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.

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.

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 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

Antique Large Octagonal Italian Pietra Dura Floral Mosaic Inlay Table

$26,800

Antique Large Octagonal Italian Pietra Dura Floral Mosaic Inlay Table

Located in Tarry Town, NY

Its large scale and refined decorative surface make it ideal as a center table, entry table, or statement piece within a formal interior.

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Late 19th Century Italian Aesthetic Movement Antique Center Table

Materials

Marble

Antique French Oak Renaissance Revival Library Dolphin Table Desk c. 1880s

$3,400

Antique French Oak Renaissance Revival Library Dolphin Table Desk c. 1880s

Located in Tyler, TX

A versatile size, perfect for use as a writing desk, library table, center table, or elegant entry table. Beautifully finished on all sides, allowing for placement anywhere in a room...

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1890s French Renaissance Revival Antique Center Table

Materials

Oak

Standing English Architect's Drawing Table of Mahogany from the George III Era

$12,950

Standing English Architect's Drawing Table of Mahogany from the George III Era

Located in Austin, TX

When closed, it functions as a side or center table. The whole raised on moulded square section legs with open fret corner brackets and stretchers in the Chippendale style.

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Late 18th Century English George III Antique Center Table

Materials

Metal, Brass

Japanese Antique Low Table 1860s-1920s / Sofa Table Wabi Sabi

$1,200

Japanese Antique Low Table 1860s-1920s / Sofa Table Wabi Sabi

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

Highly versatile, it functions beautifully as a low table, a sofa-side center table, or a display platform to highlight objects.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Center Table

Materials

Wood

19th Century French Louis XVI Walnut Double-Faced Writing Table

$3,780

19th Century French Louis XVI Walnut Double-Faced Writing Table

Located in Dallas, TX

Ideal as an end table, a center table, or a library table as well, it has been artistically sculpted with flower garlands, ribbon and rosettes in full relief on all four sides!

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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Center Table

Materials

Bronze

Spanish 18th Century Walnut Fratino Table with Carved Legs and Iron Stretcher

$16,000

Spanish 18th Century Walnut Fratino Table with Carved Legs and Iron Stretcher

Located in Atlanta, GA

Whether used as a console, writing desk, or center table, this Spanish Fratino table circa 1700s brings an undeniable sense of history and elegance, effortlessly elevating any study,...

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18th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Center Table

Materials

Wrought Iron

Spanish Colonial Revival Walnut Dining Table with Hand-Carved Scroll

$7,500

Spanish Colonial Revival Walnut Dining Table with Hand-Carved Scroll

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Perfect for a large dining room, hacienda-style interior, rustic European setting, or luxury traditional space. The table comfortably accommodates multiple dining chairs and works b...

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Early 20th Century Spanish Colonial Antique Center Table

Materials

Walnut

Pair of English Mahogany Demilune Console Tables with Fluted Legs, 19th Century

$12,600 / set

Pair of English Mahogany Demilune Console Tables with Fluted Legs, 19th Century

Located in Atlanta, GA

The pair can be displayed side by side as a circular center table or placed individually along a wall as separate consoles.

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19th Century English Antique Center Table

Materials

Mahogany

Italian Specimen Marble / Pietra Dura Occasional Table, 20th Century

$5,975

Italian Specimen Marble / Pietra Dura Occasional Table, 20th Century

Located in Round Top, TX

An elegant and highly decorative accent table equally suited for use as an occasional table, center table, or statement side table.

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Early 20th Century Italian Folk Art Antique Center Table

Materials

Marble

19th Century Italian Walnut Barley Twist Library / Writing Table

$3,720

19th Century Italian Walnut Barley Twist Library / Writing Table

Located in Houston, TX

Wonderfully versatile, this table works equally well as a writing desk, library table, center table, or elegant side table.

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19th Century Italian Jacobean Antique Center Table

Materials

Walnut

Antique L. & J.G. Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Desk, Newly Restored

$2,695

Antique L. & J.G. Stickley Mission Oak Arts & Crafts Desk, Newly Restored

By L. & J.G. Stickley Inc.

Located in South Bend, IN

An exceptional antique Mission or Arts & Crafts quarter sawn oak writing desk, library table, or center table. By L. & J.G. Stickley USA, Circa 1900 Measures: 40" W x 26" D ...

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Center Table

Materials

Oak

Vintage Primitive Wagon Wheel Dining Table Pedestal

$2,650

Vintage Primitive Wagon Wheel Dining Table Pedestal

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Perfect for a sunroom, a farmhouse breakfast nook, or as a striking center table in a grand entryway, this piece provides a substantial and grounded presence.

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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Center Table

Materials

Iron

French Louis XVI Style Walnut Dining Table with Parquetry Top

$4,480

French Louis XVI Style Walnut Dining Table with Parquetry Top

Located in Dallas, TX

A timeless piece that works beautifully in a dining room or as a large center table in today’s interiors. Circa early 20th century, France.

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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Antique Center Table

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Italian Walnut Barley Twist Library / Writing Table

$3,720

19th Century Italian Walnut Barley Twist Library / Writing Table

Located in Houston, TX

Wonderfully versatile, this table works equally well as a writing desk, library table, center table, or elegant side table.

Category

19th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Antique Center Table

Materials

Walnut

Spanish Rustic Trestle Table with Drawer and X-Stretchers, Spain, 19th Century

$2,842

Spanish Rustic Trestle Table with Drawer and X-Stretchers, Spain, 19th Century

Located in Meulebeke, BE

Whether used as a side table, writing table, console, or decorative center table, this antique Spanish piece offers both functionality and genuine period character.  

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19th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Antique Center Table

Materials

Wood

Early 18th Century Spanish Colonial Baroque Period Carved Walnut Large Table

$6,500

Early 18th Century Spanish Colonial Baroque Period Carved Walnut Large Table

Located in Forney, TX

Worldwide Shipping / Delivery available Local Pickup / Delivery available around Dallas Texas Versatile: Ideal size and proportions for a variety of different uses in today's home...

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18th Century Central American Baroque Antique Center Table

Materials

Walnut

Scandinavian Rustic Folk Art Dining Table in Stained Pine, Sweden, 1900s–1940s

$3,200

Scandinavian Rustic Folk Art Dining Table in Stained Pine, Sweden, 1900s–1940s

Located in Odense, DK

Equally suited as a dining table, center table, or statement piece in a cabin, farmhouse, or eclectic interior.

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Early 20th Century Swedish Folk Art Antique Center Table

Materials

Pine

19th Century French Louis XIII Seven-Leg Chestnut Farmhouse Racetrack Table

$6,900

19th Century French Louis XIII Seven-Leg Chestnut Farmhouse Racetrack Table

Located in Dallas, TX

The turned legs and stretchers exhibit classic baluster forms typical of provincial French tables of the late 19th century, while the generous proportions make the piece highly funct...

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Late 19th Century French Louis XIII Antique Center Table

Materials

Chestnut

French 19th Century Leather Top Wine Tasting Table

$4,500

French 19th Century Leather Top Wine Tasting Table

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A quick twist of the V-shaped support leg locks the top in place when flat. This unique table would be delightful as a center table to greet your guests, an occasional game table, as...

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19th Century French Other Antique Center Table

Materials

Leather, Oak

English Circa 1900 Round Mahogany Dining Table with Regency Revival Base

$8,250

English Circa 1900 Round Mahogany Dining Table with Regency Revival Base

Located in Atlanta, GA

The rich brown mahogany finish highlights the curved profiles and molded edges of the base, while the broad round top makes the piece particularly suitable for intimate dining or as ...

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Early 20th Century English Regency Revival Antique Center Table

Materials

Brass

Swedish Painted Pedestal Drop-Leaf Table, circa 1880

$3,750

Swedish Painted Pedestal Drop-Leaf Table, circa 1880

Located in Atlanta, GA

Painted in a warm sand tone with a softly aged patina, the finish enhances the table’s rustic yet refined character. The flaps fold neatly down when not in use, making this table hig...

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1880s Swedish Antique Center Table

Materials

Pine

19th C French Louis XVI Mahogany & Bronze w Sèvres Style Portraits Salon Table

$7,500

19th C French Louis XVI Mahogany & Bronze w Sèvres Style Portraits Salon Table

Located in Plainview, NY

19th C French Louis XVI Mahogany & Bronze w Sèvres Style Portraits Salon Table - Table de milieu This exceptional 19th-century French Louis XVI revival mahogany and gilt-bronze cent...

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1870s Louis XVI Antique Center Table

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Industrial Wagon Coffee Table

$2,650

Vintage Industrial Wagon Coffee Table

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Originally used to transport heavy loads across factory floors in the early 20th century, this cart has been masterfully repurposed into a substantial center table. It features thick...

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Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Center Table

Materials

Wood

Norwegian Rococo Painted Table, Hand-Carved Pine, 18th Century Design

$4,995

Norwegian Rococo Painted Table, Hand-Carved Pine, 18th Century Design

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

The frontality of the wide, scrolled legs (in the silhouette of Louis XV cabriole legs) makes this piece ideal for a console or center table to appreciate the unique, hand-crafted qu...

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18th Century Norwegian Rococo Antique Center Table

Materials

Iron

French Napoleon III Period Boulle Inlaid fliptop Games Table

$5,500

French Napoleon III Period Boulle Inlaid fliptop Games Table

By André-Charles Boulle

Located in Forney, TX

As warm and attractive as it is functional, finished on all sides so it can be placed anywhere in the room, having the ideal size and proportions for a variety of different uses, inc...

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Center Table

Materials

Brass, Bronze

American Federal Center Pedestal Games Table, circa 1815

$6,450

American Federal Center Pedestal Games Table, circa 1815

Located in INTERLAKEN, NY

An exceptionally handsome and very well crafted classical Philadelphia Federal games table in premium mahogany with turned and finely carved pedestal on quatre-form base, with carved...

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Early 19th Century American Federal Antique Center Table

Materials

Mahogany

Rare French Art Deco Writing Table / Desk in Teak c. 1925, style of Andre Groult

$19,870

Rare French Art Deco Writing Table / Desk in Teak c. 1925, style of Andre Groult

By Andre Groult

Located in New York, NY

The piece is functional and practical as a writing table / desk or center table but exudes a magical presence via its original form and lines.

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Center Table

Materials

Teak

Antique Chinoiserie Bamboo Red Glazed Pottery Tile Serving Table

$2,250

Antique Chinoiserie Bamboo Red Glazed Pottery Tile Serving Table

Located in Forney, TX

Dimensions: (approx) 28.5" High, 31.75" Wide, 19.75" Deep Uses: As warm and attractive as it is useful, having the ideal size and proportions for a variety of different uses, includ...

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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Center Table

Materials

Ceramic, Bamboo

Antique French Round Table Entry Center Parlor Table Pedestal Renaissance 19th

$2,875

Antique French Round Table Entry Center Parlor Table Pedestal Renaissance 19th

Located in Tyler, TX

Superb highly carved late 19th century antique Oak round entry, hall, sofa, center, foyer, or parlor table, end table, or pedestal~~Victorian Era Renaissance Revival ~~c. 1890s T...

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Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Antique Center Table

Materials

Oak

Antique Mahogany Pedestal Tripod Center/ Dining Table

$4,200

Antique Mahogany Pedestal Tripod Center/ Dining Table

Located in Bridgeport, CT

The generous top with four inch apron and fine even graining. May be used as a Center or Dining Table. Dimensions: 48.5” diameter by 31” high.

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19th Century Regency Antique Center Table

Materials

Mahogany

French Neo-Classical Black Lacquer & Faux Tortoise Painted Table / Desk / Center

$3,225

French Neo-Classical Black Lacquer & Faux Tortoise Painted Table / Desk / Center

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is an early 20th century Neo-Classical style French black lacquer and faux tortoise painted work table or desk. It has gilt trim and Greco-Roman torch appointments. The top has ...

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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Antique Center Table

Materials

Brass

19th C. Intricately-Carved French Table w/Black Marble Top- Exceptional Detail!

$12,320

19th C. Intricately-Carved French Table w/Black Marble Top- Exceptional Detail!

Located in East Point, GA

This 19th century French table, just over 4 feet in length, would make a fabulous console, or the perfect piece if you are looking for a center table which could be floated within a ...

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19th Century French Antique Center Table

Materials

Marble

19th Century Italian Carved Silvered Wood Marble-Top Coffee Table

$2,100

19th Century Italian Carved Silvered Wood Marble-Top Coffee Table

Located in Dallas, TX

Sculptural and versatile, it could serve as a coffee table, low center table, or statement occasional table in a formal salon, library, or sophisticated contemporary interior.

Category

Mid-19th Century Italian Classical Roman Antique Center Table

Materials

Breccia Marble, Silver Leaf

English Georgian Style Banquet Dining Table

$3,800

English Georgian Style Banquet Dining Table

Located in Southampton, NY

The D shaped ends can be used as console tables or joined together as a dramatic center table.

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Early 20th Century English Antique Center Table

Materials

Mahogany

A Large 18th Century Walnut Center (or Kitchen) Table

$28,000

A Large 18th Century Walnut Center (or Kitchen) Table

Located in Harrodsburg, KY

A large 18th Century walnut center (or kitchen) table. The thick, two-board top has a striking grain to the timber.

Category

Late 18th Century French Antique Center Table

Materials

Walnut

French 19th Century Leather-Top Table with Single Drawer

$4,500

French 19th Century Leather-Top Table with Single Drawer

Located in Atlanta, GA

The proportions are well judged: compact enough for a study, bedroom, or salon, yet substantial enough to read as a serious piece of furniture rather than an accent table. Versatile...

Category

19th Century French Antique Center Table

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Antique French Louis XV Style Parquetry Library Table

$4,500

Antique French Louis XV Style Parquetry Library Table

Located in Chicago, IL

Equally suited as a writing desk, library table, center table, or sophisticated sofa table, this versatile piece effortlessly complements French Louis XV, Rococo Revival, Traditional...

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Late 19th Century Unknown Rococo Revival Antique Center Table

Materials

Walnut

Pair of 19th Century French Directoire Painted Demi-Lune Console Tables

$7,100 / set

Pair of 19th Century French Directoire Painted Demi-Lune Console Tables

Located in Dallas, TX

Each half-moon table features a molded wooden top above a gently curved apron enriched with carved diamond-shaped reserves centered by floral rosettes.

Category

Late 19th Century French Directoire Antique Center Table

Materials

Oak, Paint

19th Century Spanish Baroque Dining Table in Solid Oak and Iron

$4,995

19th Century Spanish Baroque Dining Table in Solid Oak and Iron

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A multipurpose Spanish fratino table from the 19th century in handsome oak construction with stretchers of wrought-iron for dining, as a center table, or writing desk.

Category

19th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Center Table

Materials

Iron

Extraordinary Italian Baroque Gilt Wood Table Supports Early 18th Century

$4,547 / item

Extraordinary Italian Baroque Gilt Wood Table Supports Early 18th Century

Located in Antwerp, BE

Both supports are separately for sale, to make possible to construct two separate round tables, or together to make a rectangular table. These can be used for a dining table, center ...

Category

18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Center Table

Materials

Wood, Giltwood

Antique Walnut Drop Leaf Table from Tuscany, Italy, Early 19th Century

$4,300

Antique Walnut Drop Leaf Table from Tuscany, Italy, Early 19th Century

Located in Dallas, TX

Hidden within the apron is a pull-out drawer that spans the entire length of the table, making this an attractive option for a library or center table.

Category

Early 19th Century Italian Antique Center Table

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Portuguese Early 19th Century Baroque Style Walnut Writing Table with Drawers

$14,000

Portuguese Early 19th Century Baroque Style Walnut Writing Table with Drawers

Located in Atlanta, GA

The construction suggests it was intended to present beautifully in the center of a room, making it well suited as a library table, writing table, center table, or statement desk.

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Early 19th Century Portuguese Baroque Antique Center Table

Materials

Brass

French 19th century Louis XVI st. Mahogany, Kingwood and Ormolu table/desk

$18,900

French 19th century Louis XVI st. Mahogany, Kingwood and Ormolu table/desk

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Mahogany, Kingwood and Ormolu center table/desk, attributed to Francois Linke. This truly stunning rectangular table/desk is raised by elegant slender circular tapered fluted legs wi...

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Center Table

Materials

Ormolu

Neo-Renaissance middle console table – Lyonnais work – Solid walnut

$3,695 / item

Neo-Renaissance middle console table – Lyonnais work – Solid walnut

Located in NAVILLY, FR

Three reverse drawers made in faux, allowing presentation as a center table. Side supports in the form of scrolled consoles, carved with foliage motifs and rosettes, framing panels w...

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Early 1700s European Art Nouveau Antique Center Table

Materials

Beech

Louis XIII Period 1630s Carved Walnut Barley Twist Table with Black Painted Top

$4,950

Louis XIII Period 1630s Carved Walnut Barley Twist Table with Black Painted Top

Located in Atlanta, GA

Perfect as a statement writing desk, console, or center table, it brings noble charm and architectural beauty to any refined interior.

Category

Early 17th Century Italian Antique Center Table

Materials

Walnut

Louis XV Style French Center, End Table, Giltwood, Marble Top, Accent Table

$2,400

Louis XV Style French Center, End Table, Giltwood, Marble Top, Accent Table

Located in Stamford, CT

Louis XV Style French Center, End Table, Giltwood, Marble Top This exquisite Louis XV style giltwood center or end table is a charming addition to any space.

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Early 1900s Antique Center Table

Materials

Marble

18th Century French Louis XIII Carved Walnut Turned-Leg Side Table with Drawer

$2,300

18th Century French Louis XIII Carved Walnut Turned-Leg Side Table with Drawer

Located in Dallas, TX

Both decorative and functional, this distinctive piece would make a wonderful addition to a living room, library, or study, serving as a center table, writing table, or desk in a tra...

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Late 18th Century French Louis XIII Antique Center Table

Materials

Walnut

Baroque Spanish Walnut long, narrow Center or Console Table

$65,000

Baroque Spanish Walnut long, narrow Center or Console Table

Located in Troy, NY

Extraordinary long and narrow walnut table, with a massive one-plank top, over a frieze containing four drawers with typical wrought iron pulls, conforming carved decoration on all f...

Category

17th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Center Table

Materials

Wrought Iron

19th C. Vintage French Faux Bois Garden Tree Table & Hand Carved Stone Round Top

$3,840Sale Price|20% Off

19th C. Vintage French Faux Bois Garden Tree Table & Hand Carved Stone Round Top

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Vintage French Faux Bois Garden Tree Table & Hand Carved Stone Round Top . Antique Accent Circular Table Garden or Center Table . vintage French faux bois And Hand Carved Stone T...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Center Table

Materials

Stone, Cast Stone, Cement

Dutch Art Deco Amsterdam School coffee table in solid oak, 1920s

$3,126

Dutch Art Deco Amsterdam School coffee table in solid oak, 1920s

By Paul Bromberg

Located in EVERDINGEN, NL

An exceptional Amsterdam School coffee or center table, crafted in solid oak with shelves on all sides and bold black-stained feet.

Category

1920s Dutch Art Deco Antique Center Table

Materials

Oak

18th Century Louis XV Wood French Writing Table

$14,211

18th Century Louis XV Wood French Writing Table

Located in IT

The back is well finished and this desk can also be used as a center table. In good condition, with some small signs of wear and age on the leather top, it’s ready to be inserted int...

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Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Antique Center Table

Materials

Wood

Antique American Distressed Fold-Over Flip-Top Morphing Table

$1,215

Antique American Distressed Fold-Over Flip-Top Morphing Table

Located in Forney, TX

A 19th century American morphing table, in a later white painted finish. Having a demilune (half-moon console / side table) shaped hinged fold-over top, rising on hand turned and spi...

Category

19th Century American Antique Center Table

Materials

Wood, Paint

19th Century English Jacobean Oak Gateleg Drop-Leaf Dining Table with Six Legs

$2,800

19th Century English Jacobean Oak Gateleg Drop-Leaf Dining Table with Six Legs

Located in Dallas, TX

The strong base is joined by box stretchers and raised on turned legs ending in bun feet, giving the table a grounded yet elegant presence. Whether used as a breakfast table, center ...

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Mid-19th Century English Jacobean Antique Center Table

Materials

Oak

Louis XV Style Ormolu-Mounted Writing Table by Haentgés Frères, Paris c. 1890

$13,500

Louis XV Style Ormolu-Mounted Writing Table by Haentgés Frères, Paris c. 1890

By Haentges Freres

Located in SEDLEC-PRČICE, CZ

To someone who has not seen it in person, it can be described as a beautifully proportioned center table with elegant cabriole legs, featuring a serpentine-contoured top decorated wi...

Category

1890s French Louis XV Antique Center Table

Materials

Ormolu

Antique Late 19th Century French Provincial Fruitwood Dining Table

$6,800

Antique Late 19th Century French Provincial Fruitwood Dining Table

Located in Astoria, NY

Well suited for use as a dining table, kitchen table, or center table, the proportions and integrated drawers also allow it to function effectively as a writing table or desk within ...

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Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Center Table

Materials

Fruitwood

French 19th Century Restauration Mahogany Gueridon

$3,200

French 19th Century Restauration Mahogany Gueridon

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

Small casters underneath facilitate easier movement of this substantial gueridon which can find a multitude of uses around the home as an end, side, or center table. Cleaned and poli...

Category

19th Century French Restauration Antique Center Table

Materials

Marble, Brass

19th Century Carvef Wood Steel Extendable Game Center Desk Table

$4,795

19th Century Carvef Wood Steel Extendable Game Center Desk Table

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Indulge in the timeless elegance of this exquisite extendable, versatile center desk table or game table, dating back to the late 19th Century.

Category

Late 19th Century Spanish Colonial Antique Center Table

Materials

Steel

Pair of Italian Neoclassical Walnut Apollo Sunburst Demilunes

$18,000 / set

Pair of Italian Neoclassical Walnut Apollo Sunburst Demilunes

Located in Rio Vista, CA

The tables fit together to form a round center table for an entry or foyer.

Category

18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Center Table

Materials

Walnut

Italian 19th Century Ebony, Ivory And Ormolu Center/Side Table

$15,300

Italian 19th Century Ebony, Ivory And Ormolu Center/Side Table

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A striking Italian 19th century ebony, ivory, and ormolu center/side table. The one drawer rectangular table is raised by four elegant turned tapered legs with charming topie shaped ...

Category

19th Century Italian Antique Center Table

Materials

Ormolu

Spanish Marquetry SideTable with Bird Motifs Marquetry and Iron Stretcher

$2,675 / item

Spanish Marquetry SideTable with Bird Motifs Marquetry and Iron Stretcher

Located in Miami, FL

The combination of elaborate marquetry, richly figured woods, carved supports, and iron details gives this table a distinctive historic character. Its versatile proportions make it s...

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1890s European Baroque Antique Center Table

Materials

Iron

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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?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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?
2 Answers
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?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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?
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.
How do I care for an antique wood dining table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Keep it out of direct sun and away from heat, dust with a soft cloth, and wax or polish sparingly.
Can I replace the shade on an antique table lamp?
1 Answer
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 identify an antique drop leaf table?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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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