Center Tables
1840s European Neoclassical Antique Center Tables
Wood, Rosewood
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Center Tables
Walnut
Early 20th Century Swedish Neoclassical Center Tables
Brass
Early 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Center Tables
Marble
1810s Italian Neoclassical Antique Center Tables
Gesso, Walnut, Pine, Paint
2010s American American Classical Center Tables
Walnut
1810s Italian Neoclassical Antique Center Tables
Fruitwood
Mid-19th Century Danish Neoclassical Antique Center Tables
Mahogany
20th Century Neoclassical Center Tables
Marble
Early 1900s French Neoclassical Antique Center Tables
Metal
1940s French Neoclassical Vintage Center Tables
Metal
Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Center Tables
Wood
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Center Tables
Marble, Bronze
Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Center Tables
Marble, Brass, Steel
19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Center Tables
Wood
Late 18th Century European Neoclassical Antique Center Tables
Wood, Giltwood
Early 19th Century European Neoclassical Antique Center Tables
Stone
Mid-19th Century Neoclassical Antique Center Tables
Marble
Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Center Tables
Alabaster, Marble
2010s American American Classical Center Tables
Walnut
19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Center Tables
Marble
19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Center Tables
Ormolu
Late 19th Century American Neoclassical Antique Center Tables
Walnut
Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Center Tables
Wood
Late 20th Century French Neoclassical Center Tables
Marble, Bronze
20th Century European Egyptian Revival Center Tables
Marble
19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Center Tables
Marble, Carrara Marble
Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Center Tables
Walnut
19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Center Tables
Wood
19th Century Russian Neoclassical Antique Center Tables
Ormolu
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Center Tables
Marble, Iron
Early 19th Century Russian Neoclassical Antique Center Tables
Brass
Early 19th Century Russian Neoclassical Antique Center Tables
Brass
19th Century Russian Neoclassical Antique Center Tables
Mahogany
19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Center Tables
Breccia Marble
20th Century American Neoclassical Center Tables
Bronze
1950s American Neoclassical Vintage Center Tables
Silver Leaf
19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Center Tables
Carrara Marble
Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Center Tables
Bronze
1830s English Neoclassical Antique Center Tables
Other
19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Center Tables
Marble, Ormolu
1930s American Classical Vintage Center Tables
Walnut
19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Center Tables
Marble
1960s French Neoclassical Vintage Center Tables
Glass, Wood
19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Center Tables
Marble, Ormolu
Early 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Center Tables
Scagliola, Walnut
19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Center Tables
Marble
1940s American Classical Vintage Center Tables
Pine
1980s Italian Neoclassical Vintage Center Tables
Brass
19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Center Tables
Ormolu
19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Center Tables
Marble, Carrara Marble
19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Center Tables
Ormolu
19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Center Tables
Marble
18th Century Spanish Neoclassical Antique Center Tables
Wrought Iron
1820s Austrian Neoclassical Antique Center Tables
Brass
19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Center Tables
Mahogany, Tulipwood
19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Center Tables
Marble
19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Center Tables
Glass, Scagliola, Giltwood
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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