What is the best dining table?

Dining tables come in a huge variety of styles and are often chosen according to individual preference. The best dining tables are ones that are sturdy, well-made and able to withstand wear and tear. You should also consider your space limitations as well as budget. Find a versatile collection of antique and vintage dining tables on 1stDibs today.

What is the narrowest A dining table can be?

The narrowest a dining table can be is 36 inches. This leaves 18 inches of space for each of the guests on the opposite side of the table, as well as room in the center for serving dishes or platters. Find a collection of antique and vintage dining tables on 1stDibs today.

What is the height of a dining table?

The height of a dining table varies from piece to piece. However, standard dining tables are usually 28 to 30 inches tall. Counter-height tables are taller at 34 to 36 inches, and bar-height tables are the highest at 40 to 42 inches high. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of dining tables from some of the world's top sellers.

How wide should a dining table be?

How wide a dining table should be largely depends on its shape. Most rectangular and oval dining tables are 36 to 40 inches wide. Round table widths or diameters vary and will determine how many people can sit comfortably at one time. Generally, a round table 36 to 44 inches in width is ideal for up to four people, while ones that are 44 to 54 inches in diameter can accommodate four to six. Tables between 54 and 59 inches in width are suitable for six to eight people. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of dining tables.

Is a dining table necessary?

No, a dining table isn't always necessary. People who eat only a few meals at home may not need a dining table, and some people prefer to eat at kitchen counters using counter-height stools. Or, they may choose to sit on the floor in front of a coffee table or to take their meals at a desk or on a TV tray or end table. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of dining tables.

How high should a dining table be?

How high a dining table should be varies. If you already have your dining chairs, look for a table that is 10 to 12 inches taller than the seat height to provide ample legroom. The standard height for dining tables is around 30 inches. However, you can opt for taller pieces, such as 34- to 36-inch counter-height tables or 40- to 42-inch bar-height tables. Shop a large selection of dining tables on 1stDibs.

How thick should a dining table be?

How thick a dining table should be varies. Many tables feature tops that are between 0.75 and 1 inch in thickness. However, some tables may have tops that are up to 2 inches thick. Typically, tables with thicker tops will have a more rustic appearance. Shop a large selection of dining tables on 1stDibs.

What is a dining table with leaf?

A dining table with leaf is a dining table that has its middle part as solid and remains in place, but the two sides of the table drop down on a hinge, so they hang at the side. This is where the name 'drop leaf' comes from. Many homeowners have decided to go with leaf tables as they offer a lot of flexibility to their homes. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of dining table options as well as a range of vintage and antique drop-leaf tables.

What is an MCM dining table?

An MCM dining table is a table that reflects the mid-century modern style. Typically these tables are functional and have clean minimalist lines. MCM furniture is made with a variety of materials and colors, but wood is the most common. Find a selection of mid-century modern tables and furniture on 1stDibs.

What are the chairs at a dining table called?

The chairs at a dining table are generally just called dining chairs. Chairs without arms that go along the sides of a table are side chairs. Typically positioned at the ends of tables, dining chairs framed by arms are armchairs. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of antique, vintage and contemporary dining chairs.

What is a draw leaf dining table?

A draw-leaf dining table means that the table’s leaves are stored under the main tabletop. The top of the table is lifted slightly on its frame and the leaves pulled out on each end. Relatedly, a drop-leaf table is a table with a fixed center section, but on either side of that, there are hinged leaves that can be raised or lowered according to your specific needs. The purpose of a drop-leaf table is to save space when the table is not in use. Drop-leaf tables can also be used as nightstands, side tables, coffee tables, and desks. Find a collection of antique and vintage draw-leaf dining tables on 1stDibs today.

What is the best width for a dining table?

The best width for a dining table may vary upon your needs. Typically, the width of a dining table may range from approximately 36 to 40 inches, and you want to make sure you allow for approximately three feet of walking space around the table in your dining room so that guests can move freely. Shop a wide range of vintage and antique dining tables on 1stDibs today.

How long should a bench be for a dining table?

How long a bench for a dining table should be depends on the length of the table. Generally, a dining bench should be equal in length, or 1 or 2 inches shorter, than the length of the side of the dining table where you intend to place it. For example, if your rectangular dining table is 60 inches long, benches that are 58 to 60 inches long would work well. Shop a wide range of dining room furniture on 1stDibs.

Are ceramic dining tables good?

Yes, ceramic dining tables are really good as they are very strong and durable. Made from sturdy materials, ceramic dining tables are resistant to spills, cuts, scratches and extreme heat. You can select from varying styles of ceramic dining tables, including Antique, Vintage, 21st Century, Mid Century on 1st Dibs.

How can I identify my antique dining table?

To identify your antique dining table, first check to see if there is a maker’s mark on the underside. If there are no identifying marks or stamps, a furniture appraiser can check the style and the hardwood used to identify your piece. Shop a collection of antique furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Do chairs have to match the dining table?

Dining room chairs and dining tables do not necessarily have to match.

Are extendable dining tables worth it?

Whether extendable dining tables are worth it is a matter of personal opinion. The selling point of an extendable dining table is that it allows you to increase the length of your table when you're hosting guests for meals and conserve space on days when you're not. If you frequently entertain and the size of your dining room makes having a large table impractical, an extendable table may be an ideal solution. On 1stDibs, find a collection of extendable dining tables.

Is a round dining table practical?

Yes, a round dining table is practical. Typically, shapes of dining tables that don't have corners save the most space. Working with a tighter space may mean that a round or oval dining room table, a design that references the festive meals of the medieval era, may be a better fit. Round dining room tables, particularly those that originated in the Art Deco period, still endure as a popular contemporary substitute for traditional rectangular dining tables. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of dining tables from some of the world's top sellers.

How tall is the typical dining table?

Dining room tables are typically 30 inches high.

What is the best wood for a dining table?

The best wood for a dining table is a matter of preference. Oakwood is widely used due to its durability and open grain structure. It can withstand surface scratches and can be easily sanded and refinished. Find a range of antique and vintage dining tables on 1stDibs.

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Regency Mahogany Three Pillar Dining Table

$20,513

Regency Mahogany Three Pillar Dining Table

Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire

A good Regency triple pillar dining table in figured mahogany, only 48” wide, handsome four splay pedestals with their original tops, the stems with 2 ebonised turnings matching the ...

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Antique 1810s English Regency Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

18th Century Mahogany Three-Pillar Dining Table

$28,919

18th Century Mahogany Three-Pillar Dining Table

Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire

Late 18th Century Mahogany Three Pillar Dining Table A fine late 18th century three pillar dining table with four handsome umbrella shaped legs, gun barrel stems and original cup cas...

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Antique Late 18th Century English George III Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Regency Two-Pillar Dining Table in Solid Mahogany, England

$1,809

Regency Two-Pillar Dining Table in Solid Mahogany, England

Located in Kastrup, DK

Regency two-pillar dining table with one additional centre leaf.

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Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

Regency Twin Pillar Dining Table

$10,962

Regency Twin Pillar Dining Table

Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire

A fine Regency dining table with rare telescopic extending action; figured mahogany; elegant twin 4-splay pedestals with handsome brass casters; attractive frieze and tablet.

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Antique 1820s English Regency Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Regency mahogany twin pillar dining table

$4,304

Regency mahogany twin pillar dining table

Located in Cheshire, GB

Regency dining table, the large rectangular top with rounded corners and moulded edge opening to incorporate additional leaf. Raised up on two pedestals with turned detail supported ...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century British Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique Georgian Mahogany Extending Triple Pillar Dining Table 12–14 Seater

$36,318

Antique Georgian Mahogany Extending Triple Pillar Dining Table 12–14 Seater

Located in Suffolk, GB

A fine quality Georgian mahogany triple pillar dining table of generous proportions designed to seat twelve to fourteen people comfortably when fully extended.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Georgian Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique 8ft Regency Metamorphic 3 Pillar Dining Table, 19th Century

$12,442

Antique 8ft Regency Metamorphic 3 Pillar Dining Table, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a fabulous high quality antique flame mahogany Regency Period metamorphic triple pillar dining table that can seat 10 people in comfort, dating from Circa 1820.

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Antique 1820s English Regency Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Mahogany Console Tables Which Convert into a Twin Pillar Dining Table

$31,946

Pair of Mahogany Console Tables Which Convert into a Twin Pillar Dining Table

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

A rare and most unusual late George III pair of mahogany console tables which convert into a twin pillar dining table, each of the two tops set on a turned baluster support on four s...

Category

Antique 1810s English Console Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Regency RevivalTwin Pillar Dining Table & 10 Chairs Mid 20th Century

$11,097 / item

Vintage Regency RevivalTwin Pillar Dining Table & 10 Chairs Mid 20th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a fabulous high quality antique flame mahogany Regency revival twin pillar dining table and a set of ten Hepplewhite Revival dining chairs, dating from the mid-20th century.

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Mid-20th Century Regency Revival Dining Room Sets

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage 13ft Regency Revival Triple Pillar Dining Table Mid 20th Century

$5,716

Vintage 13ft Regency Revival Triple Pillar Dining Table Mid 20th Century

Located in London, GB

This is an elegant vintage Regency Revival three pillar dining table that can comfortably seat sixteen people and dates from th mid 20th Century.

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Mid-20th Century Regency Revival Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Regency Mahogany Twin Pillar Dining Table, England, Circa 1835

$16,141

Regency Mahogany Twin Pillar Dining Table, England, Circa 1835

Located in Bedfordshire, GB

A very fine quality Regency period mahogany twin pillar extending dining table having exceptionally well figured top to tilting ends and original removable leaf raised on turned cent...

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Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique 11ft Regency Triple Pillar Dining Table Circa 1820 & 10 Chairs

$22,194 / set

Antique 11ft Regency Triple Pillar Dining Table Circa 1820 & 10 Chairs

Located in London, GB

This is an elegant antique dining set that comprises an antique Regency triple pillar dining table dating from C1820 and a set of ten George II Revival dining chairs Circa 1900 in ...

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Antique 1820s Regency Dining Room Sets

Materials

Mahogany

Scandinavian Modern Two Pillar Dining Table by Jacob Kjaer

$45,000

Scandinavian Modern Two Pillar Dining Table by Jacob Kjaer

By Jacob Kjaer

Located in Minneapolis, MN

This lovely traditional style mahogany dining table boasts a 1930's design with modernist 'pillar' style legs. 88"l x 39" d x 29" with no leaves inserted.

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique 13ft Whytock & Reid Triple Pillar Dining Table & 12 chairs 19th Century

$19,436 / set

Antique 13ft Whytock & Reid Triple Pillar Dining Table & 12 chairs 19th Century

By Whytock & Reid

Located in London, GB

This is an elegant dining set that comprises an antique Regency Revival triple pillar dining table, by the renowned Edinburgh cabinet makers Whytock & Reid, Circa 1900 in date an...

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Early 20th Century Scottish Edwardian Dining Room Sets

Materials

Brass

Antique Regency Triple Pillar Dining Table 20th Century & 14 Swag back Chairs

$18,159 / set

Antique Regency Triple Pillar Dining Table 20th Century & 14 Swag back Chairs

By Whytock & Reid

Located in London, GB

This is an elegant dining set that comprises an antique Regency Revival triple pillar dining table, by the renowned Edinburgh cabinet makers Whytock & Reid, Circa 1900 in date, a...

Category

Early 20th Century Scottish Edwardian Dining Room Sets

Materials

Brass

Vintage 13ft Regency Revival Triple Pillar Dining Table & 16 chairs 20th Century

$18,337 / set

Vintage 13ft Regency Revival Triple Pillar Dining Table & 16 chairs 20th Century

Located in London, GB

This is an elegant vintage dining set that comprises a Regency Revival triple pillar dining table and a set of sixteen barback dining chairs, all dating from the mid 20th Century.

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Mid-20th Century Regency Revival Dining Room Sets

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage 15ft Regency Revival 3 pillar dining table & 14 Swagback chairs 20th C

$18,495 / item

Vintage 15ft Regency Revival 3 pillar dining table & 14 Swagback chairs 20th C

Located in London, GB

This is fabulous Vintage Regency Revival dining set comprising a triple pillar dining table and a superb set of fourteen swag back dining chairs, mid 20th Century in date The tabl...

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Mid-20th Century Regency Revival Dining Room Sets

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage 15ft Regency Revival 3 pillar dining table & 16 chairs Mid 20th Century

$20,849 / item

Vintage 15ft Regency Revival 3 pillar dining table & 16 chairs Mid 20th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a fabulous Vintage Regency Revival dining set comprising a triple pillar dining table and a set of sixteen bar back dining chairs, mid 20th Century in date The table is ma...

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Mid-20th Century Regency Revival Dining Room Sets

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage 13ft Regency Pillar Dining Table 20th C &16 Antique Chairs 19th Century

$15,132 / set

Vintage 13ft Regency Pillar Dining Table 20th C &16 Antique Chairs 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is an elegant vintage dining set that comprises a Regency Revival triple pillar dining table, dating from the mid 20th Century and a set of sixteen antique victorian dining ch...

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Antique 1880s Regency Revival Dining Room Sets

Materials

Mahogany

Antique 11ft Regency Triple Pillar Dining Table C 18230 & 10 Chairs 20th Century

$15,805 / set

Antique 11ft Regency Triple Pillar Dining Table C 18230 & 10 Chairs 20th Century

Located in London, GB

This is an elegant antique dining set that comprises an antique Regency triple pillar dining table dating from C1820 and a set of ten antique Chippendale Revival dining chairs Circ...

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Antique 1820s Revival Dining Room Sets

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage 9ft Mahogany Twin Pillar Dining Table by William Tillman 20thCentury

$3,968

Vintage 9ft Mahogany Twin Pillar Dining Table by William Tillman 20thCentury

By William Tillman

Located in London, GB

This is a fabulous Vintage Regency Revival twin pillar dining table by the master cabinet maker William Tillman, Circa 1980 in date.

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Vintage 1980s Regency Revival Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Regency Revival Triple Pillar Dining Table Whytock & Reid 20th Century

$10,424

Antique Regency Revival Triple Pillar Dining Table Whytock & Reid 20th Century

By Whytock & Reid

Located in London, GB

This is an elegant antique Edwardian three-pillar Regency Revival dining table by the renowned Edinburgh cabinet makers Whytock & Reid, Circa 1900.

Category

Early 20th Century Scottish Edwardian Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

Vintage 15ft Regency Revival Triple Pillar Dining Table Mid 20th Century

$10,088

Vintage 15ft Regency Revival Triple Pillar Dining Table Mid 20th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a fabulous Vintage Regency Revival triple pedestal dining table dating from the mid 20th Century. The table is made from stunning flame mahogany and is raised on three "gun...

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Mid-20th Century Regency Revival Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage 8ft Crossbanded Twin Pillar Dining Table William Tillman 20th Century

$3,833

Vintage 8ft Crossbanded Twin Pillar Dining Table William Tillman 20th Century

Located in London, GB

This is fabulous Vintage Regency Revival dining table by the master cabinet maker William Tillman, Circa 1980 in date. The table is made of stunning solid flame mahogany with sat...

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Late 20th Century Regency Revival Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

Antique 11ft George IV Regency Triple Pillar Dining Table C1830 19th Century

$10,424

Antique 11ft George IV Regency Triple Pillar Dining Table C1830 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is an elegant antique George IV Regency triple pillar flame mahogany dining table that dates from Circa 1820.

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Antique 1830s English George IV Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique 7ft George III Regency Period Twin Pillar Dining Table 19th Century

$8,406

Antique 7ft George III Regency Period Twin Pillar Dining Table 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is an elegant antique George III Regency Period flame mahogany twin pedestal extending dining table, Circa 1820 in date. The table top is of beautiful flame mahogany with a mou...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

Regency Style Mahogany Twin Pillar Dining/Boardroom Table

$2,622

Regency Style Mahogany Twin Pillar Dining/Boardroom Table

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

Mid 20th Century Regency Style Mahogany Twin Pillar Dining Table This elegant Regency-style extending dining table, crafted in rich mahogany, dates from circa 1950s-1970s.

Category

Mid-20th Century Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Regency Revival Twin Pillar Flame Mahogany Dining Table Mid 20th Century

$5,178

Vintage Regency Revival Twin Pillar Flame Mahogany Dining Table Mid 20th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a fabulous high quality vintage flame mahogany Regency revival twin pillar dining table that can seat 10 people in comfort and dating from mid-20th century.

Category

Mid-20th Century Regency Revival Dining Room Sets

Materials

Mahogany

Regency Three Pillar Mahogany Dining Table

$14,123

Regency Three Pillar Mahogany Dining Table

Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire

An attractive Regency dining table in figured mahogany, the veneered frieze above three elegant 4 splay bases: handsome turned pillars and sabre legs with carved moulded tops and the...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Regency Three Pillar Mahogany Dining Table

$18,764

Regency Three Pillar Mahogany Dining Table

Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire

An attractive Regency dining table in figured mahogany, the veneered frieze above three elegant 4 splay bases: handsome turned pillars and sabre legs with carved moulded tops and the...

Category

Antique 1810s English Regency Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Dining Table Two Pillar 19th century England

$18,600

Dining Table Two Pillar 19th century England

Located in New York, NY

A dining table made during the early 19th century in England. Suitable for 8 - 10 persons. Made from solid mahogany. Legs terminating on paw brass toe caps and casters. Matt and waxe...

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Antique Early 19th Century English Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Superb Quality Antique Regency Three-Pillar Mahogany Dining Table

$25,355

Superb Quality Antique Regency Three-Pillar Mahogany Dining Table

Located in Suffolk, GB

A superb Regency three-pillar mahogany dining table of exceptional quality and generous proportions capable of seating 12 to 14 diners comfortably.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Regency Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Kupoli Dining Table Pillar 18 by Cameron Design House

$24,872 / item

Kupoli Dining Table Pillar 18 by Cameron Design House

Located in Geneve, CH

Kupoli Dining Table Pillar 18 by Cameron Design House Dimensions: D 156 x W 280 x H 75 cm.

Category

2010s English Post-Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Metal

Antique Regency Mahogany 12 Seater Three Pillar Extending Dining Table

$30,265

Antique Regency Mahogany 12 Seater Three Pillar Extending Dining Table

Located in Suffolk, GB

A fine quality Regency mahogany three pillar extending dining table of impressive scale and elegant proportion.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Regency Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Georgian Three Pillar Mahogany Extending Dining Table 16 Seater

$47,751

Antique Georgian Three Pillar Mahogany Extending Dining Table 16 Seater

Located in Suffolk, GB

A superb quality Georgian three pillar extending dining table in the finest mahogany of excellent scale and proportion.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Georgian Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Late 20th Century Georgian Style Three Pillar Mahogany Dining Table

$5,367

Late 20th Century Georgian Style Three Pillar Mahogany Dining Table

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Late 20th Century extending mahogany dining table in George III style with reeded edge to top.

Category

Late 20th Century English Georgian Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

English Solid Mahogany Twin Pillar Dining Room Table - 19th Century

$5,719

English Solid Mahogany Twin Pillar Dining Room Table - 19th Century

Located in Brussels, Brussels

Superbe table de salle à manger anglaise en acajou massif du 19° siècle Très belle table qui dispose de deux pieds tripode terminant par des roulettes en bronze. Très beau piètement ...

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Georgian Figured Mahogany 3 Pillar Extending Dining Table Circa 1800

$30,265

Antique Georgian Figured Mahogany 3 Pillar Extending Dining Table Circa 1800

Located in Suffolk, GB

A superb antique Georgian figured mahogany 3 pillar extending dining table of outstanding scale and elegant timeless design.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Figured Mahogany Quality Three-Pillar 18 Seater Extending Dining Table

$13,249

Antique Figured Mahogany Quality Three-Pillar 18 Seater Extending Dining Table

Located in Suffolk, GB

A substantial antique figured mahogany three-pillar extending dining table of classic rectangular form with softly rounded corners raised on three elegant reeded pedestal supports te...

Category

Early 20th Century English Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Regency Revival Flame Mahogany Dining Table & 10 Chairs Mid 20th Century

$9,214 / set

Vintage Regency Revival Flame Mahogany Dining Table & 10 Chairs Mid 20th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a fabulous high quality antique flame mahogany Regency revival twin pillar dining table and a set of ten Regency Revival dining chairs, dating from the mid-20th century.

Category

Mid-20th Century Regency Revival Dining Room Sets

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Twin Pillar Flame Mahogany Dining Table William Tillman 20th Century

$3,631

Vintage Twin Pillar Flame Mahogany Dining Table William Tillman 20th Century

By William Tillman

Located in London, GB

This is a fabulous Vintage Regency Revival dining table by the master cabinet maker William Tillman, Circa 1980 in date. The table is made of stunning, solid flame mahogany with sa...

Category

Late 20th Century English Regency Revival Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

Dining Table with Three Indented Oak Pillars and Marron Marble By José Castro

$12,451 / item

Dining Table with Three Indented Oak Pillars and Marron Marble By José Castro

Located in New York, NY

This dining table is a remarkable study in form and function.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Marble

A Fine Quality and Large Four Pillar Brown Oak Extending Dining Table, c.1900

$89,786

A Fine Quality and Large Four Pillar Brown Oak Extending Dining Table, c.1900

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

A Fine Quality and Large Four Pillar Brown Oak Extending Dining Table, c.1900, This fine extending dining table has four pillars and, with the replacement extending leaves added, can...

Category

20th Century English Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Dining Table with Plastered Three-Pillar Base and Oak Wood Top By José Castro

$11,713 / item

Dining Table with Plastered Three-Pillar Base and Oak Wood Top By José Castro

Located in New York, NY

Round dining table with plastered three pillars base and rounded oak wood with cerused finish tabletop.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood, Plaster

COOKE & SON VINTAGE BURR YEW WOOD REGENCY PILLAR BASE 4 TO 6 PERSON DiNING TABLE

$2,353

COOKE & SON VINTAGE BURR YEW WOOD REGENCY PILLAR BASE 4 TO 6 PERSON DiNING TABLE

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

All Vintage Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage Cooke & Son Burr Yew wood oval dining table to seat four to six people with and ornate Regency style tripod tw...

Category

20th Century English Regency Dining Room Tables

Materials

Yew

"Three Pillar Mahogany Table Regency Style Approx. 1900

$4,236

"Three Pillar Mahogany Table Regency Style Approx. 1900

Located in Kastrup, DK

Regency style 3 pedestal dining table in solid mahogany with two extension leaves with demi lune ends.

Category

20th Century English Regency Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

Solid Oak Trestle Table English made, Turned Pillars and Trestle Base

$6,495

Solid Oak Trestle Table English made, Turned Pillars and Trestle Base

Located in Toronto, CA

Solid Oak Trestle Table English made, Turned Pillars and Trestle Base A magnificent English oak trestle dining table of impressive scale, measuring 96 inches in length and possessing...

Category

20th Century English Elizabethan Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Perimeter Dining Table

$7,675 / item

Perimeter Dining Table

Located in Annville, PA

The elegant base of the Perimeter Dining Table is pillared over top a central platform resting on shaped and tapered legs capped with beautiful brass, Regency style feet.

Category

2010s Chippendale Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Low Pillar Lamp Table of Oak in the Style of Anton Kildeberg + Kjærnulf 1970s

$1,108

Low Pillar Lamp Table of Oak in the Style of Anton Kildeberg + Kjærnulf 1970s

By Anton Kildeberg, Anton Kildebergs Møbelfabrik, Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

Low pillar side table and lamp table of solid- and oak veneer in the style of Anton Kildeberg and Henning Kjærnulf crafted in the 1970s. Made in the 1970s by Danish furniture factor...

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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Leather Top Perimeter Dining Table

$9,945 / item

Leather Top Perimeter Dining Table

Located in Annville, PA

The elegant base of the Perimeter Dining Table is pillared over top a central platform resting on shaped and tapered legs capped with beautiful brass, Regency style feet.

Category

2010s Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Sixty Inch Round Mahogany Dining Table

$6,390 / item

Sixty Inch Round Mahogany Dining Table

Located in Annville, PA

The elegant base of the Sixty Inch Round Mahogany Dining Table is pillared over top a central platform resting on shaped and tapered legs capped with beautiful brass, Regency style f...

Category

2010s Regency Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

ANTIQUE LOUIS XIII REVIVAL 10 PERSON WALNUT & MARBLE DiNING TABLE & CHAIR SUITE

$36,990 / set

ANTIQUE LOUIS XIII REVIVAL 10 PERSON WALNUT & MARBLE DiNING TABLE & CHAIR SUITE

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning, French Louis XIII Revival heavily carved with inset Marble plaques and Corinthian ...

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Antique 1860s English Louis XIII Dining Room Tables

Materials

Marble

Original Huge Andrew Varah Satinwood & Mother of Pearl Dining Table

$16,141

Original Huge Andrew Varah Satinwood & Mother of Pearl Dining Table

By Andrew Varah

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this sublime designer Andrew Varah 12-14 person, Satinwood with Mother of Pearl inlay, extra large Dining table Corinthian pillar legs which is par...

Category

20th Century European Art Deco Dining Room Sets

Materials

Satinwood

Pillar Bronze Table Lamp

$7,049Sale Price / item|20% Off

Pillar Bronze Table Lamp

Located in Paris, FR

Table lamp pillar bronze in casted bronze in medal finish. With alabaster lamp part. With 12Watt Led bulb and dimmer, 220-240 Volt, 50Hz. bulb not included. Also available in ca...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Table Lamps

Materials

Alabaster, Bronze

Handcrafted Makore Pillar Table Lamp

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Handcrafted Makore Pillar Table Lamp

By SUM Furniture

Located in London, GB

Handcrafted and turned from rich Makore wood, the Pillar lamp is a refined sculptural lighting piece that celebrates the warmth, depth, and natural beauty of solid timber. Elegant in...

Category

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Materials

Hardwood

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$1,089 / item

Handcrafted Yakisugi Pillar Table Lamp

By SUM Furniture

Located in London, GB

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Category

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Table, Pedestal Table or End Table, Pillar Model, Plated Metal.

$1,634 / item

Table, Pedestal Table or End Table, Pillar Model, Plated Metal.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Table, pedestal table or end table, Pillar model, design of a modern sculpture in plated metal, contemporary work. Table, pedestal table or pedestal table, Pilier model, inspired b...

Category

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Materials

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Pillar Dining Table For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the pillar dining table you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, mahogany and metal, every pillar dining table was constructed with great care. There are 125 variations of the antique or vintage pillar dining table you’re looking for, while we also have 12 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a pillar dining table — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Each pillar dining table bearing Regency, Georgian or Modern hallmarks is very popular. A well-made pillar dining table has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by William Tillman, Fort Standard and Henry Wilson are consistently popular.

How Much is a Pillar Dining Table?

Prices for a pillar dining table start at $267 and top out at $276,050 with the average selling for $7,484.

Finding the Right Tables for You

The right vintage, new or antique tables can help make any space in your home stand out.

Over the years, the variety of tables available to us, as well as our specific needs for said tables, has broadened. Today, with all manner of these must-have furnishings differing in shape, material and style, any dining room table can shine just as brightly as the guests who gather around it.

Remember, when shopping for a dining table, it must fit your dining area, and you need to account for space around the table too — think outside the box, as an oval dining table may work for tighter spaces. Alternatively, if you’ve got the room, a Regency-style dining table can elevate any formal occasion at mealtime.

Innovative furniture makers and designers have also redefined what a table can be. Whether it’s an unconventional Ping-Pong table, a brass side table to display your treasured collectibles or a Louis Vuitton steamer trunk to add an air of nostalgia to your loft, your table can say a lot about you.

The visionary work of French designer Xavier Lavergne, for example, includes tables that draw on the forms of celestial bodies as often as they do aquatic creatures or fossils. Elsewhere, Italian architect Gae Aulenti, who looked to Roman architecture in crafting her stately Jumbo coffee table, created clever glass-topped mobile coffee tables that move on bicycle tires or sculpted wood wheels for Fontana Arte.

Coffee and cocktail tables can serve as a room’s centerpiece with attention-grabbing details and colors. Glass varieties will keep your hardwood flooring and dazzling area rugs on display, while a marble or stone coffee table in a modern interior can showcase your prized art books and decorative objects. A unique vintage desk or writing table can bring sophistication and even a bit of spice to your work life.

No matter your desired form or function, a quality table for your living space is a sound investment. On 1stDibs, browse a collection of vintage, new and antique bedside tables, mid-century end tables and more .

Questions About Pillar Dining Table

What is the best dining table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
Dining tables come in a huge variety of styles and are often chosen according to individual preference. The best dining tables are ones that are sturdy, well-made and able to withstand wear and tear. You should also consider your space limitations as well as budget. Find a versatile collection of antique and vintage dining tables on 1stDibs today.
What is the narrowest A dining table can be?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
The narrowest a dining table can be is 36 inches. This leaves 18 inches of space for each of the guests on the opposite side of the table, as well as room in the center for serving dishes or platters. Find a collection of antique and vintage dining tables on 1stDibs today.
What is the height of a dining table?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
The height of a dining table varies from piece to piece. However, standard dining tables are usually 28 to 30 inches tall. Counter-height tables are taller at 34 to 36 inches, and bar-height tables are the highest at 40 to 42 inches high. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of dining tables from some of the world's top sellers.
How wide should a dining table be?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
How wide a dining table should be largely depends on its shape. Most rectangular and oval dining tables are 36 to 40 inches wide. Round table widths or diameters vary and will determine how many people can sit comfortably at one time. Generally, a round table 36 to 44 inches in width is ideal for up to four people, while ones that are 44 to 54 inches in diameter can accommodate four to six. Tables between 54 and 59 inches in width are suitable for six to eight people. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of dining tables.
Is a dining table necessary?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
No, a dining table isn't always necessary. People who eat only a few meals at home may not need a dining table, and some people prefer to eat at kitchen counters using counter-height stools. Or, they may choose to sit on the floor in front of a coffee table or to take their meals at a desk or on a TV tray or end table. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of dining tables.
How high should a dining table be?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
How high a dining table should be varies. If you already have your dining chairs, look for a table that is 10 to 12 inches taller than the seat height to provide ample legroom. The standard height for dining tables is around 30 inches. However, you can opt for taller pieces, such as 34- to 36-inch counter-height tables or 40- to 42-inch bar-height tables. Shop a large selection of dining tables on 1stDibs.
How thick should a dining table be?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
How thick a dining table should be varies. Many tables feature tops that are between 0.75 and 1 inch in thickness. However, some tables may have tops that are up to 2 inches thick. Typically, tables with thicker tops will have a more rustic appearance. Shop a large selection of dining tables on 1stDibs.
What is a dining table with leaf?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
A dining table with leaf is a dining table that has its middle part as solid and remains in place, but the two sides of the table drop down on a hinge, so they hang at the side. This is where the name 'drop leaf' comes from. Many homeowners have decided to go with leaf tables as they offer a lot of flexibility to their homes. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of dining table options as well as a range of vintage and antique drop-leaf tables.
What is an MCM dining table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
An MCM dining table is a table that reflects the mid-century modern style. Typically these tables are functional and have clean minimalist lines. MCM furniture is made with a variety of materials and colors, but wood is the most common. Find a selection of mid-century modern tables and furniture on 1stDibs.
What are the chairs at a dining table called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
The chairs at a dining table are generally just called dining chairs. Chairs without arms that go along the sides of a table are side chairs. Typically positioned at the ends of tables, dining chairs framed by arms are armchairs. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of antique, vintage and contemporary dining chairs.
What is a draw leaf dining table?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
A draw-leaf dining table means that the table’s leaves are stored under the main tabletop. The top of the table is lifted slightly on its frame and the leaves pulled out on each end. Relatedly, a drop-leaf table is a table with a fixed center section, but on either side of that, there are hinged leaves that can be raised or lowered according to your specific needs. The purpose of a drop-leaf table is to save space when the table is not in use. Drop-leaf tables can also be used as nightstands, side tables, coffee tables, and desks. Find a collection of antique and vintage draw-leaf dining tables on 1stDibs today.
What is the best width for a dining table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
The best width for a dining table may vary upon your needs. Typically, the width of a dining table may range from approximately 36 to 40 inches, and you want to make sure you allow for approximately three feet of walking space around the table in your dining room so that guests can move freely. Shop a wide range of vintage and antique dining tables on 1stDibs today.
How long should a bench be for a dining table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
How long a bench for a dining table should be depends on the length of the table. Generally, a dining bench should be equal in length, or 1 or 2 inches shorter, than the length of the side of the dining table where you intend to place it. For example, if your rectangular dining table is 60 inches long, benches that are 58 to 60 inches long would work well. Shop a wide range of dining room furniture on 1stDibs.
Are ceramic dining tables good?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
Yes, ceramic dining tables are really good as they are very strong and durable. Made from sturdy materials, ceramic dining tables are resistant to spills, cuts, scratches and extreme heat. You can select from varying styles of ceramic dining tables, including Antique, Vintage, 21st Century, Mid Century on 1st Dibs.
How can I identify my antique dining table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To identify your antique dining table, first check to see if there is a maker’s mark on the underside. If there are no identifying marks or stamps, a furniture appraiser can check the style and the hardwood used to identify your piece. Shop a collection of antique furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
Do chairs have to match the dining table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs and dining tables do not necessarily have to match.
Are extendable dining tables worth it?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
Whether extendable dining tables are worth it is a matter of personal opinion. The selling point of an extendable dining table is that it allows you to increase the length of your table when you're hosting guests for meals and conserve space on days when you're not. If you frequently entertain and the size of your dining room makes having a large table impractical, an extendable table may be an ideal solution. On 1stDibs, find a collection of extendable dining tables.
Is a round dining table practical?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
Yes, a round dining table is practical. Typically, shapes of dining tables that don't have corners save the most space. Working with a tighter space may mean that a round or oval dining room table, a design that references the festive meals of the medieval era, may be a better fit. Round dining room tables, particularly those that originated in the Art Deco period, still endure as a popular contemporary substitute for traditional rectangular dining tables. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of dining tables from some of the world's top sellers.
How tall is the typical dining table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room tables are typically 30 inches high.
What is the best wood for a dining table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
The best wood for a dining table is a matter of preference. Oakwood is widely used due to its durability and open grain structure. It can withstand surface scratches and can be easily sanded and refinished. Find a range of antique and vintage dining tables on 1stDibs.

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