What is a tulip table?

A tulip table is a dining table or occasional table of a certain shape. It’s typically characterized by a slender stem-like pedestal base and a round tabletop. Its name is drawn from the name given to chairs that are part of a collection that Finnish-American designer and architect Eero Saarinen created for iconic mid-century furniture manufacturer Knoll during the 1950s.The tables in Saarinen’s acclaimed series were called Pedestal tables , while the chairs were called Tulip chairs, armless or not , owing to their flower bulb-like shape. Today, design lovers everywhere frequently refer to Saarinen's Pedestal tables as tulip tables , and any table that looks like a Pedestal table is generally referred to as a tulip table, whether or not Saarinen had anything to do with it.Find vintage Eero Saarinen tables on 1stDibs.

What era are tulip tables from?

Tulip tables are from the mid-century modern era. Finnish-American architect and furniture maker Eero Saarinen created the table in 1956 as part of the Pedestal collection of chairs and stools. The Pedestal table and its accompanying Tulip armchairs and armless chairs comprised cast-aluminum bases (“Tulip” became a common descriptor for all of the furnishings in the collection). Each table, stool and chair was crafted with a single, tapered cylindrical leg that descends to a base that flares into a circle, giving the illusion of being one piece. The series was designed for Knoll Inc. On 1stDibs, find vintage Tulip tables from some of the world’s top sellers.

Are tulip tables sturdy?

With a cast iron or aluminum alloy base, rest assured, the tulip table is indeed sturdy. With its centrally-placed leg, the style of the table was designed to be functional and structurally solid. You’ll find a variety of tulip tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Why is it called a tulip table?

The Tulip table is called that because it matches the Tulip chair. With its tapered shape, the seat of the chair resembles a tulip flower. Eero Saarinen designed both the Tulip chair and the Tulip table. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Tulip tables.

How can I tell if a tulip table is real?

Eero Saarinen tulip tables are beloved by interior designers worldwide, and there are some key things to look for to ensure your table is authentic. Examine the base of the chairs and table and confirm they're made from one piece of cast aluminum with no visible seams. Tulip tables have been crafted from various materials over the years, but never plastic. You can also turn the table over to look for a Knoll Inc. tag, though some vintage tables may not have this. On 1stDibs, you'll find a collection of authentic Eero Saarinen tulip furniture from some of the world's top sellers.

What chairs work with a Tulip Table?

Many 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.

Why are console tables so low?

Console tables are not low. Typically, consoles are about the height of a desk but are much narrower. As a result, they work well against walls and can be used to hold lamps and decorative objects. While modern console tables commonly feature four legs, you can still find the two-legged variety, which is ideal for nestling behind the sofa. Some also feature shelves for display and storage space or cabinet doors and drawers for hiding clutter. Find vintage console tables on 1stDibs.

What is a console table used for?

Console tables serve a variety of functions. They can be used as buffets, storage units and display tables. Because they vary in size, you can use them for just about anything.

Is a tulip table mid century modern?

Yes, the tulip table is considered a mid-century modern design. This table shape has become an iconic statement of the era with a simple sculptural attitude and a practical nature. The first tulip table was created by Eero Saarinen, a noted Finnish designer who was a leader in mid-century modern home decor. Shop a collection of Saarinen furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

How wide should a console table be in an entryway?

In an entryway, a console table should typically be around 10 to 16 inches wide. Tables of this width should still allow plenty of clearance so people can easily walk by the table. You may see manufacturers refer to the width of consoles as depth. On 1stDibs, shop a range of console tables.

Should a console table be taller than a couch?

A console table should not be taller than a couch . Much like a sofa table, a console table is placed against the back of a sofa and should be the same height as the sofa.

What is the difference between a console and a sofa table?

The main difference between a console and a sofa table is that a console can be placed anywhere in the home (against a wall in a hallway or under a television in the living room) and a sofa table is limited to being behind a sofa.

How tall should a lamp be on a console table?

A lamp for a console table should be between 25 and 32 inches tall. The table lamp ’s shade shouldn’t exceed half the width of the console table.You’ll find that when it comes to arranging wall art , a decorator might suggest that the space on the wall above a console table is a great place for a large painting or a wall sculpture . In that case, you may wish to use a taller lamp for the table. If your table is smaller in scale or if you have a small mirror hanging on the wall above the console, you may wish to opt for a shorter lamp.Find vintage table lamps for sale on 1stDibs.

Can you use a console table as a desk?

Because of their variety of sizes and range in function, console tables can easily work as a desk. Given their size and ease of mobility, a console table can be used in almost any sort of room.

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Located in Kennesaw, GA

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Pair of George III 1780 Satinwood & Tulip Wood Polychrome Painted Console Tables

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By Karl Springer

Located in Atlanta, GA

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Steel and Brass Tulip Bases for Dining or Console tables by Karl Springer

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Located in New Haven, CT

Stunning early 19th Century English four-legged console table with original painted surface. The

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H 32 in W 47 in D 21 in

William IV Mahogany Console Table

Located in Whaley Bridge, GB

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Antique 19th Century British William IV Console Tables

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William IV Mahogany Console Table

H 31.89 in W 42.13 in D 22.45 in

Karl Springer Console Dining Table Authenticated

By Karl Springer

Located in Atlanta, GA

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Karl Springer Console Dining Table Authenticated

H 29.75 in W 46 in D 16 in

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By B. Sipek

Located in Los Angeles, CA

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Located in Dublin, IE

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By Maple & Co.

Located in Dublin, IE

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Hammered Iron Art Deco Mirror and Console, circa 1930

By Edgar Brandt

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

the base of one of the two tulips Hauteur totale: 190 cm Longueur console: 81.5 cm.

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Hammered Iron Art Deco Mirror and Console, circa 1930

H 74.81 in W 32.29 in D 0.4 in

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Located in West Palm Beach, FL

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French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Tulipwood, Walnut, Ormolu And Marble Console

H 32.5 in W 38.25 in D 16.75 in

Tall Early Victorian Mahogany Table

Located in Whaley Bridge, GB

Sn5058, superb quality early Victorian side or console table in mahogany, having figured mahogany

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Antique 19th Century British Early Victorian Console Tables

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Tall Early Victorian Mahogany Table

H 34.26 in W 36.23 in D 22.05 in

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Located in Shippensburg, PA

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Swedish Gustavian Marble Top Egyptian Pharaoh Mask Pier Table circa 1820

H 30.75 in W 34.25 in D 16.63 in

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Located in Charleston, SC

wonderful tulip and lotus carvings and original castors. There are 2 drawers in the frieze and a nice shaped

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19th Century English Regency 6 Leg Mahogany Server

H 37 in W 48.19 in D 21.07 in

Pair of English Mahogany Demi-lune Consoles w/ Tulip Wood Cross Banding, C. 1780

Located in Hollywood, SC

Pair of English mahogany demi-lune consoles with inlaid tulip wood cross bandings, flanking foliage

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Pair of English Mahogany Demi-lune Consoles w/ Tulip Wood Cross Banding, C. 1780

H 27.75 in W 44.75 in D 22 in

Mid-Century White Tulip RAAK Amsterdam Table Lamp Netherlands 1960

By RAAK

Located in DE MEERN, NL

size to grace your bedside table, living room console, or office desk. Infuse your space with the

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Mid-Century White Tulip RAAK Amsterdam Table Lamp Netherlands 1960

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Albert Cheuret Silvered Bronze and Alabaster "Tulip" Lamp

By Albert Cheuret

Located in New York, NY

exhibited clocks, animal figures, and furniture - tables, consoles, end tables - whose sculptural crafting

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Albert Cheuret Silvered Bronze and Alabaster "Tulip" Lamp

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Located in Atlanta, GA

tables lamps wired for the USA and mounted on circular gilt wooden bases. This exquisite pair of table

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Stemlite Opaque White Glass Ball Shade Table Lamp by Bill Curry for Design Line

By Bill Curry, Design Line

Located in Topeka, KS

favorite lounge chair. Enjoy it on a console, side table, or bookcase. It’s an absolutely gorgeous example

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Metal

Stemlite Opaque White Glass Ball Shade Table Lamp by Bill Curry for Design Line

H 14.5 in Dm 9.5 in

Italian Louis XVI Period Tulipwood and Kingwood Two Drawers Folding Table

Located in Firenze, IT

table is made of precious woods. Tulip wood, King wood and mahogany alternate in the inlays to create

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Italian Louis XVI Period Tulipwood and Kingwood Two Drawers Folding Table

H 31.5 in W 45.28 in D 22.84 in

Russian Malachite and Pietre Dure Plinths

Located in New Orleans, LA

Art, New York), as well as a console table with legs in the form of Nike. Other commissions included a

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Antique 19th Century Russian Pedestals

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Russian Malachite and Pietre Dure Plinths

H 11.25 in W 6.75 in D 7.25 in

Pair of Vintage Italian Ceramic White Tulip Centerpieces

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Vintage Pair of Ceramic Tulip Centerpieces, Italy These charming hand-painted Italian ceramic

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Pair of Vintage Italian Ceramic White Tulip Centerpieces

H 5 in W 7.5 in D 7.5 in

Pair Of Art Nouveau Lamps Muller Frères

By Muller Frères

Located in NANTES, FR

table or a shelf or console. Total height: 47.5 cm Width: 10 cm Depth: 20 cm Weight: 6 Kg The Muller

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Table Lamps

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Brass, Bronze

Pair Of Art Nouveau Lamps Muller Frères

H 18.71 in W 3.94 in D 7.88 in

White and Gilt Capodimonte Porcelain Urns with Lids and Putti Decoration

By Capodimonte

Located in Essex, MA

urns, handles, and covers. These lovely pieces are perfect on a mantel, console table, or sideboard

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Porcelain

White and Gilt Capodimonte Porcelain Urns with Lids and Putti Decoration

H 11 in Dm 5 in

19th Century French Louis XVI Mahogany Dessert Server~ Bar with Carrara Marble

Located in Dallas, TX

find! Use it as a sofa table, console, hall table, bar cart, or dessert server in pretty much any room

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19th Century French Louis XVI Mahogany Dessert Server~ Bar with Carrara Marble

H 34 in W 32 in D 16.5 in

'The Flower Vase' original hand-colored lithograph by Nathaniel Currier

By Nathaniel Currier

Located in Milwaukee, WI

console the couple, and Lura began to set an extra place at their table for these unexpected guests. She

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Nathaniel Currier
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H 22.5 in W 18.25 in

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Located in Lisbon, PT

A stylish desk for home or office. The clean look is achieved by using the drawers almost hided, and as a part of the desk’s structure, as well as cable storage under the tabletop. F...

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Minimalist Modern Desk in Walnut

H 29.53 in W 63 in D 31.5 in

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Located in Los Angeles, CA

Newly made solid white oak cocktail table with carved ribbed detailing. Natural oak finish. Made in Los Angeles. Multiple quantity and custom sizes available.

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Panoplie White Oak Drink Table

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By Early Electrics Design Studio

Located in Peekskill, NY

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H 11 in W 6 in D 9 in

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H 18 in W 7.5 in D 4.5 in

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Located in London, London

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Bespoke Round Italian Dining Table in Travertine

H 30.71 in Dm 40.01 in

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By Early Electrics Design Studio

Located in Peekskill, NY

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H 9 in W 10 in D 12 in

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Asian Style Black Solid Wood Cube Side Table Shou Sugi Ban (12" x 12")

H 20 in W 12 in D 12 in

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Butterfly Floor Lamp Designed by Afra e Tobia Scarpa for Flos, Italy, 1980s

H 81.11 in Dm 26.78 in

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Ceramic Carousel Table Lamp by Episode Studio

H 18.75 in W 16 in D 16 in

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A set of six circa 1920’s English leaded glass light fixture with 4 interior lights each and blue glass details. Sold individually. Measurements: Height: 16″ Diameter: 16″

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H 32.29 in W 38.59 in D 18.9 in

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Located in Budapest, Budapest

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H 29.34 in W 65.36 in D 15.75 in

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Located in Baden-Baden, Baden-Württemberg

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Art Deco Rosewood and Brass Console Table

Located in Westwood, NJ

An Art Deco style rosewood and brass strung console table, the rectangular brass edged top above an

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21st Century and Contemporary European Art Deco Console Tables

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Rosewood and Brass Console Table

H 36 in W 50 in D 16 in

Pair of Large French Art Deco Console Tables

Located in Westport, CT

Fine pair of rosewood veneer tulip-shaped console table, recently refurbished and French polished

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Console Tables

Pair of Large French Art Deco Console Tables

H 29.5 in W 55 in D 17.75 in

Italian Inlaid Console Table In Wood From 20th Century

Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont

Italian console table of the 20th century. Furniture richly decorated with floral and musical

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Late 20th Century Italian Console Tables

Materials

Burl, Fruitwood, Maple, Rosewood, Tulipwood

Italian Inlaid Console Table In Wood From 20th Century

H 35.04 in W 47.25 in D 14.57 in

Pair of Rosewood and Gilt Console Tables, circa 1840

Located in Lincoln, GB

A rare pair of mid-19th century Irish console tables, in sympathetically restored and cleaned

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Console Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Pair of Rosewood and Gilt Console Tables, circa 1840

H 38.19 in W 56.7 in D 15.36 in

Art Deco Console

Located in Hixson, TN

A fantastic Continental Art Deco console made in 50's or 60's. This console has an exaggerated

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Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Console Tables

Art Deco Console

H 39.5 in W 47.5 in D 22 in

Pair of French Art Deco Consoles

Located in Westport, CT

Lovely pair of tulip-shaped console tables with rectangular stepped plateaus on a lovely undulating

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Console Tables

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Rosewood

Pair of French Art Deco Consoles

H 31 in W 51.25 in D 13.75 in

English 17th Century Oak Tiered Console

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Wonderful English 17th Century oak tiered console. This console features a hand-carved tulip

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Antique 17th Century English Jacobean Console Tables

Materials

Oak

English 17th Century Oak Tiered Console

H 50.01 in W 57.88 in D 23.23 in

A Signed French Louis XV Style Console

Located in New York, NY

A two tiered French Louis XV style console with tulip wood veneered carcass having contrasting

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Console Tables

Materials

Carrara Marble

A Signed French Louis XV Style Console

H 38.75 in W 62.5 in D 19.75 in

English Regency Mahogany and Kings Wood Inlaid Upholstered Console, Circa 1790

Located in Hollywood, SC

English Regency mahogany and Kings wood console with two centered drawers, original brasses

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Antique 1790s English Regency Console Tables

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Brass

English Regency Mahogany and Kings Wood Inlaid Upholstered Console, Circa 1790

H 33 in W 44.75 in D 15 in

19th Century Mahogany Hall Table

Located in Martlesham, GB

19th century mahogany console / hall table, the rectangular moulded edge top having a raised

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Antique 1840s English Console Tables

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Mahogany Hall Table

H 37 in W 73 in D 20.5 in

Antique Early American Tulip Wood Drop Leaf Farmhouse Dining Table Console

Located in Dayton, OH

An antique 19th century tulipwood drop leaf table. Great for use as a breakfast or console table

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Antique 19th Century Victorian Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Tulipwood

Antique Early American Tulip Wood Drop Leaf Farmhouse Dining Table Console

H 28.5 in W 42 in D 15 in

Pair of Striking French Art Deco Console Tables

Located in Westport, CT

Pair of elegant French Art Deco console tables in bookmatched Brazilian rosewood veneer on oak

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Tables

Pair of Striking French Art Deco Console Tables

H 28.75 in W 38.5 in D 16.75 in

Karl Springer Chrome and Brass "Tulip" Dining Room Table

By Karl Springer

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stunning dining table designed by Karl Springer and mnufactured by Karl Springer LTD. The table

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Karl Springer Chrome and Brass "Tulip" Dining Room Table

H 30 in W 120 in D 54 in

Antique Tulipwood French Louis XV Console End Table

Located in North York, ON

This listing is for a gorgeous circa 1940s tulip wood end table. It has parquet tulip wood veneers

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20th Century American End Tables

Antique Tulipwood French Louis XV Console End Table

H 31.5 in W 20.5 in D 15.5 in

Stunning Antique Satin Birch Wood Art Deco Tulip Fold over Games or Card Table

Located in GB

patina is glorious, truly stunning, as are the elegant lines. This table has been known as the tulip

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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Card Tables and Tea Tables

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Leather, Birch

Stunning Antique Satin Birch Wood Art Deco Tulip Fold over Games or Card Table

H 29.53 in W 33.47 in D 16.34 in

Antique Large Drop-Leaf Dining Table wth Carved Base from Germany

Located in Round Top, TX

table is 53.5" W providing easy seating. For use as a console or smaller table, the two leaves drop for

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Antique Late 19th Century German Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique Large Drop-Leaf Dining Table wth Carved Base from Germany

H 29 in W 82 in D 53.5 in

Art Deco Tulips Lamp by Albert Cheuret

By Albert Cheuret

Located in Miami, FL

A rare and unique Art Deco table lamp by Albert Cheuret, depicting three tulips flowers made of

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Animal Sculptures

Materials

Alabaster, Bronze

Art Deco Tulips Lamp by Albert Cheuret

H 15 in Dm 5.5 in L 15 in

Louis XV Transitional Style Kingwood / Tulipwood Petit Commode Side Table

Located in Nashville, TN

transitional to Louis XVI design Side table, bed table, sofa table, console table, the one all size

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Louis XV Transitional Style Kingwood / Tulipwood Petit Commode Side Table

H 28.75 in W 30 in D 13 in

Antique Sheraton Style Inlaid Satin Wood Cabinet

Located in London, GB

say 'practicable', because it takes up no more room than a console side table, but is far more useful

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Vintage 1950s English Adam Style Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood, Sycamore, Tulipwood, Walnut

Antique Sheraton Style Inlaid Satin Wood Cabinet

H 36.23 in W 44.49 in D 18.51 in

Fine French Art Deco Tulip Wood Console

Located in Long Island City, NY

A fine 1930s single scroll leg console with a violin shape top. Price includes refinishing (satin

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Console Tables

Materials

Tulipwood

Fine French Art Deco Tulip Wood Console

H 36.23 in W 53.55 in D 13 in

French Art Deco Hammered Iron and Glass Tulip Console, Nickel-Plated, 1930

Located in New York City, NY

Fine French modernist console in for forge iron, glass and marble. Curved legs ending and beginning

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20th Century French Art Deco Console Tables

French Art Deco Hammered Iron and Glass Tulip Console, Nickel-Plated, 1930

H 35 in W 22.5 in D 13 in

Regency Rosewood Console Table

Located in Cheshire, GB

Regency rosewood console table, the rectangular white veined marble top above moulded freeze raised

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Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Console Tables

Regency Rosewood Console Table

H 41 in W 54.5 in D 16.5 in

Art Deco Style Rosewood Console Table

Located in Atlanta, GA

Mid-20th century fine quality Art Deco style console table with exotic rosewood veneers and an in

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20th Century Art Deco Console Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Art Deco Style Rosewood Console Table

H 32 in W 48.88 in D 15.63 in

Pair of French Art Deco Figured Walnut Console Tables

Located in New York City, NY

Pair of elegant original French Art Deco “U” shaped consoles in figured walnut with flanged

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Console Tables

Pair of French Art Deco Figured Walnut Console Tables

H 31.5 in W 42 in D 11.5 in

Art Deco Burl Console

Located in New York, NY

A vintage console table in the Art Deco style, entirely veneered in warm toned burl, on curved

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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Console Tables

Materials

Burl, Wood

Art Deco Burl Console

H 32 in W 48 in D 15.5 in

1930s Console in Black Lacquer, French Art Deco

Located in Ulm, DE

1930s console in black lacquer, French Art Deco Typical tulip-shape Applications in nickeled

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Console Tables

Materials

Lacquer

1930s Console in Black Lacquer, French Art Deco

H 31.89 in W 39.97 in D 12.6 in

1930s Console in Black Lacquer, French Art Deco

Located in Ulm, DE

1930s console in black lacquer, French Art Deco Typical tulip-shape Restrained applications in

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Console Tables

Materials

Lacquer

1930s Console in Black Lacquer, French Art Deco

H 33.86 in W 63 in D 14.97 in

20th Century Fancy Art Deco Console / Sideboard Furnished

Located in Berlin, DE

20th century Fancy Art Deco console / sideboard furnished Light maple root veneer with partly

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20th Century French Console Tables

Materials

Maple, Softwood

20th Century Fancy Art Deco Console / Sideboard Furnished

H 34.65 in W 46.86 in D 11.82 in

1930s Console in Black Lacquer with Drawer, French Art Deco

Located in Ulm, DE

1930s console in black lacquer, French Art Deco With drawer Typical tulip-shape Restrained

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Console Tables

Materials

Lacquer

1930s Console in Black Lacquer with Drawer, French Art Deco

H 33.86 in W 63 in D 14.97 in

French Art Deco elegant palisander and walnut console with nickeled trim

Located in New York City, NY

Spectacular French Modern “U” shaped console in walnut, mahogany and palisander with nickeled

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Console Tables

Materials

Mahogany, Walnut, Palisander

French Art Deco elegant palisander and walnut console with nickeled trim

H 34 in W 56 in D 13 in

French Art Deco Wrought Iron Demilune

Located in Westport, CT

Graceful and minimalistic tulip shaped Art Deco console comprised of artistically hammered wrought

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Console Tables

French Art Deco Wrought Iron Demilune

H 37 in W 32 in D 16 in

Bill Curry Stemlite Tulip Base Table Lamp for Design Line Egg Shaped White Globe

By Design Line, Bill Curry

Located in Topeka, KS

Fabulous circa 1960s Stemlite table lamp by Bill Curry for Design Line. This one’s tulip base is

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Bill Curry Stemlite Tulip Base Table Lamp for Design Line Egg Shaped White Globe

H 16 in Dm 9 in

Console Table or Desk In Formica Stainless Steel, Italy

By Andrea Branzi, Memphis Group, Archizoom Associati

Located in Vienna, AT

. Perfectly sized desk or console table with a large drawer (21" x 21"). It works very well with high desk

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Console Table or Desk In Formica Stainless Steel, Italy

H 31.5 in W 63 in D 23.62 in

20th Century French Art Deco Period Oak and Brass Display Table / Kitchen Island

Located in Birmingham, AL

tulip sabots. This handsome table, once used to display clothing, is very functional and can float in a

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Brass

20th Century French Art Deco Period Oak and Brass Display Table / Kitchen Island

H 34 in W 69 in D 25 in

Large Pair of Karl Springer Brass, Lucite and Murano Glass Torchiere Lamps

By Karl Springer

Located in Miami, FL

console, sofa table or larger side tables and nightstands.

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Vintage 1970s Unknown Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Large Pair of Karl Springer Brass, Lucite and Murano Glass Torchiere Lamps

H 24.5 in Dm 13.38 in

Pair Hat or Wig Display Head Stands Fiberglass Midcentury Modern Tulip Base

Located in Topeka, KS

a face! Put them on your mantel or in your bookcase. Perhaps as a still-life on a console table. Of

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Fiberglass

Pair Hat or Wig Display Head Stands Fiberglass Midcentury Modern Tulip Base

H 7.25 in Dm 7.25 in

Bookshelf Console Cabinet Credenza by Dyrlund of Denmark

By Dyrlund

Located in Chattanooga, TN

. Ideal for an entryway table or media console cabinet to go underneath your flat screen TV. The

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

Bookshelf Console Cabinet Credenza by Dyrlund of Denmark

H 36 in W 71 in D 11.75 in

Turn of the Century Grand Scale Console Table

Located in Larkspur, CA

Turn of the century grand scale mahogany, satinwood and olive burl serpentine console. The top with

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20th Century Console Tables

Turn of the Century Grand Scale Console Table

H 36 in W 70 in D 25 in

18th Century Giltwood Louis XIV Console

Located in Larkspur, CA

Third Quarter 18th Century Hand Carved Giltwood Creme de Penthe Period Louis XIV Console. The

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Console Tables

Materials

Marble

18th Century Giltwood Louis XIV Console

H 35.5 in W 63 in D 19 in

Third Quarter 18th Century Hand Carved Giltwood Louis XVI Consol

Located in Larkspur, CA

Third Quarter 18th Century Hand Carved Giltwood Creme de Penthe Period Louis X V I Console. The

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Console Tables

Third Quarter 18th Century Hand Carved Giltwood Louis XVI Consol

H 35.5 in W 63 in D 19 in

Turn of the Century Grand Scale Mahogany Serpentine Console

Located in Larkspur, CA

Turn of the Century Grand Scale Mahogany, Satinwood and Olive Burl Serpentine Console, the Top with

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Tables

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

Turn of the Century Grand Scale Mahogany Serpentine Console

H 36 in W 70 in D 26 in

Spectacular French Art Deco Exotic Macassar Ebony "Tulip" Console Table, c1940's

Located in Hialeah, FL

A Stunning French Art Deco Exotic Macassar Ebony Tulip Form Console Table circa 1940's. This table

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Console Tables

Materials

Wood

Spectacular French Art Deco Exotic Macassar Ebony "Tulip" Console Table, c1940's

H 30 in W 50.25 in D 16.5 in

Vintage Chrome Tulip Base Console

Located in New York, NY

1960's Italian chrome tulip base console with rectangular bronze glass top.

Category

20th Century Italian Console Tables

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Chrome Tulip Base Console

H 31.25 in W 35.5 in D 14.5 in

Pair of Tulip Style Steel and Brass Console Tables by Karl Springer C. 1970s

By Karl Springer

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A magnificent pair of chrome-plated steel and brass "tulip style" console tables designed by Karl

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pair of Tulip Style Steel and Brass Console Tables by Karl Springer C. 1970s

H 30.5 in W 48 in D 16 in

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Tulip Console Table For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the tulip console table you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, metal and hardwood, every tulip console table was constructed with great care. There are 22 variations of the antique or vintage tulip console table you’re looking for, while we also have 1 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect tulip console table — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A tulip console table is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Art Deco, Georgian and mid-century modern styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one tulip console table that is appealing in its simplicity, but Karl Springer, Bill Curry and Bořek Šípek produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Tulip Console Table?

A tulip console table can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $6,322, while the lowest priced sells for $360 and the highest can go for as much as $168,500.

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The right vintage, new or antique tables can help make any space in your home stand out.

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Questions About Tulip Console Table

What is a tulip table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
A tulip table is a dining table or occasional table of a certain shape. It’s typically characterized by a slender stem-like pedestal base and a round tabletop. Its name is drawn from the name given to chairs that are part of a collection that Finnish-American designer and architect Eero Saarinen created for iconic mid-century furniture manufacturer Knoll during the 1950s.

The tables in Saarinen’s acclaimed series were called Pedestal tables, while the chairs were called Tulip chairs, armless or not, owing to their flower bulb-like shape. Today, design lovers everywhere frequently refer to Saarinen's Pedestal tables as tulip tables, and any table that looks like a Pedestal table is generally referred to as a tulip table, whether or not Saarinen had anything to do with it.

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What era are tulip tables from?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
Tulip tables are from the mid-century modern era. Finnish-American architect and furniture maker Eero Saarinen created the table in 1956 as part of the Pedestal collection of chairs and stools. The Pedestal table and its accompanying Tulip armchairs and armless chairs comprised cast-aluminum bases (“Tulip” became a common descriptor for all of the furnishings in the collection). Each table, stool and chair was crafted with a single, tapered cylindrical leg that descends to a base that flares into a circle, giving the illusion of being one piece. The series was designed for Knoll Inc. On 1stDibs, find vintage Tulip tables from some of the world’s top sellers.
Are tulip tables sturdy?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
With a cast iron or aluminum alloy base, rest assured, the tulip table is indeed sturdy. With its centrally-placed leg, the style of the table was designed to be functional and structurally solid. You’ll find a variety of tulip tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
Why is it called a tulip table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
The Tulip table is called that because it matches the Tulip chair. With its tapered shape, the seat of the chair resembles a tulip flower. Eero Saarinen designed both the Tulip chair and the Tulip table. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Tulip tables.
How can I tell if a tulip table is real?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Eero Saarinen tulip tables are beloved by interior designers worldwide, and there are some key things to look for to ensure your table is authentic. Examine the base of the chairs and table and confirm they're made from one piece of cast aluminum with no visible seams. Tulip tables have been crafted from various materials over the years, but never plastic. You can also turn the table over to look for a Knoll Inc. tag, though some vintage tables may not have this. On 1stDibs, you'll find a collection of authentic Eero Saarinen tulip furniture from some of the world's top sellers.
What chairs work with a Tulip Table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
Many 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.
Why are console tables so low?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
Console tables are not low. Typically, consoles are about the height of a desk but are much narrower. As a result, they work well against walls and can be used to hold lamps and decorative objects. While modern console tables commonly feature four legs, you can still find the two-legged variety, which is ideal for nestling behind the sofa. Some also feature shelves for display and storage space or cabinet doors and drawers for hiding clutter. Find vintage console tables on 1stDibs.
What is a console table used for?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Console tables serve a variety of functions. They can be used as buffets, storage units and display tables. Because they vary in size, you can use them for just about anything.
Is a tulip table mid century modern?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, the tulip table is considered a mid-century modern design. This table shape has become an iconic statement of the era with a simple sculptural attitude and a practical nature. The first tulip table was created by Eero Saarinen, a noted Finnish designer who was a leader in mid-century modern home decor. Shop a collection of Saarinen furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
How wide should a console table be in an entryway?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
In an entryway, a console table should typically be around 10 to 16 inches wide. Tables of this width should still allow plenty of clearance so people can easily walk by the table. You may see manufacturers refer to the width of consoles as depth. On 1stDibs, shop a range of console tables.
Should a console table be taller than a couch?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
A console table should not be taller than a couch. Much like a sofa table, a console table is placed against the back of a sofa and should be the same height as the sofa.
What is the difference between a console and a sofa table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
The main difference between a console and a sofa table is that a console can be placed anywhere in the home (against a wall in a hallway or under a television in the living room) and a sofa table is limited to being behind a sofa.
How tall should a lamp be on a console table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024

A lamp for a console table should be between 25 and 32 inches tall. The table lamp’s shade shouldn’t exceed half the width of the console table.

You’ll find that when it comes to arranging wall art, a decorator might suggest that the space on the wall above a console table is a great place for a large painting or a wall sculpture. In that case, you may wish to use a taller lamp for the table. If your table is smaller in scale or if you have a small mirror hanging on the wall above the console, you may wish to opt for a shorter lamp.

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Can you use a console table as a desk?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Because of their variety of sizes and range in function, console tables can easily work as a desk. Given their size and ease of mobility, a console table can be used in almost any sort of room.

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