Center Tables
1990s American Modern Center Tables
Mahogany
1990s Post-Modern Center Tables
Lacquer
1930s English Art Deco Vintage Center Tables
Birch, Glass
1930s French Neoclassical Vintage Center Tables
Marble
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Center Tables
Walnut, Lacquer
1930s Spanish Art Deco Vintage Center Tables
Wood, Poplar
1930s Hungarian Art Deco Vintage Center Tables
Walnut
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Center Tables
Walnut
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Center Tables
Wood
1930s French Vintage Center Tables
Aluminum, Stainless Steel
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Center Tables
Marble, Bronze
1990s American Hollywood Regency Center Tables
Wood
1930s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Center Tables
Burl
1990s Philippine Empire Center Tables
Brass
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Center Tables
Mahogany, Zebra Wood
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Center Tables
Walnut
1930s Unknown American Classical Vintage Center Tables
Bronze
1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Center Tables
Aluminum
1990s Belgian Japonisme Center Tables
Wood
1930s Italian Vintage Center Tables
Bronze
1990s Neoclassical Center Tables
Brass
1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Center Tables
Chrome, Metal
1990s Italian Center Tables
Murano Glass, Sommerso
1930s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Center Tables
Lucite, Mirror, Mahogany
1930s English Vintage Center Tables
Marble, Brass
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Center Tables
Wood
1990s Unknown Bohemian Center Tables
Brass
1930s Czech Bauhaus Vintage Center Tables
Chrome
1930s French Louis XV Vintage Center Tables
Bronze
1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Center Tables
Teak, Maple
1990s American Modern Center Tables
Wood
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Center Tables
Mahogany, Rosewood
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Center Tables
Rosewood, Walnut
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Center Tables
Wood
1990s Philippine Hollywood Regency Center Tables
Brass, Steel
1990s Italian Center Tables
Marble
1930s Italian Vintage Center Tables
Marble
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Center Tables
Walnut, Mahogany
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Center Tables
Rosewood, Glass
1990s American Center Tables
Metal
1930s American Art Deco Vintage Center Tables
Aluminum
1990s American Modern Center Tables
Mahogany
1930s French Vintage Center Tables
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Center Tables
Marble, Steel, Iron
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Center Tables
Marble, Iron
1990s Federal Center Tables
Mahogany
1930s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Birch
1930s Italian Vintage Center Tables
Marble
1990s Center Tables
Aluminum
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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