How do I identify an antique table?

You can identify an antique table in a number of ways. The first clue that a table is antique is the joinery. If a piece of furniture is dovetailed by hand, it only has a couple of dovetails, which are uneven. Also, antique tables are not defined by perfect symmetry. Lastly, antique tables were typically made of oak, mahogany, and walnut.

What is an antique rent table?

An antique rent table is a piece of furniture that landlords and tenants used to exchange rent. The rent money would be placed in one drawer, the table would rotate for the landlord to receive. It was considered polite and gentlemanly to pay rent this way. Shop a collection of antique rent tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

How can you tell if a kitchen table is antique?

To tell if a kitchen table is antique, look under the table and on the legs for a maker's mark. It may be carved, branded or stamped onto the surface or appear on a paper or metal label. Using the marking, you can consult trusted online resources to learn about the maker and view catalogues of their pieces, searching for tables similar to yours. If your kitchen table was produced at least 100 years ago, it is an antique. Keep in mind that not all antique furnishings have maker's markings. In the event that you're unable to locate a mark, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can evaluate your piece for you. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of tables.

How can you tell if a side table is antique?

To determine whether a side table is an antique, closely examine its details. Older pieces will typically have telltale features like wood pegs, hand-cut dovetails with some slight imperfections and mortise-and-tenon construction. Tables that are a consistent color throughout or have machine-cut moldings or carvings are unlikely to be antiques. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can be a helpful resource when dating tables. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and modern side tables on 1stDibs.

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.

Can I replace the shade on an antique table lamp?

Yes. Most table lamps accept standard harp and finial sizes, so a replacement shade can update the look without altering the base.

How do I care for an antique wood dining table?

Keep it out of direct sun and away from heat, dust with a soft cloth, and wax or polish sparingly.

How do I identify an antique drop leaf table?

While you can look for markings and other details to try and determine the maker, the best way to identify an antique drop leaf table is to work with a certified appraiser. Trusted online venues and search engines can be helpful when conducting research on a specific collectible, piece of jewelry, art work or other item about which you may have questions, but qualified professionals, such as an antiques dealer or an appraiser at an auction house, have the knowledge and experience needed to make more accurate identifications. Shop a selection of antique, vintage and modern tables on 1stDibs.

What wattage bulb should I use in an antique table lamp?

Stick to the wattage noted in the listing, typically 40 to 60 watts for standard incandescent-equivalent bulbs, to avoid overheating older wiring.

What's the difference between a vintage and antique dining room table?

Antique generally means 100+ years old, while vintage covers roughly 20 to 99 years and includes most mid-century and postmodern designs.

Is it safe to use a vintage or antique table lamp without rewiring it?

Many vintage lamps are rewired before sale, but always check the listing description; a licensed electrician can inspect and rewire older cords as a precaution.

Antique Brown Table

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Brown Art Deco Goose Neck Table Desk light

$406

Brown Art Deco Goose Neck Table Desk light

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Brown Art Deco goose neck desk light. Brass flexible arm with metal shade. cast iron base. black cotton wire and plug. Also available with US/UK plug Weight: 1.30 kg / 2.9 lb Pric...

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Brown Table

Materials

Metal, Iron

Antique Victorian Flamed Hardwood Revolving Rent Drum Table Brown Leather Top

$16,313

Antique Victorian Flamed Hardwood Revolving Rent Drum Table Brown Leather Top

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this exquisite Victorian circa 1880 revolving flamed mahogany with hand dyed brown leather top “Rent” table This is a very fine piece of antique...

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1880s English High Victorian Antique Brown Table

Materials

Hardwood

Restored Antique Napoleon III Occasional Table Brown Leather Top Butlers Trays

$3,874

Restored Antique Napoleon III Occasional Table Brown Leather Top Butlers Trays

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely unique French Napoleon III fully restored occasional table with brass gallery rail, brown leather top and butlers slip serving trays ...

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19th Century European Napoleon III Antique Brown Table

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Restored Antique Kidney Shaped Occasional Table with Drawers Brown Leather Top

$2,514

Restored Antique Kidney Shaped Occasional Table with Drawers Brown Leather Top

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely unique fully restored occasional writing table with twin drawers and brown leather top A good looking well made and desirable writing o...

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1860s Georgian Antique Brown Table

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Antique Ming Dynasty Style Side Table with Humpback Stretcher and Brown Patina

$1,125

Antique Ming Dynasty Style Side Table with Humpback Stretcher and Brown Patina

Located in Yonkers, NY

This Ming Dynasty style wooden side table from the early 20th century captures the timeless elegance of traditional Chinese design with its clean lines and exquisite brown patina.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Ming Antique Brown Table

Materials

Wood

Pair Louis XV Style Bronze Mounted Breccia Brown Marble Top Side Tables

$3,995 / set

Pair Louis XV Style Bronze Mounted Breccia Brown Marble Top Side Tables

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This pair of Louis XV style side tables exudes French elegance and craftsmanship, featuring Breccia brown marble tops and fine gilt-bronze ormolu mounts.

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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Brown Table

Materials

Marble, Bronze

French Louis XV Period 18th Century Game Table with Brown Leather Top

$4,450

French Louis XV Period 18th Century Game Table with Brown Leather Top

Located in Atlanta, GA

A French Louis XV period game table from the 18th century with brown leather top, single drawer, carved apron and cabriole legs.

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18th Century French Louis XV Antique Brown Table

Materials

Leather, Wood

19th Century France Rich Walnut Brown Carved Walnut Round Pedestal Table

$5,795

19th Century France Rich Walnut Brown Carved Walnut Round Pedestal Table

Located in High Point, NC

Carved walnut round pedestal table in Rich Walnut Brown. Its rich walnut brown finish sets off dramatic carved paw-foot pedestal base, a hallmark of of the renaissance revival period...

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19th Century French Renaissance Revival Antique Brown Table

Materials

Walnut

French Louis XV or Rococo Style Dark Brown Walnut Game Table

$1,569

French Louis XV or Rococo Style Dark Brown Walnut Game Table

Located in Barntrup, DE

A beautifully carved French Louis XV or Rococo-style walnut card table that can function as a narrow console table or open up to seat four people for games or card play. The top open...

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1920s French Louis XV Antique Brown Table

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Italian Rococo Console Table with Grey Wood and Brown Marble Top

$7,800

Italian Rococo Console Table with Grey Wood and Brown Marble Top

Located in Queens, NY

Italian Rococo (18th Century) grey painted bracket console table with gilt trim and open carving with floral design and brown marble top Needs to be secured to a wall.

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18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Brown Table

Materials

Marble, Gold Leaf

Antique Fully Restored Gothic Pugin Style Brown Leather Studded Console Table

$5,438

Antique Fully Restored Gothic Pugin Style Brown Leather Studded Console Table

By Pugin

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to this absolutely stunning one of a kind Gothic Pugin style hand studded brown leather console table with single drawer This is an exceptional piece of art furni...

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1840s English Gothic Antique Brown Table

Materials

Leather, Oak

Bar Harbor Wicker Library or Side Table with Magazine Pockets in Brown, c. 1915

$1,350

Bar Harbor Wicker Library or Side Table with Magazine Pockets in Brown, c. 1915

By Heywood-Wakefield Co.

Located in Doylestown, PA

Antique Bar Harbor wicker table with side pockets and lower shelf in deep espresso brown, circa 1915.

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1910s American Antique Brown Table

Materials

Rattan, Wood, Wicker

Antique French Louis XVI Wood Marble Ormolu Gold Brown Guéridon Side Table

$11,556

Antique French Louis XVI Wood Marble Ormolu Gold Brown Guéridon Side Table

Located in London, GB

Antique French Louis XVI Wood Marble Ormolu Gold Brown Guéridon Side Table French, Late 19th Century Height 73cm, diameter 37cm This beautifully proportioned guéridon table, cra...

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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Brown Table

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

$19th Century French Table Lamp with Brown Wood Base, 42.5\" Tall$

19th Century French Table Lamp with Brown Wood Base, 42.5\" Tall

$1,195

19th Century French Table Lamp with Brown Wood Base, 42.5\" Tall

Located in High Point, NC

A 19th century table lamp from France, its base worked in brown wood.

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19th Century French Antique Brown Table

Materials

Wood

Elegant Mahogany Vanity Table in Light Brown From the Late 19th Century

$2,567Sale Price|20% Off

Elegant Mahogany Vanity Table in Light Brown From the Late 19th Century

Located in Opole, PL

Elegant Mahogany Vanity Table in Light Brown From the Late 19th Century This majestic mahogany dressing table effortlessly marries function and opulence.

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Early 20th Century European Victorian Antique Brown Table

Materials

Mahogany, Mirror, Wood

PAIR OF ANTIQUE REGENCY CIRCA 1815 HARDWOOD & BROWN LEATHER SiDE END LAMP TABLES

$5,369 / set

PAIR OF ANTIQUE REGENCY CIRCA 1815 HARDWOOD & BROWN LEATHER SiDE END LAMP TABLES

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

A truly stunning pair of side tables, made in Brazilian Rosewood which can no longer be harvested for furniture making, the tops are wonderfully aged brown leather which have the cor...

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1810s English Regency Antique Brown Table

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Chinese Brown Side Table from the Qing Dynasty with Foliage-Carved Motifs

$1,275

Chinese Brown Side Table from the Qing Dynasty with Foliage-Carved Motifs

Located in Yonkers, NY

An antique Chinese Qing Dynasty period side table from the 19th century, with carved motifs and horse hoof legs. Created in China during the Qing Dynasty, this side table features a ...

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19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Brown Table

Materials

Wood

Large Italian Lacquered Lyre Table in Siena Yellow and Dark Brown

$7,950

Large Italian Lacquered Lyre Table in Siena Yellow and Dark Brown

Located in Atlanta, GA

The trestle-form supports are executed in elegant lyre silhouettes, lacquered in rich shades of Siena yellow with a contrasting dark brown top that enhances the table’s dramatic pres...

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19th Century Italian Antique Brown Table

Materials

Wood

Victorian Hardwood Curved Single Drawer Side End Lamp Table Brown Leather Top

$1,835

Victorian Hardwood Curved Single Drawer Side End Lamp Table Brown Leather Top

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning Victorian hand made in England side end lamp or wine table with hand dyed, aged brown leather top.

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Brown Table

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

RESTORED ANTIQUE ViCTORIAN HOWARD & SON'S BROWN LEATHER LIBRARY DINING TABLE

$18,352

RESTORED ANTIQUE ViCTORIAN HOWARD & SON'S BROWN LEATHER LIBRARY DINING TABLE

By Howard and Sons, Howard & Sons Ltd

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this exquisite, extra large, Fully Restored, Howard & Son's Berners Street, Flamed Mahogany with hand dyed b...

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Brown Table

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Art Deco Vintage Circular Side Table Dark Brown Oakwood Josef Zotti 1915 Vienna

$3,128

Art Deco Vintage Circular Side Table Dark Brown Oakwood Josef Zotti 1915 Vienna

Located in Vienna, AT

Art Deco vintage side table sofa table from stained oakwood in dark brown color attributed to Josef Zotti circa 1915 Vienna.

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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Antique Brown Table

Materials

Oak

Qing Dynasty Brown Lacquer Low Table with Carved Apron and Horse Hoof Legs

$1,375

Qing Dynasty Brown Lacquer Low Table with Carved Apron and Horse Hoof Legs

Located in Yonkers, NY

The brown lacquer finish, with its dark and earthy tones, adds depth and character, showcasing the table's vintage charm.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Brown Table

Materials

Wood

Antique English dark brown two tier Tea Caddy Table made by Piory Funriture

$1,283Sale Price|20% Off

Antique English dark brown two tier Tea Caddy Table made by Piory Funriture

Located in Casteren, NL

This is an English tea caddy table, crafted from solid oak and marked with the word “Priory” in Gothic script. The piece rests on four elegantly turned legs, each fitted with casters...

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Early 20th Century English Tudor Antique Brown Table

Materials

Oak

19th Century Brown Finish Console or Hallway Table Vanity Turned Tapered Legs

$3,200

19th Century Brown Finish Console or Hallway Table Vanity Turned Tapered Legs

By Paolo Buffa, Riviere Italy

Located in Miami, FL

19th Century Sheraton Style Neoclassical elegant wood console table, hallway table or vanity. Handcrafted and turned all wood tapered legs. Restored and ready for a new Home. F-701-...

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Late 19th Century American Neoclassical Antique Brown Table

Materials

Wood

English Jacobean Revival dark brown Solid Oak rustic Refectory Table, circa 1900

$5,730

English Jacobean Revival dark brown Solid Oak rustic Refectory Table, circa 1900

Located in Casteren, NL

Over time, the oak has developed a deep, warm brown color and a rich natural patina. The surface displays attractive signs of use, cracks, knots, minor irregularities, and subtle var...

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Early 1900s British Jacobean Antique Brown Table

Materials

Oak

Antique French Provincial Bamboo Console Table, Dark Brown Wood, 1880s

$1,395

Antique French Provincial Bamboo Console Table, Dark Brown Wood, 1880s

Located in High Point, NC

This console/side table makes its impression through dark brown wood, shaped top, turned leg.

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1880s French French Provincial Antique Brown Table

Materials

Bamboo

Antique 20th-century oak warm brown Dutch Renaissance Extension leaf table

$6,188Sale Price|20% Off

Antique 20th-century oak warm brown Dutch Renaissance Extension leaf table

Located in Casteren, NL

Therefore the table was moved around a lot. It’s construction made these tables to last throughout the years The table proudly showcases a finely paneled top fashioned from solid oak...

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Early 20th Century Dutch Renaissance Antique Brown Table

Materials

Oak

Rich Brown Square Shaped Coffee Table with Spacious Top

$3,100

Rich Brown Square Shaped Coffee Table with Spacious Top

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese late Qing Dynasty period square top coffee table from the early 20th century with pierced apron, pillar strut motifs, humpback stretchers on all sides and horsehoof extremi...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Brown Table

Materials

Wood

Stoneware Vintage Pair of Jug Table Lamps with Rich Brown Glazed Shoulders

$1,030 / set

Stoneware Vintage Pair of Jug Table Lamps with Rich Brown Glazed Shoulders

Located in Lomita, CA

Beautiful displayed together on a console, buffet or pair of bedside tables.

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Early 20th Century American Rustic Antique Brown Table

Materials

Pottery, Stoneware

French Table Lamp with Brown Overlay Glass in Art Deco style

$613Sale Price|28% Off

French Table Lamp with Brown Overlay Glass in Art Deco style

Located in Hannover, DE

Beautiful French Art Deco style table lamp. The lamp dates from the late 1980s. Over time, it has developed a beautiful authentic patina and signs of age on the chrome, making it app...

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1920s French Art Nouveau Antique Brown Table

Materials

Chrome

Antique Spanish warm brown Chestnut Coffee Table with inlaid marquetry

$5,929Sale Price|20% Off

Antique Spanish warm brown Chestnut Coffee Table with inlaid marquetry

Located in Casteren, NL

This antique Spanish coffee table dates from the 18th century and was crafted entirely from solid chestnut wood.

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Late 18th Century Spanish Moorish Antique Brown Table

Materials

Chestnut

Adirondack Twig Table

$1,216

Adirondack Twig Table

Located in Tetbury, England

An early 20th century Adirondack twig table.

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Brown Table

Materials

Twig

Qing Dynasty Period Brown Lacquered Coffee Table with Original Finish

$5,275

Qing Dynasty Period Brown Lacquered Coffee Table with Original Finish

Located in Yonkers, NY

The ensemble is raised on an elegant base with four straight legs and horse hoof extremities. The table is covered with its original dark brown rubbed lacquer with great distressing.

Category

19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Brown Table

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Tilt Top Wine Table / Coffee Table / Lamp Table

$1,155

19th Century French Tilt Top Wine Table / Coffee Table / Lamp Table

Located in Southampton, GB

Tilt Top French Vigneronne (wine maker's) Table. A rarer size than normal, perfect for a side table / lamp table. France, circa 1890. Height - 55 cm Top Diameter - 69 cm Please m...

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19th Century French Rustic Antique Brown Table

Materials

Pine

Table - 19th Century

$687

Table - 19th Century

Located in Porto, PT

Table - 19th Century. French; late 19th century, made of mahogany wood; with gilded metal fittings. Dimensions: 73x60x45 cm.

Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Brown Table

Materials

Wood

Antique 19th century dark brown chestnut baroque dining table with lyre legs

$4,033Sale Price|20% Off

Antique 19th century dark brown chestnut baroque dining table with lyre legs

Located in Casteren, NL

The sturdy construction guaranteed a solid table. The table has a very dark warm brown color with many small marks of, fantastic patina and deep gloss.

Category

Late 19th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Brown Table

Materials

Steel

Carpenter Workbench Table

$9,302

Carpenter Workbench Table

Located in Los angeles, CA

ANONYMOUS - Carpenter Workbench Table 19th CENTURY Pine H 31.5’’ W 72.5’’ D 26.75’’

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19th Century Antique Brown Table

Materials

Pine

French Art Nouveau Ceramic Table Lamp Brown Green Color Signed Georges Trinque

$2,061

French Art Nouveau Ceramic Table Lamp Brown Green Color Signed Georges Trinque

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

This a Ceramic Table Lamp. It has been done in France circa 1900.

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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Brown Table

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Dark Brown Spanish Chestnut Coffee Table with Two Drawers, circa 1840

$4,870

Antique Dark Brown Spanish Chestnut Coffee Table with Two Drawers, circa 1840

Located in Casteren, NL

This characterful Spanish coffee table was crafted circa 1840 from solid chestnut wood.

Category

1840s Spanish Rustic Antique Brown Table

Materials

Steel

Italian Walnut Library Table, Console Table With Carvings

$5,959

Italian Walnut Library Table, Console Table With Carvings

Located in Viterbo, VT

Small table hand-crafted in Italy in the mid 1700s using walnut. This table is an absolutely stunning antique piece with typical Italian lines and decorations. The top is made of a s...

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Mid-18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Brown Table

Materials

Walnut

Italian trestle table

$12,500

Italian trestle table

Located in Augusta, GA

18th c Italian trestle table carved with dolphin base

Category

1780s Italian Louis XVI Antique Brown Table

Materials

Walnut

Folding table - 19th century

$1,718

Folding table - 19th century

Located in Porto, PT

Folding table - 19th century. Oriental style, 19th century; in lacquered and gilded wood; decorated with oriental figures in relief. Dimensions: 71x60x44 cm

Category

19th Century Unknown Antique Brown Table

Materials

Wood

Chestnut Lamp Table

$720

Chestnut Lamp Table

Located in London, England

French lamp table on tripod base in chestnut. Circa 1870.

Category

19th Century French Victorian Antique Brown Table

Materials

Chestnut

George II Side Table Mahogany Hall Tables 1880

$1,291

George II Side Table Mahogany Hall Tables 1880

Located in Potters Bar, GB

You are viewing a gorgeous George II Revival side table in mahogany Circa date 1880 Crafted from rich mahogany with a polished surface and warm patina This table reflects the refinem...

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1880s George II Antique Brown Table

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Early 19th-Century Rustic Spanish Warm Brown Chestnut Coffee Table

$4,354Sale Price|20% Off

Antique Early 19th-Century Rustic Spanish Warm Brown Chestnut Coffee Table

Located in Casteren, NL

This beautiful warm brown color rustic coffee table or low table originates in rural Spain and dates circa 1820.

Category

Early 19th Century Spanish Antique Brown Table

Materials

Chestnut

small poplarwood table ...

$2,577

small poplarwood table ...

Located in Brecht, BE

lovely small French country house table ... pure lines ...

Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Brown Table

Materials

Poplar

Low table - 19th century

$1,030

Low table - 19th century

Located in Porto, PT

Low table - 19th century. European; from the late 19th century, made of exotic wood with satinwood inlays depicting geometric and vegetal motifs. Dimensions: 36x92x45 cm.

Category

Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Brown Table

Materials

Wood

Sheraton Occasional Table Mahogany Inlay Side Tables, 1890

$1,297

Sheraton Occasional Table Mahogany Inlay Side Tables, 1890

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Here we have a very pretty oval sheraton revival mahogany occasional table. circa 1890 Raised upon shaped legs with a shaped cross stretcher featuring turned finials. The top of e...

Category

1890s Antique Brown Table

Materials

Mahogany

English Side Table

$2,675

English Side Table

Located in Nashville, TN

Charming antique wooden side table featuring beautifully turned legs, a single drawer with metal pull, and a sturdy stretcher base. The warm patina and rich wood grain add timeless c...

Category

1820s French Antique Brown Table

Materials

Wood, Birch

Antique Spanish Chestnut Coffee Table with Two Drawers and Rich Brown Patina

$4,584

Antique Spanish Chestnut Coffee Table with Two Drawers and Rich Brown Patina

Located in Casteren, NL

A beautiful antique Spanish coffee table with a warm brown color, deep gloss and a richly aged patina.

Category

Mid-19th Century Spanish Rustic Antique Brown Table

Materials

Chestnut

19th-Century Antique warm brown Spanish Chestnut Coffee Table with Two Drawers

$5,042

19th-Century Antique warm brown Spanish Chestnut Coffee Table with Two Drawers

Located in Casteren, NL

The chestnut has developed a warm, light brown color with a rich patina and deep sheen. The combination of solid plank construction, visible craftsmanship, and honest wear gives the ...

Category

Mid-19th Century Spanish Rustic Antique Brown Table

Materials

Chestnut

Louis Vuitton Bistro Table, France, 1920s, dining cafe table

$3,600

Louis Vuitton Bistro Table, France, 1920s, dining cafe table

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Tokyo, Tokyo

Antique bistro table by Louis Vuitton, featuring a rectangular marble top and a sculptural red-painted metal base with cross-bracing. A striking example of French Art Deco design, co...

Category

1920s French Antique Brown Table

Materials

Metal

Belgian Draper table ca. 1900

$4,868

Belgian Draper table ca. 1900

Located in MILL, NL

Large wooden draper’s table dating from circa 1920, Originally from Belgium, crafted from solid hardwood. Featuring an elongated, rectangular top and a shelf running almost the enti...

Category

Early 1900s Antique Brown Table

Materials

Oak

1820 English Oak Table

$1,600

1820 English Oak Table

Located in Pomona, CA

An early oval-shaped table with a solid 3-pank. Finely turned legs and stretchers. Age shows well from the underside.

Category

Early 19th Century English Antique Brown Table

Materials

Oak

A Regency Library Table

$5,370

A Regency Library Table

Located in Tetbury, England

A faux rosewood and gilt gesso mounted library table.

Category

1810s British Antique Brown Table

Materials

Pine

19th Century English Oak Farm Table, Kitchen Table

$3,665

19th Century English Oak Farm Table, Kitchen Table

Located in Viterbo, VT

Kitchen table hand-crafted in the United Kingdom in the mid 1800s using oak and following the canons of the Jacobean style. The table has beautiful proportion and gorgeous character...

Category

Mid-19th Century British Jacobean Antique Brown Table

Materials

Oak

Late Qing Dynasty Brown Lacquered Coffee Table with Openwork Cloud Motifs

$2,875

Late Qing Dynasty Brown Lacquered Coffee Table with Openwork Cloud Motifs

Located in Yonkers, NY

A late Qing Dynasty period brown lacquered coffee table from the early 20th century with openwork cloud motifs.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Brown Table

Materials

Wood

Late Qing Dynasty Period Low Kang Coffee Table with Brown Lacquer

$1,550

Late Qing Dynasty Period Low Kang Coffee Table with Brown Lacquer

Located in Yonkers, NY

Perfectly re-finished with a custom brown lacquer, this early 20th-century piece is a direct descendant of the traditional Kang tables developed during the Ming Dynasty.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Brown Table

Materials

Wood

Table Baroque Sweden

$17,500

Table Baroque Sweden

Located in New York, NY

Table made during the baroque period in Sweden. Made from oak.

Category

17th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Brown Table

Materials

Oak

Hardwood Primitive Work Table

$1,795

Hardwood Primitive Work Table

Located in Toledo, OH

Hardwood Table with Mortise Legs. Rough edges. Lots of character. Slight bow to top.

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Brown Table

Materials

Hardwood

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Antique Brown Table For Sale on 1stDibs

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How Much is a Antique Brown Table?

An antique brown table can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,454, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $1,740,240.

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Questions About Antique Brown Table

How do I identify an antique table?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
You can identify an antique table in a number of ways. The first clue that a table is antique is the joinery. If a piece of furniture is dovetailed by hand, it only has a couple of dovetails, which are uneven. Also, antique tables are not defined by perfect symmetry. Lastly, antique tables were typically made of oak, mahogany, and walnut.
Bonnin Ashley Antiques IncFebruary 23, 2021
In addition to the joinery you can check the bottoms of the drawers and the backs of the cabinets. If they were made prior to 1850 then the wood will most likely be dimensioned by hand. It will be uneven to the touch. The secondary wood that receives the veneer will have been scraped smooth but drawer bottoms, backs and bottoms are often left less finished.
What is an antique rent table?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
An antique rent table is a piece of furniture that landlords and tenants used to exchange rent. The rent money would be placed in one drawer, the table would rotate for the landlord to receive. It was considered polite and gentlemanly to pay rent this way. Shop a collection of antique rent tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A rent table is a small circular or polygonal table with drawers. Rent tables frequently had drawers labeled for the days of the week, and English landlords in the 18th century often used them to collect rent. On 1stDibs, shop antique rent tables from some of the world’s top sellers.
How can you tell if a kitchen table is antique?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
To tell if a kitchen table is antique, look under the table and on the legs for a maker's mark. It may be carved, branded or stamped onto the surface or appear on a paper or metal label. Using the marking, you can consult trusted online resources to learn about the maker and view catalogues of their pieces, searching for tables similar to yours. If your kitchen table was produced at least 100 years ago, it is an antique. Keep in mind that not all antique furnishings have maker's markings. In the event that you're unable to locate a mark, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can evaluate your piece for you. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of tables.
How can you tell if a side table is antique?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
To determine whether a side table is an antique, closely examine its details. Older pieces will typically have telltale features like wood pegs, hand-cut dovetails with some slight imperfections and mortise-and-tenon construction. Tables that are a consistent color throughout or have machine-cut moldings or carvings are unlikely to be antiques. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can be a helpful resource when dating tables. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and modern side tables on 1stDibs.
How can I identify my antique dining table?
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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.
Can I replace the shade on an antique table lamp?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Yes. Most table lamps accept standard harp and finial sizes, so a replacement shade can update the look without altering the base.
How do I care for an antique wood dining table?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Keep it out of direct sun and away from heat, dust with a soft cloth, and wax or polish sparingly.
How do I identify an antique drop leaf table?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
While you can look for markings and other details to try and determine the maker, the best way to identify an antique drop leaf table is to work with a certified appraiser. Trusted online venues and search engines can be helpful when conducting research on a specific collectible, piece of jewelry, art work or other item about which you may have questions, but qualified professionals, such as an antiques dealer or an appraiser at an auction house, have the knowledge and experience needed to make more accurate identifications. Shop a selection of antique, vintage and modern tables on 1stDibs.
What wattage bulb should I use in an antique table lamp?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Stick to the wattage noted in the listing, typically 40 to 60 watts for standard incandescent-equivalent bulbs, to avoid overheating older wiring.
What's the difference between a vintage and antique dining room table?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Antique generally means 100+ years old, while vintage covers roughly 20 to 99 years and includes most mid-century and postmodern designs.
Is it safe to use a vintage or antique table lamp without rewiring it?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Many vintage lamps are rewired before sale, but always check the listing description; a licensed electrician can inspect and rewire older cords as a precaution.

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