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18th Century Swedish Period Gustavian Secretary with Library
Located in Wichita, KS
surface. There are three large drawers below the drop-down front desk. The writing surface height is 29.44
Category
Antique 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Secretaires
Materials
Brass
Long CADO Wall Unit 6 Bay
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in Chula Vista, CA
and shelf 16 3/4" H x 14 3/4" D
Cabinet with drop down door (desk/bar) 16 3/4" x 14 3/4" D
Cabinet
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
1950s Industrial Cast Iron Teak Operating Surgical Dining Table by Thackray, UK
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
from standard dining height to fully extended at desk standing height by pumping the foot pedal
Category
Mid-20th Century British Industrial Dining Room Tables
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
Walnut
Polished Aluminum Room Divider
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Hanover, MA
grass cloth doors, two single drawer cases and one case with drop-down secretary desk or cocktail bar
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Aluminum
Borge Mogensen Teak Bureau
By Børge Mogensen
Located in London, GB
clean lines, high-quality materials, and practical design.
The upper section opens to reveal a drop
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Teak
Sculptural Cerused-Oak Sideboard attributed to Maxime Old
By Maxime Old
Located in New York, NY
console that can open into a dining table, or leather covered wall panels that could drop down to form a
Category
20th Century French Modern Sideboards
Antique Mahogany Drop-Down Desk with Claw Feet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Mahogany, Brass Pulls & Hardware
Condition: Original Vintage Condition
Category
Vintage 1950s American Chippendale Desks
Materials
Brass
Hans Wegner Model Ry 100 Wall Unit / Room Divider Shelving with Drop Down Desk
By Hans J. Wegner, Ry Møbler
Located in Chicago, IL
drop-down desk with cabinet, and removable steel dividers on the bottom shelf. Feet are adjustable
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Three-Door Chest and Drop Down Desk
By Usm Haller
Located in Tulsa, OK
Haller storage system with drop down doors by USM. This modular storage system is lovely to use as
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Cabinets
Materials
Steel, Chrome
Mid Century Paul McCobb Drop Lid Desk with Storage Cabinet, 1950s
By Paul McCobb
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Very cool Paul McCobb for Planner Group drop lid desk with bottom storage. In original condition
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Maple
19th Century Chinese Drop Front Desk
Located in Rio Vista, CA
19th century Chinese drop front desk made of Asian hardwood with a high relief carved case and
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Desks
Mid-Century Drop-Leaf Slant Front Pine Secretary Desk
Located in Germantown, MD
A midcentury drop-leaf slant front pine secretary desk in very good vintage condition.
This
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Hardwood, Pine
Cees Braakman Secretaire for Pastoe, 1953
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Cees Braakman 'combex series' birch secretaire for Pastoe. Lightly refinished with drop
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
19th Century British Colonial Rosewood Campaign Desk
Located in Port Jervis, NY
two configuration for more storage. Hinges on drop down desk have been replaced. All inquiries please
Category
Antique 1870s English British Colonial Desks
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Secretaire Bureau by Gunnar Nielsen Tibergaard Desk Danish
By Gunnar Nielsen Tibergaard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
the eye it is a useful piece for working at. Featuring a drop down desk and plenty of storage it would
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Teak
Italian Louis XV Style Folding Secretaire Desk with One Drawer, 1950
Located in Miami, FL
, elegant shields / pulls with two drawers and drop-down desk revealing interior compartments and drawers
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Louis XV Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
Wall-Mounted Drop-Front Desk by A.A. Patijn
By Abraham A. Patijn
Located in Dronten, NL
Dutch modern wall-mounted cabinet in European walnut designed by A.A. Patijn.
Drop down desk with
Category
Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Glass, Walnut
Danish Teak Secretary Desk and Cabinet by Peter Hvidt
Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
By Peter Hvidt, Soborg Mobler, Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Littleton, CO
drop-down desk top reveals two pull-out paper trays. Multiple drawers below.
The exquisite
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Desks
Materials
Teak
Louis XIV Style Secretary Desk
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Louis XIV style secretary desk with two shelves on top and a drop down desk over one drawer.
Category
20th Century American Louis XIV Secretaires
Materials
Mahogany
French Art Deco Two-Tiered Secretary or Desk signed Emile Jacquemin
Located in Miami, FL
activity until 1985.
Measures: 48 1/4" W x 51 1/4"H x 15" D
height under the abattant or drop down desk
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Walnut
19th Century French Oak Inlaid Marble Top Drop Front Secretary Desk
Located in Burton, TX
Found in the South of France, this 19th Century French Drop Front Secretary Desk features a marble
Category
Antique 19th Century French Secretaires
Materials
Marble, Brass
Burl Maple Chest of Drawers
Located in Culver City, CA
Beautiful Chest with drop down desk
Category
Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Burl
R
Y Augousti Secrétaire Desk in Cream Shagreen
By R
Y Augousti
Located in Denton, TX
. Features Mahogany veneer drop down desk top, lock with key, six interior drawers. Desktop height: 30".
Category
20th Century Philippine Modern Secretaires
Materials
Iron
19th Century French Louis Philippe Marble Top Secretary
Located in Dallas, TX
below the drop-down desk ~ which open to reveal storage and another hidden drawer ~ combine to create
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Marble
Paul McCobb Secretary Desk for Winchendon Furniture Company, circa 1950s
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Furniture Company exemplifies just that - a drop down desk surface for getting your work done, three storage
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Desks
Materials
Grasscloth, Birch
Mid Century Modern Compact Drop Down Secretary Desk . Circa 1960s
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Mid Century Modern Compact Drop Down Secretary Desk . Circa 1960s
Features a sleek Mid
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Mid Century Danish Modern Wall Unit or Shelving Unit in Rosewood with Desk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
cabinets, shelves and drop down desk. Tons of storage. In very well cared for condition throughout the
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves
Materials
Wood, Rosewood
Burl Wood Chest of Drawers
Located in Culver City, CA
Burl maple chest, with ebonized moulding.
Upper drawers hide a drop down desk with original
Category
Antique 19th Century French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Burl, Leather, Maple, Wood
Delightful Antique Drop Front Bureau Desk with Soft Gray Paint
Located in Round Top, TX
One can imagine this secretary or drop front desk gracing a European lady's country home in the
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Secretaires
Antique Arts
Crafts Globe Wernike School Oak Stack Bookcase with Desk C1910
By Globe Wernicke
Located in Big Flats, NY
secretary section having drop-down desk), raised on ogee base, maker labels as photographed, c1910
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Materials
Oak, Glass
Flame Mahogany Breakfront China Cabinet Bookcase Secretary Desk
Located in West Hartford, CT
open to three shelves with grooves to display china. Bottom part has drop down butler's desk having a
Category
Vintage 1940s American George III Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Mahogany
Danish Rosewood Bookcase in Three Sections
Located in Dallas, TX
in 6 sections. There is plenty of storage, a drop down desk and all shelves are adjustable.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rosewood
Mid-Century Modern Scandinavian Danish Rosewood Wall Unit Shelving Bookcase, 60s
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
. Includes drop down desk with key. In excellent condition. Dimensions: 158" W x 19.5" D x 73" H.
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Rosewood
Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Bar, Denmark, circa 1950s
By Hvidt
Mølgaard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Featuring a drop down desk or bar, three smaller drawers over two large drawers. Distinctive finger
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dry Bars
Materials
Teak
Midcentury Dark Mahogany Desk/Liquor Cabinet
Located in Troy, MI
secretary desk. Covered in dark mahogany veneer with brass hardware, this cabinet features a drop down desk
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Vintage Drexel "Kensington" Faux Bamboo Wall Unit
By Drexel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, (three) drawers, and drop-down desk or writing surface. Please confirm item location (NY or NJ) with
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Chinoiserie Decorated Ebonized, Gilt,
Red Lacquered Secretary Desk
Located in Big Flats, NY
gilt decoration and with storage drawers and pigeon holes over drop down desk; lower case with two
Category
20th Century Chinoiserie Secretaires
Materials
Wood
Pair of Architectural Danish Hanging Cabinets in Oak
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dronten, NL
elegant drawers and two shelves. Total width 180 cm.
Can be used as hanging secretaire/drop down desk
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Danish Rosewood Secretary, C1970
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Simple and elegant secretary desk with 4 drawers below the drop down desk lid. Desk opens to reveal
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Secretaires
Materials
Birch, Rosewood
French 19th C. Table w/ Unusual
Creative Drop Down Storage-Great for Crafting
Located in Atlanta, GA
carpenter's folly; this piece is sized such as an end or side table, but has a drop/roll down storage
Category
Antique 19th Century French Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Wood
WeBe 2 Section Shelving Unit by Louis Van Teeffelen
By Louis Van Teeffelen, WéBé
Located in Los Angeles, CA
shelving (8.8" and 12.75" deep) with drop-down desk and storage cabinet with ribbed glass door. In original
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Brass
Antique Country French Drop-Front Secretary
Located in Dallas, TX
full-width drawers as well as an upper section that features a slant-front, drop down desk surface that
Category
Early 20th Century French French Provincial Secretaires
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Bookcase by Carlo Jensen for Hundevad
By Carlo Jensen
Located in San Antonio, TX
Mid-century Danish bookcase in teak by Carlo Jensen for Hundevad features a bookcase with drop desk
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Teak
Antique Arts
Crafts Mission Oak Stack Barrister Secretary Bookcase, c1910
By Globe Wernicke
Located in Big Flats, NY
oak construction with four stacks (three bookcase stacks and one drop-down desk stack), each having
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Materials
Oak, Glass
Modular Shelving Unit by Michel Ducaroy
By Michel Ducaroy
Located in Stratford, CT
configuration. Two cabinets are drop-down desk pieces and one has double doors; the shelves can be installed
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Aluminum
Poul Cadovius Danish Teak Royal System Freestanding Cado Wall Unit
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Peabody, MA
door front cabinets with drop-down desk or serving surfaces, a three-drawer cabinet, and eleven book
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves and Wall Cabinets
Materials
Teak
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Chest of Drawers with Fall-Front Top Drawer
Located in Charleston, SC
Gustavian chest of drawers a fall front top drawer. Top drawer converts to a desk with drop-down
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
Mahogany Cabinet Covered with Nordens Flora Illustrated Paper
Located in Madrid, ES
Mahogany veneered cabinet from the 1940s, inside drop down desk and drawers made of Masur Birch
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
Materials
Birch, Mahogany
Paul McCobb Planner Group Midcentury Modern Secretary Desk with Grasscloth Doors
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in Decatur, GA
Stellar Paul McCobb model 1564-b drop down desk with moss green grasscloth sliding doors, circa
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Secretaires
Materials
Brass
Antique Arts &Crafts Five-Stack Oak Barrister Bookcase Secretary C1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
doors and a single stack having a drop down desk opening to reveal storage compartments; base with
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Oak
Antique Arts
Crafts Globe Wernicke Oak Barrister Secretary Bookcase c1910
By Globe Wernicke
Located in Big Flats, NY
construction with upper stack having drop down desk opening to interior with storage compartments, over two
Category
Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Oak
Chinoiserie Style Carved Black Lacquer Secretary Desk, Bookcase, Cabinet
Located in Plainview, NY
detail decorated door. The cabinet is setting on a drop down desk that reveals a two inside small drawers
Category
20th Century Chinoiserie Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Poul Nørreklit Wall Unit in Plexiglass / Lucite and Rosewood, Denmark, 1960s
By George Peterson, Poul Nørreklit
Located in Buffalo, NY
functional storage system consisting of drop down desk, five shelves, cube with 3 drawers, single drawer unit
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Aluminum
Black Lacquer Chinoiserie Secretary Bookcase
Located in Rio Vista, CA
and a locking concave glass door with fine gilt crosshatch detail in the glass. Below is a drop down
Category
20th Century American Chinoiserie Secretaires
Materials
Brass
Outstanding Early George Nelson C S S, , 4-Bay Wall System, Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Buffalo, NY
Miller..4 bAYS consisting of 10 Shelves,,1 tilting book holder....Drop Down Desk with drawers and cubbies
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Large Four Bay George Nelson Omni System
By George Nelson, Structural Products Inc.
Located in Dallas, TX
cabinets with sliding glass doors, one cabinet with three drawers each, one cabinet with a drop down desk
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Metal
Danish Teak Wall-Mounted Shelving Unit by Poul Cadovius (Cado)
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Peabody, MA
cabinet with drop-down desk surface and interior storage for folders, a cabinet with sliding teak doors
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Shelves
Materials
Teak, Glass
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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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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