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Why is it called a refectory table?
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A refectory table is called that because of its original purpose. When first made, these pieces of furniture served as dining tables in the dining rooms of monasteries. “Refectory” is another word for a dining room in a monastery, school or other institution. You'll find a collection of refectory tables on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
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Oak refectory table
Located in Cheshire, GB
Oak refectory table, the rectangular solid oak top. Above lobed carved bulbous supports united by a
Category
Early 20th Century British Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak
$3,611
18th C. Walnut Refectory Table
Located in New Orleans, LA
Walnut Refectory table with Iron Stretcher and Harp Legs
Category
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Dining Room Tables
Materials
Walnut
Monumental English Pine Refectory Table
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1900
Monumental English Pine Refectory Table
sku 1837
W324 x D73 x H73 cm
Weight 45 kg
Category
20th Century Dining Room Tables
Materials
Pine
18thC French Elm Refectory Table
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1780
18thC French Elm Refectory Table
sku 1670
An Exceptional Example
W200 x D70 x H75 cm
Category
Antique 18th Century Dining Room Tables
Materials
Elm
20th Century Heal's Oak Refectory Table
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A substantial size English Heal's oak refectory table.
Circa 1920.
Category
Vintage 1920s English Arts and Crafts Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak
English Renaissance Style Oak Refectory Table
Located in Queens, NY
English Renaissance style (20th Century) oak refectory table with oval top and stretcher.
Category
20th Century British Renaissance Revival Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak
