Center Tables
1820s English Regency Antique Center Tables
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary Colombian Brutalist Center Tables
Wood, Cedar
20th Century German Industrial Center Tables
Travertine, Metal
Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Center Tables
Giltwood
21st Century and Contemporary American Center Tables
Wood, Maple
1820s French Charles X Antique Center Tables
Marble
19th Century French Art Deco Antique Center Tables
Marble
2010s English Modern Center Tables
Resin, Oak
1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Metal
Late 20th Century French Center Tables
Rattan
1970s Vintage Center Tables
Elm
Mid-20th Century Center Tables
Marble, Metal, Bronze
1960s Vintage Center Tables
Wicker
1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Metal
19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Center Tables
Walnut
2010s German Modern Center Tables
Oak, Walnut, Maple, Mahogany
Early 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Center Tables
Hardwood, Giltwood, Lacquer, Paint
1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Stainless Steel
20th Century French Empire Center Tables
Malachite, Bronze, Ormolu
Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Center Tables
Wood
17th Century French Louis XIII Antique Center Tables
Walnut
20th Century Organic Modern Center Tables
Wood
2010s American Other Center Tables
Metal, Brass, Sheet Metal
2010s Indian Other Center Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s Indian Other Center Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s Indian Other Center Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s Indian Other Center Tables
Sheet Metal, Metal
2010s Indian Other Center Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
Late 19th Century French Country Antique Center Tables
Pine
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Center Tables
Wood, Maple
20th Century English Center Tables
Walnut
1980s French Vintage Center Tables
Metal
2010s American Other Center Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Center Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Center Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Center Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Center Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Center Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Center Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Center Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Center Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Center Tables
Metal, Brass, Sheet Metal
2010s American Other Center Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal, Brass
2010s Indian Other Center Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s Indian Other Center Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s Indian Other Center Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s Indian Other Center Tables
Sheet Metal, Metal
2010s Indian Other Center Tables
Metal, Sheet Metal
2010s Indian Other Center Tables
Metal
2010s Indian Other Center Tables
Metal
2010s Indian Other Center Tables
Metal
2010s Egyptian Modern Center Tables
Polyester
17th Century Dutch Baroque Antique Center Tables
Wood
20th Century Italian Center Tables
Wood
Early 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Center Tables
Walnut
19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Center Tables
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Wood, Walnut
1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Ceramic, Wood
Antique and Vintage Center Tables
An alluring sitting area doesn’t have to be in the exact center of the room, but an antique or vintage center table is a great tool to partition off such an area.
By definition, a center table is a piece of furniture that is placed in the center of a room. Initially these appeared in the foyer or entryway before making their way into the living room. While one might keep seating furniture such as sofas against the walls to avoid limiting movement and closing off space, a center table in the living room can fill this central space without restricting the flow of the room.
One of the purposes of a center table is to anchor the rest of the furniture. It draws the eye to a specific area and invites guests to sit down. When thinking about how you’ll arrange your furniture, a good rule of thumb is to set tables an arm’s length away from seating. For instance, place a coffee table about 18 inches from a sofa so that it is within reach but not too close. In more modern layouts, tables are sometimes placed to the side to leave a large open area for foot traffic.
Because of its central position, a center table is one of the first things people will notice when entering a room. It’s important to consider how a center table can add to a room, as it’s a crucial element for defining the feel and theme of a room. Some center tables are mainly for decor, while others can be a great place to sit around over cocktails and hors d’oeuvres. Center tables are perfect for displaying decorative objects, floral arrangements, books or a cluster of prized antique vases given the prominent position of your table and the attention it will get.
The clean lines and organic forms that we typically associate with mid-century modern center tables means that they will bring a dose of sophistication to a space, and examples from the era can be found in square and round shapes. Wood tables were popular with furniture makers of the period, but versions in glass and marble are also widely available. Because Art Deco designers frequently incorporated ornamental embellishments such as exotic animal hides and veneers in their seating, case pieces and other furniture, your Art Deco center table will likely make a strong statement in any room. Alternatively, if you’re searching for something small and unassuming, Regency tables could be an option for your space.
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