Title: Restored Mid-Century Modern Space Saver Minimalist Hide Away Dropleaf Table w/ 4 Hidden Folding Chairs, Romania, c. 1960's
About: This ingenious Mid-Century Modern space-saver dropleaf table with four hidden folding chairs is a masterpiece of compact, multifunctional design from the 1960s. Crafted in rich walnut, the table features a sleek, minimalist rectangular top that extends via a smooth dropleaf mechanism to create a generous dining surface. When closed, the piece transforms into a slim console or side table, with the four matching folding chairs cleverly stored inside the base behind elegant slatted tambour doors.
The chairs are lightweight yet sturdy, with slatted walnut seats and backs that fold flat for easy storage. The entire unit sits on discreet casters, allowing effortless mobility around the home. This Romanian-made set perfectly embodies the era’s focus on practical, space-efficient furniture that doesn’t sacrifice style or quality.
Ideal for small apartments, dining nooks, or modern homes where flexibility is key, this hide-away table and chair set offers a complete dining solution that disappears when not in use. Whether fully extended for entertaining or neatly tucked away, it delivers exceptional form and function in true mid-century spirit.
A rare and highly functional example of 1960s minimalist design — the ultimate space-saving dining set.
Origin: Romania
Proof: Signed
Period: 1960s
Material: Walnut | Brass
State: Full Restoration
Condition Details: This versatile drop-leaf table has recently undergone a comprehensive restoration process. With that said the set still shows some minor signs of wear such as a veneer repair, a crack repair as well as a few scratches too deep to be sanded out (all shown in the detail photos provided). However the wood is in overall very good condition replete with exquisite woodgrains that are accentuated by the new coat of clearcoat applied.
All four chairs easily fold and stow with ease and are structurally sound and weight bearing. The tambor door and single drawer open and close with ease as do the two extension leaves which extend the table to a total width of 62" and condensing down to a mind-bending 12.5" in width when fully folded. The original castors have been tuned up and roll without noise or issue.
This dining set is incredibly functional, structurally sound and ready for a literal lifetime more of use thanks to it's recent restoration process. Please view all photos and natural light video provided for details on this set's current condition. We're limited on the amount of media we can post so additional photos and videos are available upon request.
Style: Mid-Century Modern | Scandinavian Modern
SKU: AM02705
---Dimensions---
Extended Width: 62 in / 157.48 cm
Width: 12.5 in / 31.75 cm
Depth: 34 in / 86.36 cm
Height: 29 in / 73.66 cm
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