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Victorian Drafting Table

American Victorian Wooden Drafting Table with Iron Base
Located in Queens, NY
American Victorian wood tilt top adjustable drafting architects table desk with a tripod iron base.
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Desks

Materials

Wood

Antique 19th Century Architect's Mahogany Pedestal Desk Drafting Table 1870
Located in Portland, OR
A good and unusual 19th century antique mahogany pedestal architect's drafting table, desk, circa
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Antique 1870s English Victorian Desks

Materials

Mahogany

Antique 19thC Emile Chouanard French Walnut Lectern Drafting Table Easel
By E. Chouanard
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique circa 1870s drafting table or lecturn manufactured by Emile Chouanard, the director of the
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Antique 1870s Victorian Music Stands

Materials

Walnut

Antique 19thC Emile Chouanard French Walnut Lectern Drafting Table Easel
Antique 19thC Emile Chouanard French Walnut Lectern Drafting Table Easel
$2,800 Sale Price
20% Off
H 54.5 in W 17 in D 35 in

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1870s Victorian Wood Cast Iron Drafting Table Podium Stand Desk
Located in Hyattsville, MD
J.L. Ross Elevating Drafting Table, Artist Drawing Table, or Podium. Cast Iron, and Old Growth
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Antique 19th Century American Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

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Brass, Iron

Antique Victorian Cast Iron Adjustable Small Surgical Drafting Table w/ Oak Top
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian Cast Iron Adjustable Small Surgical Drafting Table w/ Oak Top. Item featured is a
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Iron

Antique Victorian Cast Iron Adjustable Small Surgical Drafting Table w/ Oak Top
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Victorian Cast Iron Adjustable Small Surgical Drafting Table w/ Oak Top.. Item featured is
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Iron

Victorian Cast Iron Artist Drafting Table
Located in Dallas, TX
A turn of the century cast iron drafting table. Fully adjustable using the knuckle and wheel knobs
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Antique Late 19th Century Industrial and Work Tables

Architects Drafts Table on Adjustable Trestles
Located in Vosselaar, BE
This 19th century English drafts table has clean sober lines and is also quite fictional as a
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Antique 19th Century English Early Victorian Industrial and Work Tables

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Elm

Architects Drafts Table on Adjustable Trestles
Architects Drafts Table on Adjustable Trestles
H 30.12 in W 78.15 in D 28.5 in
Victorian Industrial Cast Iron Drafting Table or Desk by J. Foot & Son of London
Located in San Diego, CA
Victorian industrial cast iron drafting table or desk by J. Foot & Son of London, circa late 1800s
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Antique Late 19th Century American Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Iron

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Located in East Freetown, MA
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C1960, Maple Adjustable Drafting Art Industrial Table
Located in Port Jervis, NY
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Quarter Sawn Oak and Cast Iron Drawing Table
Located in Peekskill, NY
This is the quintessential architects drawing table. An articulating cast iron base and a beautiful quarter sawn oak plank drawing board. The table turns, moves up and down and tilts...
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Antique Architect's Drafting Table Keuffel & Esser Company
By Keuffel and Esser Co. 1
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Vintage Architect's Drafting Table Keuffel & Esser Company Unmarked attributed to German company Keuffel Esser New York Adjustable. One drawer. 42.5 h x 47.25 w x 35.5 d height adjus...
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

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Large Industrial Cherry Drafting Table Cast Iron Pedestal Base
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Large, Industrial drafting table features a cherry top with cast iron, pedestal base that is height adjustable from 30 - 38 inches and tilt adjustable from horizontal to vertical. Dr...
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

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19th Century Chinese Pagoda Cabinet
Located in Houston, TX
A stunning and rare 19th Century English Chinese pagoda cabinets. This highly stylized hand carved mahogany cabinets features, glass shelving, pagoda gabled roofs, classic Chippendal...
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19th Century Chinese Pagoda Cabinet
19th Century Chinese Pagoda Cabinet
$187,500
H 102 in W 84.5 in D 22.5 in
Cast Iron Drafting Table by A. Hoffman Co. 1910 Rochester, NY
By A. Hoffman Co.
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
1910 drafting table by A. Hoffman Co. blackened cast iron and steel with wood. Stamped "Peerless" "ROCHESTER NY" "A HOFFMAN CO". Cast iron tripod base. Fully adjustable.
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Antique Early 1900s American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Iron

Vintage F. Weber Co Pine Wood and Cast Iron Adjustable Drafting Table Desk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage F. Weber Co. Oak, Pine, and Cast Iron Adjustable Drafting Table. Item features a desirable top with paint and weathering, oak wood base, cast iron hardware, quality American...
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Early 20th Century Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

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Mid Century Drafting Table by Anco C1940 Oak & Maple
By Anco Bilt
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Great size and construction using oak for the base and maple for the top. Iron adjustment hardware all in very good condition with age related wear. No abuse. Height reaches 44inches...
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Vintage 1940s American Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

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Iron

Rare Victorian Firescreen with Taxidermy Hummingbirds by Henry Ward
By Henry Ward
Located in Amsterdam, NL
England, third quarter of the 19th century On two scrolling foliate feet with casters, above which a rectangular two-side glazed frame, with on top a two-sided shield with initial...
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Antique Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Taxidermy

Materials

Other

Rare Victorian Firescreen with Taxidermy Hummingbirds by Henry Ward
Rare Victorian Firescreen with Taxidermy Hummingbirds by Henry Ward
$230,525 Sale Price
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H 51.19 in W 55.12 in D 201.58 in
Early 19th Century French Empire Flame Mahogany Drop Front Secretary Desk
Located in Miami, FL
Classic antique Early 19th Century French Empire drop front secretary desk made with magnificent high quality flame mahogany adorned with bronze doré mounts and its original gray mar...
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Materials

Bronze

Early 19th Century French Empire Flame Mahogany Drop Front Secretary Desk
Early 19th Century French Empire Flame Mahogany Drop Front Secretary Desk
$6,240 Sale Price
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H 56.25 in W 38 in D 16 in
Original Keuffel and Esser Drafting Table
By Keuffel and Esser Co. 1
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This impressive drafting table boasts a signature X- shape iron base, perfect for use as a standing desk or traditional dining table. Its original oak top, refinished with breadboard...
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Furniture

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Iron

Original Keuffel and Esser Drafting Table
Original Keuffel and Esser Drafting Table
$3,780
H 48 in W 37 in D 58 in
Antique Keuffel & Esser Drafting Table With Iron Base
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Antique Keuffel & Esser Drafting Table with Iron Base.. this table goes from 30 inches tall to 38 inches tall maybe a little bit more if you push it 24 inches wide original oak top. ...
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

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Iron

Antique Slant-Front Drafting Desk Writing Table
Located in Forney, TX
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Antique Slant-Front Drafting Desk Writing Table
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$2,500
H 35 in W 27.75 in D 28 in
Antique Industrial Cast Iron Drafting / Drawing Table by Keuffel and Esser Co. 1
By Keuffel and Esser Co. 1
Located in Buffalo, NY
1920s American eagle drawing table by Keuffel & Esser Co. Overall dimensions: 32″ x 51″ Height range when top is flat: 37″ – 48″ Materials: Cast Iron & wood
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Located in Los Angeles, CA
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$8,800
H 46.5 in W 62 in D 34.5 in
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Questions About Victorian Drafting Table
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The best drawing table is one that is versatile, adjustable, and made of high-quality materials. There is a variety of drafting table styles and designs to choose from — it's all a matter of personal preference. Four-post and pedestal drafting tables are considered to be far more durable than fold-away tables. Larger top sizes are available with respect to these tables, but they are often more expensive. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and antique drafting tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Whether or not drafting tables are good for artists is largely a matter of personal opinion. Artists may find it more comfortable to use one for long sessions of illustrating and drawing. In addition, some artists appreciate that the tables keep their work secure. Find a range of drafting tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    A table used for drafting can simply be called a drafting table. Other names for drafting tables are artist's table, drawing table and architect's table. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of drafting tables.
  • 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
    Whether or not drafting tables are adjustable for height depends on their design. Standard tables feature fixed tops. Height adjustability is an extra feature added to some models to improve utility. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of drafting tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, many architects still use drafting tables. Although much of architectural design involves computer-aided drafting, many professionals still prefer to draw by hand. Artists may also purchase drafting tables for producing illustrations and sketches. Find a collection of drafting tables on 1stDibs.