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Why is it called a pier table?
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The reason why it is called a pier table comes from the original placement of the furniture. Pier tables emerged during the 16th and 17th centuries in Europe. Households often placed these tables along walls in between windows. In architectural terminology, the area between two windows is known as the pier. Find a wide range of pier tables on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
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Georgian Satinwood Pier Table
Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire
A George III Sheraton period demi-lune pier table in satinwood with rosewood crossbanding and boxwood and ebony stringing.
Category
Antique Late 18th Century English Sheraton Tables
Materials
Satinwood
Pier Table
Located in New York, NY
One of the signature forms of the Neo-Classical period, the pier (or console) table received its name from its typical use against the wall, or pier, between two windows.
Category
Antique 1810s American Neoclassical Tables
Materials
Marble, Brass, Bronze, Lead
$65,000
18th Century Satinwood Pier Table
Located in Lincolnshire, GB
A fine 18th century satinwood pier table of superb colour and patination with cross banding, standing on elegant square tapering legs.
Category
Antique 18th Century English Side Tables
Materials
Satinwood
Antique Satinwood and Painted Pier Table
Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire
An attractive satinwood and faux painted satinwood pier table in the manner of Seddon, Son and Shackleton.
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Console Tables
Materials
Satinwood
Pair Of Regency Pier Tables
Located in Reepham, GB
A Pair of Early 19th Century Mahogany, Ebony & Gilt Bronze Mounted Pier Tables of exceptional quality, the highly figured mahogany tops with ebonised sides, the friezes with egg and ...
Category
Antique Early 19th Century African Console Tables
Materials
Bronze
$102,578 / set
Empire Classical Marble Top Pier Table, New York
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
This handsome American classical pier table features cut brass borders, bronze mounts, and 'Egyptian' marble columns, pilasters, and top.
Category
Antique Early 19th Century American American Classical Console Tables
Materials
Marble, Bronze
