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 Irish Table

Irish Oak

18th Century Mahogany Side Table

Irish Mahogany Furniture

Mack Gibton

Claw Feet And Ball Side Tables

Irish Bar

Irish Walnut

Northern Ireland

EXQUISITE ANTiQUE GEORGIAN IRISH 1780 RESTORED BROWN LEATHER WRITING TABLE DESK

$18,238

EXQUISITE ANTiQUE GEORGIAN IRISH 1780 RESTORED BROWN LEATHER WRITING TABLE DESK

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Absolutely exquisite fully restored Georgian Irish circa 1780 double sided writing table desk with hand dyed brown leather top and ornately carved legs Please note the delivery fee...

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1780s Irish Georgian Antique Irish Table

Materials

Leather, Wood, Mahogany

FINE ANTiQUE GEORGIAN IRISH CLAW & BALL FEET COLONIAL FOLDING HUNT DINING TABLE

$5,066

FINE ANTiQUE GEORGIAN IRISH CLAW & BALL FEET COLONIAL FOLDING HUNT DINING TABLE

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this fully restored, sublime Georgian Irish Circa 1820-1840 Folding Hunt Dining table in the Colonial taste ...

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1820s British Georgian Antique Irish Table

Materials

Hardwood

Irish Mahogany Kettle Stand, 18th Century

$12,950

Irish Mahogany Kettle Stand, 18th Century

Located in North Miami, FL

The Kettle stand table is small circular or square table for holding a teakettle or hot-water urn.

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18th Century English Georgian Antique Irish Table

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

19th C Irish Painted Vernacular Pine Farmhouse Table

$6,687

19th C Irish Painted Vernacular Pine Farmhouse Table

Located in Staffordshire, GB

Circa 1800 19th C Irish painted vernacular pine farmhouse table. sku 1168.

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19th Century Antique Irish Table

Materials

Pine

Pair Of Early 19th Century Irish Regency Turnover Card/Games Tables

$14,715

Pair Of Early 19th Century Irish Regency Turnover Card/Games Tables

Located in Dublin, IE

A pair of Irish Regency mahogany card tables, the rectangular top with rounded corners and a swivel-hinged top, enclosing a green baize inset playing surface, each frieze with a rect...

Category

Early 19th Century Irish Regency Antique Irish Table

Materials

Wood

Antique Irish Mahogany Tilt Top Tables On Turned Pedestals Near Pair

$11,348Sale Price / set|20% Off

Antique Irish Mahogany Tilt Top Tables On Turned Pedestals Near Pair

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Antique Irish Georgian Mahogany Tilt Top Tables On Turned Pedestals With Tripod Bases 1700's Table 1 Height to table top 71cm Table top Width 60cm Table top Depth 53cm Height whe...

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18th Century Irish Georgian Antique Irish Table

Materials

Brass

Irish Regency Centre Table, Gilt Gesso & Connemara Marble, Circa 1820

$42,151

Irish Regency Centre Table, Gilt Gesso & Connemara Marble, Circa 1820

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Superb Irish Regency gilt and composition centre table.

Category

Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Irish Table

Materials

Marble

English/Irish Georgian Style Mahogany Table Desk

$78,000

English/Irish Georgian Style Mahogany Table Desk

Located in Queens, NY

English/Irish Georgian style (19th Century) mahogany table desk with carved lion heads on legs with claw feet and red leather top.

Category

19th Century British Georgian Antique Irish Table

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

A Very Rare and Fine Irish 19th Century Dining Table in the Manner of Strahan

$27,440

A Very Rare and Fine Irish 19th Century Dining Table in the Manner of Strahan

By Strahan of Dublin

Located in Dublin, IE

A very rare and fine 19th Century Irish solid mahogany extending D - end dining table in the manner of Strahan of Dublin, stunningly hand carved with beautifully rich patination and ...

Category

19th Century Irish Antique Irish Table

Materials

Brass

Irish Influenced Marble Topped Console / Side Table, Late 19th Century

$20,265

Irish Influenced Marble Topped Console / Side Table, Late 19th Century

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A very impressive late 19th century Irish influenced marble topped console/side table, having its original Brocatelle Jaune du jura marble top, wonderful hand carved classical foliat...

Category

1890s Antique Irish Table

Materials

Marble

Superb Quality Antique George III Irish Carved Mahogany Card/Side Table

$4,720

Superb Quality Antique George III Irish Carved Mahogany Card/Side Table

Located in Suffolk, GB

Superb quality antique George III Irish carved mahogany card/side table having a superb quality mahogany serpentine shape fold over top opening to reveal the original baize interior,...

Category

Early 19th Century Irish George III Antique Irish Table

Materials

Other

Irish George III Carved Mahogany Dished Top Tea Table, 18th Century

$2,500

Irish George III Carved Mahogany Dished Top Tea Table, 18th Century

Located in Southampton, NY

Irish George III carved mahogany dished top tea table, 18th century Beautifully hand carved foliage, slightly curved cabriole tapered legs on padded feet.

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18th Century Irish George III Antique Irish Table

Materials

Mahogany

A Very Fine Irish Georgian Mahogany Drop Leaf Dining Table

$6,288

A Very Fine Irish Georgian Mahogany Drop Leaf Dining Table

Located in Dublin, IE

A very fine Irish Georgian mahogany double drop leaf dining table, of exceptional quality, large proportions, in excellent condition and finely hand carved with gorgeously rich pati...

Category

Early 19th Century Irish Georgian Antique Irish Table

Materials

Mahogany

A Very Rare Early 19th Century Irish Turn Over Leaf Games Table

$4,516

A Very Rare Early 19th Century Irish Turn Over Leaf Games Table

Located in Dublin, IE

A very rare early 19th Century Irish well figured mahogany turn over leaf gateleg action card Table.

Category

19th Century Irish Antique Irish Table

Materials

Brass

Antique Irish Carved Burl Walnut Spiral Twist Pedestal Tripod Wine Table 1860

$1,650

Antique Irish Carved Burl Walnut Spiral Twist Pedestal Tripod Wine Table 1860

Located in Portland, OR

A fine antique Irish burl walnut hand-carved, tripod spiral pedestal wine table, circa 1860.

Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Irish Table

Materials

Walnut, Burl

Pair of Late 18th Century Irish Georgian Mahogany Demi-Lune Card Tables

$21,152

Pair of Late 18th Century Irish Georgian Mahogany Demi-Lune Card Tables

Located in Dublin, IE

A fine pair of late 18th century Irish George III card tables, constructed in mahogany with crossbanded in satinwood, shaped in demilune outline with moulded frieze and fluted and ri...

Category

Late 18th Century Irish Georgian Antique Irish Table

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

Pair of Antique Irish Victorian Burr Walnut and Carved Card Tables

$12,631 / set

Pair of Antique Irish Victorian Burr Walnut and Carved Card Tables

Located in Glasgow, GB

Stunning pair of 19th century Irish burr walnut cards tables, the serpentine shaped tops with highly figured bookmatched veneers and ‘Irish carved’ edge of trailing Shamrocks, leaves...

Category

19th Century Irish Victorian Antique Irish Table

Materials

Brass

A Very Rare Early 19th Century Irish Turn Over Leaf Games Table

$4,516

A Very Rare Early 19th Century Irish Turn Over Leaf Games Table

Located in Dublin, IE

A very rare early 19th Century Irish well figured mahogany turn over leaf gateleg action card table.

Category

Early 19th Century Irish Georgian Antique Irish Table

Materials

Brass

A Very Rare Georgian Irish Flip Top Occasional Table with Pie Crust Top

$3,372

A Very Rare Georgian Irish Flip Top Occasional Table with Pie Crust Top

Located in Dublin, IE

A very rare Georgian Irish well figured mahogany flip top occasional table of exceptional quality, finely hand carved with beautifully rich patination and fine grain.

Category

Early 19th Century Irish Georgian Antique Irish Table

Materials

Mahogany

18th Century Irish George II Mahogany Card Table

$4,458

18th Century Irish George II Mahogany Card Table

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

George II Irish Mahogany card table with carved scalloped shell on frieze, raised on shell carved cabriole legs on pad feet.

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1740s European George II Antique Irish Table

Materials

Mahogany

A Fabulous Early 19th Century Irish Regency Turn Over Leaf Tea Table

$3,372

A Fabulous Early 19th Century Irish Regency Turn Over Leaf Tea Table

Located in Dublin, IE

A fabulous early 19th Century Irish Regency mahogany turn over leaf tea table, finely hand carved and of exceptional quality with rich patination and grain.

Category

Early 19th Century Irish Regency Antique Irish Table

Materials

Brass

A William IV rosewood library table, Williams & Gibton, Irish circa 1830

$36,477

A William IV rosewood library table, Williams & Gibton, Irish circa 1830

Located in Reepham, GB

A William IV library or writing table made circa 1830 by the renowned Dublin firm of Williams & Gibton. The table has a superbly grained and richly hued rosewood top set above two d...

Category

19th Century Antique Irish Table

Materials

Rosewood

Irish Geo II Plum Pudding Mahogany Tilt and Turn Tripod Tea Table, c1750

$9,750

Irish Geo II Plum Pudding Mahogany Tilt and Turn Tripod Tea Table, c1750

Located in valatie, NY

Irish Geo II Plum Pudding Mahogany Tilt and Turn Tripod Tea Table, c1750.

Category

Mid-18th Century Irish Antique Irish Table

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Georgian Irish Mahogany Demi Lune Games Card or Tea Table George III

$7,717

Antique Georgian Irish Mahogany Demi Lune Games Card or Tea Table George III

Located in Dublin, Ireland

A superb example of an Early Irish Mahogany Georgian Demi-lune Fold-over Games Table of outstanding museum quality.

Category

Late 18th Century Irish George III Antique Irish Table

Materials

Ebony, Mahogany, Walnut

A Fine 18th Century George II Irish Folding Card Table

$19,584

A Fine 18th Century George II Irish Folding Card Table

Located in London, GB

Ireland, circa 1740 A fine George II Irish mahogany card table, the top opening on a gate leg to reveal a blue baize line playing surface inset with counter wells to the corners, wi...

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18th Century English George II Antique Irish Table

Materials

Wood

Irish Plum Pudding Mahogany Tilt-Top Acanthus Tea Table with Birdcage Circa 1770

$16,500

Irish Plum Pudding Mahogany Tilt-Top Acanthus Tea Table with Birdcage Circa 1770

Located in Charleston, SC

Irish plum pudding mahogany tilt-top tea table with a carved floral molded edge, original brass locking mechanism, rotating birdcage, bulbous carved acanthus pedestal, and resting on...

Category

1770s Irish Chippendale Antique Irish Table

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

Anglo-Irish George II Giltwood Side Tables, Manner of William Kent, circa 1740

$78,000 / set

Anglo-Irish George II Giltwood Side Tables, Manner of William Kent, circa 1740

By William Kent

Located in Kinderhook, NY

Exquisite and important pair of circa 1740 George II Anglo-Irish regency console or side tables in the manner of William Kent having original verde antico marble tops on original-fin...

Category

Mid-18th Century British Regency Antique Irish Table

Materials

Marble

Late 19th Century Irish Console By James Hicks Dublin In The Hepplewhite Style

$8,575

Late 19th Century Irish Console By James Hicks Dublin In The Hepplewhite Style

By James Hicks

Located in Dublin, IE

A superb 19th century Irish mahogany console table in the style of Hepplewhite, of demi lune outline the shaped top above a moulded apron with carved paterae roundels raised on squar...

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19th Century Irish Hepplewhite Antique Irish Table

Materials

Mahogany

Rare Irish Armorial Pietra Dura Low Table with Seashells

$12,500

Rare Irish Armorial Pietra Dura Low Table with Seashells

By J. Darmanin & Sons

Located in New York, NY

The double serpentine form top made of various specimen marbles and inlaid with the armorial for the Baker family of County Tipperary, with motto "Hono Virtutis Satelles" s...

Category

Mid-19th Century Maltese Antique Irish Table

Materials

Marble

19th C. Irish George III Carved Mahogany Kneehole Desk

$3,200

19th C. Irish George III Carved Mahogany Kneehole Desk

Located in Bridgeport, CT

An Irish George III knee hole desk in dark mahogany with shaped top with carved edge and canted corners. With a long apron drawer over two side drawers flanking the carved leafy open...

Category

Early 19th Century Irish George III Antique Irish Table

Materials

Brass

Unusual 18th Century Antique Quality Mahogany Irish Triple Top Card/Side Table

$5,395

Unusual 18th Century Antique Quality Mahogany Irish Triple Top Card/Side Table

Located in Suffolk, GB

Unusual 18th century Antique George III quality mahogany Irish triple top card table having a quality mahogany Demi-lune shaped top opening to reveal a polished interior then opening...

Category

18th Century English George III Antique Irish Table

Materials

Other

Irish George II Drop-Leaf Table, Walnut, Circa 1890, Lion's Paw Legs

$4,321Sale Price|30% Off

Irish George II Drop-Leaf Table, Walnut, Circa 1890, Lion's Paw Legs

Located in Lucenec, SK

This exceptional Irish dining table from the 19th century is an example of masterful craftsmanship and detailed processing characteristic of the Georgian revival period.

Category

19th Century European George II Antique Irish Table

Materials

Walnut, Burl

18thC Irish Oak Bible Box Coffer Stool

$4,046

18thC Irish Oak Bible Box Coffer Stool

Located in Staffordshire, GB

circa 1790 18thC Irish Oak Bible Box Stool sku 1822 W54 x D29 x H48 cm Weight 8 kg

Category

18th Century Antique Irish Table

Materials

Oak

Rare 18th Century George III Mahogany Irish Wolf Foot Tripod Table, Circa 1760

$12,152

Rare 18th Century George III Mahogany Irish Wolf Foot Tripod Table, Circa 1760

By Thomas Chippendale

Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

A Fine and Possibly Unique Mid-18th-Century George III Mahogany Tray-Top Tripod Table, Circa 1760-1770, Ireland This exceptional mid-18th-century George III tripod table represents ...

Category

18th Century English Chippendale Antique Irish Table

Materials

Mahogany

Early 19th Century George III Wine Table

$6,174

Early 19th Century George III Wine Table

Located in Dublin 8, IE

Early 19th century George III mahogany wine table, the moulded top of circular form raised over turned pod with barley twist and baluster carved reeded detail supported on triform mo...

Category

Early 1800s Irish George III Antique Irish Table

Materials

Mahogany

George IV Period Mahogany Sofa or Breakfast Table

$14,500

George IV Period Mahogany Sofa or Breakfast Table

By Williams & Gibton

Located in Harrodsburg, KY

A George IV period mahogany sofa or breakfast table attributed to Dublin maker Williams and Gibton. The rectangular, tilting top has rounded corners and a thick, double-molded edge. ...

Category

Early 19th Century Irish George IV Antique Irish Table

Materials

Brass

Early 19th Century Regency Tripod Wine Table

$4,802

Early 19th Century Regency Tripod Wine Table

Located in Dublin 8, IE

Early 19th century Regency tripod wine table. The rectangular satinwood and mahogany crossbanded top sits above a turned stem that splays out into three downswept tapering legs, term...

Category

Early 19th Century Irish Regency Antique Irish Table

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

19th Century games and sewing table

$18,865

19th Century games and sewing table

Located in Dublin 8, IE

19th Century games and sewing table by the renowned firm of Holland & Sons. Known for its exceptionally fine craftsmanship and inventive use of exotic woods, the firm’s establish...

Category

19th Century Irish Antique Irish Table

Materials

Satinwood, Driftwood

19th Century Regency Drum Table

$14,292

19th Century Regency Drum Table

Located in Dublin 8, IE

19th century mahogany drum table in the Regency manner, the gilt tooled red leather inset above eight frieze drawers with cock beaded edge, including four ring drawers raised on eleg...

Category

1810s Irish Regency Antique Irish Table

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Antique Side Table

$94,570

Antique Side Table

Located in Tyrone, Northern Ireland

An outstanding 18th century mahogany side table with Breccia violetta marble top. The plain veneered frieze with acanthus moulded cornice supporting the solid Breccia violetta marble...

Category

Mid-18th Century Irish George II Antique Irish Table

Materials

Breccia Marble

Antique Chippendale Side Table by Butler of Dublin

$3,985

Antique Chippendale Side Table by Butler of Dublin

By Butler's of Dublin

Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire

Irish mahogany furniture is often polished to a rich dark colour.

Category

1890s Irish Chippendale Antique Irish Table

Materials

Mahogany

18th Century George III Book/Side Table

$4,802

18th Century George III Book/Side Table

Located in Dublin 8, IE

18th century George III mahogany book/side table, the moulded shaped top above single shelf raised over single line inlaid drawer supported over Marlborough leg joined by shaped conc...

Category

Late 18th Century Irish Antique Irish Table

Materials

Mahogany

Mahogany Console Table

$16,212

Mahogany Console Table

Located in Tyrone, Northern Ireland

A George III period mahogany side table in the neo-classical Adam style. The moulded serpentine top raised over a carved frieze of classical decoration, the long central drawer finel...

Category

Late 18th Century Irish Adam Style Antique Irish Table

Materials

Mahogany

Early 19th Century George III Mahogany Occasional Table

$21,724

Early 19th Century George III Mahogany Occasional Table

Located in Dublin 8, IE

Early 19th century George III mahogany occasional table with tip-up top, ornate foliate and shell carved top on baluster turned column, leading to carved hipped tripod with claw and ...

Category

Early 1800s Irish George III Antique Irish Table

Materials

Mahogany

Rare Killarney Games Table, Depictions of Muckross Abbey & Shamrocks

$9,300

Rare Killarney Games Table, Depictions of Muckross Abbey & Shamrocks

Located in Richmond, VA

The furniture from this part of Ireland is very distinctive with inlaid scenes and symbols of Ireland.

Category

19th Century Irish Antique Irish Table

Materials

Wood

18th Century Mahogany Silver Table

$12,577

18th Century Mahogany Silver Table

Located in Dublin 8, IE

18th century mahogany silver table, the moulded top of rectangular form raised over shaped frieze with centred scallop shell detailing supported on cabriole leg with foliate motif to...

Category

18th Century Irish George II Antique Irish Table

Materials

Mahogany

18th Century George III Mahogany Silver Table

$32,586

18th Century George III Mahogany Silver Table

Located in Dublin 8, IE

18th century George III mahogany silver table, the moulded dish top over shaped frieze centred with carved shell supported on cabriole leg with acanthus carving on knee terminating o...

Category

Late 18th Century Irish George III Antique Irish Table

Materials

Mahogany

Early 19th Century Mahogany Oval-Topped Occasional Table

$2,515

Early 19th Century Mahogany Oval-Topped Occasional Table

Located in Dublin 8, IE

Early 19th century mahogany oval-topped occasional table, complete with single drawer featuring brass lock and swan neck handle, sitting above gently tapered legs supported by a simp...

Category

Early 1800s Irish George III Antique Irish Table

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Mahogany Console Table

$6,079

Antique Mahogany Console Table

Located in Tyrone, Northern Ireland

An antique mahogany console table of fine quality and proportions. The two front scrolled legs with carved knees terminate with paw feet. The pull-out drawer with a barrel shaped fro...

Category

Early 19th Century Irish Regency Antique Irish Table

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Low Console Table

$4,459

19th Century Low Console Table

Located in Dublin 8, IE

19th century low console table with crossbanded top and a carved walnut edge. The double pedestal cabriole legs terminate in carved hairy paw feet. Console tables were first intro...

Category

19th Century Irish Regency Antique Irish Table

Materials

Walnut

Early 20th century Georgian influenced silver table

$1,884

Early 20th century Georgian influenced silver table

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Early 20th century Georgian influenced silver table circa 1900. Practical piece of furniture for everyday use around the home. Rectangular top with a slight dish raised edge. Shap...

Category

Early 20th Century Irish Georgian Antique Irish Table

Materials

Mahogany

Early 19th Century Regency Sofa Table after Thomas Sheraton

$25,154

Early 19th Century Regency Sofa Table after Thomas Sheraton

Located in Dublin 8, IE

Early 19th Century Regency drop leaf sofa table in the manner of Thomas Sheraton, the moulded top of rectangular form with rounded corners and fine brass line inlay raised over a pai...

Category

1810s Irish Regency Antique Irish Table

Materials

Brass

William IV Mahogany Stretcher Based Library Table with Black Leather Top

$5,800

William IV Mahogany Stretcher Based Library Table with Black Leather Top

Located in Dallas, TX

William IV mahogany stretcher based library table with black leather top / surface, top height is adjustable with crank on side, lions paw feet, '' Hodges Dublin " stenciled in both...

Category

19th Century Irish William IV Antique Irish Table

Materials

Mahogany

18th Century Georgian Occasional Table with Pie Crust Dish Top

$8,003

18th Century Georgian Occasional Table with Pie Crust Dish Top

Located in Dublin 8, IE

18th century Georgian occasional table with pie crust dish top supported on a decorative turned pedestal, with a tripod base terminating on cabriole legs and slipper feet with carved...

Category

18th Century Irish George III Antique Irish Table

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Victorian Console or Hall Table

$2,801

19th Century Victorian Console or Hall Table

Located in Dublin, IE

A lovely 19th Century Victorian mahogany console or hall table, the moulded top of serpentine form with shaped and carved gallery back with C Scroll and foliate motif detail raised o...

Category

19th Century Irish Antique Irish Table

Materials

Mahogany

A pair of 18th century giltwood tables with "Bossi work" marble tops

$81,038 / set

A pair of 18th century giltwood tables with "Bossi work" marble tops

By Pietro Bossi

Located in Tyrone, Northern Ireland

The carved wooded bases with two front tapering supports, decorated with acorns and descending husks, the curved frieze with swags of bell-flowers and patera flowers. Each table reta...

Category

1780s Irish Neoclassical Antique Irish Table

Materials

Statuary Marble

Circular Regency Mahogany Pedestal Dining Table

$35,000

Circular Regency Mahogany Pedestal Dining Table

Located in Long Island City, NY

This circular mahogany center table, with a rich finish and a striking grain, is supported on a single turned pedestal with four reeded, outsplayed legs, and with brass toe caps and ...

Category

1820s Irish Regency Antique Irish Table

Materials

Mahogany

19C Set of 6 Irish Chippendale Style Ribbon Back Dining Chairs

$14,000

19C Set of 6 Irish Chippendale Style Ribbon Back Dining Chairs

Located in Dallas, TX

Other examples of such Irish tables are side tables which have a distinctive double scrolled leg.

Category

Mid-19th Century Irish Chippendale Antique Irish Table

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century rosewood work table

$5,431

19th Century rosewood work table

Located in Dublin 8, IE

19th Century rosewood work table with lyre shaped supports. The adjustable tilt-up top opens to reveal a red tooled inset leather work surface. There is a single drawer beneath fitte...

Category

19th Century Irish Antique Irish Table

Materials

Rosewood

Early 20th Century Edwardian Side or Hall Table in the Georgian Style

$2,801

Early 20th Century Edwardian Side or Hall Table in the Georgian Style

Located in Dublin, IE

Early 20th century Edwardian mahogany side or hall table in the Georgian style, the moulded serpentine shaped front with moulded top above frieze with three drawers with decorative b...

Category

Early 20th Century Irish Antique Irish Table

Materials

Brass

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Antique Irish Table For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic antique Irish table available at 1stDibs. An antique Irish table — often made from wood, mahogany and stone — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without an antique Irish table — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. An antique Irish table is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Georgian, Regency and Victorian styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made antique Irish table over the years, but those crafted by Mack, Williams & Gibton, J. Darmanin & Sons and Strahan of Dublin are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Antique Irish Table?

An antique Irish table can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $9,546, while the lowest priced sells for $495 and the highest can go for as much as $251,805.

Finding the Right Tables for You

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

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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 Irish 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?
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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.
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 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.
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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