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Single Minimalistic Heavy Polished Aluminum Table or Desk Base
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Single minimalistic heavy polished aluminum table or desk base. Add your own wood or stone top to
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Vintage 1970s American International Style Dining Room Tables

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Aluminum

Single Minimalistic Heavy Polished Aluminum Table or Desk Base
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Single minimalistic heavy polished aluminum table or desk base. Add your own wood or marble top to
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Vintage 1970s American International Style Dining Room Tables

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Aluminum

Single Minimalistic Heavy Polished Aluminum Table or Desk Base
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Single minimalistic heavy polished aluminum table or desk base. Add your own wood or marble top to
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Vintage 1970s American International Style Dining Room Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Bondi Dining Table by Domkapa
Located in Geneve, CH
celebrate summer with comfort and style with Bondi Dining Table. This minimalistic design with a black
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2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Dining Room Tables

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Stainless Steel

Bondi Dining Table by Domkapa
Bondi Dining Table by Domkapa
H 30.71 in W 70.87 in D 35.44 in
Large Bondi Dining Table by Domkapa
Located in Geneve, CH
family and celebrate summer with comfort and style with Bondi Dining Table. This minimalistic design with
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2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Dining Room Tables

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Stainless Steel

Large Bondi Dining Table by Domkapa
Large Bondi Dining Table by Domkapa
H 30.71 in W 86.62 in D 47.25 in
Customizable Dining Table TEN 200, Natural Oak
By DK3
Located in Paris, FR
ideas on large dining tables, such as highlighting the natural beauty of wood in a minimalistic way.
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Oak

Customizable Dining Table TEN 200, Natural Oak
Customizable Dining Table TEN 200, Natural Oak
H 29.14 in W 78.75 in D 37.41 in
Customizable Dining Table TEN 240, Natural Oak
By DK3
Located in Paris, FR
dining tables, such as highlighting the natural beauty of wood in a minimalistic way.  
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Customizable Dining Table TEN 240, Natural Oak
Customizable Dining Table TEN 240, Natural Oak
H 29.14 in W 94.49 in D 41.34 in
Customizable Dining Table TEN 270, Natural Oak
By DK3
Located in Paris, FR
TEN dining table, rectangular, 270cm Solid wood tabletop and legs. Handmade in Denmark. Measure
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Oak

Customizable Dining Table TEN 270, Natural Oak
Customizable Dining Table TEN 270, Natural Oak
H 29.14 in W 106.3 in D 41.34 in
Customizable Dining Table TEN 340, Natural Oak
By DK3
Located in Paris, FR
TEN dining table, rectangular, 340cm Solid wood tabletop and legs. Handmade in Denmark. Height: 72
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Customizable Dining Table TEN 340, Natural Oak
Customizable Dining Table TEN 340, Natural Oak
H 29.14 in W 133.86 in D 41.34 in
Customizable Dining Table TEN 400, Natural Oak
By DK3
Located in Paris, FR
TEN dining table, rectangular, 400cm Solid wood tabletop and legs. Handmade in Denmark
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Customizable Dining Table TEN 400, Natural Oak
Customizable Dining Table TEN 400, Natural Oak
H 29.14 in W 157.49 in D 41.34 in
Customizable Dining Table TEN 300, Natural Oak
By DK3
Located in Paris, FR
ideas on large dining tables, such as highlighting the natural beauty of wood in a minimalistic way.
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Customizable Dining Table TEN 300, Natural Oak
Customizable Dining Table TEN 300, Natural Oak
H 29.14 in W 118.12 in D 41.34 in
Customizable Dining Table TEN 370, Natural Oak
By DK3
Located in Paris, FR
ideas on large dining tables, such as highlighting the natural beauty of wood in a minimalistic way.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Customizable Dining Table TEN 370, Natural Oak
Customizable Dining Table TEN 370, Natural Oak
H 29.14 in W 145.67 in D 41.34 in
Scandinavian Designer Black Wood Oval Dining Table
Located in Paris, FR
This dining table combines the smooth top oval shape with wooden slats on the asymmetrical feet
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Birch

Scandinavian Modern Black Metal Vintage Dining Table Center Table, 1960s
Located in Vienna, AT
Scandinavian Modern black vintage dining table or center table, which shows a hair pin metal base
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Metal

Joaquim Tenreiro round dining table Brazil 1960
By Joaquim Tenreiro
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Beautiful and super rare round dining table by Joaquim Tenreiro, Brazil 1960. The precision and
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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Glass, Rosewood

Ban Transparent Dining Table by Autonomous Furniture
By Autonomous Furniture, Kirk Van Ludwig
Located in Victoria, BC
dining table is a testament to our commitment to disrupting the modern home with our dramatically
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2010s Canadian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Acrylic, Ash, Oak, Walnut

Angelo Mangiarotti M1T70 Dining Table Skipper Italy 1969
By Angelo Mangiarotti, Skipper
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Fantastic M1 T70 marble dining table designed by Angelo Mangiarotti and manufactured by Skipper
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Vintage 1960s Dining Room Tables

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Carrara Marble

New Wave Dining Table by Studio Lukas Cober
By Lukas Cober
Located in Antwerpen, BE
The New Wave Dining Table by STUDIO LUKAS COBER. The New Wave collection illustrates his
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Dining Room Tables

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Resin, Fiberglass

New Wave Dining Table by Studio Lukas Cober
New Wave Dining Table by Studio Lukas Cober
H 29.53 in W 39.38 in D 98.43 in
Cast Solid Brass Dining Table With Glass Top
By Ginger & Jagger
Located in New York, NY
Eternalized rosebush branches, molded in brass casting, give a perennial feel to this elegant table
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2010s Portuguese Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

Cast Solid Brass Dining Table With Glass Top
Cast Solid Brass Dining Table With Glass Top
H 28.75 in W 47.25 in D 47.25 in
Scandinavian Designer Natural Wood Small Size Dining Table
Located in Paris, FR
is different, giving the table a different look on each side. It’s minimalistic elegance contrasts
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Birch

Cassina Dining Table 'Capri' in Black Metal and Glass
By Cassina
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Cassina, 'Capri' dining table, glass, lacquered metal, Italy, 1970s.  This eccentric dining table
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Metal

Contemporary Dining Table 'Plush' by Dk3, Light Oak, 370
By DK3
Located in Paris, FR
PLUSH dining table, oval, 370 cm. Solid wood table top and legs. Handmade in Denmark. Signed by
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Oak, Walnut

Contemporary Dining Table 'Plush' by Dk3, Light Oak, 200
By DK3
Located in Paris, FR
PLUSH dining table, oval, 200 cm. Solid wood table top and legs. Handmade in Denmark. Signed by
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Customizable Dining Table TEN 300, Smoked Oak or Walnut
By DK3
Located in Paris, FR
TEN dining table, rectangular, 300cm Solid wood tabletop and legs Height: 72 or 74 cm Tabletop
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Walnut, Oak

Customizable Dining Table TEN 240, Smoked Oak or Walnut
By DK3
Located in Paris, FR
TEN dining table, rectangular, 240cm Solid wood tabletop and legs Height: 72 or 74 cm
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Customizable Dining Table TEN 200, Smoked Oak or Walnut
By DK3
Located in Paris, FR
TEN dining table, rectangular, 200cm. Solid wood tabletop and legs. Handmade in Denmark. Height
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Walnut, Oak

Contemporary Dining Table 'Plush' by Dk3, Oak, 240 cm
By DK3
Located in Paris, FR
PLUSH dining table, oval, 240 cm. Color: Light Oak Solid wood table top and legs. Handmade in
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Oak, Walnut

Angelo Mangiarotti Calacatta Marble Round Oversize Dining Table, 1970s
By Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Angelo Mangiarotti Calacatta Marble Round Oversize Dining Table from the 1970s is a stunning
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Marble

Customizable Dining Table TEN 270, Smoked Oak or Walnut
By DK3
Located in Paris, FR
TEN dining table, rectangular, 270cm Solid wood tabletop and legs Height: 72 or 74 cm
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Customizable Dining Table TEN 400, Smoked Oak or Walnut
By DK3
Located in Paris, FR
TEN dining table, rectangular, 400cm Solid wood tabletop and legs Height: 72 or 74 cm
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Customizable Round Dining Table TEN 150, More Wood Finishes
By DK3
Located in Paris, FR
Jacob Plejdrup's basic ideas on large dining tables, such as highlighting the natural beauty of wood in
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Customizable Dining Table TEN 340, Smoked Oak or Walnut
By DK3
Located in Paris, FR
ideas on large dining tables, such as highlighting the natural beauty of wood in a minimalistic way.  
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Walnut, Oak

Customizable Round Dining Table TEN 140, More Wood Finishes
By DK3
Located in Paris, FR
, is perfectly merged with Jacob Plejdrup's basic ideas on large dining tables, such as highlighting
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Customizable Round Dining Table TEN 160, More Wood Finishes
By DK3
Located in Paris, FR
, is perfectly merged with Jacob Plejdrup's basic ideas on large dining tables, such as highlighting
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Customizable Round Dining Table TEN 130, More Wood Finishes
By DK3
Located in Paris, FR
Jacob Plejdrup's basic ideas on large dining tables, such as highlighting the natural beauty of wood in
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Customizable Round Dining Table TEN 120, More Wood Finishes
By DK3
Located in Paris, FR
, is perfectly merged with Jacob Plejdrup's basic ideas on large dining tables, such as highlighting
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Customizable Dining Table TEN 370, Smoked Oak or Walnut
By DK3
Located in Paris, FR
TEN dining table, rectangular, 370cm Solid wood tabletop and legs Height: 72 or 74 cm
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Space Age Chromed Metal Vintage Dining Table or Writing Table, 1960s, Germany
Located in Vienna, AT
A space age chromed metal vintage dining table or writing table, which was designed and
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Vintage 1960s German Space Age Dining Room Tables

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Metal

Extendable Teak Dining Table by Henning Kjaernulf, Denmark, 1960s
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Hellouw, NL
Nice extendable teak dining table by Henning Kjaernulr for Vejle Stole & Mobelfabrik, Denmark
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Teak

Mid Century Italian Dining Table by Carlo de Carli
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
DINING TABLE BY CARLO DE CARLI An extremely rare Macassar ebony extending table by Italian
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Ebony

Luigi Saccardo ufo dining table for Arrmet Italy 1972
By Luigi Saccardo
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Great minimalistic round UFO dining table designed by Luigi Saccardo and manufactured by Arrmet in
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Stainless Steel

Round Dining Table 'Plush' by Dk3, Natural Oak, 150 cm
By DK3
Located in Paris, FR
PLUSH dining table, round, 150 cm. Solid wood table top and legs. Handmade in Denmark. Signed by
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Oak, Walnut

Mid Century Modern Founders Wood Desk Dining Table with Laminate Wood Table Top
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
full solid wood construction, a minimalistic design, and a laminate wood finish on the table top. This
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood

Round Dining Table 'Plush' by Dk3, Natural Oak, 140 cm
By DK3
Located in Paris, FR
PLUSH dining table, round, 140 cm. Solid wood table top and legs. Handmade in Denmark. Signed by
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Contemporary Dining Table 'Plush' by Dk3, Light Oak, 370, Rectangular
By DK3
Located in Paris, FR
PLUSH dining table, rectangular table top, 370 cm. Solid wood table top and legs. Handmade in
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Round Dining Table 'Plush' by Dk3, Natural Oak, 160 cm
By DK3
Located in Paris, FR
PLUSH dining table, round, 160 cm. Solid wood table top and legs. Handmade in Denmark. Signed by
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Oak, Walnut

Dutch Cabinetmaker Folding Dining Table by De Volharding, Netherlands 1950s
Located in Utrecht, NL
shapes, and a focus on the natural beauty of the wood, as seen with this dining table. Furthermore
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood

Handmade Thea Dining Table, Extendable Ø130cm - Oak - by BACD studio
By BACD Studio
Located in Værløse, DK
Enhance your dining experience with the Thea dining table, a timeless wooden table that will become
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2010s Danish Modern Dining Room Tables

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Hardwood, Oak, Lacquer

Ico Parisi dining table model 754/2 Cassina Italy 1959
By Ico Parisi, Cassina
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
This is for a rare model 574/2 dining table designed by Ico Parisi and manufactured by Figli di
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Velvet, Glass, Rosewood

Bacco Glass Dining Table, Designed by M. U., Made in Italy
By M.U.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The glass table Bacco is composed of a top available in transparent, extra clear or smoked glass
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2010s Italian Dining Room Tables

Materials

Glass

Poul Kjaerholm PK40 dining table E Kold Christensen Denmark 1979
By Poul Kjærholm
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
his is for an ultra-rare model PK40 dining table one of the last designs by the hand of Poul
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Steel

Contemporary Dining Table 'Plush' by Dk3, Smoked Oak or Walnut, 400
By DK3
Located in Paris, FR
PLUSH dining table, oval, 400 cm. Solid wood table top and legs. Handmade in Denmark. Signed by
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Contemporary Dining Table 'Plush' by Dk3, Smoked Oak or Walnut, 370
By DK3
Located in Paris, FR
PLUSH dining table, oval, 370 cm. Solid wood table top and legs. Handmade in Denmark. Signed by
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Contemporary Dining Table 'Plush' by Dk3, Smoked Oak or Walnut, 240
By DK3
Located in Paris, FR
PLUSH dining table, oval, 240 cm. Solid wood table top and legs. Handmade in Denmark. Signed by
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Contemporary Dining Table 'Plush' by Dk3, Smoked Oak or Walnut, 340
By DK3
Located in Paris, FR
PLUSH dining table, oval, 340 cm. Solid wood table top and legs. Handmade in Denmark. Signed by
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Contemporary Dining Table 'Plush' by Dk3, Smoked Oak or Walnut, 300
By DK3
Located in Paris, FR
PLUSH dining table, oval, 300 cm. Solid wood table top and legs. Handmade in Denmark. Signed by
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Rectangular Dining Table 'Plush' by Dk3, Smoked Oak or Walnut, 200
By DK3
Located in Paris, FR
PLUSH dining table, rectangular, 200 cm. Solid wood table top and legs. Handmade in Denmark
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Contemporary Dining Table 'Plush' by Dk3, Smoked Oak or Walnut, 270
By DK3
Located in Paris, FR
PLUSH dining table, oval, 270 cm. Solid wood table top and legs. Handmade in Denmark. Signed by
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Scandinavian Designer Natural Wood Medium Size Dining or Conference Table
Located in Paris, FR
. Each pair of legs is different, giving the table a different look on each side. It’s minimalistic
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Birch

Contemporary Dining Table 'Plush' by Dk3, Smoked Oak or Walnut, 200
By DK3
Located in Paris, FR
PLUSH dining table, oval, 200 cm. Solid wood table top and legs. Handmade in Denmark. Signed by
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak, Walnut

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Minimalistic Dining Table For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the minimalistic dining table you’re looking for. A minimalistic dining table — often made from metal, aluminium and brass — can elevate any home. Find 12 options for an antique or vintage minimalistic dining table now, or shop our selection of 2 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer minimalistic dining table, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A minimalistic dining table is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern, Baroque and Scandinavian Modern styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one minimalistic dining table that is appealing in its simplicity, but Asobi, Domus and George Kovacs produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Minimalistic Dining Table?

A minimalistic dining table can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,400, while the lowest priced sells for $387 and the highest can go for as much as $5,384.
Questions About Minimalistic Dining Table
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Dining tables come in a huge variety of styles and are often chosen according to individual preference. The best dining tables are ones that are sturdy, well-made and able to withstand wear and tear. You should also consider your space limitations as well as budget. Find a versatile collection of antique and vintage dining tables on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The narrowest a dining table can be is 36 inches. This leaves 18 inches of space for each of the guests on the opposite side of the table, as well as room in the center for serving dishes or platters. Find a collection of antique and vintage dining tables on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    How wide a dining table should be largely depends on its shape. Most rectangular and oval dining tables are 36 to 40 inches wide. Round table widths or diameters vary and will determine how many people can sit comfortably at one time. Generally, a round table 36 to 44 inches in width is ideal for up to four people, while ones that are 44 to 54 inches in diameter can accommodate four to six. Tables between 54 and 59 inches in width are suitable for six to eight people. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of dining tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    The height of a dining table varies from piece to piece. However, standard dining tables are usually 28 to 30 inches tall. Counter-height tables are taller at 34 to 36 inches, and bar-height tables are the highest at 40 to 42 inches high. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of dining tables from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    No, a dining table isn't always necessary. People who eat only a few meals at home may not need a dining table, and some people prefer to eat at kitchen counters using counter-height stools. Or, they may choose to sit on the floor in front of a coffee table or to take their meals at a desk or on a TV tray or end table. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of dining tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    How high a dining table should be varies. If you already have your dining chairs, look for a table that is 10 to 12 inches taller than the seat height to provide ample legroom. The standard height for dining tables is around 30 inches. However, you can opt for taller pieces, such as 34- to 36-inch counter-height tables or 40- to 42-inch bar-height tables. Shop a large selection of dining tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A dining table with leaf is a dining table that has its middle part as solid and remains in place, but the two sides of the table drop down on a hinge, so they hang at the side. This is where the name 'drop leaf' comes from. Many homeowners have decided to go with leaf tables as they offer a lot of flexibility to their homes. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of dining table options as well as a range of vintage and antique drop-leaf tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An MCM dining table is a table that reflects the mid-century modern style. Typically these tables are functional and have clean minimalist lines. MCM furniture is made with a variety of materials and colors, but wood is the most common. Find a selection of mid-century modern tables and furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    How thick a dining table should be varies. Many tables feature tops that are between 0.75 and 1 inch in thickness. However, some tables may have tops that are up to 2 inches thick. Typically, tables with thicker tops will have a more rustic appearance. Shop a large selection of dining tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Dining room tables with butterfly leaves look like they have wings when they’re being opened, which is why they’re called butterflies. A butterfly leaf affords you more space at your dining table for additional house guests. Owing to geared slides, butterfly leaf tables should open easily.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A draw-leaf dining table means that the table’s leaves are stored under the main tabletop. The top of the table is lifted slightly on its frame and the leaves pulled out on each end. Relatedly, a drop-leaf table is a table with a fixed center section, but on either side of that, there are hinged leaves that can be raised or lowered according to your specific needs. The purpose of a drop-leaf table is to save space when the table is not in use. Drop-leaf tables can also be used as nightstands, side tables, coffee tables, and desks. Find a collection of antique and vintage draw-leaf dining tables on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    Yes, ceramic dining tables are really good as they are very strong and durable. Made from sturdy materials, ceramic dining tables are resistant to spills, cuts, scratches and extreme heat. You can select from varying styles of ceramic dining tables, including Antique, Vintage, 21st Century, Mid Century on 1st Dibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To identify your antique dining table, first check to see if there is a maker’s mark on the underside. If there are no identifying marks or stamps, a furniture appraiser can check the style and the hardwood used to identify your piece. Shop a collection of antique furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    The best width for a dining table may vary upon your needs. Typically, the width of a dining table may range from approximately 36 to 40 inches, and you want to make sure you allow for approximately three feet of walking space around the table in your dining room so that guests can move freely. Shop a wide range of vintage and antique dining tables on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The best wood for a dining table is a matter of preference. Oakwood is widely used due to its durability and open grain structure. It can withstand surface scratches and can be easily sanded and refinished. Find a range of antique and vintage dining tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The chabudai, or the short Japanese dining table makes the most of limited space by serving many functions in a Japanese home. They often feature collapsible legs so they can be stored. Diners sit on pillows on the floor, rather than chairs, again freeing up more space by not having bulky chairs. Shop a collection of Japanese furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    Yes, a round dining table is practical. Typically, shapes of dining tables that don't have corners save the most space. Working with a tighter space may mean that a round or oval dining room table, a design that references the festive meals of the medieval era, may be a better fit. Round dining room tables, particularly those that originated in the Art Deco period, still endure as a popular contemporary substitute for traditional rectangular dining tables. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of dining tables from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Dining room tables are typically 30 inches high.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    No, a buffet usually shouldn't be longer than a dining table. Most experts recommend that you choose a buffet that is the same length or slightly shorter than your dining table. Keeping the two pieces in proportion with each other creates balance within a space.

    Find vintage and antique dining tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Dining room chairs and dining tables do not necessarily have to match.