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Joseph Urban Dining Set
Joseph Urban Dining Set

Joseph Urban Dining Set

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Unique Amoeba Shaped Dining Table with 6 chairs.

Category

20th Century Swedish Dining Room Tables

Paul Evans Rare Skyscraper Dining Table in Bronze Resin 1972 (Signed and Dated)
Paul Evans Rare Skyscraper Dining Table in Bronze Resin 1972 (Signed and Dated)

Paul Evans Rare Skyscraper Dining Table in Bronze Resin 1972 (Signed and Dated)

By Paul Evans

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Large and unique "Skyscraper Dining Table" in textured bronze resin with thick slab design and

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Bronze

Modern Style Custom Natural Round Oak Top Dining Table with Yves Kline Blue Base
Modern Style Custom Natural Round Oak Top Dining Table with Yves Kline Blue Base

Modern Style Custom Natural Round Oak Top Dining Table with Yves Kline Blue Base

By Knoll, Ettore Sottsass, Reeves Design + Art

Located in Houston, TX

Unique custom round dining table with an Yves Kline blue steel base. The top is made from light

Category

2010s American Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Spalted Beech book-matched Tabletop by Jonathan Field. Unique
Spalted Beech book-matched Tabletop by Jonathan Field. Unique

Spalted Beech book-matched Tabletop by Jonathan Field. Unique

By Jonathan Field

Located in London, GB

This tabletop is a work in progress. It is made from two pieces of book-matched beech that have been joined along its length in the centre. For the legs, there are a number of differ...

Category

2010s British Organic Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Beech

Antique Arts & Crafts Leaded Glass Table Lamp, Attr. Unique & Handel, circa 1920
Antique Arts & Crafts Leaded Glass Table Lamp, Attr. Unique & Handel, circa 1920

Antique Arts & Crafts Leaded Glass Table Lamp, Attr. Unique & Handel, circa 1920

By Unique Art Glass Company

Located in Big Flats, NY

An antique Arts & Crafts table lamp offers leaded slag glass dome form shade having band of flowers

Category

Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Full Floral "Apple Blossom" Leaded Glass Table Lamp by Unique Art Glass Co
Full Floral "Apple Blossom" Leaded Glass Table Lamp by Unique Art Glass Co

Full Floral "Apple Blossom" Leaded Glass Table Lamp by Unique Art Glass Co

By Unique Art Glass Company

Located in Petaluma, CA

This very colorful and well designed leaded glass lamp was done by The Unique Art Glass Company

Category

Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Stained Glass

Unique Art Deco Adjustable Cocktail to Dining Table
Unique Art Deco Adjustable Cocktail to Dining Table

Unique Art Deco Adjustable Cocktail to Dining Table

Located in North York, ON

This Art Deco style cocktail or dining table is a truly amazing piece! The table is crafted out of

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Tables

Materials

Cherry

Mid-Century Modern Saporiti Italia Italian Dining Table and Set of Six Chairs
Mid-Century Modern Saporiti Italia Italian Dining Table and Set of Six Chairs

Mid-Century Modern Saporiti Italia Italian Dining Table and Set of Six Chairs

By Saporiti, Giovanni Offredi

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is a completely unique and rare dining table and chairs designed by Giovanni

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

Italian Glass Table
Italian Glass Table

Italian Glass Table

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Unique Italian tempered glass dining table with oval top. Table top rests on two adjustable molded

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Dining Room Tables

Materials

Glass

Expanding Steel & Glass Table
Expanding Steel & Glass Table

Expanding Steel & Glass Table

Located in Alhambra, CA

1960s expanding dining room table. Fully restored in-house with new chrome powder coat finish on

Category

Vintage 1960s Dining Room Tables

Materials

Steel

Italian Draw Leaf Extension Table
Italian Draw Leaf Extension Table

Italian Draw Leaf Extension Table

Located in Westwood, NJ

An Italian-style draw leaf table converts from a square 41" game table to a larger 76" long dining

Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood

Italian Draw Leaf Extension Table
Italian Draw Leaf Extension Table

Italian Draw Leaf Extension Table

Located in Westwood, NJ

An Italian-style draw leaf table converts from a square 41" game table to a larger 76" long dining

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood

Bespoke Country Farm Table
Bespoke Country Farm Table

Bespoke Country Farm Table

Sold|$4,500 / item

Bespoke Country Farm Table

Located in Calgary, Alberta

This is a custom built H-base farm table with a 2 inch thick top, using our 18th and 19th century

Category

2010s British Dining Room Tables

Materials

Reclaimed Wood

19th Century Oval Shaped Refractory Table
19th Century Oval Shaped Refractory Table

19th Century Oval Shaped Refractory Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Unique narrow oval shaped dining table. The stretcher supports four turned legs upon which rest

Category

Italian Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood

Cortina White Italian Draw Leaf Table
Cortina White Italian Draw Leaf Table

Cortina White Italian Draw Leaf Table

Located in Westwood, NJ

An Italian-style draw leaf table converts from a square 41" game table to a larger 76" long dining

Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Neoclassical Dining Room Tables

Materials

Porcelain, Wood

Gray Italian Draw Leaf Extension Table
Gray Italian Draw Leaf Extension Table

Gray Italian Draw Leaf Extension Table

Located in Westwood, NJ

An Italian-style draw leaf table converts from a square 41" game table to a larger 76" long dining

Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Neoclassical Dining Room Tables

Materials

Porcelain, Wood

Pieter Maris Architectural Table, Holland, 1960
Pieter Maris Architectural Table, Holland, 1960

Pieter Maris Architectural Table, Holland, 1960

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Very nice and unique architectural dining table designed by Pieter Maris, Weesp Holland 1960. This

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Laminate, Pine

Gray Wash Italian Draw Leaf Table
Gray Wash Italian Draw Leaf Table

Gray Wash Italian Draw Leaf Table

Located in Westwood, NJ

The table is a versatile piece that transforms from an 81-inch table to a 120-inch long dining

Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Neoclassical Dining Room Tables

Materials

Porcelain, Wood

Late 19th Century Flemish Hidden Storage Table
Late 19th Century Flemish Hidden Storage Table

Late 19th Century Flemish Hidden Storage Table

Located in High Point, NC

compartment. A compact dining table, unique console or kitchen table, suited for an intimate dining experience.

Category

Antique 19th Century Belgian French Provincial Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Vintage French Louis XIII Oak Table w/Barley Twist
Vintage French Louis XIII Oak Table w/Barley Twist

Vintage French Louis XIII Oak Table w/Barley Twist

Located in BENSENVILLE, IL

legs and stretcher. Perfectly suited for many uses, this table is fantastic as a dining table, a unique

Category

Vintage 1930s French Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Antique Organic Rose Branches Round Dinning Table, 1930s, France
Antique Organic Rose Branches Round Dinning Table, 1930s, France

Antique Organic Rose Branches Round Dinning Table, 1930s, France

Located in The Hague, NL

Very unique organic design round dining table made from rose branches in 1930s period France. This

Category

Vintage 1930s French French Provincial Dining Room Tables

Materials

Bentwood

Large Early 20th Century Artist´s Studio Table
Large Early 20th Century Artist´s Studio Table

Large Early 20th Century Artist´s Studio Table

Located in Dusseldorf, DE

Large table from a artist´s studio with beautiful original patina. 1920s/30s. A unique piece

Category

Early 20th Century European Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak, Pine

Unique Console Table
Unique Console Table

Unique Console Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Unique Console Table made from a Parisian metro Station Sign.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Console Tables

Unique, likely one-off, large vintage dining table, Sweden 1980s
Unique, likely one-off, large vintage dining table, Sweden 1980s

Unique, likely one-off, large vintage dining table, Sweden 1980s

By Fritz Hansen

Located in Antwerp, BE

Admire this large vintage Swedish dining table from the 1980s. Likely a unique, one-off production

Category

Vintage 1980s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Conference Tables

Materials

Chrome

Unique Nahuala Table
Unique Nahuala Table

Unique Nahuala Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Nahuala (animal spirit) table with original paint. It has typical animal inspired front legs, while

Category

Antique 19th Century Guatemalan Console Tables

Materials

Pine, Paint

Unique 18th C. "Catalan" Flip-Top White Oak Sofa/Dining Table
Unique 18th C. "Catalan" Flip-Top White Oak Sofa/Dining Table

Unique 18th C. "Catalan" Flip-Top White Oak Sofa/Dining Table

Located in BENSENVILLE, IL

Dating back to around the 1750's, this unique table began its life nestled near the small village

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Sofa Tables

Unique Large Console Table
Unique Large Console Table

Unique Large Console Table

Located in Culver City, CA

Large console with thick slab top and storage area below

Category

Antique 19th Century French Console Tables

Materials

Wood

Unique Wood "Tree" Console Table
Unique Wood "Tree" Console Table

Unique Wood "Tree" Console Table

Located in Bridgehampton, NY

Unique wood "Tree" console table.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Wood

Huge Leaded Glass Table Lamp
Huge Leaded Glass Table Lamp

Huge Leaded Glass Table Lamp

By Unique Art Glass Company

Located in Petaluma, CA

This fabulous American leaded glass table lamp by the Unique Art Glass Company, New York, is

Category

Early 20th Century American Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Unique Bronze & Marble Console Table
Unique Bronze & Marble Console Table

Unique Bronze & Marble Console Table

Located in Pasadena, TX

A mid century modern console or sofa table with bronze base and marble top in the manner of Maison

Category

Vintage 1950s Console Tables

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Unique Ceramic Table Lamp
Unique Ceramic Table Lamp

Unique Ceramic Table Lamp

Located in New York, NY

Unique ceramic table lamp. Lamp has a total of 6 stylized round small saucers. Black lacquered

Category

Vintage 1960s Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

Seventies unique table lamps
Seventies unique table lamps

Seventies unique table lamps

Located in Antwerp, BE

A pair original table lamps

Category

Vintage 1970s German Table Lamps

Leaded Glass Table Lamp, Oriental Poppy Ca. 1910
Leaded Glass Table Lamp, Oriental Poppy Ca. 1910

Leaded Glass Table Lamp, Oriental Poppy Ca. 1910

By Unique Art Glass Company

Located in Petaluma, CA

This very colorful leaded glass table lamp is attributed to the "Unique Art Glass Co."N.Y. They

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Unique Guéridon Table, France, 19th Century
Unique Guéridon Table, France, 19th Century

Unique Guéridon Table, France, 19th Century

Located in Culver City, CA

Unique guéridon table, France, 19th century. Ornate wrought iron base with weathered marble top.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Gueridon

Materials

Marble, Iron

Paul Tuttle Unique Console Table, 1980s
Paul Tuttle Unique Console Table, 1980s

Paul Tuttle Unique Console Table, 1980s

By Bud Tullis, Paul Tuttle

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Paul Tuttle unique console table 1980s. Designed by Paul Tuttle and Handmade by Bud Tullis.

Category

20th Century American Modern Console Tables

Materials

Steel

Unique 1960s Iron Sculpture Console Table
Unique 1960s Iron Sculpture Console Table

Unique 1960s Iron Sculpture Console Table

Located in London, GB

A unique and monumental sculpture, mounted as a console table, the artist made iron base simulating

Category

Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Console Tables

Antique Natural Pine English Artist's Worktable
Antique Natural Pine English Artist's Worktable

Antique Natural Pine English Artist's Worktable

Located in Mckinney, TX

A handsome antique English pine artist's work table that would make a unique and character-filled

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Dining Room Tables

Materials

Pine

Unique Console Table by Charly Bounan

Unique Console Table by Charly Bounan

By Charly Bounan

Located in Geneve, CH

of diffusing plates requires more than ten hours of work for each part. This table is unique and

Category

Early 2000s French Modern Console Tables

Unique Mid-Century Nakashima Style Table
Unique Mid-Century Nakashima Style Table

Unique Mid-Century Nakashima Style Table

By George Nakashima

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage-modern console table featuring sculpted base and rich wood grain, designed in the manner of

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Unique French Iron Table Lamp
Unique French Iron Table Lamp

Unique French Iron Table Lamp

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Unique 1940's French black iron table lamp with spiraled iron neck, loop iron arm, and three leg

Category

Mid-20th Century French Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Unique Industrial  Reflector Table Lamp
Unique Industrial  Reflector Table Lamp

Unique Industrial Reflector Table Lamp

Located in Peekskill, NY

This lamp is a wonderful composite of early industrial elements. Together they create a unique

Category

American Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Unique Amethyst Quartz Table Lamp
Unique Amethyst Quartz Table Lamp

Unique Amethyst Quartz Table Lamp

Located in Vlimmeren, BE

This beautiful amethyst quartz table lamp is a unique piece of 1970s design. It is a nice

Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Amethyst, Metal

Unique Italian Sputnik Table Lamp

Unique Italian Sputnik Table Lamp

Located in New York, NY

An incredible accent lamp that has a unique presence. It can sit in a variety of positions allowing

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Unique Pair of Table Lamps
Unique Pair of Table Lamps

Unique Pair of Table Lamps

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Carved, Guilded Columns Circa 19th Century. Price is for the Pair, Can Be Sold Separately

Category

Antique 19th Century French Table Lamps

Materials

Silk

Unique Mirrored Copper Glass Center Console Table
Unique Mirrored Copper Glass Center Console Table

Unique Mirrored Copper Glass Center Console Table

Located in London, GB

An exceptional rectangular free standing console table hand crafted with 172 bevelled mirrored

Category

2010s Italian Console Tables

Materials

Mirror

Unique Art Deco Console Table, ca. 1930
Unique Art Deco Console Table, ca. 1930

Unique Art Deco Console Table, ca. 1930

Located in Nagykovácsi, Central Hungary

Unique Hungarian Art Deco console table from the 1930s. To render the interesting form a

Category

Vintage 1930s Hungarian Art Deco Console Tables

Materials

Poplar, Walnut, Mahogany, Palisander, Sycamore

Brass and Chrome Unique Console Table, 1970s
Brass and Chrome Unique Console Table, 1970s

Brass and Chrome Unique Console Table, 1970s

Located in Antwerp, BE

Paul Evans hollywood regency style console table by artist Duchise. Knokke, Belgium, 1970s

Category

Vintage 1970s Belgian Hollywood Regency Console Tables

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Brass and Chrome Unique Console Table, 1970s
Brass and Chrome Unique Console Table, 1970s

Brass and Chrome Unique Console Table, 1970s

Located in Antwerp, BE

Brass and chrome console table, style Maison Jansen. by artist Duchise. Knokke, Belgium, the 1970s

Category

Vintage 1970s Belgian Hollywood Regency Console Tables

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Unique Art Deco Mirrored Table Lamp
Unique Art Deco Mirrored Table Lamp

Unique Art Deco Mirrored Table Lamp

Located in Palm Desert, CA

Unique table lamp with six mirrored sides with decorative etching. The lamp has been recently

Category

Vintage 1930s American Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Unique 1940s French Oak Table Lamp
Unique 1940s French Oak Table Lamp

Unique 1940s French Oak Table Lamp

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Unique oak wood table lamp from France, 1940s. Square wood base with petite angled feet, ornate

Category

Mid-20th Century French Table Lamps

Materials

Linen, Oak

Unique Pair of Marble Table Lamps
Unique Pair of Marble Table Lamps

Unique Pair of Marble Table Lamps

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Unique pair of table lamps made from Italian marble. Designed in the US circa 1940s. Each light has

Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Marble

Vintage Unique Gucci Table Lamp 1980s
Vintage Unique Gucci Table Lamp 1980s

Vintage Unique Gucci Table Lamp 1980s

By Gucci

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Illuminate your space with timeless style. This unique Gucci table lamp from the 1980s is not just

Category

Vintage 1980s European Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Unique Pair of Raymor Table Lamps
Unique Pair of Raymor Table Lamps

Unique Pair of Raymor Table Lamps

By Raymor

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Ceramic table lamps

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Table Lamps

A Unique Spiral Form Table Lamp
A Unique Spiral Form Table Lamp

A Unique Spiral Form Table Lamp

Located in NYC, NY

A unique form lamp of spiraling wood to look like bamboo. Intricate craftsmanship. Original shade

Category

Vintage 1950s American Table Lamps

Materials

Wood, Raffia

unique table lamp by Guido Gambone
unique table lamp by Guido Gambone

unique table lamp by Guido Gambone

By Guido Gambone

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A ceramic table lamp with a round base and tapered neck with rough red-orange base glaze and brown

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Unique Pair of Raymor Table Lamps
Unique Pair of Raymor Table Lamps

Unique Pair of Raymor Table Lamps

By Raymor

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A striking unique pair of intense red, gold and orange with textured matte brown ceramic

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Unique Herman Kleiner Ceramic Table Lamp
Unique Herman Kleiner Ceramic Table Lamp

Unique Herman Kleiner Ceramic Table Lamp

Located in New York, NY

Herman Kleiner (1910-1993) Ceramic table lamp brushed with various colors of glaze. Made at the

Category

Vintage 1950s American Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

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Unique Dining Table For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal unique dining table for your home. Frequently made of metal, wood and brass, every unique dining table was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a unique dining table, we have 445 options in-stock, while there are 116 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer unique dining table, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A unique dining table made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one unique dining table that is appealing in its simplicity, but Studio Superego, Jörg Pietschmann and Roxane Lahidji produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Unique Dining Table?

A unique dining table can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,800, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $900,000.
Questions About Unique Dining Table
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    How high a dining table should be varies. If you already have your dining chairs, look for a table that is 10 to 12 inches taller than the seat height to provide ample legroom. The standard height for dining tables is around 30 inches. However, you can opt for taller pieces, such as 34- to 36-inch counter-height tables or 40- to 42-inch bar-height tables. Shop a large selection of dining tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    How thick a dining table should be varies. Many tables feature tops that are between 0.75 and 1 inch in thickness. However, some tables may have tops that are up to 2 inches thick. Typically, tables with thicker tops will have a more rustic appearance. Shop a large selection of dining tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A dining table with leaf is a dining table that has its middle part as solid and remains in place, but the two sides of the table drop down on a hinge, so they hang at the side. This is where the name 'drop leaf' comes from. Many homeowners have decided to go with leaf tables as they offer a lot of flexibility to their homes. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of dining table options as well as a range of vintage and antique drop-leaf tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An MCM dining table is a table that reflects the mid-century modern style. Typically these tables are functional and have clean minimalist lines. MCM furniture is made with a variety of materials and colors, but wood is the most common. Find a selection of mid-century modern tables and furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    The height of a dining table varies from piece to piece. However, standard dining tables are usually 28 to 30 inches tall. Counter-height tables are taller at 34 to 36 inches, and bar-height tables are the highest at 40 to 42 inches high. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of dining tables from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Dining tables come in a huge variety of styles and are often chosen according to individual preference. The best dining tables are ones that are sturdy, well-made and able to withstand wear and tear. You should also consider your space limitations as well as budget. Find a versatile collection of antique and vintage dining tables on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The narrowest a dining table can be is 36 inches. This leaves 18 inches of space for each of the guests on the opposite side of the table, as well as room in the center for serving dishes or platters. Find a collection of antique and vintage dining tables on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    No, a dining table isn't always necessary. People who eat only a few meals at home may not need a dining table, and some people prefer to eat at kitchen counters using counter-height stools. Or, they may choose to sit on the floor in front of a coffee table or to take their meals at a desk or on a TV tray or end table. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of dining tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    How wide a dining table should be largely depends on its shape. Most rectangular and oval dining tables are 36 to 40 inches wide. Round table widths or diameters vary and will determine how many people can sit comfortably at one time. Generally, a round table 36 to 44 inches in width is ideal for up to four people, while ones that are 44 to 54 inches in diameter can accommodate four to six. Tables between 54 and 59 inches in width are suitable for six to eight people. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of dining tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    Yes, ceramic dining tables are really good as they are very strong and durable. Made from sturdy materials, ceramic dining tables are resistant to spills, cuts, scratches and extreme heat. You can select from varying styles of ceramic dining tables, including Antique, Vintage, 21st Century, Mid Century on 1st Dibs.
  • 1stDibs 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    The best width for a dining table may vary upon your needs. Typically, the width of a dining table may range from approximately 36 to 40 inches, and you want to make sure you allow for approximately three feet of walking space around the table in your dining room so that guests can move freely. Shop a wide range of vintage and antique dining tables on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A draw-leaf dining table means that the table’s leaves are stored under the main tabletop. The top of the table is lifted slightly on its frame and the leaves pulled out on each end. Relatedly, a drop-leaf table is a table with a fixed center section, but on either side of that, there are hinged leaves that can be raised or lowered according to your specific needs. The purpose of a drop-leaf table is to save space when the table is not in use. Drop-leaf tables can also be used as nightstands, side tables, coffee tables, and desks. Find a collection of antique and vintage draw-leaf dining tables on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    No, a buffet usually shouldn't be longer than a dining table. Most experts recommend that you choose a buffet that is the same length or slightly shorter than your dining table. Keeping the two pieces in proportion with each other creates balance within a space.

    Find vintage and antique dining tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The chabudai, or the short Japanese dining table makes the most of limited space by serving many functions in a Japanese home. They often feature collapsible legs so they can be stored. Diners sit on pillows on the floor, rather than chairs, again freeing up more space by not having bulky chairs. Shop a collection of Japanese furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Dining room tables with butterfly leaves look like they have wings when they’re being opened, which is why they’re called butterflies. A butterfly leaf affords you more space at your dining table for additional house guests. Owing to geared slides, butterfly leaf tables should open easily.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The best wood for a dining table is a matter of preference. Oakwood is widely used due to its durability and open grain structure. It can withstand surface scratches and can be easily sanded and refinished. Find a range of antique and vintage dining tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Dining room tables are typically 30 inches high.

  • 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.
  • 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.