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Communal Dining Table

Late 17th-Early 18th Century English Oak Refectory Table
Located in Dallas, TX
support the apron of the table, these sorts of tables were used as communal dining tables, together with
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Antique Early 18th Century English Baroque Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Communal Pub Height & Restaurant Dining Table
Located in Oakville, CT
Swing out seat restaurant bar / pub height table. Made from wood, cast iron and steel. Featuring
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2010s American Industrial Dining Room Sets

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Steel, Iron

Communal Pub Height & Restaurant Dining Table
Communal Pub Height & Restaurant Dining Table
$8,995 / item
H 42 in W 96 in D 36 in
Eight Seat Communal Steel Top Dining Table with Cast Iron Attached Swing Seats
By Get Back, Inc.
Located in Oakville, CT
Industrial cast iron and wood swing out suspended seat / stool dining table with steel top. Can
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Ta...

Materials

Metal, Steel, Iron

Brutalist Saddle Chair in Stained Beech with Patina, France, 1950s, 24 Available
Located in Almelo, NL
individually and can be grouped according to your project needs—whether for a long communal dining table
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Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Beech

Restaurant Dining Table with Attached Swing Out Seats
By Get Back, Inc.
Located in Oakville, CT
Restaurant / Cafeteria / Conference / Communal Industrial style dining table. Built with cast iron
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2010s American Industrial Dining Room Tables

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Metal, Iron

Restaurant Dining Table with Attached Swing Out Seats
Restaurant Dining Table with Attached Swing Out Seats
$16,000 / item
H 30 in W 192 in D 30.5 in
Plane Bench by Temper Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
is designed with communal dining and our Plane Table in mind, while also working perfectly at the
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2010s British Post-Modern Benches

Materials

Wood

Plane Bench by Temper Studio
Plane Bench by Temper Studio
$8,482 / item
H 17.72 in W 70.87 in D 15.75 in

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Maple Hardwood Farmhouse Communal Table
By SHIMNA
Located in Brooklyn, NY
and timeless communal tables work well for residences as well as the hospitality industry. Because
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2010s American American Craftsman Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Maple

Vintage Industrial Base Communal Table
Located in Norwalk, CT
Counter height industrial base with reclaimed wood top.
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Mid-20th Century American Industrial Dining Room Tables

Materials

Steel

Shimna Hardwood Black Walnut Communal Farmhouse Table
By SHIMNA
Located in Brooklyn, NY
some truly beautiful, sturdy and timeless communal tables for residences as well as the hospitality
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2010s American Organic Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Walnut

Clark Dining Table with Walnut Top and Walnut Legs
By Matt Gagnon
Located in Los Angeles, CA
office or a communal work/dining table at home.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood

Clark Dining Table with Oak Top and Blue Lacquer Legs
By Matt Gagnon
Located in Los Angeles, CA
office or a communal work/dining table at home.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood

Early Italian Walnut Table
Located in Houston, TX
of this type originally served as communal dining tables in medieval monasteries before becoming
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Antique Early 18th Century Italian Baroque Dining Room Tables

Materials

Iron

Early Italian Walnut Table
Early Italian Walnut Table
H 32.5 in W 78.25 in D 34.25 in
French 19th Century Oak Dining Table from Nunnery in Rouen
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This absolutely stunning long table was originally used as a communal dining table at a nunnery in
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Antique 19th Century French Dining Room Tables

Monumental Argentinian Algarrobo Wood Trestle Table and Ten Chairs
By Larry Pearson, Ricardo Paz, Arte Etnico
Located in Los Angeles, CA
dining or conference room. Other prominent uses would be at a restaurant or hotel as a communal dining
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1990s Argentine Rustic Dining Room Sets

Materials

Cane, Wood

Børge Mogensen, "Øresund" Dining Table in Teak & Brass, Mid Century Modern, 1959
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Odense, DK
inviting and communal dining space. The table is adorned with brass fittings, adding a touch of
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

c.1880 Rustic French Solid White Oak Work Table/Island
Located in Chicago, IL
serve double duty not only as a kitchen work and prep station, but also as a communal dining or drinking
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Antique 19th Century French Industrial and Work Tables

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Wonderful Art Deco Glass and Silvered Bronze Light Fixture Signed Degas
Located in Roslyn, NY
Art Deco glass and silvered bronze fixture signed Degas. Frosted glass is beautifully embossed flowers and leaves. There are four interior lights.
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20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Danish Modern Bookcase Shelving System "Cubex" by Poul Cadovius, Pinewood, 1960s
By Poul Cadovius
Located in Odense, DK
Scandinavian Modern Pinewood Bookcase Shelving System by Poul Cadovius. Made in the 1960s by "CADO", Denmark. Made in Pitch Pine and assembled with black plastic brackets. The shelv...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Pine

Antique Globe Wernicke Arts & Crafts Oak Six Stack Barrister Bookcase C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
***Reduced In-House Delivery Rates - Click on “Ask Seller” to Request a Quote*** Antique Globe Wernicke Mission Arts & Crafts Oak Six Stack Barrister Bookcase C1920. Measures - ...
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20th Century Arts and Crafts Bookcases

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Oak

Warren Platner Walnut and Leather Floating Case Sofa for Lehigh Leopold, c. 1970
By Lehigh Leopold, Warren Platner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exceptionally rare and highly sought-after collectors piece (with celebrity provenance) is a Warren Platner Executive Leather Case Sofa designed for Lehigh Leopold in circa 1970...
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Sofas

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Chrome

Pillow Cover Made from an Antique Caucasian Karabakh Rug Fragment
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert. Linen in the back. Zipper closure. Dry clean is recommended. Item above is made from an antique rug therefore not in brand new condition.
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Antique Late 19th Century Tribal Pillows and Throws

Materials

Wool

Pace Collection Lounge Chair by Richard Hersberger
By Richard Hersberger, Pace Collection
Located in Brooklyn, NY
For your consideration is this leather and steel lounge chair designed by Richard Hersberger for Pace Collection, dating from the 1970s. It features a cantilevered stainless steel fr...
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pace Collection Lounge Chair by Richard Hersberger
Pace Collection Lounge Chair by Richard Hersberger
$1,824 Sale Price
20% Off
H 36 in W 29 in D 34 in
Eight Antique Country French Ladder Back Maple Farm Dining Chairs W/ Rush Seats
Located in Astoria, NY
A rustic set of eight late 19th-century Country French Provincial ladder-back farm chairs, sourced from Provence, France. Hand-carved from solid maple, the chairs feature elegant lad...
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Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Rush, Maple

Pair of Murano Blush Glass Ball Lamps
Located in Dallas, TX
Great pair of modern Murano blush glass vase and ball form lamps. circa 2000. These are wired and ready to go.
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Early 2000s Table Lamps

Materials

Blown Glass

Pair of Murano Blush Glass Ball Lamps
Pair of Murano Blush Glass Ball Lamps
$4,600 / set
H 22 in Dm 6 in
Minimalist Brazilian Shelf System 'Carlos' by Samuel Lamas
By Samuel Lamas
Located in Brasilia, DF
Carlos Shelf by Samuel Lamas, 2022 The Carlos Shelf by Samuel Lamas is a testament to the architectural finesse and modernist ethos of Brazilian design. This shelf unit, composed of...
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2010s Brazilian Minimalist Bookcases

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Steel

Minimalist Brazilian Shelf System  'Carlos' by Samuel Lamas
Minimalist Brazilian Shelf System  'Carlos' by Samuel Lamas
$2,260 / item
H 32.68 in W 61.03 in D 14.18 in
Serge Castella Chandelier, circa 2000, France
By Serge Castella Interiors
Located in Girona, Spain
Large "Spring" chandelier by Serge Castella Custom-made Signed and numbered Metal and plaster France, circa 2000 Excellent condition. Serge Castella Interiors focuses on Antiques, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

"Marchand" Scalloped Oak Nighstand by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
The Marchand nightstand features elegantly scalloped edge detailing and textural door fronts, creating a standout design for any bedroom. Designed for convenience, it includes a pull...
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2010s Vietnamese Sideboards

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Oak

Pierre Chapo L01 “Godot” Daybed, 1959
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Pierre Chapo L01 “Godot” Daybed, wood and velvet, France, 1959 Designed in 1959 by Pierre Chapo, the L01 “Godot” daybed exemplifies the French designer’s distinctive fusion of ratio...
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Daybeds

Materials

Velvet, Wood

Pierre Chapo L01 “Godot” Daybed, 1959
Pierre Chapo L01 “Godot” Daybed, 1959
$19,600
H 11.42 in W 77.17 in D 29.53 in
French Art Deco Style Patinated Metal Animal Sculpture
Located in Antwerp, BE
French Art Deco style patinated metal deer sculpture on onyx base. Measures: Width 48 cm. height 25 cm.      
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Animal Sculptures

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Onyx, Marble, Metal, Brass

Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Sideboard, 1960s
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Mid-Century Modern Low Rosewood sideboard, 1960s Beautiful Danish Modern low sideboard in minimalistic style attributed to Danish designer Arne Vodder for Sibast. Front with...
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

Materials

Rosewood

Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Sideboard, 1960s
Danish Mid-Century Modern Rosewood Sideboard, 1960s
$6,988
H 34.06 in W 78.75 in D 17.33 in
Italian Bamboo and Brass Gabriella Crespi Inspired Pair of Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Monumental size Bamboo lamps. Crafted in Italy and made to order, these lamps are modern and chic. Production lead time 2-4 weeks. Base diameter 8 inches, hat diameter 20 inches, he...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Set of Eight Late 19th Century Framed Herbarium Specimens
Located in Chicago, IL
This charming collection of eight framed herbarium specimens offers a rare glimpse into late 19th-century Kansas flora. Collected in 1894 by John Flickinger, a student at Emporia Hig...
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Antique 1890s American Country Decorative Art

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Natural Fiber

Set of Eight Late 19th Century Framed Herbarium Specimens
Set of Eight Late 19th Century Framed Herbarium Specimens
$6,800 / set
H 15.75 in W 13 in D 1.5 in
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Communal Dining Table For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the communal dining table you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and iron, every communal dining table was constructed with great care. There are 6 variations of the antique or vintage communal dining table you’re looking for, while we also have 15 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the communal dining table you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A communal dining table is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in industrial, modern and neoclassical styles are sought with frequency. A well-made communal dining table has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Asa Pingree, Get Back, Inc. and Ma Yansong are consistently popular.

How Much is a Communal Dining Table?

A communal dining table can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $7,400, while the lowest priced sells for $450 and the highest can go for as much as $175,000.

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 Communal 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 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 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 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 ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    The chairs at a dining table are generally just called dining chairs. Chairs without arms that go along the sides of a table are side chairs. Typically positioned at the ends of tables, dining chairs framed by arms are armchairs. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of antique, vintage and contemporary dining chairs.
  • 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 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 ExpertMay 3, 2024
    How long a bench for a dining table should be depends on the length of the table. Generally, a dining bench should be equal in length, or 1 or 2 inches shorter, than the length of the side of the dining table where you intend to place it. For example, if your rectangular dining table is 60 inches long, benches that are 58 to 60 inches long would work well. Shop a wide range of dining room furniture 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.
  • 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    Whether extendable dining tables are worth it is a matter of personal opinion. The selling point of an extendable dining table is that it allows you to increase the length of your table when you're hosting guests for meals and conserve space on days when you're not. If you frequently entertain and the size of your dining room makes having a large table impractical, an extendable table may be an ideal solution. On 1stDibs, find a collection of extendable dining tables.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Dining room tables are typically 30 inches high.

  • 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.