A vintage Classical style golden oak turned drop-leaf table, American, mid to late 20th Century
14 January 2025
Description

This solid oak drop leaf table was purchased at a garage/tag sale at least ten years ago. There are no apparent markings. However, there are indentations (see image) in a few places underneath. Each leaf has scalloped edges (see image).

Dimensions

34" x 22" x 30" High, 42" with leaves open

Acquired from
Flea Market
For sale
Yes
Answered within 1 day
By Delia
Jan 16, 00:08 UTC
Fair Market Value
$200 - $300 USD
Suggested Asking Price $350 USD
What does this mean?

Hi Francis,

Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
This table was made in the mid to late 20th Century, following the pattern of drop-leaf tables that date back to the late 18th and early 19th Century. The indentations on the underside of the top were made by sewing birds or clamps (see this link to see some examples: https://www.monmouthmuseum.org/sewingbirds) and don't devalue the piece at all, being a part of its' history.
These tables are not particularly rare. Related examples that have come to auction recently have sold for the fair market value of between $200-300; note this is likely to be less than any retail prices asked by online or brick-and-mortar sellers.

Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:

A vintage Classical style golden oak turned drop-leaf table
American, mid to late 20th Century
The rectangular molded edged top with hinged drop leaves and serpentine ends supported by sliding battens, raised on four turned cylindrical legs. Unsigned/unlabeled.
30 inches high, 34 inches wide, 22 inches long with leaves down (42 inches greatest length, with leaves raised).
CONDITION: This table appears to be in generally good condition with evidence of wear commensurate to age and use.
PROVENANCE: Acquired at a flea market
$ 200-300*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.

Please let us know if you have additional items to appraise, or questions/concerns, and thank you again for using Mearto.
~ Delia

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