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What is a possum belly baker’s table?

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What is a possum belly baker’s table?
A possum belly baker's table is a wooden table designed to be used for prep work in kitchens. Its defining characteristic is its curved lower drawer. Furniture makers originally created the design to keep rodents out of foods stored in the tables, but today people tend to purchase possum belly baker's tables because of their unique appearance. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of baker's tables.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
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1920’s French iron baker tables marble top
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
1920’s French iron baker tables marble top circa 1920. Stunning bakers table which could function
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Tables

Materials

Marble, Steel

Tongue and Groove Baker s Table, circa 1920s-1930s
Located in Napa, CA
Vintage tongue and groove bakers table, circa 1920s-1930s.  Please see images for closer look at
Category

Early 20th Century Farm Tables

Materials

Wood

French Cast Iron and Marble Baker s Table
Located in Pembroke, MA
French cast iron and marble top Baker's table. The marble is white with some veining. The pierced
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Tables

Materials

Marble, Steel, Iron

Antique French Metamorphic Baker’s Table/Shelves
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique French metamorphic baker’s table/ shelf. Table H 33” W 57.5” D 32.75”base 40.5”. Each panel
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Antique Early 1900s French Shelves

Materials

Brass

French Iron Baker s Table Topped with Marble, 19th Century, FR-0139
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
French Iron Baker's table topped with marble, 19th century An elegant antique French red baker
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Antique 19th Century French Tables

Materials

Carrara Marble, Iron

Antique French Stone Top Iron Baker’s Table
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Large and authentic industrial era French work table. A fine antique stone top baker’s table
Category

Antique 19th Century French Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Stone, Iron

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