Gate-leg Table, 1725-1750

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Artifact Overview

Colonial Americans used gate-leg tables chiefly for dining, but also for working, writing and game playing. These tables -- with their gate-framed legs that swing out to support the table leaves -- came in many sizes. And when not needed, these tables could be easily folded, moved from room to room, or placed against a wall to save space.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Gate-leg table

Date Made

1725-1750

Location

Not on exhibit to the public.

Object ID

30.64.201

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford.

Material

Maple (Wood)
Pine (Wood)

Color

Brown

Dimensions

Height: 27.75 in
Width: 10.75 in
Length: 41.5 in

Gate-leg Table, 1725-1750