Dropleaf table; covered in lightwood veneer; top is oval-shaped when leaves are extended; rectangular center of top has large oval paterae in stylized floral design with eight rays of bell flowers; apron bowed at ends; parameter cross banding frames vine and blossom inlay; one end has drawer; other end flase drawer; case surmounts square tapered legs with black and white archtop string inlay and circle at top with bell flower drop; four legs with molded square cuff and brass collar with casters.
dropleaf tables
veneer
oak (wood)
mahogany (wood)
ink
wax
floral patterns
Table
Table
"335" (paper sticker)
Used At Governor John Langdon House (Portsmouth, N.H.),
Unknown
23 1/8 x 19 3/8 (HxW) (inches)
Bequest of Mrs. Woodbury Langdon
1966.364
Portsmouth (Rockingham county, New Hampshire)
New Hampshire (United States)
Probably England (United Kingdom) [country]
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