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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, England 1950
Located in Culver City, CA
Oak Refectory Table
England, 1950
Large rustic oak refectory table with a thick plank top, trestle-form base, diagonal braces, and long pegged stretcher.
100.75”L x 36.5”d x 29.5”...
Category
Vintage 1950s English Tables
Materials
Oak
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
Scrubbed oak refectory table
Located in Budleigh Salterton, GB
Mid 20th century scrubbed oak refectory table
French circa 1960’s having been cleaned and scrubbed to give a contemporary feel
The piece can come apart for ease of transportation...
Category
Mid-20th Century Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak
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
Arts & Crafts Oak Refectory Table
Located in Haywards Heath England, GB
Oak refectory table set on 6 oak chamfered legs united by sledge stretchers
Circa 1910
Dimensions
Height 76cm Width 275cm Depth 86cm
Category
Vintage 1910s English Arts and Crafts Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak
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
Knee height 69 cm
Category
Antique 18th Century Dining Room Tables
Materials
Elm
