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Mid-Century Modern Console-Commode in Stained Mahogany, Glass and Brass - Italy
Located in Girona, Girona
Splendid console-commode with six "grissinis" drawers, stained mahogany and mahogany decoration
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Materials
Brass
H 37.01 in W 66.15 in D 17.72 in
Pair of Paul Frankl Ebonised Two-Drawer Commodes/Consoles
By Paul Frankl
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of Paul Frankl Mid-Century Ebonised Two-Drawer Commodes/Consoles
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Console Tables
Materials
Wood
Russian Neoclassical Style Console/Server or Commode with Marble Top
By Maison Jansen
Located in Manhasset, NY
Russian neoclassical style console with inverted sides and marble top. This fine Maison Jansen
Category
Late 20th Century Louis XVI Console Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Italian Gilt Wood Wall or Console Mirror, Pier, Commode Mirror
Located in Manhasset, NY
Italian gilt wood wall or console mirror. Pier, commode mirror
Having an oval carved wood frame
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Pier Mirrors and Console Mir...
Materials
Mirror, Giltwood
Pair of Adams Style Giltwood Wall Mirrors, Console or Commode Mirrors
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pair of Adams style giltwood wall mirrors, console or commode mirrors
Each mirror having an
Category
Vintage 1960s Adam Style Pier Mirrors and Console Mirrors
Materials
Giltwood
French Louis XV Style Marble Top Marquetry Commode
Located in Winter Park, FL
An early 20th century French Louis XV style bronze mounted marble top marquetry commode, finely
Category
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Console Tables
Materials
Marble, Bronze
19th Century Empire Commode, Nightstand or Sewing Table
Located in Berlin, DE
French Empire. Solid mahogany wood. Gilded and chiselled fittings. Two-wise frame base with protruding rectangular marble slab on square columns, joined by an intermediate compartmen...
Category
Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Console Tables
Materials
Marble, Bronze
19th C. Louis XVI Style Marble Top Commode Servante
Located in Hixson, TN
19th C. Louis XVI style marble top commode Servante with Kingwood and Tulipwood Banding, Olive Wood
Category
Antique 1850s French Louis XVI Console Tables
Materials
Kingwood, Oak, Tulipwood
Murano Beige, Grey Tinted Glass Commode, Chest of 2 Drawers
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
perfectly clean . This console could be easily used for storage in a living room, a bedroom, in an office or
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Console Tables
Materials
Brass
Versatile Art Deco Console or Commode with Drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Versatile Art Deco console or commode with drawers.
Made of African burl walnut and African
Category
Vintage 1930s Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany, Walnut
French Louis XVI Marble Top Inlaid Demilune Walnut and Fruitwood Commode Console
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Elegant French Louis XVI demilune marble top commode or console is a remarkable work of art: it
Category
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
H 32.5 in W 33 in D 15.5 in
20th Century Commode/Console after Jean Henri Riesener, gold
By Jean-Henri Riesener
Located in Berlin, DE
20th Century Commode/Console after Jean Henri Riesener, gold
Commode after the original model from
Category
20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Paint Decorated Continental Demilune Italian Commodes Consoles
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
neoclassical commodes. They are very unique in design and feature a polychrome painted set of designs including
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Neoclassical Revival Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
18th Century Louis XVI Marquetry Demilune Commode or Console
Located in Winter Park, FL
A late 18th century French Louis XVI style marquetry demilune commode made of mahogany with inlaid
Category
Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Bronze
2 Maitland Smith Neoclassical Demilune Chiffonier Cabinet Commode Console Tables
By Maitland Smith
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of two Maitland Smith Poise Chiffonier sideboard cabinets, console tables or commodes
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Hardwood
H 32 in W 21 in D 40 in
Italian Set, Consisting of a Mirror and a Console
By Eugenia Alberti Reggio and Rinaldo Scaioli
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This Italian set, consisting of a mirror and a console, dates from the 1950s and was designed by
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Brass
Mid Century Two-Drawer Mahogany Commode Console By Paul Frankl, c1940s
By Paul Frankl
Located in Chino Hills, CA
stunning Mahogany and Nickel 2-Drawer Console Table, expertly designed by the celebrated designer Paul
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Nickel
Vintage Regency 3 Drawer Dresser Hollywood Regency Mid Century Commode Console
By Treasure House
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Elevate your home with the Vintage Regency 3 Drawer Dresser, a piece that exudes classic elegance and sophistication. Great quality wood piece Crafted by Treasure House of Colonial M...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 33.25 in W 36 in D 18 in
Pair of Minimalist Nightstands Consoles Commodes 2 by Atelier Bachmann Walnut
By Atelier Bachmann, Andreas Bachmann
Located in Berlin, DE
A beautiful pair of nightstands designed by Yuzo Nakamura-Bachmann, handcrafted in Germany.
These nightstands are made out of solid American Walnut and brass handles. Finished with ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 19.69 in W 19.69 in D 15.75 in
Pair of Minimalist Nightstands Consoles Commodes 2 by Atelier Bachmann, 2019
By Atelier Bachmann, Andreas Bachmann
Located in Berlin, DE
A beautiful pair of nightstands designed by Yuzo Bachmann for Atelier Bachmann, handcrafted in Germany, 2019.
These nightstands are made out of blue valchromat and brass handles. Fin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Plywood
H 19.69 in W 19.69 in D 15.75 in
Pair of Minimalist Nightstands Consoles Commodes 2 by Atelier Bachmann, 2019
By Andreas Bachmann, Atelier Bachmann, Fritz Grospietsch
Located in Berlin, DE
A beautiful pair of nightstands designed by Yuzo Bachmann for Atelier Bachmann, handcrafted in Germany, 2019.
These nightstands are made out of plywood and brass handles. Finished w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Plywood
H 19.69 in W 19.69 in D 15.75 in
Contemporary Rattan and Glass Console, Italy
Located in Brussels, BE
Contemporary Rattan and Glass Console, Italy
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rattan, Glass
1980s, Spanish Console with Brass Doors and Mirrors
Located in Marbella, ES
1980s Spanish console with brass doors and mirrors.
Category
Late 20th Century Spanish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Console by Magdalena Tekieli
Located in Geneve, CH
Console Cm 170 by Magdalena Tekieli
Dimensions: L 170 x D 46 x H 86 cm
Materials: brass, metal
Category
2010s Polish Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Brass
Georgian Crossbanded Walnut Console
Located in Charleston, SC
19th Century Georgian crossbanded walnut kneehole console. Rich color burl top with herringbone
Category
Antique 19th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
English Adam Maple Wall Console
Located in Queens, NY
English Adam-style (19th Century) maple wall mounted bracket commode/console with walnut inlaid
Category
Antique 19th Century English Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Maple, Walnut, Glass
Console mirror and chest of drawers, walnut wood veneered, gilded bronze, Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Ancient console complete with mirror and chest of drawers, built in precious veneered walnut wood
Category
Antique 19th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
H 86.23 in W 50.4 in D 21.66 in
1750s Louis Seize XVI Golden Console Table with Marble and original Mirror
Located in Ulm, DE
Console Table with Mirror
detailed ornaments
wood, gold leaf
marble
original mirror with blind
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Gold Leaf
H 96.46 in W 50.79 in D 20.48 in
American Mahogany Marble Top and Gilt Stenciled Ormolu Console, NY, Circa 1815
Located in Charleston, SC
American mahogany marble top console with gilt stenciling skirt, flanking ormolu mounted mahogany
Category
Antique 1810s American American Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
H 36.25 in W 42 in D 18.75 in
Modern Contemporary Black Console Sideboard
By Renats Kotlevs
Located in Riga, LV
Elegant and fabulous, the sideboard is a stylish addition to the room. The black piano finish cabinet has a deeply luxurious appearance. With storage compartments behind two doors, t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Copper
Ribbon Wall Mounted Console and Mirror, Gray Wood, Bronze Hardware by Debra Folz
By Debra Folz
Located in Pawtucket, RI
An interest in the translation of textile languages and soft surfaces through furniture forms has led to the development of a unique hardware and storage collection. Inspired by ribb...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
H 53 in W 22 in D 12 in
1970s Gony Nava Four-Door Gilt Brass and Mirror Console with Eight Drawers
Located in Marbella, ES
1970s four-door and eight-drawer gilt brass and mirror studded console by renowned artisan Gony
Category
Late 20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 33.47 in W 86.62 in D 15.95 in
Wooden Console with Smoked Glass
Located in Munich, DE
Redesigned with Smoked Glass Top
Category
Vintage 1950s Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Midcentury Italian Oak and White Lacquered Chest of Drawers Console Table, 1950s
Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW
Unique 1950s Italian two-drawer oak chest with brass handles, white lacquered case and two white lacquered legs.
The chest has been refurbished (the case is new) and can be attache...
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 28 in W 48 in D 14 in
Exquisite Hand-Carved Indian Wood Console
Located in Delray Beach, FL
wooden console, crafted by skilled artisans in India, is a true work of art. The rich, white finish is
Category
Vintage 1950s Indian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Cosima 8 Console / Storage Unit in Cream Shagreen and Brass by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines.
The Cosima 8 console
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Commodes and Chests of...
Materials
Brass
H 36.23 in W 14.57 in D 34.06 in
Cosima 7 Console / Storage Unit in Cream Shagreen and Brass by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines.
The Cosima 7 console
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Commodes and Chests of...
Materials
Brass
H 37.41 in W 14.18 in D 33.86 in
Cosima 7 Console / Storage Unit in Cream Shagreen and Brass by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines.
The Cosima 7 console
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Commodes and Chests of...
Materials
Brass
H 37.41 in W 14.18 in D 33.86 in
Custom Floating 3 Drawer Oak Console
By Venfield
Located in New York, NY
Made to order, custom wall mounted, oak console with three drawers and antique brass hardware
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Large French Oak Haberdashery Drawers / Cabinet / Console
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1940
Large French Oak Haberdashery Drawers / Cabinet / Console
sku 1382E
Price is each x 5
Category
20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Large French Oak Haberdashery Drawers / Cabinet / Console
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1940
Large French Oak Haberdashery Drawers / Cabinet / Console
sku 1382D
Price is each x 5
Category
20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Large French Oak Haberdashery Drawers / Cabinet / Console
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1940
Large French Oak Haberdashery Drawers / Cabinet / Console
Price is each x 5 available
Category
20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Console Half Cabinet
Located in Darmstadt, DE
This beautiful piece of furniture is a console half cabinet from the Biedermeier period. The semi
Category
Antique 19th Century German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut, Spruce
Gio Ponti Console Chest with Mirror
By Gio Ponti
Located in Hanover, MA
BG GALLERIES SUMMER SALE
Gio Ponti long cabinet of six drawers standing on four integrated legs and topped silvered reverse painted glass and surmounted by a large rectangular mirro...
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Ash, Glass
Palatial Russian Neoclassical Style Demilune Console Cabinet
By Maison Jansen
Located in Manhasset, NY
Palatial Russian neoclassical style demilune console cabinet. A spectacular monumental cabinet in
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
'Guardian' Limited Edition Console from Egli Design
By Egle Mieliauskiene
Located in London, GB
'Guardian'
Indefinable shapes creating a strong figure standing at the forefront. A controversial combination of shock and a sense of safety. The guardian of the gates to the shelter.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Lithuanian Modern Commodes and Chests of D...
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Hallway Console by Axel Larsson for Bodafors
By Axel Larsson, SMF Svenska Möbelfabriken Bodafors
Located in Karlstad, SE
Beautiful hallway console by Axel Larsson for Bodafors, Sweden.
This console offers one locker and
Category
20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch
Console Made In Mahogany With Inlaid Wood From 1880s
Located in Lejre, DK
Mahogany console with inlaid walnut wood and round legs from around the 1880s.
Dimensions in cm: H
Category
Antique 1880s Danish Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Walnut Console with Three Drawers by Jordi Vilanova, Spain
By Jordi Vilanova i Bosch
Located in Barcelona, ES
Low console designed by Jordi Vilanova in 1960's, Spain. Walnut wood with three drawers. Design
Category
Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Hollywood Regency Style Wrought Iron Slate Top Console Table
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a gorgeous and very elegant console table made in Italy during the 1950-60s era. The table
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Slate, Wrought Iron
Half-Moon Console Louis XVI Style, Late 19th
Located in LES LILAS, FR
Louis XVI style furniture. Fluted legs, gilded brass galleries and marble top. Half-moon shape. Opening on three drawers (two keys) Mirror in the center.
The marble is a little dir...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century European Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
CONSOLE WITH MIRROR IN LOUIS XV STYLE Early 20th century
By Europa
Located in Madrid, ES
CONSOLE WITH MIRROR IN LOUIS XV STYLE Early 20th century.
in carved walnut wood, resting on four
Category
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
1980s Spanish 3-Drawer Wood Veneer Chest Console Table
Located in Marbella, ES
1980s Spanish 3-drawer wood veneer chest console table.
Category
Late 20th Century Spanish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Ribbon Wall Mounted Console, Ivory Wood, Bronze Hardware by Debra Folz
By Debra Folz
Located in Pawtucket, RI
listing is for the console only, no mirror-please contact us to include the mirror
This item is sometimes
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
Paint Decorated Continental Italian Foyer Cabinet Console Table Buffet
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
For customers that require professional insured delivery we are proud to have teamed up with a nationwide professional delivery company that will assist with coordinating your delive...
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Davis Cabinet Co Cerused Oak Chinoiserie Chest Dresser Nightstand Console Stand
By Davis Cabinet Company
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Davis Cabinet Company low chest of drawers / dresser / nightstand / TV console. Made of
Category
Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
H 22.5 in W 34 in D 16 in
18th Century Adams Painted Decorated Demilune Two Tier Console Table
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a Measures 35.5 tall x 54 wide x 22.5 deep. The table is period, has age cracks commensurate with the elements of time, humidity and time. No major paint losses only the mino...
Category
Antique 1790s English Adam Style Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Thomasville Fine Shallow Low Profile 5 Drawer 34" High Chest Dresser Console
By Thomasville
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Thomasville Fine Shallow Low Profile 5 Drawer 34" Campaign High Chest Dresser Console MINT
Category
20th Century American Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Eros Console by Angelo Mangiarotti for Skipper, White Marble, 1980s
By Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in Brussels, BE
Midcentury Eros Console by Angelo Mangiarotti for Skipper, white marble, 1980s.
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
H 28.35 in W 70.08 in D 17.72 in
Ribbon Wall Mounted Console, Gray Ash Wood, Bronze Hardware by Debra Folz
By Debra Folz
Located in Pawtucket, RI
with a gray stain and satin bronze ribbon handles.
This listing is for the console only, no mirror.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
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Consoles And Commodes For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of consoles and commodes is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique consoles and commodes was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and hardwood. There are 125 antique and vintage consoles and commodes for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 16 modern editions to choose from as well. Consoles and commodes have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Consoles and commodes made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — are very popular at 1stDibs. Debra Folz, Kai Kristiansen and Andreas Bachmann each produced beautiful consoles and commodes that are worth considering.
How Much are Consoles And Commodes?
Consoles and commodes can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $4,250, while the lowest priced sells for $750 and the highest can go for as much as $28,000.
Questions About Consoles And Commodes
- What is a commode?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 10, 2024Commode is the French term for a low chest of drawers, but it is also sometimes used to denote any case piece with a particularly intricate design. The commode dates to circa 1700 France, where it was used as an alternative to a taller cabinet piece so as to not obscure paneled, mirrored or tapestried walls. The term was also used to refer to a piece of bedroom furniture — a washstand or nightstand that contained a chamber pot.
Coffers, or chests, which were large wooden boxes with hinged lids and sometimes stood on ball feet, preceded chests of drawers, a fashionable cabinet furnishing that garnered acclaim for its obvious storage potential and versatility.
French commodes in the Louis XV style were sometimes crafted in mahogany or walnut, while an Italian marble top added a sophisticated decorative flourish. This specific type of case piece grew in popularity in the years that followed.
Find antique and vintage commodes on 1stDibs. - What is a bombe commode?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A bombe commode is a type of two- or three-drawer chest once used to hold personal items like clothing, documents and jewelry. Its name comes from the French word "bombe" and references the curvy shape of both the chest's body and legs. You'll find a variety of bombe commodes on 1stDibs.
- What is a console sink?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A console sink is a cross between a wall-mounted sink and a pedestal sink. Both the sink and the countertop are mounted to the wall and supported by two or four legs.
- What is a media console for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A media console is used for holding the components of a home entertainment system. Some have spaces for a television or have low-profile designs that make them ideal for placing below a wall-mounted TV. Most feature shelving for cable and satellite boxes, DVD and Blu-Ray players and gaming consoles. You can also find pieces with storage space for DVDs, Blu-Rays, games and other items. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of media consoles.
- What is a console desk?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024A console desk is a high, narrow table called a console table that can double as a desk. It is often used by people who work from home in a communal space, such as a hallway or a living room, as a workspace. Some console tables feature built-in storage, like drawers or shelves. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of console tables.
- What is a television console?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A television console in our current era likely refers to an entertainment center — what is often a wooden cabinet that houses your television and other media-related technology. The contemporary entertainment center owes to the television consoles of yore — initially, a television console was a type of CRT television (cathode ray tube) that increasingly became obsolete beginning in the 1980s. Shop a range of modern and vintage television consoles on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023In a living room, a console is a type of table. 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. Some also feature shelves for display and storage space or cabinet doors and drawers for hiding clutter. Shop a selection of console tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024The difference between a credenza and a console is design. A credenza is an elongated low cabinet usually containing shelves concealed by cabinet doors. Some also have open shelving and drawers. On the other hand, a console is a tall, long and narrow table. Consoles may provide storage space in the form of open shelves or drawers, but some are simple tables with no storage features beyond their tops. Shop a selection of console tables and credenzas on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Console 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 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Console 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The difference between a console and a credenza is that one is a table, while the other is a cabinet. Console tables are narrow, tall tables often placed in entryways, hallways and living rooms against a wall or behind a sofa. They may feature drawers or open shelving for storing items. On the other hand, a credenza is a long, low cabinet used to store supplies in offices, entertainment center components in living rooms and other items elsewhere in a home. Most credenzas feature cabinets concealed behind doors. Find a wide range of consoles and credenzas on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024Why 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024The 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023In 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Because 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.
- 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.
Find vintage table lamps for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024The 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The 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.