Center Tables
2010s American Modern Center Tables
Wood, Rosewood, Walnut
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
2010s Mexican Modern Center Tables
Marble
1970s European Space Age Vintage Center Tables
Chrome
1970s American Modern Vintage Center Tables
Chrome
1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Wood, Burl
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Chrome
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Glass, Wood
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Chrome
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Chrome
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Birch
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Steel, Chrome
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Chrome
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Burl
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Center Tables
Wood
1960s Vintage Center Tables
Chrome
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Center Tables
Wood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Chrome
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Chrome
1970s Hollywood Regency Vintage Center Tables
Walnut, Burl
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Burl
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Slate
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Bronze
Late 20th Century American Center Tables
Chrome
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Formica, Walnut
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Antique and Vintage Center Tables
An alluring sitting area doesn’t have to be in the exact center of the room, but an antique or vintage center table is a great tool to partition off such an area.
By definition, a center table is a piece of furniture that is placed in the center of a room. Initially these appeared in the foyer or entryway before making their way into the living room. While one might keep seating furniture such as sofas against the walls to avoid limiting movement and closing off space, a center table in the living room can fill this central space without restricting the flow of the room.
One of the purposes of a center table is to anchor the rest of the furniture. It draws the eye to a specific area and invites guests to sit down. When thinking about how you’ll arrange your furniture, a good rule of thumb is to set tables an arm’s length away from seating. For instance, place a coffee table about 18 inches from a sofa so that it is within reach but not too close. In more modern layouts, tables are sometimes placed to the side to leave a large open area for foot traffic.
Because of its central position, a center table is one of the first things people will notice when entering a room. It’s important to consider how a center table can add to a room, as it’s a crucial element for defining the feel and theme of a room. Some center tables are mainly for decor, while others can be a great place to sit around over cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. Center tables are perfect for displaying decorative objects, floral arrangements, books or a cluster of prized antique vases given the prominent position of your table and the attention it will get.
The clean lines and organic forms that we typically associate with mid-century modern center tables means that they will bring a dose of sophistication to a space, and examples from the era can be found in square and round shapes. Wood tables were popular with furniture makers of the period, but versions in glass and marble are also widely available. Because Art Deco designers frequently incorporated ornamental embellishments such as exotic animal hides and veneers in their seating, case pieces and other furniture, your Art Deco center table will likely make a strong statement in any room. Alternatively, if you’re searching for something small and unassuming, Regency tables could be an option for your space.
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