What is a console table used for?

Console tables serve a variety of functions. They can be used as buffets, storage units and display tables. Because they vary in size, you can use them for just about anything.

Why is it called a console table?

Why it is called a console table comes down to the history of this type of furnishing. The very first consoles produced in France during the 16th and 17th centuries were not freestanding. Instead, owners anchored them to walls. This anchoring method strengthened the console top, allowing it to support heavy loads. The name “console” comes from the French word "consolide," which means to reinforce or strengthen. It was likely chosen because of the anchoring system that lends strength to and reinforces consoles. Shop a diverse assortment of console tables on 1stDibs.

What is the difference between a buffet table and a console table?

The difference between a buffet table and a console table comes down to size and storage features. Console tables are usually less deep than buffet tables, so they take up less space behind sofas and along walls. In addition, consoles are less likely to have cabinets and drawers than buffet tables, which are designed to store dinnerware and serveware in dining rooms. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of buffets and console tables.

What is the difference between a coffee table and a console table?

The difference between a coffee table and a console table is in the design. A coffee table is a low table that comes in many shapes, such as surfaces that are rectangles, squares, ovals or circles. Console tables are taller and usually have elongated shapes, such as ovals, rectangles or semicircles. Placement is another differentiator between the two types of tables. Coffee tables usually go in front of sofas and loveseats, while console tables may be placed behind a sofa or loveseat or along a wall. Find a large collection of coffee tables and console tables on 1stDibs.

What is the difference between a sideboard and a console table?

The difference between a sideboard and a console table comes down to usage and storage features. Sideboards are usually found in dining rooms and have shelving concealed behind cabinet doors for storing dinnerware, glassware and serveware. Normally positioned in entryways, hallways and living rooms, console tables may have no storage features or include drawers, open shelves or cabinet doors, depending on their design. Find a large selection of console tables and sideboards on 1stDibs.

What is the difference between a console and a sofa table?

The main difference between a console and a sofa table is that a console can be placed anywhere in the home (against a wall in a hallway or under a television in the living room) and a sofa table is limited to being behind a sofa.

Should a console table be taller than a couch?

A console table should not be taller than a couch . Much like a sofa table, a console table is placed against the back of a sofa and should be the same height as the sofa.

How wide should a console table be in an entryway?

In an entryway, a console table should typically be around 10 to 16 inches wide. Tables of this width should still allow plenty of clearance so people can easily walk by the table. You may see manufacturers refer to the width of consoles as depth. On 1stDibs, shop a range of console tables.

Can you use a console table as a desk?

Because of their variety of sizes and range in function, console tables can easily work as a desk. Given their size and ease of mobility, a console table can be used in almost any sort of room.

How tall should a lamp be on a console table?

A lamp for a console table should be between 25 and 32 inches tall. The table lamp ’s shade shouldn’t exceed half the width of the console table.You’ll find that when it comes to arranging wall art , a decorator might suggest that the space on the wall above a console table is a great place for a large painting or a wall sculpture . In that case, you may wish to use a taller lamp for the table. If your table is smaller in scale or if you have a small mirror hanging on the wall above the console, you may wish to opt for a shorter lamp.Find vintage table lamps for sale on 1stDibs.

What is the height of a dining table?

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.

What is the best dining table?

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.

What is the narrowest A dining table can be?

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.

Is a dining table necessary?

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.

How wide should a dining table be?

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.

How high should a dining table be?

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.

How thick should a dining table be?

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.

What is an MCM dining table?

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.

What is a dining table with leaf?

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.

Console Dining Tables

Antique Consoles

Pub Or Tavern Tables

Polished Stainless Steel Consoles

Midcentury Walnut Flip Top Console

Irish Wake Or Hunt Tables

Solid Wood Console

Mid Century Modern Teak Console

Human Hand

18th Century Italian Fruitwood Console or Centre Table

$3,824

18th Century Italian Fruitwood Console or Centre Table

Located in London, GB

An elegant 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Fruitwood console or centre table. Of Neoclassical design, raised on four tapering, fluted legs with crisply carved reeded terminals. Th...

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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Console Tables

Materials

Fruitwood

Rattan Console Table With Three Shelves – Molto Editions

$2,872 / item

Rattan Console Table With Three Shelves – Molto Editions

Located in Roma, RM

Rattan Console Table With Three Shelves – Molto Editions Production: Edizioni Molto Collectibles. Handcrafted in Italy. Product Details Featuring three shelves, including one glass s...

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2010s Italian Console Tables

Materials

Bamboo

Console table with mirror in the Louis XV style.

$1,713Sale Price|50% Off

Console table with mirror in the Louis XV style.

Located in Porto, PT

Console table with mirror in the Louis XV style. From the 20th century, made of carved walnut wood; supported by four legs decorated with female figures and floral motifs. Marble top...

Category

20th Century Unknown Louis XV Console Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique Empire Pedestal Console Table, Wood, France, 1820-1829

$7,995

Antique Empire Pedestal Console Table, Wood, France, 1820-1829

Located in High Point, NC

Tables of this form were built to anchor a room while offering practical, everyday function.

Category

Antique 1820s French Console Tables

Materials

Wood

Console Table in Gilded Wood and Green Marble.

$10,373 / item

Console Table in Gilded Wood and Green Marble.

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Console table in gilded wood and green marble, contemporary work. Console table in the 18th century Italian style in gilded wood and green marble, contemporary work. Dimensions : ...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Console Tables

Materials

Marble

Grosfeld House Shell Console Table, Plaster & Wood, Hollywood Regency

$4,400

Grosfeld House Shell Console Table, Plaster & Wood, Hollywood Regency

By Grosfeld House

Located in Bradenton, FL

Grosfeld House Shell-Form Console Table. Grosfeld House was an important New York furniture maker and retailer whose work spanned the 1930s through the 1970s. It was known for its Ho...

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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Console Tables

Materials

Plaster, Wood

Modern Nancy Corzine Silver Gilt Metal Delmonaco Console Table

$6,750

Modern Nancy Corzine Silver Gilt Metal Delmonaco Console Table

By Nancy Corzine

Located in LOS ANGELES, CA

Modern Nancy Corzine Silver Gilt Metal Delmonaco Console Table.

Category

1990s American Modern Console Tables

Materials

Metal

Monumental Teak Wood & Ulin Console Table, Modern Organic

$14,000

Monumental Teak Wood & Ulin Console Table, Modern Organic

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

This sculptural console table is a striking interplay of material, history, and craftsmanship. The tabletop is carved from a single, solid block of reclaimed teak, once part of the i...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Console Tables

Materials

Teak

Smooth White Bronze Console Table – Hollywood Regency Cabriole Leg Hall Table

$8,000 / item

Smooth White Bronze Console Table – Hollywood Regency Cabriole Leg Hall Table

By Paul Mathieu (French)

Located in New York, NY

The Louise Console Table in Smooth White Bronze is 60 inches wide, 18 deep, and 30.5 tall, entirely in Smooth White Bronze metal from the tips of the four cabriole legs to the geomet...

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Hollywood Regency Console Tables

Materials

Silver, Sheet Metal

Desalto Element Console Table by Tokujin Yoshioka

$2,655 / item

Desalto Element Console Table by Tokujin Yoshioka

By Tokujin Yoshioka, Desalto

Located in New York, NY

Element is a symbol of purity and poetry, the essence of the visionary designer Tokujin Yoshioka's style. The heart of the Element project lies in the single central support for th...

Category

2010s Italian Console Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Minton-Spidell Las Palmas Collection Villanova Console Table

$4,550

Minton-Spidell Las Palmas Collection Villanova Console Table

By Minton-Spidell

Located in Germantown, MD

The Villanova Console Table from the Las Palmas Collection by Minton-Spidell is a Spanish Baroque-style console table featuring a partial gilt, ebonized, and cherry finish. The tabl...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Baroque Revival Console Tables

Materials

Cherry, Ebony, Giltwood

19th Century Chinese Yellow Lacquered Altar Table Console

$3,950

19th Century Chinese Yellow Lacquered Altar Table Console

Located in Round Top, TX

19th-century Chinese altar or console table crafted in elmwood, retaining its original yellow lacquered finish. The table features four drawers, each hand painted with floral scenes ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Console Tables

Materials

Elm, Lacquer, Paint

Andrianna Shamaris Teak Wood Log Console Table

$12,900 / item

Andrianna Shamaris Teak Wood Log Console Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

Reclaimed bleached teak log console with an added light white wash finish revealing the beautiful grain in this hundred year old teak wood. The two top logs at 6" x 6" rest on a mini...

Category

2010s Indonesian Organic Modern Console Tables

Materials

Wood, Teak

Pair Antique Charles X Inlaid Mahogany Marble Console Tables

$6,795 / set

Pair Antique Charles X Inlaid Mahogany Marble Console Tables

Located in Perkasie, PA

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

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Antique 1820s English Charles X Console Tables

Materials

Marble

Art Deco walnut console table, Poland, mid-20th century.

$2,268

Art Deco walnut console table, Poland, mid-20th century.

Located in Chorzów, PL

Art Deco console table, Poland, mid-20th century. Excellent condition; professionally restored. Wood: walnut. Dimensions: H 94 cm, W 90 cm, D 39 cm. An exceptional Art Deco conso...

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Mid-20th Century Polish Art Deco Console Tables

Materials

Walnut

Antique Dutch Marquetry Satinwood Inlaid Console Table

$7,000

Antique Dutch Marquetry Satinwood Inlaid Console Table

Located in New Orleans, LA

This is an amazing table with exceptional marquetry and inlay. It's fantastic in the way it was made.

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Antique Early 19th Century Dutch Console Tables

Materials

Satinwood

Piano Polished Bronze Console Table by Palena Studio

$36,362 / item

Piano Polished Bronze Console Table by Palena Studio

Located in Geneve, CH

Piano Polished Bronze Console Table by Palena Studio Dimensions: W 182.88 x D 45.72 x H 86.36 cm Materials: Polished Bronze, Black Lacquer Available in custom dimensions and materia...

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2010s Turkish Post-Modern Console Tables

Materials

Bronze, Other

Memphis Milano "Schwarzenberg" Wooden Console table by Hans Hollein

$18,161 / item

Memphis Milano "Schwarzenberg" Wooden Console table by Hans Hollein

By Hans Hollein, Memphis Milano

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

The Concept & Inspiration Designed by Hans Hollein in 1981 for Memphis Milano, the "Schwarzenberg" console astounds with its highly unusual shape. Featuring extraordinarily light pro...

Category

2010s Italian Console Tables

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Mid-Century Modern Black Console Table with Drawer

$1,550

Mid-Century Modern Black Console Table with Drawer

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A mid-century modern console table wrapped in sleek black vinyl for a bold, streamlined look. The piece includes a convenient drawer for storage and features clean, minimalist lines ...

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Plastic

Pair of 19th Century French Empire Style Console Tables

$4,671 / set

Pair of 19th Century French Empire Style Console Tables

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

A striking pair of 19th Century French Empire style console tables. Each featuring a beautifully patinated steel frame with classical cast bust mounts and finely detailed paw feet. ...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Console Tables

Materials

Slate, Steel

Swedish Painted Console Table with Drawer, circa 1880

$2,250

Swedish Painted Console Table with Drawer, circa 1880

Located in Atlanta, GA

A beautifully painted Swedish console table dating from around 1880, showcasing the delicate charm and balance of late 19th-century Scandinavian design. Standing on slender tapered l...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Console Tables

Materials

Wood

Italian Waterfall Console Table In Custom Eggshell Linen

$3,500

Italian Waterfall Console Table In Custom Eggshell Linen

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Exceptional and fine Italian Waterfall Console Table with Linen surface us tomb painted in a custom Creme tone paint with a softly polished Eggshell finish. The Table with excellent ...

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Linen, Wood, Paint

Elegant Pair of Narrow Console Tables with Granite Table Top - Customizable

$6,830 / set

Elegant Pair of Narrow Console Tables with Granite Table Top - Customizable

By &New

Located in Leicester, GB

An elegant pair of steel & stone top console tables. The Giraffe console table is a modern statement piece. The powder-coated steel console table looks stunning behind the sofa ...

Category

2010s British Modern Console Tables

Materials

Granite, Steel

Karl Springer Style Black Mid Century Console Table

$5,760

Karl Springer Style Black Mid Century Console Table

By Karl Springer

Located in Locust Valley, NY

A bold statement piece, this Karl Springer style double JMF black console table is a mid-century modern gem. Sought after by top interior designers for its sculptural form and timele...

Category

Mid-20th Century Console Tables

Materials

Wood

Custom Reclaimed Elm Wood Console Table with Shelf

$2,304 / item

Custom Reclaimed Elm Wood Console Table with Shelf

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

MORI CONSOLE NATURAL FINISH Natural reclaimed elm wood console that is beautifully crafted and serves as the perfect storage solution for any space. Since this is made from vintage r...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Organic Modern Console Tables

Materials

Elm

Neoclassical Marquetry Console Table, Walnut & Maple, 20th Century

$6,400Sale Price|21% Off

Neoclassical Marquetry Console Table, Walnut & Maple, 20th Century

Located in Astoria, NY

Neoclassical Style Marquetry Walnut and Maple Console, with one drawer on four tapered legs. 29.75" H x 46.5" W x 18.75" D. Provenance: From a One Central Park West Estate.

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20th Century Neoclassical Console Tables

Materials

Maple, Walnut

Antique Empire Style Painted Marble Top Console Table

$2,250

Antique Empire Style Painted Marble Top Console Table

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

Antique Empire Style painted marble top console table, circa 1900. The paint is later. With a rectangular marble top, a frieze drawer, two columns with gilt highlights, resting on a ...

Category

Antique Early 1900s European Empire Console Tables

Materials

Marble

Console Table in Graphite Straw Marquetry, France

$8,834

Console Table in Graphite Straw Marquetry, France

By V.C.D.F

Located in Paris, FR

Very elegant, Artist's Design creation console table handmade with straw marquetry. Made in France. Beautiful Stainless steel base. And straw marquetry top tray radiating pattern in...

Category

2010s French Console Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Faux Goatskin Console Table After Karl Springer

$2,850

Vintage Faux Goatskin Console Table After Karl Springer

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This stunning Postmodern console table is a masterful homage to the legendary designs of Karl Springer. Featuring a graceful crescent-shaped top and a sculptural U-shaped pedestal ba...

Category

Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Console Tables

Materials

Lacquer

Large Mid-20th Century French Marble Top Console Table

$4,835

Large Mid-20th Century French Marble Top Console Table

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

An elegant French console table, dating from the mid-20th Century. Featuring a substantial rectangular white marble top raised on a painted steel base. The architectural base is for...

Category

20th Century French Console Tables

Materials

Marble, Steel

Pair of Swedish Painted Demi-lune Console Tables

$4,180 / set

Pair of Swedish Painted Demi-lune Console Tables

Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire

Early 19th century pair of Swedish painted pine demi-lune console tables. 1830. Code: 8946 Dimensions: W: 40.5" (102.9 cm) H: 29.5" (74.9 cm) D: 20.5" (52.1 cm)

Category

Antique 19th Century Swedish Console Tables

Materials

Pine

Mont Marquetry Console Table by Studio Karen B

$27,915 / item

Mont Marquetry Console Table by Studio Karen B

Located in Geneve, CH

Mont Marquetry Console Table by Studio Karen B Dimensions: D 40 x W 150 x H 85 cm. Materials: MDF covered with wood marquetry inlay featuring myrtle and walnut burls Karen Barmaki i...

Category

2010s French Modern Console Tables

Materials

Wood, Walnut, Medium Density Fibreboard (MDF)

1980s Douglas Fir Console Table, Craftsman-Made Design

$4,500

1980s Douglas Fir Console Table, Craftsman-Made Design

Located in Raleigh, NC

Craftsman-made console in Douglas fir displaying constructivist and postmodern design influences. Geometric construction emphasizes visible joinery and angular forms, with Douglas f...

Category

Vintage 1980s American Craftsman Console Tables

Materials

Fir

STONE VALLEY Console table – OMBRURE – Rosso Levano - Rectangular

$3,881 / item

STONE VALLEY Console table – OMBRURE – Rosso Levano - Rectangular

Located in NEUILLY-SUR-SEINE, FR

Choice of colors and materials for our Ombrure console, which will highlight your entrances and corridors. A unique creation that combines functional use. Its bright or more natural ...

Category

2010s Italian International Style Console Tables

Materials

Marble

Elegant Pair of Console Tables with Granite / Marble Table Top / Customizable

$6,830 / set

Elegant Pair of Console Tables with Granite / Marble Table Top / Customizable

By &New

Located in Leicester, GB

An elegant pair of stone top console tables. The Giraffe console table is a modern statement piece. The powder-coated steel console table looks stunning behind the sofa or in the...

Category

2010s British Modern Console Tables

Materials

Granite, Steel

Custom Art Deco Inspired Modern Walnut Console Table

$9,500 / item

Custom Art Deco Inspired Modern Walnut Console Table

By Carrocel

Located in North York, ON

Custom Art Deco inspired modern walnut console table. This Art Deco style console table is absolutely gorgeous. With a large u-shaped base and pedestal. This console is a work of art...

Category

2010s Canadian Art Deco Console Tables

Materials

Walnut

Carved Stone Mendes Console Table by Studio Orth

$14,328 / item

Carved Stone Mendes Console Table by Studio Orth

Located in Geneve, CH

Carved Stone Mendes Console Table by Studio Orth Dimensions: W 180 x D 50 x H 80 cm Materials: Avalanche marble, Travertine, Soapstone, Branco Paraná marble, All Saints marble. Abou...

Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Console Tables

Materials

Stone

Vintage Elm Wood Console Table with Patina 73"

$2,698

Vintage Elm Wood Console Table with Patina 73"

By Bloom Home Inc

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

This charming vintage elm wood console is a one-of-a-kind piece with beautiful age and patina that adds character to any space. Its patina painted elm wood finish showcases the natur...

Category

20th Century Console Tables

Materials

Elm

Vintage Brutalist Console Table in Tessellated Granite, Maitland Smith

$1,250

Vintage Brutalist Console Table in Tessellated Granite, Maitland Smith

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Brutalist style tessellated granite stone console table or pedestal in the style of Maitland Smith. Base is 28"x23"x11 Glass top is 52"x16" This can be used with or without glass top...

Category

1990s Philippine Brutalist Console Tables

Materials

Granite

Ray Agousti, three-drawer console table, style Art déco.

$9,689

Ray Agousti, three-drawer console table, style Art déco.

Located in Nice, Cote d' Azur

Ray Agousti, three-drawer console table; cream-colored frame and drawer fronts, parchment top and legs, Art Deco style, circa 1980, France. Place of origin: Philippines. Height: 80 c...

Category

Vintage 1980s Thai Modern Console Tables

Materials

Parchment

Midcentury Maitland Smith Tessellated Stone Console Table

$2,600

Midcentury Maitland Smith Tessellated Stone Console Table

By Maitland Smith

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This elegant vintage modern hall table by Maitland Smith features tessellated stone and a lovely gold colored inlay in the center. A sculpted pedestal design that looks great in any ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Travertine

Handmade Bamboo and Wicker Console Table with Handles

$1,709

Handmade Bamboo and Wicker Console Table with Handles

Located in Marbella, ES

Handmade Bamboo and Wicker Console Table with Handles

Category

2010s Spanish Console Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker

Vintage Hand Painted Floral Console/Entry Table by Habersham

$2,350

Vintage Hand Painted Floral Console/Entry Table by Habersham

By Habersham

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Its graceful silhouette and generous surface make it perfect as an entry table, sofa table, hallway console, or accent piece.

Category

Late 20th Century American American Colonial Console Tables

Materials

Wood

Paradise Console Table in Mahogany and Polished Brass

$27,927 / item

Paradise Console Table in Mahogany and Polished Brass

Located in Paris, FR

Console table Paradise features a mahogany structure with its inside finished in polished brass, exterior finished in polished stainless steel.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Console Tables

Materials

Brass

Console Table with Galvanized Steel with Bronze Finish

$9,375Sale Price|25% Off

Console Table with Galvanized Steel with Bronze Finish

Located in North Miami, FL

Console table with galvanized steel with bronze finish draped across the top to resemble fabric. It is labeled with "MADE IN ITALY" adhered along the inside of table.

Category

20th Century Italian Console Tables

Materials

Bronze, Steel

19th Century burr birch empire revival console table

$3,073

19th Century burr birch empire revival console table

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

19th Century burr birch empire revival console table circa 1880. Good quality Swedish burr birch side table, ideal for use in the hallway, but suitable for most rooms around the hom...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Empire Console Tables

Materials

Birch

Chinese Chippendale Style Cerused Bamboo / Rattan Console Table Credenza

$2,096Sale Price|25% Off

Chinese Chippendale Style Cerused Bamboo / Rattan Console Table Credenza

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is a 1970s Chinese Chippendale style cerused bamboo console table with wood top. It is in very good condition and is unmarked. From entry way to living space, this is a striking...

Category

Late 20th Century Console Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Wood

Pair of Ebonized Console Tables Early 19th Century

$13,336 / set

Pair of Ebonized Console Tables Early 19th Century

Located in Meer, VAN

Pair of Ebonized Console Tables Early 19th Century A stunning pair of early 19th century ebonized console tables in solid wood. Probably French. A very desirable find, these consol...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century European Console Tables

Materials

Wood, Oak

1990s Modern Sculptural Console Table in Chrome and Glass

$3,761

1990s Modern Sculptural Console Table in Chrome and Glass

Located in Ulm, DE

Sculptural Modern chrome and glass console table, dating from the 1990s. The striking base is composed of sweeping, interlocking circular forms in highly polished chrome, creating a...

Category

1990s European Post-Modern Console Tables

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Karl Springer Mid-Century Console Table, White Geometric Design

$3,750

Karl Springer Mid-Century Console Table, White Geometric Design

Located in Queens, NY

American Mid-Century white painted console table with a geometric shape with concave sides

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Paint

Italian Bronze and Marble Topped Console Table

$18,000

Italian Bronze and Marble Topped Console Table

Located in Long Island City, NY

An Italian bronze Thymaterion table in manner of Chivrazzi workshop. The specimen marble top raised on a square column topped with a bearded male mask surmounted by a vase above a wi...

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Console Tables

Materials

Marble, Bronze

1960s Vintage Italian Console Tables by Angelo Mangiarotti

$29,400 / set

1960s Vintage Italian Console Tables by Angelo Mangiarotti

By Angelo Mangiarotti, Skipper

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A freestanding, vintage pair of Mid-Century modern Italian consoles tables made of hand crafted Carrara marble designed by Angelo Mangiarotti for Skipper, in good condition. The tall...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Carrara Marble

Early 20th Century English Arts & Crafts Console Table / Desk

$1,024

Early 20th Century English Arts & Crafts Console Table / Desk

Located in Leicester, GB

A beautiful Arts & Crafts console or a side table / small desk / work table. The antique console table has many beautiful details such as the splayed, shaped legs with key hole desig...

Category

Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Console Tables

Materials

Beech

Maitland Smith Style Art Deco Leaves Console Table

$18,988

Maitland Smith Style Art Deco Leaves Console Table

By Maitland Smith

Located in Staten Island, NY

Maitland Smith Style Art Deco Leaves Console Table, made in Philippines

Category

Vintage 1980s Philippine Post-Modern Console Tables

Materials

Travertine

Italian Designer, Console Table, Pine, Glass, Italy, 1980s

$6,400

Italian Designer, Console Table, Pine, Glass, Italy, 1980s

Located in High Point, NC

A pine and glass console table or shelf designed and produced in Italy, c. 1980s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 27.5"H x 57.375"W x 11.75"D All items ship from High Point, North Car...

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Console Tables

Materials

Glass, Pine

19th-century Louis XV-style Wrought-iron Console Table

$3,655

19th-century Louis XV-style Wrought-iron Console Table

Located in Brussels, Brussels

A superb wrought-iron console table from the second half of the 19th century/early 20th century in the Louis XV style A console table of exceptional quality, like we rarely seen, fea...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Console Tables

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of George III Mahogany Inlaid Console Tables

$2,390

Pair of George III Mahogany Inlaid Console Tables

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

For sale is a pair of good George III mahogany inlaid console tables, having oval marquetry inlays to the centre, raised on square tapered legs, each table remains in good condition,...

Category

Antique 19th Century English Console Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage 1960s Bamboo and Wicker Console Table, Italian Design

$820

Vintage 1960s Bamboo and Wicker Console Table, Italian Design

Located in Torino, Piemonte

Semicircular console table with three shelves and a bamboo and wicker frame, Italian design, 1960s. CONDITION: In good condition; may show signs of wear due to age. DIMENSIONS: Hei...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker

Vena Patina Bronze Console Table by Palena Studio

$45,139 / item

Vena Patina Bronze Console Table by Palena Studio

Located in Geneve, CH

Vena Patina Bronze Console Table by Palena Studio Dimensions: W 190.5 x D 45.72 x H 86.36 cm Materials: Patina Bronze, American Walnut Available in custom dimensions and materials, ...

Category

2010s Turkish Post-Modern Console Tables

Materials

Bronze, Other

Art Deco Style Todd Hase "Gene" Macassar Console Table

$3,700

Art Deco Style Todd Hase "Gene" Macassar Console Table

By Todd Hase

Located in Astoria, NY

Todd Hase "Gene" Macassar Console Table, "Todd Hase / New York" label to underside. 30" H x 60" W x 18" D. Provenance: From a New York City Collection.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Console Tables

Materials

Macassar

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Console Dining Tables For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of console dining tables is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique console dining tables was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and stone. We have 21456 antique and vintage console dining tables in-stock, while there are 2314 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of console dining tables available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Console dining tables are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Art Deco styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Many console dining tables are appealing in their simplicity, but Maison Jansen, Maitland Smith and Mastercraft produced popular console dining tables that are worth a look.

How Much are Console Dining Tables?

Prices for console dining tables start at $1 and top out at $685,000 with the average selling for $4,464.

Finding the Right Console Tables for You

Few pieces of furniture are celebrated for their functionality as much as their decorative attributes in the way that console tables are. While these furnishings are not as common in today’s interiors as their coffee-table and side-table counterparts, console tables are stylish home accents and have become more prevalent over the years.

The popularity of wood console tables took shape during the 17th and 18th centuries in French and Italian culture, and were exclusively featured in the palatial homes of the upper class. The era’s outwardly sculptural examples of these small structures were paired with mirrors or matching stools and had tabletops of marble. They were most often half-moon-shaped and stood on two scrolled giltwood legs, and because they weren’t wholly supported on their two legs rather than the traditional four, their flat-backed supports were intended to hug the wall behind them and were commonly joined by an ornate stretcher. The legs were affixed or bolted to the wall with architectural brackets called console brackets — hence, the name we know them by today — which gave the impression that they were freestanding furnishings. While console tables introduced a dose of drama in the foyer of any given aristocrat — an embodiment of Rococo-style furniture — the table actually occupied minimal floor space (an attractive feature in home furniture). As demand grew and console tables made their way to other countries, they gained recognition as versatile additions to any home.

Contemporary console tables comprise many different materials and are characterized today by varying shapes and design styles. It is typical to find them made of marble, walnut or oak and metal. While modern console tables commonly feature four legs, you can still find the two-legged variety, which is ideal for nestling behind the sofa. A narrow console table is a practical option if you need to save space — having outgrown their origins as purely ornamental, today’s console tables are home to treasured decorative objects, help fill empty foyers and, outfitted with drawers or a shelf, can provide a modest amount of storage as needed.

The rich collection of antique, new and vintage console tables on 1stDibs includes everything from 19th-century gems designed in the Empire style to unique rattan pieces and more.

Questions About Console Dining Tables

What is a console table used for?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Console tables serve a variety of functions. They can be used as buffets, storage units and display tables. Because they vary in size, you can use them for just about anything.
Why are console tables so low?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
Console tables are not low. Typically, consoles are about the height of a desk but are much narrower. As a result, they work well against walls and can be used to hold lamps and decorative objects. While modern console tables commonly feature four legs, you can still find the two-legged variety, which is ideal for nestling behind the sofa. Some also feature shelves for display and storage space or cabinet doors and drawers for hiding clutter. Find vintage console tables on 1stDibs.
Why is it called a console table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
Why it is called a console table comes down to the history of this type of furnishing. The very first consoles produced in France during the 16th and 17th centuries were not freestanding. Instead, owners anchored them to walls. This anchoring method strengthened the console top, allowing it to support heavy loads. The name “console” comes from the French word "consolide," which means to reinforce or strengthen. It was likely chosen because of the anchoring system that lends strength to and reinforces consoles. Shop a diverse assortment of console tables on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between a buffet table and a console table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
The difference between a buffet table and a console table comes down to size and storage features. Console tables are usually less deep than buffet tables, so they take up less space behind sofas and along walls. In addition, consoles are less likely to have cabinets and drawers than buffet tables, which are designed to store dinnerware and serveware in dining rooms. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of buffets and console tables.
What is the difference between a coffee table and a console table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
The difference between a coffee table and a console table is in the design. A coffee table is a low table that comes in many shapes, such as surfaces that are rectangles, squares, ovals or circles. Console tables are taller and usually have elongated shapes, such as ovals, rectangles or semicircles. Placement is another differentiator between the two types of tables. Coffee tables usually go in front of sofas and loveseats, while console tables may be placed behind a sofa or loveseat or along a wall. Find a large collection of coffee tables and console tables on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between a sideboard and a console table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
The difference between a sideboard and a console table comes down to usage and storage features. Sideboards are usually found in dining rooms and have shelving concealed behind cabinet doors for storing dinnerware, glassware and serveware. Normally positioned in entryways, hallways and living rooms, console tables may have no storage features or include drawers, open shelves or cabinet doors, depending on their design. Find a large selection of console tables and sideboards on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between a console and a sofa table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
The main difference between a console and a sofa table is that a console can be placed anywhere in the home (against a wall in a hallway or under a television in the living room) and a sofa table is limited to being behind a sofa.
Should a console table be taller than a couch?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
A console table should not be taller than a couch. Much like a sofa table, a console table is placed against the back of a sofa and should be the same height as the sofa.
How wide should a console table be in an entryway?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
In an entryway, a console table should typically be around 10 to 16 inches wide. Tables of this width should still allow plenty of clearance so people can easily walk by the table. You may see manufacturers refer to the width of consoles as depth. On 1stDibs, shop a range of console tables.
Can you use a console table as a desk?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Because of their variety of sizes and range in function, console tables can easily work as a desk. Given their size and ease of mobility, a console table can be used in almost any sort of room.
How tall should a lamp be on a console table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024

A lamp for a console table should be between 25 and 32 inches tall. The table lamp’s shade shouldn’t exceed half the width of the console table.

You’ll find that when it comes to arranging wall art, a decorator might suggest that the space on the wall above a console table is a great place for a large painting or a wall sculpture. In that case, you may wish to use a taller lamp for the table. If your table is smaller in scale or if you have a small mirror hanging on the wall above the console, you may wish to opt for a shorter lamp.

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What is the height of a dining table?
1 Answer
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.
What is the best dining table?
1 Answer
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.
What is the narrowest A dining table can be?
1 Answer
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.
Is a dining table necessary?
1 Answer
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.
How wide should a dining table be?
1 Answer
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.
How high should a dining table be?
1 Answer
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.
How thick should a dining table be?
1 Answer
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.
What is an MCM dining table?
1 Answer
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.
What is a dining table with leaf?
1 Answer
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.

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