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What is a skinny table called?
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A skinny table is formally called a console table. It is a long, horizontal and narrow table that is generally positioned behind a sofa or couch. It usually matches the sofa or couch in height but is a few inches shorter in length. Shop a range of antique and vintage console tables on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
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Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an antique Japanese solid wood low table.
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Primitive Sofa Tables
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Wood
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Located in Morazzone, Varese
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Japanese antique long wooden low table/1868-1920/simple design sofa table
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This exceptional Japanese long low table was crafted during the late Meiji to Taisho period (1868–1920). Originally used in everyday Japanese interiors, it embodies the quiet strengt...
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Japanese Antique Large Low Table 1900s-1940s / Primitive Display Table Wabi Sabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is a large antique Japanese low table, a sculptural piece that quietly commands attention while creating a strong visual center within a space. Devoid of unnecessary ornamentati...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Primitive Sofa Tables
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Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
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Wood
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Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This Japanese low table was crafted during the early Showa period (1900s–1940s) from an exceptional burl wood, most likely Karin burl wood. The entire piece, from the top to the legs...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Sofa Tables
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Wood
