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18th Century Walnut Regency Fold Over Dining or Console Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18th Century Walnut expandable Dining or Console Table. The front is masterfully crafted and
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Antique 18th Century European Regency Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass, Bronze

19th Century Fold Over French Fruitwood Dining Demi Lune Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A stunning Early 19th Century Fruitwood Fold over dining or console table. The piece retains all
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Antique Early 19th Century French Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

Restored Biedermeier Oak Dining Table, Folding Top Desk, Austria, 1830s
Located in Horomerice, CZ
Restored Biedermeier Oak Dining Table with Folding Top Desk. Source: Austria Period: 1830-1839
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Antique 1830s Austrian Biedermeier Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood, Lacquer, Oak

Folding Table Made In Oak From 1890s
Located in Lejre, DK
This exquisite folding table harkens back to the late 19th century, boasting the timeless elegance
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Antique 1890s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

PH Circle Table folding, black oak wood legs, veneer table plate and edge
By Poul Henningsen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
The intricately shaped legs of the PH Circle Table – inspired by the agile movement of the scarab
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2010s Danish Bauhaus Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak, Wood

Gastone Rinaldi dining table 1970
By Gastone Rinaldi
Located in TARBES, FR
Very beautiful chrome table, with its smoked glass top, produced in the 1970s, for Rima. Designated
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Late 20th Century Italian Space Age Dining Room Tables

Materials

Chrome

Gastone Rinaldi dining table 1970
Gastone Rinaldi dining table 1970
H 35.83 in Dm 70.87 in
Italian modern round steel dining table, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern round steel dining table, 1970s Dining table with round top, entirely in steel. The
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Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Dining Room Tables

Materials

Steel

T92 Folding Table by Eugenio Gerli and Mario Cristiani for Tecno, Italy 1960
By Tecno
Located in Jersey City, NJ
*SUMMER SALE* T92 table in original off-white lacquer with a fantastic patina, was designed in 1960
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Vintage 1960s Italian Dining Room Tables

Materials

Steel

Italian Walnut Rectangular Dining Table, 19th Century, possibly earlier
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Italian folding rectangular dining table, walnut, 19th Century, possibly earlier, having an
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Antique 19th Century Italian Dining Room Tables

Materials

Walnut

Antique Regency Concertina Action Dining Table 19th Century
Located in London, GB
An extremely rare Regency Period Wilkinson Patent concertina action extending dining table in flame
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Antique 1820s English Regency Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Iconic Maison Jansen Dining Table Royale, France, circa 1970
By Maison Jansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
only a dozen or less are even in the world. This is a foldable dining table, that has a canvas texture
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Mid-20th Century French Hollywood Regency Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

Luigi Saccardo ufo dining table for Arrmet Italy 1972
By Luigi Saccardo
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Great minimalistic round UFO dining table designed by Luigi Saccardo and manufactured by Arrmet in
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Antique Pembroke Table, English, Mahogany, Extending, Dining, Regency, C.1820
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique Pembroke table. An English, mahogany extending dining table, dating to the
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Antique Early 19th Century British Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Giuseppe Rivadossi Dining Table with Set of Six French Dining Chairs
By Giuseppe Rivadossi, Officina Rivadossi
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dining room set consisting of Giuseppe Rivadossi for Officina Rivadossi dining table with set of
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Oak, Straw, Ash

George III Mahogany Fold-Over Demi Lune Table
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a good example of a George III, late 18th century mahogany fold-over demi-lune games table
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Antique Late 18th Century English George III Demi-lune Tables

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

Antique Edwardian Quality Mahogany Inlaid Fold Over Card/Lamp Table
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Edwardian quality mahogany inlaid fold over card/lamp table having a quality mahogany
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Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Console Tables

Materials

Other

Georgian Mahogany Fold-Over Demi Lune
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a good example of a classic George III Fold-Over Games Table. The table features a solid
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Antique Late 18th Century English George III Demi-lune Tables

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

Georgian Mahogany Fold-Over Demi Lune
Georgian Mahogany Fold-Over Demi Lune
H 28.25 in W 35.5 in D 17.5 in
Børge Mogensen Set of Six Armchairs & Angelo Mangiarotti Eros Dining Table
By Børge Mogensen, Skipper, Fredericia, Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Angelo Mangiarotti for Skipper 'Eros' dining table Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, set of
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Carrara Marble, Brass

Danish Drop Leaf Dining Set
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Danish drop leaf table with storage for four chairs. Teak grain leaves open up to over 5 feet wide
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Teak

Danish Drop Leaf Dining Set
Danish Drop Leaf Dining Set
H 28.75 in W 18 in D 17 in
Antique American Distressed Fold-Over Flip-Top Morphing Table
Located in Forney, TX
-moon console / side table) shaped hinged fold-over top, rising on hand turned and spiral twist legs
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Antique 19th Century American Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Wood, Paint

Antique Arts and Crafts Quality Oak and Ebony Fold over Card/Side Table
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique arts and crafts quality oak and ebony fold over card/side table having a quality figured
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Antique 1880s English Arts and Crafts Console Tables

Materials

Oak, Ebony

Regency Tilt Top Supper Table with Coromandel Crossbanding c. 1820
Located in Heathfield, GB
inches. Max height of table when folded up is 62.25 inches. For metric please multiply by 2.5
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Antique 19th Century Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Danish Teak Round Expandable Table Henning Kjaernulf for Soro Stolefabrik
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Baltimore, MD
Beautiful large, extra long, Danish, teak, Mid-Century Modern round/oval expandable Dining Table
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Teak

Gastone Rinaldi, Table in Chromed Metal and Smoked Glass, 1970s
By Gastone Rinaldi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Extraordinary dining table by Gastone Rinaldi with a top glass fume'. Gastone Rinaldi (1920
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Chrome

Large Art Deco Extendable Table in Rosewood and Piano Lacquer
Located in Greven, DE
rosewood. When folded, the table is 170cm long.
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dining Room Tables

Materials

Beech, Rosewood, Lacquer

Modern Italian Metal and Marble Table from Bontempi Casa Collection
By Bontempi Casa
Located in Titusville, PA
table a strong and refined character in any environment. This is a Fixed table with barrel shaped top
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian International Style Dining Room Ta...

Materials

Marble, Metal

Modern Italian Metal and Solid Wood Table from Bontempi Casa Collection
By Bontempi Casa
Located in Titusville, PA
in detail, Bridge table is a fixed rectangular table great to be used as a dining table or as an
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian International Style Dining Room Ta...

Materials

Metal

Modern Italian Fixed Solid Wood, Lacquered Metal Table, Bontempi Collection
By Bontempi Casa
Located in Titusville, PA
Millennium table version is fixed, its top is in Walnut Solid Wood. Bontempi Casa solid wood comes from
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian International Style Dining Room Ta...

Materials

Metal

Modern Italian Fixed Solid Wood, Lacquered Metal Table, Bontempi Collection
By Bontempi Casa
Located in Titusville, PA
Millennium table version is fixed, its top is in walnut solid wood. Bontempi Casa solid wood comes from
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian International Style Dining Room Ta...

Materials

Metal

Gastone Rinaldi, Table in Chromed Metal and Smoked Glass, 1970s
By Gastone Rinaldi
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Gastone Rinaldi, attributed to. Table. Top in glass smoked. Circular and openwork metal base
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Dining Room Tables

Materials

Chrome

Modern Italian Metal and Marble Table from Bontempi Casa Collection
By Bontempi Casa
Located in Titusville, PA
Designed by Pocci & Dondoli, this is a fixed table with barrel shaped top in Supermarble and Dark
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian International Style Dining Room Ta...

Materials

Marble, Metal

Modern Italian Metal and Veneer Wood Table from Bontempi Casa Collection
By Bontempi Casa
Located in Titusville, PA
table a strong and refined character in any environment. This is a Fixed table with barrel shaped top
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian International Style Dining Room Ta...

Materials

Metal

Modern Italian Metal and Marble Extendible Table from Bontempi Casa Collection
By Bontempi Casa
Located in Titusville, PA
Designed by Toshiyuki Yoshino, this extendible table is characterized by the diamond-cut facetings
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian International Style Dining Room Ta...

Materials

Marble, Metal

Modern Italian Metal and Veneer Wood Table from Bontempi Casa Collection
By Bontempi Casa
Located in Titusville, PA
Fixed table with barrel shaped top in Charcoal Oak Veneer Wood and lacquered metal frame
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian International Style Dining Room Ta...

Materials

Metal

Modern Italian Metal and Marble Extendible Table from Bontempi Casa Collection
By Bontempi Casa
Located in Titusville, PA
Extendible table (74.8"/94.5"/114.2" x 39.4") with lacquered metal frame and SuperMarble Top and
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian International Style Dining Room Ta...

Materials

Marble, Metal

Modern Italian Metal and Solid Wood Table from Bontempi Casa Collection
By Bontempi Casa
Located in Titusville, PA
version of the Artistico table is fixed and with a Sand lacquered metal frame. The raw material used for
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian International Style Dining Room Ta...

Materials

Metal

Modern Italian Fixed Table in Solid Wood and Lacquered Metal-Bontempi Collection
By Bontempi Casa
Located in Titusville, PA
Designed by Silvia&Maurizio Varsi, this fixed table is characterized by the magnificent geometry of
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian International Style Dining Room Ta...

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Walnut Fold over Cocktail Serving Trolley circa 1930s'
By Waring & Gillow
Located in Dereham, GB
Art Deco Walnut Fold over Cocktail Serving Trolley circa 1930s' Walnut Veneer on tops, Art Deco
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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Walnut

1960's Moorish Foldable Tray Table
Located in Paris, FR
of over 650 pieces of all sizes (from big dining tables to small decorative objects) in 23 states
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20th Century Moroccan Moorish Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Copper

1960's Moorish Foldable Tray Table
1960's Moorish Foldable Tray Table
H 21.66 in W 44.89 in D 29.14 in
19th Century French Mahogany Folding Demilune Console Table with Hidden Drawer
Located in Sofia, BG
features a semi-circular top which folds over to rest on the tapered legs with casters on which the table
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Antique Late 19th Century French Demi-lune Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Wisconsin Farm Table or Dining Table in Original Green Paint, Unrestored
Located in Chicago, IL
auction of the Hotel Marinette’s contents. Since 1967, this antique Wisconsin folding farm table has
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Vintage 1920s American Country Farm Tables

Materials

Pine

Large Early 19th Century Farmhouse Kitchen Extending Dining Table
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
& Chestnut Extending Farmhouse Kitchen Dining Table, The Well Figured Rectangular Top With Double Drawleaf
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Antique Early 19th Century French French Provincial Farm Tables

Materials

Cherry, Chestnut

Pair Of Faux Bamboo Brass & Suede Folding Safari Chairs By Galeries Lafayette
Located in High Wycombe, GB
Campaign Chairs By Galeries Lafayette Of France 1950s Provenance, we had a matching folding table with a
Category

Vintage 1950s French Campaign Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Brass

Organic Modern Dining Table with California White Oak and Aluminum: Tranquility
By Michael Olshefski
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tranquility dining table is conceived, designed and created by award-winning artist and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Arches Dining Chair by InsidherLand
Located in Geneve, CH
Arches Dining Chair by InsidherLand Dimensions: D 67 x W 59 x H 89 cm. Materials: Black lacquered
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2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Arches Dining Chair by InsidherLand
Arches Dining Chair by InsidherLand
H 35.04 in W 23.23 in D 26.38 in
Blackened Fold Light by Henry Wilson
By Henry Wilson
Located in Geneve, CH
Blackened Fold Light by Henry Wilson Dimensions: W 35 x D 9 x H 23 cm Materials: Bronze (Blackened
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2010s Australian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Blackened Fold Light by Henry Wilson
Blackened Fold Light by Henry Wilson
H 9.06 in W 13.78 in D 3.55 in
Brass Fold Light by Henry Wilson
By Henry Wilson
Located in Geneve, CH
Brass Fold Light by Henry Wilson Dimensions: W 35 x D 9 x H 23 cm Materials: Brass A cast light
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2010s Australian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Brass Fold Light by Henry Wilson
Brass Fold Light by Henry Wilson
H 9.06 in W 13.78 in D 3.55 in
Aluminium Fold Light by Henry Wilson
By Henry Wilson
Located in Geneve, CH
Aluminium Fold Light by Henry Wilson Dimensions: W 35 x D 9 x H 23 cm Materials: Aluminum A cast
Category

2010s Australian Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze, Aluminum, Brass

Aluminium Fold Light by Henry Wilson
Aluminium Fold Light by Henry Wilson
H 9.06 in W 13.78 in D 3.55 in
Arches Dining Chair II by InsidherLand
Located in Geneve, CH
table, the Arches dining chair recreates the design of its arches crossed on different levels
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2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Dining Room Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Arches Dining Chair II by InsidherLand
Arches Dining Chair II by InsidherLand
H 35.04 in W 20.87 in D 26.38 in
Contemporary Japanese Console with Folding Screen Zen Japanese Modern
By Ryosuke Harashima
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Name: Early Dawn Collection: STILLIFE A console table that using a wooden box that stores two
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2010s Japanese Edo Console Tables

Materials

Brass

Irish Glass Fold Over Rim Pedestal Bowl, 1800-10
Located in Tunbridge Wells, GB
Irish Glass Fold Over Rim Pedestal Bowl, 1800-10 A Fine Irish pedestal bowl with hand blown bowl
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Antique 18th Century Northern Irish George III Serving Bowls

Materials

Glass

Regency Rosewood Card Table Console Table
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
A06 Fine quality and very attractive Regency rosewood card table or hall table, having figured top
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Console Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Regency Rosewood Card Table Console Table
Regency Rosewood Card Table Console Table
H 29.528 in W 35.827 in D 17.717 in
18th century Swedish Gate leg table
Located in Malton, GB
This is a beautifully rustic folk art Swedish gate leg dining table in original paint from over the
Category

Antique 18th Century Farm Tables

Materials

Pine

18th century Swedish Gate leg table
18th century Swedish Gate leg table
H 29.53 in W 65.36 in D 40.95 in
Regency Mahogany Tea Table
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn4855 fine quality Regency mahogany fold over tea table, having stunning figured mahogany top with
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Antique 1820s English Regency Console Tables

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

Regency Mahogany Tea Table
Regency Mahogany Tea Table
H 27.17 in W 36.23 in D 18.12 in
A 19th Century French Painted Draper's Table
Located in New York, NY
cutting and folding large pieces of fabric, the table can now be used in a multitude of ways–as a console
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Console Tables

Materials

Oak

Kitale Console Table by Van Rossum
Located in Geneve, CH
function, such as a fold-out writing desk or dressing table. A bold new equipoise. For over 40 years
Category

2010s Dutch Post-Modern Console Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel

Kitale Console Table by Van Rossum
Kitale Console Table by Van Rossum
H 33.47 in W 15.75 in D 80.32 in
Antique Victorian Quality Figured Mahogany Card/Console Table
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Victorian quality figured mahogany card/console table having a quality figured mahogany
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Console Tables

Materials

Other

17th Century Oak Credence Table.
Located in Skipton, GB
legs, a rear gate with two smaller turned legs which support the fold over top. This table also has an
Category

Antique Mid-17th Century British Jacobean Demi-lune Tables

Materials

Oak

17th Century Oak Credence Table.
17th Century Oak Credence Table.
H 28.75 in W 40.95 in D 19.3 in
18th Century Swedish Drop-Leaf Farmhouse Table, Rustic Pine
Located in Greven, DE
Swedish drop-leaf farmhouse table from circa 1800. The table has double leafs and fold out legs
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Farm Tables

Materials

Pine

Antique Period English Georgian Mahogany Horseshoe Hunt / Wine Table Circa 1790
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique Period Late 18th Century Georgian Mahogany Horseshoe Semi-Circular "Hunt" Table. Tables
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Antique Late 18th Century British Georgian Serving Tables

Materials

Brass

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Find many varieties of an authentic fold over dining table available at 1stDibs. A fold over dining table — often made from wood, walnut and mahogany — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect fold over dining table — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A fold over dining table made by Arts and Crafts designers — as well as those associated with Georgian — is very popular.

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Prices for a fold over dining table can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1,215 and can go as high as $14,500, while the average can fetch as much as $2,950.
Questions About Fold Over Dining Table
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    The best folding table depends on which room in your home or office you want it for. It also depends on the purpose of the folding table. On 1stDibs find folding tables for the dining room, folding end tables, coffee tables, tray tables and side tables as well.
  • 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To 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 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 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 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Dining room tables are typically 30 inches high.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Dining room chairs and dining tables do not necessarily have to match. 

  • 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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