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ELODIA Sculptural Brass Cobra and Glass Dining Table
Located in Chicago, IL
ELODIA Sculptural Brass Cobra and Glass Dining Table. Beautiful patina to brass serpent snake bases
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

Oriental Style Carved Dining Table and 6 Chairs
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Oriental Style Carved Dining Table and 6 Chairs This table has an exquisitely carved 5” broad
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Vintage 1920s Chinoiserie Dining Room Sets

Materials

Walnut

Space Age Dining Set with Six Cobra Chairs by Giotto Stoppino and Matching Table
By Giotto Stoppino
Located in Milano, IT
preeminent creations certainly are tables, chairs and lounge chairs in chromed metal, often sinuously shaped
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Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Dining Room Sets

Materials

Metal, Steel, Chrome

High table 1935 by A. Chanaux and J.M. Frank, Ed. Ecart Intl., France circa 2000
By Jean-Michel Frank, Ecart International
Located in Paris, FR
Dining room table designed by Jean-Michel Frank and Adolphe Chanaux in 1935. Stained oak and “sun
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1990s French Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood, Oak, Wenge

Faux Alligator Crocodile Snake Skin Square Dining Game Table Brass Feet
By Tommi Parzinger, Aldo Tura
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern faux skin game or dining table. Nice square design with recessed asking panels
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Center Tables

Materials

Brass

Gilbert Rohde Art Deco "Paldao" Dining Room Set for Herman Miller 10 Pieces Comp
By Gilbert Rohde
Located in Oakland, CA
: dining table with two 14? extensions, two arm chairs, four side chairs, a long serving cabinet, and two
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Dining Room Sets

Materials

Mohair, Burl

Bronze French “Snake” Table Lamp
By G. None
Located in Bronx, NY
This vintage golden bronze French table lamp dates from the early 20th century. A realistically
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Bronze French “Snake” Table Lamp
Bronze French “Snake” Table Lamp
H 23.88 in W 17.5 in D 10.38 in
Oxidized Copper and Lava Stone Amaru Outdoor Table and Bench Set by Ian Felton
By IAN FELTON
Located in Ciudad De México, MX
Amaru Bench and Dining Table Set (2023) Oxidized copper finish benches and table base and lava
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2010s Mexican Organic Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Lava, Copper

Parchment & Skin Snake Wrapped Console Sofa Table
By Karl Springer
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Decorative Mid-Century Modern Art Deco influence snake skin base and Goat skin top console sofa
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20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Parchment Paper

Multidirectional Postmodern Snake Table Lamp Memphis Era
By Isao Hosoe
Located in San Diego, CA
Flexible and pivoting 1980s lamp multidirectional snake movable neck. White enameled shade rewired
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20th Century Italian Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Adjustable Brown Snake Table Lamp, 1970s
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
Mid century brown space age desk lamp with flexible arm. The arm and shade can be positioned in any way desirable. The lamp is made out of metal and plastic. The lamp requires one E2...
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20th Century Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Antique Italian Brass Table Lamp with Twisted Snake
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Ornate table lamp in brass. It features lions-feet and a twisted serpent in relief. It was made in
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Vintage 1940s Italian Late Victorian Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Snake Skin Lamp
Located in New Rochelle, NY
Stunning python snake skin lamp. Beautiful pattern all around.
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Vintage 1970s American Table Lamps

Snake Skin Lamp
Snake Skin Lamp
H 25 in Dm 6.75 in
Impressive Gilt Laquared Tree with Serpent Snake Table Lamp
Located in Lincoln, GB
Impressive Gilt Laquared Tree Table Lamp is a truly remarkable piece that effortlessly combines
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Antique 19th Century Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Indian 19th Century Low Altar Table with Underglaze Snake Skin Pattern
Located in Yonkers, NY
An Indian antique low altar console table from the 19th century, with underglaze snake skin pattern
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Antique 19th Century Indian Console Tables

Materials

Wood

Vintage table lamps with snake skin At Cost Price
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
Pair of vintage table lamps in plexiglass and real python skin. Customization by Studio Glustin
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Vintage 1980s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Animal Skin, Plexiglass

Modern Lucite Chromed Metal Vintage Snake Table Lamp, 1980s
Located in Vienna, AT
This table lamp was designed and made in the 1980s. So the table lamp shows a curved Lucite arm and
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Vintage 1980s Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

French Art Deco Alabaster & Snake Wrought-Iron Table Lamp, 1920s
By G. Fabre
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco table lamp, France, 1920s. Classy modernist alabaster shade on its wrought-iron
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Alabaster, Wrought Iron

Table Lamp in Brown Whip Snake by Karl Springer 1980s
By Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
Table lamp covered in brown whip snake with bronze hardware by Karl Springer, American, 1980s. A
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Late 20th Century American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Pair Faux Snake Skin Pedestals
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of vintage pedestals wrapped in black faux reptile skin. Great for plants or lamps. Please confirm location NY or NJ.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Pedestals

Materials

Animal Skin

Pair Faux Snake Skin Pedestals
Pair Faux Snake Skin Pedestals
H 34 in W 15.5 in D 15.5 in
Chic Console Table w/ Black Leather & Snake Skin Attrib. to Karl Springer, 1970s
By Karl Springer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chic console table with black leather top and legs, and snake skin covering three drawers / Made in
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Vintage 1970s Italian Console Tables

Materials

Leather

19th Century Berlin Oval Plate Table on Carved Foot Dining Table
Located in Epfach, DE
Solid mahogany panel on a mounted, three-legged base, formed from three naturalistic snake legs
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Antique Early 19th Century German Empire Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Reggiani Extra Long Snake Floor or Table Lamp , 1960s , Italy
By Reggiani Lampadari, Reggiani, Goffredo Reggiani
Located in St- Leonard, Quebec
The thick prime quality ' brass chromed ' gooseneck permit to create playfull sculptural shape while lighting any desired area . Measures: 80 inches long.  Shade are 7 inches in ...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Black Hebi (Snake) Lamp, 1970s
By Isao Hosoe
Located in London, GB
This icon of 20th century design was created in 1970 by Japanese engineer and designer Isao Hosoe for Valenti, Italy. Structure in flexible metal that can be twisted in every direc...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Black Hebi (Snake) Lamp, 1970s
Black Hebi (Snake) Lamp, 1970s
H 19.69 in W 19.69 in D 3.55 in
Brown Hebi (Snake) Lamp, 1970s
By Isao Hosoe
Located in London, GB
This icon of 20th century design was created in 1970 by Japanese engineer and designer Isao Hosoe for Valenti, Italy. Structure in flexible metal that can be twisted in every direc...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Brown Hebi (Snake) Lamp, 1970s
Brown Hebi (Snake) Lamp, 1970s
H 17.72 in W 17.72 in D 2.37 in
Snake Skin & Brass Accent Table Lamp In the Manner of Gabriella Crespi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage In the Manner of Gabriella Crespi Snake Skin lamp in the manner of Gabriella Crespi
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Vintage 1970s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Serpentine, Brass

Faux Leather/Whip Snake Skin & Lucite Table Lamp Attributed Karl Springer, Pair
Located in Toledo, OH
Pair of faux leather / whip snake skin and Lucite table lamps attributed to Karl Springer. Heptagon
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Lucite

Antique Art Deco Period Snake Form Table Lamp with Amber Glass Beaded Shade
Located in New York, US
Our Art Deco period patinated bronze table lamp in the manner of Edgar Brandt is fashioned in the
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Early 20th Century Austrian Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Pair Thomas Blakemore English Faux Rouge Marble Table Lamps with Snake Motif
Located in New York, NY
Pair of very large (31 inch) vintage table lamps from the prestigious firm of Thomas Blakemore Ltd
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Composition

Swedish modern "snake skin" leather and brass Table lamp by E. Hansson & Co
Located in Hägersten, SE
Table lamp produced in Sweden by AB E. Hansson & Co. Made from brass with original snake skinn
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Tommaso Barbi for B Ceramiche "Cobra" Snake Gold Ceramic Table Lamp, Italy 1970s
By Tommaso Barbi, B Ceramiche
Located in Rome, IT
"Cobra" snake table lamp in gold ceramic by the Italian designer Tommaso Barbi for B Ceramiche
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Meissen Snake-Handled "Schlangenvase" Urn Vase Lamp
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A Meissen Snake-Handled "Schlangenvase" urn vase lamp, circa 1900, Gilt and painted in colors, the
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Early 20th Century German Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Porcelain

Midcentury Ceramic Snake Skin Pattern Brown Lamp on Wood Base
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1960s ceramic brown swirl lamp with snake skin pattern on wood base.
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Vintage 1960s Table Lamps

Vintage Snake Lamp in the Style of Isao Hosoe
By Isao Hosoe
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage articulating lamp in the style of Isao Hosoe in white.
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Vintage 1970s Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Vintage Snake Lamp in the Style of Isao Hosoe
By Isao Hosoe
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage articulating lamp in the style of Isao Hosoe in red.
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

neo Classical Meissen style snake handled urn lamp blanc de chine
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Farmingdale, NJ
, the details of snakes and neo classical ornamentation create a clever sleekness in its charm. Placed
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Vintage 1930s European Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Porcelain

Hillebrand Desk lamp Model Snake with beautiful chrome shade, 1970
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
Hillebrand Desk lamp Model Snake with beautiful chrome shade, 1970 Can rotate in various
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

Hillebrand Desk lamp Model Snake with beautiful chrome shade, 1970
Hillebrand Desk lamp Model Snake with beautiful chrome shade, 1970
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H 55.12 in W 55.12 in D 1.97 in
Fog & Mørup, Snake Light with White Frosted Shades, Denmark, circa 1930
By Fog & Mørup
Located in New York, NY
& Mørup), snake table light, chrome with white frosted shades, origin: Denmark, circa 1930 - 1940. All
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome

19th Century, Meissen Neoclassical Cobalt Blue & Gold Snake Handle Urn Lamp
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Atlanta, GA
converted to a table lamp. It features a Neoclassical baluster form with gilt and white gadrooned rim
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Antique 19th Century German Neoclassical Table Lamps

Materials

Porcelain

Early 20th Century Solid Cherry Pedestal Tripod Candle Stand with Snake Feet
Located in Germantown, MD
An Early 20th Century Refinished Solid Cherry Pedestal Tripod Candle Stand with Snake Feet
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Early 20th Century American George III Candle Stands

Materials

Cherry

Attributed to E. F. Caldwell Lamps With Snakes And Turtles - A Pair
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of lamps attributed to EF Caldwell, New York City. Many of Caldwell designs and productions had turtles attached to the tripartite base. Gilded Eagle finials attached to the sha...
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Antique Early 1900s American Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

20th Century Solid Mahogany Pedestal Tripod Pie Crust Candle Stand w/Snake Feet
Located in Germantown, MD
An Early 20th Century Refinished Solid Mahogany Pedestal Tripod Pie Crust Candle Stand with Snake
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Early 20th Century American George III Candle Stands

Materials

Cherry

Pair of French Louis XVI Gilt Bronze Lamps with Snake Handles circa 1870
Located in Shippensburg, PA
GILT-BRONZE ENTWINED SNAKE HANDLES France, circa 1870 Item # 307JUX13W A truly stunning pair of
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Table Lamps

Materials

Onyx, Bronze

Pair of Rare X-Large Black Enameled Metal and Brass "Snake" Lamps, Italy
Located in New York, NY
wrapped by a solid brass snake. Artistic and sculptural in nature and handcrafted by an artisan in
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass, Iron

Pair of Victorian Solid Cast Bronze Figural Cherub Oil Lamp Bases Holding Snakes
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
casting on all four sides and feature figural snakes or serpents that sit in the raised arms of each
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Antique Late 19th Century American High Victorian Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Snake Lamp, by Aldo Tura, Ashtray Service Cigarettes Hand-Carved Walnut
By Bassano's Ebanisteria
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Mid-Century table lamp, Art Deco lamp, by Aldo Tura, ashtray service cigarettes or centre table, in
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Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Walnut

Set of 2 Hebi snake lamps from Isao Hosoe for V. Luce Italian design 1982
By Isao Hosoe
Located in Berlin, DE
The lamp is an extreme good condition. Nothing has been changed, it is in it's original state and works (shines) perfectly. It is fun to create sculptures out of them by changing the...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic

Chippendale Serving Table
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in Greenwich, CT
Very fine George III mahogany serving table attributed to Thomas Chippendale, the well figured
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Antique 1770s English Chippendale Serving Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Chippendale Serving Table
Chippendale Serving Table
H 33 in W 82 in D 27 in
Chinese Carved Console Altar Table
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Asian carved altar or console table features hand carved images of dragons along the frieze and
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Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Console Tables

Materials

Wood

Chinese Carved Console Altar Table
Chinese Carved Console Altar Table
H 36 in W 68.25 in D 15.75 in
Pair of 19th Century Italian Console Tables
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Wonderful pair of 19th century unusual pair of mahogany console tables. This pair has inset
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Antique 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Console Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of 19th Century Italian Console Tables
Pair of 19th Century Italian Console Tables
H 38.39 in W 45.67 in D 22.05 in
Italian 1970s Table Lamp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Steel triangle shaped table lamp with snake skin shade.
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Vintage 1970s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Italian 1970s Table Lamp
Italian 1970s Table Lamp
H 36 in Dm 20 in
Ceramic cylindrical table lamp, 1940s.
Located in Lisboa, PT
Ceramic table lamp in the style of Luc Lanel decorated with a gold snake shaped ornamental, France
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Vintage 1940s French Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Early 20th Century Handwrought Iron Mirrored Console Table
Located in Lambertville, NJ
An early 20th century handwrought iron and mirrored one-drawer console table. The framed mirror is
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Console Tables

Materials

Wrought Iron

19th Century Italian Carved Walnut Console Table and Mirror
Located in London, GB
with a snake atop, enclosing an elliptical bevelled mirror, Italian, circa 1870. Dimensions
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Antique 19th Century Italian Renaissance Console Tables

Materials

Walnut

Antique Country House Dumb Waiter, English, 2-Tier Serving Table, Georgian, 1780
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique country house dumb waiter. An English, mahogany 2-tier serving table, dating to
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Antique Late 18th Century British Serving Tables

Materials

Wood

Pair of Swedish Vintage Brass Table Lamps
Located in London, GB
A very stylish and well made pair of Swedish vintage brass table lamps. We have recently imported
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Angelo Lelii for Arredoluce ‘Cobra’ Table Lamp
By Angelo Lelii, Arredoluce
Located in Waalwijk, NL
’ already suggests, the table lamp awakens the association of the head of a snake. The highlight of this
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Chrome, Iron

French Art Deco Egyptian Sculpture Table Lamp, 1930s
By Studio Art Deco
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Art Deco table amp, 1930s. Egyptian woman with snakes in her arms. Spelter, glass and marble
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Spelter

Red Hebi Table Lamp Designed by Isao Hosoe
By Isao Hosoe
Located in Weesp, NL
Introducing the timeless elegance of the Hebi table lamp, a masterpiece of design by Isao Hosoe for
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Vintage 1970s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Red Hebi Table Lamp Designed by Isao Hosoe
Red Hebi Table Lamp Designed by Isao Hosoe
H 30.71 in W 9.85 in D 4.73 in
Edgar Brandt and Daum “La Tentation” Table Lamp
By Daum, Edgar Brandt
Located in New York, NY
shade. The snake is made particularly lifelike with low-relief scales, and with a realistic, hissing
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Wrought Iron

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Snake Dining Table For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the snake dining table you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A snake dining table — often made from metal, glass and brass — can elevate any home. Find 72 options for an antique or vintage snake dining table now, or shop our selection of 3 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect snake dining table — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A snake dining table, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco or Art Nouveau style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one snake dining table that is appealing in its simplicity, but Meissen Porcelain, Karl Springer and Knut Hesterberg produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Snake Dining Table?

Prices for a snake dining table can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $450 and can go as high as $43,000, while the average can fetch as much as $2,768.
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  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    How high a dining table should be varies. If you already have your dining chairs, look for a table that is 10 to 12 inches taller than the seat height to provide ample legroom. The standard height for dining tables is around 30 inches. However, you can opt for taller pieces, such as 34- to 36-inch counter-height tables or 40- to 42-inch bar-height tables. Shop a large selection of dining tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A dining table with leaf is a dining table that has its middle part as solid and remains in place, but the two sides of the table drop down on a hinge, so they hang at the side. This is where the name 'drop leaf' comes from. Many homeowners have decided to go with leaf tables as they offer a lot of flexibility to their homes. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of dining table options as well as a range of vintage and antique drop-leaf tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An MCM dining table is a table that reflects the mid-century modern style. Typically these tables are functional and have clean minimalist lines. MCM furniture is made with a variety of materials and colors, but wood is the most common. Find a selection of mid-century modern tables and furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    How thick a dining table should be varies. Many tables feature tops that are between 0.75 and 1 inch in thickness. However, some tables may have tops that are up to 2 inches thick. Typically, tables with thicker tops will have a more rustic appearance. Shop a large selection of dining tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Dining tables come in a huge variety of styles and are often chosen according to individual preference. The best dining tables are ones that are sturdy, well-made and able to withstand wear and tear. You should also consider your space limitations as well as budget. Find a versatile collection of antique and vintage dining tables on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The narrowest a dining table can be is 36 inches. This leaves 18 inches of space for each of the guests on the opposite side of the table, as well as room in the center for serving dishes or platters. Find a collection of antique and vintage dining tables on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    How wide a dining table should be largely depends on its shape. Most rectangular and oval dining tables are 36 to 40 inches wide. Round table widths or diameters vary and will determine how many people can sit comfortably at one time. Generally, a round table 36 to 44 inches in width is ideal for up to four people, while ones that are 44 to 54 inches in diameter can accommodate four to six. Tables between 54 and 59 inches in width are suitable for six to eight people. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of dining tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    The height of a dining table varies from piece to piece. However, standard dining tables are usually 28 to 30 inches tall. Counter-height tables are taller at 34 to 36 inches, and bar-height tables are the highest at 40 to 42 inches high. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of dining tables from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A small dining table is also called a dinette. A table and two to four seats are frequently included. Designed for small spaces, dinettes are most often used in kitchens and breakfast nooks. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage and antique dinettes.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Whether mahogany is good for a dining table is largely a matter of personal preference. Some people may prefer the hardwood for their dining room furniture owing to its natural beauty, durability and stain-resistant qualities. Mahogany also features a striking natural grain that renders it ideal for use in that part of your home, specifically as dinner guests will be able to experience it! Shop a range of mahogany dining tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A drop-leaf table is a type of table that has a fixed portion in the center and foldable portions on either side joined by hinges. These foldable portions can be dropped and closed to save space when the table is not in use. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage drop leaf dining tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To protect your maple dining table, use placemats or a tablecloth to reduce the risk of scratches. Always place a trivet underneath hot serveware to avoid scorching the finish. Set glasses on coasters to keep rings off the wood. Shop a selection of vintage and antique dining tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Large dining tables are usually called banquet tables due to their ability to seat a crowd. Normally, banquet tables measure over 10 feet in length. Some standard dining tables convert to banquet tables with removable leaves. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique and vintage dining tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    There isn’t a single most durable material for a dining table. Solid hardwood and stainless steel can hold up to wear and tear, but the quality of the craftsmanship also impacts durability. Find a variety of dining tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    There is no single most durable type of dining table. Materials like solid hardwood, stone and marble can make for long-lasting tables, but other factors like how you care for the piece and how well it's made also help determine durability. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of dining tables from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024
    Yes, onyx can be a good material for a dining table. The mineral is strong, but it is relatively lightweight, making tables easy to move throughout a room as needed. Many people find the color and luster of onyx tabletops to be visually appealing. Since the material can become scratched or damaged by heat, it is important to take steps to protect an onyx dining table by using felt-backed trivets or heat-resistant fabric mats beneath hot dishes. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of onyx dining tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    Dining room tables with butterfly leaves look like they have wings when they’re being opened, which is why they’re called butterflies. A butterfly leaf affords you more space at your dining table for additional house guests. Owing to geared slides, butterfly leaf tables should open easily.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A draw-leaf dining table means that the table’s leaves are stored under the main tabletop. The top of the table is lifted slightly on its frame and the leaves pulled out on each end. Relatedly, a drop-leaf table is a table with a fixed center section, but on either side of that, there are hinged leaves that can be raised or lowered according to your specific needs. The purpose of a drop-leaf table is to save space when the table is not in use. Drop-leaf tables can also be used as nightstands, side tables, coffee tables, and desks. Find a collection of antique and vintage draw-leaf dining tables on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021
    Yes, ceramic dining tables are really good as they are very strong and durable. Made from sturdy materials, ceramic dining tables are resistant to spills, cuts, scratches and extreme heat. You can select from varying styles of ceramic dining tables, including Antique, Vintage, 21st Century, Mid Century on 1st Dibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To identify your antique dining table, first check to see if there is a maker’s mark on the underside. If there are no identifying marks or stamps, a furniture appraiser can check the style and the hardwood used to identify your piece. Shop a collection of antique furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.