Small Drafting Tables
French 18th Century Louis XV Small Marquetry Side Table with Silk Screen
Located in Berlin, DE
French 18th century Louis XV small Marquetry side table, a so-called "Table Chiffonière" with
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Antique 1670s French Louis XV Side Tables
Materials
Bronze
H 31.3 in W 15.95 in D 12.21 in
Recent Sales
Draft Tray, Small: Oval, Marble and leather Table top valet tray
By Harold
Located in Brooklyn, NY
daily rituals with a place to hold and organize the items you carry every day. Smaller size makes for an
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2010s American Minimalist Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Carrara Marble
Draft Tray, Small: Equal Triangle, Marble and Leather Table Top Valet Tray
By Harold
Located in Brooklyn, NY
daily rituals with a place to hold and organize the items you carry every day. Smaller size makes for an
Category
2010s American Minimalist Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Carrara Marble
Oakwood and Cast Iron Adjustable Small Drafting Table Attributed to Hamilton
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage oakwood and cast iron adjustable small drafting table attributed to Hamilton. Listing
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Mid-20th Century North American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Maple, Oak
Early 1900s Green Lacquered Oak & Maple Drafting / Writing Table
Located in Chicago, IL
Excellent small drafting table with green lacquered oak upside down Y shaped adjustable height base
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial and Work Tables
Materials
Oak, Maple
Small Turn of the Century Drafting Table
Located in Asbury Park, NJ
Wonderful iron and oak drafting table. The very best one I have seen or owned of this size. Three
Category
Antique Early 1900s American Industrial Industrial and Work Tables
Materials
Iron
Dietzgen adjustable Drafting Table
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Small adjustable Drafting Table with Breadboard Top on Cast Iron base. Can be adjusted to
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20th Century American 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 a
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Industrial and Work Tables
Materials
Iron
H 41 in W 24 in D 18 in
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
H 38 in W 27 in D 17 in
Small Drafting Table
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Custom-made from bowling lane wrapped in steel.
Base is early 20th century.
Wheels are of later date
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial Industrial and Work Tables
Materials
Steel
1930s Small Scale Industrial Drafting Table
Located in Garnerville, NY
A wonderful small scale drafting table. The work table comes straight from the studio of popular
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Vintage 1920s American Industrial Industrial and Work Tables
Materials
Metal
Eugene Dietzgen Cast Iron and Wood Small Drafting Work Table Desk Tripod Base
By Dietzgen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique cast iron and wood small drafting work table by Eugene Dietzgen. Item features cast iron
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial Industrial and Work Tables
Materials
Iron
H 22 in W 24 in D 22 in
1930s Post Industrial Wood and Iron Drafting Table
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Small-scale drafting table by Post Drafting Materials,
circa 1930s. Completely original and un
Category
Vintage 1930s Industrial Industrial and Work Tables
Antique Adjustable Tilt Top Drafting Table
Located in Hudson, NY
a very nice small scale antique drafting table with a cast iron base and original wood top with a
Category
Early 20th Century American Industrial and Work Tables
Materials
Iron
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Small Drafting Tables For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of small drafting tables available for sale. Each of these unique small drafting tables was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and hardwood. There are 12 antique and vintage small drafting tables for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 4 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of small drafting tables available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Small drafting tables made by industrial designers — as well as those associated with modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made small drafting tables over the years, but those made by Lostine, Antonio Ferretti and Fontana Arte are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Small Drafting Tables?
Small drafting tables can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,840, while the lowest priced sells for $850 and the highest can go for as much as $36,000.
Questions About Small Drafting Tables
- What is the best drafting table?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021The 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, 2022Whether 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, 2023A 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, 2023The 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, 2022Whether 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, 2022Yes, 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.
- What is a small table called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024What a small table is called depends largely on where it's located. A small table placed beside a bed is a bedside table or a nightstand. Small tables in seating areas positioned between sofas, loveseats and accent chairs are end tables or side tables. Shop a wide range of tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021The small table next to a bed is called either a nightstand or bedside table. These tables serve as storage as well as a surface for important bedside items, such as your book, your phone or a small pitcher of water. Shop antique, vintage and modern bedside tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A small dining table is also called a dinette. A table and two to four seats are frequently included. Designed for small spaces, dinettes are most often used in kitchens and breakfast nooks. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage and antique dinettes.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Whether a glass table is better for small spaces is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people find that a transparent glass table creates the illusion of a larger room and makes a compact area feel more spacious. Shop a variety of glass tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 27, 2024The small table in the living room is often called a side table. The name comes from the fact that these small yet tall tables typically go beside seating. Small side tables positioned on either end of a sofa or loveseat are sometimes referred to as end tables. A low table in front of a sofa is usually called a coffee table. Shop a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary side tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021The small table next to the bed is called a nightstand or bedside table. These tables usually have a bedside lamp which is useful for reading. Modern nightstands are small tables with one or two drawers. It’s a space to hold a lamp, your book, your phone, a flashlight and more. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and antique bedside tables.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021The best shape table for a small space is a square shaped table. Because they can have multiple functions and easily push into the corner of the room, they are said to better as they'll take up less space in a dining room or kitchen. Find a range of tables today on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021The best shape for a table in a small dining room can be a round table. A round table works well in small rooms and smaller square-shaped rooms. It creates a cozy setting, so it is the best shape for a small group of people. Visually, it seems to occupy less space than a rectangle because of the rounded corners, and this also means that it has less surface area. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage round dining tables.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Whether a round dining table is better in a small space is largely a matter of personal preference. 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. Both round and oval tables take up less space than rectangular and square tables of similar size because they lack corners. Find a variety of round tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Whether a coffee table makes a small living room look smaller or larger depends on the design. Tables with glass or open, airy designs can create the illusion of a larger space. Round and oval tables can also increase the feeling of openness in a room. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of coffee tables.