Tepco Porcelain Enamel & Wood Draw-Leaf Kitchen Table, c.1940s

A mid-century Tepco porcelain enamel-top draw-leaf kitchen table, featuring a cream porcelain enamel steel surface supported by a solid wood base. The table’s two self-storing draw leaves slide smoothly from beneath the top—lift the enamel surface slightly to extend or retract the leaves as desired. A divided center drawer offers storage, and the piece is finished on all sides, allowing for flexible placement.

Produced by the Technical Porcelain and China Ware Company (Tepco) of El Cerrito, California, active circa 1918–1968, this table represents the brand’s commitment to practical, long-lasting domestic design. Known primarily for heavy porcelain and enamelware used in homes, restaurants, and military contracts, Tepco’s enamel-topped furniture is a rare survivor of early modern American kitchen design—valued for its durability and understated style.

Condition:

Very good. Shows scratches, enamel chips, scuffing, and finish wear consistent with age and everyday use. Minor enamel edge losses and surface blemishes visible on the top, along with wear to the wooden legs and apron. Structurally solid, with draw-leaf extensions and divided drawer operating properly.

Dimensions:

• Overall: 30.5" H × 40" W × 35"–45" D
• With Leaves In: 31.25" H × 40" W × 24.75" D
• Apron Height: 24.5"

Bob Ross (6'2") Figure Shown in Photo for Scale

An authentic 1940s Tepco porcelain enamel draw-leaf table, combining industrial enamel craftsmanship with warm solid wood construction. Rare among surviving Tepco pieces, it exemplifies the brand’s blend of function and form—an enduring example of American mid-century kitchen design and a collectible piece of utilitarian history.