Mahogany Drop-Leaf Table in Long Room

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Mahogany Drop-Leaf Table in Long Room

Mahogany Drop-Leaf Table in Long Room

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Mahogany Drop-Leaf Table in Long Room

Entry/Object ID

100092

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(AI) 1. The Mahogany Drop-Leaf Table The Design: This is a classic American Federal or early Empire-period drop-leaf table, likely dating between 1810 and 1840. It features a narrow central top with two hinged, rounded leaves hanging down on either side. When space was tight, it sat against the wall like a console; when guests arrived, the leaves were raised and supported by swinging wooden brackets hidden underneath. The Legs: The legs are beautifully turned and reeded, tapering down to original brass casters (wheels). Casters were common on fine tables of this era so heavy furniture could be easily rolled across wide-plank floors to catch the changing daylight or face a warm fireplace. value ?