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Rectangular glass dining table from the 1980s.
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rectangular glass dining table from the 1980s. This table features a black lacquered aluminium base
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Vintage 1980s European Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Geometric German Glass and Brass Coffee Table by Peter Ghyczy, 1980's
By Peter Ghyczy
Located in Saarbrücken, SL
Original glass table from the 1980's - Germany.
Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Simple Side Tables Chrome Glass, 1980s
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Art Deco nightstands or side tables from the 1980s.
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Vintage 1980s Danish Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Chrome

Pink Veined Granite Coffee Table, 1980s
Located in Langemark-Poelkapelle, BE
Vintage granite coffee table from the 1980s-1990s. Pink veined granite! Top and base separately
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Vintage 1980s Belgian Minimalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Granite

Pink Veined Granite Coffee Table, 1980s
Pink Veined Granite Coffee Table, 1980s
H 13.78 in W 39.38 in D 39.38 in
Solid Chrome and Stone Table
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A vintage heavy chrome table from the 1980´s.
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Vintage 1980s Danish Industrial Sofa Tables

Materials

Granite

Solid Chrome and Stone Table
Solid Chrome and Stone Table
H 17.72 in W 39.38 in D 39.38 in
Rosenthal "Talete" Side Table, Ghianda & Regondi, 1980s
By Rosenthal, Pierluigi Ghianda
Located in Neuss, NW
Talete side table from the 1980s by Gabriele Regondi & Pierluigi for Rosenthal. Solid black stained
Category

Vintage 1980s German Console Tables

Materials

Ash

Hollywood Regency Tessellated Stone or White Marble Console Table or Sofa Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A vintage stone veneer console table from the 1980's. It features off white colored stone with
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Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Console Tables

Materials

Stone, Marble

Wooden coffee table
Located in PARIS, FR
Free-form solid elm coffee table from the 1980s. In very good condition. LP337
Category

Mid-20th Century Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Elm

Wooden coffee table
Wooden coffee table
H 15.36 in W 45.28 in D 23.23 in
Wooden coffee table
Located in PARIS, FR
Free-form solid elm coffee table from the 1980s. In very good condition. LP337
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Mid-20th Century Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Elm

Wooden coffee table
Wooden coffee table
H 15.36 in W 45.28 in D 23.23 in
Italian Travertine Coffee Table, 1980s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Very nice Italian coffee table from the 1980s, handcrafted out of travertine. A glass plate and
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Travertine

Italian Travertine Coffee Table, 1980s
Italian Travertine Coffee Table, 1980s
H 17.72 in W 37.41 in D 37.41 in
Mid Century Italian Coffee Table 1980s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unleash sophistication with this distinctive Italian coffee table from the 1980s. Featuring brass
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Postmodern Sculptural Coffee Table, Black Faux Marble and Glass, 1980s
Located in Zagreb, HR
Postmodern clear glass coffee table from the 1980s Beautiful contemporary reinterpretation of
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Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Cast Stone

Solid Oak Postmodern Trestle Dining / Conference Extra Large Table, Circa 1980's
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Solid oak extra long trestle base dining table / conference table from the 1980's. Very thick oak
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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Vintage Italian Brass and Glass Side Table 1980s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Vintage Italian Brass Side Table from the 1980s boasts a sleek and sophisticated design
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Marble and Brass Side Tables
Located in PARIS, FR
Marble and Brass Side Table from the 1980s. The tabletop is gray marble, and the base is made of
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Mid-20th Century Tables

Materials

Marble

Marble and Brass Side Tables
Marble and Brass Side Tables
H 23.82 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in
Paul Kingma Style Coffee Table of Dark Stained Oak with Slate Top Denmark 1980s
By Paul Kingma
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Brutalist Paul Kingma style slate-topped coffee table from the 1980s. The frame is made of dark
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Vintage 1980s Danish Brutalist Side Tables

Materials

Slate

Acid Etched Brass Belgian Coffee Table
By Lova Creation
Located in Montreal, QC
Great vintage acid etched brass Belgian coffee table from the 1980s, set on a black painted metal
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Vintage 1980s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Acid Etched Brass Belgian Coffee Table
Acid Etched Brass Belgian Coffee Table
H 14 in W 48.75 in D 29 in
Midcentury Italian Postmodern Murano Vetri Glass Table Lamp in Pink & White
By Murano 5, Vetri
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A gorgeous Italian art glass table from the 1980s. The lamp features a hand blown glass body
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Italian Oversize Oval Dining Table 1980s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Experience timeless elegance with our Mid Century Oval Oversize Dining Table from the 1980s. This
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Chrome

Side table or pedestal table in Memphis granite
Located in PARIS, FR
Terrazzo and brass side table from the 1980s. The tabletop is made of white and gray marble, while
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Mid-20th Century Side Tables

Materials

Granite

Pair of 2 Midcentury Side Tables, 1980s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Pair of 2 midcentury Side Tables from the 1980s is a stylish set that embodies the essence of
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Pair of 2 Midcentury Side Tables, 1980s
Pair of 2 Midcentury Side Tables, 1980s
H 20 in W 22.5 in D 22.5 in
Vintage Set of Danish 1980´S Oak Sidetables
Located in Copenhagen, DK
A vintage set of Danish oak side tables from the 1980s, exuding retro charm and character. These
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Vintage 1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Vintage Set of Danish 1980´S Oak Sidetables
Vintage Set of Danish 1980´S Oak Sidetables
H 12.21 in W 20.87 in D 20.87 in
Postmodern Two Tier Glass Side Table with Wood Base, Italy 1980s
Located in Chicago, IL
An Italian Postmodern wood and glass two tier side table from the 1980s. This table is composed of
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Mid Century Post Modern Round or Circular Dining Table in White with Relief Side
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A simple and artsy design circular dining table from the 1980's. It features laminate construction
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Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Laminate

Ghianda & Regondi "Talete" desk for Rosenthal, 1980s
By Pierluigi Ghianda, Rosenthal
Located in Neuss, NW
Talete desk/dining table from the 1980s by Pierluigi Ghianda and Gabriele Regondi for Rosenthal
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Vintage 1980s German Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wire

Flower Travertine Coffee Table
Located in London, GB
This exquisite Italian travertine coffee table from the 1980s boasts a unique and rare cut flower
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Travertine

Flower Travertine Coffee Table
Flower Travertine Coffee Table
H 19.69 in W 46.86 in D 46.86 in
Postmodern Pedestal or Plant Stand, Italy 1990s
Located in Zagreb, HR
Postmodern pedestal table from the 1980s/1990s Unknown manufacturer The base is made of pink
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Late 20th Century European Post-Modern Pedestals

Materials

Concrete, Marble, Metal

Pair of Travertine Tables, 1980, Italy, C.I.M
Located in Nice, FR
Pair of travertine tables from the 1980s, travertine marquetry with brown stone inlay on the top
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20th Century Italian Other Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Travertine

Pair of Travertine Tables, 1980, Italy, C.I.M
Pair of Travertine Tables, 1980, Italy, C.I.M
H 19.69 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in
Midcentury Italian Marble Coffee Table, 1980s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The midcentury Italian Marble Coffee Table from the 1980s features a sleek design with a luxurious
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

1980s Scandinavian Square Coffee Table
Located in Brescia, IT
Sofa table with an original square shape from the 1980s... A Scandinavian style coffee table
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Vintage 1980s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Oak

1980s Scandinavian Square Coffee Table
1980s Scandinavian Square Coffee Table
H 19.3 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
20th Century Metal and Glass Italian Design Side Table, 1980
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Italian design side table from the 1980s. Silver and gilt metal furniture with two glass shelves
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Side Tables

Materials

Metal

1980s Laminated waterfall Scroll table by Jeffrey Craig
By Karl Springer
Located in Toronto, CA
A large vintage laminated waterfall scroll coffee table from the 1980s. It was created in Canada by
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Vintage 1980s Canadian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Laminate

20th Century Exotic Wood Italian Design Table, 1980
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Italian design table from the 1980s. Exotic wood and woven wood furniture of beautiful lines and
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Tables

Materials

Wood

Karl Springer Style Mid-Century Modern Textured Console Table, 1980
By Karl Springer
Located in Miami, FL
Karl Springer attributed Mid-Century Modern long lacquered Fabric waterfall console table from the
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Fabric, Wood

20th Century Wicker Italian Round Coffee Table, 1980
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Italian coffee table from the 1980s. Round wicker furniture of beautiful line and pleasant decor
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Late 20th Century Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wicker

20th Century Metal and Glass French Design Coffee Table, 1980
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
French design coffee table from the 1980s. Metal and opaque glass furniture of beautiful line and
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Vintage 1980s French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Midcentury Italian Set of 4 Chairs and Marble Table, 1980s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The midcentury Italian set of four chairs and marble table from the 1980s offers a blend of
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Marble, Metal, Brass

Midcentury Italian Green and Brass Coffee Table 1980s by Sergio Bucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The midcentury Italian square coffee table from the 1980s, designed by Sergio Bucci, is a stunning
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

1980s Roberta di Camerino Print Linen Placemats
By Roberta Di Camerino
Located in London, GB
to be a timeless addition to your dining table. Condition: vintage 1980s, very good Dimensions
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1980s Italian For The Table

Gucci 1980's Desk Paper Weight
By Gucci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
the burgundy and gold color paring. Vintage, from the 1980's, engraved on the back with 'GUCCI ITALY
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1980s European For The Desk

20th Century Wood Modern Italian Living Room Coffee Table, 1980
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Great Italian coffee table from the 1980s. Cherry veneered design furniture of exceptional size and
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Vintage 1980s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Vintage Italian Marble and Glass Dining Table
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This beautiful Italian marble dining table from the 1980s boasts a unique and elegant design. The
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Marble

Mid-Century Modern Rectangular Lucite, Chrome and Glass Coffee Table
Located in Buchanan, NY
A handsome French coffee table from the 1980s, featuring a lucite and chrome frame that exudes
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Chrome

TAITU Milano 62-pc Italian Mix Pattern San Marco Intermezzo Dinnerware Set
Located in Boston, MA
-1980s for one intimate dinner party in a UES townhouse. The dinner was a success, and the set was packed
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20th Century Italian For The Table

Pair of Portuguese Side Tables in Oak, 1980s
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
This pair of Portuguese side tables from the 1980s exemplifies the sleek and functional aesthetic
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Vintage 1980s Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Glass, Teak

Kluskens New Phoenix Dining Table
Located in Nederweert, NL
The 'New Phoenix' table is based on our 'Phoenix' table from the 1980s. The shapes have become
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2010s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Kluskens New Phoenix Dining Table
Kluskens New Phoenix Dining Table
H 29.93 in W 102.37 in D 41.34 in
Alain Delon Travertine, Brass and Gold Dining Table, France, 1980s
By Maison Jansen, Roche Bobois, Alain Delon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
. This is an unique, hard to get and very high end dining table from the 1980s by one of the most famous
Category

Vintage 1980s French Hollywood Regency Dining Room Sets

Materials

Travertine, Metal, Gold Plate, Brass

Primitive Cedar Wood Roundtable From Central Yucatan, 1980´s
Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato
that was used, its wear and age, the color scheme palette, and the vein patterns within the table´s
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Vintage 1980s Mexican Country Lowboys

Materials

Cedar

Pr Tilt Top Tables from the Sir Humphrey Wakefield Collection for Baker C 1980's
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in New York, NY
Spectacular pair of tilt top tea tables both marked Baker Sir Humphrey Wakefield Collection. These
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Vintage 1980s American Georgian Card Tables and Tea Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Jimeco Ltda Parchment Pedestal Center Table 1980's
By Jimeco ltda
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Jimeco parchment center table with circular goatskin top and pedestal with parchment overlay
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Vintage 1980s Colombian Mid-Century Modern Center Tables

Materials

Goatskin, Wood, Parchment Paper

1980s Minimalist Steel Table from Yankee Stadium
Located in Sagaponack, NY
A masterfully fabricated and generously scaled rectilinear polished steel console table from New
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Vintage 1980s American Industrial Console Tables

Materials

Steel

Ladies desk from HIKOR, 1980´s, Czechoslovakia
Located in Prague 8, CZ
A Simple beech wood writing desk from the HIKOR Písek company, 1980´s, Czechoslovakia The design is
Category

Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Beech

 Ladies desk from HIKOR, 1980´s, Czechoslovakia
 Ladies desk from HIKOR, 1980´s, Czechoslovakia
H 29.93 in W 43.31 in D 17.72 in
Table Lamp, Model Ribbon, of Italian Design by Morosini from the 1980s
By Morosini
Located in Lejre, DK
Table lamp, model Ribbon, of Italian design by Morosini from the 1980s. The lamp is with a black
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Other Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Ladies Desk from Hikor, 1980´S, Czechoslovakia
Located in Prague 8, CZ
A Simple beech wood writing desk from the HIKOR Písek company, 1980´s, Czechoslovakia The design
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Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood, Beech

Ladies Desk from Hikor, 1980´S, Czechoslovakia
Ladies Desk from Hikor, 1980´S, Czechoslovakia
H 29.93 in W 43.31 in D 17.72 in
Sculptural Brass Art Table Lamp 1980's Belgium
Located in London, GB
Sculptural Brutalist table lamp designed and manufactured by an Abstract artists and sculptor from
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Vintage 1980s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Brass

Pair of Vintage 1980's Alabaster Table Lamps
Located in London, GB
An exquisite pair of 1980's white alabaster urn-style table lamps. These vintage treasures boast a
Category

Vintage 1980s Table Lamps

Materials

Alabaster

Majestic Postmodern Design Console Entrance Table Custom Circa 1980's
Located in San Diego, CA
-made console table crafted meticulously in the 1980s. Designed to captivate the eye and elevate any
Category

20th Century American Post-Modern Console Tables

Materials

Cherry, Mahogany

German Modern Table Lamp Mod. One from the Heart by Ingo Maurer, 1980s
By Ingo Maurer
Located in MIlano, IT
German modern table lamp mod. One From The Heart by Ingo Maurer, 1980s Elegant and fantastic table
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Vintage 1980s German Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Minimal Pair of Identical Side Tables from Belgium, 1980s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Minimal pair of identical side tables from Belgium, designed and manufactured in the 1980s. This
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Vintage 1980s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Glass

Coffee Table from Czechoslovakia, 1980s
Located in Prague 8, CZ
This coffee table was made in the former Czechoslovakia in the 1980’s. It´s made of dark stained
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Late 20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Beech

Coffee Table from Czechoslovakia, 1980s
Coffee Table from Czechoslovakia, 1980s
H 20.48 in W 29.14 in D 29.14 in
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Tables From The 1980s For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of tables from the 1980s available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, wood and glass, all tables from the 1980s available were constructed with great care. We have 2898 antique and vintage tables from the 1980s in-stock, while there are 210 modern editions to choose from as well. Tables from the 1980s have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. mid-century modern, modern and Hollywood Regency tables from the 1980s are consistently popular styles. There have been many well-made tables from the 1980s over the years, but those made by Memphis Milano, Memphis Group and Baker Furniture Company are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Tables From The 1980s?

Prices for tables from the 1980s start at $1 and top out at $573,486 with the average selling for $2,515.
Questions About Tables From The 1980s
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    Bold, head-turning looks were in fashion during the 1980s. It was the decade of bright electric neon colors as well as suits, jackets, tops and dresses with shoulder pads. The aerobics and fitness craze of the ’80s spilled over into fashion, with people sporting leg warmers, headbands and leggings as everyday apparel. Punk culture also influenced style, with leather jackets, fishnet stockings and chunky metal jewelry being favored by some. Denim looks of the time were often baggy and flaunted acid washes. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of vintage apparel and accessories from the 1980s.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, although Versace remains one of the top fashion houses of today, the 1980s are considered the heyday of Versace. Campaigns included top supermodels of the time, including Kate Moss and Claudia Schiffer, and were shot by the top photographers Richard Avedon and Bruce Weber. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary Versace apparel and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    What 1980s style is called varies. There isn't a single style that represents the entire decade. Rather, style trends included punk, preppy, new wave, athletic, skater and hip-hop styles. Find a selection of vintage clothing and accessories from the 1980s on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
    How much a Chanel bag was in 1980 varied by style. The iconic Chanel Classic Flap Bag retailed for around $1,000. Due to inflation and increased demand for the bags, the price rose over the years. By 1990, the price had risen to $1,150, and twenty years later, it had soared to $2,850. When it was first released in 1952, the same bag cost $220. Shop a wide range of vintage Chanel bags on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    Yes, plaid was popular in the 1980s. Interestingly, it was a signature feature of two very different styles that trended during the decade. Plaid appeared on pleated skirts and blazers, common among the preppy set. In addition, many in the punk subculture sported plaid pants and dresses. Find a wide variety of 1980s apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    The main difference between a bistro table and a pub table is the size. A bistro table is usually around 28 to 36 inches tall, so you can sit at it with a standard dining chair. Often, people pair bistro chairs with bistro tables. A pub table is taller at around 40 to 44 inches and requires a pub-height chair or stool for comfortable seating. Find a variety of pub and bistro tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    The difference between a billiard table and a pool table is primarily the size. The basic dimensions of a billiard table are usually 10’ by 5’, whereas a pool table is a relatively smaller structure, as they’re usually 3.5’ by 7’. An additional way that these tables differ from each other is the absence of pockets on the billiard table. Shop a range of billiard and pool tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    The main difference between a drawing table and a drafting table is adjustability. Typically, drawing table writing surfaces are stationary, while most drafting tables can be tilted and moved up and down. However, some people use the terms drawing and drafting table interchangeably to describe any table with a tilted writing surface. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of drafting tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    While both pieces are relatively new to the furniture world, the main difference between them are their shapes. A cocktail table is generally square or rectangular in shape, while a coffee table tends to be oval or circular in shape. You can shop a collection of furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    There are two differences between end tables and side tables: function and size. Typically, end tables go beside a chair or at opposite ends of a sofa and have smaller tabletops, while side tables go toward the sides of seating areas or against walls and feature a larger surface area. However, many people use the words side and end tables interchangeably, so these differences may not always apply. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of end and side tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019

    The difference between a sofa table and a coffee table is that a sofa table is always behind the sofa and a coffee table is in front of it. Additionally, a sofa table is the same height as the sofa and a coffee table is much shorter.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    Yes, end tables are generally taller than coffee tables.

    The term “end table” is frequently used interchangeably with “coffee table,” and while these two furnishings have much in common, each table type offers its own distinctive benefits in your space.

    Your end table is likely going to stand as tall as the arms of your sofa, and its depth will match the seating. These attributes allow for tucking the table neatly at the end of your sofa in order to provide an elevated surface between your seating and the wall. End tables are accent pieces — they’re a close cousin to side tables, but side tables, not unlike the show-stealing low-profile coffee table, are intended to be positioned prominently and have more to do with the flow and design of a room than an end table, which does a great job but does it out of the way of everything else.

    Find all kinds of antique and vintage tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs 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. 

  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A bistro table is a small table with a round tabletop that is typically 24 inches in diameter and a height of just under 30 inches. The standard bistro table comes with two chairs and is available in a range of materials, styles, and colors. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary bistro tables from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A bobbin table is a table that features tightly turned legs that almost appear beaded from a distance. Depending on its size, a bobbin table may function as a coffee table, side table or console table. Normally, the tables feature at least one lower shelf. You'll find a selection of bobbin tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    A Biergarten table is a dining table inspired by the traditional furnishings used to decorate beer gardens in Germany. Typically, the design includes a wood top and metal frame. Some also feature attached benches. Find a selection of dining tables on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A butterfly table is a table that features a fold-out design that allows you to expand the table surface when needed. The name refers to the butterfly-like motion of the table leaf as it is folded out. Shop a collection of beautifully crafted butterfly tables from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A bouillotte table is a small round wooden table originally used for playing cards. Many examples have pull-out felted trays on two sides for players to rest their hands and two drawers for storing decks of cards and other items. In addition, the tables usually have metal gallery rails along their tops to keep cards from slipping off. On 1stDibs, shop a range of bouillotte tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A butler's table is a small table, usually used as an end table or in the corner of your living room. It features removable or fixed trays for extra storage when necessary. Shop a range of antique and vintage tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A pedestal table is a table that has a central support pillar or column, rather than legs. Pedestal tables are quite sturdy but they can be very heavy given the pillar.