Antique Center Table
19th Century French Antique Center Table
Brass
19th Century Antique Center Table
Walnut
19th Century Antique Center Table
Walnut
19th Century French Antique Center Table
Marble
1840s French Louis Philippe Antique Center Table
Marble
19th Century Austrian Antique Center Table
Maple
19th Century Antique Center Table
Marble
1820s Austrian Biedermeier Antique Center Table
Cherry, Ebony, Giltwood
Early 19th Century French Antique Center Table
Marble
19th Century Antique Center Table
Marble
1830s Swedish Antique Center Table
Wood, Walnut
1830s English Regency Antique Center Table
Brass
19th Century Indian Victorian Antique Center Table
Teak
Mid-19th Century French Antique Center Table
Marble
1920s Chinese Art Deco Antique Center Table
Marble
Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Center Table
Rosewood
17th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Center Table
Onyx
19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique Center Table
Teak
Early 19th Century German Antique Center Table
Wood
19th Century British Regency Antique Center Table
Mahogany, Satinwood
1870s Antique Center Table
Walnut
19th Century Austrian Antique Center Table
Walnut
Late 19th Century American Adirondack Antique Center Table
Wood
1740s English George II Antique Center Table
Mahogany
19th Century Antique Center Table
Marble
19th Century European Baltic Antique Center Table
Mahogany, Burl
19th Century Russian Neoclassical Antique Center Table
Ormolu
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Center Table
Brass
18th Century German Antique Center Table
Walnut
Early 1900s English Antique Center Table
Leather, Oak
19th Century English Regency Antique Center Table
Rosewood
18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Center Table
Marble
Late 18th Century French Antique Center Table
Oak
1890s English Arts and Crafts Antique Center Table
Beech, Mahogany
1910s English Edwardian Antique Center Table
Mahogany
19th Century French Empire Antique Center Table
Marble, Metal, Bronze
Early 20th Century Indonesian Chinese Export Antique Center Table
Teak
Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Center Table
Marble
19th Century Antique Center Table
Bronze
19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Center Table
Brass
19th Century Italian Antique Center Table
Wood
19th Century Victorian Antique Center Table
Walnut
1780s Italian Antique Center Table
Mother-of-Pearl, Fruitwood, Walnut, Burl
1880s Dutch Victorian Antique Center Table
Walnut
19th Century Antique Center Table
Mahogany
19th Century British Regency Antique Center Table
Satinwood
Mid-19th Century Belgian Antique Center Table
Bone, Beech, Rosewood, Walnut, Paint
19th Century American Victorian Antique Center Table
Rosewood
19th Century British Antique Center Table
Gold Leaf
19th Century American Victorian Antique Center Table
Iron
19th Century French Empire Antique Center Table
Mahogany
1810s English Regency Antique Center Table
Brass
Late 19th Century Swedish Empire Revival Antique Center Table
Mahogany
19th Century Spanish Renaissance Revival Antique Center Table
19th Century Russian Neoclassical Antique Center Table
Mahogany
19th Century English Georgian Antique Center Table
Marble
19th Century British Victorian Antique Center Table
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
19th Century Portuguese Baroque Antique Center Table
Wood
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Finding the Right Center-tables for You
An alluring sitting area doesn’t have to be in the exact center of the room, but an antique or vintage center table is a great tool to partition off such an area.
By definition, a center table is a piece of furniture that is placed in the center of a room. Initially these appeared in the foyer or entryway before making their way into the living room. While one might keep seating furniture such as sofas against the walls to avoid limiting movement and closing off space, a center table in the living room can fill this central space without restricting the flow of the room.
One of the purposes of a center table is to anchor the rest of the furniture. It draws the eye to a specific area and invites guests to sit down. When thinking about how you’ll arrange your furniture, a good rule of thumb is to set tables an arm’s length away from seating. For instance, place a coffee table about 18 inches from a sofa so that it is within reach but not too close. In more modern layouts, tables are sometimes placed to the side to leave a large open area for foot traffic.
Because of its central position, a center table is one of the first things people will notice when entering a room. It’s important to consider how a center table can add to a room, as it’s a crucial element for defining the feel and theme of a room. Some center tables are mainly for decor, while others can be a great place to sit around over cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. Center tables are perfect for displaying decorative objects, floral arrangements, books or a cluster of prized antique vases given the prominent position of your table and the attention it will get.
The clean lines and organic forms that we typically associate with mid-century modern center tables means that they will bring a dose of sophistication to a space, and examples from the era can be found in square and round shapes. Wood tables were popular with furniture makers of the period, but versions in glass and marble are also widely available. Because Art Deco designers frequently incorporated ornamental embellishments such as exotic animal hides and veneers in their seating, case pieces and other furniture, your Art Deco center table will likely make a strong statement in any room. Alternatively, if you’re searching for something small and unassuming, Regency tables could be an option for your space.
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- What is a center table?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 21, 2019
A center table is usually circular and placed in the middle of a parlor or foyer, although they may appear elsewhere. They can be made of any material — including marble, glass, wood and lucite — and typically do not adhere to any particular style. Because of this variability, they are generally easy to position in a room.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024The difference between a center table and a coffee table is usually size. Center tables tend to be larger-sized accent tables placed in the center of seating areas. On the other hand, coffee tables are smaller tables usually positioned in front of sofas and loveseats. On 1stDibs, find a variety of center tables and coffee tables.
- How do I identify an antique table?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021You can identify an antique table in a number of ways. The first clue that a table is antique is the joinery. If a piece of furniture is dovetailed by hand, it only has a couple of dovetails, which are uneven. Also, antique tables are not defined by perfect symmetry. Lastly, antique tables were typically made of oak, mahogany, and walnut.Bonnin Ashley Antiques IncFebruary 23, 2021In addition to the joinery you can check the bottoms of the drawers and the backs of the cabinets. If they were made prior to 1850 then the wood will most likely be dimensioned by hand. It will be uneven to the touch. The secondary wood that receives the veneer will have been scraped smooth but drawer bottoms, backs and bottoms are often left less finished.
- What is an antique rent table?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An antique rent table is a piece of furniture that landlords and tenants used to exchange rent. The rent money would be placed in one drawer, the table would rotate for the landlord to receive. It was considered polite and gentlemanly to pay rent this way. Shop a collection of antique rent tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A rent table is a small circular or polygonal table with drawers. Rent tables frequently had drawers labeled for the days of the week, and English landlords in the 18th century often used them to collect rent. On 1stDibs, shop antique rent tables from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell if a kitchen table is antique, look under the table and on the legs for a maker's mark. It may be carved, branded or stamped onto the surface or appear on a paper or metal label. Using the marking, you can consult trusted online resources to learn about the maker and view catalogues of their pieces, searching for tables similar to yours. If your kitchen table was produced at least 100 years ago, it is an antique. Keep in mind that not all antique furnishings have maker's markings. In the event that you're unable to locate a mark, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can evaluate your piece for you. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of tables.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To determine whether a side table is an antique, closely examine its details. Older pieces will typically have telltale features like wood pegs, hand-cut dovetails with some slight imperfections and mortise-and-tenon construction. Tables that are a consistent color throughout or have machine-cut moldings or carvings are unlikely to be antiques. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can be a helpful resource when dating tables. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and modern side tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To identify your antique dining table, first check to see if there is a maker’s mark on the underside. If there are no identifying marks or stamps, a furniture appraiser can check the style and the hardwood used to identify your piece. Shop a collection of antique furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023While you can look for markings and other details to try and determine the maker, the best way to identify an antique drop leaf table is to work with a certified appraiser. Trusted online venues and search engines can be helpful when conducting research on a specific collectible, piece of jewelry, art work or other item about which you may have questions, but qualified professionals, such as an antiques dealer or an appraiser at an auction house, have the knowledge and experience needed to make more accurate identifications. Shop a selection of antique, vintage and modern tables on 1stDibs.
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