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Mid Century Modern Saucer Desk Lamp ... Space Age UFO Atomic Era Table Lamp
Mid Century Modern Saucer Desk Lamp ... Space Age UFO Atomic Era Table Lamp

Mid Century Modern Saucer Desk Lamp ... Space Age UFO Atomic Era Table Lamp

By Walter Von Nessen

Located in Chicago, IL

Vintage black early 1970s flying saucer desk/table lamp influenced by the atomic age of the moon

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Atomic Mid-Century Table Lamp by James Harvey Crate T-3-C c. 2000
Atomic Mid-Century Table Lamp by James Harvey Crate T-3-C c. 2000

Atomic Mid-Century Table Lamp by James Harvey Crate T-3-C c. 2000

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Atomic Mid-Century by James Harvey Crate T-3-C adjustable table lamp reissue of the 1951 MOMA

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of 1950s Mid-Century Modern Atomic Age Brass and Enamel Table Lamps
Pair of 1950s Mid-Century Modern Atomic Age Brass and Enamel Table Lamps

Pair of 1950s Mid-Century Modern Atomic Age Brass and Enamel Table Lamps

Located in Montclair, NY

A lovely pair of midcentury tripod table lamp with brass vase shape body mounted on three legs and

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Iron

Pair of Period 1950s Atomic Age Lamps
Pair of Period 1950s Atomic Age Lamps

Pair of Period 1950s Atomic Age Lamps

Located in New Orleans, LA

Rare, atonic age, hand made pottery, starburst globe table lamps on metal base with disc feet

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage 1960s Atomic Orange Lamp Mad Men
Vintage 1960s Atomic Orange Lamp Mad Men

Vintage 1960s Atomic Orange Lamp Mad Men

Located in Wilton, CT

Large vintage geometric lamp in bright orange glaze, circa 1960s. Measures: 34" high overall, 20" to top of pottery, 8" diameter. 3 way switch. Excellent vintage condition. Shade not...

Category

Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Pottery

Pair of Atomic Lamps Signed F.A.I.P.
Pair of Atomic Lamps Signed F.A.I.P.

Pair of Atomic Lamps Signed F.A.I.P.

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A matching pair of circa early 1950s plaster composite table lamps signed F.A.I.P.. Lamps feature a

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Plaster

Pair of Majestic Lamp Co. Atomic Lamps, Mid-Century Modern
Pair of Majestic Lamp Co. Atomic Lamps, Mid-Century Modern

Pair of Majestic Lamp Co. Atomic Lamps, Mid-Century Modern

By Majestic Lamp Company

Located in Buffalo, NY

Nice matched pair of Mid Century Modern table lamps made by the Majestic Lamp Co,. Walnut and brass

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

1950's Atomic Flying Saucer Lamp by Esther Lighting Co.
1950's Atomic Flying Saucer Lamp by Esther Lighting Co.

1950's Atomic Flying Saucer Lamp by Esther Lighting Co.

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A petite atomic flying saucer accent lamp from Australia, made by the Esther Lighting Company

Category

Vintage 1950s Australian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

American Mid-Century Modern Atomic Age Brass and Glass Lamp
American Mid-Century Modern Atomic Age Brass and Glass Lamp

American Mid-Century Modern Atomic Age Brass and Glass Lamp

Located in San Diego, CA

A very rare table or desk lamp, circa 1950s. Completely restored, and re-wired. The lampshade has

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Classic Pair of Mid-Century Modern Brass Atomic Lamps, Nessen Studios
Classic Pair of Mid-Century Modern Brass Atomic Lamps, Nessen Studios

Classic Pair of Mid-Century Modern Brass Atomic Lamps, Nessen Studios

By Nessen Studio

Located in Buffalo, NY

Classic pair of Mid-Century Modern brass atomic lamps,,Retain original parchment lamp shades

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Atomic Mid-Century Modern Articulating Eyeball Spot Lamps by OMI Koch & Lowy
Atomic Mid-Century Modern Articulating Eyeball Spot Lamps by OMI Koch & Lowy

Atomic Mid-Century Modern Articulating Eyeball Spot Lamps by OMI Koch & Lowy

By Koch & Lowy

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Pair of Mid-Century Modern polished chrome table lamps by OMI Koch & Lowy. These Atomic space-age

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Steel, Chrome

Pair of 1950s Atomic Age Conical-form Green Glazed Ribbed Lamps
Pair of 1950s Atomic Age Conical-form Green Glazed Ribbed Lamps

Pair of 1950s Atomic Age Conical-form Green Glazed Ribbed Lamps

Located in San Francisco, CA

Great midcentury design, each ribbed conical-shaped ceramic lamp resting on a concave forest-green lacquered wooden plinth; Measures: 17" (top of lamp) 29" (top of shade) diameter 5.5".

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

1950's American Mid-Century Gooseneck Double Head Atomic Age Desk Lamp
1950's American Mid-Century Gooseneck Double Head Atomic Age Desk Lamp

1950's American Mid-Century Gooseneck Double Head Atomic Age Desk Lamp

By Greta Magnusson Grossman

Located in San Diego, CA

Double head brass finish gooseneck table/desk lamp, circa 1950's great condition very clean

Category

20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

J.T. Kalmar Atomic Tower Floor Lamp RS6-TL Space Age 1972
J.T. Kalmar Atomic Tower Floor Lamp RS6-TL Space Age 1972

J.T. Kalmar Atomic Tower Floor Lamp RS6-TL Space Age 1972

By J.T. Kalmar

Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen

Atomium tower table or floor light mod. RS6-TL 1972 designed by J.T. Kalmar, Austria in 1972. The

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome, Nickel

Bitossi Raymor Orange Lamp Vase Ceramic Londi Italian Huge Atomic Drip Pottery
Bitossi Raymor Orange Lamp Vase Ceramic Londi Italian Huge Atomic Drip Pottery

Bitossi Raymor Orange Lamp Vase Ceramic Londi Italian Huge Atomic Drip Pottery

By Bitossi

Located in Wilton, CT

Huge Bitossi pottery lamp in bright orange lava drip glaze, circa 1960s. Measures: 38" high overall, 22" to top of pottery, 9 1/2" diameter. Three-way switch. Excellent condition, sm...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Pottery

Vintage Pair of Haeger Pottery Atomic Chrome Yellow Large Ginger Jar Urn Lamps
Vintage Pair of Haeger Pottery Atomic Chrome Yellow Large Ginger Jar Urn Lamps

Vintage Pair of Haeger Pottery Atomic Chrome Yellow Large Ginger Jar Urn Lamps

By Royal Haeger

Located in Wilton, CT

Large vintage pair of Haeger pottery lamps in bright sunny yellow glaze, circa 1970s. Three-way switch. Measures: 33" high overall, 19" to top of pottery, 10" diameter. Excellent con...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Pottery

Pair of Tall "Atomic" Lamps
Pair of Tall "Atomic" Lamps

Pair of Tall "Atomic" Lamps

Located in New York, NY

Dynamic pair of chrome and metal lamps with large round bulbs, some colored. Fifties atomic

Category

Vintage 1950s American Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome, Metal

Mid Century Chromecraft Usa Grafton W1s  Space Age Dining Table  4 Chairs 70s
Mid Century Chromecraft Usa Grafton W1s  Space Age Dining Table  4 Chairs 70s

Mid Century Chromecraft Usa Grafton W1s Space Age Dining Table 4 Chairs 70s

By Chromcraft

Located in Leamington Spa, GB

Retro Chromecraft USA Grafton Atomic Dining Table with 4 Chairs A fantastic and extremely stylish

Category

Mid-20th Century North American Space Age Dining Room Sets

Materials

Aluminum, Chrome

Pair of Atomic Table Lamps
Pair of Atomic Table Lamps

Pair of Atomic Table Lamps

Located in Bridport, CT

Pair of atomic form table lamps in chrome and lacquered metal.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome, Metal

Midcentury Atomic Sputnik Table Lamp
Midcentury Atomic Sputnik Table Lamp

Midcentury Atomic Sputnik Table Lamp

Located in Le Grand-Saconnex, CH

Large midcentury Sputnik table or desk lamp. Manufactured in Switzerland by the family company

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Atomic Chrome and Marble Table Lamp
Atomic Chrome and Marble Table Lamp

Atomic Chrome and Marble Table Lamp

Located in Stamford, CT

Cool and funky desk lamp in crisp chrome with atomic-style swiveling shade. Single socket accepts

Category

20th Century Italian Table Lamps

Mid-Century Modern Atomic Table Lamps
Mid-Century Modern Atomic Table Lamps

Mid-Century Modern Atomic Table Lamps

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This 1960s modern Atomic style table lamps features a chrome base with decorative white bulbs. The

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

1960s Atomic Multi-Bulb Table Lamp
1960s Atomic Multi-Bulb Table Lamp

1960s Atomic Multi-Bulb Table Lamp

Located in TUJUNGA, CA

Polished chrome and wood, multi-bulb table lamp.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Atomic Style Table Lamp
Mid-Century Atomic Style Table Lamp

Mid-Century Atomic Style Table Lamp

Located in New York, NY

Pierced Shades

Category

20th Century Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Atomic Chrome Lamp

Atomic Chrome Lamp

By J.T. Kalmar

Located in Houston, TX

Atomic Chrome Lamp in the style of Kalmar with nine sockets and bulbs, this lamp makes a statement

Category

Vintage 1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Outstanding Custom 1940's Machine / Atomic Age Table Lamp
Outstanding Custom 1940's Machine / Atomic Age Table Lamp

Outstanding Custom 1940's Machine / Atomic Age Table Lamp

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This unique table lamp merges the of best machine age design with the early beginnings of atomic

Category

20th Century American Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Atomic Style Rembrandt Lamp
Atomic Style Rembrandt Lamp

Atomic Style Rembrandt Lamp

By Rembrandt Lamp Company

Located in Northbrook, IL

Unique Sculptural Atomic Style Lamp by Rembrandt. Polished Brass Inverted Cone, Graduated Spheres

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Atomic Tripod Table Lamp with Original Grasscloth Shade, circa 1959
Atomic Tripod Table Lamp with Original Grasscloth Shade, circa 1959

Atomic Tripod Table Lamp with Original Grasscloth Shade, circa 1959

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Costa Mesa, CA

Atomic tripod table lamp with original grasscloth shade, circa 1959. Wood base with brass detailing

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Grasscloth, Wood

Pair of "Atomic" Lamps
Pair of "Atomic" Lamps

Pair of "Atomic" Lamps

Located in New York, NY

Brass tubing and chrome cylinders

Category

Vintage 1970s American Table Lamps

Pair 1950s Atomic Era Fiberglass and Brass Tripod Table Lamps
Pair 1950s Atomic Era Fiberglass and Brass Tripod Table Lamps

Pair 1950s Atomic Era Fiberglass and Brass Tripod Table Lamps

Located in New Westminster, British Columbia

This super fun pair of 1950s Atomic Era table lamps are in amazing condition with no damage to the

Category

Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Atomic Lamps, 1950s
Pair of Atomic Lamps, 1950s

Pair of Atomic Lamps, 1950s

Located in London, GB

A Pair of Atomic Lamps 1950s

Category

Vintage 1950s Table Lamps

Atomic Steel and Rope Lamp
Atomic Steel and Rope Lamp

Atomic Steel and Rope Lamp

Located in New York, NY

sculpture and forms found in nature, the Atomic Steel and Rope Lamp has a striking, artful presence. Almost

Category

Vintage 1950s American Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Rembrandt Brass Atomic Style Lamp
Rembrandt Brass Atomic Style Lamp

Rembrandt Brass Atomic Style Lamp

By Rembrandt Lamp Company

Located in Houston, TX

Unusual atomic sputnik brass and enamel steel lamp from the 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Atomic Style 1950's Table Lamp With "Double Decker" Lampshade
Atomic Style 1950's Table Lamp With "Double Decker" Lampshade

Atomic Style 1950's Table Lamp With "Double Decker" Lampshade

Located in Papaikou, HI

The title line just about says it all. It's a good one.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Spelter

Vintage 1950's Atomic Style Table Lamp With Laminated Shade
Vintage 1950's Atomic Style Table Lamp With Laminated Shade

Vintage 1950's Atomic Style Table Lamp With Laminated Shade

Located in Papaikou, HI

Very spare and lean, but making a real design statement.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel, Brass

1950s Heifetz Atomic Hairpin Leg and Cork Ball Table Lamp
1950s Heifetz Atomic Hairpin Leg and Cork Ball Table Lamp

1950s Heifetz Atomic Hairpin Leg and Cork Ball Table Lamp

Located in Papaikou, HI

This is a classic! Heifetz mid century modern lamp. The proportions are great, the design is clean but creative. This lamp comes with the old school milk glass diffuser, and a vintag...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Pair of Ebonized Atomic Style Lamps
Pair of Ebonized Atomic Style Lamps

Pair of Ebonized Atomic Style Lamps

Located in New York, NY

Space Age Atomic Style Lamps

Category

20th Century American Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of Mid Century Atomic Lamps
Pair of Mid Century Atomic Lamps

Pair of Mid Century Atomic Lamps

Located in North Hollywood, CA

The definitive atomic design, these are stylized versions of the mushroom cloud. The bases are

Category

Vintage 1960s American Table Lamps

1960s Atomic Lava Ceramic Table Lamp on a Tripod Walnut Base
1960s Atomic Lava Ceramic Table Lamp on a Tripod Walnut Base

1960s Atomic Lava Ceramic Table Lamp on a Tripod Walnut Base

By Sunset Lamps

Located in Miami, FL

Really unusual and spectacular this fire color glaze lamp sitting on a tripod walnut base will fit any Mid-Century decor who is looking for a stunning accent full of joy. The shade i...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Lava

Pair of Atomic Age Sculptural Iron Lamps
Pair of Atomic Age Sculptural Iron Lamps

Pair of Atomic Age Sculptural Iron Lamps

Located in 3 Oaks, MI

Wonderful and simple , yet elegant pair of Atomic Age iron table lamps. New silk shades.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Table Lamps

Materials

Iron, Brass

Pair of Atomic Italian Glass Lamps
Pair of Atomic Italian Glass Lamps

Pair of Atomic Italian Glass Lamps

Located in New York, NY

Marble Bases

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Stone

Atomic Space Age Double Cone Lamp, 1950s
Atomic Space Age Double Cone Lamp, 1950s

Atomic Space Age Double Cone Lamp, 1950s

Located in London, GB

An atomic Spage Age double cone articulated desk lamp, 1950s NB: These items are subject to a

Category

Vintage 1950s Table Lamps

Swedish Atomic Bar Cart in Chrome
Swedish Atomic Bar Cart in Chrome

Swedish Atomic Bar Cart in Chrome

Located in Hudson, NY

A 1970’s Swedish atomic bar cart with two tiers. The chrome frame supports glass shelves with black

Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Space Age Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Chrome

PAIR Atomic Aqua Teal Lamps with Original Fiber Shades
PAIR Atomic Aqua Teal Lamps with Original Fiber Shades

PAIR Atomic Aqua Teal Lamps with Original Fiber Shades

Located in Stamford, CT

Offered here is a pair of 'Atomic' aqua teal lamps with original fiber drum shades.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Table Lamps

Pair of  White Plastic "Mushroom Cloud" Atomic Explosion Lamps
Pair of  White Plastic "Mushroom Cloud" Atomic Explosion Lamps

Pair of White Plastic "Mushroom Cloud" Atomic Explosion Lamps

Located in Pasadena, CA

appearance. The overall design is a real success, as it manages to dispel the gravity associated with atomic

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic

Atomic Era French Teleavia Occasional Table
Atomic Era French Teleavia Occasional Table

Atomic Era French Teleavia Occasional Table

By Teleavia

Located in Seattle, WA

This is an atomic era French Teleavia occasional table on casters, originally designed for a

Category

Vintage 1950s French Modern Console Tables

Materials

Wood

1960s Atomic Style Table Lamps, Pair
1960s Atomic Style Table Lamps, Pair

1960s Atomic Style Table Lamps, Pair

Located in Amherst, NH

Vintage 1960s Atomic style pair of copper and metal table lamps. The lamps are wired for the US and

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Atomic Table Lamps
Mid-Century Modern Atomic Table Lamps

Mid-Century Modern Atomic Table Lamps

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This 1960s modern Atomic style table lamps features a chrome base with decorative white bulbs. The

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Atomic Tripod Table Lamp with Perforated Shade, 1950
Atomic Tripod Table Lamp with Perforated Shade, 1950

Atomic Tripod Table Lamp with Perforated Shade, 1950

Located in Debrecen-Pallag, HU

Stunning midcentury tripod table or desk lamp in brass and lacquered aluminium. The central black

Category

Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

American Mid-Century/Atomic Surfboard Wooden Table Lamp.
American Mid-Century/Atomic Surfboard Wooden Table Lamp.

American Mid-Century/Atomic Surfboard Wooden Table Lamp.

Located in Port Hope, ON

This American table lamp sports twin blade shades each with a sensual surfboard shape and stands on

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Danish Teak Atomic Tripod Lamp
Danish Teak Atomic Tripod Lamp

Danish Teak Atomic Tripod Lamp

Located in New Westminster, British Columbia

This super cute Danish modern teak lamp has such a presence! Featuring atomic era rocket booster

Category

Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Atomic Style Table Lamps by Richard Barr for Laurel, 1965
Pair of Atomic Style Table Lamps by Richard Barr for Laurel, 1965

Pair of Atomic Style Table Lamps by Richard Barr for Laurel, 1965

By Laurel Lamp Company

Located in Costa Mesa, CA

Pair of atomic style table lamps by Richard Barr for Laurel, 1965. Model H-787 featured in the

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

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Atomic Dining Table For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the atomic dining table you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, brass and wood, every atomic dining table was constructed with great care. There are 118 variations of the antique or vintage atomic dining table you’re looking for, while we also have 4 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect atomic dining table — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. An atomic dining table made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. Majestic Lamp Company, Alexander Diaz Andersson and ATRA each produced at least one beautiful atomic dining table that is worth considering.

How Much is a Atomic Dining Table?

An atomic dining table can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,275, while the lowest priced sells for $235 and the highest can go for as much as $12,328.

Finding the Right Table-lamps for You

Well-crafted antique and vintage table lamps do more than provide light; the right fixture-and-table combination can add a focal point or creative element to any interior.

Proper table lamps have long been used for lighting our most intimate spaces. Perfect for lighting your nightstand or reading nook, table lamps play an integral role in styling an inviting room. In the years before electricity, lamps used oil. Today, a rewired 19th-century vintage lamp can still provide a touch of elegance for a study.

After industrial milestones such as mass production took hold in the Victorian era, various design movements sought to bring craftsmanship and innovation back to this indispensable household item. Lighting designers affiliated with Art Deco, which originated in the glamorous roaring ’20s, sought to celebrate modern life by fusing modern metals with dark woods and dazzling colors in the fixtures of the era. The geometric shapes and gilded details of vintage Art Deco table lamps provide an air of luxury and sophistication that never goes out of style.

After launching in 1934, Anglepoise lamps soon became a favorite among modernist architects and designers, who interpreted the fixture as “a machine for lighting,” just as Le Corbusier had reimagined the house as “a machine for living in.” The popular task light owed to a collaboration between a vehicle-suspension engineer by the name of George Carwardine and a West Midlands springs manufacturer, Herbert Terry & Sons

Some mid-century modern table lamps, particularly those created by the likes of Joe Colombo and the legendary lighting artisans at Fontana Arte, bear all the provocative hallmarks associated with Space Age design. Sculptural and versatile, the Louis Poulsen table lamps of that period were revolutionary for their time and still seem innovative today

If you are looking for something more contemporary, industrial table lamps are demonstrative of a newly chic style that isn’t afraid to pay homage to the past. They look particularly at home in any rustic loft space amid exposed brick and steel beams.

Before you buy a desk lamp or table lamp for your living room, consider your lighting needs. The Snoopy lamp, designed in 1967, or any other “banker’s lamp” (shorthand for the Emeralite desk lamps patented by H.G. McFaddin and Company), provides light at a downward angle that is perfect for writing, while the Fontana table lamp and the beloved Grasshopper lamp by Greta Magnusson-Grossman each yield a soft and even glow. Some table lamps require lampshades to be bought separately.

Whether it’s a classic antique Tiffany table lamp, a Murano glass table lamp or even a bold avant-garde fixture custom-made by a contemporary design firm, the right table lamp can completely transform a room. Find the right one for you on 1stDibs.

Questions About Atomic Dining Table
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    How high a dining table should be varies. If you already have your dining chairs, look for a table that is 10 to 12 inches taller than the seat height to provide ample legroom. The standard height for dining tables is around 30 inches. However, you can opt for taller pieces, such as 34- to 36-inch counter-height tables or 40- to 42-inch bar-height tables. Shop a large selection of dining tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    How thick a dining table should be varies. Many tables feature tops that are between 0.75 and 1 inch in thickness. However, some tables may have tops that are up to 2 inches thick. Typically, tables with thicker tops will have a more rustic appearance. Shop a large selection of dining tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An MCM dining table is a table that reflects the mid-century modern style. Typically these tables are functional and have clean minimalist lines. MCM furniture is made with a variety of materials and colors, but wood is the most common. Find a selection of mid-century modern tables and furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A dining table with leaf is a dining table that has its middle part as solid and remains in place, but the two sides of the table drop down on a hinge, so they hang at the side. This is where the name 'drop leaf' comes from. Many homeowners have decided to go with leaf tables as they offer a lot of flexibility to their homes. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of dining table options as well as a range of vintage and antique drop-leaf tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    The height of a dining table varies from piece to piece. However, standard dining tables are usually 28 to 30 inches tall. Counter-height tables are taller at 34 to 36 inches, and bar-height tables are the highest at 40 to 42 inches high. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of dining tables from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Dining tables come in a huge variety of styles and are often chosen according to individual preference. The best dining tables are ones that are sturdy, well-made and able to withstand wear and tear. You should also consider your space limitations as well as budget. Find a versatile collection of antique and vintage dining tables on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The narrowest a dining table can be is 36 inches. This leaves 18 inches of space for each of the guests on the opposite side of the table, as well as room in the center for serving dishes or platters. Find a collection of antique and vintage dining tables on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    No, a dining table isn't always necessary. People who eat only a few meals at home may not need a dining table, and some people prefer to eat at kitchen counters using counter-height stools. Or, they may choose to sit on the floor in front of a coffee table or to take their meals at a desk or on a TV tray or end table. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of dining tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    How wide a dining table should be largely depends on its shape. Most rectangular and oval dining tables are 36 to 40 inches wide. Round table widths or diameters vary and will determine how many people can sit comfortably at one time. Generally, a round table 36 to 44 inches in width is ideal for up to four people, while ones that are 44 to 54 inches in diameter can accommodate four to six. Tables between 54 and 59 inches in width are suitable for six to eight people. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of dining tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To protect your maple dining table, use placemats or a tablecloth to reduce the risk of scratches. Always place a trivet underneath hot serveware to avoid scorching the finish. Set glasses on coasters to keep rings off the wood. Shop a selection of vintage and antique dining tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    The size of a dining table for six depends on its shape. Most rectangular and oval dining tables designed to seat six are 72 inches long by 36 inches wide. With round tables, the typical diameter size for a six-seater is 60 to 72 inches. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of antique, vintage and contemporary dining tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A small dining table is also called a dinette. A table and two to four seats are frequently included. Designed for small spaces, dinettes are most often used in kitchens and breakfast nooks. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage and antique dinettes.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A drop-leaf table is a type of table that has a fixed portion in the center and foldable portions on either side joined by hinges. These foldable portions can be dropped and closed to save space when the table is not in use. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage drop leaf dining tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    There isn’t a single most durable material for a dining table. Solid hardwood and stainless steel can hold up to wear and tear, but the quality of the craftsmanship also impacts durability. Find a variety of dining tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Large dining tables are usually called banquet tables due to their ability to seat a crowd. Normally, banquet tables measure over 10 feet in length. Some standard dining tables convert to banquet tables with removable leaves. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique and vintage dining tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    There is no single most durable type of dining table. Materials like solid hardwood, stone and marble can make for long-lasting tables, but other factors like how you care for the piece and how well it's made also help determine durability. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of dining tables from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024
    Yes, onyx can be a good material for a dining table. The mineral is strong, but it is relatively lightweight, making tables easy to move throughout a room as needed. Many people find the color and luster of onyx tabletops to be visually appealing. Since the material can become scratched or damaged by heat, it is important to take steps to protect an onyx dining table by using felt-backed trivets or heat-resistant fabric mats beneath hot dishes. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of onyx dining tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Whether mahogany is good for a dining table is largely a matter of personal preference. Some people may prefer the hardwood for their dining room furniture owing to its natural beauty, durability and stain-resistant qualities. Mahogany also features a striking natural grain that renders it ideal for use in that part of your home, specifically as dinner guests will be able to experience it! Shop a range of mahogany dining tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
    Some furniture lovers and interior designers believe ceramic dining tables are worth it. Ceramic tabletops introduce a new texture to dining rooms, enhancing the overall visual appeal. They are also resistant to staining and the effects of heat, characteristics that many other materials used to produce tabletops can lack. However, there are some downsides to ceramic tabletops. For one thing, a large table topped with ceramic may be very heavy and difficult to move. The tabletop can also crack or chip if you drop something heavy on it. To determine whether a ceramic table is ideal for you, weigh the pros and cons of owning one carefully. Shop an assortment of ceramic dining tables and other dining tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    Yes, ceramic dining tables are really good as they are very strong and durable. Made from sturdy materials, ceramic dining tables are resistant to spills, cuts, scratches and extreme heat. You can select from varying styles of ceramic dining tables, including Antique, Vintage, 21st Century, Mid Century on 1st Dibs.