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STACKED DINING TABLE - Modern Wooden Dining Table with Metal Inlay and Bases
By Susan Hornbeak-Ortiz
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
STACKED DINING TABLE - Modern Wooden Dining Table with Metal Inlay and Bases The Stacked Dining
Category

2010s American Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Metal

Customized 'Paracarro' Dining Table Bases by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti 1970s
By Giovanni Offredi, Saporiti
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pair of customized 'Paracarro' dining table bases are originally by Giovanni Offredi for
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Concrete, Steel, Chrome

FLOAT DINING TABLE - Modern Bleached White Oak Dining Table w/ Silver Leaf Bases
By Susan Hornbeak-Ortiz
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
FLOAT DINING TABLE - Modern Bleached White Oak Dining Table w/ Silver Leaf Bases The Float Dining
Category

2010s American Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Silver Leaf

Two Customizable Industrial Metal And Wood Dining Room Table Bases
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Heavy-duty Industrial light-grey painted metal and wood table bases Color of metal bases can be
Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Dining Room Tables

Materials

Metal

Mastercraft Brass 'Trilobi' Triangular Dining Table or Desk Bases, circa 1970
By Mastercraft
Located in Los Angeles, CA
' Mastercraft dining table bases, which also work excellent for a desk or work table, feature a hefty triangular
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

Glamorous Pair of Dining Table or Console Bases by Pierre Cardin
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Atlanta, GA
A beautiful pair of cage style table bases by Pierre Cardin, circa 1970s. Comprised of alternating
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Pair of Mid Century Modern Cast Aluminum Ibex Dining Table Bases
By Alain Chervet
Located in San Jose, CA
sophisticated and dramatic focal point will be a statement piece in any interior dining room space. Price is for
Category

Vintage 1970s Hollywood Regency Dining Room Tables

Materials

Aluminum

2 Cypress Tree Root Trunk Driftwood Dining Table Desk Double Pedestal Bases
Located in Philadelphia, PA
an example. These table bases can be used as a dining table or large desk and the bases can be moved
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Driftwood

Vintage Pair Brass Trefoil Dining Table or Console Bases Style of Curtis Jere
By Curtis Jeré
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage pair of gold brass metal trefoil table bases. In the style of Curtis Jere. These do have
Category

Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

Silvio Coppola Dining Table for Bernini, Italy
By Silvio Coppola
Located in San Francisco, CA
Silvio Coppola design walnut dining table for Bernini, Italy. Post modern table with interesting
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Walnut

A Peroba Wood Dining or Conference Table w/ Fabulously Thick Carved Scroll Bases
Located in Atlanta, GA
A vintage Brazilian dining room or conference table made of reclaimed peroba wood. This 9.5 foot
Category

20th Century Brazilian Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood, Hardwood

The Elise: A Modern Stone Dining Table with a Rectangular Top and Angled Bases
By Atelier Jouvence Custom Stoneworks
Located in Chicago, IL
The Elise is a fun modern dining table. The top is made from a sleek thin stone slab. The two
Category

2010s American Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Marble

For No One Round Dining Table Marble Ambrosia
By Gio Pagani
Located in Milano, IT
For No One dining table has a top made up of a supported Ambrosia matt marble slab with an 8 cm
Category

2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Marble, Metal

For No One Dining Table Marble Ambrosia marble
By Gio Pagani
Located in Milano, IT
For No One dining table has a top made up of a supported Ambrosia matt marble slab with an 8 cm
Category

2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Marble, Metal

For No One Dining Table Marble Ambrosia marble
For No One Dining Table Marble Ambrosia marble
H 29.14 in W 47.25 in D 114.18 in
Giovanni Offredi "Paracarro" Dining Table for Saporiti, 1970s
By Saporiti, Gianni Offredi
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Concrete and chrome center or dining table designed by Giovanni Offredi for Saporiti Italy model
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Brutalist Dining Room Tables

Materials

Concrete

Round Table with Empire Bases 60-115 inch
Located in Annville, PA
The Round Table with Empire Bases 60-115 inch is a high quality 60 inch round table when closed
Category

2010s Empire Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Eames Aluminum Group Dining Table for Herman Miller
By Charles and Ray Eames
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A nice sized medium ebony toned dining table with satin black edge having black pedestals attached
Category

Late 20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood

Chippendale Dining Table
Located in Annville, PA
This is the version of the traditional Ball and Claw Chippendale Dining Table. It is a Chippendale
Category

2010s Chippendale Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Chippendale Dining Table
Chippendale Dining Table
H 31 in W 79 in D 47 in
Radial Dining Table by Stanley Jay Friedman for Brueton
By Stanley Friedman
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Part of the 'Radial' series, this dining table by Stanley Jay Friedman for Brueton, USA, c. 1980s
Category

Vintage 1980s American Dining Room Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Ingrid Rectangular Dining Table
Located in Hollywood, FL
The Ingrid Dining Table harkens back to the best of Danish furniture presented in a modern version
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood

Ingrid Rectangular Dining Table
Ingrid Rectangular Dining Table
H 29 in W 44 in D 84 in
Olympia Stone Dining Table
By Pieces
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This pill-shaped dining table was originally designed for the Pieces Homes shoppable Airbnb in
Category

2010s North American Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Granite

Olympia Stone Dining Table
Olympia Stone Dining Table
H 29 in W 96 in D 42 in
George Nelson for Herman Miller Pedestal Dining Table Desk, 1960
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Vienna, AT
Unusual original dining or desk table by George Nelson for Herman Miller, mid century Dimensions
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Dining or Conference Table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Dunbar Furniture
Located in Buffalo, NY
Beautiful figured walnut oval top on two rosewood pedestal bases with three feet ending in ribbed
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Metal

For No One Dining Table Marble Ambrosia marble - READY TO SHIP
By Gio Pagani
Located in Milano, IT
For No One dining table has a top made up of a supported matte Ambrosia marble slab with a solid
Category

2010s Italian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Marble

Angelo Mangiarotti for Skipper White Carrara Marble "Eros" Dining Table 1970
By Skipper, Angelo Mangiarotti
Located in Almelo, NL
oval top fitted on four strong conical bases, Italy, 1970. This grand dining table has subtle veining
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Carrara Marble

Postmodern Vintage Marble Dining Table
Located in Chicago, IL
Stunning marble dining table with channel bases. This table is so solid and can be used as table
Category

Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Marble

Vintage Henkel Harris Dining Table
Located in Annville, PA
A Vintage Henkel Harris Dining Table brought to you by Niagara Furniture. This table is impressive
Category

Late 20th Century North American Renaissance Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Henkel Harris Dining Table
Vintage Henkel Harris Dining Table
H 30 in W 45 in D 116 in
Vintage Italian Granite Dining Table
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Stunning vintage Italian granite dining table manufactured in Italy, circa 1980s. This table is
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Granite

Vintage Italian Granite Dining Table
Vintage Italian Granite Dining Table
H 31.5 in W 80 in D 39.75 in
Vintage Henkel Harris Dining Table
Located in Annville, PA
A Vintage Henkel Harris Dining Table brought to you by Niagara Furniture. This table is impressive
Category

Late 20th Century North American Renaissance Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Henkel Harris Dining Table
Vintage Henkel Harris Dining Table
H 30 in W 116 in D 45 in
Long Regency Mahogany Dining Table
Located in Annville, PA
This is the interpretation of a Long Regency Mahogany Dining Table with gold leaf accents on the
Category

2010s Regency Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Long Harp Base Dining Table
Located in Annville, PA
The Long Harp Base Dining Table is resting on our very popular lyre shaped pedestals this table
Category

2010s Chippendale Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Long Harp Base Dining Table
Long Harp Base Dining Table
H 31 in W 79 in D 48 in
Customizable "Slab" Modern Dining Table
By Union Wood Co.
Located in Vancouver, B.C.
With simple geometric lines the Slab Dining Table serves as a gathering place in any home. This
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Eero Saarinen for Knoll Tulip Dining Table & Chairs
By Eero Saarinen, Knoll
Located in London, GB
A stylish and iconic design, this tulip dining table and four matching swivel dining chairs were
Category

Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

Materials

Metal

Aaron Dining Table by Stefano Bigi
By Pacini & Cappellini
Located in Milan, IT
An elegant table created by Stefano Bigi perfect for the dining room. The intricate design features
Category

2010s Italian Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood

Aaron Dining Table by Stefano Bigi
Aaron Dining Table by Stefano Bigi
H 29.53 in W 94.49 in D 43.31 in
Rise Dining Table Handcrafted in India by Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
discovered the perfect material for a large format table that would combine the look of both stone and wood
Category

2010s Indian Other Dining Room Tables

Materials

Sandstone

Angelo Mangiarotti for Skipper Carrara Marble Dining Table from Eros Series 1971
By Angelo Mangiarotti, Skipper
Located in New York, NY
dining table with large oval top fitted on four conical bases. This elegantly organic dining table has
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Carrara Marble

Rise Dining Table Handcrafted in India by Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
discovered the perfect material for a large format table that would combine the look of both stone and wood
Category

2010s Indian Other Dining Room Tables

Materials

Sandstone

Biosca Dining Table in Stained Pine
By BIOSCA
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Biosca, dining table, stained pine, Spain, 1960s Outstanding Spanish dining table that is executed
Category

Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Pine

Biosca Dining Table in Stained Pine
Biosca Dining Table in Stained Pine
H 28.55 in W 74.81 in D 31.11 in
Contemporary Dining Table 'Desco', Wooden Top
By Emanuel Gargano & Anton Cristell, Amura
Located in Paris, FR
Contemporary round table 'Desco' by Emanuel Gargano & Anton Cristell x Amura Lab Materials: wooden
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Contemporary Dining Table 'Desco', Wooden Top
Contemporary Dining Table 'Desco', Wooden Top
H 29.53 in W 157.49 in D 39.38 in
1950s Italian Bramante Beech Dining Work Studio Table by Castiglioni for Zanotta
By Zanotta
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An opportunity to buy a rare and substantially sized ‘2630 Bramante’ trestle table originally
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood

T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Extending Dining Table in Walnut for Widdicomb, 1950
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Camden, ME
T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings dining table with pullout end leaves on twin tripod bases with reverse
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Walnut

Rare 'Kono' Dining Table / Desk by Lella & Massimo Vignelli for Casigliani, 1984
By Massimo and Lella Vignelli
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exceptionally rare and large 'Kono' table, which works excellent as either a dining table or a
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Granite, Copper

Galaxy Round Dining Table by Masaya
By Masaya
Located in Geneve, CH
Galaxy round dining table by Masaya Dimensions: W 74 x D 74 x H 73 cm Materials: Brass Also
Category

2010s Thai Post-Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

Common Dining Table by Van Rossum
Located in Geneve, CH
Common dining table by Van Rossum Dimensions: D200 x W100 x H75 cm Materials: Oak, concrete
Category

2010s Dutch Post-Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Concrete

Common Dining Table by Van Rossum
Common Dining Table by Van Rossum
H 29.53 in W 39.38 in D 78.75 in
Carrocel Custom Modern Oak Dining Table
By Carrocel
Located in North York, ON
bases with gold metal trim at the bottom. A perfect addition to a grand dining room! Table closed: H
Category

2010s Canadian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

Carrocel Custom Modern Oak Dining Table
Carrocel Custom Modern Oak Dining Table
H 30.25 in W 124 in D 44 in
Vintage Giemme Francesco Molon Dining Table
By Francesco Molon
Located in Annville, PA
he Vintage Giemme Francesco Molon Dining Table was produced in Italy. The table has a lot of great
Category

Early 2000s Italian Dining Room Tables

Materials

Gold Leaf

Satin Aluminum Rams Head Dining Table
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Amazing pair of cast aluminum rams head dining table bases from the 1980’s. They have a satin
Category

Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Dining Room Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Satin Aluminum Rams Head Dining Table
Satin Aluminum Rams Head Dining Table
H 28.5 in W 35 in D 29.5 in
19th Century Regency Mahogany Dining Table
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality 19th century Regency period mahogany dining Ttable, having a single
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Regency Three Pillar Mahogany Dining Table
Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire
A fine Regency three pillar table in figured mahogany. Good model with generous sized tops, square
Category

Antique 1810s English Regency Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Regency Three Pillar Mahogany Dining Table
Regency Three Pillar Mahogany Dining Table
H 28.5 in W 159.25 in D 54 in
Hans Wegner for Andreas Tuck American Mid-Century Drop Leaf Teak Dining Table
By Andreas Tuck
Located in New York, NY
American mid-century rectangular teak dining / conference table with two drop leaves resting on two
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Teak, Wood

Volta Dining Table 160 by Wentz
By Guilherme Wentz
Located in Geneve, CH
Volta Dining Table 160 by Wentz Dimensions: D 160 x W 160 x H 75 cm Materials: Wood, Plywood, MDF
Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Steel

Volta Dining Table 160 by Wentz
Volta Dining Table 160 by Wentz
H 29.53 in W 63 in D 63 in
Volta Dining Table 140 by Wentz
By Guilherme Wentz
Located in Geneve, CH
Volta Dining Table 140 by Wentz Dimensions: D 140 x W 140 x H 75 cm Materials: Wood, Plywood, MDF
Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Steel

Volta Dining Table 140 by Wentz
Volta Dining Table 140 by Wentz
H 29.53 in W 55.12 in D 55.12 in
Volta Dining Table 120 by Wentz
By Guilherme Wentz
Located in Geneve, CH
Volta Dining Table 120 by Wentz Dimensions: D 120 x W 120 x H 75 cm Materials: Wood, Plywood, MDF
Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Steel

Volta Dining Table 120 by Wentz
Volta Dining Table 120 by Wentz
H 29.53 in W 47.25 in D 47.25 in
Volta Dining Table 180 by Wentz
By Guilherme Wentz
Located in Geneve, CH
Volta Dining Table 180 by Wentz Dimensions: D 180 x W 180 x H 75 cm Materials: Wood, Plywood, MDF
Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Steel

Volta Dining Table 180 by Wentz
Volta Dining Table 180 by Wentz
H 29.53 in W 70.87 in D 70.87 in
Volta Dining Table 90 by Wentz
By Guilherme Wentz
Located in Geneve, CH
Volta Dining Table 90 by Wentz Dimensions: D 90 x W 90 x H 75 cm Materials: Wood, Plywood, MDF
Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Steel

Volta Dining Table 90 by Wentz
Volta Dining Table 90 by Wentz
H 29.53 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Live Edge Black Walnut Dining Table
By George Nakashima
Located in New Hope, PA
providing comfortable seating for 10 or 12 in a pinch. Jeffrey’s Sculpted T Bases are powder coated in ever
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21st Century and Contemporary American Dining Room Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Live Edge Black Walnut Dining Table
Live Edge Black Walnut Dining Table
H 30 in W 50 in D 104 in
'Delfi' Marble Dining Table by Marcel Breuer and Carlo Scarpa for Gavina, Italy
By Gavina, Carlo Scarpa, Marcel Breuer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This incredible 'Delfi' dining table designed by Carlo Scarpa and Marcel Breuer is composed of two
Category

20th Century Italian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Marble

Vintage Italian Marble and Glass Dining Table
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This beautiful Italian marble dining table from the 1980s boasts a unique and elegant design. The
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Marble

1970's Danish Modern Rosewood & Chrome Folding Dining Table / Console Table
By Georg Petersens, Milo Baughman
Located in Burbank, CA
desk, or dining table. It has been professionally refinished, and is now immaculate. The chrome has
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Chrome

"Cugino" Tempered Glass and Painted Steel Dining Table by Enzo Mari for Driade
By Enzo Mari, Driade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Cugino" is a dining table, designed by Enzo Mari and manufactured by Driade, featuring a black
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Steel

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Table Bases For Dining Table For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal table bases for dining table for your home. Frequently made of metal, wood and brass, every table bases for dining table was constructed with great care. Find 3815 options for an antique or vintage table bases for dining table now, or shop our selection of 565 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a table bases for dining table — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right table bases for dining table, those designed in mid-century modern, modern and Hollywood Regency styles are of considerable interest. Pieter Compernol & Stephanie Grusenmeyer, Laurel Lamp Company and The Marbro Lamp Company each produced at least one beautiful table bases for dining table that is worth considering.

How Much is a Table Bases For Dining Table?

A table bases for dining table can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,419, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $685,000.
Questions About Table Bases For Dining Table
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A table base should be roughly two-thirds of the size of the tabletop. So a top with a 60-inch diameter should be paired with a 40-inch base.
  • 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 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 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    The best width for a dining table may vary upon your needs. Typically, the width of a dining table may range from approximately 36 to 40 inches, and you want to make sure you allow for approximately three feet of walking space around the table in your dining room so that guests can move freely. Shop a wide range of vintage and antique dining tables on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The best wood for a dining table is a matter of preference. Oakwood is widely used due to its durability and open grain structure. It can withstand surface scratches and can be easily sanded and refinished. Find a range of antique and vintage dining tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The chabudai, or the short Japanese dining table makes the most of limited space by serving many functions in a Japanese home. They often feature collapsible legs so they can be stored. Diners sit on pillows on the floor, rather than chairs, again freeing up more space by not having bulky chairs. Shop a collection of Japanese furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Dining room tables are typically 30 inches high.

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Dining room chairs and dining tables do not necessarily have to match. 

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    No, a buffet usually shouldn't be longer than a dining table. Most experts recommend that you choose a buffet that is the same length or slightly shorter than your dining table. Keeping the two pieces in proportion with each other creates balance within a space.

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  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    Yes, a round dining table is practical. Typically, shapes of dining tables that don't have corners save the most space. Working with a tighter space may mean that a round or oval dining room table, a design that references the festive meals of the medieval era, may be a better fit. Round dining room tables, particularly those that originated in the Art Deco period, still endure as a popular contemporary substitute for traditional rectangular dining tables. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of dining tables from some of the world's top sellers.