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Do architects still use drafting tables?
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Yes, many architects still use drafting tables. Although much of architectural design involves computer-aided drafting, many professionals still prefer to draw by hand. Artists may also purchase drafting tables for producing illustrations and sketches. Find a collection of drafting tables on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
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Antique Drafting Table
Located in Los angeles, CA
Antique Drafting Table
Category
20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Iron
$2,808
20th Century Industrial Drafting Table
By Alvin Corporation
Located in New York, NY
Vintage wood and cast iron Industrial drafting table with an adjustable height and a pivoting surface .
Category
Mid-20th Century American Industrial Industrial and Work Tables
Materials
Iron
Vintage Architect Drafting Table, circa 1940
Located in Napa, CA
Vintage metal and wood architect's or drafting table. Tubular steel with wood tabletop, circa 1940, mid-20th century.
Category
Vintage 1940s Industrial and Work Tables
Materials
Wood
$3,920 Sale Price
20% Off
Marcel Bauer Draft Table, Mid 20th Century
Located in Praha, CZ
Marcel Bauer draft table, min 20th century, made in Germany
Made of chrome and wood.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Side Tables
Materials
Chrome
Vintage Adjustable Top Oak Drafting Table
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is a vintage drafting table from the early 20th century. It's made of solid oak and has through tenons.
Category
20th Century American Arts and Crafts Game Tables
Materials
Felt, Oak
$2,320 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Hamilton Drafting Table / Writing Desk
Located in Oakville, CT
Vintage Hamilton Drafting Table & Desk with 2 Storage Drawers & 3 Flat File Drawers
Overall Dimensions: 38 3/4" deep x 72" wide x 37 high
Top Dimensions (excluding edge piece): 37 ...
Category
Early 20th Century Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Metal


