What is the best dining table?

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.

What is the narrowest A dining table can be?

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.

What is the height of a dining table?

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.

How wide should a dining table be?

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.

Is a dining table necessary?

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.

How high should a dining table be?

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.

How thick should a dining table be?

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.

What is an MCM dining table?

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.

What is a dining table with leaf?

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.

What are the chairs at a dining table called?

The 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.

What is a draw leaf dining table?

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.

What is the best width for a dining table?

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.

How long should a bench be for a dining table?

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.

Are ceramic dining tables good?

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.

How can I identify my antique dining table?

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.

Do chairs have to match the dining table?

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

Are extendable dining tables worth it?

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.

Is a round dining table practical?

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.

How tall is the typical dining table?

Dining room tables are typically 30 inches high.

What is the best wood for a dining table?

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.

Striped Dining Table

Bitossi Striped

Striped Console

Ancient Oil Lamp

Milo Baughman Rosewood Table

Mid Century Modern Ribbon Lamp

Candy Lamp

Black And White Striped Lamp

Striped Murano Glass Lamp

Milo Baughman - Directional Striped Exotic Mix Wood Dining Table - 2b Refinished

$4,950

Milo Baughman - Directional Striped Exotic Mix Wood Dining Table - 2b Refinished

By Directional, Johnson Furniture Company, Milo Baughman

Located in St. Louis, MO

Know as the 322 Striped Dining Table with alternating stripes in varied widths of Rosewood, Walnut and Butternut veneers on the top.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Rosewood, Walnut

CraftAssociates Dining Tables, Milo Baughman Dining Table, Striped Top

$13,250 / item

CraftAssociates Dining Tables, Milo Baughman Dining Table, Striped Top

By Craft Associates, Milo Baughman

Located in Oak Harbor, OH

CraftAssociates Dining Tables, Milo Baughman Dining Table, Striped Top The Milo Baughman Striped Top Dining Table for Craft Associates® Furniture is expertly crafted.

Category

2010s American Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood, Rosewood, Walnut

CraftAssociates Dining Table, Milo Baughman Modern Dining Table, Striped Top

$13,250 / item

CraftAssociates Dining Table, Milo Baughman Modern Dining Table, Striped Top

By Craft Associates, Milo Baughman

Located in Oak Harbor, OH

Craft Associates Dining Table, Milo Baughman Modern Dining Table, Striped Top The Milo Baughman Striped Top Dining Table for Craft Associates® Furniture is expertly crafted.

Category

2010s American Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood, Rosewood, Walnut

Botany Dining Table in Striped Oak Top with Polished Brass Legs

$10,599 / item

Botany Dining Table in Striped Oak Top with Polished Brass Legs

By Ghidini 1961, Tomek Rygalik

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Family of tables characterized by the elegant sophisticated metal structure supporting the glass tabletop. Inspiration from turn of century outdoor furniture meets modern high-qualit...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Striped Pattern Wood Table by Sebastiano Bottos, Italia

$11,751 / item

Contemporary Striped Pattern Wood Table by Sebastiano Bottos, Italia

By Sebastiano Bottos

Located in Pordenone, IT

In the "Striped collection" by Sebastiano Bottos the innovative use of multi-layered wood creates an unexpected geometric pattern, both sophisticated and natural. The 45 degrees joi...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood

1940's walnut table with sabre legs, striped band and cut glass top.

$9,401

1940's walnut table with sabre legs, striped band and cut glass top.

By Italian school XX ct.

Located in Milano, IT

COD-2766 Elegant walnut table with sabre legs, striped band and cut glass top. Italian manufacture from the 1940s.

Category

Early 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Glass

Exotic Mixed Woods Dining Table by Milo Baughman for Directional, 1960s

$4,650Sale Price|28% Off

Exotic Mixed Woods Dining Table by Milo Baughman for Directional, 1960s

By Directional, Milo Baughman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

In excellent refinished condition, the table comes with two removable leaves. This exotic mixed wood striped marquetry 1960s dining table by Milo Baughman for Directional would wo...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood

Vintage William Tillman Regency Revival Dining Table & 6 chairs 20th Century

$4,423 / set

Vintage William Tillman Regency Revival Dining Table & 6 chairs 20th Century

By William Tillman

Located in London, GB

This is a fabulous vintage Regency Revival dining table, made by the master cabinet maker William Tillman in the 1990s and six shield back chairs.

Category

1990s Regency Revival Dining Room Sets

Materials

Mahogany

Striped Console Table by Goons

$9,566 / item

Striped Console Table by Goons

Located in Geneve, CH

Striped console table by Goons. Dimensions: W 200 x D 35 x H 74 cm. Materials: wood. Dimensions can be adjusted +/- 10 cm. Goons is located in Paris, France. All of their desi...

Category

2010s French Post-Modern Console Tables

Materials

Wood

Studio Craft Ceramic Striped Table Lamp

$1,600

Studio Craft Ceramic Striped Table Lamp

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Ceramic studio table lamp in the style of a Japanese Pagoda. Striped glaze airbrushed on shade and body of lamp. Silvered paper is adhered on the inside of the emitting area of the...

Category

Vintage 1980s American Arts and Crafts Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Striped Table Lamps

$525 / set

Pair of Striped Table Lamps

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair of deco style table lamps with oval shades. Tiger wood motif around both lamps. Please confirm item location NY or NJ.

Category

20th Century Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Raymor Colorful Striped Ceramic Table Lamp

$693Sale Price|30% Off

Raymor Colorful Striped Ceramic Table Lamp

By Raymor

Located in New York, NY

Brown, blue and multicolor table lamp by Raymor with striped design throughout, complemented by teak base and top. Italy, circa 1960; wired for US. Fully working; takes a standar...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

Italian Murano Vistosi Striped Glass Table Lamp

$3,750

Italian Murano Vistosi Striped Glass Table Lamp

By Vistosi

Located in Queens, NY

Italian Post-War Design 1970s Venetian Murano clear glass shade table lamp with white stripe design mounted on a ebonized base. Original Murano label (VISTOSI)

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass, Wood

Pair of striped relief ceramic table lamps

$2,400 / set

Pair of striped relief ceramic table lamps

Located in Tarrytown, NY

Pair of white striped black relief ceramic table lamps.

Category

Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Ingrid Atterberg Style Striped Ceramic Table Lamp

$850

Ingrid Atterberg Style Striped Ceramic Table Lamp

By Ingrid Atterberg

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Ceramic table lamp inspired by the work of Swedish designer Ingrid Atterberg takes an elongated bottle form with a wide, rounded lower body tapering into a long, slender neck. Diagon...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Lines Glass Top Console Table with Striped Glass Top

$4,606Sale Price / item|20% Off

Lines Glass Top Console Table with Striped Glass Top

Located in Paris, FR

Console table lines glass top with 23mm thickness colored striped glass top. On opaque titanium base. Also available with 23mm thickness clear glass top. Available in: L 120 x D 45 ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Console Tables

Materials

Glass

Pair of Midcentury Striped Blue Table Lamps

$4,800 / set

Pair of Midcentury Striped Blue Table Lamps

Located in New York, NY

Pair of circa 1960's Italian porcelain table lamps. Measurements: Height of body: 20" Height to shade rest: 30.5 Diameter: 6"

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Porcelain

Vintage Murano Glass Striped Table Lamps Lavender Plum

$6,400 / set

Vintage Murano Glass Striped Table Lamps Lavender Plum

Located in Smyrna, GA

Elegant circus tent-striped Venetian glass table lamps of PLUM and CREAM, laden with GOLD. The body can be inverted if one prefers slim side up – either way they’re smashing on their...

Category

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

Materials

Blown Glass

Layla Pink Striped Table Lamp by Serena Confalonieri

$1,945 / item

Layla Pink Striped Table Lamp by Serena Confalonieri

By MM Lampadari

Located in Milan, IT

A romantic, vintage-inspired palette of pink and green characterizes this marvelous glass table lamp, designed by Serena Confalonieri and inspired by ancient oil night lamps. Named a...

Category

2010s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

Mid Century Modern Stiffel Striped Pottery Table Lamp

$550

Mid Century Modern Stiffel Striped Pottery Table Lamp

By Stiffel

Located in Sarasota, FL

Lovely tall bottle form lamp in a striped decor. Brass and pottery. Fine condition

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Gordon Martz Studio Striped Ceramic Table Lamp, Signed

$900

Gordon Martz Studio Striped Ceramic Table Lamp, Signed

By Gordon Martz

Located in St. Louis, MO

Gordon Martz for Martz Studio striped ceramic table lamp, with original teak finial. Excellent condition, sold without a shade. 28.75 to top of finial.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Large Murano White Striped Horn Shape Table Lamp

$1,695

Large Murano White Striped Horn Shape Table Lamp

By Seguso Vetri d'Arte

Located in Delray Beach, FL

A stunning large striped and slightly swirled glass lamp. Unsure of exact studio but believed to be Vetri or Venini. Large scale horn design of white and clear Murano glass. Can be u...

Category

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

Materials

Murano Glass

Striped Italian Murano Glass Table Lamps, 1970's

$2,800 / set

Striped Italian Murano Glass Table Lamps, 1970's

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Pair of Murano glass and lucite table lamps from Italy, circa early 1970s. These unusual examples incorporate hues of purples and grays and sit atop square lucite bases. Measurement ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Glass, Lucite

Layla Light Blue Striped Table Lamp by Serena Confalonieri

$1,945 / item

Layla Light Blue Striped Table Lamp by Serena Confalonieri

By MM Lampadari

Located in Milan, IT

Inspired by ancient oil night lamps, this table lamp will imbue a contemporary interior with warmth and intimacy. Named after the Arabic word for "night", it will be ideally displaye...

Category

2010s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

Lightolier Heathered Taupe and Striped Pottery Table Lamp

$2,000Sale Price|20% Off

Lightolier Heathered Taupe and Striped Pottery Table Lamp

By Lightolier

Located in Chicago, IL

Modernist urn form table lamp with a heathered glaze pottery body, footed wood base and brass spacer. Brass stem with a three socket up light mechanism that was a Lightolier hallmark...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Metal

Pair of Striped Salt Glazed Pottery Table Lamps

$2,437Sale Price / set|25% Off

Pair of Striped Salt Glazed Pottery Table Lamps

Located in Chicago, IL

Hand thrown and glazed pottery bodies in organic earth tone stripping of red clay, browns and taupe. The bases are polished walnut. Sold sans shades.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Layla Red Striped

$1,945

Layla Red Striped

By MM Lampadari

Located in Milan, IT

Distinguished by a vibrant palette of reds and pinks, this handmade glass table lamp belongs to an exclusive series of lighting fixtures designed by Serena Confalonieri. Inspired by ...

Category

2010s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

Vintage Mazzega Murano Glass Ovoid Table Lamp – White Striped Glass

$1,900

Vintage Mazzega Murano Glass Ovoid Table Lamp – White Striped Glass

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Authentic vintage table lamp by Mazzega, featuring a sculptural ovoid (egg-shaped) form in hand-blown Murano glass. The shade displays a beautiful milky white finish with subtle vert...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Murano Glass

French Directoire Style Console Table in Cherry with blue striped Drawer

$2,231 / item

French Directoire Style Console Table in Cherry with blue striped Drawer

Located in Landivy, FR

This console is a handmade reproduction of the French Directoire Style at the end of the 18th century. This period is remarkable with its straight, classical and timeless lines. The ...

Category

2010s French Directoire Console Tables

Materials

Wood, Cherry

Barovier gold fleck striped handblown Murano Glass Table Lamp

$1,495

Barovier gold fleck striped handblown Murano Glass Table Lamp

By Barovier

Located in South Charleston, WV

7" wide, 28.5" tall. 100% original condition from the 1950's. By Barovier with all original hardware including base and scallop designed brass plate atop of the handblown glass. Love...

Category

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

Materials

Art Glass

Effetre International Vetri Murano Striped Pyramidal Table Lamp by Lino Tagliapi

$2,100

Effetre International Vetri Murano Striped Pyramidal Table Lamp by Lino Tagliapi

By Vetri, Lino Tagliapietra, Effetre International Company

Located in Miami, FL

Effetre International Vetri Murano Striped Pyramidal Table Lamp by Lino Tagliapi Offered for sale is a striking white blown Murano glass pyramid-form table lamp deigned by Lino ...

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Justfurnituress Art Deco Brass & Murano Glass Table Lamp, Striped Shade

$2,232 / item

Justfurnituress Art Deco Brass & Murano Glass Table Lamp, Striped Shade

Located in Guazzora, IT

Sculptural table lamp designed and produced by Justfurnituress, made entirely of brass with decorative Murano glass inserts. The central body features an architectural brass column w...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Design Technics Ceramic Brown and White Striped Glaze Table Lamp

$1,700Sale Price|26% Off

Design Technics Ceramic Brown and White Striped Glaze Table Lamp

By Design Technics

Located in Brooklyn, NY

An understated pottery lamp by Design Technics with rippled layers in chocolate brown and off-white/cream and finished with a faint (nearly-matte) glaze. *height of ceramic body: 1...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Scandinavian Modern Teak, Brass and Striped Glass Table Lamp, 1960s

$440

Scandinavian Modern Teak, Brass and Striped Glass Table Lamp, 1960s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Table lamp composed of a solid teak base with brass pin-inserts and a striped angled single layered glass shade. It was designed and manufactured anonymously in Scandinavia during th...

Category

Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Teak

Danish Modern Striped Hourglass Table Lamp, E & J Andersen, 1960s

$1,128Sale Price|20% Off

Danish Modern Striped Hourglass Table Lamp, E & J Andersen, 1960s

By Eva & Johannes Andersen

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Graphic midcentury Scandinavian organic modern vertically striped ceramic table lamp designed and manufactured by Danish studio pottery couple Eva and Johannes Andersen in the 1960s....

Category

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

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware

Lolli Table Lamp in Striped Hand Blown Glass by Studio Monsoleil

$1,292 / item

Lolli Table Lamp in Striped Hand Blown Glass by Studio Monsoleil

Located in Geneve, CH

Lolli Table Lamp in Striped Hand Blown Glass by Studio Monsoleil Dimensions: Ø 24 x H 28 cm. Materials: Hand-blown glass. Available in plain and striped hand-blown glass. Prices may...

Category

2010s Turkish Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Blown Glass

Brown Striped Ceramic Table Lamp, Custom Made Emboidered Lampshade by R. Houben

$3,408

Brown Striped Ceramic Table Lamp, Custom Made Emboidered Lampshade by R. Houben

Located in Rijssen, NL

Beautiful Large ceramic table lamp, 1970s. This lamp base brings refined elegance and rich visual appeal to any interior. With its beautiful shape, it offers a unique presence. T...

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Ceramic Table Lamp - Brown & Green Striped Glaze - 1960s Belgium

$1,712

Mid-Century Ceramic Table Lamp - Brown & Green Striped Glaze - 1960s Belgium

Located in ROUEN, Normandie

Mid-Century Ceramic Table Lamp - Brown & Green Striped Glaze - 1960s Belgium Rare and elegant 1960s Belgian ceramic lamp featuring an uncommon vertical stripe motif, created through...

Category

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

Materials

Enamel

Pair of Danish Modern Ceramic and Wood Striped Table Lamps

$1,210 / set

Pair of Danish Modern Ceramic and Wood Striped Table Lamps

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Vintage pair of Scandinavian Modern, Danish style ceramic lamps feature large ceramic bodies with round black metal bases and ebonized wood tops. Tall, sculptural white ceramic bodi...

Category

20th Century American Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Pair of Large 1970s Peill & Putzler Striped Silky Glass Mushroom Table Lamps

$952 / set

Pair of Large 1970s Peill & Putzler Striped Silky Glass Mushroom Table Lamps

By Peill & Putzler

Located in London, England

Pair of 1970s Large German Peill & Putzler opaque white and striped glass mushroom shaped table lamps. The darker frosted stripe runs over the entire body of the lamps at varyin...

Category

Vintage 1970s German Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Lightolier Hand Thrown Stippled Glaze and Striped Pottery Table Lamp

$1,687Sale Price|25% Off

Lightolier Hand Thrown Stippled Glaze and Striped Pottery Table Lamp

By Lightolier

Located in Chicago, IL

Hand thrown pottery table lamp attributed to Lightolier, with oriental urn shaped ceramic body glazed in speckled cream with taupe banding stripes. Three socket cluster which was a c...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Metal

Gunnar Borg Green and Teal Striped Ceramic Table Lamp, Sweden, 1960s

$1,762

Gunnar Borg Green and Teal Striped Ceramic Table Lamp, Sweden, 1960s

By Gunnar Borg

Located in The Hague, NL

This rare table lamp was designed by Gunnar Borg and produced in the 1960s by his own ceramic workshop, Gunnars Keramik, in Höganäs, Sweden. The piece is signed on the bottom of the ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware, Fabric

Italian Striped Midcentury Lamp

$3,800

Italian Striped Midcentury Lamp

Located in New York, NY

A circa 1960 Italian ceramic lamp. Measurements: Height of body: 20" Height to shade rest: 32" Diameter: 10.5"

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

Blue Gray Striped Ceramic Table Lamp, Custom Made Silk Lampshade by R. Houben

$3,643

Blue Gray Striped Ceramic Table Lamp, Custom Made Silk Lampshade by R. Houben

Located in Rijssen, NL

Beautiful Large ceramic table lamp, 1970s. This lamp base brings refined elegance and rich visual appeal to any interior. With its beautiful shape, it offers a unique presence. T...

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Mid-Century Danish Modern Striped Pottery Table Lamps Italy

$1,495 / set

Pair of Mid-Century Danish Modern Striped Pottery Table Lamps Italy

By Bitossi

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Beautiful and well-crafted pottery lamps. Earth tone colors with walnut plinth bases. In excellent vintage condition with minimal wear. Attributed to Danish manufactures. Beautiful ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Pottery

Marianne Starck for Andersen Vintage Grey Striped Ceramic Table Lamp, 1960s

$526Sale Price|40% Off

Marianne Starck for Andersen Vintage Grey Striped Ceramic Table Lamp, 1960s

By Michael Andersen & Son, Marianne Starck

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Modernist, striped Danish mid-century chamotte clay stoneware table lamp. Hand-carved vertical lines in the raw clay interchanged with the light grey shiny glazed lines around the be...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Stoneware, Pottery

Stig Lindberg Pink And Red Striped Faience Table Lamp, Gustavsberg, Sweden 1950s

$2,115

Stig Lindberg Pink And Red Striped Faience Table Lamp, Gustavsberg, Sweden 1950s

By Stig Lindberg, Gustavsberg, Loro Piana

Located in The Hague, NL

This striking, elegant table lamp was designed by Stig Lindberg and produced by Gustavsberg Studio in Sweden in the 1950s. The lamp is marked on the bottom of the base with the maker...

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Faience, Linen

Anna-Lisa Thomson Art Deco Striped Ceramic Table Lamp by Upsala-Ekeby. 1930s.

$1,790

Anna-Lisa Thomson Art Deco Striped Ceramic Table Lamp by Upsala-Ekeby. 1930s.

By Upsala Ekeby, Anna-Lisa Thomson

Located in Bromma, SE

Swedish Modern Art Deco Stoneware Table Lamp with a Striped pattern in yellow and brown tones. Glossy Gold-Brown and Yellow Horizontal Relief Lines. A thin glaze reveals the clay's c...

Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Earthenware, Ceramic

Pair of 1970s Space Age Peill & Putzler Striped Opaque Glass Mushroom Table Lamp

$657Sale Price / set|25% Off

Pair of 1970s Space Age Peill & Putzler Striped Opaque Glass Mushroom Table Lamp

By Peill & Putzler

Located in London, England

Pair of 1970s German Peill & Putzler opaque white and striped glass mushroom shaped table lamps. The darker frosted stripe runs over the entire body of the lamp at varying degre...

Category

Mid-20th Century German Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Glass, Opaline Glass

Large Midcentury Striped Blue Lamp

$4,200

Large Midcentury Striped Blue Lamp

Located in New York, NY

A circa 1960 Italian blue striped lamp. Measurements: Height of body: 23" Height to shade rest: 36" Diameter: 7"

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

American Ceramic Tall Bullet Striped Lustre Glazed Brown Toned Table Lamp

$4,200

American Ceramic Tall Bullet Striped Lustre Glazed Brown Toned Table Lamp

Located in Queens, NY

Mid-Century American ceramic table lamp in tall bullet form with a funnel neck, lustre glazed in speckled orange, rust and metallic gold stripes, topped with a molded wood circular c...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Large Mid-Century Brass Striped Fabric Crow Foot Table Light, Austria 1950s

$1,104

Large Mid-Century Brass Striped Fabric Crow Foot Table Light, Austria 1950s

Located in Steinheim am Albuch, BW

The elegant table lamp made of brass and metal is equipped with a tapered, striped fabric shade (which can be adjusted to different positions as required) and still comes the origina...

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

Materials

Brass, Metal

1970s Blue and Yellow Striped Danish Ceramic Table Lamp by Søholm, Denmark

$1,539

1970s Blue and Yellow Striped Danish Ceramic Table Lamp by Søholm, Denmark

By Søholm Stentøj

Located in København K, 84

Rare 1970s danish ceramic table lamp by Søholm, Denmark with vertical striped blue and yellow glaze. Excellent condition. Comes with 110 v or 220 v plug. Søholm Stentøj (Søholm ston...

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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Striped Ceramic Table Lamp by Svend Aage Holm-Sørensen for Søholm, 1960s

$875

Striped Ceramic Table Lamp by Svend Aage Holm-Sørensen for Søholm, 1960s

By Søholm Stentøj

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Striped ceramic table lamp designed by Svend Aage Holm-Sørensen. Slate grey main glaze decorated with vertical white stripes. Manufactured by Søholm in Denmark from 1956-1960. Remini...

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Table Lamp with striped Shade, attributed to LEUCOS, Italy, Mid-20th Century

$4,113

Table Lamp with striped Shade, attributed to LEUCOS, Italy, Mid-20th Century

By Leucos

Located in Greding, DE

A decorative table lamp featuring a beehive-shaped glass shade with spiral ribbing. The translucent glass is interwoven with fine colored stripes, creating a dynamic, almost organic ...

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

Materials

Metal

Art Pottery Brown Striped Table Lamp by Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios

$3,200

Art Pottery Brown Striped Table Lamp by Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios

By Marshall Studios, Gordon Martz

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Large, art pottery table lamp by Gordon Martz for Marshall Studios features a muted gray, striped base with teak neck and finial. The lamp is 24.5 inches height to the socket.

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

Materials

Brass

Jill Rosenwald Ceramic Striped Lamp

$475

Jill Rosenwald Ceramic Striped Lamp

Located in Tarrytown, NY

Jill Rosenwald handmade in Boston, ceramic striped lamp. Hand painted.

Category

2010s Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

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Striped Dining Table For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic striped dining table available at 1stDibs. Each striped dining table for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using ceramic, glass and metal. If you’re shopping for a striped dining table, we have 178 options in-stock, while there are 15 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect striped dining table — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A striped dining table, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Art Deco style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made striped dining table has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Gordon & Jane Martz, Fort Standard and Peill & Putzler are consistently popular.

How Much is a Striped Dining Table?

Prices for a striped dining table can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $262 and can go as high as $21,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,250.

Finding the Right Table-lamps for You

Well-crafted antique and vintage table lamps do more than provide light; the right fixture-and-table combination can add a focal point or creative element to any interior.

Proper table lamps have long been used for lighting our most intimate spaces. Perfect for lighting your nightstand or reading nook, table lamps play an integral role in styling an inviting room. In the years before electricity, lamps used oil. Today, a rewired 19th-century vintage lamp can still provide a touch of elegance for a study.

After industrial milestones such as mass production took hold in the Victorian era, various design movements sought to bring craftsmanship and innovation back to this indispensable household item. Lighting designers affiliated with Art Deco, which originated in the glamorous roaring ’20s, sought to celebrate modern life by fusing modern metals with dark woods and dazzling colors in the fixtures of the era. The geometric shapes and gilded details of vintage Art Deco table lamps provide an air of luxury and sophistication that never goes out of style.

After launching in 1934, Anglepoise lamps soon became a favorite among modernist architects and designers, who interpreted the fixture as “a machine for lighting,” just as Le Corbusier had reimagined the house as “a machine for living in.” The popular task light owed to a collaboration between a vehicle-suspension engineer by the name of George Carwardine and a West Midlands springs manufacturer, Herbert Terry & Sons.

Some mid-century modern table lamps, particularly those created by the likes of Joe Colombo and the legendary lighting artisans at Fontana Arte, bear all the provocative hallmarks associated with Space Age design. Sculptural and versatile, the Louis Poulsen table lamps of that period were revolutionary for their time and still seem innovative today.

If you are looking for something more contemporary, industrial table lamps are demonstrative of a newly chic style that isn’t afraid to pay homage to the past. They look particularly at home in any rustic loft space amid exposed brick and steel beams.

Before you buy a desk lamp or table lamp for your living room, consider your lighting needs. The Snoopy lamp, designed in 1967, or any other “banker’s lamp” (shorthand for the Emeralite desk lamps patented by H.G. McFaddin and Company), provides light at a downward angle that is perfect for writing, while the Fontana table lamp and the beloved Grasshopper lamp by Greta Magnusson-Grossman each yield a soft and even glow. Some table lamps require lampshades to be bought separately.

Whether it’s a classic antique Tiffany table lamp, a Murano glass table lamp or even a bold avant-garde fixture custom-made by a contemporary design firm, the right table lamp can completely transform a room. Find the right one for you on 1stDibs.

Questions About Striped Dining Table

What is the best dining table?
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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.
What is the narrowest A dining table can be?
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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.
What is the height of a dining table?
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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.
How wide should a dining table be?
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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.
Is a dining table necessary?
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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.
How high should a dining table be?
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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.
How thick should a dining table be?
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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.
What is an MCM dining table?
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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.
What is a dining table with leaf?
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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.
What are the chairs at a dining table called?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
The 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.
What is a draw leaf dining table?
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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.
What is the best width for a dining table?
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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.
How long should a bench be for a dining table?
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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.
Are ceramic dining tables good?
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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.
How can I identify my antique dining table?
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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.
Do chairs have to match the dining table?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room chairs and dining tables do not necessarily have to match.
Are extendable dining tables worth it?
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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.
Is a round dining table practical?
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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.
How tall is the typical dining table?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room tables are typically 30 inches high.
What is the best wood for a dining table?
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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.