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I got this table from my grandma and I am first wanting to know if anyone knows the name of this type of table and any history behind it. I am wanting to sell it as well and didn't know how much to ask for it.
There are antique Duncan Phyfe tables/furniture but authentic Duncan Phyfe items are rarely seen and, if correctly identified, would be worth several thousand dollars.
I believe your table is a reproduction and would usually be called Duncan Phyfe Style Drop Leaf side/occasional table.
"What is the meaning of Duncan Phyfe?
adjective. Dun·can Phyfe 'd''-k'n-'f'f. : of, relating to, or constituting furniture designed and built by or in the style of Duncan Phyfe."
Perhaps it would help if you read a history about Duncan Phyfe:
www.truelegacyhomes.com/
From Dr. Lori's site:
"Duncan Phyfe furniture was highly collected in the Federal period and later, in the 1930s to the 1950s, too. Reproduction Duncan Phyfe furniture-the furniture your grandmother owned in the era following World War II-has the same stylish and elegant look as the original Duncan Phyfe pieces. These reproductions have held their value well. For example, a vintage dining room set by Duncan Phyfe dating from the early to mid 1900s regularly sell for thousands of dollars."
This table looks very similar. Listed for sale on eBay. You can check for similarities. Listed for sale at $329.95 with no brand name. You can place a 'watch' on this item to see if it sells.
www.ebay.com/
This example is very similar and sold for some price under $800:
www.1stdibs.com/
Very similar table sold for $90 - 01/2022 (incorrectly described as a Federal Style Table).
www.invaluable.com/
This table does not list a sold price, but check the pictures for similarities to your table.
thedesignersconsignment.com/
As you can see; the for sale and sold prices go from low to high, so the only way for you to determine a value is to look at listings and then consider what type of market is your area.
When listing an item, it is best to start at a higher price and show all offers will be considered.
List on several sites:
maybe Craigslist, Facebook Marketplace for sure, and any other sites you choose.
You should leave an item listed for several weeks and if no acceptable offers are received, lower the price and wait again.
I'm trying to figure out the maker mark, on my antique six legged octagon parlor table.
Thank you.
If this table were Mersman it would state so on the bottom of the table. They stamped all their tables with their name on it. I do not see any other marking on the table except the A that you have shown in your picture. I know hat Mersman did not put this on the legs of their tables.
I have this double paw antique quarter sawn tiger oak table wWith 5 leaves and a removable center leg. I've been searching (with no luck) for this table online. I'm not sure if I'm just not entering the correct terms. I'm not sure if the removable leg has a proper name or what the deal is.
I have found many similar to it, and I know it's not a rare piece by any means. So I'm wondering if I'm just not entering the correct terminology for this table. I would like to know the value, if anyone can help me?
I am looking for an estimated value for these 2 wood and marble pillars. They have no name or markings that I can find.
This looks like a very close if not exact match to yours (is it yours?)
www.ebay.com/
If not, you may want to watch this auction to see if they fetch the 495.00 they are asking for it.
The one pictured says it is 20 years old. When I look at yours, I guessed 1980, so I was a little off...although there is no guarantee the seller has the right information.
I do not think these are antiques. There also appears to be some condition issues with the top of yours (or it is not a clear photo). If it is damage, and this person fetches this much, I suggest offering yours for 15-20% less.
Condition is everything in furniture!
Thanks for sharing your neat-o pieces!! They are really regal looking!
I'm led to believe that this table was my great grandmother's. I was wondering if anyone had some insights on the maker, year, value, any information really about this.
It also has 2 leaf inserts. I was thinking of restoring it/refinishing it if anyone has any pointers or tips for this table.
Only markings are the numbers 147 and 7606-45 written on the bottom with black marker
If that is the only marking on this table and there is no other labels at all then it is very hard to identify this table for you. It is best that you see a dealer and show him the table.
Can anyone please tell me what this piece of furniture is called? It has been handed down in the family for nearly a hundred years that we can trace. 
Thank you.
I wanted a wooden table for my kitchen and I found this for 15 dollars. I love it. I'd like to know more about it. There is no tag or maker info. Just a number underneath. 
TIA
This is a great find. It is a drop leaf table. I dont know more about it, but I do know you got your moneys worth.
It is lovely!!! It looks like a 1920s to 1940s Duncan fife STYLE piece (not a real DF--but in the style of). Were I am they sell in $100-$150 range, depending on condition (you may fetch a little more if you have the leaves (if, of course it is a leave style table). Yours has a lovely patina and looks like it is quite sturdy.
The maker could be one of many--like Mersman (the paper tag could have fallen off) or it could have been made for a department store (store brand).
A vintage furniture dealer may recognize it as a specific brand immediately. I know a little about a lot of different furniture, but am not yet at the point where I recognize the hallmarks of each maker (YET--maybe some day!!)
It does have smooth legs with the claw feet...many had more textured legs...so that lends me to think it was a more affordable piece-so maybe a store brand...that is my best guesstimate.
Wishing you many lovely meals at your table! You got a great bargain!!
I acquired this gorgeous table at an estate sale, but cannot seem to locate images online to identify the design style/period. It appears to be a library table? Any help would be greatly appreciated! 
It is hard to tell from the photo if this is a true gothic/renaissance Revival piece, which would be from around the 1850s to 1800's or if it is a reproduction piece.
It is stunning!!
If it is a real piece, it could be quite valuable.
You could try to search Google Images for a matching, piece, but I am doubting you will find one.
You would be best served getting information from the estate sale company you purchased it from or if they are not knowledgeable, a real antique dealer may be able to help you learn more about it.
I tend to agree it is a library table. It is fascinating!!
Please post back if learn more from an antique dealer! Thanks for sharing it!! VERY COOL!!!
This certainly is a fine looking table.
Difficult to determine the size - looks like a library table.
Library tables are usually about 22" - 36" but I have seen some measuring 40" and still called library tables.
I have a table, 6 chairs, and a buffet that my parents bought in the 60s. I remember them saying it was 75 years old then (?). It has a stencil on the buffet and chairs, "No 424 Oak", but no other markings I could find.
They are solid oak with large pediment type legs.
Can anyone identify antique dining table with two extensions? I need help identifying an old table that appears to have had modifications at some time. The only writing I can find is on metal hardware that says "Acme metal sliders" and made in England on the hardware on the legs of which when condensed the legs fold up into table.
Also I tried so hard, but on the bottom on the hardware I think it says something like "vorsch" or versch, but I'm not sure.
I need a little more info to help....so do the skinny legs fold up and those are the extensions?
What does the table look like folded down to its smallest size?
Why is it you think it is a mish-mash of tables?
The underside looks like a 1940s/50s piece--and that jives with Acme being around since the late 1940s.
Maybe with some more info and more photos, I may be able to help more.
It is a pretty piece! Neat center base! Looking for more info. Thanks!
My dad got this at a local thrift store for 20 bucks. I've been scrolling for hours trying to find more information about the age? There are no maker marks. It's oval when the leaves are up. Dining table size. Any information would be wonderful.
He got a good deal. I have seen Mersman tables that look like this for around $200. It might be less if it is a knockoff.
My parents purchased this table 70 years ago from an estate sale. Please help me identify and determine market price.
This is a lovely piece!! Just gorgeous.
My suggestion is to contact the Stickley Museum and see if it is one of theirs:
www.stickleymuseum.com/
It may be which if it is could make it quite valuable. They used brass tags from what I understand, it is is possible their other markings either faded from age or the piece was refinished and covered over. That is just my thought--without seeing it in person or the construction. If I saw it in person, I may think differently--it is hard to judge from pictures.
Even if it turns out to be "generic" or another brand, these pieces still sell way in many parts of the country, in big and hip cities, you could probably fetch (if it is not a Stickley) 200-300 dollars.
To help you describe it, you can use terms like these:
French Style Mahogany Parlour Table
Cabriole Legs
Delicate Cross Stretcher Base
Your cross stretch base may be missing a finial (a little doohickey on top that was decorative--not sure--most tables like this had a finial, but not all).
If it is a Stickley, then I suggest not even trying to sell it yourself, but going with a reputable antique dealer so you get the best value and have the easiest sale. Some Stickley's fetch into the thousands in the right market (usually auctions--NOT ebay, but real, classic high end item auctions).
Post back with an update on your lovely!! Thanks so much for sharing!
Beautiful table.
I believe your parents had excellent taste and you may have a true winner.
Not all furniture has increased in value over the years and most pieces have really hit bottom and are even difficult to sell at even low prices.
Usually, unless you have a really desirable piece, the current value is what someone in your area is willing to pay. Every area has people of all means and desires and most have a large quantity of people who are just not interested in acquiring furniture from the past.
I am a great believer in having 'questionable' furniture appraised and since I live in a medium size city I have to go to online appraisers.
I use many from the following link and have had excellent results. These are true 'big time' appraisers and they are always looking for things to bring to their auctions so they usually furnish lots of information and good advice.
You will need a few more pictures; full side view, full end view, legs, center piece (under table), full top (showing any damage) and your present pictures.
You will need to state measurements and give any information available on provenance; especially city/date where the table was purchased.
This is some trouble but I believe you will receive good information if you will present your pictures/information to several of these appraisal houses.
www.whatsellsbest.com/
If I have something extra special I will send the information to Barneby's but they charge $17 and you may not need this much.
