Long Work Tables
20th Century Industrial and Work Tables
Wood
Antique 19th Century Country Industrial and Work Tables
Oak
Antique 19th Century Primitive Industrial and Work Tables
Wood, Pine
Antique 19th Century Industrial and Work Tables
Metal
20th Century Industrial Industrial and Work Tables
Iron
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Industrial and Work Tables
Wood
Antique Early 19th Century American Primitive Industrial and Work Tables
Pine, Paint
Antique 19th Century European Primitive Industrial and Work Tables
Wood, Paint
Vintage 1930s American Industrial Industrial and Work Tables
Steel
Antique Late 19th Century French Industrial Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Iron
2010s Indian Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s Indian Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal
2010s Indian Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Copper, Sheet Metal
2010s Indian Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s Indian Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Brass, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s Indian Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Copper, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Brass, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Brass, Sheet Metal
Antique Early 19th Century American Country Industrial and Work Tables
Pine, Paint
2010s Indian Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal
2010s Indian Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Brass, Sheet Metal
2010s Indian Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s Indian Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal
2010s American Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Brass, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Brass, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Brass, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Copper, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Brass, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Brass, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Copper, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal, Brass
2010s American Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Industrial and Work Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s Indian Other Industrial and Work Tables
Sheet Metal, Metal
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Long Work Tables For Sale on 1stDibs
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Finding the Right Industrial and Work Tables for You
From drafting tables to preparation tables to kitchen islands and more, the collection of antique and vintage industrial tables and work tables on 1stDibs features a wide range of robust furnishings that fit seamlessly into modern interiors.
Work tables, just like most tables, have evolved considerably over the years.
More than 1,000 years before iconic American furniture brand Herman Miller would help shape the way we work — and later, how we live at home — monks who lived and worked in medieval-era monasteries stood at what you might call crude writing desks, translating religious texts and copying them by hand.
While those who practiced the art of handwritten letters definitely needed a suitable writing desk, the world wouldn’t see proper roll-top desks and the like until the 19th century. Owing to the work of architects such as Antoni Gaudí, these monastery “desks” were essentially work tables. (Chairs, much less actual desk chairs, weren’t a part of the workspace until the Renaissance.) It was a far cry from the cozy home office that affords many of us the opportunity to work remotely today.
Near the end of the 18th century, the Industrial Revolution brought with it the founding of mills and factories, and hand production methods gave way to machinery and mass production. Factory workers needed sturdy industrial tables to perform tasks that required precision and to support the manufacturing industry. Spare work tables — durable and easy to clean — were constructed of metal and wood and became essential on assembly lines and in packing facilities. Today, industrial-style furniture celebrates the past even as it suggests vigor, productivity and brawn.
Aside from how well antique and vintage industrial tables and work tables will fit in your industrial-style interior — think raw brick walls, exposed steel beams and oak floors — these furnishings have practical uses. They’re a must-have item for a number of creative endeavors: They’re an ideal food-prep surface in your kitchen or an efficient work surface for any kind of hands-on workshop or painting and drawing studio. With some creativity, you can turn a vintage wood industrial table or work table into a desk, dining room table or coffee table.
At 1stDibs, we love the industrial-style furniture trend, and here you can find a wide range of antique and vintage industrial tables and work tables as well as other furnishings that will look wonderful in your heavenly loft space.
- What is a working table?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A working table is, simply put, a table where you can work. It is equipped with drawers and holders to hold implements and materials. It can range from a simple flat surface to complex designs. On 1stDibs, you can find the perfect table for your work purposes.
- How does a table lamp work?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024How a table lamp works begins with its cord, which gets plugged into an electrical outlet that provides a source of energy. Halogen and incandescent bulbs contain filaments. The filament in a bulb is a conductor of electricity. It’s attached to contacts made of metal that are connected to a power supply. This allows for electricity to flow through it. When the electrical current cycles through the filament, this component gets quite hot and emits light. Find a large collection of vintage table lamps on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021An extendable table is a great way to make use of or save space, as you wish. An extendable table is constructed in a way that the tabletop pulls apart to reveal the center layer as a usable, extendable option. Extendable tables mostly include flaps that click in place to keep from collapsing. Find a variety of tables on 1stDibs.
- What is a long table called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A long table is called a console table. With its length and usage, the definition changes. For example, long tables used for a dining area are called Refectory tables. It is used in schools or large dining halls. On 1stDibs, you can find various types of table options to choose from.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022How the impossible floating table works relies on tension. Artisans carefully craft the table using laws of physics. When the top is in precisely the right position, tension forces keep it balanced, so it appears to hover in midair. Shop a variety of tables on 1stDibs.
- How does a drop leaf table work?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021A drop-leaf table features a fixed section and one or more foldable sections. The well-made hinges hold the fixed and foldable sections and allow the leaves to pop up. These sections are anchored with the help of swing-out legs for secure placement. Find antique and vintage drop-leaf tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Many chairs can work with a Tulip table. The Tulip armchair, for example, was part of Eero Saarinen’s Pedestal collection of armless chairs, stools, Tulip side tables and more. The series, produced for Knoll, was a mid-century modernist exercise in simplifying, and Tulip chairs, with their curvy contours, match Tulip side tables and Pedestal dining tables very well. However, you can also try other mid-century modern chairs to see what works best in your space. Shop a collection of mid-century modern dining chairs on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Long skinny tables are generally called console tables. Sometimes they are also referred to as sofa tables and hall tables. They are long, thin, and narrow, and fit nicely behind a sofa or in an entryway. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage long and skinny tables or console tables.
- How long is a German beer table?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023The length of a German beer table varies. However, these long wood and metal dining tables usually seat at least four adults and are generally at least 48 to 50 inches long to accommodate them. On 1stDibs, shop a range of tables from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A long narrow table is called a console table or hall table. It is a taller, narrow piece of furniture placed against a wall preferred for small rooms or hallways. On 1stDibs, you can find an antique or vintage console table of your choosing from different periods and in varying materials.
- How long is a 10-person table?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024How long a 10-person table is depends on its shape. Generally, rectangle and oval dining tables for 10 people are around 108 to 120 inches in length. Round 10-seater tables are usually around 72 inches in diameter, while square tables designed to seat 10 are about 62 inches long. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of dining tables.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Dining tables that seat 8 can range in size but are typically between 72 inches and 96 inches long. Often you can squeeze 10 people with the longer measurements.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The length of a 14-seat dining table varies. Generally, tables that can accommodate 14 people are around 120 inches long. This length allows six people to comfortably sit on each side and two people to occupy the ends. Shop a variety of antique and vintage dining tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A round coffee table usually goes well with a sectional as it is easier to navigate around, especially since surrounded by seating. The circular shape creates extra space and so is especially great with U-shaped sectionals.Casa QuietaFebruary 26, 2021The Pedestal Coffee Table from Casa Quieta is an ideal option for a sectional due to its comfortable composition and size
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