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What is Alter Table?
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With respect to furniture, an alter table — the correct spelling is altar table — is a type of table used for worship or prayer. Mostly it’s a wooden table used for religious celebrations. It comes in different sizes based on the needs and preferences of the community or individual. Check out 1stDibs for a collection of antique altar tables.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
Shop for Alter Tables on 1stDibs
Antique Alter Table 'Bar'
Located in Washington, DC
A very interesting hand-painted antique alter table which would make a great bar.
It’s made of pine and has the original paintwork which has some wear.
Category
Antique Late 18th Century French French Provincial Carts and Bar Carts
Materials
Wood
$10,700
19th Century Chinese Elm Alter Table
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
This 19th-century Chinese Elm Alter Table features dark elm wood with ornate carved legs and a distressed finish, giving it a warm, well-worn character.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Console Tables
Materials
Elm
Chinese Hardwood Alter Table, 19th Century
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A good quality 19th century Chinese hardwood alter table, having a three panelled burr wood top.
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Console Tables
Materials
Hardwood
19th Century Chinese Alter Table
Located in Norwood, NJ
Impressive Chinese 19th century alter table. Console table with fine carving. Fretwork along the entirety of the front and back.
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Furniture
Materials
Hardwood
Chinese 19th Century Inlaid Alter Table
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very good quality late 19th Century Chinese hardwood alter table with inset marble to the top and mother of pearl inlay to the frieze and legs, circa 1890.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese and East Asian Rugs
Materials
Marble
Chinese Mahogany Low Alter Table with Birds & Flora Design
Located in Shrewsbury, GB
A Chinese mahogany low alter table inspired by Chinese design. An elegantly simple shape with intricate Chinese design details.
Category
20th Century Side Tables
Materials
Mahogany
