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.

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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 Office Table

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French 17th Century Gate Leg Table

$7,950

French 17th Century Gate Leg Table

Located in Round Top, TX

An outstanding and very unique 17th century Gateleg console table from the South of France. Beautifully constructed from stunning walnut in a rectangular shape with nicely turned leg...

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17th Century French Antique Office Table

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Walnut

Asian Red Mahogany Console Table, Ming Style, 54"

$2,950

Asian Red Mahogany Console Table, Ming Style, 54"

Located in Greenwich, CT

Fine quality Chinese mahogany console table raised on carved tapered legs joined by stretchers, circa 1950's

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Early 20th Century Chinese Ming Antique Office Table

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Mahogany

French 19th Century Louis Philippe Solid Walnut Console Table

$2,550

French 19th Century Louis Philippe Solid Walnut Console Table

Located in Carmine, TX

French 19th Century Louis Philippe Solid Walnut Console Table — Elegant French console crafted from solid walnut, featuring a beautifully shaped top, sculptural curved supports, and ...

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Mid-19th Century Louis Philippe Antique Office Table

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Walnut

Vintage Boho Carved Burl Wood Console Table

$2,650

Vintage Boho Carved Burl Wood Console Table

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Introduce a touch of timeless artistry and bohemian charm with this striking vintage carved wood console table. While originally described as burl wood, the intricate carving and ric...

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Early 20th Century American Baroque Antique Office Table

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Burl

French 19th Century Bleached Solid Oak Country Console Table

$5,500

French 19th Century Bleached Solid Oak Country Console Table

Located in Carmine, TX

A beautiful French 19th century bleached solid oak console table, featuring a long, thick plank top with a naturally aged surface and sculptural trestle-style legs. The pale bleached...

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Mid-19th Century French Country Antique Office Table

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Oak

Unique Console Table with Iron Base

$2,633

Unique Console Table with Iron Base

Located in Nijlen, BE

This unique combination of old iron and old beechwood makes a very elegant console table of 78 cm high. The legs elegantly lift the whole. The table was used by a Belgian artist as...

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1920s Belgian Industrial Antique Office Table

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Iron

Rectangular Occasional Table by Richard Meier

$12,000

Rectangular Occasional Table by Richard Meier

Located in Pasadena, TX

Rectangular Occasional Table in solid walnut designed by a well know architect Richard Meier for his home in the Hamptons New York 1990s.

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Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Antique Office Table

Materials

Walnut

Pair of American Victorian Mahogany Console Tables with Marble Tops

$16,500 / set

Pair of American Victorian Mahogany Console Tables with Marble Tops

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of American Victorian mahogany serpentine front console tables with white marble top (PRICED AS Pair)

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19th Century American Victorian Antique Office Table

Materials

Marble

Antique English Victorian Mahogany Serpentine Console Hall Table

$2,298

Antique English Victorian Mahogany Serpentine Console Hall Table

Located in Suffolk, GB

An antique English Victorian mahogany serpentine console hall table, beautifully crafted in figured mahogany with a shaped top and elegant flowing outline. Raised on finely carved ca...

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Office Table

Materials

Mahogany

Lovely Red & Gold Chinoiserie Antique End Table

$2,200

Lovely Red & Gold Chinoiserie Antique End Table

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Lovely red & gold hand painted antique French chinoiserie stand, end table or writing table having elegant cabriole legs terminating in bronze mounts. There are 3 drawers and a pull...

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Late 19th Century French Chinoiserie Antique Office Table

Materials

Wood

Antique Chinese Phoenix Tail Console Table, 19th Century

$5,880

Antique Chinese Phoenix Tail Console Table, 19th Century

Located in Chicago, IL

This impressive antique console table dates to the mid-19th century and displays the balanced proportions of classical Chinese furniture. The table's form is streamlined and simple, ...

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Office Table

Materials

Elm

French Aubergine and Gilt Japanned Occasional Table

$4,800

French Aubergine and Gilt Japanned Occasional Table

By L'Escalier de Cristal

Located in New York, NY

With four drawers above a medial shelf, curved legs, decorated on all sides with exotic birds, old French printed paper label ‘[Maison de L'Escalier de Cristal]/Pannier-Lahoche &...

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Late 19th Century French Chinoiserie Antique Office Table

Materials

Wood

Vienna Secession Console Table by Kohn, Beech Wood, 1900s

$2,404

Vienna Secession Console Table by Kohn, Beech Wood, 1900s

By Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Stunning and rare Vienna Secession Art Nouveau console table. Design by Jacob & Josef Kohn. Striking Austrian design from the 1900s.

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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Office Table

Materials

Beech

19th Century French Wooden Pedestal Table, Antique, Good Condition

$595

19th Century French Wooden Pedestal Table, Antique, Good Condition

Located in High Point, NC

This 19th century pedestal from France is worked in brown wood, its proportions those of a piece built to last. The joinery and proportions are typical of well-made furniture from it...

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19th Century French Antique Office Table

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Wood

Early 19th Century Stonetop Pedestal Table

$24,500

Early 19th Century Stonetop Pedestal Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stonetop Pedestal Table, Early 19th Century, France H 32" x L 38.5" x W 26.25" FDV11586 *Wear consistent with age and use.

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Early 19th Century French Antique Office Table

Materials

Stone

19th Century Honduran Cedro Wood Tavern Table

$5,070

19th Century Honduran Cedro Wood Tavern Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19th c rustic tavern table. Honduran cedro - hardwood. One wide board top, original legs. Condition appropriate to age and use. Mortise and tenon construction. Rich patina. Smooth, ...

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19th Century Honduran Rustic Antique Office Table

Materials

Wood

19th Century English Mahogany Console Table

$1,895

19th Century English Mahogany Console Table

Located in High Point, NC

19th Century mahogany console table from England with a beveled edge around the top. This follows down to a simple apron which contains two drawers in the front and simple sides. T...

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Office Table

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Hand Painted French Console Table

$788

Antique Hand Painted French Console Table

Located in West Chester, PA

Antique wooden console table with carved apron, carved front legs and turned rear legs. Old hand painted finish with wear as pictured.

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Early 20th Century American Louis Philippe Antique Office Table

Materials

Wood

19th Century English Flip Top Table

$2,650

19th Century English Flip Top Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

European Oak flip top table on tripod base. In excellent condition. Estate of Tina Sinatra. Three holes that have been plugged on surface.

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Early 19th Century English Rustic Antique Office Table

Materials

Oak

19th Century French Empire Marble Top Server Console Table

$2,250

19th Century French Empire Marble Top Server Console Table

Located in Long Branch, NJ

19th Century French Empire Marble Top Server Console Table Dimensions : 36.5" Wide X 36" Tall X 16.75" Deep This console was made in France in the late 19th century in the French e...

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Late 19th Century French Empire Antique Office Table

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Mahogany

Gothic Steel and Brass Drinks Table

$3,900

Gothic Steel and Brass Drinks Table

Located in Greenwich, CT

Heavy Gilded-Age drinks table or trivet made of polished steel in the gothic manner with flamboyant cabriole legs and brushed steel top featuring fleur-de-lys cut apron and elaborate...

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Late 19th Century American Antique Office Table

Materials

Brass, Steel

19th century marble topped centre table / Gueridon

$3,676

19th century marble topped centre table / Gueridon

Located in Budleigh Salterton, GB

Good quality 19th century mahognay and marble topped Gueridon French circa 1860;s Height 74 cms , width 97cms depth 97cms

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Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Office Table

Materials

Sapele Wood

20th Century Gold Wood Italian Console Table, 1920s

$7,901

20th Century Gold Wood Italian Console Table, 1920s

Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont

Early 20th-century Italian console table. Finely gilded and carved wood furniture with anthropomorphic and zoomorphic figures and floral decorations in antique style, of high quality...

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1920s Italian Antique Office Table

Materials

Wood

Antique French Neoclassical Fruitwood Side Table or Desk with Drawer

$2,200

Antique French Neoclassical Fruitwood Side Table or Desk with Drawer

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Refined antique French side table or petite desk crafted in warm fruitwood with a beautifully figured rectangular top and a single full-width drawer. The restrained architectural for...

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Early 1900s French French Provincial Antique Office Table

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Fruitwood

George II Walnut Side Table

$1,800

George II Walnut Side Table

Located in Essex, MA

Rectangular cross banded top over two over one drawer, square legs.

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1750s English George II Antique Office Table

Materials

Walnut

Antique French Wrought Iron Console Table with Marble Top

$3,800

Antique French Wrought Iron Console Table with Marble Top

Located in Hopewell, NJ

An exceptional French console table crafted from an antique wrought iron balcony railing and marble from the 19th century, featuring hand-forged fleur-de-lis balusters beneath a ri...

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1860s French Rustic Antique Office Table

Materials

Marble, Wrought Iron

Pair Antique Charles X Inlaid Mahogany Marble Console Tables

$6,795 / set

Pair Antique Charles X Inlaid Mahogany Marble Console Tables

Located in Perkasie, PA

Pair Antique Charles X Inlaid Mahogany Marble Console Tables – Items 57699/00 Exceptional matching pair of antique Charles X inlaid mahogany marble console tables, dating to approxi...

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1820s English Charles X Antique Office Table

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Marble

18th Century Country French Painted End Table

$944Sale Price|20% Off

18th Century Country French Painted End Table

Located in Dallas, TX

18th century Country French painted end table features tailored lines rendered from solid planks and posts of old-growth oak, with just a little carved detail in the tapered legs for...

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Late 18th Century French Rustic Antique Office Table

Materials

Oak

Napoleon III Console Table, Giltwood and Marble, France, 1870s

$6,069

Napoleon III Console Table, Giltwood and Marble, France, 1870s

Located in Kaštel Sućurac, HR

Napoleon III Console Table, Giltwood and Marble, France, 1870s. This giltwood console table is built from carved wood with a shaped white marble top. The serpentine apron is centere...

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1870s French Louis XV Antique Office Table

Materials

Marble, Gold Leaf

18th Century Italian Venetian Console Table with Cream Marble Top

$21,000

18th Century Italian Venetian Console Table with Cream Marble Top

Located in Queens, NY

Italian Venetian (18th Century) cream painted bracket console table with carved & painted floral trim with a shaped filigree apron & stretcher under a brown marble top. (mode...

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18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Office Table

Materials

Marble

Silvered Repousse Metal-Clad Console Table

$9,680Sale Price|20% Off

Silvered Repousse Metal-Clad Console Table

Located in Dallas, TX

Silvered repousse metal-clad console table, rising on fluted and tapered legs, joined with cross stretcher.

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Mid-19th Century European Antique Office Table

Materials

Sheet Metal

Empire Marble Pedestal Stand Column Table

$2,250

Empire Marble Pedestal Stand Column Table

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Wonderful French Empire style marble pedestal stand column Great for displaying decorative pieces such as busts or vases Also great for the garden The bronze statue showed not includ...

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Early 1900s Empire Antique Office Table

Materials

Bronze

Pair of 18th Century Tuscan Console Tables

$10,640 / set

Pair of 18th Century Tuscan Console Tables

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Handsome pair of 18th Century walnut console tables from Tuscany, circa 1760. In the Neo-Classical taste with elegant carved details to the legs terminating in a central finial.

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18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Office Table

Materials

Walnut

Gustavian Green Painted Bedside Nightstand End Table with Drawers

$750

Gustavian Green Painted Bedside Nightstand End Table with Drawers

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

This classically styled side table features three drawers with original charming glass knob hardware. The table has been hand painted in a Gustavian green and plenty of wear The tabl...

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Early 20th Century European Gustavian Antique Office Table

Materials

Wood, Paint

Early 19th Century Italian Walnut Marble Top Console Table

$7,857

Early 19th Century Italian Walnut Marble Top Console Table

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Early 19th Century Italian walnut console table with marble top. This fine Italian console or side table stands on four turned legs with giltwood mouldings to the collars and with ...

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19th Century Italian Antique Office Table

Materials

Marble

Art Deco Oak Pedestal Table Hendrik Wouda Style, 1920s

$2,233

Art Deco Oak Pedestal Table Hendrik Wouda Style, 1920s

By Hendrik Wouda

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Stunning and elegant Art Deco Modernist pedestal. Design in the style of Hendrik Wouda. Striking Dutch design from the 1920s. Solid oak base with original red lacquered top. This won...

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1920s Dutch Art Deco Antique Office Table

Materials

Oak

19th Century Hand-carved Venetian Walnut Console Table

$8,800

19th Century Hand-carved Venetian Walnut Console Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An elegant 19th-century Venetian console table, masterfully hand-carved in richly toned walnut, embodying the theatrical craftsmanship and sculptural exuberance of Northern Italian d...

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19th Century Italian Antique Office Table

Materials

Walnut

Solid Brass Catboat Porthole Table

$1,495

Solid Brass Catboat Porthole Table

Located in Norwell, MA

Catboat oval brass porthole. Solid brass porthole from a catboat that has been polished and lacquered and fitted to a custom mahogany stand with a rich dark finish. Porthole is Circa...

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1920s North American Antique Office Table

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Cherry Three Drawer Console Table

$3,550

19th Century French Cherry Three Drawer Console Table

Located in Round Top, TX

19th century French console table, crafted in cherry with three drawers across the front, each fitted with a large brass handle. The table is raised on slightly curved legs with a sc...

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Mid-19th Century French French Provincial Antique Office Table

Materials

Brass

Woven copper table lamp

$3,819

Woven copper table lamp

Located in Petworth, GB

An oversized Italian table lamp, circa 1960. Constructed from woven copper, brass and metal, with a dramatic dome shade newly upholstered in a James Hare silk. Hobo loves because: n...

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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Office Table

Materials

Copper

Italian Neoclassic Period Painted Wood Console Table, circa 1800

$9,000 / item

Italian Neoclassic Period Painted Wood Console Table, circa 1800

Located in New York, NY

An Italian fine Neoclassical period painted console table. With a rectangular painted cream colored top with a black painted border resting on a frieze with a decorative black and c...

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1790s Italian Neoclassical Antique Office Table

Materials

Pine, Paint

Louis XVI Style Brass Gueridon Side Table, Early 20th Century

$1,810

Louis XVI Style Brass Gueridon Side Table, Early 20th Century

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

Elegant French Louis XVI style gueridon side table, dating from the first half of the 20th century, circa 1920–1940. This refined occasional table features a circular top surrounded...

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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Antique Office Table

Materials

Brass

19th Century Chinese Bronze Side Tables

$9,500 / set

19th Century Chinese Bronze Side Tables

Located in Los Angeles, CA

19th Century Chinese bronze end tables.

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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Office Table

Materials

Bronze

English 19th Century Satinwood Pedestal Table

$1,087

English 19th Century Satinwood Pedestal Table

Located in Marseille, FR

English pedestal table in 19th century satinwood (satin mahogany) with a size of 77 cm of top by 77 cm of height restorations to be planned on the top which has many cracks and some ...

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19th Century Antique Office Table

Materials

Walnut

Adjustable Chinese Console Table, circa 1850

$3,580

Adjustable Chinese Console Table, circa 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

This petite 19th century console table crafted in China's Shanxi province is the perfect example of Qing-dynasty ideals of scholarship and craftsmanship. Though its clean lines and r...

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Office Table

Materials

Elm

19th Century Chinese Hardwood Console Table

$3,600

19th Century Chinese Hardwood Console Table

Located in Richmond, VA

19th century Chinese hardwood console table- all mortised throughout Apron clears at 22" so could be used as dining table with the right chairs.

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19th Century Chinese Antique Office Table

Materials

Hardwood

19th Century Dutch Jacobean Style Oak Table with Ebonized Trim

$1,980

19th Century Dutch Jacobean Style Oak Table with Ebonized Trim

Located in Dallas, TX

The bold turnings and ebonized accents give this 19th century Dutch oak table its distinctive character. Its design draws on the Jacobean tradition, with four vase-shaped legs joined...

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Mid-19th Century Dutch Jacobean Antique Office Table

Materials

Oak

Pair of Swedish Demi-lune Console Tables

$4,174 / set

Pair of Swedish Demi-lune Console Tables

Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire

Early 19th century pair of Swedish painted pine demi-lune console tables. 1830. Code: 8947 Dimensions: W: 47" (119.4 cm) H: 29" (73.7 cm) D: 23.5" (59.7 cm)

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19th Century Swedish Antique Office Table

Materials

Pine

Rustic Two-Tiered Spanish Wooden Antique Table

$5,040

Rustic Two-Tiered Spanish Wooden Antique Table

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Spanish tiered wood console table from the early 20th century. This antique table from Spain has a rectangular top with raised edge along each longer side, and a span just shy of 6...

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Early 20th Century Spanish Antique Office Table

Materials

Wood

Lighting - Modernist table lamp

$343

Lighting - Modernist table lamp

Located in Porto, PT

Lighting - Modernist lampshade. Made of painted clay; with lampshade. Electrified. Height: 34 cm.

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Early 20th Century Unknown Modern Antique Office Table

Materials

Clay

Early 20th century Mahogany and white marble Gueridon table

$2,285

Early 20th century Mahogany and white marble Gueridon table

Located in Malton, GB

This is a very elegant, high quality early 20th century Gueridon table. Classic in its design with a rich mahogany base and white marble top highlighted with a brass gallery. Overall...

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Early 20th Century Antique Office Table

Materials

Mahogany

Pair Regency Console Tables Mahogany Hall Revival Demi Lune

$2,721

Pair Regency Console Tables Mahogany Hall Revival Demi Lune

Located in Potters Bar, GB

A stunning pair of Regency-style mahogany console tables of elegant proportions. Each table stands on tapered legs terminating in distinctive, unusually shaped carved feet, adding ch...

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1880s Regency Antique Office Table

Materials

Mahogany

French Restauration Console Table, 19th Century

$4,400

French Restauration Console Table, 19th Century

Located in Belmont, MA

This French Restoration Console table dates back to around 1820-1830. The small console has a gorgeous walnut veneer. The s-shaped front legs stand on a concave shaped base. The cons...

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1820s French Restauration Antique Office Table

Materials

Walnut

Console Table, France, Art Deco in Wood 1925

$8,250

Console Table, France, Art Deco in Wood 1925

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Logistics and International Shipping We provide a comprehensive export service so that your only concern is enjoying your acquisition. • Door-to-Door Service: Pieces located in our A...

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1920s French Art Deco Antique Office Table

Materials

Wood

Consol table, France, Art Deco in Wood 1920

$9,800

Consol table, France, Art Deco in Wood 1920

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Logistics and International Shipping We provide a comprehensive export service so that your only concern is enjoying your acquisition. • Door-to-Door Service: Pieces located in our A...

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1920s French Art Deco Antique Office Table

Materials

Wood

French Gueridon Table, Embossed Leather Top

$2,500

French Gueridon Table, Embossed Leather Top

Located in Los Angeles, CA

French provincial side table. This high top table has beautiful details on the iron base. The oxidized base is in great condition for its age. The table top has been recovered with a...

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Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Office Table

Materials

Steel

Swedish Gustavian Console Table with Carved Medallion, circa 1860

$7,950

Swedish Gustavian Console Table with Carved Medallion, circa 1860

Located in Atlanta, GA

A charming Swedish Gustavian console table dating to circa 1860, featuring beautifully carved neoclassical decoration and a softly aged painted finish in muted blue and cream tones. ...

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19th Century Swedish Antique Office Table

Materials

Wood

16th Century Renaissance walnut console table, Tuscan, Italy

$13,741

16th Century Renaissance walnut console table, Tuscan, Italy

Located in Meulebeke, BE

A rare and sculptural Renaissance console table from 16th‑century Tuscany, carved in richly patinated wood and displaying the architectural strength and ornamentation characteristic ...

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16th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Office Table

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Pedestal Table, Hand-Painted Pine, Dutch Design, 1920s

$4,294

Art Deco Pedestal Table, Hand-Painted Pine, Dutch Design, 1920s

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Magnificent and rare Art Deco Amsterdamse School decorative pedestal. Striking Dutch design from the 1920s. Original hand-painted pine base and top in various colors. Diameter of the...

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1920s Dutch Art Deco Antique Office Table

Materials

Pine

French Oak and Poplar Trestle Table

$1,671

French Oak and Poplar Trestle Table

Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire

Large 19th C French bleached oak and poplar trestle table. 1880. Reference: 7918 Dimensions 98.5 inches (250 cms) Wide 26 inches (66 cms) Deep 28.5 inches (72 cms) High Top depth i...

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19th Century French Antique Office Table

Materials

Oak, Poplar

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Antique Office Table For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the antique office table you’re looking for at 1stDibs. An antique office table — often made from wood, metal and stone — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the antique office table you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. An antique office table made by Louis XVI designers — as well as those associated with Victorian — is very popular. Tiffany Studios, Gillows of Lancaster & London and Edward F. Caldwell & Co. each produced at least one beautiful antique office table that is worth considering.

How Much is a Antique Office Table?

An antique office table can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,581, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $1,733,426.

Questions About Antique Office 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.
What else pairs well with a writing table in a home office?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
For real layout examples, see our 18 home offices for design lovers.
How can you tell if a kitchen table is antique?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
To tell if a kitchen table is antique, look under the table and on the legs for a maker's mark. It may be carved, branded or stamped onto the surface or appear on a paper or metal label. Using the marking, you can consult trusted online resources to learn about the maker and view catalogues of their pieces, searching for tables similar to yours. If your kitchen table was produced at least 100 years ago, it is an antique. Keep in mind that not all antique furnishings have maker's markings. In the event that you're unable to locate a mark, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can evaluate your piece for you. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of tables.
How can you tell if a side table is antique?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
To determine whether a side table is an antique, closely examine its details. Older pieces will typically have telltale features like wood pegs, hand-cut dovetails with some slight imperfections and mortise-and-tenon construction. Tables that are a consistent color throughout or have machine-cut moldings or carvings are unlikely to be antiques. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can be a helpful resource when dating tables. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and modern side tables on 1stDibs.
How can I identify my antique dining table?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To identify your antique dining table, first check to see if there is a maker’s mark on the underside. If there are no identifying marks or stamps, a furniture appraiser can check the style and the hardwood used to identify your piece. Shop a collection of antique furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
How do I care for an antique wood dining table?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Keep it out of direct sun and away from heat, dust with a soft cloth, and wax or polish sparingly.
Can I replace the shade on an antique table lamp?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Yes. Most table lamps accept standard harp and finial sizes, so a replacement shade can update the look without altering the base.
How do I identify an antique drop leaf table?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
While you can look for markings and other details to try and determine the maker, the best way to identify an antique drop leaf table is to work with a certified appraiser. Trusted online venues and search engines can be helpful when conducting research on a specific collectible, piece of jewelry, art work or other item about which you may have questions, but qualified professionals, such as an antiques dealer or an appraiser at an auction house, have the knowledge and experience needed to make more accurate identifications. Shop a selection of antique, vintage and modern tables on 1stDibs.
What wattage bulb should I use in an antique table lamp?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Stick to the wattage noted in the listing, typically 40 to 60 watts for standard incandescent-equivalent bulbs, to avoid overheating older wiring.
What's the difference between a vintage and antique dining room table?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Antique generally means 100+ years old, while vintage covers roughly 20 to 99 years and includes most mid-century and postmodern designs.
Is it safe to use a vintage or antique table lamp without rewiring it?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Many vintage lamps are rewired before sale, but always check the listing description; a licensed electrician can inspect and rewire older cords as a precaution.