What is a working table?

A working table is, simply put, a table where you can work. It is equipped with drawers and holders to hold implements and materials. It can range from a simple flat surface to complex designs. On 1stDibs, you can find the perfect table for your work purposes.

How do antique compasses work?

Antique compasses work with the use of magnets. Compasses use a magnetized needle that can rotate to line up with the Earth’s magnetic field, pointing towards the magnetic north. The basic concept of how compasses work has not changed over several centuries and magnetic compasses continue to work well today. Shop a variety of antique compasses on 1stDibs.

How does a table lamp work?

How a table lamp works begins with its cord, which gets plugged into an electrical outlet that provides a source of energy. Halogen and incandescent bulbs contain filaments. The filament in a bulb is a conductor of electricity. It’s attached to contacts made of metal that are connected to a power supply. This allows for electricity to flow through it. When the electrical current cycles through the filament, this component gets quite hot and emits light. Find a large collection of vintage table lamps on 1stDibs.

How does an extendable table work?

An extendable table is a great way to make use of or save space, as you wish. An extendable table is constructed in a way that the tabletop pulls apart to reveal the center layer as a usable, extendable option. Extendable tables mostly include flaps that click in place to keep from collapsing. Find a variety of tables on 1stDibs.

How does an antique watch fob work?

An antique fob watch works with the help of a winding mechanism. Turning the winder puts tension on the clockwork gears, allowing them to move. Depending on the watch, you may wind it with a specially designed key or a winding crown located on the stem of the timepiece. You'll find a collection of antique fob watches on 1stDibs.

How does the impossible floating table work?

How the impossible floating table works relies on tension. Artisans carefully craft the table using laws of physics. When the top is in precisely the right position, tension forces keep it balanced, so it appears to hover in midair. Shop a variety of tables on 1stDibs.

How does a drop leaf table work?

A drop-leaf table features a fixed section and one or more foldable sections. The well-made hinges hold the fixed and foldable sections and allow the leaves to pop up. These sections are anchored with the help of swing-out legs for secure placement. Find antique and vintage drop-leaf tables on 1stDibs.

What chairs work with a Tulip Table?

Many chairs can work with a Tulip table. The Tulip armchair, for example, was part of Eero Saarinen’s Pedestal collection of armless chairs, stools, Tulip side tables and more. The series, produced for Knoll, was a mid-century modernist exercise in simplifying, and Tulip chairs, with their curvy contours, match Tulip side tables and Pedestal dining tables very well. However, you can also try other mid-century modern chairs to see what works best in your space. Shop a collection of mid-century modern dining chairs on 1stDibs.

What shape coffee table works best with a sectional?

A round coffee table usually goes well with a sectional as it is easier to navigate around, especially since surrounded by seating. The circular shape creates extra space and so is especially great with U-shaped sectionals.

Which table shape works best for my dining room?

Round and oval tables suit smaller or open-plan rooms, while rectangular tables fit longer, more formal spaces.

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.

What coffee table height works best with a low mid-century modern sofa?

Look for a table 15 to 18 inches tall to match the lower seat height common to mid-century sofas; a taller table can feel out of proportion next to a low-slung frame.

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.

Antique Work Table

Two Drawer Turned Leg Table

Industrial Table Base

Vernacular Furniture

19th Century American Empire Table

Antique Kitchen Islands

Butcher Table

Work Bench

Vernacular Table

One of a Kind Primitive Painted Utilitarian Work Table Cabinet

$1,985

One of a Kind Primitive Painted Utilitarian Work Table Cabinet

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

One of a kind primitive painted utilitarian work table cabinet with exceptional wear and appearance.

Category

Early 20th Century American Rustic Antique Work Table

Materials

Wood, Paint

Early American Style Pine and Maple Spiral-Turned Leg Single Drawer Work Table

$1,295

Early American Style Pine and Maple Spiral-Turned Leg Single Drawer Work Table

Located in Germantown, MD

An Early American Style Pine and Maple Spiral-Turned Legs Single Drawer Work Table. Very sturdy.

Category

Late 19th Century American American Colonial Antique Work Table

Materials

Maple, Pine

Louis Philippe Period French Walnut Sewing Stand Work Table

$1,495

Louis Philippe Period French Walnut Sewing Stand Work Table

Located in Forney, TX

A handsome nearly 200 year old French Louis Philippe period (1830-1848) walnut travailleuse (sewing work table - thread stand) Born in France in the mid-19th century, hand-crafted o...

Category

Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Work Table

Materials

Mirror, Walnut

Late 18th Century George III Mahogany Queen Anne Style Work Table

$1,595

Late 18th Century George III Mahogany Queen Anne Style Work Table

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A fine late 18th century Queen Anne style work table with an overhanging top over a single frieze drawer with brass bat wing bale.

Category

Late 18th Century English George III Antique Work Table

Materials

Brass

Late 19th Century Rustic Blue Painted Work Table with Two Metal Drawers

$3,250

Late 19th Century Rustic Blue Painted Work Table with Two Metal Drawers

Located in Round Top, TX

Rustic pine work table with base in old blue paint and two large metal drawers.

Category

19th Century Hungarian Rustic Antique Work Table

Materials

Metal

American Empire Crotched Mahogany Swivel Fold Top Work Table, Circa 1830s

$3,300

American Empire Crotched Mahogany Swivel Fold Top Work Table, Circa 1830s

Located in Germantown, MD

Function: Designed as a work or sewing table, used in modern days as side table.

Category

Early 19th Century American American Empire Antique Work Table

Materials

Mahogany

A Regency Rosewood Work Table, Circa 1820

$4,800

A Regency Rosewood Work Table, Circa 1820

Located in New York, NY

The rectangular top with rounded edges, fitted with a drawer with two brass pulls; the turned legs terminating in brass claw feet are joined by a small stretcher.

Category

1820s English Regency Antique Work Table

Materials

Brass

Biedermeier Inlaid Rosewood and Fruitwood Work Table

$6,400

Biedermeier Inlaid Rosewood and Fruitwood Work Table

Located in New York, NY

The rectangular top deeply dished with a cushion-molded edge, over a frieze drawer inlaid with arabesque scrollwork; raised on four incurved legs joined by a shaped inlaid platform s...

Category

1830s Biedermeier Antique Work Table

Materials

Fruitwood, Rosewood

American Federal Mahogany 2-Drawer Work Table W/ Original Cup Casters, C. 1800

$3,900

American Federal Mahogany 2-Drawer Work Table W/ Original Cup Casters, C. 1800

Located in Germantown, MD

American Federal Mahogany Two-Drawer Stand / Work Table. Features Two large drawers over four carved and turned bulbous pineapple legs with the original brass cupped casters.

Category

Late 18th Century American Federal Antique Work Table

Materials

Mahogany

Early 20th-Century Carpentry Work Table in Hornbeam Wood from an Old Factory

$685

Early 20th-Century Carpentry Work Table in Hornbeam Wood from an Old Factory

Located in Pont-Saint-Martin, IT

An authentic early 20th-century work table handcrafted from fine hornbeam wood, a highly valued timber known for its exceptional hardness, strength, and durability.

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Rustic Antique Work Table

Materials

Wood

1930s Art Deco Raymond Patten Signed Industrial Kitchen Work Table

$2,795

1930s Art Deco Raymond Patten Signed Industrial Kitchen Work Table

Located in Forney, TX

A fabulous original American Art Deco industrial Smartline kitchen work table, designed by Raymond Patten (American, 1897-1948), retailed by International Nickel Company.

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Work Table

Materials

Chrome, Enamel, Stainless Steel

19th Century English Work Table, Hand-Crafted from Solid Pine and Oak

$5,995

19th Century English Work Table, Hand-Crafted from Solid Pine and Oak

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

This stunning work table has a thick 1 ¾” thick pine top and would make a gorgeous kitchen island.

Category

19th Century English French Provincial Antique Work Table

Materials

Wood, Hardwood

Early Quarter-Sawn Oak Mission Library Work Table

$2,750

Early Quarter-Sawn Oak Mission Library Work Table

Located in Dekalb, IL

Substantial Arts and Crafts–style work or library table constructed from quarter-sawn oak with pronounced ray-fleck grain and a warm amber-brown finish.

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Work Table

Materials

Oak

19th Century French Provincial Work Table with Marble Top, Mint Green

$3,500

19th Century French Provincial Work Table with Marble Top, Mint Green

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

As well, the table could be lifted and customized as a kitchen island or work table.

Category

19th Century French French Provincial Antique Work Table

Materials

Marble

Late 19th Century Hungarian Pine Work Table or Kitchen Island with Lower Shelf

$3,250

Late 19th Century Hungarian Pine Work Table or Kitchen Island with Lower Shelf

Located in Round Top, TX

Late 19th century Hungarian work table, crafted in pine with a sturdy utilitarian form.

Category

Late 19th Century Hungarian Rustic Antique Work Table

Materials

Pine

Massive Pine Work Table on Antique Iron Base

$3,650

Massive Pine Work Table on Antique Iron Base

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A plank constructed pine tabletop mounted on a pair of decorative iron supports. The decorative 19th c. cast iron supports with open scrolled tops and bases with extended flat feet. ...

Category

Early 20th Century Industrial Antique Work Table

Materials

Iron

A Fine Regency Satinwood and Calamander Work Table

$7,200

A Fine Regency Satinwood and Calamander Work Table

Located in New York, NY

The rectangular overhanging top with broad calamander banding, over one frieze drawer fitted with chased brass knobs, set between recessed retangular panels above an ebonized beaded ...

Category

1810s Regency Antique Work Table

Materials

Brass

Antique Satinwood Work Table

$3,072

Antique Satinwood Work Table

Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire

A very elegant small satinwood work table with a crossbanded top and slender tapered legs.

Category

Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Work Table

Materials

Satinwood

Fine 19th Century Pollard Oak Work Table – Boothroyd Sons & Rimmer, Southport

$2,106Sale Price|20% Off

Fine 19th Century Pollard Oak Work Table – Boothroyd Sons & Rimmer, Southport

Located in Seaford, GB

Compact and versatile, this piece would work equally well as a sewing table, writing table, lamp table, or decorative side table.

Category

Late 19th Century English High Victorian Antique Work Table

Materials

Oak

A Belgian Maple Bakery Table / Work Table, C. 1930.

$7,950

A Belgian Maple Bakery Table / Work Table, C. 1930.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A substantial Belgian bakery table / work surface in solid maple! The rectangular top features a raised gallery edge and rests atop four spacious drawers, providing excellent storage.

Category

Early 20th Century Belgian Rustic Antique Work Table

Materials

Oak

18th C. Swedish Period Baroque Table w/Stone Top- A Great Kitchen Work Table!

$13,300

18th C. Swedish Period Baroque Table w/Stone Top- A Great Kitchen Work Table!

Located in Atlanta, GA

The stone top is a reddish brown color, which is quite complimentary to the warm wood tones (and lovely patina we might add!). This Swedish Baroque table would make a magnificent kit...

Category

Early 18th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Work Table

Materials

Stone

Rosewood Marquetry Work Table

$1,237Sale Price|50% Off

Rosewood Marquetry Work Table

Located in Norwood, NJ

Fine quality Regency style 19th century rosewood and marquetry work table. Interior with individual compartments and mirror inside back of top.

Category

Late 19th Century English Edwardian Antique Work Table

Materials

Wood, Rosewood

Extremely Large almost Square Pine Textile Work Table Countryhouse

$1,990

Extremely Large almost Square Pine Textile Work Table Countryhouse

Located in OOSTERHOUT, NL

Magnificent large textile table from the early 20th century, originating from a tailor's workshop where rolls of fabric were processed to size. The table has a simple, functional des...

Category

Early 20th Century Dutch Country Antique Work Table

Materials

Pine

Early 20th Century Mixwood Fruitwoods Bobbin Turned Work Table

$1,495

Early 20th Century Mixwood Fruitwoods Bobbin Turned Work Table

Located in Germantown, MD

An Early 20th Century victorian Mixwood Maple top, bobbin turned cherry legs, crotch Mahogany veneer front, Bobbin Turned Side Table. All hardwood construction. Dovetail joints drawe...

Category

Early 20th Century American Victorian Antique Work Table

Materials

Maple

Antique Louis Philippe Walnut Work Table, Hand Carved, 1860s

$600 / item

Antique Louis Philippe Walnut Work Table, Hand Carved, 1860s

Located in New Orleans, LA

A period Louis Philippe hand carved walnut two drawer table, the inside top drawer with the original hand written inscription in French, translated “ This table has been given To geo...

Category

1860s French Louis Philippe Antique Work Table

Materials

Poplar, Walnut

Antique French Work Table or Server with Marble Top

$6,500

Antique French Work Table or Server with Marble Top

Located in Sheffield, MA

The wonderfully sturdy rustic French country Provincial style worktable or serving console table is constructed of slotted framing to hold a veined marble top having beveled edges wi...

Category

Late 19th Century French Country Antique Work Table

Materials

Marble

An Early 19th Century Hog Butchering Collapsible Work Table

$3,725

An Early 19th Century Hog Butchering Collapsible Work Table

By Shaker Style

Located in Hudson, NY

This rustic work purpose table made in pine was found in the New Lebanon area of Upstate New York.

Category

19th Century American Rustic Antique Work Table

Materials

Pine

Italian work table

$2,513

Italian work table

Located in Diest, BE

A rare antique Italian work table featuring a unique and functional design detail: two carefully carved V-shaped grooves in the tabletop leading towards a small opening that runs com...

Category

19th Century Italian French Provincial Antique Work Table

Materials

Wood

Early 19th Century Irish Regency Burr Elm Work Table

$18,000

Early 19th Century Irish Regency Burr Elm Work Table

Located in Long Island City, NY

The molded rectangular hinged top supported over molded case opening to reveal fitted compartmental interior including two fitted spools, raised over shaped corner brackets supported...

Category

1820s Irish Regency Antique Work Table

Materials

Elm

French Fruitwood Work Table

$8,750

French Fruitwood Work Table

Located in Woodbury, CT

With its scalloped apron and cabriole legs, this table is has a more dynamic appearance than an ordinary work table, but its single side drawer and pull-out breadboard slide say othe...

Category

19th Century French French Provincial Antique Work Table

Materials

Cherry

Custom American Antique Industrial Farm Clipper Now Work Table Kitchen Island

$5,410

Custom American Antique Industrial Farm Clipper Now Work Table Kitchen Island

Located in Forney, TX

Ferrell and Company (Saginaw, Michigan, United States), dating to the turn of the late 19th / early 20th century, repurposed and now fashioned as a work table / kitchen island, with ...

Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Antique Work Table

Materials

Metal

Late 19th Early 20th Century Butcher Block / Industrial Work Table

$1,000Sale Price|20% Off

Late 19th Early 20th Century Butcher Block / Industrial Work Table

Located in Wainscott, NY

A solid pine butcher's block table with forged iron banding, dating from the late 19th to early 20th century. The thick top shows a beautifully worn surface and patina from years of ...

Category

Late 19th Century American Antique Work Table

Materials

Iron

Unusual Irish George III Harewood and Satinwood Inlaid Work Table

$6,400

Unusual Irish George III Harewood and Satinwood Inlaid Work Table

Located in New York, NY

The table top in the form of a rectangular box finely inlaid with an oval flowerhead centered by bellflower spray spandrels; the sides inlaid with bellflower garlands and brass carry...

Category

1780s Irish George III Antique Work Table

Materials

Satinwood, Harewood

1880s Victorian Mercantile Forged Iron Work Table Vintage Industrial Console

$8,000Sale Price|20% Off

1880s Victorian Mercantile Forged Iron Work Table Vintage Industrial Console

Located in Hyattsville, MD

A Rare Form, All original and complete, except for chip in one ball foot. It is a wonderful compact design, all cast iron or forged steel construction. Sturdy. No looseness. Approx. ...

Category

1880s American Industrial Antique Work Table

Materials

Steel, Iron

Japanese Antique Two-Sided Work Table with Drawers & Sliding Doors, Taisho era

$4,000

Japanese Antique Two-Sided Work Table with Drawers & Sliding Doors, Taisho era

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

This substantial Japanese work table dates to the Taisho period (1912–1926) and is designed to be used from both sides, a configuration that is rarely encountered.

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Work Table

Materials

Wood

Victorian Walnut Work Table

$1,890Sale Price|20% Off

Victorian Walnut Work Table

Located in Cheshire, GB

Walnut work table, the rectangular-shaped burr walnut lifts up top, opening to reveal a green leather writing slope and fitted interior above frieze drawer and storage compartment be...

Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Work Table

Materials

Walnut

Antique C. Christiansen Workbench c. 1930 Kitchen Island Industrial Work Table

$1,950

Antique C. Christiansen Workbench c. 1930 Kitchen Island Industrial Work Table

Located in Newtown, CT

Antique C. Christiansen Workbench. The measurements with the vises are 54" wide x 28" deep and 36.25" high with backsplash. The tabletop itself is 48" x 21" x 32" high. Normal wea...

Category

1920s American Industrial Antique Work Table

Materials

Wood

French 19th Century Beech & Pine Work Table with Green Painted Legs

$5,885

French 19th Century Beech & Pine Work Table with Green Painted Legs

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A unique 19th century French workbench–formerly a prep table for the kitchen or other household work, easily adapted to a kitchen island for the modern interior as it contains one la...

Category

19th Century French Country Antique Work Table

Materials

Metal

19th Century French Work Table

$2,975

19th Century French Work Table

Located in Nashville, TN

This is an amazing French work table that has an absolutely gorgeous finish, lovely turned legs, with amazing age and patina on the tabletop.

Category

Mid-19th Century French Antique Work Table

Materials

Wood

19th C Primitive Work Table Console

$1,800

19th C Primitive Work Table Console

Located in Great Barrington, MA

Perfectly patinated work table. Great for hall or console surface. Nice weathered finish.

Category

19th Century Antique Work Table

Materials

Pine

Queen Anne Cherry Work Table/Desk

$1,100

Queen Anne Cherry Work Table/Desk

Located in San Francisco, CA

Charming 18th century Queen Anne cherry wood work table/desk with single drawer, tapered legs, and pad feet. 35" W x 21" D x 28" H

Category

Mid-18th Century Queen Anne Antique Work Table

Materials

Brass

Lovely Victorian Work Table

$1,107

Lovely Victorian Work Table

Located in Crawley, GB

We delight to offer for sale this lovely Victorian rosewood work table, the circular top above a galleried undertier and triform base, in good condition .

Category

Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Work Table

Materials

Walnut

American Cherry Tapered Leg Work Table

$1,900

American Cherry Tapered Leg Work Table

Located in Charleston, SC

American cherry and maple tapered leg work table. Single drawer.

Category

Early 19th Century North American Antique Work Table

Materials

Cherry

American Oak Folding Cutting/Work Table

$2,817

American Oak Folding Cutting/Work Table

Located in Staffordshire, GB

circa Early 20thC American Oak Folding Cutting/Work Table sku 1542 W93 x D52 x H68cm

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Work Table

Materials

Oak

19thC French Bamboo & Lacquer Work Table

$4,524

19thC French Bamboo & Lacquer Work Table

Located in Staffordshire, GB

sku 1870 19thC French Bamboo & Lacquer Work Table sku 1916 W48 x D28 x H76 cm Weight 5 kg

Category

19th Century Antique Work Table

Materials

Bamboo

French 19th Century Etabli - Work Table

$4,450

French 19th Century Etabli - Work Table

Located in Round Top, TX

A fabulous mid-19th century Etabli - Work Table Console from the Provence region of France.

Category

Mid-19th Century French Antique Work Table

Materials

Oak, Pine

Antique Spanish Oak Work Table, 1800s

$4,475

Antique Spanish Oak Work Table, 1800s

Located in Miami, FL

It is perfect to use as a work table.

Category

Early 19th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Work Table

Materials

Walnut

Antique Spanish Oak Work Table, 1800s

$2,890

Antique Spanish Oak Work Table, 1800s

Located in Miami, FL

It is perfect to use as a work table.

Category

Early 19th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Work Table

Materials

Oak

Fine Carved George III Mahogany Work Table

$5,942Sale Price|12% Off

Fine Carved George III Mahogany Work Table

Located in Rome, IT

A fine carved George III mahogany work table with two drawers. Dimension: 82 x 40 x 40 cm.

Category

18th Century English George III Antique Work Table

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Rustic Northern Swedish Work Table, Made by Hand in Raw Solid Pine

$3,199

Antique Rustic Northern Swedish Work Table, Made by Hand in Raw Solid Pine

Located in Kramfors, SE

Antique rustic Swedish worktable in raw pine. Made by hand in northern Sweden around 1810. The table has a never-painted surface with authentic patina and traces of use. Heavy leg fr...

Category

Early 19th Century Swedish Rustic Antique Work Table

Materials

Pine

Early 20th Century Industrial Wabi Sabi Cast Iron and Wood Console Work Table

$4,799

Early 20th Century Industrial Wabi Sabi Cast Iron and Wood Console Work Table

Located in Dusseldorf, DE

Industrial workbench from the early 20th century. Made from wood and cast iron with outstanding original patina. A unique piece of furniture, perfect as a console table, with a wash...

Category

Early 20th Century German Industrial Antique Work Table

Materials

Iron

19th Century Rustic Country Work Table

$1,200

19th Century Rustic Country Work Table

Located in Sheffield, MA

19th century rustic country single drawer side or work table. Table has wonderful aged patina. It can be used as an end table or coffee table in a rustic decoration but also it could...

Category

19th Century American Rustic Antique Work Table

Materials

Wood

19th Century Primitive English Work Table

$2,875

19th Century Primitive English Work Table

Located in Nashville, TN

This 19th Century Primitive English Work Table features a distressed light blue painted base and a natural wood top.

Category

Early 19th Century Antique Work Table

Materials

Wood, Paint

Victorian Burr Walnut Games / Work Table

$1,283

Victorian Burr Walnut Games / Work Table

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

Victorian Burr Walnut Games / Work Table Item Code: S27-27A Circa: 1860 A fine Victorian burr walnut games table, beautifully constructed and richly figured throughout.

Category

19th Century English Antique Work Table

Materials

Walnut

Period Regency Rosewood Work Table

$3,700

Period Regency Rosewood Work Table

Located in Hudson, NY

This fine work table made in England, circa 1810 is of an unusual sculptural form and relates to the work of George Smith one of the periods most influential designers.

Category

Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Work Table

Materials

Rosewood

French 18th Century Etabli, Work Table

$11,000

French 18th Century Etabli, Work Table

Located in Round Top, TX

A fascinating French mid-18th century Etabli - Work table for producing copper or metal wiring.

Category

Mid-18th Century French Antique Work Table

Materials

Iron

Edwardian Mahogany and Shell Inlaid Work Table

$1,418

Edwardian Mahogany and Shell Inlaid Work Table

Located in Altrincham, GB

Edwardian Mahogany and Shell Inlaid Work Table on fine Slender Sheraton Style Legs - 16.5"w x 12"d x 28"h

Category

Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Work Table

Materials

Mahogany

Regency Mahogany Work Table, c.1820

$1,600

Regency Mahogany Work Table, c.1820

Located in Savannah, GA

A Regency mahogany drop-leaf work table, circa 1820. Two drawers, with false drawers opposite. 16 inches wide by 20 inches deep by 25 ¾ inches tall; extended width 30 ½ inches ...

Category

1820s Unknown Regency Antique Work Table

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Pine Farmhouse Work Table

$4,850

19th Century Pine Farmhouse Work Table

Located in Bradenton, FL

Rare Extended Length 19th Century Pine Farmhouse Work Table. Table features solid wood construction, a substantial hand-finished plank top, and warm-honey-toned coloration.

Category

19th Century American Rustic Antique Work Table

Materials

Wood

High Victorian Inlaid Burr Walnut Work Table

$3,511

High Victorian Inlaid Burr Walnut Work Table

Located in Altrincham, GB

High Victorian Inlaid Burr Walnut Work Table with fretwork fitted divisions over single drawer supported on end supports, cabriole legs, scroll feet & porcelain and brass castors - 2...

Category

Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Antique Work Table

Materials

Walnut

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Antique Work Table For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal antique work table for your home. Each antique work table for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and iron. There are many kinds of the antique work table you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Each antique work table bearing Industrial, Victorian or Regency hallmarks is very popular. A well-made antique work table has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Keuffel and Esser Co., Dietzgen and New Britain Machine Company are consistently popular.

How Much is a Antique Work Table?

An antique work table can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,199, while the lowest priced sells for $175 and the highest can go for as much as $79,127.

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 Work Table

What is a working table?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
A working table is, simply put, a table where you can work. It is equipped with drawers and holders to hold implements and materials. It can range from a simple flat surface to complex designs. On 1stDibs, you can find the perfect table for your work purposes.
How do antique compasses work?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Antique compasses work with the use of magnets. Compasses use a magnetized needle that can rotate to line up with the Earth’s magnetic field, pointing towards the magnetic north. The basic concept of how compasses work has not changed over several centuries and magnetic compasses continue to work well today. Shop a variety of antique compasses on 1stDibs.
How does a table lamp work?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
How a table lamp works begins with its cord, which gets plugged into an electrical outlet that provides a source of energy. Halogen and incandescent bulbs contain filaments. The filament in a bulb is a conductor of electricity. It’s attached to contacts made of metal that are connected to a power supply. This allows for electricity to flow through it. When the electrical current cycles through the filament, this component gets quite hot and emits light. Find a large collection of vintage table lamps on 1stDibs.
How does an extendable table work?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
An extendable table is a great way to make use of or save space, as you wish. An extendable table is constructed in a way that the tabletop pulls apart to reveal the center layer as a usable, extendable option. Extendable tables mostly include flaps that click in place to keep from collapsing. Find a variety of tables on 1stDibs.
How does an antique watch fob work?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
An antique fob watch works with the help of a winding mechanism. Turning the winder puts tension on the clockwork gears, allowing them to move. Depending on the watch, you may wind it with a specially designed key or a winding crown located on the stem of the timepiece. You'll find a collection of antique fob watches on 1stDibs.
How does the impossible floating table work?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
How the impossible floating table works relies on tension. Artisans carefully craft the table using laws of physics. When the top is in precisely the right position, tension forces keep it balanced, so it appears to hover in midair. Shop a variety of tables on 1stDibs.
How does a drop leaf table work?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
A drop-leaf table features a fixed section and one or more foldable sections. The well-made hinges hold the fixed and foldable sections and allow the leaves to pop up. These sections are anchored with the help of swing-out legs for secure placement. Find antique and vintage drop-leaf tables on 1stDibs.
What chairs work with a Tulip Table?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
Many chairs can work with a Tulip table. The Tulip armchair, for example, was part of Eero Saarinen’s Pedestal collection of armless chairs, stools, Tulip side tables and more. The series, produced for Knoll, was a mid-century modernist exercise in simplifying, and Tulip chairs, with their curvy contours, match Tulip side tables and Pedestal dining tables very well. However, you can also try other mid-century modern chairs to see what works best in your space. Shop a collection of mid-century modern dining chairs on 1stDibs.
What shape coffee table works best with a sectional?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
A round coffee table usually goes well with a sectional as it is easier to navigate around, especially since surrounded by seating. The circular shape creates extra space and so is especially great with U-shaped sectionals.
Casa QuietaFebruary 26, 2021
The Pedestal Coffee Table from Casa Quieta is an ideal option for a sectional due to its comfortable composition and size
Which table shape works best for my dining room?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Round and oval tables suit smaller or open-plan rooms, while rectangular tables fit longer, more formal spaces.
How do I identify an antique table?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
You can identify an antique table in a number of ways. The first clue that a table is antique is the joinery. If a piece of furniture is dovetailed by hand, it only has a couple of dovetails, which are uneven. Also, antique tables are not defined by perfect symmetry. Lastly, antique tables were typically made of oak, mahogany, and walnut.
Bonnin Ashley Antiques IncFebruary 23, 2021
In addition to the joinery you can check the bottoms of the drawers and the backs of the cabinets. If they were made prior to 1850 then the wood will most likely be dimensioned by hand. It will be uneven to the touch. The secondary wood that receives the veneer will have been scraped smooth but drawer bottoms, backs and bottoms are often left less finished.
What is an antique rent table?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
An antique rent table is a piece of furniture that landlords and tenants used to exchange rent. The rent money would be placed in one drawer, the table would rotate for the landlord to receive. It was considered polite and gentlemanly to pay rent this way. Shop a collection of antique rent tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A rent table is a small circular or polygonal table with drawers. Rent tables frequently had drawers labeled for the days of the week, and English landlords in the 18th century often used them to collect rent. On 1stDibs, shop antique rent tables from some of the world’s top sellers.
How can you tell if a kitchen table is antique?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
To tell if a kitchen table is antique, look under the table and on the legs for a maker's mark. It may be carved, branded or stamped onto the surface or appear on a paper or metal label. Using the marking, you can consult trusted online resources to learn about the maker and view catalogues of their pieces, searching for tables similar to yours. If your kitchen table was produced at least 100 years ago, it is an antique. Keep in mind that not all antique furnishings have maker's markings. In the event that you're unable to locate a mark, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can evaluate your piece for you. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of tables.
How can you tell if a side table is antique?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
To determine whether a side table is an antique, closely examine its details. Older pieces will typically have telltale features like wood pegs, hand-cut dovetails with some slight imperfections and mortise-and-tenon construction. Tables that are a consistent color throughout or have machine-cut moldings or carvings are unlikely to be antiques. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can be a helpful resource when dating tables. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and modern side tables on 1stDibs.
How can I identify my antique dining table?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To identify your antique dining table, first check to see if there is a maker’s mark on the underside. If there are no identifying marks or stamps, a furniture appraiser can check the style and the hardwood used to identify your piece. Shop a collection of antique furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What coffee table height works best with a low mid-century modern sofa?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Look for a table 15 to 18 inches tall to match the lower seat height common to mid-century sofas; a taller table can feel out of proportion next to a low-slung frame.
Can I replace the shade on an antique table lamp?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Yes. Most table lamps accept standard harp and finial sizes, so a replacement shade can update the look without altering the base.
How do I care for an antique wood dining table?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Keep it out of direct sun and away from heat, dust with a soft cloth, and wax or polish sparingly.
How do I identify an antique drop leaf table?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
While you can look for markings and other details to try and determine the maker, the best way to identify an antique drop leaf table is to work with a certified appraiser. Trusted online venues and search engines can be helpful when conducting research on a specific collectible, piece of jewelry, art work or other item about which you may have questions, but qualified professionals, such as an antiques dealer or an appraiser at an auction house, have the knowledge and experience needed to make more accurate identifications. Shop a selection of antique, vintage and modern tables on 1stDibs.
What wattage bulb should I use in an antique table lamp?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Stick to the wattage noted in the listing, typically 40 to 60 watts for standard incandescent-equivalent bulbs, to avoid overheating older wiring.

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