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Rare Edmund Spence Checker Pattern Dining Table
By Edmond J. Spence
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice Mid-Century Swedish modern dining table by Edmond Spence. Two 2 x 24" extension
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Birch

Early 20th Century Neoclassic Extendable Table Solid Oak With Checkered Oak Top
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Italy elegant early 900 neoclassic extendable rectangular table in solid oak wood with a checkered
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Revival Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Art Deco Dining Table with Inlayed Top in Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining table, oak, France, 1940s. This well-designed dining table is architectural in its
Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Art Deco Dining Table with Inlayed Top in Oak
Art Deco Dining Table with Inlayed Top in Oak
H 29.34 in W 64.97 in D 39.38 in
Maxalto "Alcor" Contemporary Modern Brushed Light Oak Rectangular Dining Table
By Maxalto
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A Maxalto "Alcor" dining table. A beautiful contemporary dining table from titled the "Alcor". This
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21st Century and Contemporary Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

French Empire Mahogany Grand Dining Room Table Set
Located in New York, NY
table with four leaves and a total of twelve chairs, eight armless and four with arms. The chairs
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Early 20th Century French Empire Dining Room Sets

Materials

Brass

Two Chairs Cast Iron Marble-Top Table Coca-Cola Dinette Ice Cream Set Cafe Table
By John Salterini
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern red Coca-Cola cast iron base figural marble-top cafe table with two Salterini
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Marble, Wrought Iron

Charles Dudouyt Art Deco Table with Inlayed Top in Oak
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Charles Dudouyt, dining table, oak, France, 1940s. This well-designed dining table is
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Dunbar Mid-Century Ebonised Walnut Checker Pattern Side End Table Stand Mint!
By Harvey Probber, Dunbar Furniture
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Dunbar Mid Century Modern ebonised walnut checker pattern side end table stand mint!
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Pedestals

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Tripod Table Lamp in Brass and Checkered Glass, Swiss, circa 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A lean and 'delicate' table or desk light composed of a Tristan brass base and checkered yellow
Category

Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Danish Palshus Table Lamp with Harlequin Checkered Decoration and New Lamp Shade
By Per Linnemann-Schmidt, Palshus
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Per Linnemann-Schmidt Slender mid-century table lamp made by Danish Palshus Ceramic workshop in the
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Fabric

Midcentury "Haga" dining table by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, 1930s
By Carl Malmsten, Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant “Haga” dining table by Carl Malmsten, with a curvesome stained wooden base. Round table top
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Birch

Dining Set with Centro Progetti Tecno Table and Eero Saarinen Chairs
By Tecno
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Centro Progetti Tecno, dining or conference table model 'T335', lacquered wood, aluminum, Italy
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Adrian Pearsall Sofa in Checkered Upholstery with Side Tables
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Adrian Pearsall, sofa with side tables, in checkered upholstery and walnut, United States, 1960s
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Walnut

Italian Lacquered Lithographic Foyer Pedestal Table after Piero Fornasetti
By Piero Fornasetti
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Stunning Italian lacquered lithographic print pedestal foyer table in the manner of Piero
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Pedestals

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Large Art Deco Table with Inlayed Top in Oak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Conference or dining table, oak, Europe, 1950s. This robust dining table of considerable size
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Vintage 1940s European Art Deco Conference Tables

Materials

Oak

Large Art Deco Table with Inlayed Top in Oak
Large Art Deco Table with Inlayed Top in Oak
H 27.37 in W 169.3 in D 87.41 in
Swedish Gustavian Marble Top Egyptian Pharaoh Mask Pier Table circa 1820
Located in Shippensburg, PA
A VERY FINE EMPIRE POLYCHROMED MARBLE-TOP PIER CONSOLE TABLE IN THE EGYPTIAN TASTE Sweden, circa
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Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Console Tables

Materials

Marble

19th Century French Pedestal Table in Papier Mâché, Napoleon III period
Located in Sofia, BG
19th century pedestal table in papier mâché blackened and enhanced with gilding. The mother of
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Pedestals

19th C. Spanish Table W/Drawers & Geometric Carved Apron Has Wonderful Colors
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Spanish carved and painted wood table with drawers from the 19th century (possibly older). This
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Antique 19th Century Spanish Console Tables

Materials

Wood

Superb Bookmatch Olivewood Console, Game Table and Writing Desk, circa 1975
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fabulous restored multi-use table which may serve as a stunning console, writing desk and game
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Lucite, Olive

Arturo Pani Onyx Interchangeable Chess Checkers and Backgammon Game Table
By Muller's Onyx, Arturo Pani
Located in Los Angeles, CA
in any room, and while it is a game table could easily be used for playing cards, dining or as a side
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20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Game Tables

Materials

Onyx, Marble

Florence Knoll Style Mid-Century Checked Wood Veneer & Brass Side or End Table
By Florence Knoll
Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern
checkered pattern. This delightful table, will add warmth and character to any lounge, dining or
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Brass

Per Linnemand Schmidt, large chamotte clay stoneware table lamp, Denmark 1960s
By Annelise and Per Linemann-Schmidt, Palshus Stentoj
Located in Espergærde, 84
Large Palshus table lamp made in chamotte clay stoneware with checkered pattern on the low part of
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stoneware

American Federal Inlaid-Mahogany Card Game Table, Massachusetts ca. 1810
Located in Shippensburg, PA
borders of the table top when opened. The upper leaf has a delicate checkered and stringer inlaid border
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Antique 19th Century American Federal Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Venezia Sestiere Console
By Morici
Located in Milan, IT
veneered with an inlaid checkered motif marked by a pastel palette of pinks, beiges, and browns, brushed
Category

2010s Italian Modern Console Tables

Materials

Wood

Venezia Sestiere Console
Venezia Sestiere Console
H 28.75 in W 44.49 in D 16.15 in
French Walnut Gueridon Brass Gallery and Marquetry
Located in Troy, MI
French walnut gueridon with extensive marquetry, circa 1900. Tabletop has checker board pattern
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Early 20th Century French Gueridon

Materials

Brass

French Art Nouveau Cast Iron gueridon with Floral Decoration ca. 1900, stamped
Located in Salzburg, AT
centerpiece is designed with a fine checkered pattern on which flowers with leaves can be seen, which are also
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Gueridon

Materials

Iron

Console with drawers Venezia Sestiere
By Morici
Located in Recanati, IT
veneered with an inlaid checkered motif marked by a pastel palette of pinks, beiges, and browns, brushed
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2010s Italian Other Console Tables

Materials

Wood

Console with drawers Venezia Sestiere
Console with drawers Venezia Sestiere
H 28.75 in W 16.15 in D 44.49 in
Pair of Lamps by Roberto Rida, Italy, 2016
By Roberto Giulio Rida
Located in New York, NY
stem, which swivels around a blue, green and gray checkered vintage glass panel.   (Lamp shade not
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2010s Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Foscarini Cri Cri Lamp in Red by Studio Natural
By Foscarini, Studio Natural
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A day trip to the country. Chirping cicadas. A picnic, a checkered tablecloth on the grass. This is
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

Chromed Steel & Faux Rosewood Candle Stand
Located in Hudson, NY
This vintage smoking table or candle stand appears to be custom made and one of a kind. The heavy
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Candle Stands

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Peaches and Stems, Yellow Flowers, Red Tulips, Fruit, Pears, Dining Room
By Melanie Parke
Located in Kent, CT
green pitcher, peaches and pears on a yellow checkered table cloth. The table setting is beautifully
Category

2010s Contemporary Still-life Paintings

Materials

Oil, Canvas

New Contemporary Moroccan Runner with Modern Tribal Style
Located in Dallas, TX
room, sunroom or it would make a lovely accent next to a buffet in a dining room, behind the sofa table
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Tribal Moroccan and North Africa...

Materials

Wool

Impressive Italian Sideboard by Willy Rizzo for Mario Sabot, 1970s
By Willy Rizzo, Mario Sabot
Located in Echt, NL
walnut that are placed in a checkered pattern. The warm, rich tones of the walnut exude a sense of
Category

20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Sideboards

Materials

Malachite, Metal, Chrome, Berlin Iron

Distressed Vintage Turkish Sivas Rug with Mid-Century Modern Rustic Style
By Zeki Müren
Located in Dallas, TX
next to a buffet in a dining room, behind the sofa table in the living room, or by a long vestibule in
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Late 20th Century Turkish Rustic Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Distressed Vintage Turkish Sivas Runner with Rustic Cubist Style
By Zeki Müren
Located in Dallas, TX
clubhouse. It would make a lovely accent next to a buffet in a dining room, behind the sofa table in the
Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Rustic Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Distressed Vintage Turkish Sivas Rug with Rustic Cubist Style
By Zeki Müren
Located in Dallas, TX
. It would make a lovely accent next to a buffet in a dining room, behind the sofa table in the living
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Rustic Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Distressed Vintage Turkish Sivas Rug with Modern Cubist Style
Located in Dallas, TX
. It would make a lovely accent next to a buffet in a dining room, behind the sofa table in the living
Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Industrial Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Distressed Vintage Turkish Sivas Rug with Mid-Century Modern Rustic Style
By Zeki Müren
Located in Dallas, TX
make a lovely accent next to a buffet in a dining room, behind the sofa table in the living room, or by
Category

Late 20th Century Turkish Mid-Century Modern Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Milleriquadri Carlo Moretti Contemporary Clear Glass Murano Hand Etched Vase
By Carlo Moretti
Located in New York, NY
Oval free hand shaped bowl in transparent Murano glass with detailed hand cut irregular checkered
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Glass, Smoked Glass

Qing Dynasty Famille Rose and Blue Porcelain Vase 1700s Kanxi Period
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
fluted vase would be perfection on a dining table, filled with big bushy white hydrangea. Alternatively
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Antique 18th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Handsome Vintage Art Deco Dining Table by Jules Leleu
By Jules Leleu
Located in New York, NY
Checkered mahogany veneer with brass sabots, signed in ivory on base and documented in Leleu's
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

Table Lamp by Ernst Keramik, 1970s, Gorgeous Stoneware Table Lamp with Shade
By Ernst Keramik
Located in Frederiksberg, DK
Table lamp by Ernst Keramik in the 1970s - gorgeous charcoal gray and red stoneware lamp stand with
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stoneware

Blue Stained Glass Small Table Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
piece that lights up the walls with a water like checker pattern. Lighting is controlled by a touch lamp
Category

2010s Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Ceramic Table Lamp by Svend Aage Jensen, Soholm, Late 1960s
By Svend Åge Jensen, Søholm Stentøj
Located in Frederiksberg, DK
NO. 3062, ceramic table lamp by Svend Aage Jensen in the late 1960s - beautiful lamp stand with
Category

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

Materials

Ceramic

Egrets Take Flight! French Art Deco Chandelier with Degué Glass
By Degué
Located in San Francisco, CA
"Degué" as they hover over our lacquered Leleu dining table? Or, perhaps in the living room? Wherever
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Orrefors Chandelier Large Crystal Chandelier by Lyfa/Orrefors in the 1950s
By Lyfa, Orrefors
Located in Brondby, Copenhagen
midcentury dining table, no matter where you place this Orrefors Chandelier, it would make quite an
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Orrefors Chandelier by Lyfa/Orrefors, 1950s, Large Crystal & Brass Ceiling Light
By Lyfa, Orrefors, Carl Fagerlund
Located in Frederiksberg, DK
mid century dining table - no matter where you place this Orrefors chandelier, it would make quite an
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Modern Milo Baughman Style Walnut Parquetry Dining Table with Two Leaves
By Milo Baughman
Located in Houston, TX
Gorgeous Milo Baughman style walnut parquetry / checkered dining table. Comes with two leaves, each
Category

Vintage 1960s Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Checkered Stone Dining Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Checkered stone table top with a wrought iron scalloped base. Great for a breakfast nook or
Category

Vintage 1980s Dining Room Tables

Materials

Stone, Travertine, Wrought Iron

Incredible Checkered Burl Parsons Dining Table by Milo Baughman, 1970s
By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin
Located in New York, NY
Incredible patchwork checkered burl Parsons dining table by Milo Baughman, 1970s. Pristine vintage
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Ash, Burl, Olive

Midcentury Lucite Dining Table
Located in Miami, FL
Clear lucite dining table with interesting checker board design in clear and opaque lucite at each
Category

Vintage 1970s American Dining Room Tables

Materials

Lucite

Midcentury Lucite Dining Table
Midcentury Lucite Dining Table
H 28.5 in W 41 in D 20 in
Dining Table In Cerused Oak By Charles Dudouyt
Located in Doylestown, PA
A cerused oak expandable dining table, circa 1940, French, by designer Charles Dudouyt. The
Category

Vintage 1940s French Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Brutalist Pedestal Parquet Walnut Dining Table by Lane
By Lane Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Brutalist-style walnut table was manufactured by Lane in the 1960s and features two crotch
Category

Vintage 1960s American Brutalist Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

Expandable Dining Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful George Nelson dining table for Herman Miller in solid wood and with two pop up leaves
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Pearwood

Modern Burl Parquetry Dining Table by Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft
By Mastercraft, Bernhard Rohne
Located in Houston, TX
dining table. Tabletop has a slight boat shape and features checkered burl parquetry. Leaves have
Category

Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Tables

Materials

Copper

Extra-Large Vintage Italian Rococo Walnut Draw-Leaf Dining Table
Located in Chicago, IL
Exquisite large hand-carved Italian walnut draw-leaf dining tables like this one are few and far
Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Dining Room Tables

English 1860s Mahogany Round Top Dining Room Table with Drawers and Marquetry
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English mahogany dining room table from the mid-19th century, with circular top, checkered
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

Exotic Patchwork Wood Dining Table by Paul Evans for Directional ca 1970
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Los Angeles, CA
triangular chrome legs. Two 15" leaves expand this table's length to create a large dining, banquet, or
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood

Romeo Rega, Burl Walnut Wood, Black Laminated Wood and Brass Dining Table 1970s
By Romeo Rega
Located in Firenze, IT
This gorgeous Italian Romeo Rega vintage 1970s rectangular dining room table is made of burl walnut
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

Checkered goatskin waterfall console table
Located in New York, NY
Checkered goatskin waterfall console table. View our complete collection at
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Vintage 1960s French Console Tables

Materials

Goatskin

Checkered goatskin waterfall console table
Checkered goatskin waterfall console table
H 31.5 in W 58.5 in D 21.5 in
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Checkered Dining Table For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the checkered dining table you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each checkered dining table for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and fabric. There are 30 variations of the antique or vintage checkered dining table you’re looking for, while we also have 8 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect checkered dining table — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each checkered dining table bearing mid-century modern, modern or Art Deco hallmarks is very popular. A well-made checkered dining table has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Berber Tribes of Morocco, Roberto Giulio Rida and Milo Baughman are consistently popular.

How Much is a Checkered Dining Table?

Prices for a checkered dining table can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $341 and can go as high as $55,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,600.
Questions About Checkered Dining Table
  • 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Dining room tables with butterfly leaves look like they have wings when they’re being opened, which is why they’re called butterflies. A butterfly leaf affords you more space at your dining table for additional house guests. Owing to geared slides, butterfly leaf tables should open easily.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A draw-leaf dining table means that the table’s leaves are stored under the main tabletop. The top of the table is lifted slightly on its frame and the leaves pulled out on each end. Relatedly, a drop-leaf table is a table with a fixed center section, but on either side of that, there are hinged leaves that can be raised or lowered according to your specific needs. The purpose of a drop-leaf table is to save space when the table is not in use. Drop-leaf tables can also be used as nightstands, side tables, coffee tables, and desks. Find a collection of antique and vintage draw-leaf dining tables on 1stDibs today.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    The best width for a dining table may vary upon your needs. Typically, the width of a dining table may range from approximately 36 to 40 inches, and you want to make sure you allow for approximately three feet of walking space around the table in your dining room so that guests can move freely. Shop a wide range of vintage and antique dining tables on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The best wood for a dining table is a matter of preference. Oakwood is widely used due to its durability and open grain structure. It can withstand surface scratches and can be easily sanded and refinished. Find a range of antique and vintage dining tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The chabudai, or the short Japanese dining table makes the most of limited space by serving many functions in a Japanese home. They often feature collapsible legs so they can be stored. Diners sit on pillows on the floor, rather than chairs, again freeing up more space by not having bulky chairs. Shop a collection of Japanese furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Dining room tables are typically 30 inches high.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Dining room chairs and dining tables do not necessarily have to match. 

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    No, a buffet usually shouldn't be longer than a dining table. Most experts recommend that you choose a buffet that is the same length or slightly shorter than your dining table. Keeping the two pieces in proportion with each other creates balance within a space.

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  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    Yes, a round dining table is practical. Typically, shapes of dining tables that don't have corners save the most space. Working with a tighter space may mean that a round or oval dining room table, a design that references the festive meals of the medieval era, may be a better fit. Round dining room tables, particularly those that originated in the Art Deco period, still endure as a popular contemporary substitute for traditional rectangular dining tables. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of dining tables from some of the world's top sellers.