Glass Top Center Table
Late 20th Century American Modern Center Tables
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Center Tables
Fruitwood, Giltwood
Mid-20th Century Unknown Gothic Center Tables
Iron
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Wrought Iron
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Brass, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tables
Brass
20th Century Modern Center Tables
Bronze
20th Century European Center Tables
Bamboo, Glass
20th Century Belle Époque Center Tables
Iron
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Brass
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Glass, Resin
2010s Portuguese Organic Modern Center Tables
Brass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Glass, Wood, Rattan
Vintage 1980s European Adam Style Center Tables
Metal
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Center Tables
Bronze
Early 20th Century American Center Tables
Glass, Wood
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Revival Center Tables
Wrought Iron
Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Revival Center Tables
Fabric, Glass, Maple
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Baroque Revival Center Tables
Glass, Giltwood
Vintage 1950s American Center Tables
Wood, Glass
1990s Italian Center Tables
Smoked Glass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Brass
Antique 15th Century and Earlier European Empire Center Tables
Stone, Travertine
20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Wrought Iron
2010s American Organic Modern Center Tables
Walnut
Late 20th Century British Other Center Tables
Glass, Wood, Bog Wood
2010s American Modern Center Tables
Bronze
Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Metal
Antique 19th Century Italian Center Tables
Bronze
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Art Glass
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Art Glass
Late 20th Century American Center Tables
Metal
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Center Tables
Bronze
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Glass, Wood
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Art Glass
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Art Glass
20th Century Center Tables
Glass, Wood
Mid-20th Century German Brutalist Center Tables
Glass, Wood
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Brass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Brass
20th Century Unknown Center Tables
Cast Stone
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Metal
Vintage 1970s Center Tables
Lucite
Vintage 1970s Italian Center Tables
Cut Glass, Palisander
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Glass, Walnut
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Glass, Lucite
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Chrome
Mid-20th Century Spanish Hollywood Regency Center Tables
Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Glass, Wood
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Center Tables
Wood
Late 20th Century Spanish Center Tables
Bronze
2010s Italian Modern Center Tables
Marble
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Glass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Brass
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Center Tables
Glass, Wood
Antique 18th Century Spanish Baroque Center Tables
Iron
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Center Tables
Iron
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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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- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The best thickness for a glass table top depends on usage. If the glass is used just as a cover, then ¼-inch thick glass is likely good enough. If the glass will be used is as a table surface, then you should choose the thickness of the glass according to the size of the table. If the glass used is supporting heavy items, or its size is more than 24 inches, then choose glass that is thicker than ¼ inch. Thicker glass will feel and look more substantial, but thicker glass becomes heavier with increasing size. On 1stDibs, find antique and vintage glass-top dining room tables, glass-top coffee tables, side tables and more.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Yes, you should put glass on top of your dining table to minimize scratches and wear. Glass allows you to see the beauty of the wood while protecting it from everyday wear.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023You can substitute a number of things for a glass table top. Try painted wood, marble or sheet metal. To decide what to use, consider the overall style of your room and the other types of materials featured in the space. Shop a selection of tables from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
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