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Antique Questions Forum / Re: Tiger maple drop leaf table

« on: January 30, 2012, 07:22:43 pm »

Forgive me but I have to ask. When you say 70's and 80's, what century do you mean? 1900's or 1800's?

As far as where the table came from, all I can say for sure is the midwest usa. Illinois, Wisconsin, or Indiana. That's where my parents lived. If I had to guess, it came from a pair of old ladies in the north suburbs of chicago, whom my Dad was a caretaker for. All I remember of them is that they were REALLY old back in the 70's, both widowed and wealthy. Maybe of German decent, or somewere middle european. I was only 10 years old at the time, but I remember they had a heavy accent. I know thier geneology has nothing to do with this table, but that's all I remember.

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Antique Questions Forum / Re: Tiger maple drop leaf table

« on: January 30, 2012, 03:39:05 pm »

Thank you everyone for the great responses. I was confused because someone told me that the barly twist was more an english style and the tiger maple more american. Now I know better.

A couple more questions. Of all the tables I've looked at online, most had 6 legs. Some had 4 legs with a swing out block or other hardware. I didn't come accross any that had only 4 legs-with 2 of them that open. Is this a characteristic that would narrow down the orgin or maker? Is there a name for this type?

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Antique Questions Forum / Re: Two brass containers chained together, not sure what they are.

« on: January 29, 2012, 12:20:08 am »

They are oil cans. I don't think they are supposed to be chained together. They are 2 individual pieces with the chain keeping the cap from getting lost or misplaced.

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Antique Questions Forum / Re: Tiger maple drop leaf table

« on: January 28, 2012, 03:22:01 pm »

A few more pics.

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Antique Questions Forum / Tiger maple drop leaf table

« on: January 28, 2012, 03:06:04 pm »

Hello,
I'm basically an antique noob. Years ago I inherited a variety of antiques. This table being one of them. I've gotten frustrated trying to date or identify it. It seems to have contrasting characteristics. So here I am asking all you experts for help. If anyone has any idea of what this table is all about, please post your thoughts. I'll answer any questions as best I can.
Here's what I know:
It has 4 barley twist legs. 2 of them swing out on a wooden hinge to support the leaves.

The top and sides are 1 piece each. they are only 3/4" thick. You can "feel the grain" by running your hand accross the top. So it's not machined perfecty flat/smooth.

The top is obviously maple, but I'm not sure of the legs and framework. If they're not maple, I'd guess they are pine. There's not much of a visable grain-it's kind of plain.

measurements are 42" X 16" closed and 42" X 41" with leaves open. hieght is 29"

Thanx in advance