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Large dining table by Jean Prouvé
By Jean Prouvé
Located in PARIS, FR
Large dining table by the famous designer Jean Prouvé (1901-1984) for Tecta in the 1980s (1986
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Mid-20th Century French Dining Room Tables

Materials

Glass

Large dining table by Jean Prouvé
Large dining table by Jean Prouvé
H 27.96 in W 88.59 in D 35.44 in
Jean Prouvé "Guéridon" Table, 1950s
By Jean Prouvé
Located in New York, NY
Jean Prouvé "Guéridon" pedestal table, manufactured by Atelier Prouvé for the use in university
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Sheet Metal

Jean Prouvé "Guéridon" Table, 1950s
Jean Prouvé "Guéridon" Table, 1950s
H 30 in W 35.5 in D 35.5 in
Large Jean Prouvé Guéridon Dining Table in Natural Oak for Vitra
By Jean Prouvé, Vitra
Located in Glendale, CA
Large Jean Prouvé Guéridon dining table in natural oak for Vitra. Designed in 1949 for the
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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Steel

Small Jean Prouvé Guéridon Dining Table in Natural Oak for Vitra
By Jean Prouvé, Vitra
Located in Glendale, CA
Small Jean Prouvé Guéridon dining table in natural oak for Vitra. Designed in 1949 for the
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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Steel

Pine Dining Table by Guy Rey-Millet & Jean Prouvé, circa 1970, France
By Guy Rey-Millet, Jean Prouvé
Located in Girona, Spain
Pine dining table by Guy Rey-Millet & Jean Prouvé Pine tabletop and legs Furniture designed by
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Pine

Pair Tables Jean Prouvé pour l'aéroclub de Doncourt-les-Conflans 1938 France
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Lège Cap Ferret, FR
Pair Tables for the Aero club of Doncourt-les- Conflans with square top in melamine veneer resting
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Vintage 1930s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Jean Prouvé with Guy Rey-Millet, Dining Room Table, Wood, Refuge de la Vanoise
By Guy Rey-Millet, Jean Prouvé
Located in Nice, Cote d' Azur
Jean Prouvé with guy Rey-Millet, dining room table, wood, Refuge de la Vanoise, CAF, Les Arcs
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood

Vintage French Tecta M21 Desk / Table in Black and Silver By Jean Prouvé, 1980s.
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
laptop. The Tecta M21 table is ideal as a dining room table but also works well as a conference/meeting
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Vintage 1980s German Bauhaus Dining Room Tables

Materials

Glass, Oak

Vitra Em Table in Solid Natural Oak and Deep Black by Jean Prouvé
By Jean Prouvé, Vitra
Located in Glendale, CA
Vitra EM table in solid natural oak and deep black by Jean Prouvé. The aesthetic of Jean Prouvé
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21st Century and Contemporary German Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Steel

Plank Dining Table, Solid Oiled Danish Oak like New
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Hamburg, HH
Plank table, solid oiled Danish oak. Heavy duty quality: two solid planks (40 mm thick) with a
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Rouge Boat Shape Marble Top Dining Table on Compass Shape Solid Walnut Legs
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Rockaway, NJ
table. Attributed to or in style of Jean Prouve.
Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Marble

Industrial Style Raw Metal Vintage Center Table Base Jean Prouve Style, 1980s
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Vienna, AT
Industrial style vintage metal center table base or table Style Jean Prouve 1980s. A high quality
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Late 20th Century European Industrial Center Tables

Materials

Steel

French Jean Prouvé Style Industrial Table Lamp with Marble Base, 1970's
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French, Mid-Century table lamp from the 1970's, designed in a Jean Prouvé influenced style. The
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Metal

Ash and Laminate Table Reconstruction Period, circa 1950
By Jean Prouvé, Charlotte Perriand
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Ash and laminate table reconstruction period circa 1950. Dimension with extensions: Measures: 73 x
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Laminate, Ash

Tecta M23 Cantilever Wood Dining Table
Located in London, GB
A collaborative design, the M23 dining table is very similar in style to that of the M21 table
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2010s German Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood

Tecta M23 Cantilever Wood Dining Table
Tecta M23 Cantilever Wood Dining Table
H 29.53 in W 53.55 in D 88.98 in
Mid century modern dining or gaming table
By Dal Vera
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Interesting table that can be either a dining table or a gaming table. Unknown designer but some
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood

Mid century modern dining or gaming table
Mid century modern dining or gaming table
H 30.32 in W 62.21 in D 35.44 in
Dada Est. Contemporary, Oak Freeform Dining Large Table
By DADA est.
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Large freeform dining table by dada - est. manufactured in Barcelona, 2017. Oakwood Measures
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2010s Spanish Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Dada Est. Contemporary, Oak Freeform Dining Large Table
By DADA est.
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Large freeform dining table by dada - est. manufactured in Barcelona, 2017. Oakwood Measures
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2010s Spanish Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Dada Est. Contemporary, Oak Freeform Dining Large Table
By DADA est.
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Large freeform dining table by dada - est. manufactured in Barcelona, 2017. Oakwood Measures
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2010s Spanish Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Dada Est. Contemporary, Oak Freeform Dining Large Table
By DADA est.
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Large freeform dining table by dada - est. manufactured in Barcelona. Oak Measures: 112 cm D
Category

2010s Spanish Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Dada Est. Contemporary, Oak Freeform Dining Large Table
By DADA est.
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Large freeform dining table by dada - est. manufactured in Barcelona. Oak Measures: 112 cm D x
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2010s Spanish Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Dada Est. Contemporary, Oak Freeform Dining Large Table
By DADA est.
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Large freeform dining table by dada - est. manufactured in Barcelona. Oak Measures: 112 cm D
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2010s Spanish Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Dada Est. Contemporary Solid Ash Large Dining Table
By DADA est.
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Large dining table by Dada est. manufactured in Barcelona, 2017. Solid ash tree eight people
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2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Ash

Dada Est. Contemporary Solid Ash Extra Large Dining Table
By DADA est.
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Large dining table by Dada Est. Manufactured in Barcelona, 2017. ash wood with a system of
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2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Ash

Wood dining table from the 60s - Johannes Andersen - Danish design
By Johannes Andersen
Located in Paris, FR
Dining table (which could serve as a desk), probably in Rio rosewood, by Johannes Andersen
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Vintage 1960s Danish Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood

Dada Est. Contemporary Solid Ash Wood Black Lacquered Dining Table
By DADA est.
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Large dining table by Dada est. manufactured in Barcelona. Solid ash lacquered black. Measures
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2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood

Dada Est. Contemporary Solid Ash Wood Black Lacquered Dining Table
By DADA est.
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Large dining table by Dada est. manufactured in Barcelona. Solid ash lacquered black
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2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood

Jules Leleu, Art Deco, Dining Table, Rosewood, Abalone Inlay, France, 1935
By Jules Leleu
Located in Stamford, CT
French Art Deco Center, Dining or Conference table by Jules Leleu with Sotheby's provenance. The
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-TA-05-A Dining Table / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
by giving them a warmer character with its natural materials and warm colours. As a table, it is a
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Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-TA-01-C Dining Table / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
table, it is a center piece of every dining room. P! Galerie’s selection is mainly focused on rare
Category

Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-TA-01-B Dining Table / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
table, it is a center piece of every dining room. P! Galerie’s selection is mainly focused on rare
Category

Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood

Pierre Jeanneret 056 Capitol Complex Dining Set, by Cassina
By Pierre Jeanneret, Cassina
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Italy. Set consisting of Dining Table, 2x Benches and 2x Armchairs. The inclusion of the UNESCO World
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Pierre Jeanneret 056 Capitol Complex Dining Set, by Cassina
By Cassina, Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
with the finest materials, this set includes a dining table, 2 chairs, and 2 armchairs. Jeanneret was
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Antique French Art Nouveau Dining Room Set by Eugène Vallin 1903 Table Chairs
By Eugène Vallin
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Exquisite & most rare! This French Art Nouveau dining set consisting of 8 chairs and matching table
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Dining Room Sets

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Pierre Jeanneret 056 Capitol Complex Dining Set, by Cassina
By Cassina, Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Italy. Set consisting of Dining Table, 2x Benches and 2x Armchairs. The inclusion of the UNESCO
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Pierre Jeanneret 056 Capitol Complex Dining Set, by Cassina
By Cassina, Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Italy. Set consisting of 1x Dining Table, 4x Capitol complex Chairs and 4x Capitol complex Office
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Pierre Jeanneret 056 Capitol Complex Dining Set, by Cassina
By Cassina, Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Italy. Set consisting of 1x Dining Table, 4x Capitol complex Chairs and 4x Capitol complex Office
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Table, en flamboyant, France 1960
Located in SAINT-SEVER, FR
librement de Charlotte Perriand pour le plateau de forme libre et de la table trapèze de Jean Prouvé pour le
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Vintage 1960s French Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood

Table, en flamboyant, France 1960
Table, en flamboyant, France 1960
H 29.14 in W 44.1 in D 106.3 in
Midcentury Jean Prouvé Stools
By Jean Prouvé
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Atelier Jean Prouvé designed for the Lycée Fabert, Metz. France, 1930s. Lacquered metal base and
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Steel

Pierre Chapo Solid Oak T21 'Model D' Table, France
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Table T21D designed by Pierre Chapo around 1960 and manufactured by Chapo Création in France, 2023
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Contemporary Dada Est. Oak Table - Artisan Crafted with Midcentury Design Charm
By DADA est.
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Introducing the Dada Est. Contemporary oak dining table, a stunning freeform piece handcrafted in
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2010s Spanish Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Friso Kramer Reform Working Table Ahrend de Cirkel 1955
By Friso Kramer
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
, Holland 1955. This dining table was a part of the Reform table program that was designed by Friso Kramer
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Wim Rietveld Pyramid Table Large Ahrend de Cirkel 1959
By Ahrend de Cirkel, Wim Rietveld
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
which is very nice looking on this table, very similar to the designs by Jean Prouve. Despite having
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Metal

Pierre Jeanneret 056 Capitol Complex Table Black Stained by Cassina
By Cassina, Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Table designed by Pierre Jeanneret circa 1950, relaunched in 2019. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Rare Henry P. Glass for “Stux” Patio or Dining Set
By Henry Glass
Located in Round Rock, TX
Incredibly rare dining or patio set designed by Henry P. Glass for Stux. The set is from the “ Stux
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Iron

Pierre Jeanneret and Le Corbusier LC12 La Roche Table by Cassina
By Le Corbusier, Cassina, Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Table designed by Pierre Jeanneret and Le Corbusier circa 1925, relaunched in 2006. Manufactured
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Steel

Majorelle Art Deco Cerused Oak Game Table Mid-Century France, 1940s
By Atelier Majorelle
Located in New York, NY
Majorelle deco cerused oak game dining table Mid-Century, France, 1930s-1940s Beautiful game
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Pierre Jeanneret 056 Capitol Complex Wood and Glass Table by Cassina
By Cassina, Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Table designed by Pierre Jeanneret circa 1950, relaunched in 2019. Manufactured by Cassina in
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood

Pierre Jeanneret 056 Capitol Complex Table Wood and Glass by Cassina
By Cassina, Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Table designed by Pierre Jeanneret circa 1950, relaunched in 2019. Manufactured by Cassina in
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Jean Prouve Attributed Rare Tripod Stool
By Jean Prouvé
Located in New York, NY
Tripod stool attributed to Atelier Jean Prouvé. Designed for local schools in France in the 1940s
Category

Vintage 1930s French Modern Stools

Materials

Metal

Pierre Jeanneret 056 Capitol Complex Wood and Glass Table by Cassina
By Cassina, Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Table designed by Pierre Jeanneret circa 1950 , relaunched in 2019. Manufactured by Cassina in
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood

Pierre Jeanneret 056 Capitol Complex Table Wood and Glass by Cassina
By Cassina, Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Table designed by Pierre Jeanneret circa 1950, relaunched in 2019. Manufactured by Cassina in
Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-TA-04-A Square Table / Authentic Mid-Century Chandigarh
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
character with its natural materials and warm colours. As a table, it is a center piece of every dining room
Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-TA-04-B Metal Square Table / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
natural materials and warm colours. As a table, it is a center piece of every dining room. P! Galerie’s
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Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Zinc

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-TA-09-A Judge Lunch Table / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
-century modern design artefacts by Pierre Jeanneret, Jean Prouvé, Le Corbusier, and Charlotte Perriand
Category

Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Teak

Vintage Elm Dining Table
Located in PARIS, FR
Rectangular wooden table, 1970s. Solid elm dining table in the style of Charlotte Perriand from the
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Mid-20th Century Tables

Materials

Elm

Vintage Elm Dining Table
Vintage Elm Dining Table
H 29.93 in W 98.43 in D 35.44 in
1940s Designer's Prototype Dual Position Table
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Unique and ingeniously-designed table, that can go from coffee table to dining table. The table is
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

1940s Designer's Prototype Dual Position Table
1940s Designer's Prototype Dual Position Table
H 28.75 in W 55.12 in D 31.5 in
Iron Table, France circa 1950s (Two Available)
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Rectangular dining table made of bent/folded sheet metal, with traces of off-white paint. Tapering
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Vintage 1950s French Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Metal

Iron Table, France circa 1950s (Two Available)
Iron Table, France circa 1950s (Two Available)
H 30.71 in W 47.25 in D 33.86 in
Solid Wood Set - Stools & Table - Jean Prouvé & Pierre Janneret - Period: XXth
By Jean Prouvé, Pierre Jeanneret
Located in CRÉTEIL, FR
Delightful set in solid wood, composed of a coffee table and a pair of tripod stools works realized
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Vintage 1940s Stools

Materials

Wood

Jean Prouvé Tabouret Solvay Stools in American Walnut
By Jean Prouvé, Vitra
Located in Glendale, CA
Jean Prouvé Tabouret Solvay stool in American walnut. Tabouret Solvay bears the unmistakable
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Steel

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Prouve Dining Table For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal prouve dining table for your home. A prouve dining table — often made from metal, wood and steel — can elevate any home. Find 46 options for an antique or vintage prouve dining table now, or shop our selection of 5 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the prouve dining table you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right prouve dining table, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Industrial styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one prouve dining table that is appealing in its simplicity, but Jean Prouvé, Vitra and Guy Rey-Millet produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Prouve Dining Table?

A prouve dining table can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,772, while the lowest priced sells for $431 and the highest can go for as much as $110,000.
Questions About Prouve 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 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 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 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 ExpertMay 3, 2024
    How long a bench for a dining table should be depends on the length of the table. Generally, a dining bench should be equal in length, or 1 or 2 inches shorter, than the length of the side of the dining table where you intend to place it. For example, if your rectangular dining table is 60 inches long, benches that are 58 to 60 inches long would work well. Shop a wide range of dining room furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 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.

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  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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