My guess would be solidly built, but veneer, at least on top. If you go to see it, look underneath. Lol, I sound like my dad--I know you'll do that, but I have to remind you anyway. ;)

If you want to check it out before investing time in a trip, ask if they will email pics of underside. I couldn't find pics of a table with that exact leg configuration, doing a google search--no ideas on age or value.

So, you don't think that the parquet could be solid? How would the underside look like if it's veneer vs hardwood?

Parquet pattern would be apparent? Unless solid parquet pieces were laid on a backer board of some kind for support--which makes more sense now that I think about it.

I googled 'how to make a parquet table', and found a q/a, which answers my question. :[

Edited to add: I have several cutting boards that are made of smaller solid pieces glued together, but in large format such as a table, I suppose that would be unstable.

Here is a link that might be useful: WoodNet forum

This post was edited by mama_goose on Wed, Jun 12, 13 at 18:09

I think parquet has to be a veneer, but it can be a really thick veneer. Sort of how hardwood flooring is veneered onto a subfloor.

This table looks like it has solid wood along the edges, which is really veneer's main weakness. And the top looks pretty good. The legs look solid and have a 1920s-30s vibe. I don't think the veneer would give you any trouble, and since it's a tiny bit "antiqued" (it's miles from "distressed"), a little ding here and there won't diminish it. I bet that table wears like a tank.

If the size and look is right, I would totally check that thing out. Good table (or it photographs like one) !

Looks like it's in an antique shop (due to the extra staged junk in the photos) so it won't be awkward.

Its Century Furniture and Century is a post-war company so this table is vintage, at best. Probably 1960s- early 1980s.

The top is most likely veneer, but so is the top of most dining tables of this sort so that's not a big deal. The top doesn't look like it is pristine condition, I would probably want it refinished which increases the price for the finished piece dramatically.

If you like it just as is it's probably a good price: Century is decent furniture. If you don't like it just as is and had it refinished you would have a good table but not a bargain table.

Thanks for everybody's feedback. It can't be taken apart, so I'm not sure how to transport it. I'm sure they'd accept a lower offer, but I'm not in love, so will pass.