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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 carved bulbous cup and cover supports
Category
Early 20th Century British Farm Tables
Materials
Oak
Oak Refectory Table
Located in Cheshire, GB
Oak refectory table, the rectangular solid oak top. Above carved bulbous cup and cover supports
Category
Early 20th Century British Farm Tables
Materials
Oak
Oak Refectory Table
Located in Cheshire, GB
Large oak refectory table, the thick top with cleated ends raised up on square and compass slab
Category
Early 20th Century British Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak
Elm Refectory Table
Located in Sherborne, GB
5942
Elm Refectory Table
With 4 plank top and painted base
Items can be delivered by independent
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Country Farm Tables
Materials
Elm
English Oak Refectory Table
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1940
English oak refectory table
sku 1400
Measures:W 138 x D 69 x H 75 cm
Category
20th Century Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak
Large Oak Refectory Table
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A good scale refectory table crafted from oak with large rectangular, stripped plank top. Raised on
Category
Vintage 1910s European Tables
Materials
Oak
