Mid Century Greaves & Thomas Compact Oval Extending Dining Table

A stylish mid-century oval extending dining table by renowned British furniture manufacturer Greaves & Thomas, featuring elegant tapered legs, a beautifully proportioned oval tabletop and distinctive chrome detailing.

Dating to approximately the 1960s, this attractive dining table combines classic British mid-century design with practical functionality, offering a versatile solution for both compact dining spaces and larger gatherings.

The tabletop features a warm, richly coloured wood-effect Formica surface with attractive linear grain detailing. Its smooth oval profile is complemented by a gently curved apron, finished with a fine chrome-effect trim that runs around the perimeter.

Four elegant tapered wooden legs complete the design, each finished with a small metal foot, adding a subtle decorative touch.

The table incorporates an extending mechanism, allowing it to transition from a compact oval dining table measuring 97 cm wide to a larger dining surface measuring 143 cm wide.

When extended, the additional central section integrates into the tabletop, providing considerably more usable dining space while maintaining the table’s attractive rounded silhouette.

Particularly well suited to smaller homes, London apartments and contemporary interiors, this is an excellent example of functional British mid-century furniture.

Its timeless proportions and understated detailing make it equally suitable for Scandinavian-inspired, retro and modern interiors.

Details

• Manufacturer: Greaves & Thomas
• Period: Mid-century, circa 1960s
• Origin: British
• Style: Mid Century Modern
• Materials: Wood-effect Formica tabletop, timber frame and metal detailing
• Elegant oval tabletop
• Practical extending design
• Integrated central extension section
• Warm wood-effect finish with linear grain
• Decorative chrome-effect trim around the apron
• Four tapered wooden legs
• Metal-capped feet
• Compact proportions when closed
• Suitable for everyday dining and entertaining
• Seats approximately 4–6 people, depending on chair dimensions

Dimensions

Width Extended: 143 cm

Width Closed: 97 cm

Depth: 138 cm

Height: 76 cm

The table extends from 97 cm to 143 cm, providing an additional 46 cm of dining space.

Condition

Good vintage condition, displaying signs of age and previous use consistent with its mid-century origins.

The tabletop retains its attractive warm finish, with visible surface scratches, light scuffs and some variations in sheen.

There are minor marks and wear around the tabletop edges, particularly along the curved perimeter.

The wooden legs display age-related surface marks, scratches and occasional small knocks, with some wear to the original finish.

The decorative metal trim and feet show minor signs of age.

Overall, a presentable vintage dining table retaining its original character and attractive mid-century appearance.

The source lists closed width 97 cm, extended width 143 cm, depth 138 cm and height 76 cm. Please confirm the depth with us before purchasing if fit is critical.

Delivery & Collection

Furniture delivery is available at a flat rate of £70. Collection can be arranged from West Yorkshire. Contact us to confirm timing and access requirements. Visit variusvintage.co.uk for more information.