What is a center table?

A center table is usually circular and placed in the middle of a parlor or foyer, although they may appear elsewhere. They can be made of any material — including marble , glass, wood and lucite — and typically do not adhere to any particular style. Because of this variability, they are generally easy to position in a room.

What is the difference between a center table and a coffee table?

The difference between a center table and a coffee table is usually size. Center tables tend to be larger-sized accent tables placed in the center of seating areas. On the other hand, coffee tables are smaller tables usually positioned in front of sofas and loveseats. On 1stDibs, find a variety of center tables and coffee tables.

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 Center Table

Inlaid Wood Table

Russian Tables 19th Century

Italian Walnut Furniture

19th Century Russian Neoclassical Furniture

Swiss 15th Century Chip-Carved Center Table - Cabinet

$18,500

Swiss 15th Century Chip-Carved Center Table - Cabinet

Located in Troy, NY

Unique and very rare piece with a rustic appearance and double function as table and / or cabinet, finished on all sides and can be freestanding. The front decorated with geometric c...

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15th Century and Earlier Swiss Gothic Antique Center Table

Materials

Walnut, Pine

Fine Empire Style Gilt Bronze Mahogany Center Table inthe Manner of Jacob-Desmal

$38,500

Fine Empire Style Gilt Bronze Mahogany Center Table inthe Manner of Jacob-Desmal

By Jacob-Desmalter

Located in Sheffield, MA

A fine Empire style gilt bronze mahogany gueridon or centre table With a verde antico marble top. In the manner of Jacob-Desmalter, circa 1880 Height 31 1/4 Diameter 35 in. A...

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1880s French Empire Antique Center Table

Materials

Bronze

Fine French 19th-20th Century Louis XVI Style Gildwood Carved Center Hall Table

$14,985Sale Price|49% Off

Fine French 19th-20th Century Louis XVI Style Gildwood Carved Center Hall Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A fine French 19th-20th century Louis XVI style gildwood carved center hall table. The rectangular shaped intricately carved frame with an X-stretcher centre with a urn, all surmount...

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Early 1900s French Louis XVI Antique Center Table

Materials

Marble

Italian 19th Century Genovese St. Charles X Period Walnut Center/Dining Table

$44,500

Italian 19th Century Genovese St. Charles X Period Walnut Center/Dining Table

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Charles X Period Walnut center/dining table. The table displays a circular top, that is removable to showcase a stunning square top below with four drawers.

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19th Century Italian Charles X Antique Center Table

Materials

Walnut

17th/18th Century Italian Baroque Walnut Oval Dining / Center Drop-Leaf Table

$32,500

17th/18th Century Italian Baroque Walnut Oval Dining / Center Drop-Leaf Table

Located in Troy, NY

17th/18th Century Italian Baroque Walnut Oval Dining / Center Drop-Leaf Table. Well developed, decorative Italian Baroque Drop-Leaf Table of Beautiful quality with a rich patina and...

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Late 17th Century Italian Baroque Antique Center Table

Materials

Walnut

Portuguese Late Baroque Rosewood 2-Drawer Center Table or Desk, 18th Century

$13,400

Portuguese Late Baroque Rosewood 2-Drawer Center Table or Desk, 18th Century

Located in Atlanta, GA

Having a substantial rectangular top with molded edge above a rounded case housing two long drawers which are mounted with shaped metal escutcheons, the opposite side with false fron...

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Late 17th Century Antique Center Table

Materials

Rosewood

Antique English WM IV Regency Brass Inlaid Rosewood Center or Dining Table

$6,950

Antique English WM IV Regency Brass Inlaid Rosewood Center or Dining Table

Located in CHARLESTON, SC

An extraordinary Antique English period Regency brass inlaid Rosewood Circular Tilt-Top Center or Dining Table with a walnut crossbanding.

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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Center Table

Materials

Brass

Italian 19th Century Louis XVI Style Patinated and Giltwood Center/Dining Table

$24,500

Italian 19th Century Louis XVI Style Patinated and Giltwood Center/Dining Table

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A unique and extremely decorative Italian 19th century Louis XVI style patinated, giltwood and faux painted marble center or dining table. The table is raised by elegant baluster sha...

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19th Century Italian Louis XVI Antique Center Table

Materials

Wood, Giltwood

Large French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Giltwood Carved Center Hall Table

$28,950Sale Price|25% Off

Large French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Giltwood Carved Center Hall Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A very fine and large French 19th century Louis XVI style giltwood carved center hall table with marble top. The rectangular shaped top with rounded ends, fitted with a Brêche Violet...

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Center Table

Materials

Marble

Tables Pair 99cm 39" Square Center Side Writing Gaming Elm 19Century Classical

$9,455 / set

Tables Pair 99cm 39" Square Center Side Writing Gaming Elm 19Century Classical

Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK

Rare to find a pair of elm tables of classical form this size The simplicity of the classical form creates fluid lines and focusing the eye into the beauty of the elm grain The carpe...

Category

1860s English Classical Roman Antique Center Table

Materials

Elm

Early 20th Century French Carved Bleached Oak Marquetry Center or Dining Table

$7,912Sale Price|20% Off

Early 20th Century French Carved Bleached Oak Marquetry Center or Dining Table

Located in Miami, FL

This elegant and large antique dining room table was crafted in France, circa 1900. Standing on a two carved scrolled pedestal legs decorated with foliage motifs and two cherubs each...

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Center Table

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Table. Vienna, c. 1825.

$14,352

19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Table. Vienna, c. 1825.

Located in Vienna, AT

With its generous proportions, timeless circular form, and hand-applied French polish finish, this table is equally suited as an impressive center table, foyer table, or statement pi...

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Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Center Table

Materials

Brass

Pair of French (Alsace) 18th Century Trompe l'Oeil Veneered Center / side Tables

$38,750 / set

Pair of French (Alsace) 18th Century Trompe l'Oeil Veneered Center / side Tables

Located in Troy, NY

Pair of rare, unusual, early 18th century parquetry veneered center or side tables of very conceptual design, having geometrical Trompe-l'Oeil inlaid tops over a frieze containing on...

Category

Early 18th Century French Baroque Antique Center Table

Materials

Walnut, Fruitwood

Fine French 19th-20th Century Louis XV Style Giltwood Carved Center Hall Table

$19,850Sale Price|30% Off

Fine French 19th-20th Century Louis XV Style Giltwood Carved Center Hall Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A fine French 19th-20th century Louis XV style giltwood carved center gall table with marble top. The rectangular shaped frame intricately carved frame with an "X" stretcher centered...

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Early 1900s French Louis XV Antique Center Table

Materials

Marble

Italian Mid-19th Century Center Table in Mecca and Jaune de Sienne Marble

$23,400

Italian Mid-19th Century Center Table in Mecca and Jaune de Sienne Marble

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Mecca and Jaune de Sienne marble center/dining table. The table is raised by its impressive original Mecca base with striking richly carved scrolled fluted feet below hexagonal mottl...

Category

19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Center Table

Materials

Marble

French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Center/Side Table Attributed to François Linke

$18,800

French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Center/Side Table Attributed to François Linke

By François Linke

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Kingwood, Mahogany, ormolu, and Arabescato marble center/side table attributed to François Linke. The table is raised by circular tapered fluted legs with fine fitted foliate ormolu ...

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Center Table

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

Table Rent Center Writing Desk Spanish Top 1 plank Chestnut Iron Handles L56"

$20,261

Table Rent Center Writing Desk Spanish Top 1 plank Chestnut Iron Handles L56"

Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK

Rare Spanish Rent table beautifully made with panelled detailing inside the open back where the tennant or client would sit to pay their dues. Characteristic, richly coloured and p...

Category

1650s Spanish Baroque Antique Center Table

Materials

Chestnut

A fine 19th c French Louis XVI mahogany & gilt bronze mounted center hall table

$14,500

A fine 19th c French Louis XVI mahogany & gilt bronze mounted center hall table

Located in Dallas, TX

A single drawer so the the table can be used as a desk in the center of a room .

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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Center Table

Materials

Carrara Marble, Bronze

19th Century, French Mahogany Coffee Table by Escalier de Cristal

$7,578

19th Century, French Mahogany Coffee Table by Escalier de Cristal

By L'Escalier de Cristal

Located in IT

It has been designed to be used as a center table, perfect to be placed between sofas and armchairs or leaning against a wall of a living room, a study or an entrance.

Category

Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Center Table

Materials

Bronze

French, Louis XV Period, Carved Walnut 3-Drawer Kitchen/Center Table, mid 18thc

$17,340

French, Louis XV Period, Carved Walnut 3-Drawer Kitchen/Center Table, mid 18thc

Located in Atlanta, GA

Having a rectangular top with rounded corners atop a conforming frame with 3 drawers, the middle larger than the flanking and raised panels on sides and reverse, all of the panels an...

Category

1750s French Louis XV Antique Center Table

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Exceptional Biedermeier Walnut Salon Table. Vienna, c. 1820.

$18,500

19th Century Exceptional Biedermeier Walnut Salon Table. Vienna, c. 1820.

Located in Vienna, AT

Its balanced proportions and radiant tabletop make it ideal as a center table, dining table, or elegant statement piece in a curated interior.

Category

Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Center Table

Materials

Walnut

English Turn of the Century Mahogany Tilt Top Center Table with Leather Top

$3,950

English Turn of the Century Mahogany Tilt Top Center Table with Leather Top

Located in Atlanta, GA

An English Turn of the Century mahogany and leather tilt top centre table with quadripod base and casters. Step into the allure of a bygone era with this exquisite Turn of the Centur...

Category

Early 20th Century English Antique Center Table

Materials

Brass

19th Century, Italian Inlaid Wood Centre Table by Luigi and Angiolo Falcini

$29,853

19th Century, Italian Inlaid Wood Centre Table by Luigi and Angiolo Falcini

By Luigi and Angelo Falcini

Located in IT

19th Century, Italian Inlaid Wood Centre Table by Luigi and Angiolo Falcini This valuable center table in veneer and inlaid wood, was made by Luigi and Angiolo Falcini in Florence (...

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Mid-19th Century European Napoleon III Antique Center Table

Materials

Wood

Italian, Tuscany, Neoclassical Period Walnut & Inlaid Center, 1stq 19th century

$14,375

Italian, Tuscany, Neoclassical Period Walnut & Inlaid Center, 1stq 19th century

Located in Atlanta, GA

Having a round solid walnut top with an apron veneered in burl walnut with a double band of fruitwood inlay, raised on an urn-form turned standard atop a tripartite base issuing thre...

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1820s Italian Neoclassical Antique Center Table

Materials

Walnut

Baccarat glass and gilt bronze center piece. France, early 20th century.

$7,000

Baccarat glass and gilt bronze center piece. France, early 20th century.

By Baccarat

Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires

Baccarat glass and gilt bronze center piece with angels. France, early 20th century.

Category

Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Antique Center Table

Materials

Bronze

Era Art Deco Coffee Center Table, in Walnut, Burl Walnut the Top, Wax-Polished

$2,640

Era Art Deco Coffee Center Table, in Walnut, Burl Walnut the Top, Wax-Polished

Located in Vigonza, Padua

Italian era Art Deco classic oval coffee centre table, in walnut, burl walnut the top, restored and wax-polished. Good patina Measures cm: H 54 x W 90 x D 56.

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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Antique Center Table

Mid 19th century painted centre table / writing table

$3,099

Mid 19th century painted centre table / writing table

Located in Budleigh Salterton, GB

Very Decortaive mid 19th century painted walnut centre table / writing table French circa 1870's Height 75 cms Depth 80 Width 120 cms

Category

1870s French Antique Center Table

Materials

Walnut

Centre Table

$2,154

Centre Table

Located in London, England

Rococo style French centre table with inlaid velvet top France Circa 1890

Category

Late 19th Century Antique Center Table

Materials

Velvet, Pine

19th Century Table

$4,052

19th Century Table

Located in London, GB

19th Century Mahogany centre or occasional table of wonderful proportions. Age related patina and wear. 77cm tall, 77cm wide, 59cm deep. C1850, England.

Category

Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Center Table

Materials

Marble

19th-century centre table

$5,063

19th-century centre table

Located in MILL, NL

Mid-19th-century centre table Crafted from oak and mahogany. Richly decorated column resting on brass castors. Originally from France or Belgium, mid-19th century. With a moulded C...

Category

Mid-19th Century French Antique Center Table

Materials

Carrara Marble, Brass

Court Table

$3,000

Court Table

By The Cult Studio

Located in Mexico, MX

Royal table/ 2021 / oak wood & marble.

Category

15th Century and Earlier Mexican Post-Modern Antique Center Table

Materials

Marble, Brass

Victorian Oval Walnut Centre or Hall Table The table has very attractive

$1,431

Victorian Oval Walnut Centre or Hall Table The table has very attractive

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Victorian Oval Walnut Centre or Hall Table The table has very attractive carved legs set on ceramic castors, the table top is made in Bur Walnut with quarter veneers and a moulded...

Category

1860s Antique Center Table

Materials

Walnut

Chinese Cloisonné Table

$22,000

Chinese Cloisonné Table

Located in Houston, TX

19th Century Chinese cloisonné table featuring hand-carved wood base and top.

Category

19th Century Chinese Antique Center Table

Materials

Metal, Enamel

English Country House Prep Table/Centre Table

$6,010

English Country House Prep Table/Centre Table

Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire

Late 19th C English country house painted kitchen prep table / centre table in a Gothic style. 1890. Dimensions 73 inches (185 cms) wide 35 inches (89 cms) deep 34 inches (86 c...

Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Center Table

Materials

Pine

Tilt top octagonal table

$16,800

Tilt top octagonal table

Located in New York, NY

Tilt top octagonal table with marquetry inlay and a geometric starburst top. Italian, late 19th century.

Category

Late 19th Century Italian Antique Center Table

Materials

Fruitwood, Walnut

Smith Table, Elegant English Table of 1800

$17,223

Smith Table, Elegant English Table of 1800

Located in Cesena, FC

Elegant English Smith table, of 1800, entirely veneered in Mahogany and inlaid in maple wood with floral motifs. Good condition, to be restored. Measures: diameter cm 100 - H. cm...

Category

Early 1800s English Antique Center Table

Materials

Wood, Mahogany, Maple

Draw Leaf Table

$1,919

Draw Leaf Table

Located in London, England

Oak draw leaf table on trestle base with pull out leaves. U.K circa 1900. H 80cm x W 122/212cm x D 66cm

Category

Early 1900s Antique Center Table

Materials

Oak

Biedermeier Walnut Pedestal Table

$9,657

Biedermeier Walnut Pedestal Table

By Biedermeier

Located in London, GB

An exceptional example of refined 19th century rectangular table, which design is celebrated for its clean, geometric lines. The piece is expertly veneered in highly figured walnut ...

Category

19th Century Antique Center Table

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Italian Carved Walnut Centre Table / Console Table

$7,631

19th Century Italian Carved Walnut Centre Table / Console Table

Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire

Stunning 19th Century Italian carved Walnut centre/ console table with a heavily carved base and thick walnut top. 1820 This table comes apart for transport and delivery

Category

19th Century Italian Antique Center Table

Materials

Walnut

Sheraton Revival Table, Antique Mahogany Centre Tables, 1890

$1,337

Sheraton Revival Table, Antique Mahogany Centre Tables, 1890

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Sheraton Revival mahogany centre table. Standing upon 6 tapered legs with a shaped undertray. circa 1890 The circular top having chequered inlays and boxwood line inlay. This ele...

Category

1890s Sheraton Antique Center Table

Materials

Mahogany

19Thc Red Painted Sawbuck Side Table / Sofa Table

$1,996Sale Price|20% Off

19Thc Red Painted Sawbuck Side Table / Sofa Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19Thc Red painted side table or sofa table in fine condition. This table has a repainted crackle finish that was done much later.This is a very heavy & sturdy table.Was found in New ...

Category

Late 19th Century American Adirondack Antique Center Table

Materials

Wood

Round Vendange Table, C. 1910

$1,600

Round Vendange Table, C. 1910

Located in Nashville, TN

A charming early 20th-century French vendange table, traditionally used during the grape harvest.

Category

1910s Antique Center Table

Materials

Wood

Tuscan Trestle Table - Circa 1850

$7,600

Tuscan Trestle Table - Circa 1850

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rectangular chestnut wood top raised on trestle legs joined by stretchers. The top features a rich, naturally aged surface with visible grain, knots, and wear consistent with age and...

Category

1850s Italian Antique Center Table

Materials

Chestnut

Mahogany centre table

$3,133Sale Price|20% Off

Mahogany centre table

Located in Cheshire, GB

Mahogany writing table, the large rectangular figured mahogany crossbanded top above freeze drawer. All raised up on platform end supports terminating in scrolling feet and casters u...

Category

19th Century British Antique Center Table

Materials

Wood

Irish Georgian Mahogany Console Table

$12,500

Irish Georgian Mahogany Console Table

Located in Essex, MA

Irish mahogany console table. With a marble top with a repaired break done long ago. Carved frieze decorated with scrolling acanthus leaves. Cabriole legs with acanthus leaf carving ...

Category

1780s Irish Georgian Antique Center Table

Materials

Marble

Regency Mahogany Drum Table

$9,455

Regency Mahogany Drum Table

Located in Shipston-On-Stour, GB

A smart Regency Mahogany fixed top Drum Table, the crossbanded edge with and intricately embossed inset green leather top, above two pairs of drawers comprising of two short and two ...

Category

1820s English Regency Antique Center Table

Materials

Brass

Rare Biedermeier dressing centre table

$4,457

Rare Biedermeier dressing centre table

Located in Mere, GB

Extremely rare Biedermeier dressing centre table with decorated top in the Roman manner on tripod legs (some losses to the decoration. Satin Birch and ebony North Italian /Austrian. ...

Category

1830s Antique Center Table

Materials

Satin Birch

French 18th Century Butcher’s Table

$12,000

French 18th Century Butcher’s Table

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A dramatic French marble and ironwork table from the 18th century, which was used to display current offerings in a butcher shop or bakery. The marble top measures 1 inch thick and ...

Category

18th Century French Other Antique Center Table

Materials

Marble, Brass, Iron

Biedermeier writing desk / centre table

$15,386

Biedermeier writing desk / centre table

Located in MILL, NL

Biedermeier writing desk / side table From Germany or Austria. Mid-19th century. Veneered in ash. Beautiful colour. The base is shaped like a harp. Features a smooth-running drawer....

Category

Mid-19th Century Antique Center Table

Materials

Wood, Ash

Portugese table 18th century

$6,659

Portugese table 18th century

Located in MILL, NL

Portuguese table, 18th century. Particularly beautiful wall table/centre table. Originally from Portugal, 18th century. Rosewood. Veneered top in rosewood. With two drawers at the ...

Category

18th Century Antique Center Table

Materials

Palisander, Rosewood

19th Century Regency Huanghali Revolving Drum Table or rent table

$49,639

19th Century Regency Huanghali Revolving Drum Table or rent table

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

Large and rare 19th Century Regency Huanghali Revolving Drum Table or rent table. This fine quality regency period drum table has eight Camphor lined drawers in the frieze, two of ...

Category

19th Century English Antique Center Table

Materials

Brass

William IV Library Table Rosewood Mahogany Serving Table Writing Desk Georgian

$3,187Sale Price|20% Off

William IV Library Table Rosewood Mahogany Serving Table Writing Desk Georgian

Located in London, GB

A gorgeous and impressive William IV rosewood and mahogany library table in lovely antique condition. Made in England in the late-Georgian period around 1830 and with strong Biederme...

Category

1820s British William IV Antique Center Table

Materials

Mahogany, Rosewood

Empire Centre Table

$12,494

Empire Centre Table

Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire

Empire Centre Table A large French Empire centre table in figured mahogany with ormolu mounts, bronze feet and the original dished yellow-veined dark grey marble top. This table is ...

Category

1810s French Empire Antique Center Table

Materials

Mahogany

Walnut Shutter Table

$22,964

Walnut Shutter Table

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

WALNUT SHUTTER TABLE ORIGIN: VAL-DE-LOIRE, FRANCE PERIOD: HENRI II PERIOD, CIRCA 1550 Height: 74 cm Width: 74 cm Diameter: 92 cm Walnut wood Made of a beautiful walnut, this ro...

Category

16th Century Antique Center Table

Materials

Walnut

Swedish Birch Centre Table

$4,133

Swedish Birch Centre Table

Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire

Stunning early 19th century Swedish birch centre table/ large lamp table with an interesting inlayed top. 1840. Code: 9169 Dimensions: H: 29.5" (74.9 cm) Di: 38" (96.5 cm)

Category

19th Century Swedish Antique Center Table

Materials

Birch

Elegant antique wood table

$14,926

Elegant antique wood table

By Antique Mirror

Located in Milano, IT

Elegant veenerd wood table with brass trim and stunning gold-gilded feline feet, a turned central column, and a sail-shaped top. Tuscan manufacture, Lucca, First Empire, ca. 1820.

Category

19th Century Italian Napoleon III Antique Center Table

Materials

Wood

English Oak Centre Table

$4,430

English Oak Centre Table

Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire

Wonderful 19th century copy of a 17th century English oak centre table with very good carvings. 1880. Clearance: 22-inches (56cm) Code: 9246 Dimensions: W: 61" (154.9 cm) H: 29.5...

Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Center Table

Materials

Oak

Regency library table

$10,589Sale Price|20% Off

Regency library table

Located in Cheshire, GB

Rosewood library table, the rectangular top with rounded corners, above two frieze drawers, raised on tapering columns and acanthus carved socles, raised on egg and dart moulded tres...

Category

Early 19th Century British Antique Center Table

Materials

Wood

19th Century Swedish Tri-Pod Table

$1,950

19th Century Swedish Tri-Pod Table

Located in Atlanta, GA

A charming 19th century Swedish tri-pod table featuring elegant provincial lines and a beautifully aged painted finish. Raised on a graceful three-legged base with softly curved supp...

Category

19th Century Swedish Antique Center Table

Materials

Wood

19th Century Tuscan Centre Table

$5,511

19th Century Tuscan Centre Table

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

19th Century Tuscan walnut table with elegant carved cabriole legs and hand carved detail to the apron. With a fine carved boarder to the top.

Category

19th Century Italian Antique Center Table

Materials

Walnut

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Antique Center Table For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the antique center table you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, mahogany and stone, every antique center table was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer antique center table, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. An antique center table made by Regency designers — as well as those associated with Victorian — is very popular. François Linke, Gillows of Lancaster & London and Europa Antiques each produced at least one beautiful antique center table that is worth considering.

How Much is a Antique Center Table?

An antique center table can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $6,330, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $1,020,832.

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 Antique Center Table

What is a center table?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 21, 2019
A center table is usually circular and placed in the middle of a parlor or foyer, although they may appear elsewhere. They can be made of any material — including marble, glass, wood and lucite — and typically do not adhere to any particular style. Because of this variability, they are generally easy to position in a room.
What is the difference between a center table and a coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
The difference between a center table and a coffee table is usually size. Center tables tend to be larger-sized accent tables placed in the center of seating areas. On the other hand, coffee tables are smaller tables usually positioned in front of sofas and loveseats. On 1stDibs, find a variety of center tables and coffee tables.
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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