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Pair Italian Torcheres With Carved Putti and Rock Bases
Pair Italian Torcheres With Carved Putti and Rock Bases

Pair Italian Torcheres With Carved Putti and Rock Bases

Located in Seattle, WA

Pair Carved, Gilt, and Painted Italian torchere stands with putti balancing a round dish standing on a carved and painted rock outcropping.

Category

Antique 19th Century Pedestals

Materials

Wood, Paint

Bespoke, Pair of Sand-Cast Brass Polished Bases by P. Tendercool
Bespoke, Pair of Sand-Cast Brass Polished Bases by P. Tendercool

Bespoke, Pair of Sand-Cast Brass Polished Bases by P. Tendercool

By Pieter Compernol & Stephanie Grusenmeyer

Located in Bangkok, TH

complements our Golden Sand bases. When he saw the table, he fell in love. And the two of them lived

Category

2010s Thai Minimalist Console Tables

Materials

Bronze

Fine Pair of Mahogany Tea Tables
Fine Pair of Mahogany Tea Tables

Fine Pair of Mahogany Tea Tables

Located in London, GB

create a dining table. The backs of the bases are fully finished and have rounded corners to match the

Category

Antique 19th Century British Card Tables and Tea Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Aluminum ram head dining table bases
Aluminum ram head dining table bases

Aluminum ram head dining table bases

Located in New York, NY

Aluminum ram head dining table bases.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Dining Room Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Heavy Ibex Dining Table Bases
Heavy Ibex Dining Table Bases

Heavy Ibex Dining Table Bases

By Alain Chervet

Located in Southampton, NJ

This Gorgeous pair of solid aluminum ibex, or ram, head dining table bases have just been

Category

Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Tables

Materials

Metal

Pair Of Sculptural Brutal Torch Cut Dining Table Bases
Pair Of Sculptural Brutal Torch Cut Dining Table Bases

Pair Of Sculptural Brutal Torch Cut Dining Table Bases

By Daniel Gluck

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Pair of sculptural brutal torch cut dining table bases.

Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Dining Room Tables

Pair of Dark Copper Tones Ibex Dining Table Bases
Pair of Dark Copper Tones Ibex Dining Table Bases

Pair of Dark Copper Tones Ibex Dining Table Bases

Located in Palm Springs, CA

dining table bases. A oval glass top would look amazing. Dimensions: 27.25” high, 35” wide, 26” deep

Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Aluminum, Copper

Sleek Pair of Chrome Pedestal Modern Minimalist Dining Table Bases
Sleek Pair of Chrome Pedestal Modern Minimalist Dining Table Bases

Sleek Pair of Chrome Pedestal Modern Minimalist Dining Table Bases

By Karl Springer, Mastercraft

Located in Houston, TX

Excellent pair of Karl Springer dining table bases. Bases are wrapped in shiny chrome. Perfect

Category

Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Tables

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Brass Pedestal Dining Tables bases attributed to Mastercraft
Pair of Brass Pedestal Dining Tables bases attributed to Mastercraft

Pair of Brass Pedestal Dining Tables bases attributed to Mastercraft

By Mastercraft

Located in Redding, CT

Pair of Brass Pedestal Dining Tables bases attributed to Mastercraft . These Trilobi style Polished

Category

Vintage 1970s Hollywood Regency Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

Vibrant Paul Evans Studio Made Dining Table Bases, Signed "PE 69"
Vibrant Paul Evans Studio Made Dining Table Bases, Signed "PE 69"

Vibrant Paul Evans Studio Made Dining Table Bases, Signed "PE 69"

By Paul Evans

Located in New York, NY

Vibrant Paul Evans studio torch welded cut dining table bases, signed "PE 69." We offer free

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Cut Steel

Hollywood Regency Ibex Rams Head Dining Table Bases Alain Chervet
Hollywood Regency Ibex Rams Head Dining Table Bases Alain Chervet

Hollywood Regency Ibex Rams Head Dining Table Bases Alain Chervet

By Alain Chervet

Located in Wichita, KS

Iconic and stunning, this pair of metal Ibex Ram head dining table bases in the style of Chervet

Category

Mid-20th Century French Hollywood Regency Dining Room Tables

Materials

Metal

Pair of Vintage Ibex Dining Table Bases in Rare Verdi-Gris
Pair of Vintage Ibex Dining Table Bases in Rare Verdi-Gris

Pair of Vintage Ibex Dining Table Bases in Rare Verdi-Gris

Located in New York, NY

Spectacular pair of Ibex head dining table bases. The detailing on the heads is wonderful but the

Category

Vintage 1970s Dining Room Tables

Materials

Metal

MCM Chrome Steel Double Star Pedestal Dining Table Bases Florence Knoll Style
MCM Chrome Steel Double Star Pedestal Dining Table Bases Florence Knoll Style

MCM Chrome Steel Double Star Pedestal Dining Table Bases Florence Knoll Style

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Mid Century Modern Chrome Plated Steel Double Star Pedestal Dining Table Bases in the Florence

Category

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

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Ram Head Dining Table Bases
Ram Head Dining Table Bases

Ram Head Dining Table Bases

Located in North Miami, FL

A monumental pair of ram head table bases. Beautifully patina to brass. These are probably the best

Category

Vintage 1970s American Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

Pair of Brass Ibex Ram Head Dining Table Bases in the Style of Alain Chervet
Pair of Brass Ibex Ram Head Dining Table Bases in the Style of Alain Chervet

Pair of Brass Ibex Ram Head Dining Table Bases in the Style of Alain Chervet

By Alain Chervet

Located in Redding, CT

Pair of solid brass ibex Ram head dining table bases in the style of Alain Chervet. Intricately

Category

Vintage 1970s Hollywood Regency Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

Sculptured Steel Dining Table Bases Paul Evans Directional
Sculptured Steel Dining Table Bases Paul Evans Directional

Sculptured Steel Dining Table Bases Paul Evans Directional

By Paul Evans

Located in Atlanta, GA

Model PE-24 dining table belongs to the sculptured steel series, which Paul Evans designed and

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Bronze, Steel

Ibex Dining Table Bases in Polished Bronze after Chervet
Ibex Dining Table Bases in Polished Bronze after Chervet

Ibex Dining Table Bases in Polished Bronze after Chervet

Located in North Miami, FL

An exquisite pair of sculpted bronze table bases each in the form of a ibex heads with intricate

Category

Vintage 1970s Colombian Dining Room Tables

Pair Heavy Weighted Brass Rams / Ibex Dining Table Bases
Pair Heavy Weighted Brass Rams / Ibex Dining Table Bases

Pair Heavy Weighted Brass Rams / Ibex Dining Table Bases

Located in Dallas, TX

Heavy Weighted Brass Rams / Ibex Dining Table. Brass has an aged patina and refinishing is

Category

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

Alessandro Albrizzi Dining Table Bases in Lucite, Brass, and Chrome
Alessandro Albrizzi Dining Table Bases in Lucite, Brass, and Chrome

Alessandro Albrizzi Dining Table Bases in Lucite, Brass, and Chrome

By Alessandro Albrizzi

Located in Highland, IN

This pair of impressive tables bases by Alessandro Albrizzi have thick Lucite upright supports with

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Dining Room Tables

Materials

Steel

Midcentury Pair of Brass Triangulate Dining Table Bases by Mastercraft
Midcentury Pair of Brass Triangulate Dining Table Bases by Mastercraft

Midcentury Pair of Brass Triangulate Dining Table Bases by Mastercraft

By Mastercraft

Located in Astoria, NY

A vintage pair of brass triangulate dining table pedestal bases by Mastercraft. Sold without glass

Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

Vintage Lucite and Brass Italian Neoclassic 2 Piece Dining Table Bases
Vintage Lucite and Brass Italian Neoclassic 2 Piece Dining Table Bases

Vintage Lucite and Brass Italian Neoclassic 2 Piece Dining Table Bases

Located in Lake Worth, FL

. Vintage Lucite and Brass Italian Neoclassic 2 Piece Dining Table Base They can hold a lot of weight and

Category

Vintage 1970s Neoclassical Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

Vintage Pair Grotto Wood Carved Scalloped Clam Seashell Shell Dining Table Bases
Vintage Pair Grotto Wood Carved Scalloped Clam Seashell Shell Dining Table Bases

Vintage Pair Grotto Wood Carved Scalloped Clam Seashell Shell Dining Table Bases

By Serge Roche

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Lovely pair of vintage Palm Beach grotto carved wood dining table or console table bases. Scalloped

Category

Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood

Pair of Hollywood Regency Vervet Style Solid Brass Ibex Head Dining Table Bases
Pair of Hollywood Regency Vervet Style Solid Brass Ibex Head Dining Table Bases

Pair of Hollywood Regency Vervet Style Solid Brass Ibex Head Dining Table Bases

By Alain Chervet, Leon Francois Chervet

Located in Houston, TX

Gorgeous pair of modern heavy brass Ibex ram head table bases in the style of Alain Chervet. Made

Category

Vintage 1970s Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

Vintage Pair Plaster Seashell Scallop Shell Dining Table Bases Console Lacquered
Vintage Pair Plaster Seashell Scallop Shell Dining Table Bases Console Lacquered

Vintage Pair Plaster Seashell Scallop Shell Dining Table Bases Console Lacquered

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Lovely pair of vintage plaster seashell scalloped shell dining table, console table, or desk bases

Category

Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Console Tables

Materials

Plaster, Lacquer

Ibex or Ram Head Dining Bases
Ibex or Ram Head Dining Bases

Ibex or Ram Head Dining Bases

By Leon Francois Chervet

Located in Southampton, NJ

Incredible pair of sought after dining table bases. These bases are sturdy, strong and in gorgeous

Category

Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Tables

Materials

Metal

Two Bucranes Table Bases by Alain Chervet, France, 1970
Two Bucranes Table Bases by Alain Chervet, France, 1970

Two Bucranes Table Bases by Alain Chervet, France, 1970

By Alain Chervet

Located in Paris, FR

Two 1970s beautiful dining table bases representing two bucranes by Alain Chervet, France. In solid

Category

Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency Dining Room Tables

Materials

Bronze

Rams Ibex Head Dining Table
Rams Ibex Head Dining Table

Rams Ibex Head Dining Table

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A pair of large Ibex heads with curling horns as the base for a glass top dining table. Bases are a

Category

20th Century American Dining Room Tables

Materials

Metal

Polished Aluminum & Glass Dining Table
Polished Aluminum & Glass Dining Table

Polished Aluminum & Glass Dining Table

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Sculptural polished aluminum dining table bases circa early 1970's. There are 3 bases in total and

Category

Vintage 1970s American Dining Room Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Mastercraft Brass 'Trilobi' Triangular Dining Table or Desk Bases, circa 1970
Mastercraft Brass 'Trilobi' Triangular Dining Table or Desk Bases, circa 1970

Mastercraft Brass 'Trilobi' Triangular Dining Table or Desk Bases, circa 1970

By Mastercraft

Located in Los Angeles, CA

' Mastercraft dining table bases, which also work excellent for a desk or work table, feature a hefty triangular

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

Dining Table by Valenti, Barcelona, Spain, circa 1970-1980
Dining Table by Valenti, Barcelona, Spain, circa 1970-1980

Dining Table by Valenti, Barcelona, Spain, circa 1970-1980

By Valenti

Located in Paris, FR

Two dining table bases in gilded bronze and resin in imitation of tusks linked together by a rope

Category

Vintage 1970s Dining Room Tables

Materials

Bronze

Mastercraft Brass 'Trilobi' Triangular Dining Table or Desk Bases, circa 1970
Mastercraft Brass 'Trilobi' Triangular Dining Table or Desk Bases, circa 1970

Mastercraft Brass 'Trilobi' Triangular Dining Table or Desk Bases, circa 1970

By Mastercraft

Located in Los Angeles, CA

' Mastercraft dining table bases, which also work excellent for a desk, feature a hefty triangular design with

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

Pair of Ram’s Head Ibex Vintage Gazelle Dining Table or Desk Base Brass Gold
Pair of Ram’s Head Ibex Vintage Gazelle Dining Table or Desk Base Brass Gold

Pair of Ram’s Head Ibex Vintage Gazelle Dining Table or Desk Base Brass Gold

By Leon Francois Chervet

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Lovely pair of double base vintage ram’s head dining table bases. Glass top not included. In the

Category

20th Century French Hollywood Regency Dining Room Tables

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Metal

Vintage Pair of Jeffrey Bigelow Lucite Dining Base, Bronze Brass
Vintage Pair of Jeffrey Bigelow Lucite Dining Base, Bronze Brass

Vintage Pair of Jeffrey Bigelow Lucite Dining Base, Bronze Brass

By Jeffrey Bigelow

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage pair of Jeffrey Bigelow Lucite dining table bases with brass, bronze base. Lucite has been

Category

Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

Hollywood Regency Brass Ibex Rams Head Dining Table Attributed to Alain Chervet
Hollywood Regency Brass Ibex Rams Head Dining Table Attributed to Alain Chervet

Hollywood Regency Brass Ibex Rams Head Dining Table Attributed to Alain Chervet

By Alain Chervet

Located in Culver City, CA

dining table bases are functional works of art. The heads feature a fabulous patina with intricate detail

Category

Vintage 1970s Hollywood Regency Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

Vintage Coastal Chinese Chippendale Rattan Dining Table Pedestals - Set of 2
Vintage Coastal Chinese Chippendale Rattan Dining Table Pedestals - Set of 2

Vintage Coastal Chinese Chippendale Rattan Dining Table Pedestals - Set of 2

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

, is handwoven in natural rattan, adding texture and breezy sophistication. Perfect as dining table

Category

Late 20th Century Philippine Chinese Chippendale Pedestals

Materials

Rattan

Cityscape console dining Table by Paul Evans
Cityscape console dining Table by Paul Evans

Cityscape console dining Table by Paul Evans

By Paul Evans

Located in Atlanta, GA

dining table bases as well for the desirable size. Signed original Paul Evans.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Console Tables

Materials

Chrome, Brass

Custom Quatrefoil Dining Table Base in Polished Brass by Refine Limited
Custom Quatrefoil Dining Table Base in Polished Brass by Refine Limited

Custom Quatrefoil Dining Table Base in Polished Brass by Refine Limited

By Mastercraft, Karl Springer

Located in New York, NY

nightstands, floating consoles, and several configurations of dining table bases. Please allow 4-6 weeks for

Category

Early 2000s American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass, Metal, Bronze

European Oak Dining Table from France, with 19th Century Bases
European Oak Dining Table from France, with 19th Century Bases

European Oak Dining Table from France, with 19th Century Bases

Located in Dallas, TX

This beautiful French dining table has old, stylized lyre shaped bases with volute feet and a

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Dining Room Tables

Pair of Stacked Lucite Bases dining table
Pair of Stacked Lucite Bases dining table

Pair of Stacked Lucite Bases dining table

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Stacked Lucite Bases for a dining table or a console table (any size glass top included)

Category

Vintage 1970s American Dining Room Tables

Materials

Lucite

Modern Walnut Dining Table with Geometric Bases
Modern Walnut Dining Table with Geometric Bases

Modern Walnut Dining Table with Geometric Bases

Located in North York, ON

Modern walnut dining table with geometric bases. Featuring rich satin walnut finish with

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Walnut

Dining Table with Etched Curved Glass Bases
Dining Table with Etched Curved Glass Bases

Dining Table with Etched Curved Glass Bases

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Dining table with curved glass bases with etched criss cross design and beveled glass top, American

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Art Glass

Bookmatched Walnut Dining Table With Fluted Bases
Bookmatched Walnut Dining Table With Fluted Bases

Bookmatched Walnut Dining Table With Fluted Bases

Located in New York, NY

ebonized pedestal bases. Table also comes with two additional (identical) panels that serve

Category

20th Century Dining Room Tables

Dining Table with Steel Ram Head Bases
Dining Table with Steel Ram Head Bases

Dining Table with Steel Ram Head Bases

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Dining table with base consisting of two ram heads in steel and glass top, American 1970's

Category

Vintage 1970s American Dining Room Tables

Vintage Italian Travertine Dining Table with Sculptural Bases
Vintage Italian Travertine Dining Table with Sculptural Bases

Vintage Italian Travertine Dining Table with Sculptural Bases

By Maurice Villency

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Vintage Italian Travertine dining table with Sculptural Bases C.1980 by Maurice Villency for

Category

Vintage 1980s Dining Room Tables

Materials

Travertine

Gray-White Marble Dining Table with Triangle Bases
Gray-White Marble Dining Table with Triangle Bases

Gray-White Marble Dining Table with Triangle Bases

Located in Chicago, IL

A large marble dining table consisting of a rectangular top and two triangular bases that can be

Category

Vintage 1980s French Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Marble

Dining Table with Mixed Metal Bases by Paul Evans
Dining Table with Mixed Metal Bases by Paul Evans

Dining Table with Mixed Metal Bases by Paul Evans

By Paul Evans

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Dining table with 2 leaves in book-matched olive wood burl with mixed metal pedestal bases designed

Category

Vintage 1970s American Dining Room Tables

Stunning Mid-Century Modern Dining Table With Tripod Bases
Stunning Mid-Century Modern Dining Table With Tripod Bases

Stunning Mid-Century Modern Dining Table With Tripod Bases

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful over-sized dining or conference table with amazing architectural lines and with the

Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Sculptural Dining Table with Thick Lucite Bases by Jeffrey Bigelow
Sculptural Dining Table with Thick Lucite Bases by Jeffrey Bigelow

Sculptural Dining Table with Thick Lucite Bases by Jeffrey Bigelow

By Jeffrey Bigelow

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Dining table with thick sculptural lucite bases and glass top by Jeffrey Bigelow, American 1978

Category

Vintage 1970s American Dining Room Tables

Dining Table with Welded Metal Bases by Paul Evans (signed)
Dining Table with Welded Metal Bases by Paul Evans (signed)

Dining Table with Welded Metal Bases by Paul Evans (signed)

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Dining table with welded and lacquered metal bases and thick glass top designed by Paul Evans

Category

Vintage 1970s American Dining Room Tables

Dining Table in Teak with Mahogany Bases by Harvey Probber
Dining Table in Teak with Mahogany Bases by Harvey Probber

Dining Table in Teak with Mahogany Bases by Harvey Probber

By Harvey Probber

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Dining table No. 1180T with 2 leaves, bow shaped top in book-matched teak and wedge bases in dark

Category

Vintage 1960s American Dining Room Tables

Dining Table in Teak with Mahogany Bases by Harvey Probber
Dining Table in Teak with Mahogany Bases by Harvey Probber

Dining Table in Teak with Mahogany Bases by Harvey Probber

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Dining table No. 1180T with 2 leaves, bow shaped top in book-matched teak and wedge bases in dark

Category

Vintage 1960s American Dining Room Tables

Vintage Pair of Lucite Dining Table or Desk Bases Geometric
Vintage Pair of Lucite Dining Table or Desk Bases Geometric

Vintage Pair of Lucite Dining Table or Desk Bases Geometric

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Lovely pair of vintage radiator geometric style Lucite dining table or desk bases. I have two pairs

Category

Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Tables

Materials

Lucite

Pair of Very Large Painted Metal Trestle Bases for Dining Table
Pair of Very Large Painted Metal Trestle Bases for Dining Table

Pair of Very Large Painted Metal Trestle Bases for Dining Table

Located in Pound Ridge, NY

French painted red metal trestle bases perfect for a large and wide dining table, or pair of tables

Category

Vintage 1950s French Dining Room Tables

Materials

Metal

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Dining Table Bases For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of dining table bases is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct dining table bases — often made from metal, wood and brass — can elevate any home. Find 150 antique and vintage dining table bases at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 37 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. There are all kinds of dining table bases available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Dining table bases are generally popular furniture pieces, but Modern, Mid-Century Modern and Hollywood Regency styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Some dining table bases are too large for some spaces — a variety of smaller dining table bases, measuring 5 inches across, are available at 1stDibs. Dining table bases have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Gianluigi Landoni, Mastercraft and Paul Evans are consistently popular.

How Much are Dining Table Bases?

Dining table bases can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $6,633, while the lowest priced sells for $275 and the highest can go for as much as $38,000.

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 Dining Table Bases
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A table base should be roughly two-thirds of the size of the tabletop. So a top with a 60-inch diameter should be paired with a 40-inch base.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    The height of a dining table varies from piece to piece. However, standard dining tables are usually 28 to 30 inches tall. Counter-height tables are taller at 34 to 36 inches, and bar-height tables are the highest at 40 to 42 inches high. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of dining tables from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Dining tables come in a huge variety of styles and are often chosen according to individual preference. The best dining tables are ones that are sturdy, well-made and able to withstand wear and tear. You should also consider your space limitations as well as budget. Find a versatile collection of antique and vintage dining tables on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The narrowest a dining table can be is 36 inches. This leaves 18 inches of space for each of the guests on the opposite side of the table, as well as room in the center for serving dishes or platters. Find a collection of antique and vintage dining tables on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    No, a dining table isn't always necessary. People who eat only a few meals at home may not need a dining table, and some people prefer to eat at kitchen counters using counter-height stools. Or, they may choose to sit on the floor in front of a coffee table or to take their meals at a desk or on a TV tray or end table. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of dining tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    How wide a dining table should be largely depends on its shape. Most rectangular and oval dining tables are 36 to 40 inches wide. Round table widths or diameters vary and will determine how many people can sit comfortably at one time. Generally, a round table 36 to 44 inches in width is ideal for up to four people, while ones that are 44 to 54 inches in diameter can accommodate four to six. Tables between 54 and 59 inches in width are suitable for six to eight people. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of dining tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    How high a dining table should be varies. If you already have your dining chairs, look for a table that is 10 to 12 inches taller than the seat height to provide ample legroom. The standard height for dining tables is around 30 inches. However, you can opt for taller pieces, such as 34- to 36-inch counter-height tables or 40- to 42-inch bar-height tables. Shop a large selection of dining tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    How thick a dining table should be varies. Many tables feature tops that are between 0.75 and 1 inch in thickness. However, some tables may have tops that are up to 2 inches thick. Typically, tables with thicker tops will have a more rustic appearance. Shop a large selection of dining tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An MCM dining table is a table that reflects the mid-century modern style. Typically these tables are functional and have clean minimalist lines. MCM furniture is made with a variety of materials and colors, but wood is the most common. Find a selection of mid-century modern tables and furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A dining table with leaf is a dining table that has its middle part as solid and remains in place, but the two sides of the table drop down on a hinge, so they hang at the side. This is where the name 'drop leaf' comes from. Many homeowners have decided to go with leaf tables as they offer a lot of flexibility to their homes. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of dining table options as well as a range of vintage and antique drop-leaf tables.
  • 1stDibs 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 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 ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    The best width for a dining table may vary upon your needs. Typically, the width of a dining table may range from approximately 36 to 40 inches, and you want to make sure you allow for approximately three feet of walking space around the table in your dining room so that guests can move freely. Shop a wide range of vintage and antique dining tables on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 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 ExpertApril 5, 2024
    No, a buffet usually shouldn't be longer than a dining table. Most experts recommend that you choose a buffet that is the same length or slightly shorter than your dining table. Keeping the two pieces in proportion with each other creates balance within a space.

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  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The chabudai, or the short Japanese dining table makes the most of limited space by serving many functions in a Japanese home. They often feature collapsible legs so they can be stored. Diners sit on pillows on the floor, rather than chairs, again freeing up more space by not having bulky chairs. Shop a collection of Japanese furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Dining room tables with butterfly leaves look like they have wings when they’re being opened, which is why they’re called butterflies. A butterfly leaf affords you more space at your dining table for additional house guests. Owing to geared slides, butterfly leaf tables should open easily.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The best wood for a dining table is a matter of preference. Oakwood is widely used due to its durability and open grain structure. It can withstand surface scratches and can be easily sanded and refinished. Find a range of antique and vintage dining tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Dining room tables are typically 30 inches high.

  • 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 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.