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Danish Modern Rosewood Bookcase Cabinet By Brouer Møbelfabrik
By Erik Brouer, Brouer Mobel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, feature recessed open adjustable shelving and a lockable, drop-down, writing desk or bar serving surface
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rosewood, Glass
Teak Model RY-100 Wall Unit / Room Divider by Hans Wegner for Ry Møbler, c. 1965
By Ry Møbler, Hans J. Wegner
Located in Deland, FL
as it is aesthetically pleasing. Featuring a utilitarian drop-down secretary desk, a four-drawer
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Metal
Fine Streamline Art Deco KEM Weber Desk Cabinet
By Kem Weber
Located in Mount Penn, PA
Great 1940s asymmetrical modernist design drop down desk cabinet with three drawers and five cubby
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Desks
Danish Teak Secretary Cabinet with Drop Front Desk by Hans Wegner for Ry Mobler
By Ry Møbler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful Danish teak desk with drop-down desk and storage cabinet above. There are two open
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Desks
Materials
Teak
Guillerme et Chambron Votre Maison Bureau
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in London, GB
Solid oak wall-mounted bureau by Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison. The drop down desk surface
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Oak
Cees Braakman for Pastoe Desk
By Pastoe, Cees Braakman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Braakman Cabinet with Drop Down Desk and Hairpin legs
series CBO1
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Secretaires
Materials
Rosewood, Beech
Philippon and Lecoq Secretary Cabinet
By Antoine Philippon and Jacqueline le Coq
Located in New York, NY
Drop down desk with drawers, includes key.
Category
Vintage 1950s French Cabinets
Materials
Teak
Pierre Guariche/A.R.P. Bookcase
By Studio A.R.P. (Joseph-André Motte, Michel Mortier and Pierre Guariche)
Located in New York, NY
Modular system secretary with drop down desk and sliding glass panels. black enameled legs
Category
Vintage 1950s French Secretaires
Materials
Glass
Midcentury G Plan Teak Highboard Credenza with Secretary or Bar
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Norcross, GA
small chip. Please see photos.
Dimensions: 74" x 18" x 48" L x W x H.
Height of drop down desk / bar
Category
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Buffets
Materials
Teak
Midcentury Teak Wall Unit by Meredew
By Meredew
Located in Norcross, GA
base with 2 drawers and 2 cabinets with adjustable shelves.
The top features a drop down desk and
Category
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Midcentury Teak Display Cabinet Secretary and Bar by Ellman Furniture
Located in Norcross, GA
the back. Featuring glass sliding doors at the top. A small drop down desk and a small drop down bar
Category
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Teak
French Secretary by Pierre Balmain
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W35.5 D17.5 H49.5 KC25
Vintage 1980s drop down desk in a dark walnut finish. Item features brass
Category
Vintage 1960s Secretaires
Materials
Wood
Vintage Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Secretary Desk by Arne Wahl Iversen
By Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in San Marcos, CA
imported from Europe to California before its restoration, features on its upper part a drop down desk
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Secretaires
Materials
Teak
Antique English Mahogany Bureau, 19th Century
Located in Ely, GB
good condition, with 4 drawers and a drop down desk, all moving as they should.
The cabinet does show
Category
Antique 1880s British Late Victorian Secretaires
Materials
Mahogany
Lawyer
s Bookcase by Humphrey Widman
By Humphrey Widman
Located in Carson City, NV
condition The middle part of the cabinet unfolds to a drop down desk with many cubby holes for special
Category
Antique 19th Century American Secretaires
RARE MOGENS KOCH BUREAU, DENMARK, c. 1930
By Mogens Koch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
original hardware in brass. Fully fitted with drawers of various sizes, drop down desk front fitted with
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Secretaires
Materials
Oak
Antique 19th Century Walnut Austrian Biedermeier Abatante Secretary Desk
Located in Charlotte, NC
construction at the very top over the lockable drop down desk surface door which reveals a large solid desk
Category
Antique 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Secretaires
Materials
Mirror, Wood, Walnut
BAKER Georgian Walnut Bonnet Top Secretary Desk with Mirrored Blind Bookcase
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Charlotte, NC
features slant front locking drop-down desk lid with external book tray, pull out supports, interior
Category
Late 20th Century American Georgian Secretaires
Materials
Brass
Rosewood Asian Writing Desk with Drop Down Front
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Rosewood writing desk with drop down front. 100% rosewood. No veneer in this piece, circa 1980
Category
Vintage 1980s Malaysian Malayer Furniture
Materials
Rosewood
Mid 20th Century Mahogany Chippendale Secretary Desk
Located in Charlotte, NC
behind dual glass doors with fretwork. Bottom features pull down lockable drop front desk top which
Category
Mid-20th Century American Chippendale Secretaires
Materials
Brass
Vintage Teak Bureau / Desk by Remploy, 1970s
By Remploy
Located in Ely, GB
Mid Century, Teak Bureau / Desk Made by Remploy - 1970s.
The bureau has 1 drop-down writing desk
Category
Vintage 1970s British Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Teak
Louis Philippe period Secretary
Located in Toronto, ON
Gorgeous front veneer, four drawers (one at the top is a secret one). Drop down front is the
Category
Antique 19th Century French Secretaires
3-Bay Ladderax Teak Midcentury Shelving System by Robert Heal for Staples
By Ladderax, Robert Heal
Located in Glasgow, GB
bureau unit with drop down desk top. Two of the units are lockable and the key is present. Remember that
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Teak
Pastoe Drop Down Desk or Cabinet
By Pastoe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-century two toned Pastoe drop down desk or cabinet with original keys. Striking blonde frame
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Teak, Birch
Apothecary Chest with Drop-Down Desk
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
An unusual combination of an apothecary chest with a drop-down desk. C.1940. Rich colour and patina
Category
Mid-20th Century French Apothecary Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Danish Wall Unit with Drop-down Desk
Located in Stratford, CT
Large Free Standing Teak Wall Unit with Sliding Door Cabinets and Drop-down Desk
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Bookcases
Materials
Iron
Classic Teak Wood Wall Unit, Drop Down Desk, Denmark
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Buffalo, NY
features drop down desk,bottom storage and two drawers,Finished back so can be used as room divider,
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Materials
Teak
Tambour Door Cabinet with Drop Down Desk by Edward Wormley
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
Tambour door cabinet with drop down desk by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. This piece was a custom
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Hand-Carved Jacobean-Style Drop-Down Desk
Located in Sheffield, MA
Hand-carved paneled Jacobean-style abbatant or secretaire with drop-down leaf for a writing surface
Category
Antique 19th Century Unknown Jacobean Desks
Materials
Iron
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bookshelf Room Divider with Drop Down Desk, 1950s
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a gorgeous, étagère bookcase, made of walnut, with a drop down desk
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bookshelf Room Divider W Drop Down Desk, 1950s
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a gorgeous, etagere bookcase, made of walnut, with a drop down desk
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Wall Shelving Unit Bookshelf Drop Down Desk Room Divider
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
, cabinet, drawers, drop down desk, magazine rack and shelfs circa the 1960s. In good vintage condition. The
Category
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Wood Wall Unit with Drop Down Desk
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
An elegant Mid-Century Modern walnut wall unit, cabinet is also a drop down desk. This piece is in
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Walnut
Bookcase with Drop-Down Desk
Located in Brescia, IT
equipped with a hutch and flap desk.
Perfect for recreating a convenient corner for smart working in the
Category
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rosewood
Bookcase with drop-down desk
Located in Brescia, IT
a study, living room or bedroom. Thanks to the flap top it turns into a small desk, ideal as a smart
Category
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak Drop Down Desk Secretary Dresser Peter Hvidt 1960
By Peter Hvidt
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
For your consideration is a magnificent, teak drop down desk secretary dresser made in Denmark
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Teak
Geometric Cabinet Bookcase with Drop Down Desk by Johan Tapp for Gumps
By Gumps, Johan Tapp
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Fantastic Art Deco bookcase with hidden drop down desk by Johan Tapp. Completely restored with dark
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Bookcases
Materials
Enamel
Mid-Century Modern Danish Drop Down Desk Dresser Combination
Located in New York, NY
Three lower drawers. Two small drawers in desk section along with pigeonholes.
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks
Antique Georgian Style Drop Down Desk by Henredon Heritage
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original Vintage Condition
Dimensions: 83”H x 34.50"W x 18”D
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century Large Danish 4 Bay Wall Shelves Unit Drop Down Desk Light
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
pieces including 8+ shelves, large and small closed storage and a drop down desk with several additional
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Deco Drop Down Desk with 2 Bookcases
By Gilbert Rohde
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Deco Mid-Century Modern flip down desk with 3 lower drawers and 2 matching bookcases. The shelves
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Oak
19th Century Secretary with Drop Down Desk
Located in North Miami, FL
Gorgeous antique secretary with two drawers and original hardware and skeleton keys.
Category
Antique 19th Century American Secretaires
Materials
Mahogany
Walnut Mid Century Modern Drop Down Desk Secretary
By Harvey Probber, James Mont
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Square and straigh lines Mid Century Danish modern drop down front secretary desk with large Art
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Aluminum
China Cabinet in Teak with Secretary Drop Down Desk Top After Poul Hundevad, 70s
By Poul Hundevad
Located in Deland, FL
as it is beautiful. Featuring a drop-down secretary desk top with functioning lock and skeleton key
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Teak
Antique French Empire Mahogany Secretary Drop Down Desk Abattant
Located in West Hartford, CT
patterns, created by the rich mahogany grain, and a drop down with black leather writing surface. It
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Secretaires
Materials
Granite
Antique 19th Century Dovetail Joints Secretary Drop Front Writing Desk
Located in Southampton, NJ
19th C. Antique American Pine slant top drop down desk with exposed dovetail joinery, generous
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American American Colonial Desks and Writing T...
Materials
Brass
American Indianapolis, Indiana Mahogany Wooton Armoire Desk, circa 1880
By Wooton Desk Co.
Located in Lowestoft, GB
are missing but nothing that detracts from the overall look and fell of the piece.
The drop down desk
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American Desks
Materials
Mahogany
Teak Mid-Century Modern Secretary Desk + Tambour Storage, Made in Denmark
By Bernhard Pedersen
Son
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Pedersen, c. 1960s. This piece boasts tons of delicious design details: upper area has a drop down desk
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood, Teak
19th Century Swedish Painted Desk / Bureau
Located in Doylestown, PA
19th century Swedish painted desk/bureau. The serpentine top over a drop-down desk flanked by six
Category
Antique 19th Century Scandinavian Desks
Materials
Wood
Cees Braakman for Pastoe Birch Desk-Bookshelf
By Pastoe, Cees Braakman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Nice little Secretaire in from the early 1950s by Cees Braakman drop down Desk with adjustable
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Wood
Antique Italian Parquet Style Wood Secretary Desk With Brass Accents
Located in Saddle River, NJ
secretary desk, crafted with intricate parquet wood inlay and accented with brass hardware. The drop-down
Category
Antique Late 18th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Brass
Antique English Mahogany Hepplewhite Tambour Desk Circa 1820
Located in Big Flats, NY
compartments over drop down desk opening to writing surface over two long drawers having bookmatched facing
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Hepplewhite Desks
Materials
Mahogany, Satinwood
Swedish Clock Cabinet
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cabinet with a drop down desk and attached clock. The clock is not in working condition.
Category
Antique 19th Century Desks
Materials
Wood
$10,250
Mid Century Modern Teak Gunnar Nielsen Tibergaard Secretaire Desk Bureau Danish
By Gunnar Nielsen Tibergaard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
on the eye it is a useful piece for working at. Featuring a drop down desk and plenty of storage it
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Teak
Stephen Casey "Remembering Sam Maloof" Craft Secretary Cabinet
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautifully crafted walnut secretary with drop down desk inscribed "Remembering Sam Maloof" by
Category
Early 2000s Desks
Materials
Walnut
Cabinet-Table-Desk British Modern, 1930-1940
By Walter Gropius
Located in Brussels, BE
metal. Very original and rare drop-down desk-cabinet.
Modernism in Britain.
Designer: Unknown.
Brand
Category
Vintage 1930s English Bauhaus Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Wood
Antique American Empire Carved Flame Mahogany Secretary, Bookcase
Desk, C1840
Located in Big Flats, NY
with Drop-Down Desk, Drawers and Raised on Deeply Foliate Carved Legs, C1840
Measures- 82.5''H x 39
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century American Empire Desks
Materials
Mahogany
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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the drop down desk you’re looking for. Each drop down desk for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, hardwood and metal. If you’re shopping for a drop down desk, we have 482 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect drop down desk — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A drop down desk made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made drop down desk over the years, but those crafted by Poul Cadovius, UMS Pastoe and Cees Braakman are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Drop Down Desk?
A drop down desk can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,500, while the lowest priced sells for $325 and the highest can go for as much as $106,893.
Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets for You
Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items.
In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior.
Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time.
Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room.
In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.
A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.
Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.
Questions About Drop Down Desk
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023A drop-front desk is usually called a secretary. Other names for this type of desk include writing cabinet, fall-front desk and secrétaire à abattant. The name secretary can be traced back to the 18th century when estate secretaries used the drop-front desks as workstations for paying bills and reconciling accounts. On 1stDibs, find a range of secretary desks.
- What is a drop arm sofa for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A drop-arm sofa is designed to save space by converting into a comfortable single bed when the arms are dropped. The next morning, returning the arms to their original position turns the bed back into a sofa. Shop a collection of drop arm sofas from sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a drop necklace called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023A drop necklace is sometimes called a lavaliere. This style of necklace features a second chain that hangs down from its center. On some pieces, the hanging chain holds a pendant or features decorative embellishments like beads. Shop a variety of lavaliere necklaces on 1stDibs.
- What is a drop dial clock?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A drop dial clock is similar to a dial clock, but it has a longer drop or extends further from the bottom of the clock to accommodate a longer pendulum. Drop dial clocks also have different gearing than dial clocks, but it's the way the clocks look that most quickly distinguishes them from other clocks. Shop a collection of drop dial clocks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a drop-waist top?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A drop-waist top is a garment worn on the top half of the body. It features a waist seam positioned below the natural waist area and creates the illusion that the wearer has a longer torso. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage and designer tops.
- What is a drop earring called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023A drop earring is usually just called a drop earring. Drop is the term for an earring that hangs below the ear but doesn't swing when you move. A hanging earring that swings is a dangle earring. Some people may add a modifier to the term drop earring, such as a diamond drop or a pearl drop, depending on the materials it features. Explore an assortment of drop earrings on 1stDibs.
- What are geo drop earrings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Geo drop earrings are drop earrings that feature a mix of geometric shapes. For example, the designs may include metal wire bent to resemble a square stacked on top of a triangle, or be set with gemstones cut into different shapes like round and pear. Because they are drop earrings, the jewelry hangs below the ear but remains stationary as you move. Explore a wide range of drop earrings on 1stDibs.
- What is a drop-leaf table?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A drop-leaf table has a fixed section in the center and a hinged section, or leaf, on each side that can be folded down.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023No, drop and dangle earrings are not the same. Although both types of earrings hang below the ear, their designs are different. Dangle earrings swing when you move, while drop earrings remain stationary. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of dangle and drop earrings from some of the world's top dealers.
- What are drop earrings called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023Drop earrings are simply called drop earrings. Although the term is often misapplied, true drop earrings are characterized by a long lean line ending in a pear-shaped stone. Popular in the Art Deco era, the design works well for jewelry lovers who favor a minimalist look. Formal examples with diamonds pair perfectly with a cocktail dress or fancy pantsuit, while gem-set and gold ones make great daytime accessories. Find vintage drop earrings on 1stDibs.
- Why did YSL drop Yves?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Yves portion of Yves Saint Laurent was dropped in 2012, when Hedi Slimane took over as creative director of the fashion house. Slimane wanted to transition the brand into a more youthful image, and rebranded it as Saint Laurent Paris. Shop an array of vintage and contemporary Saint Laurent Paris apparel and accessories from top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023In French, the term for a writing desk that often featured a drop-down writing surface is secretaire. This type of desk is called a secretary desk in English. Simply put, a secretary desk is a multifunctional piece of furniture with a hinged writing surface that folds open or drops down. When the leaf is folded out, small inner storage compartments, which are called pigeonholes, cubbies, recesses or drawers, are revealed. On 1stDibs, shop antique secretary desks from some of the world's top sellers.
- How does a drop leaf table work?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021A drop-leaf table features a fixed section and one or more foldable sections. The well-made hinges hold the fixed and foldable sections and allow the leaves to pop up. These sections are anchored with the help of swing-out legs for secure placement. Find antique and vintage drop-leaf tables on 1stDibs.
- What is a Knole drop-arm sofa?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A Knole drop-arm sofa is a settee developed during the 17th century. It usually has a rectangle back with a decorative wood trim and tall fully upholstered arms positioned at a diagonal. Originally, the sofa served as a royal seat for monarchs. You'll find a variety of Knole sofas on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A drop-waist dress is also called a flapper dress. It is characterized by a low waistband, which falls at the hips, and gives the illusion of lengthening the body. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and designer flapper dresses and gowns from top fashion boutiques around the world.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A drop-leaf table is a type of table that has a fixed portion in the center and foldable portions on either side joined by hinges. These foldable portions can be dropped and closed to save space when the table is not in use. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage drop leaf dining tables.
- How do I date a drop-leaf table?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To date a drop-leaf table, first look for saw marks. If you see straight ones, your table likely dates back to before the early 19th century. Pieces made after should show curved saw marks. A licensed furniture appraiser can assist you with determining an exact date. Find a range of expertly vetted drop-leaf tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Earrings that drop in the back are called front-back earrings. While many feature a drop element in the back, some front-back earrings have different designs. For example, they may feature a stud in the front with a hoop or a dangling element that goes behind the ear. Shop a wide variety of earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Long drop earrings are sometimes called shoulder dusters. To earn the name, earrings must be long enough to brush against the collarbone or shoulder. Dangle earrings may also be referred to as shoulder dusters. The difference between the two is that dangle shoulder dusters swing as you move, while drop shoulder dusters remain stationary due to their designs. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of drop earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023The first drop-leaf tables emerged during the era of the early 17th century. These first pieces usually feature a gate leg that swings out to support the leaf. Drop-leaf tables with side brackets debuted in the early 19th century. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of drop-leaf tables.
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