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1940s Dolphin Console
1940s Dolphin Console

1940s Dolphin Console

Located in Tarrytown, NY

1940s wood dolphin console. Top comes off for storage.

Category

Vintage 1940s Console Tables

French Bronze Dolphin Neoclassical Style Table Lamp
French Bronze Dolphin Neoclassical Style Table Lamp

French Bronze Dolphin Neoclassical Style Table Lamp

Located in Palm Springs, CA

French bronze smaller scale neoclassical style table or desk lamp. Exquisitely chased details

Category

Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Antique Painted & Gilded Dolphins Console Pier Table 19th Century
Antique Painted & Gilded Dolphins Console Pier Table 19th Century

Antique Painted & Gilded Dolphins Console Pier Table 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a beautiful Italian antique carved gilded and painted dolphin console pier table, in the

Category

Antique 1890s Italian Console Tables

Materials

Marble

English Sterling Silver Dolphin 2 Arms Table Lamp
English Sterling Silver Dolphin 2 Arms Table Lamp

English Sterling Silver Dolphin 2 Arms Table Lamp

Located in Delft, NL

An English sterling silver dolphin 2 arms table lamp An English silver dolphin 2 arms table lamp

Category

20th Century English Table Lamps

Materials

Silver

Elegant Gilt and White Lacquered Dolphin Console Table, circa 1930s
Elegant Gilt and White Lacquered Dolphin Console Table, circa 1930s

Elegant Gilt and White Lacquered Dolphin Console Table, circa 1930s

Located in Atlanta, GA

Elegant gilt and white lacquered Regency style dolphin console table, Italian, circa 1930s. This

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Regency Console Tables

Materials

Wood

Petite Dolphin Form Console Table with Pink Marble Top
Petite Dolphin Form Console Table with Pink Marble Top

Petite Dolphin Form Console Table with Pink Marble Top

Located in Locust Valley, NY

A petite dolphin form console table with a pink marble demilune shaped top.

Category

Mid-20th Century Demi-lune Tables

Materials

Marble

Vintage Gold Metal Dolphin Table Lamp with Rose Shade
Vintage Gold Metal Dolphin Table Lamp with Rose Shade

Vintage Gold Metal Dolphin Table Lamp with Rose Shade

Located in Sheffield, MA

The vintage dolphin table lamp is made of a cast metal covered in a gold wash. The single-bulb lamp

Category

Mid-20th Century American Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Bronze & Marble Console Table with Dolphins, Pelicans and Dragons
Art Deco Bronze & Marble Console Table with Dolphins, Pelicans and Dragons

Art Deco Bronze & Marble Console Table with Dolphins, Pelicans and Dragons

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Spectacular and unique, this large and substantial console table features a gorgeous, finely

Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Console Tables

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Parcel Gilt Dolphin Lamp
Parcel Gilt Dolphin Lamp

Parcel Gilt Dolphin Lamp

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Beautiful and elegantly handcarved parcel gilt dolphin lamp. Dimensions for height is from base to

Category

20th Century Unknown Rococo Table Lamps

Materials

Gold Leaf

1950s Neo-Classical Style Italian Inlaid Mahogany Gilt Dolphin Center Table
1950s Neo-Classical Style Italian Inlaid Mahogany Gilt Dolphin Center Table

1950s Neo-Classical Style Italian Inlaid Mahogany Gilt Dolphin Center Table

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is amazing! It is a neo-claddical style Italian mahogany and gilt “dolphin” center or dining

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Neoclassical Center Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Louis XIV Style Dolphin Console
Louis XIV Style Dolphin Console

Louis XIV Style Dolphin Console

By La Maison London

Located in London, Park Royal

Louis XIV style console au Dauphins, silver finish with a St Laurent black marble (with white veins).

Category

2010s British Louis XIV Console Tables

Materials

Wood

Midcentury Ceramic Classical Dolphin Lamp
Midcentury Ceramic Classical Dolphin Lamp

Midcentury Ceramic Classical Dolphin Lamp

Located in Hastings, GB

Stunning midcentury handmade ceramic classical dolphin lamp Beautifully crafted with incredible

Category

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

Materials

Ceramic

French Neoclassical Style Brass and Marble Table Lamp with Dolphins, 1950s
French Neoclassical Style Brass and Marble Table Lamp with Dolphins, 1950s

French Neoclassical Style Brass and Marble Table Lamp with Dolphins, 1950s

Located in Barntrup, DE

Adorable French table lamp from the 1950s. This beautiful table lamp features an atmospheric white

Category

Vintage 1950s French Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Brass

Lovely Pair of Tall Elegant Brass Dolphin Motif Table Lamps by Chapman
Lovely Pair of Tall Elegant Brass Dolphin Motif Table Lamps by Chapman

Lovely Pair of Tall Elegant Brass Dolphin Motif Table Lamps by Chapman

By Chapman Manufacturing Company

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Elegant tall brass table lamps having stunning triangular shaped bases with dolphins. Measures

Category

Vintage 1980s American Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

1950's Hollywood Regency Pink Murano Barovier & Toso "Fish" Dolphin Table Lamp
1950's Hollywood Regency Pink Murano Barovier & Toso "Fish" Dolphin Table Lamp

1950's Hollywood Regency Pink Murano Barovier & Toso "Fish" Dolphin Table Lamp

By Barovier&Toso

Located in Opa Locka, FL

1950's Italian Hollywood Regency Murano Barovier & Toso Art Glass Pink Dolphin/ Fish/ Sea Creature

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Art Glass

Nickel Dolphin & Trident Gueridon with Black Marble Base
Nickel Dolphin & Trident Gueridon with Black Marble Base

Nickel Dolphin & Trident Gueridon with Black Marble Base

Located in Chicago, IL

Nickel-plated brass dolphin base round table with a 12" diameter black marble base. The 1/4" thick

Category

Vintage 1930s American Gueridon

Materials

Marble

Barovier & Toso Attributed Blue Dolphin Footed Lamp
Barovier & Toso Attributed Blue Dolphin Footed Lamp

Barovier & Toso Attributed Blue Dolphin Footed Lamp

By Barovier&Toso, Murano 5

Located in Stamford, CT

Midcentury Murano single blue glass table lamp attributed to Barovier & Toso. Rare cornflower blue

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Blown Glass

Pair of Gorgeous Bronze Lamps with Dolphins
Pair of Gorgeous Bronze Lamps with Dolphins

Pair of Gorgeous Bronze Lamps with Dolphins

By Maitland Smith

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Stunning pair of bronze lamps having dolphins and faux malachite and ebonized bases. Shades not

Category

Vintage 1980s Philippine Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Painted Demilune Dolphin Consoles with Mirrored Tops
Pair of Painted Demilune Dolphin Consoles with Mirrored Tops

Pair of Painted Demilune Dolphin Consoles with Mirrored Tops

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

classical dolphins, upon a concave base ending in scrolling feet. Stock ID: D2372.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Empire Console Tables

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Whimsical Dolphin Bronze Lamp, French ca. 1900
Whimsical Dolphin Bronze Lamp, French ca. 1900

Whimsical Dolphin Bronze Lamp, French ca. 1900

Located in Petaluma, CA

dolphin like fantasy fish that appears on lamps, furniture and many other objects. The casting is very

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Pair Paul Hanson Solid Brass Dolphin Desk Lamps
Pair Paul Hanson Solid Brass Dolphin Desk Lamps

Pair Paul Hanson Solid Brass Dolphin Desk Lamps

By Paul Hansen

Located in Chicago, IL

Pair of dolphin form desk lamps in solid brass by revered lighting designer Paul Hanson. At the

Category

Vintage 1950s American Table Lamps

Pair of Lucite and Brass Dolphin Serpent Lamps
Pair of Lucite and Brass Dolphin Serpent Lamps

Pair of Lucite and Brass Dolphin Serpent Lamps

By Karl Springer

Located in New York, NY

Three column Lucite rods with dolphin/ serpent bases, on clear and frosted circular disk bases

Category

Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Vintage Hollywood Regency Tole Toleware Golden Dolphin Black Shelf, 1980s
Vintage Hollywood Regency Tole Toleware Golden Dolphin Black Shelf, 1980s

Vintage Hollywood Regency Tole Toleware Golden Dolphin Black Shelf, 1980s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Offered is an absolutely stunning, 1980s wall console table or shelf. Minor patina gives this piece

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Hollywood Regency Console Tables

Materials

Resin

Vintage Hollywood Regency Tole Toleware Golden Dolphin Black Shelf, 1980s
Vintage Hollywood Regency Tole Toleware Golden Dolphin Black Shelf, 1980s

Vintage Hollywood Regency Tole Toleware Golden Dolphin Black Shelf, 1980s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Offered is an absolutely stunning, 1980s wall console table or shelf. Minor patina gives this piece

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Hollywood Regency Console Tables

Materials

Resin

Petite French Brass Dolphin Lamp with Black Silk Shade
Petite French Brass Dolphin Lamp with Black Silk Shade

Petite French Brass Dolphin Lamp with Black Silk Shade

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A gorgeous French brass lamp, done in a dolphin motif, with black silk shade. The fish’s head is

Category

Early 20th Century French Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of 19th Century Bronze Dolphin and Swan Bouillotte Lamps
Pair of 19th Century Bronze Dolphin and Swan Bouillotte Lamps

Pair of 19th Century Bronze Dolphin and Swan Bouillotte Lamps

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Large and regal pair of late 19th century Bouillotte lamps with dolphin base and swan arms

Category

Antique 19th Century French Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze, Tôle

Carved Baroque Style Italian 19th Century Dolphin Fragments Made into Lamps
Carved Baroque Style Italian 19th Century Dolphin Fragments Made into Lamps

Carved Baroque Style Italian 19th Century Dolphin Fragments Made into Lamps

Located in Atlanta, GA

A pair of carved Baroque style giltwood dolphin fragments from the 19th century, made into lamps

Category

Antique 19th Century French Baroque Table Lamps

Materials

Lucite, Giltwood

Dolphin-Form Table Lamp by Aldo Tura
Dolphin-Form Table Lamp by Aldo Tura

Dolphin-Form Table Lamp by Aldo Tura

By Aldo Tura

Located in New York, NY

table top figure with a low light source. Paper label on underside.

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps

Dolphin Dining Table with Verdigris Patina
Dolphin Dining Table with Verdigris Patina

Dolphin Dining Table with Verdigris Patina

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Dolphin dining table with verdigris finish with heavy circular glass top.

Category

20th Century Unknown Dining Room Tables

Superb Italian Double Dolphin Pedestal Dining Table
Superb Italian Double Dolphin Pedestal Dining Table

Superb Italian Double Dolphin Pedestal Dining Table

Located in Miami, FL

Superb Double carved wood dolphin double pesdestal modular circular dining table, #faux painted top

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Dining Room Tables

Dolphin Motif Glass Dining/Conference/Center Table
Dolphin Motif Glass Dining/Conference/Center Table

Dolphin Motif Glass Dining/Conference/Center Table

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Spectacular custom carved, etched and painted glass table. The base is made of two elegantly

Category

Late 20th Century American Dining Room Tables

Materials

Glass, Paint

Carved Wood Dolphin Base Dining Table With Marble Top
Carved Wood Dolphin Base Dining Table With Marble Top

Carved Wood Dolphin Base Dining Table With Marble Top

Located in Stamford, CT

Carved wood dolphin base dining table with a marble top

Category

20th Century Italian Dining Room Tables

Materials

Marble

Monumental Brass Dolphin Table
Monumental Brass Dolphin Table

Monumental Brass Dolphin Table

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Brass dolphin table with glass top. Sculptural and attractive from all angles this table may be

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

19th Century American Solid Mahogany Dolphin Base Expansion Dining Table
19th Century American Solid Mahogany Dolphin Base Expansion Dining Table

19th Century American Solid Mahogany Dolphin Base Expansion Dining Table

Located in New Haven, CT

American solid mahogany circular split pedestal expansion dining table with five large leaves. The

Category

Antique 1890s American American Empire Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Hollywood-Regency Style Octagonal Glass Dining Table with Dolphin Base
Hollywood-Regency Style Octagonal Glass Dining Table with Dolphin Base

Hollywood-Regency Style Octagonal Glass Dining Table with Dolphin Base

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This amazing cast-bronze dining table with its three stylized dolphins with upturned tail-fins

Category

Early 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Tables

Materials

Bronze

Beautiful Italian Etched Glass Top Table with Dolphin Base
Beautiful Italian Etched Glass Top Table with Dolphin Base

Beautiful Italian Etched Glass Top Table with Dolphin Base

Located in Water Mill, NY

Beautiful Italian dining or center table. The top is reverse etched with a wrought iron base with

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Dining Room Tables

Dolphin Dining or Center Table Polished Brass and Glass
Dolphin Dining or Center Table Polished Brass and Glass

Dolphin Dining or Center Table Polished Brass and Glass

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Fabulous dolphin dining or center table with polished brass base and 60" glass top 3/4 inch thick

Category

Vintage 1970s Hollywood Regency Center Tables

Materials

Brass

Dolphin Table Lamps
Dolphin Table Lamps

Dolphin Table Lamps

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Contemporary lamp based on a vintage design of a dolphin fish. Price quoted is per lamp, three

Category

20th Century American Table Lamps

Materials

Nickel

Vintage Brass Dolphin Console Table
Vintage Brass Dolphin Console Table

Vintage Brass Dolphin Console Table

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage sculptural dolphin motif console table with beveled glass top.

Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Hollywood Regency Console Tables

18th Century Dolphin Console Table
18th Century Dolphin Console Table

18th Century Dolphin Console Table

Located in London, GB

dolphin on a carved rock work base.

Category

Antique 1750s Italian Rococo Console Tables

French Bronze Dolphin Table Lamp
French Bronze Dolphin Table Lamp

French Bronze Dolphin Table Lamp

Located in Fairfax, VA

A bronze dolphin sitting on dark Verdi green marble table lamp.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Bronze

A Georgian Giltwood Dolphin Console Table
A Georgian Giltwood Dolphin Console Table

A Georgian Giltwood Dolphin Console Table

Located in New York, NY

George II carved giltwood marble topped console table, the base modeled as a pair of entwined

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Console Tables

Materials

Marble

Carved Stone Dolphin Table Lamp
Carved Stone Dolphin Table Lamp

Carved Stone Dolphin Table Lamp

Located in Pasadena, CA

Many interesting textures with this beautifully carved stone lamp, in the shape of a dolphin. Lamp

Category

Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Stone

Murano Glass Dolphin Table Light
Murano Glass Dolphin Table Light

Murano Glass Dolphin Table Light

Located in Llandudno, Conwy

A mouth blown glass table lamp produced on the Isle of Murano, Italy. The clear glass has

Category

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

Materials

Glass

French 1930s Bronze Dolphin Table Lamp
French 1930s Bronze Dolphin Table Lamp

French 1930s Bronze Dolphin Table Lamp

Located in Fairfax, VA

Dolphin twisted around the column with elegant tripod legs table lamp fitted with black gold lined

Category

Vintage 1930s French Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Brass Asian Dolphin Candlestick Table Lamps
Brass Asian Dolphin Candlestick Table Lamps

Brass Asian Dolphin Candlestick Table Lamps

Located in Jacksonville, FL

Pair of brass candle stick style table lamps feature modern abstract forms reminiscent of Chinese

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pair of Carved Wood Italian Dolphin Table Bases
Pair of Carved Wood Italian Dolphin Table Bases

Pair of Carved Wood Italian Dolphin Table Bases

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair of two tone carved Italian dolphin table supports which may be used a console table or pair of

Category

20th Century Unknown Console Tables

C20th Impressive Large Bronze 'Dolphin' Table Lamp
C20th Impressive Large Bronze 'Dolphin' Table Lamp

C20th Impressive Large Bronze 'Dolphin' Table Lamp

Located in Moreton-in-Marsh, Gloucestershire

C20th impressive large bronze 'dolphin' table lamp; a very good quality bronze modelled as a

Category

20th Century English Regency Table Lamps

1950's French Bronze Dolphin Table Lamp
1950's French Bronze Dolphin Table Lamp

1950's French Bronze Dolphin Table Lamp

Located in Fairfax, VA

A beautiful and unique table lamp. Made in France during the 1950's, this table lamp features a

Category

Vintage 1950s French Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

French Empire Style Bronze Dolphin Table Lamp
French Empire Style Bronze Dolphin Table Lamp

French Empire Style Bronze Dolphin Table Lamp

Located in Fairfax, VA

Bronze dolphin base sitting on cut crystal base table lamp. This lamp has been rewired and fitted

Category

Vintage 1930s French Empire Table Lamps

Materials

Crystal, Bronze

Hollywood-Regency Style Rectangular Console Table, Polished-Brass Dolphins
Hollywood-Regency Style Rectangular Console Table, Polished-Brass Dolphins

Hollywood-Regency Style Rectangular Console Table, Polished-Brass Dolphins

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Brass dolphins on a wood base with a glass top console table. Glass top measures .75" high x 59" w

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Console Tables

Materials

Brass

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Dolphin Dining Table For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the dolphin dining table you’re looking for. Frequently made of metal, wood and glass, every dolphin dining table was constructed with great care. Find 125 options for an antique or vintage dolphin dining table now, or shop our selection of 4 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect dolphin dining table — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A dolphin dining table made by Hollywood Regency designers — as well as those associated with Neoclassical — is very popular. A well-made dolphin dining table has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Chapman Manufacturing Company, Aldo Tura and Baccarat are consistently popular.

How Much is a Dolphin Dining Table?

A dolphin dining table can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,200, while the lowest priced sells for $380 and the highest can go for as much as $44,500.
Questions About Dolphin Dining Table
  • 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.

    Find vintage and antique dining tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The chabudai, or the short Japanese dining table makes the most of limited space by serving many functions in a Japanese home. They often feature collapsible legs so they can be stored. Diners sit on pillows on the floor, rather than chairs, again freeing up more space by not having bulky chairs. Shop a collection of Japanese furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs 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.