Configuration: Showing Array Column While Hiding All Rows

Summary

Is there a way to use array attribute row hiding and hide all rows but still display the column and column header?

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Overview:  My team appreciates the functionality to hide an individual array row value, especially using Ajax.  However, there are use cases where we would like the column to show when all the individual array row values are hidden.  Is there a technique to accomplish this UI experience?

Example:  Start with an array where the Quantity value is hidden unless a user selects a row.  When the array is first rendered, the Quantity column does not display.  When a user selects a row, the Quantity column suddenly appears.  The ideal user experience would be, when the array is first rendered, the Quantity column shows but all row values are hidden.