Rococo Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
ROCOCO STYLE
Rococo was an aesthetic movement in the fine and decorative arts in the 18th century that found its inspiration in nature and fostered an overall lightness and delicacy of form, construction and ornament in interior design. Rococo furniture, while greatly influenced by trends in Italy and Germany, is often called Louis XV style — the movement having reached its best expression during that sybaritic French king’s reign.
The term “rococo” is thought to be a portmanteau of the French words rocaille and coquilles — “rock” and “shells” — organic motifs frequently used in architecture and design of the style.
When it comes to authentic Rococo furniture's characteristics, it is above all sensuous and social. The furniture of earlier eras in Europe had been heavy in every sense; the Rococo period saw the appearance of light-framed upholstered armchairs, side chairs and occasional tables that could easily be moved to form conversational circles.
The signal detail of Rococo furniture design is the gently curved cabriole, or S-shaped chair-, table-, and cabinet-leg. It imitates the bend of a tree limb or a flower stem. In a further reference to nature, furnishings were often asymmetrical and painted white, or in soft, pastel shades. Rococo has become a timeless style, and as the furniture pieces presented on 1stDibs demonstrate, its playful, sculptural forms can provide visual excitement to contemporary, clean-lined spaces.
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Style: Rococo
Antique Swedish Rococo Rustic Charming Pine Drop-Leaf Table
Located in Kramfors, SE
Antique Rococo drop-leaf table from Sweden, crafted around 1770. The table has one leaf, originally the table most likely had two but one has disappeared during the passage of time. ...
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Mid-18th Century Swedish Antique Rococo Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
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18th Century Swedish Original Rococo Table
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
A period Swedish Rococo table with two drawers and one short drop leaf.
In completely untouched original Salmon pink paint.
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18th Century Swedish Antique Rococo Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
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18th Century Swedish Rococo Folding Table
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
Late 18th Century Swedish Rococo folding table.
With decorative tripod base. Scraped back to secondary paint.
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Rococo Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
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Rococo drop-leaf and pembroke tables for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Rococo drop-leaf and pembroke tables for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 18th Century and Earlier, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage drop-leaf and pembroke tables created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with iron, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Rococo drop-leaf and pembroke tables made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, and Sweden pieces for sale on 1stDibs. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for drop-leaf and pembroke tables differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $6,500 and tops out at $6,500 while the average work can sell for $6,500.