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Black Lacquer Brass Legs Gibbings Dining Table with 1 Extensions Board
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern black lacquer top brass legs dining table by Robsjohn-Gibbings. Comes with 1 x 18" leaf.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables

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Brass

21St Century Studio Irvine Fusto Rectangular Dining Table Red Brick Cement Color
Located in Rome, Lazio
Rectangular shape dining table part of a collection of modular system in ultra-high performing cement mortar. UHPC tabletop and base colored in the mixture and sandblasted. Available...
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2010s Italian Classical Roman Conference Tables

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Concrete

Milo Baughman for Directional Dimond Teak & Walnut Dining Table Gate Legs Base
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman dining table with two 14" extension boards. Ebonized gate leg base, teak and walnut diamond pattern top.  
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables

Materials

Teak, Walnut

Contemporary Round Natural Plaster "Menhir" Table 300cm by Isabelle Beaumont
Located in Ranst, BE
A contemporary Belgian design, handcrafted in natural plaster with a textured, earthy character. The surface is stain-resistant, easy to maintain, and pleasantly soft to the touch, u...
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2010s Belgian Minimalist Conference Tables

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Concrete, Cement, Composition, Limestone, Stainless Steel

Cast Resin 'Apertura' Dining Table by Zachary A. Design
Located in Chicago, IL
Stability in the face of the void. Inviting negative space pulls the viewer inward and through the piece, drawing the eye to its many faces of aggregate and low-profile construction....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Conference Tables

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Resin, Fiberglass

Fabulous Parquet De Versailles Oval Dining Table
Located in New Orleans, LA
Beautiful oval Parquet de Versailles oval dining table with beautiful iron base.
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21st Century and Contemporary Conference Tables

Vintage Adjustable Conference Dining Black LC6 Table With Original Thick Glass
Located in Monrovia, CA
Vintage LC6 Adjustable Conference Table Or Dining Table Or Desk With Black Steel Frame And Original Floating 3/4 Inch Thick Glass. The LC6 Table Was Designed By Le Corbusier In Colla...
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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables

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Steel

Single Travertine Rectangle Base Chrome Stretchers Glass Top Dining Table Italy
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Single Travertine rectangle base chrome stretchers glass top dining table made in Italy. Beveled glass top.
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables

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Travertine, Chrome

Transitional Turned Leg Jenks Dining Table in Tanned Oak by Martin and Brockett
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Martin & Brockett's Jenks Dining Table features clean-lined transitional turned legs and a solid wood top. Shown in Tanned Oak finish. Standard: H 30 in. x W 72 in. x D 38 in. Par...
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2010s American Modern Conference Tables

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Oak

Massive Wood Table - Solid Wood Table - Custom Live Edge Light Ash Wood Table
Located in İnegöl, TR
LIVE EDGE ASH WOOD DINING TABLE This table is made of natural ash slabs. Some Ash slabs have a lot of natural beauty as it’s one side has a large curve. This is one of them! We'...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Organic Modern Conference Tables

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Epoxy Resin, Wood, Walnut

21st Century Studio Irvine Concrete Circular Dining Table Silver Cement Handmade
Located in Rome, Lazio
Rounded shape dining table part of a collection of modular system in ultra-high performing cement mortar. UHPC tabletop and base colored in the mixture and sandblasted. Available in ...
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2010s Italian Classical Roman Conference Tables

Materials

Concrete

21st Century Studio Irvine Concrete Circular Dining Table Ultramarine Cement
Located in Rome, Lazio
Rounded shape dining table part of a collection of modular system in ultra-high performing cement mortar. UHPC tabletop and base colored in the mixture and sandblasted. Available in ...
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2010s Italian Classical Roman Conference Tables

Materials

Concrete

21st Century Studio Irvine Fusto Rectangular Dining Table Brown Cement Color
Located in Rome, Lazio
Rectangular shape dining table part of a collection of modular system in ultra-high performing cement mortar. UHPC tabletop and base colored in the mixture and sandblasted. Available...
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2010s Italian Classical Roman Conference Tables

Materials

Concrete

21St Century Studio Irvine Fusto Rectangular Dining Table Ink Cement Color
Located in Rome, Lazio
Rectangular shape dining table part of a collection of modular system in ultra-high performing cement mortar. UHPC tabletop and base colored in the mixture and sandblasted. Available...
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2010s Italian Classical Roman Conference Tables

Materials

Concrete

Magnolia Conference Table in Blackened Ash with Chamfered Knife Edge
Located in Chattanooga, TN
We love the way the grain shouts when you blacken Ash so we modified our Magnolia Dining Table to highlight it. A mix of Modern and Japanese design the Magnolia Conference Table features blackened-ash, a modern trestle...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Anglo-Japanese Conference Tables

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Wood, Ash

Picasso Green Refined Contemporary Marble Dining Table 250/75
Located in Geneve, CH
Picasso Green refined contemporary marble dining table 250/75 Dimensions: 250 x 160 x 75 cm Materials: Picasso Green marble. Angelo is the essence of a round table in natural stone,...
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2010s Italian Post-Modern Conference Tables

Materials

Marble

Ancient Olive Wood Epoxy Resin Custom Dining Table
Located in İnegöl, TR
Custom Olive Epoxy Table This stunning table is made of Mediterranean Olive wood. The unique beauty of the natural curves of olive wood combined with blue epoxy is seen in this tabl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Arts and Crafts Conference Tables

Materials

Epoxy Resin, Wood, Olive

Georgia Solid Wood Conference Table by Autonomous Furniture
Located in Victoria, BC
Crafted from solid Vancouver Island Alder, this table exudes strength and luxury, setting the stage for productive meetings and fruitful discussions. Customizable adaptations for AV equipment ensure seamless integration of technology, enhancing communication and connectivity among team members. Personalize the table with your entity's name and logo, infusing it with a sense of identity and pride. Commissioned by the W̱SÁNEĆ School Board, this table pays homage to their history and culture with Indigenous artwork and torched CNC carving, symbolizing the life cycle in the forest. Engraved strips of recycled paper composite material signify progress and innovation, embodying the values of sustainability and forward-thinking. Designed by Kirk Van Ludwig, an award-winning Designer of the Year finalist, the Georgia Boardroom Table reflects his commitment to contemporary design and environmental stewardship. Tailored to benefit the circular economy, each piece is a testament to craftsmanship and innovation. Transform your office into a space of inspiration and collaboration with the Georgia Boardroom Table – where tradition meets modernity, and excellence knows no bounds. Experience the difference of Autonomous Furniture – where every piece tells a story of heritage, innovation, and timeless elegance. - Contemporary boardroom table using...
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2010s Canadian Modern Conference Tables

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Metal, Steel

A Large French 1950's Cherry Wood Dining Table with Two Pull-Out End Leaves
Located in Long Island City, NY
A large French Mid-Century cherry wood dining or conference table with two pull-out end leaves Width is 101 inches when fully extended.   
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables

Rectangular Oak Dining Table with Bronze Glass Top & Metal Detailing
Located in NEW YORK, NY
This rectangular dining table features a robust solid wood structure paired with a glass top. The table exudes elegance and refinement, inspired by minimalist lines and highlighted b...
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2010s Greek Modern Conference Tables

Materials

Metal

Black Big Rectangular Table and Natural Wood Rhombus Base Laminate 1970 Maple
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Black rectangular table and natural wood rhombus base laminate 1970 maple. Very reminiscent of the style of Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables

Materials

Laminate, Ash

Maurits Oval Marquetry Table in Reclaimed Oak from Old Italian Wine Barrels
Located in Fiesole, Florence
Inspired by the work of Escher, with Maurits we want to prove that a table doesn’t have to be antique to be an impressive testimony of craftsmanship. The marquetry table top in reclaimed Oak contains 381 rhombi cut from old Italian wine barrels. The brass legs compose a delicate inverse coronation. Handmade by master craftsmen in Tuscany, Italy. Standard base materials: black powder-coated iron and brass. Standard sizes: diameter 160 cm / 5'3" (suits 8...
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2010s Italian Modern Conference Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass

Massive Dining Table after Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
Extra long (96") thick plate glass top (.50") dining, conference table. The polished chrome base is highlighted by brass elements, stylistically reminiscent of classic Maison Jansen ...
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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Conference Tables

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Brass, Chrome

Nieves Oval Stone and Solid Wood Dining Table by Autonomous Furniture
Located in Victoria, BC
The Nieves table combines natural materials from two elements wood and stone to create an elevated table that stimulates the senses. Starting with solid wood that is sourced as close to home as possible, our designer Kirk Van Ludwig selected Dekton ultra-compact stone by Cosentino as a carbon neutral product that is heat and stain resistant. The oval shape invites guests to gather intimately around the Nieves table likely drawn to touch the beveled edge of the wood frame beneath the stone tabletop. The leg structure uses wood grain that is deliberately angled to highlight the grain direction showcasing superior craftsmanship. The Nieves oval table, the focal point of the Nieves collection - it was amidst the crisp mountain air and the whisper of the wind that the name Nieves was born, a homage to the legendary Virgen de las Nieves, the patron saint of Sierra Nevada. The Nieves table came to be with that in mind, the combination of two natural earthly elements - stone and wood - evoke a sense of calmness and beauty” – Kirk Van Ludwig. Features: Contemporary design of an oval dining table contrasting the stone tabletop with natural solid wood leg structure. Dekton tabletop in Umber set on solid natural oak leg structure. Designed by Kirk Van Ludwig, nine-time Designer of the Year finalist for Western Living magazine. A modern furniture aficionado. Specifications: 78" x 47.75" x 29" H. Larger size 96...
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2010s Canadian Modern Conference Tables

Materials

Stone

Rectangular Walnut Plank Top Metal Base Dining Table
Located in Sheffield, MA
Elegant and rustic at the same time, this wrought iron dining table base with walnut top can be used a dining table, a desk, or a confer...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Conference Tables

Materials

Iron

Ban Wood & Steel Dining Table by Autonomous Furniture
Located in Victoria, BC
The Ban table uses whitewashed Western maple, influenced by Scandinavian design, set on 3/8" curved hot rolled steel legs. The table is grounded both visuall...
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2010s Canadian Modern Conference Tables

Materials

Metal, Steel

Gem, contemporary Dining Table 200 , silvered Glass Top, corten finish legs
Located in Pietrasanta, IT
GEM Dining - coffee tables Combining contemporary modern style with details inspired by our glass tradition, Sabrina Landini GEM tables reinterpret our legendary links into head-tu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Conference Tables

Materials

Iron

1930thies Tubular Chrome and Blck Top Table for Pel by Serge Chermayeff
By Serge Chermayeff, PEL (Practical Equipment Ltd )
Located in Schöfflisdorf, CH
Very elegant french inspired large black laquered table with chrom tubular legs produced by PEL between 1933 and 1936 .Serge Chermayeff (1900–1996) ...
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1930s British Bauhaus Vintage Conference Tables

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Chrome

Modern Sculptural Table by Sebastiano Bottos, Italia
Located in Pordenone, IT
"Dorian" table by Sebastiano Bottos is a complex Corian made shape deriving from a simple design: an elliptical surface supported by a bent base that delicately skirts its vertices. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Conference Tables

Materials

Acrylic

Arne Vodder for Sibast Large Oversize Dining Conference Table Extensions
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Midcentury Danish modern dining conference table with two 20" self storing leafs extension boards. Overall maximum extended length is 120".
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables

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Teak

Osvaldo Borsani Writing Table Desk for Techno
Located in New York, NY
Rosewood top with leather writing surface. Measures: Top 2" thick. Insert 36 3/4" x L x 30" W.
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1960s Italian Vintage Conference Tables

Materials

Wood

Nieves Oval Dining Table in Stone and Solid Wood by Autonomous Furniture
Located in Victoria, BC
The Nieves table combines natural materials from two elements wood and stone to create an elevated table that stimulates the senses. Starting with solid wood that is sourced as close...
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2010s Canadian Modern Conference Tables

Materials

Stone

Greek Revival Dining Table Triple Pedestal Base & Elongated Octagon Glass Top
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful Greek Revival large dining table with a gray & black marbleized technique laminate covered triple octagon pedestal base & an elongated octagon glass top with beveled edges Attributed to Bernhardt. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. The base molding around columns has been repainted and looks beautiful. We did not find any outstanding flaws to laminate or glass. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, 1980-1990’s. Oh. My. Goodness!!!! Look at this absolutely gorgeous Greek Revival style dining table attributed to Bernhardt!!! The base is comprised of three octagon shaped columns with a gray & black marbleized technique covered with laminate and a black painted inverted crown molding around the base of each column. The glass top is an elongated octagon shape or a rectangle with angled corners and beautiful, beveled edges. The base on the columns appears to mirror the bevel on the glass top… it’s really striking!! This table is large enough to be used as an office conference table...
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Late 20th Century American Greek Revival Conference Tables

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Glass, Laminate, Wood, Paint

James de Wulf Concrete 3-Piece Locking Round Table, 102"
Located in Paia, HI
The update to our classic Locking Round table of epic proportions. This custom, brutally giant table is made for superhero assemblage, supervillain congregation, and the most lavish ...
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2010s North American Modern Conference Tables

Materials

Concrete

Midcentury Metal and Faux Stone Coffee Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This rugged coffee table features a sturdy metal frame with a very unique "textured" paint job. The center is a metal slab that has been made to re...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables

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Metal

One-of-a-Kind Siam Walnut/Acacia Live Edge Slab
Located in Buffalo, WY
A beautiful and exotic rainforest hardwood, our Siam Acacia slabs (also known as Cham-Cha) are cut from large, old-growth trees.  In limited supply, the trees and are not plantation ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Organic Modern Conference Tables

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Hardwood

Asian Chinese Chippendale Style Solid Rosewood Square Dining Table w/ 2 Bords
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Solid rosewood Chinese Chippendale style square dining table with 2x22 leaves extension boards. Mid-Century Modern decor match.
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20th Century Southeast Asian Chinese Chippendale Conference Tables

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Rosewood

Large Round Octagon Shape Single Pedestal Travertine Dining Conference Table
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Large Round Octagon Shape Single Pedestal Travertine Dining Conference Table
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables

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Marble, Travertine

Boat Shape Light Beige Marble Top Bent Satinwood Base Art Deco Dining Table
Located in Rockaway, NJ
French Art Deco boat shape beige marble top dining conference table. Atr. or in style of Borsani. Elegant low profile bent wood marble and brass base.
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables

Materials

Marble

1970s Borge Mogensen Fully Restored Folding Oak Conference / Dining Tables
Located in Knebel, DK
Refinished oak folding tables designed by Børge Mogensen in 1971 and made by Fredericia Stolefabrik. The flexible folding tables were originally designed as a conference tables cons...
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1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Conference Tables

Materials

Oak

Floating Black and Gold Fossil Marble Dining, Conference Table, 1970s, Italy
Located in Antwerp, BE
Italian marble dining table with modernist solid base. The design is architectural a monumental construction solid and based sculpture with a floating etched marble top. Can also be used as a conference or meeting table. Black stone with fossil...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables

Materials

Marble

Modern Dietiker Felber T14 Round Wood Table in Custom Green Zebra Pattern
Located in Stein am Rhein, CH
The Felber T14 round table is a beautiful art piece. The table has a massive wood top and is painted using a precise laser cut stencil technique. The T14 round table has an optim...
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2010s European Modern Conference Tables

Materials

Beech

Buzzi Trihex Dining/Conference Table by Buzzi Space
Located in Los Angeles, CA
New take on the meeting table: functional yet elegant.? The original round table has been rethought in its simplicity.? ?Tuning the outlines and bringing in soft edges results in...
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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Conference Tables

Materials

Oak

Vento Table in Recovery Cedar Wood and Hand Blown Glass by Studio F
Located in Torino, IT
The table is made from a single cedar board recovered from a fallen colossus hit by lightning. The signs of the event were highlighted by a precious geometrical inlay that reminds us...
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2010s Italian Conference Tables

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Blown Glass, Cedar, Reclaimed Wood, Wood

Rouge Boat Shape Marble Top Dining Table on Compass Shape Solid Walnut Legs
Located in Rockaway, NJ
French Mid-Century Modern deco solid walnut compass shape legs base marble top dining or conference table. Attributed to or in style of Jean Prouve.
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables

Materials

Marble

Strafford Dining Table By VERMONTICA
Located in Sharon, VT
The Strafford Dining Table by Scott Gordon is a Vermont-crafted statement piece, pairing a whitewashed oak slab top with gracefully curved, patinated steel bases. The hand-rolled ste...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Conference Tables

Materials

Steel

One of a Kind Siam Walnut/Acacia Slab Table on Welded Steel Legs
Located in Buffalo, WY
Discover the allure of our one-of-a-kind solid acacia dining/conference table, a true statement piece for your dining area. Handcrafted with care and attention to detail, this table ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Conference Tables

Materials

Wood

Large Formal Style Silver Gilt and Glass Top Pedestal Base Dining Table
Located in New York, NY
Phenomenal Hollywood Regency style dining table having two fluted squared pedestal column bases , which support the large rectangular white glass top. The table features a silver gil...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Conference Tables

Materials

Glass, Giltwood

Modern Dietiker Felber T14 Round Wood Table in Custom Purple Zebra Pattern
Located in Stein am Rhein, CH
The Felber T14 round table is a beautiful art piece. The table has a massive wood top and is painted using a precise laser cut stencil technique. The T14 round table has an optim...
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2010s European Modern Conference Tables

Materials

Beech

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Walnut Sabre Leg Dining / Conference Table
Located in Queens, NY
Mid-Century rectangular walnut dining / conference table with rounded corners and two expansion leaves, resting on four sabre legs. (T.H. ROBSJOHN-GIBBINGS FOR WIDDICOMB FURNITURE CO...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables

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Wood, Walnut

Walnut Lolita Dining Table, Customizable Wood
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Classic and elegant Lolita dining table features a solid black walnut tabletop and base. Other wood and stain options available. Standard size options, 10-12 week lead time (price varies by size...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Conference Tables

Materials

Walnut

James de Wulf Concrete Workbench Dining Table, 132 x 30
Located in Paia, HI
The James de Wulf Workbench dining table features a 1" concrete top, supported by a frame of powder coated steel. The surface is finished with a...
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2010s American Industrial Conference Tables

Materials

Concrete, Steel

Huge Pierre Jeanneret 056 Capitol Complex Table for Cassina, Italy, new
Located in Berlin, DE
Prices vary dependent on the material and color/finish. Available in natural teak, natural oak, black stained oak or dark walnut stained oak. Table designed by Pierre Jeanneret cir...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables

Materials

Wood

Konstantin Grcic, Laminated Aluminium Wood Legs 360 Large B Table
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Top in bevel edged extruded aluminium. Surface laminated in oak effect. Natural ash wooden legs. Measures: 120 D x 360 W x 73.5 H cm. Reddot design award best of de best 2011. ...
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2010s Spanish Modern Conference Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Ban Transparent Dining Table by Autonomous Furniture
Located in Victoria, BC
The Ban Transparent Table by Autonomous Furniture - Crafted with utmost precision, this stunning dining table is a testament to our commitment to disrupting the modern home with our dramatically contemporary furnishings. Made from the finest Black Walnut, its rich, natural beauty is truly captivating. The tabletop appears to float, creating an illusion of weightlessness, while the flawless one-inch curved clear acrylic legs add a refined touch of sophistication. As light and energy effortlessly pass through this transparent masterpiece, your dining space becomes infused with an ethereal ambiance that is simply mesmerizing. We take pride in our sustainable practices, and the Ban Transparent Table is no exception. The museum-grade clear acrylic legs are not only visually stunning but also crafted with the highest quality standards. Built to last for generations, our acrylic material is optimized to ensure minimal waste, aligning perfectly with our 50-year furniture mantra. It is a symbol of brilliance that will stand the test of time. Designed by Kirk Van Ludwig, a seven-time Designer of the Year finalist, this contemporary dining table is a true testament to his unparalleled talents. His impeccable eye for minimalistic lines and innovative use of mixed materials has made his pieces a global sensation, showcased in over 14 countries. With its dimensions of 92" L x 40" W x 29" H, the Ban Transparent Table offers ample space for unforgettable gatherings and memorable moments. And if you desire a tailored size, we are more than happy to accommodate your specific needs. Immerse yourself in luxury with our Ban Transparent Table, available in Black Walnut with an all-natural hard wax oil finish. Should you prefer a different aesthetic, we also offer the option of White Oak, Whitened Ash, and Torched Oak. Enhance your dining experience and indulge in the beauty of this modern masterpiece. Pair it with our coordinating Ban Console Table, featuring metal or curved acrylic...
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2010s Canadian Modern Conference Tables

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Acrylic, Ash, Oak, Walnut

Mahogany Art Deco Dining Table
Located in New York, NY
88" extended; leaves can be made.
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Early 1900s Swedish Art Deco Antique Conference Tables

Materials

Fir

1970s Brass Cylinders Lucite Glass Cocktail Table by Pace
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Elegant cocktail table features 3/4"-thick square glass top with rounded corners supported by lucite legs with brushed-brass caps and trim, circa 1970s. Legs are 3" in diameter. Exc...
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1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Conference Tables

Materials

Brass

Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti Italian 'Paracarro' Texture Concrete and Glass Din
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Mid-Century (circa 1979) 'Paracarro' circular dining table with a textured concrete plinth base with an inset polished chrome support beneath a...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Conference Tables

Materials

Stone, Metal, Chrome

Art Deco Dining Table 1930, German, '8 People', Materials: Wood and Chrome
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Dining table Art Deco Year: 1930 Country: German Wood and leather It is an elegant and sophisticated dining table. You want to live in the golden years, this is the dining table that...
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1930s German Art Deco Vintage Conference Tables

Materials

Chrome

Table with Chairs, 1960
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
We present dining set including a table and four chairs made in 1960 by a Czech designer Szuman Highly recommended item will be perfect complementation of the rooms in not only ...
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1950s Czech Art Deco Vintage Conference Tables

Materials

Walnut

Vintage, New and Antique Conference Tables

Vintage, new and antique conference tables are key to designing functional offices, setting the tone through shape and materials.

The evolution of floor plans and office furniture such as desks or office chairs shows how the workplace has changed over the years. One trend in the 20th century was the open floor plan, which was pioneered by Frank Lloyd Wright. The profoundly influential architect’s design for the 1936 office building for SC Johnson Wax was an early example. Soon, major American furniture manufacturers would take aim at creating furnishings for the workplace.

In 1942, Herman Miller, anticipating a postwar economic boom, began making office furniture for the first time, while at Knoll, a special office-focused division created by Florence Knoll in the mid-1940s designed office spaces for the likes of GM and CBS.

Open-floor-plan offices became mainstream by the mid-century as a way to reflect a company’s values. Working in an open space meant that employees were equal and the design was aimed at improving communication and cooperation. The conference table was key to this vision. Businesses with an open floor plan needed a place for meetings and this ensured that the conference table and conference room became staples of the modern office.

A round conference table is egalitarian and informal, getting people to participate and share ideas. A rectangular conference table is more structured, allowing executives to sit at the end of the table to conduct the meeting.

The style and color of the table are also important. A bold color can make participants feel more creative; a unique shape can evoke innovation and modernity. Creatives often invest in eye-catching furniture to express their company’s individuality.

A variety of conference tables can be found on 1stDibs, from postmodern conference tables for forward-looking businesses to new and custom options to make a conference room stand out.

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