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Danish Mid-Century Modern Walnut Drop Leaf Dining Table W/ Extension Leaf Mint!
By Drexel, Paul McCobb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid-Century Modern walnut drop leaf dining table w/ extension leaf mint! Side leaves
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Walnut

Danish Teak Mid-Century Modern Drop Leaf Gate Leg Dining Table
By Selig, Dux of Sweden
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Banded Edge Danish Teak Mid-Century Modern drop leaf gate leg dining table.
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Teak

Vintage Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Drop Leaf Coffee Table
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is a beautiful 1960's scandinavian modern coffee table in teak wood recently imported from
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Teak

John Stuart Danish Mid Century Modern Solid Teak Drop Leaf Coffee Center Table
By Peter Hvidt, John Stuart
Located in Rockaway, NJ
John Stuart Danish Mid Century Modern Solid Teak Drop Leaf Coffee Center Table MINT! Opened: W54
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Teak

Mid-Century Heritage-Henredon Walnut Drop Leaf Dining Table
By Heritage-Henredon
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful walnut gateleg dining table by Heritage-Henredon, circa 1960s. Featuring tapered legs and
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Wood, Walnut

Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Drop Leaf Dining Table w/ 2 Leaves Boards MINT
By Arne Vodder, George Tanier
Located in Rockaway, NJ
George Tanier Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Drop Leaf Dining Table w/ 2 Leaves Boards MINT
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Brass

Mid-Century Scandinavian Drop-Leaf Dining Table, c.1960
By Jason Møbler, Kurt Østervig
Located in London, GB
A modern mid-century design Scandinavian 'Eva' Drop-leaf dining table by Kurt Ostervig for Jason
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Wood, Teak

Mid Century Danish Modern Drop-Leaf Dining Table by Hans C. Andersen
By Hans C. Andersen
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Teak dining table designed by Hans C. Andersen.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Teak

Fantastic Mid-Century Oval Drop Leaf Console Dining Table
By John Widdicomb
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fantastic pop-colored drop leaf console table from the mid-century. We love everything about this
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Wood

Mid-Century John Van Koert for Drexel Walnut Drop-Leaf Dining Table
By Drexel, John Van Koert
Located in Trenton, NJ
The John Van Koert for Drexel Mid-Century Walnut Drop-Leaf Dining Table is a versatile and timeless
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Wood, Walnut

Mid Century Nathan Teak Oval Gate Leg Folding Drop Leaf dining Table, 1960s
By Nathan Furniture
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
A Mid Century retro drop leaf gate leg oval dining table by Nathan. Great space saving option, can
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Teak

Danish Modern Hans Wegner Drop Leaf Occasional Table
By Hans J. Wegner, Andreas Tuck
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Danish modern teak and oak drop leaf occasional table designed by Hans J. Wegner. Tables expands to
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Mid-20th Century Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Teak

Vintage Mid-Century Arne Jacobsen 3601 Drop Leaf Table for Fritz Hansen in Teak
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in London, GB
elegance with practicality. A classic mid century Danish piece. In very good restored condition. The top
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Aluminum

Unique Drop-Leaf Gate Leg Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Wonderful vintage maple drop-leaf table featuring unique carved gate legs. Use with one leaf or two
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Wood, Maple

Unique Drop-Leaf Gate Leg Table
Unique Drop-Leaf Gate Leg Table
H 28.5 in W 60 in D 43.5 in
Mid-Century Modern Danish Occasional Table by Hans Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner, Andreas Tuck
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Mid-Century Modern Danish occasional table by Hans Wegner. Two drop leaves. Wheels depth 45/79 cm.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Oak, Teak

Walnut Drop Leaf Dining Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Long mid-century table with two 12 inch leaves that fold down to convert to a entry or sofa console
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Walnut

Walnut Drop Leaf Dining Table
Walnut Drop Leaf Dining Table
H 29 in W 72 in D 25.75 in
Mid-Century Modern Flip Top Square Melamine Kitchen Dining Game Table MINT!
By McGuire, Florence Knoll
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair New Linen upholstery heavy solid maple frames American lounge chairs MINT!.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Birch

Drop Leaf Dining Table / Extra Leaves
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern walnut dining table with two drop leaves that open on either side. Three 12 inch
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Walnut

Drop Leaf Dining Table / Extra Leaves
Drop Leaf Dining Table / Extra Leaves
H 29.75 in W 60.25 in D 42 in
Unique Danish Drop-Leaf Table
Located in New York, NY
Unique Danish drop-leaf table. Walnut drop-leaf table with wheels. Measures (fully open): 60" W x
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Brass

Unique Danish Drop-Leaf Table
Unique Danish Drop-Leaf Table
H 28.5 in W 60 in D 40 in
Danish Rosewood Drop-Leaf Dining Table
By Vejle Stole & Møbelfabrik, Finn Juhl
Located in Dronten, NL
A beautiful Mid-Century Modern rosewood drop leaf dining table with two removable leaves ensuring
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Rosewood

Danish Rosewood Drop-Leaf Dining Table
Danish Rosewood Drop-Leaf Dining Table
H 29.53 in W 78.75 in D 39.38 in
Made in Norway Danish Modern Bent Rosewood Plywood Legs Drop Leaf Dining Table
By Hans J. Wegner, Finn Juhl
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Made in Norway Danish Modern Bent Rosewood Plywood Legs Drop Leaf Dining Table
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20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Rosewood

1960s Danish Modern Drop-Leaf Teak Table by Bendt Winge for Kleppes Møbelfabrikk
By Kleppe Møbelfabrik
Located in Charleston, SC
collectors of mid century modern Danish. The leaves hang from the table, with original reinforced hinges
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Birch, Teak

Drop Leaf Table by Arne Jacobsen
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Drop-leaf table in rosewood. Designed in 1952. Additional length: 40.00cm per leaf. Arne Jacobsen
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Rosewood

Drop Leaf Table by Arne Jacobsen
Drop Leaf Table by Arne Jacobsen
H 27.17 in W 27.56 in D 24.41 in
Vintage Cherry Drop-Leaf Pembroke Side Table
Located in Germantown, MD
A 1970s vintage drop-leaf Pembroke side table in solid cherry. Measures 32" wide (19.75" wide with
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Cherry

Statton Trutype Walnut Pembroke Drop-Leaf Table
By Statton Trutype
Located in Germantown, MD
Statton Trutype walnut pembroke drop-leaf table. 17.5" Wide with leaves dropped x 33" wide with
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Brass

A mahogany drop leaf table. 1950's
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A solid mahogany drop leaf table six legs. 1950's Depth when opened is 49.25"
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Mahogany

A mahogany drop leaf table. 1950's
A mahogany drop leaf table. 1950's
H 28.5 in W 55.25 in D 6.25 in
19th Century English Regency Mahogany Small Pembroke or Drop-Leaf Side Table
Located in Berlin, DE
19th century English Regency mahogany small pembroke or drop-leaf side table Small Regency small
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Regency Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Bone, Mahogany

Milo Baughman Drop Leaf Table for Drexel
By Milo Baughman, Drexel
Located in South Charleston, WV
44" deep. Width reduces to only 27" when leafs are dropped. Bold, with angled edges and built in
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Fruitwood

Vintage Danish Teak Drop Leaf Dining Table, 1950s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish teak drop leaf dining table 1950s Beautiful and very elegant Mid-Century Modern
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Teak

Vintage Midcentury Ercol Drop Leaf Dining Table Model 384
By Ercol
Located in London, GB
Very good original condition late 1970s vintage mid century Ercol drop leaf dining table with gold
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Late 20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Beech, Elm

1950's Vintage Oak & Chrome Drop Leaf Side Table
Located in London, GB
A lovely and very unusual vintage drop leaf side table, the top and base are oak, with chromed
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Chrome

Drop Leaf Dining Table, Abstract Espresso and Natural Wood
Located in Munster, IN
Wild and free, this drop leaf dining table is truly unique. We love the two-tone abstract design
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Mid-20th Century American Organic Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Wood

Danish Teak Vintage Drop Leaf Dining Table by Borge Mogensen
By Børge Mogensen
Located in London, GB
A stunning and rare vintage Danish drop leaf dining table in teak. This was designed by Borge
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Teak

Danish Teak Vintage Drop Leaf Dining Table by Bernhard Pedersen
By Bernhard Pedersen & Son
Located in London, GB
A fantastic and very rare vintage Danish drop leaf dining table in Teak. This was made in Denmark
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Teak

Midcentury Hans Wegner for Andreas Tuck Drop-Leaf Side Table
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful vintage modern drop-leaf side table is stamped, "By Hans Wegner for Andreas Tuck
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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Teak

Vintage Ercol 384 Drop Leaf Blonde Elm Dining Table Blue Label MCM
By Lucian Ercolani
Located in London, GB
Vintage Ercol round drop leaf dining table (earlier blue label model). Referred to in Ercol's 1956
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Beech, Elm

Large Danish Drop-leaf Dining Table in Teak and Brass
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Drop-leaf dining table, teak, brass, Denmark, 1950s This extendable dining table of Danish origin
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Brass

English Chippendale Reticulated Ball and Claw Foot Drop-Leaf Table
Located in Essex, MA
Beautifully constructed and period Georgian Chippendale drop-leaf table. Rare reticulated claw
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Antique Mid-18th Century Great Britain (UK) Chippendale Drop-leaf and Pe...

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Mahogany

Brandt Certified Genuine Mahogany Pembroke Drop-Leaf Tables, a Pair, circa 1940s
By Brandt
Located in Germantown, MD
Exquisite pair of Brandt Furniture Certified Genuine Mahogany Pembroke Drop-Leaf Tables from the
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Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Ta...

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Mahogany

1960s Danish Peter Hvidt Drop-Leaf Dining Table in Teak and Brass
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Pasadena, TX
Peter Hvidt drop-leaf desk or dining table in teak and brass Denmark, 1960s Versatile drop-leaf
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Teak

Danish Drop-Leaf Table in Quartersawn Oak by Henry Kjærnulf, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Odense, DK
Charming little drop-leaf table in solid quarter sawn oak with a beautiful wood grain. The table is
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Oak

Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Drop-Leaf Table for John Stuart
By Hvidt & Mølgaard, John Stuart
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning mid-century table features the perfect combination of stylish vintage design and
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Teak

Rare Model '3601' Drop-Leaf Table by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen, 1950s
By Arne Jacobsen, Fritz Hansen
Located in Antwerpen, VAN
Rare model ‘3601’ small dining table or ‘camping table’ designed by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Metal

Paul McCobb Solid Birch Drop Leaf Dining Table Planer Group Tapered Legs MINT!
By Winchendon, Paul McCobb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Paul McCobb solid birch drop leaf dining table planer group tapered legs MINT! Drop leaves measure
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Maple

John Widdicomb Walnut Triangular Tiered Drop Leaf Handkerchief Accent Table
By John Widdicomb
Located in Dayton, OH
. Admirers of mid-century modern furnishings likely recognize Widdicomb for the partnerships with iconic
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Vintage 1960s Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Walnut

Danish Brutalist Style Small Drop-Leaf Coffee Table Made of Solid Oak, 1940's
By Henning Kjærnulf, Axel Einar Hjorth, Otto Færge 1
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Small vintage brutalist style drop-leaf coffee table made of solid oak. Made in Denmark circa 1940
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Vintage 1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Oak

Fliptop Chrome Base Card Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Modern style table with folding leaves and polished chrome base. Great style with 'X' shaped base
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Chrome

Fliptop Chrome Base Card Table
Fliptop Chrome Base Card Table
H 29.75 in W 39.5 in D 39.5 in
Table scandinave à abattants rectangulaire - McIntosh
By A.H. McIntosh Furniture
Located in ESTRABLIN, FR
cette table est le principe du "Drop Leaf". Vous pouvez facilement ranger la table comme une table
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Vintage 1960s Scottish Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Hardwood

John Widdicomb Walnut Finish Extension Dining Table
By John Widdicomb
Located in Miami, FL
1950 Vintage John Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern walnut finish extension table with four leaves. Four
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Walnut

1950's George Nelson for Herman Miller Gate Leg Dining Table
By George Nelson
Located in Las Vegas, NV
does not affect use. This table was always well cared for and it shows. One small scratch on one leaf
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Walnut

Vintage Heritage-Henredon Gateleg Dining Table
By Heritage-Henredon
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful walnut gateleg dining table by Heritage-Henredon, circa 1960s. Featuring tapered legs and
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Walnut

Solid Cherry Tilt Top Tripod Base Lamp Table Mint!
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Solid cherry tilt top tripod base lamp table mint!
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Cherry

Wall Hung Table Designed by Helge Vestergaard Jensen, Denmark, 1950s
By Helge Vestergaard-Jensen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Wall hung table designed by Helge Vestergaard Jensen, for Peder Pedersen, Denmark. 1950's
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Rosewood

Teak Expansion Dining Table w/ Stow-in Leaves by BRDR Furbo, Denmark, c. 1960s
By BRDR Furbo
Located in Deland, FL
table can blend seamlessly against a myriad of design backdrops from Mid-Century Modern to Contemporary
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Teak

Extension Teak Dining Table w/ Two Leaves by Gudme Møbelfabrik, Denmark, 1960's
By Gudme Møbelfabrik
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing an elegant, Danish-made expansion dining table constructed by Gudme Møbelfabrik in the
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Teak

Swedish Antique Art Deco Wheel Occasional Hoop Table Glass 2 Shelves C. 1930s
Located in LONDON, GB
and modern interiors - in any room you see fit to place it and also links into the later mid century
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Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Metal

Antique Inlay Mahogany Liquor Cabinet w/ Contents Raising Mechanism Unique
By Maple & Co.
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Antique inlay mahogany liquor cabinet w/ contents raising mechanism unique! The cabinet contents mechanically raises up when the top is opened.
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20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Mahogany

Dining Set for Six by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A drop-leaf console table opens to seat, six (6) for dining. Set complete with two banquette chairs
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Walnut, Upholstery

Mid-Century Modern Drop Leaf Dining Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Wonderful mid-century dining table with large drop leaves for ample seating. Measures 67.5" wide
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Wood

Mid-Century Modern Drop Leaf Dining Table with 3 Leafs
Located in Freehold, NJ
This Mid-Century Modern dining table features drop leaf design, durable formica top with faux
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Formica, Walnut

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Mid Century Modern Table Leaf For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic mid century modern table leaf available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and hardwood, every mid century modern table leaf was constructed with great care. There are 1386 variations of the antique or vintage mid century modern table leaf you’re looking for, while we also have 30 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the mid century modern table leaf you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each mid century modern table leaf bearing Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Modern hallmarks is very popular. A well-made mid century modern table leaf has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Hans J. Wegner, Paul McCobb and Dunbar are consistently popular.

How Much is a Mid Century Modern Table Leaf?

Prices for a mid century modern table leaf can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $250 and can go as high as $68,789, while the average can fetch as much as $2,800.

A Close Look at Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by legendary manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

Questions About Mid Century Modern Table Leaf
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, the tulip table is considered a mid-century modern design. This table shape has become an iconic statement of the era with a simple sculptural attitude and a practical nature. The first tulip table was created by Eero Saarinen, a noted Finnish designer who was a leader in mid-century modern home decor. Shop a collection of Saarinen furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.