Chippendale Style Dining Set (Extension Dining Table and Matching Chairs)
Table and Seating (Dining Room Set) · Traditional / Chippendale Revival (Late 20th Century) · Unidentified mid-tier American or Asian manufacturer producing traditional revival dining sets
Type
Table and Seating (Dining Room Set)
Style Period
Traditional / Chippendale Revival (Late 20th Century)
Material
Mahogany veneer over solid wood substrates with fabric upholstery and brass accents
Age Estimate
Circa 1980-2000 (Late 20th Century)
Dimensions
Table: Height 30 inches, Width 42-60 inches, Length 72-96 inches with leaves; Chairs: Standard dining height approximately 38 inches high
Origin
Likely manufactured in Asia or the United States for the domestic retail market
Designer/Maker
Unidentified mid-tier American or Asian manufacturer producing traditional revival dining sets
Value Estimate
Pre-owned market value range between 800 and 1,500 USD depending on regional demand and completeness of the set
Description
An elegant traditional dining room set featuring a large rectangular extension table with a heavily carved pedestal base and a suite of Chippendale-inspired dining chairs with pierced splat backs. The set showcases a deep reddish-brown mahogany finish, highly reflective gloss surface, and contrasting off-white upholstered seats.
Key Features
Pierced ribbon-back chairs, ball-and-claw footed cabriole legs, double pedestal table base with carved reeding, high-gloss mahogany finish
Color & Finish
Rich reddish-brown mahogany stain with a high-gloss lacquer and varnish clear topcoat
Construction Method
Factory-made commercial furniture utilizing modern woodworking machinery and traditional joinery styling
Joinery & Craftsmanship
Dowel and mortise-and-tenon construction typical of mid-to-late 20th-century mass production styled after antiques
Wood Grain & Species
Straight grain mahogany with decorative banded veneer inlay on the table top perimeter
Surface Treatment
High-gloss protective lacquer finish with carved wooden details on the chair splats and table pedestal
Upholstery Details
Off-white textured jacquard fabric over firm foam padding with square edge cushion design
Hardware & Fittings
Brass-capped sabots on the central pedestal feet; mechanical extension slides concealed beneath the table top
Origin & Provenance
Likely manufactured in Asia or the United States for the domestic retail market
Condition Notes
Very Good condition with minor surface wear consistent with light use; finish remains intact and structurally sound
Interesting Facts
The Chippendale style originates from 18th-century cabinetmaker Thomas Chippendale, whose designs famously blended Gothic, Rococo, and Chinese influences
Cultural Significance
Represents the enduring popularity of formal, traditional dining aesthetics in suburban American homes during the late 20th century
Similar Pieces
Duncan Phyfe dining sets or Queen Anne revival dining sets; distinguished primarily by the specific chair splat design and leg carving
Care & Maintenance
Dust regularly with a soft, dry cloth; avoid direct sunlight and excessive humidity; use coasters and placemats to protect the high-gloss lacquer surface
Value Estimate
Pre-owned market value range between 800 and 1,500 USD depending on regional demand and completeness of the set
Sustainability Notes
High durability and longevity of solid-wood-based construction promotes reuse and circular economy through the secondary furniture market