Design Table Dining Center Karl Springer

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H 29.375 in Dm 44 in

Vintage Maitland-Smith Lotus Leaf Deco Design Table Dining Center Karl Springer

By Maitland Smith

Located in Chicago, IL

Maitland-Smith lotus leaf design table (dining or center). This probably dates to the 1970s-1980s. Exceptional form. Some wear to the stone. Please contact for full condition r...

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Center Tables

Large Scale Neoclassical Modern Crackle Glazed Ceramic Table Lamps, 1970's

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H 32 in Dm 11 in

Large Scale Neoclassical Modern Crackle Glazed Ceramic Table Lamps, 1970's

By Karl Springer

Located in Rochester, NY

Pair of large scale neoclassical modern crackle glazed porcelain ceramic table lamps with attached architectural silver leaf wood bases and inset tops. Great quality. Circa 1970's. ...

Category

20th Century Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Silver Leaf

Karl Springer Ltd. Round Dining Table in Gold Leaf

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H 29 in Dm 68 in

Karl Springer Ltd. Round Dining Table in Gold Leaf

Located in New York, NY

A rare and magnificent Karl Springer dining table with round 68” solid knife-edge beveled top with large drum base. Accompanied by original bill of sale and order from Karl Springer...

Category

Late 20th Century American Dining Room Tables

Unique Console by Karl Springer

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H 42 in W 60 in D 24 in

Unique Console by Karl Springer

Located in New York, NY

Unique python and gold leaf console by Karl Springer.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Console Tables

Materials

Gold Leaf

Karl Springer Lacquered Goatskin Table with One Leaf

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H 29 in Dm 47.5 in

Karl Springer Lacquered Goatskin Table with One Leaf

By Karl Springer

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Karl Springer Lacquered Goatskin Table with One 20" Leaf Insert.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Center Tables

Materials

Goatskin

Karl Springer Table

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H 23 in W 14 in D 9.5 in

Karl Springer Table

By Karl Springer

Located in Stamford, CT

Two-tier mahogany table, circa late 20th century.

Category

Late 20th Century Tables

Materials

Silver Leaf

Large Sculptural 1970s Lacquered Tobacco Leaf Table Lamp, after Karl Springer

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H 29 in Dm 18 in

Large Sculptural 1970s Lacquered Tobacco Leaf Table Lamp, after Karl Springer

By Karl Springer

Located in Washington, DC

Large Sculptural 1970s Lacquered Tobacco Leaf Table Lamp After Karl Springer

Category

Vintage 1970s American Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Karl Springer Black Lacquer Table with Gold Leaf Detail, circa 1982

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H 28 in W 66 in D 44 in

Karl Springer Black Lacquer Table with Gold Leaf Detail, circa 1982

By Karl Springer

Located in New York, NY

Karl Springer Black lacquer table with gold leaf detail C. 1982 Karl Springer (1930 – 1991) German born, French educated New York City based Springer is known for his lavish inter...

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20th Century American Dining Room Tables

Pair of Lacquered Parchment Side Tables in the Manner of Karl Springer

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H 19.25 in W 14 in D 14 in

Pair of Lacquered Parchment Side Tables in the Manner of Karl Springer

By Aldo Tura, Karl Springer

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Make great drink tables, side tables, or pedestals. In the styles of Karl Springer and Aldo Tura.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Gold Leaf

Lacquered Goatskin Top Table in the Manner of Karl Springer

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H 29.5 in W 36 in D 36 in

Lacquered Goatskin Top Table in the Manner of Karl Springer

By Jimeco ltda

Located in Stamford, CT

The elegant top of this table is covered in lacquered goatskin, and is in the manner of Karl Springer and Aldo Tura pieces. The natural skin tones of mottled parchment and Ivory are ...

Category

Late 20th Century Colombian Game Tables

Materials

Silver Leaf

English, Extendable Dining Table Veneered with Mahogany, circa 1920

$2,659Sale Price|20% Off

H 29.93 in W 92.92 in D 47.64 in

English, Extendable Dining Table Veneered with Mahogany, circa 1920

Located in Opole, PL

We present you this big, interesting table in the George III type, composed of two connected segments. Each segment is supported on a separate corpus that ends with a quadripod, whi...

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Vintage 1920s British Tables

Materials

Fruitwood, Mahogany

Brass Coffee Table with Black Lacquered Glass Maison Jansen. Circa 1900

$4,539Sale Price|20% Off

H 17.33 in W 40.95 in D 19.69 in

Brass Coffee Table with Black Lacquered Glass Maison Jansen. Circa 1900

By Maison Jansen

Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France

This neoclassical style coffee table is made of brass with black lacquered glass top. This is a French work by Maison Jansen. Circa 1900

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Neoclassical Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Fine French 1930s Mahogany coffee Table with a Parchment Top and Bronze Details

$4,500

H 17.88 in W 30.75 in D 15 in

Fine French 1930s Mahogany coffee Table with a Parchment Top and Bronze Details

Located in Long Island City, NY

A fine French Art Deco mahogany coffee table with a parchment covered top and bronze details.

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

1920s Art Deco Coffee Table by Max Coini in Macassar Ebony.

$4,298

H 25.99 in Dm 33.67 in L 25.79 in

1920s Art Deco Coffee Table by Max Coini in Macassar Ebony.

By Max Coini

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Magnificent and rare Art Deco Amsterdamse School coffee table. Design by Max Coini Amsterdam. Striking Dutch design from the 1920s. Solid American walnut base on four typical Amsterd...

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Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Macassar, Walnut

Karl Springer Pagoda Dining Table in Goatskin

$17,500Sale Price|30% Off

H 29.25 in W 114 in D 46 in

Karl Springer Pagoda Dining Table in Goatskin

By Karl Springer

Located in Chicago, IL

This Springer pagoda dining table, with a custom bullnose edge, was acquired from the estate of the original owner. The natural goatskin parchment is of the variation, shading and in...

Category

Late 20th Century American Dining Room Tables

Materials

Goatskin, Gesso, Wood

Rare and Refined Brass Coffee Table by Mastercraft

$3,800

H 17 in W 34 in D 34 in

Rare and Refined Brass Coffee Table by Mastercraft

By Mastercraft

Located in Danville, CA

Sophisticated brass coffee table raised on sculpted brass legs with stylized hooved feet by Mastercraft. The brass has its beautiful original antiqued finish along with its bevelled ...

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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Sleek Maison Jansen Style Brass & Black Granite Coffee Table

$1,950

H 20.5 in W 36 in D 20 in

Sleek Maison Jansen Style Brass & Black Granite Coffee Table

Located in Hopewell, NJ

A sleek elegant rectangular coffee table having striking warm rubbed bronze finish brass offset by black granite top. The elegant legs and stretcher with finial are thin, but heavy a...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Streamlined Moderne Coffee and Co...

Materials

Granite, Brass

Aluminum Base Parsons Dining Table with Black Formica Leaves

$2,240Sale Price|20% Off

H 28.25 in W 108 in D 35.25 in

Aluminum Base Parsons Dining Table with Black Formica Leaves

By Milo Baughman

Located in New York, NY

Nice quality aluminum base parsons table, with plate glass top, and two black formica refractory style leaves. The table measures 65"- L without the leaves, each leaf is 24"- L. The...

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Italian Mid-Century Marble Dining Table attributed to Melchiorre Bega

$8,138

H 31.3 in W 80.32 in D 40.95 in

Italian Mid-Century Marble Dining Table attributed to Melchiorre Bega

By Melchiorre Bega

Located in Traversetolo, IT

Italian Mid Century Dining Table designed by Melchiorre Bega in 1950s, Portuguese pink marble top, a highly prestigious marble, appreciated for its beauty and timeless elegance, each...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

1920s Art Deco Coffee Table by Max Coini in Macassar Ebony 2.

$4,298

H 25.99 in Dm 33.67 in L 25.79 in

1920s Art Deco Coffee Table by Max Coini in Macassar Ebony 2.

By Max Coini

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Magnificent and rare Art Deco Amsterdamse School coffee table. Design by Max Coini Amsterdam. Striking Dutch design from the 1920s. Solid American walnut base on four typical Amsterd...

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Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Macassar, Walnut

Karl Springer Style Faux Lacquered Goatskin Side End Table

$512Sale Price|20% Off

H 22 in W 27 in D 27 in

Karl Springer Style Faux Lacquered Goatskin Side End Table

By Karl Springer

Located in Lake Worth, FL

For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

French Art Deco Coffee Table, in the Style of Pascaud, 1940

$1,719Sale Price|37% Off

H 20.87 in W 36.62 in D 17.72 in

French Art Deco Coffee Table, in the Style of Pascaud, 1940

By Jean Pascaud

Located in Traversetolo, IT

Sublime French Art Deco coffee table with églomisé mirror top in Jean Pascaud style, 1940. Stylish Sabre-shaped legs which terminate in a curled brass sabot. Double top characteriz...

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Mirror, Wood

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

$2,190Sale Price|40% Off

H 29 in W 58 in D 40 in

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

By John Widdicomb, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb ebonized mahogany drop-leaf extendable dining table with one leaf. Completely folded the table measures: 26 x 40 x 29" H. Leafs open measures: 58 x 40...

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Leaf Spring Table For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the leaf spring table you’re looking for. Frequently made of metal, wood and gold leaf, every leaf spring table was constructed with great care. There are 21 variations of the antique or vintage leaf spring table you’re looking for, while we also have 1 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a leaf spring table — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A leaf spring table is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Hollywood Regency styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one leaf spring table that is appealing in its simplicity, but Karl Springer and Maitland Smith produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Leaf Spring Table?

A leaf spring table can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,700, while the lowest priced sells for $1,850 and the highest can go for as much as $35,000.

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

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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 Spring Table

What does it mean when a table has a leaf?
1 Answer
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.
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.
What is a table butterfly leaf?
1 Answer
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.
What is a dining table with leaf?
1 Answer
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.
What is a draw leaf table?
1 Answer
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.
What is a draw leaf dining table?
1 Answer
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.
What is a butterfly leaf in a dining table?
1 Answer
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.
What era are drop leaf tables from?
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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?
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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 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 is the difference between a Gateleg table and a drop leaf table?
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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.
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.
How can I tell how old my drop leaf table is?
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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.

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