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Rare Gateleg Dining Table with Potboard Base
Located in Greenwich, CT
17th century English oak gateleg dining table with the rare configuration of an undershelf, also
Category
Antique 17th Century English Jacobean Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak
Vintage Heritage-Henredon Gateleg Dining Table
By Heritage-Henredon
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful walnut gateleg dining table by Heritage-Henredon, circa 1960s. Featuring tapered legs and
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Walnut
Large Gateleg Dining Table in Oak
Located in Asaa, DK
Large Gateleg dining Table in oak with drop leaf top.
Table top is made of solid hand planed oak
Category
Mid-20th Century English Georgian Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak
Rare Restored Gateleg Dining Table with Screen Printed Plywood Top
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Very rare restored gateleg dining table with screen printed plywood top.
The table folds in two
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Wood
Niels Koefoed Gateleg Dining Table Produced by Niels Koefoed in Denmark
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare gateleg dining table designed by Niels Koefoed. Produced by Niels Koefoed in Denmark
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Rosewood
H 28.35 in W 28.75 in D 51.19 in
Large Superb Quality Antique 17th Century Oak Gateleg Dining Table
Located in Suffolk, GB
Large superb quality antique 17th century oak gateleg dining table having a superb quality oak top
Category
Antique 17th Century English Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak
1960s Brode Blindheim for Sykkylven Mobler Rosewood Gateleg Dining Table
By Brode Blindheim
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Gateleg Dining Table, originally designed by Brode Blindheim for Sykkylven. This
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Vintage 1950s Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Rosewood
H 28.5 in W 28.25 in D 61 in
Drexel “Declaration” Drop Leaf/Gateleg Dining Table
By Drexel, Kipp Stewart & Stewart MacDougall
Located in Charleston, SC
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This rare and stunning space saving table can be used as a sofa table then turned into a dining
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Metal
William and Mary Style Pine Gateleg Dining table
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
William and Mary style pine gateleg / dining room table, mid 20th century. The diameter of the top
Category
Vintage 1950s Dining Room Tables
Materials
Pine
Teak Gateleg Dining Table by Hvidt & Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Son
By France & Søn
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
Teak Dining Table by France and Son
A large teak dining table designed by the renowned duo Peter
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Teak
H 28.35 in W 64.18 in D 16.54 in
1950s Maria Flap Gateleg Dining Table by Bruno Mathsson in Sweden in Teak
By Bruno Mathsson, Firma Karl Mathsson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a gateleg ‘Maria Flap’ folding dining table, initially designed by Bruno Mathsson in
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Beech, Teak, Satin
H 28.5 in W 110 in D 35.5 in
19th Century Yew Wood Gateleg Dropleaf Wake Table
Located in Essex, MA
19th Century English Gateleg dining table or wake table. The oval top raised on ring turned and
Category
Antique 18th Century English George I Dining Room Tables
Materials
Yew
Niels Kofoed Dining Table by Niels Kofoed in Denmark
By Niels Koefoed
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare gateleg dining table designed by Niels Kofoed. Produced by Niels Kofoed in Denmark.
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Teak
Dining table Kurt Østervig Gateleg Teak Mid Century
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Berlin, DE
We are offering a beautiful Gateleg dining table by Kurt Østervig for sale.
This rare teak folding
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Teak
Antique American Sheraton Solid Cherry Gateleg Drop Leaf Dining Console Table
Located in Dayton, OH
An exquisite early 19th century American Sheraton gateleg dining table. Features a rectangular
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Sheraton Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Cherry
H 29 in W 66.25 in D 46.25 in
19th Century English Yew Wood Drop-Leaf Gate Leg Dining Table
Located in Essex, MA
Solid yew wood drop-leaf gateleg dining table. Large size and great patina
Measures: Height
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English American Colonial Drop-leaf and Pembro...
Materials
Yew
Early c.18th Large Oak Double Gateleg 8 Seater Oval Country Dining Table
Located in Leeds, GB
An early c.18th, oak gateleg dining table. Featuring solid oak construction throughout. Oval shaped
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Antique Early 18th Century English Country Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak
H 30.32 in W 77.17 in D 61.03 in
18th Century Bleached Oak Gateleg Drop Leaf Dining Table, Portugal
Located in Round Top, TX
This handsome bleached oak gateleg dining table with decorative turned legs has two drop leaves
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Antique Mid-18th Century Portuguese Country Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak
Mid-Century Heritage-Henredon Walnut Drop Leaf Dining Table
By Heritage-Henredon
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful walnut gateleg dining table by Heritage-Henredon, circa 1960s. Featuring tapered legs and
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Wood, Walnut
French Walnut Oval Drop Leaf Gate Leg Dining Table
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
An amazing solid walnut oval gateleg dining table from 19th century France. The beautiful walnut
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Antique 19th Century French Other Dining Room Tables
Materials
Brass
Early 20th Century English Gate Leg Drop Leaf Wake Dining Table
Located in Round Top, TX
This handsome gateleg dining table is also known as an English wake table with drop leaves.
Notice
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Early 20th Century English Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak
VINTAGE ENGLISH OAK CIRCA 1950'S GATELEG EXTENDING DiNING ROOM TABLE 2-4 PEOPLE
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
All Vintage Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage English Oak gateleg dining
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Vintage 1950s English Edwardian Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Oak
H 30.32 in W 19.69 in D 41.74 in
Oak Gateleg Table
Located in London, England
Oak double gate leg dining table.
U.K Circa 1960.
H 77cm x W 194cm x D 51cm/153cm
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Vintage 1960s British Georgian Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak
Vintage "Gateleg" Folding extendable drop-leaf dining table
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Vintage "Gateleg" Folding extendable drop-leaf dining table
Wear consistent with age and use
Category
Vintage 1980s Dining Room Sets
Materials
Hardwood
20th Century Vintage French Gateleg Wood Dining Table with Leaves
Located in Fullerton, CA
Vintage wood oval gateleg table with leaves to increase/decrease size, imported from France. With
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20th Century French Dining Room Tables
Materials
Wood
1920s Fine Gateleg Drop Leaf Dining Table Solid Mahogany Sculptural Legs
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1920s Fine gateleg drop leaf solid mahogany dining table.
Carved sculptural legs.
Rich wood grain
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Vintage 1920s North American Chippendale Dining Room Tables
Materials
Mahogany
H 27.5 in W 25.75 in D 48 in
Large Gateleg Table In Oak
Located in Brussels, Brussels
lovely oak table called Gateleg
Very beautiful table which has a very beautiful turned base
Category
20th Century British Aesthetic Movement Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak
18th Century Oak Gateleg Table
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality 18th Century Gateleg Table. With two drop ends supported by bobbin
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Antique 18th Century English Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak
ANTIQUE VICTORIAN 183CM WIDE BURR PINE GATELEG EXTENDING ROUND DiNING TABLE
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Victorian Burr pine Gateleg extending dining table circa 1880
Please note the delivery fee listed is just a
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Antique 1880s English High Victorian Dining Room Tables
Materials
Pine
17th Century Danish Baroque Gateleg Table
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional 17th century Danish Baroque oak oval gateleg table with four skilfully turned legs
Category
Antique 17th Century Danish Baroque Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak
18th Century Italian Gateleg Harvest Table
Located in New Orleans, LA
Italian country Gateleg harvest table with leather surface. Beautiful patina and structurally sound
Category
Antique 18th Century Italian Dining Room Tables
Materials
Pine
18th century Painted French Gateleg Table
Located in New Orleans, LA
Beautifully unusual painted gateleg table.
Category
Antique 18th Century French Dining Room Tables
Mid-20th Century Oak Gateleg Table
Located in Martlesham, GB
A lovely quality mid 20th Century oak double gateleg table with barley twist legs and rails, a
Category
Vintage 1960s English Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak
19th Century Oval Chestnut Gateleg Table
Located in Hudson, NY
A very generous oval gateleg table of beautiful chestnut with robust barley twist carved legs. When
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Antique Late 19th Century English Dining Room Tables
Materials
Chestnut
Antique Walnut Gatelegs Oval Table, Circa 1910s
Located in Germantown, MD
Antique walnut oval table. Functioning gatelegs. Great for small dining areas. Measures 48.5" in
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Dining Room Tables
Materials
Walnut
Danish Bruno Mathsson Gateleg "Maria Flap" Dining Table in Teak, Denmark c 1965
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautifully designed and engineered original extendible dining table by Bruno Mathsson. Made in
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables
Materials
Teak
H 28.5 in W 110 in D 43.25 in
English Solid Oak Gateleg Drop Leaf Table
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
English 18th Century or earlier solid oak gateleg table. This table is held together with peg
Category
Antique 19th Century English Other Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak
Large early 20th century mahogany gateleg table
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
leg dining table which has just recently been re-finished in our workshop.
Leaves lift up and 2 legs
Category
Early 20th Century English Chippendale Dining Room Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Folding Gateleg Table in Oak, England 1760s.
Located in Schellebelle, BE
Beautiful English oak folding Gatelag table,18 th Century
8 twisted and folding legs,
great, good
Category
Antique 1760s English Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak
Charming antique English oak gateleg table folding table from the 18th century
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This charming timeless so-called gateleg table is a practical and stylish addition to nearly every
Category
Antique 18th Century English Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak
H 28.55 in W 48.63 in D 38.59 in
Late 19th Century Antique Farmhouse Solid Chestnut Gateleg Table
Located in Charleston, SC
pieces are so versatile too! Use as a console or a dining table. Fully extended 60”
1 leaf extended
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Antique Late 19th Century English Rustic Dining Room Tables
Materials
Chestnut
English William & Mary early 18th Century Walnut Double Gateleg Table
Located in Troy, NY
English William & Mary Period early 18th Century Walnut Double Gateleg Table, of refined design and
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Antique Early 18th Century English William and Mary Dining Room Tables
Materials
Walnut
Table Gateleg Oval Oak Flemish Split Leg 5ft Original Ironwork Architetural
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
AN UNUSUAL, FLEMISH, BAROQUE, OAK, SPLIT, GATELEG, OVAL TABLE WITH ORIGINAL IRONWORK & SINGLE
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Antique 1650s Dutch Baroque Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak
H 28.55 in W 40.16 in D 59.85 in
William and Mary Style Barley Twist Oak Gateleg Drop Leaf Breakfast Table
Located in Germantown, MD
An exquisite William and Mary style barley twist oak Gateleg drop leaf Breakfast Table in 100
Category
Early 20th Century American William and Mary Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak
Oak Drop Leaf Gate Leg Dining Table, Denmark circa 1800
Located in Round Top, TX
This handsome gateleg dining or kitchen table has two drop leaves allowing it to be used as a
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Danish Country Dining Room Tables
Materials
Oak
18th Century Gateleg Table
Located in Pomona, CA
An early Gateleg Table. A Gateleg Table with solid oak and dowel construction. Bobbin turned legs
Category
Antique Early 18th Century English Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Oak
Plank End Gateleg Table
Located in Greenwich, CT
Good late 17th century English or Welsh oak gateleg table, the oval top over balustrade silhouette
Category
Antique Late 17th Century Welsh Baroque Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Oak
18th Century English Gateleg Table
Located in Houston, TX
18th Century English Gateleg Table. Oval shaped Oak top with beautiful naturally aged patina
Category
Antique Late 18th Century English William and Mary Drop-leaf and Pembrok...
Materials
Wood, Oak
Antique American Colonial Cherry Wood Gateleg Drop Leaf Farmhouse Dining Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique American Colonial Cherry Wood Gateleg Drop Leaf Farmhouse Dining Table. Item features
Category
Antique 19th Century American Colonial Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Cherry
H 29 in W 21 in D 44 in
English 18th Century Gateleg Table
Located in Delft, NL
English 18th century gateleg table.
An Oak drop-leaf gateleg table with folding sides, resting
Category
Antique 18th Century English Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Oak
Antique Victorian Quality Oak Gateleg Table
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Victorian quality oak gateleg table having a quality oak top with two oval drop leaves
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Oak
Antique 17th Century Oak Gateleg Table
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique 17th century oak gateleg table having a solid oak top with two drop leave, original iron
Category
Antique 17th Century English Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Oak
Antique Early American Style Curly Maple Drop Leaf Gateleg Dining Console Table
Located in Dayton, OH
hand turned legs and a drawer along the front. Great for use as a dining table or hallway console
Category
Antique 19th Century American Classical Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Maple
H 29.5 in W 48 in D 19.5 in
17th Century English Oak Gateleg Table
Located in High Point, NC
17th century English oak gate leg table with a two board top and two drop leaves, which are made
Category
Antique 17th Century English William and Mary Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Oak
William And Mary Oak Gateleg Table
Located in Essex, MA
With D shape drop leaves and a frieze drawer. Swing out leaf supports.Turned legs and stretchers.
Category
Antique Early 1700s English William and Mary Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Oak
Swedish 19th Century Gateleg Tilt Top Table
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
An impressive 19th century Swedish gateleg tilt top table. Eight pointed starburst in the center
Category
Antique 19th Century Swedish Other Dessert Tables and Tilt-top Tables
Materials
Wood, Hardwood, Paint
1820s English William And Mary Gateleg Table
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1820s English William and Mary gateleg table. Oak, pegged construction . Wood has a beautiful color
Category
Antique 1820s Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Oak
Oak Gateleg Table From The 17th Century
Located in Brussels, Brussels
lovely little oak table from the 17 century from England called Gateleg table
Very nice little
Category
Antique 17th Century British Louis XIII Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Oak
Large Henredon Georgian Style Mahogany Flip-Top Gateleg Console Table
By Henredon
Located in Forney, TX
, dining table, etc..
ABOUT THE MAKER:
Henredon Furniture was founded in Morganton, North Carolina, in
Category
Late 20th Century American Georgian Console Tables
Materials
Mahogany
18th Century Dutch Gateleg / Drop-leaf Table / Side Table / Center Table
Located in Viterbo, VT
Gateleg / Drop-leaf table hand-made in the Netherlands in the late 1700s using oak. The table has a
Category
Antique Early 18th Century Dutch Baroque Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Materials
Oak
H 31.3 in W 16.15 in D 32.29 in
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Gateleg Dining Tables For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of gateleg dining tables is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, oak and hardwood, all gateleg dining tables available were constructed with great care. Gateleg dining tables have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Georgian gateleg dining tables are consistently popular styles. Some gateleg dining tables are too large for some spaces — a variety of smaller gateleg dining tables, measuring 8 inches across, are available at 1stDibs. Many gateleg dining tables are appealing in their simplicity, but Bruno Mathsson, Niels Koefoed and Kurt Østervig produced popular gateleg dining tables that are worth a look.
How Much are Gateleg Dining Tables?
Prices for gateleg dining tables can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, gateleg dining tables begin at $236 and can go as high as $18,424, while the average can fetch as much as $3,263.
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 Gateleg Dining Tables
- What is a gateleg table?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 29, 2020
First introduced in 16th century-England, a gateleg table is a popular kind of table that allowed for intimate dining. The tabletop of the gateleg table, which was initially round or oval versus the long tables and formal seating arrangements that preceded it, had a section that was fixed in place, while one or two sections of the surface were equipped with hinges. By design, a gateleg table could be extended so that more space could be allocated for work or for dining if needed. These hinged sections could be folded back into place on top of the fixed section or could easily be dropped down to hang vertically on their hinges when they weren’t in use. This function, which allowed the table’s drop leaves that weren’t in use to be pushed up against a wall, saved space in small homes because the table could be tucked away. Pivoted legs under the table — which formed a gate as they were joined at their tops and bottoms by crosspieces — supported the hinged sections.
- What does a gateleg table mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 16, 2020
“Gate” in “gateleg table” refers to the pivoted leg supports under the table that are connected at their ends by crosspieces. When raised, the table’s two drop leaves, which are usually D-shaped, are supported upon these gates. When gateleg tables originated in England in the 16th century, they were oval or round and were generally named after their shape (and weren’t yet called gateleg tables) in order to distinguish them from the long tables they’d replaced, as dining had by then been relegated to meals for the family, not an entire household and assembled guests.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023The difference between a gateleg table and a drop leaf table is the design of the section that you can raise to expand the piece. On a drop leaf table, the extension does not have any lower support. A gateleg table has a leg that swings out to rest beneath the extension. Find a selection of tables from some of the world's best sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is the best dining table?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Dining 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, 2021The 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 12, 2024The 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.
- Is a dining table necessary?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024No, 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, 2024How 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, 2024How 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, 2024How 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.
- What is an MCM dining table?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An 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, 2021A 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 ExpertNovember 13, 2024The chairs at a dining table are generally just called dining chairs. Chairs without arms that go along the sides of a table are side chairs. Typically positioned at the ends of tables, dining chairs framed by arms are armchairs. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of antique, vintage and contemporary dining chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021The 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, 2021A 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 20, 2024Whether 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.
- Are ceramic dining tables good?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021Yes, 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 ExpertMay 3, 2024How 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room tables are typically 30 inches high.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Yes, 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.
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The stately piece brings both gravitas and whimsy to any work space.
In Guadalajara, These Luscious Side Tables Are Chiseled from Volcanic Rock
Use them as tables or stools, indoors or out.