Center Tables
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Crystal, Marble, Steel
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Center Tables
Mahogany, Yew
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Center Tables
Bronze
1980s Vintage Center Tables
Glass, Wood
1980s French Hollywood Regency Vintage Center Tables
Brass
1920s French Art Nouveau Vintage Center Tables
Walnut
1980s Bohemian Vintage Center Tables
Wicker, Smoked Glass
1920s Art Deco Vintage Center Tables
Iron
1980s Philippine Organic Modern Vintage Center Tables
Reed, Paint
1980s American Modern Vintage Center Tables
Metal, Brass
1920s Belgian Baroque Vintage Center Tables
Oak
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Center Tables
Aluminum
1980s American Modern Vintage Center Tables
Metal, Brass
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Center Tables
Wood
1980s Israeli Modern Vintage Center Tables
Travertine, Bronze
1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Center Tables
Wood
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Wood, Lacquer, Paint
1980s American Other Vintage Center Tables
Bronze
1920s English Vintage Center Tables
Oak
1980s Spanish Empire Vintage Center Tables
Wood
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Center Tables
Bronze
1980s French Post-Modern Vintage Center Tables
Steel
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Center Tables
Wood, Glass
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Enamel, Iron
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Center Tables
Rosewood
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Stainless Steel
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Center Tables
Bronze
1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Center Tables
Walnut
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Wood
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Brass
1980s French Regency Vintage Center Tables
Slate, Brass, Wrought Iron
1980s Italian Minimalist Vintage Center Tables
Gold Plate, Bronze
1980s Canadian Post-Modern Vintage Center Tables
Granite
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Center Tables
Carrara Marble, Steel
1980s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Center Tables
Brass
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Center Tables
Amboyna
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Center Tables
Plywood
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Center Tables
Marble
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Center Tables
Marble, Iron, Wrought Iron
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Center Tables
Glass, Acrylic
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Center Tables
Travertine
1920s Chinese Art Deco Vintage Center Tables
Marble
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Brass
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Metal
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Brass
1920s Italian Vintage Center Tables
Silver Plate
1980s Art Deco Vintage Center Tables
Marble
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Center Tables
Wood
1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Marble, Brass
1980s Art Deco Vintage Center Tables
Lucite, Glass
1920s British Art Deco Vintage Center Tables
Mahogany
1980s American Modern Vintage Center Tables
Paint, Wood
1980s Unknown Hollywood Regency Vintage Center Tables
Brass
1980s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Glass, Cedar
1920s English Vintage Center Tables
Mahogany, Paint
1980s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Rattan, Mahogany
1980s French Hollywood Regency Vintage Center Tables
Marble
1920s Vintage Center Tables
Iron
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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