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 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.

Antique Childrens Table

Oil Paintings Of Mother With Children

Childrens Bench

Dutch Impressionist

Antique Black Forest Wood Picture

Childrens Furniture 1920s

Early Dutch Painting

Hague School

Black Forest Carved Frame

Pair of Thonet Children's Chairs

Sold|~~$1,800~~

Pair of Thonet Children's Chairs

Located in Los Angeles, CA

(The Isamu Noguchi children's dining table is no longer available.)

Category

19th Century Austrian Antique Childrens Table

Materials

Bentwood, Cane

Painters Table

Sold|~~$2,500~~

Painters Table

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Cute little Painters Table found in France by Nathan Turner.

Category

19th Century French Antique Childrens Table

Materials

Wood

Charming Early 19th Century French Walnut Child's Dining Table with One Leaf

Sold|~~$2,000~~

Charming Early 19th Century French Walnut Child's Dining Table with One Leaf

Located in New Orleans, LA

Charming early 19th century French walnut child's drop-leaf dining table with turned and fluted legs, with runner system and one additional leaf to expand size.

Category

Early 19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Childrens Table

Materials

Walnut

Old Painted Wood Side Table

Sold|~~$595~~

Old Painted Wood Side Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

C. 1910 painted wood table with turned legs. This is an unusual piece as it was originally used as a children's table, thus the odd height.

Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Childrens Table

Materials

Wood, Paint

Chinoiserie Children's Tea Table

Sold|~~$2,500~~

Chinoiserie Children's Tea Table

Located in New Orleans, LA

Rare late 18th century French children's lacquered folding tea table with chinoiserie decoration, circa 1790

Category

18th Century and Earlier French Antique Childrens Table

Materials

Wood

Children's Furniture: Vintage Wooden Table from Midwestern Schoolhouse

Sold|~~$890~~

Children's Furniture: Vintage Wooden Table from Midwestern Schoolhouse

Located in Madison, WI

Vintage wooden table was used in early 1900s schoolhouse. Height of 23.75 inches is perfect for younger children.

Category

Early 20th Century American Schoolhouse Antique Childrens Table

Materials

Pine, Paint

19th Century Italian Wooden Horse Children's Toy Converted into Table Lamp

Sold|~~$2,681~~

19th Century Italian Wooden Horse Children's Toy Converted into Table Lamp

Located in Florence, IT

19th century Italian wooden horse children's toy converted into table lamp. 1890s. This table lamp has an European electrification.

Category

1890s Italian Victorian Antique Childrens Table

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Wooden Horse Children's Toy Converted into Table Lamp, 1890s

Sold|~~$2,914~~

19th Century French Wooden Horse Children's Toy Converted into Table Lamp, 1890s

Located in Florence, IT

19th century French wooden horse children's toy converted into table lamp, 1890s.

Category

1890s French Victorian Antique Childrens Table

Materials

Brass

Antique Children's Desk, circa 1900

Sold|~~$373~~

Antique Children's Desk, circa 1900

Located in Freiburg, DE

Material: oak, ceramic (ink holder) foldable.

Category

Early 1900s German Antique Childrens Table

Materials

Oak

School House Table/Bench

Sold|~~$2,800~~

School House Table/Bench

Located in Sag Harbor, NY

Nicely worn pine school tables complete with childrens' graffiti. The tops tilt to reviel a bench with a hidden compartment (for books etc.) 3 remain of 6.

Category

19th Century American Antique Childrens Table

Fine French Dore' Bronze Table Clock with Figures of Children

Sold|~~$3,800~~

Fine French Dore' Bronze Table Clock with Figures of Children

Located in Pasadena, CA

This highly decorative dore' bronze clock features figures of three children mounted atop heavily embellished base. The clock has an enamel dial and the movement is by T.H. Pearce, P...

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19th Century French Antique Childrens Table

Doll's or Childs Table and Chair Set

Sold|~~$975~~

Doll's or Childs Table and Chair Set

Located in Culver City, CA

This set is probably for a doll's tea party or perhaps it may do for a two year old child. Either way the set is in good condition, strong and will look the part in any setting of yo...

Category

Early 20th Century American Antique Childrens Table

French Mahogany Writing Table

Sold|~~$3,250~~

French Mahogany Writing Table

Located in Roswell, GA

French mahogany writing table with fluted legs and doric columns. Brass ormolu accents with female faces and swags on all 4 legs. Porcelain original casters. Table finished and<...

Category

19th Century French Antique Childrens Table

Materials

Brass

French Table Top Vanity Shell Mirror Iron Frame, circa 1890

Sold|~~$1,114~~

French Table Top Vanity Shell Mirror Iron Frame, circa 1890

Located in Houston, TX

Receive our new selections direct from 1stdibs by email each week. Please click “Follow Dealer” button below and see them first! The lovely Baroque shape of this French shell encrus...

Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Childrens Table

Materials

Shell

Chinese Antique Double-Sided Spring Bench or Low Table

Sold|~~$755~~

Chinese Antique Double-Sided Spring Bench or Low Table

Located in SOMIS, CA

Widely used in southern China, they served as benches, tables for Children, stands for baskets and holders for blankets.

Category

19th Century Chinese Ming Antique Childrens Table

Materials

Wood

Danish Serving Bowl

Sold|~~$225~~

Danish Serving Bowl

Located in Sheffield, MA

It would be perfect as a center piece on a table. i have one on our family dining table with children's toys and books but cant you see fruits and vegetables or dried flowers.

Category

19th Century Danish Antique Childrens Table

Materials

Wood

Coffer. Cherry wood, French, circa 1830

Sold|~~$1,324~~

Coffer. Cherry wood, French, circa 1830

Located in Honiton, Devon

Also frequently used as a coffee table and childrens' toy box. We can line out this coffer to your requirements.

Category

Early 19th Century French Country Antique Childrens Table

Materials

Cherry

Large Camphorwood Trunk, Brass Bound, circa 1880

Sold|~~$1,081~~

Large Camphorwood Trunk, Brass Bound, circa 1880

Located in Honiton, Devon

Useful as a Linen Chest, children’s Toy Trunk or Coffee Table, it's so useful for storage.

Category

Late 19th Century Central Asian British Colonial Antique Childrens Table

Materials

Hardwood

Good Pencil & Charcoal Family Portrait; The Family of Sir Jean de Veulle

Sold|~~$918~~

Good Pencil & Charcoal Family Portrait; The Family of Sir Jean de Veulle

Located in Bedford, Bedfordshire

The well depicted study of good size executed in pencil and charcoals showing the family of Sir Jean de Veulle - Bailiff of Jersey 1831-1848 who married Anne Eliza Tindal bearing nin...

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1840s English Early Victorian Antique Childrens Table

Materials

Maple, Parchment Paper

Antique Hinged Table Frame Hand Painted Flowers

Sold|~~$329~~

Antique Hinged Table Frame Hand Painted Flowers

Located in Seguin, TX

Antique hinged wood double picture frame with hand painted flowers. Pansies, primrose and apple blossoms. Openings are 3.5" x 5.5", there is not an insert built in for pictures. O...

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Childrens Table

Materials

Wood

Pair of Cartier Sterling Art Deco Table Top Frames

Sold|~~$3,200~~

Pair of Cartier Sterling Art Deco Table Top Frames

By Cartier

Located in Dallas, TX

A very nice stylish rare pair of Cartier sterling table top frames with semi-precious stones United States, 1920s. Marks: Handmade sterling, Cartier 888 Measure: Holds an 8 x 10 p...

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Childrens Table

Materials

Sterling Silver

Chinese Antique Double Sided Spring Bench or Low Table

Sold|~~$755~~

Chinese Antique Double Sided Spring Bench or Low Table

Located in SOMIS, CA

Widely used in southern China, they served as benches, tables for Children, stands for baskets and holders for blankets.

Category

19th Century Chinese Antique Childrens Table

Materials

Wood

Double-Sided Red Antique Chinese Spring Bench or Low Table

Sold|~~$750~~

Double-Sided Red Antique Chinese Spring Bench or Low Table

Located in SOMIS, CA

They served as benches, tables for Children, stands for baskets and holders for blankets.

Category

19th Century Chinese Antique Childrens Table

Materials

Wood

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Antique Childrens Table For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the antique childrens table you’re looking for at 1stDibs. An antique childrens table — often made from wood, metal and bronze — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect antique childrens table — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An antique childrens table is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Victorian, Art Nouveau and Arts and Crafts styles are sought with frequency. Cartier, Alfred Daguet and Edwin Thompson Bryant each produced at least one beautiful antique childrens table that is worth considering.

How Much is a Antique Childrens Table?

Prices for an antique childrens table can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $318 and can go as high as $15,000, while the average can fetch as much as $1,800.

Questions About Antique Childrens Table

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?
2 Answers
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 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.