Center Tables
Late 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Center Tables
Terracotta
1980s French Post-Modern Vintage Center Tables
Steel
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Travertine, Steel, Chrome, Metal
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Center Tables
Lacquer, Alligator
1970s American International Style Vintage Center Tables
Marble, Aluminum
1970s Italian Vintage Center Tables
Glass, Wood
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Copper, Chrome
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Oak
Late 20th Century American Shaker Center Tables
Steel
1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Brass
1970s American Modern Vintage Center Tables
Lucite, Glass
Late 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Center Tables
Composition
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Brass
Late 20th Century European Center Tables
Precious Stone
1980s Italian Minimalist Vintage Center Tables
Gold Plate, Bronze
1980s French Regency Vintage Center Tables
Slate, Brass, Wrought Iron
1970s Hollywood Regency Vintage Center Tables
Glass, Wood
1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Center Tables
Plywood
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Wood
1990s Italian Center Tables
Smoked Glass
1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Chrome
Late 20th Century Modern Center Tables
Hardwood, Zebra Wood
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Center Tables
Composition
1970s Belgian Vintage Center Tables
Agate, Brass, Steel
Late 20th Century American Craftsman Center Tables
Oak
Late 20th Century American Late Victorian Center Tables
Brass
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Travertine
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Metal
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Metal, Chrome
Late 20th Century British Other Center Tables
Glass, Wood, Bog Wood
1970s Bohemian Vintage Center Tables
Wicker, Rattan, Glass
1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Center Tables
Metal
Late 20th Century American Modern Center Tables
Mahogany
1980s Modern Vintage Center Tables
Carrara Marble, Aluminum
Late 20th Century Unknown Center Tables
Marble
1990s Post-Modern Center Tables
Lacquer
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Metal
1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Steel
1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Center Tables
Leather
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Center Tables
Carrara Marble, Steel
1970s Belgian Hollywood Regency Vintage Center Tables
Brass
Late 20th Century European Other Center Tables
Carrara Marble, Brass
1990s North American Hollywood Regency Center Tables
Mahogany
1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Center Tables
Travertine
1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Walnut
Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Center Tables
Lacquer
1980s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Steel
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Steel
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Metal
Late 20th Century Spanish Neoclassical Revival Center Tables
Glass, Wood
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Metal
1970s Vintage Center Tables
Brass
1970s American Brutalist Vintage Center Tables
Bronze
1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Steel, Chrome
1980s Dutch Modern Vintage Center Tables
Wood
Late 20th Century British Other Center Tables
Marble
1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Metal
Late 20th Century Center Tables
Mirror
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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