Late 18th Century George III Mahogany Queen Anne Style Work Table
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A fine late 18th century Queen Anne style work table with an overhanging top over a single frieze
Brass
French 19th Century Beech & Pine Work Table with Green Painted Legs
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
work, easily adapted to a kitchen island for the modern interior as it contains one large drawer for
Metal
Vintage metal industrial work table with OC white lamp attached
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
Im pleased to offer this great metal work table with a OC White work light attached to it. These
Stainless Steel, Iron
20th Century French Industrial Cast Iron Work Table with Wooden Top
Located in High Point, NC
This 20th Century French industrial cast iron work table with wooden top is a powerful example of
Iron
Repurposed 19th C. French Butcher Block Work Table Kitchen Island 8 Ft
Located in Rio Vista, CA
A Monumental 19th century French "billot de boucher" or butcher block work table constructed from
Brass
$2,076Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Belgian Wooden Work Table with Iron Vises, 20th Century
Located in High Point, NC
carpenter’s work bench; the impressive iron vises on the side and end of the table would have served to hold
Wood
19th Century Federal Varnished Pine Two-Drawer Drop Leaf Work Table
Located in Germantown, MD
A 19th Century Federal Varnished Pine Two-Drawer Drop Leaf Work Table. Measures: 17" in width
Pine
American Designer, Organic Work Table, Painted Iron, Walnut, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
An iron and walnut organic work table designed and produced in the United States, 1950s.
Iron
$2,396Sale Price|20% Off
Rustic Central European Wooden Work Table from the Czech Republic
Located in High Point, NC
A vintage Central European wooden work table. Constructed from stout wooden beams, crafted with the
Metal
$4,720Sale Price|20% Off
Victorian Confectioners Milk Glass Vintage Industrial Kitchen Work Table Island
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Turn of the century heavy 1 inch thick Vitrolite glass work surface tabletop which is set on a
Vitrolite
$3,676Sale Price|20% Off
20th Century French Industrial Cast Iron Work Table with Wooden Top
Located in High Point, NC
This 20th Century French industrial work table is a striking piece that blends utility with strong
Iron
Vintage Ornate Bamboo and woven Raffia Industrial and Work Table
Located in Germantown, MD
Vintage Ornate bamboo and woven Raffia Industrial and work table with lot of storage. Compartmented
Bamboo, Raffia, Hardwood
20th Century American Primitive Rustic Black Painted Oak Work Table
Located in Chicago, IL
rings, spray paint, surface wear. Great for a work table or outdoor use.
Oak
Late 19th Century Amrican Empire Mahogany Drop-Leaf Sewing Work Table
Located in Germantown, MD
19th Century American Empire Mahogany three drawer Sewing Work Table. Measures 20.5" in width
Burl, Mahogany
1930s Art Deco Raymond Patten Signed Industrial Kitchen Work Table
Located in Forney, TX
A fabulous original American Art Deco industrial Smartline kitchen work table, designed by Raymond
Chrome, Enamel, Stainless Steel
American Federal Mahogany Compartmentalized Hinged Work Table, VA Circa 1810
Located in Charleston, SC
American Federal mahogany work table with a hinged top revealing two flanking compartments, deep
Brass
$1,657Sale Price|20% Off
Midcentury Walnut and Brass Italian Work Table with Wheels, 1940s
Located in Roma, IT
Amazing midcentury walnut and brass work table with wheels. This wonderful piece was produced in
Brass, Copper
American Empire Crotched Mahogany Swivel Fold Top Work Table, Circa 1830s
Located in Germantown, MD
An Empire Mahogany Work Table, dating from the early 19th century. Key features include: Material
Mahogany
Unusual Irish George III Harewood and Satinwood Inlaid Work Table
Located in New York, NY
The table top in the form of a rectangular box finely inlaid with an oval flowerhead centered by bellflower spray spandrels; the sides inlaid with bellflower garlands and brass carry...
Satinwood, Harewood
Marko Stacking Industrial Work Table with Formica Top and Anthracite Base
By Marko
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Marko produced industrial stacking work tables. These tables have tubular black enameled metal
Metal
Persian Khatam Work Table Box, Hand-Crafted Inlaid Wood, Geometric Design, 1800s
Located in Reading, Berkshire
A Stunning Persian Hand-Crafted Hexagonal Inlaid Wood Red Lined Khatam Box, Individual Segments With Separate Tops With An Attractive Geometric Floral Design. Displayed On A Hand Cra...
Brass
$2,950Sale Price|22% Off
Industrial Steel Cabinet Original Paint Possible Kitchen Island or Work Table
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
additional kitchen work surface, or function as a small kitchen island. Our Old Plank workshop thoroughly
Steel
$8,000Sale Price|20% Off
1880s Victorian Mercantile Forged Iron Work Table Vintage Industrial Console
Located in Hyattsville, MD
A Rare Form, All original and complete, except for chip in one ball foot. It is a wonderful compact design, all cast iron or forged steel construction. Sturdy. No looseness. Approx. ...
Steel, Iron
Antique Oak Kitchen Island, Butcher Block, Industrial Work Table Cast Iron
Located in Miami, FL
Antique Oak Kitchen Island, Butcher Block, Industrial Work Table Cast Iron with large heavy drawers
Iron
English Oak Directoire Style Tall Work Table w/ Chippendale Pull & Tapered Legs
Located in Germantown, MD
An English Oak Directoire Style Tall Work Table with Chippendale Pull and Tapered Legs. Dimensions
Oak
Late 19th Century Rustic Blue Painted Work Table with Two Metal Drawers
Located in Round Top, TX
Rustic pine work table with base in old blue paint and two large metal drawers. The natural wood
Metal
Custom American Antique Industrial Farm Clipper Now Work Table Kitchen Island
Located in Forney, TX
fashioned as a work table / kitchen island, with later wooden slab tabletop, beside tole grain chute
Metal
Japanese Antique Two-Sided Work Table with Drawers & Sliding Doors, Taisho era
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This substantial Japanese work table dates to the Taisho period (1912–1926) and is designed to be
Wood
Italian mid-century modern wood and metal industrial work table, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern wood and metal industrial work table, 1960s Industrial work table with
Metal
Industrial mid-century adjustable work table in iron and wood, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Industrial drawing board or work table with white enamelled tubular metal structure, with three
Metal, Iron
19th Century 3-Drawer Turned Legs Mahogany Work Table on Wheels
Located in Germantown, MD
19th Century 3-drawer turned legs mahogany work table on wheels. Features two smaller top drawers
Mahogany
EXQUISITE WILLIAM IV CIRCA 1830 FLAMED HARDWOOD SiDE END WORK SEWING TABLE
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
decorative Antique circa 1830 William IV Flamed Mahogany sewing or work table of the finest quality that can
Hardwood
American Neoclassical Mahogany Work Table with Brass Casters, Phyfe, Circa 1815
By Duncan Phyfe
Located in Charleston, SC
American neoclassical mahogany hinged two-drawer work table with canted corners, original lion head
Brass
Work Table, Chopping Block, Kitchen Island, Industrial Antique This is a good
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Work Table, Chopping Block, Kitchen Island, Industrial Antique This is a good chunky piece for
Beech
$2,497Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Sewing Table, English, Burr Walnut, Ladies Work Box, Victorian, C.1840
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique sewing table. An English, burr walnut and maple ladies work box, dating to the
Maple, Walnut
19th Century American Empire One-Drawer Flame Mahogany Sewing or Work Table
Located in Germantown, MD
19th century American Empire One-Drawer Flame Mahogany Sewing or Work Table. Measures 20" in width
Mahogany
Antique Rustic Northern Swedish Work Table, Made by Hand in Raw Solid Pine
Located in Kramfors, SE
Antique rustic Swedish worktable in raw pine. Made by hand in northern Sweden around 1810. The table has a never-painted surface with authentic patina and traces of use. Heavy leg fr...
Pine
American Mahogany Drop Leaf Barley Twist Work Table with Orig. Brasses, C. 1815
Located in Charleston, SC
American Federal Mahogany drop leaf three drawer work table with incised carvings, original
Brass
American Federal Mahogany 2-Drawer Work Table W/ Original Cup Casters, C. 1800
Located in Germantown, MD
American Federal Mahogany Two-Drawer Stand / Work Table. Features Two large drawers over four
Mahogany
Early 20th Century Industrial Wabi Sabi Cast Iron and Wood Console Work Table
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
Industrial workbench from the early 20th century. Made from wood and cast iron with outstanding original patina. A unique piece of furniture, perfect as a console table, with a wash...
Iron
18th C. William IV Style Refinished Mahogany Two Drawer Sewing Table Work Table
Located in Germantown, MD
Late 18th Century William IV Style Refinished Mahogany Two Drawer Sewing Table or Work Table
Mahogany
Early American Style Pine and Maple Spiral-Turned Leg Single Drawer Work Table
Located in Germantown, MD
An Early American Style Pine and Maple Spiral-Turned Legs Single Drawer Work Table. Very sturdy.
Maple, Pine
French Art Deco Metamorphic Concertina Work or Sewing Box Made in Dark Oak
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
French Art Deco Metamorphic Concertina Work or Sewing Box Made in Dark Oak and a very stylish
Oak
Large Industrial Cast Iron Factory Trolley Work Cart Pine Plank Table or Island
Located in Forney, TX
An incredible 20th century rustic industrial style repurposed dining table - kitchen island. Crafted from a heavy-duty utilitarian cast iron American factory - warehouse trolley ...
Steel, Iron
18th C. Swedish Period Baroque Table w/Stone Top- A Great Kitchen Work Table!
Located in Atlanta, GA
work table! Who wouldn't want to roll out pastry dough on this beauty?! Please note that this piece is
Stone
Antique Carpenters Workbench Kitchen Island
Located in Newtown, CT
is 32" high left side to 31.5" on right side. Both vises work and have wood worms. One side does need
Wood
19th Century Antique Carpenter's Workbench in Solid Maple Wood and Steel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
work. Robust trestle-style legs provide stable support, connected by horizontal stretchers that
Steel
Mid Century Ironing Board by Rid-Jid
Located in New York, NY
beneath the blue metal mesh work surface. The fabric cover is newer, and is included with the item. This
Metal
Antique Chippy Zinc-Top General Store Counter
Located in Dekalb, IL
Long-form general store counter featuring a hand-applied zinc work surface over a painted wooden
Zinc
Brutalist Industrial Iron Console Table with Dome-Head Rivet Detail
Located in Los Angeles, CA
sculptural quality of the metal work while allowing structural elements to remain visually prominent. Base
Iron
Industrial Printing Table, France 1880
Located in Culver City, CA
Industrial Printing Table France, 1880 Double sided work table, With stone inset top, single drawer
Slate
Oak workbench, circa 1920
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
work. Additionally, the integrated drawer offers practical storage space for tools or accessories
Iron
Oak carpenters workbench, circa 1920
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
or light work. Thanks to its timeless appearance, this piece of furniture makes a special addition to
Oak
Oak carpenters workbench, circa 1920
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
or light work. Additionally, the integrated drawer offers practical storage space for tools or
Oak
Vintage Singer treadle sewing machine, early 20th century Fully Operational
Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB
. The sewing head can typically tilt and fold down into the table to create a flat work surface.
Iron
Early 20th century pine workbench
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 20th century pine workbench circa 1900. Good quality Swedish workbench which could work well
Hardwood, Pine
Antique Yawman and Erbe File Cabinets Rochester NY
Located in Newtown, CT
were made to go together. The drawers work nicely.
Wood
From drafting tables to preparation tables to kitchen islands and more, the collection of antique and vintage industrial tables and work tables on 1stDibs features a wide range of robust furnishings that fit seamlessly into modern interiors.
Work tables, just like most tables, have evolved considerably over the years.
More than 1,000 years before iconic American furniture brand Herman Miller would help shape the way we work — and later, how we live at home — monks who lived and worked in medieval-era monasteries stood at what you might call crude writing desks, translating religious texts and copying them by hand.
While those who practiced the art of handwritten letters definitely needed a suitable writing desk, the world wouldn’t see proper roll-top desks and the like until the 19th century. Owing to the work of architects such as Antoni Gaudí, these monastery “desks” were essentially work tables. (Chairs, much less actual desk chairs, weren’t a part of the workspace until the Renaissance.) It was a far cry from the cozy home office that affords many of us the opportunity to work remotely today.
Near the end of the 18th century, the Industrial Revolution brought with it the founding of mills and factories, and hand production methods gave way to machinery and mass production. Factory workers needed sturdy industrial tables to perform tasks that required precision and to support the manufacturing industry. Spare work tables — durable and easy to clean — were constructed of metal and wood and became essential on assembly lines and in packing facilities. Today, industrial-style furniture celebrates the past even as it suggests vigor, productivity and brawn.
Aside from how well antique and vintage industrial tables and work tables will fit in your industrial-style interior — think raw brick walls, exposed steel beams and oak floors — these furnishings have practical uses. They’re a must-have item for a number of creative endeavors: They’re an ideal food-prep surface in your kitchen or an efficient work surface for any kind of hands-on workshop or painting and drawing studio. With some creativity, you can turn a vintage wood industrial table or work table into a desk, dining room table or coffee table.
At 1stDibs, we love the industrial-style furniture trend, and here you can find a wide range of antique and vintage industrial tables and work tables as well as other furnishings that will look wonderful in your heavenly loft space.
End tables typically hold lamps, coasters and other items to keep them within easy reach from the sofa or chair they are next to.
Top interior designers show — and tell — us how to create delectable spaces for hosting dinner parties.
Fans of the French film star may be surprised to learn that he had a flair for furniture with sleek lines and disco-era flash.
Like other pieces in the firm’s Candy Box collection, the cheerful limited-edition design showcases French craft.
Whether you’re just moving in or ready to give your home a makeover, our guide will give you pointers on tables that are fitting for every room, nook and hallway.
From his massive collaborative workshop in a former paper factory, the designer concocts funky furniture from disused materials, as well as luxe hotel interiors like the new Mix Brussels.
The designer’s innovative use of an unexpected material gives this console a lift.
The stately piece brings both gravitas and whimsy to any work space.
Use them as tables or stools, indoors or out.