Details
Description
Huge 98" long John Van Koert for Drexel Profile walnut and pecan Model K44 Extending Dining Table, circa 1950s. The …
Read more
Huge 98" long John Van Koert for Drexel Profile walnut and pecan Model K44 Extending Dining Table, circa 1950s. The rectangular low profile and streamlined table comes with (3) 12" leaves that allow the table to go from 62" to 98" long. This massive, sturdy table extends out with heavy duty rigid metal glides. The table is straight as an arrow with no sags, even when all three leaves are in. Built like a tank but still captivating, minimal and stylish. Each end features a bow-tie style skirt that adds a subtle touch of modern flare. There are no abrupt angles in this substantial Profile table. The tapered legs curve gracefully into the table surface. The sculptured look is emphasized by a gentle curve that joins the top, extending slightly outward on both ends.
Drexel Furniture's "Profile" line was designed by John van Koert and released in mid-1955. van Koert was already well-known at the time for designing Towle's "Contour" line of cutlery, as well as Drexel "Projection." He was also the director of "Design in Scandinavia," a traveling museum exhibition that went around the United States showcasing pieces from 1954-1957 and helped spark the US interest in Danish design. The extensive Profile group has great poise and although contemporary in spirit, is adaptable and answers the demand for furniture that neither fakes the spirit of a past style nor merely expresses a designer's whim.
Please note, the leaves and table sections have varying color tones. The leaves were most likely stored away from light and have a slightly darker tone.
62" - 98" long (total) with leaves x 40 wide x 29.5" H
(3) 12" leaves
See less
- Dimensions
- 98ʺW × 40ʺD × 29.5ʺH
- Table Shape
- Rectangle
- Dining Table Base
- Legs
- Number of Table Leaves
- 3
- Artist
- Drexel
- John Van Koert
- Brand
- Drexel
- John Van Koert
- Designer
- Drexel
- John Van Koert
- Period
- 1950s
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Walnut
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Wear consistent with age and use. VERY VERY VERY GOOD overall condition. Detailed top to bottom. Rigid and sturdy. Table … moreWear consistent with age and use. VERY VERY VERY GOOD overall condition. Detailed top to bottom. Rigid and sturdy. Table opens and closes easily. Only very minor imperfections remain. Leaves and table sections have varying tones of color. less
Questions about the item?
Returns & Cancellations
Return Policy - All sales are final 48 hours after delivery, unless otherwise specified in the description of the product.
Related Collections
- Black Lacquer Dining Tables
- Holly Hunt Dining Tables
- R. J. Horner and Co. Dining Tables
- Glenn of California Dining Tables
- Red Lacquer Dining Tables
- Raffia Dining Tables
- Green Marble Dining Tables
- Folke Ohlsson Dining Tables
- Stickley Brothers Dining Tables
- Richard Schultz Dining Tables
- Bassett Furniture Dining Tables
- Dining Tables in Santa Fe
- Bramin Møbler Dining Tables
- E. Kold Christensen Dining Tables
- MMairo Dining Tables
- Ethan Allen Dining Tables
- Henredon Dining Tables
- Round Dining Tables
- Thomasville Dining Tables
- Drexel Dining Tables
- Pine Dining Tables
- Lane Furniture Dining Tables
- Oval Dining Tables
- Baker Furniture Company Dining Tables
- Drexel Heritage Dining Tables