Center Tables
Early 1900s British William IV Antique Center Tables
Hardwood, Ebony, Satinwood, Walnut, Rosewood
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Center Tables
Glass, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Center Tables
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Center Tables
Glass
20th Century British Campaign Center Tables
Brass
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Brass
Mid-19th Century French Regency Antique Center Tables
Bronze
1970s French Space Age Vintage Center Tables
Stainless Steel
2010s Turkish Organic Modern Center Tables
Stone, Travertine
2010s Egyptian Modern Center Tables
Brass
19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Center Tables
Marble
1830s Antique Center Tables
Oak
Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Center Tables
Wood
1980s Italian Other Vintage Center Tables
Glass
19th Century English Antique Center Tables
Walnut
Late 20th Century Center Tables
Metal
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Center Tables
Brass
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Stone, Marble
2010s German Modern Center Tables
Ash, Oak
1880s Italian Baroque Antique Center Tables
Marble
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Center Tables
Marble
2010s Spanish Modern Center Tables
Wood
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Center Tables
Marble, Brass
1960s European Vintage Center Tables
Oak
Late 19th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Center Tables
Iron
Mid-20th Century Center Tables
Stone, Brass
1920s Italian Neoclassical Vintage Center Tables
Marble
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Center Tables
Brass
2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Center Tables
Brass, Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Organic Modern Center Tables
Stone, Marble
Early 20th Century North American Renaissance Center Tables
Mahogany
1720s Italian Antique Center Tables
Walnut
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Marble, Steel, Brass
1960s Italian Vintage Center Tables
Brass
1960s Italian Vintage Center Tables
Brass
2010s American Center Tables
Epoxy Resin
2010s Egyptian Modern Center Tables
Polyester
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Glass, Wood
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Mahogany
Early 1900s Regency Antique Center Tables
Mahogany
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Bamboo
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Center Tables
Brass
1970s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Steel
2010s Center Tables
Resin, Epoxy Resin, Ash, Bentwood
2010s German Modern Center Tables
Oak
1890s English Arts and Crafts Antique Center Tables
Beech, Mahogany
1970s Spanish Post-Modern Vintage Center Tables
Steel
1650s Spanish Baroque Antique Center Tables
Chestnut
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Center Tables
Smoked Glass
1970s Spanish Post-Modern Vintage Center Tables
Steel
Early 18th Century Portuguese Baroque Antique Center Tables
Brass
1860s English Classical Roman Antique Center Tables
Elm
Late 19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Center Tables
Ivory, Tortoise Shell, Ebony
1950s Finnish Vintage Center Tables
Elm
2010s Italian Modern Center Tables
Glass
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Center Tables
Aluminum, Steel
1980s Italian Vintage Center Tables
Brass
Late 19th Century European Napoleon III Antique Center Tables
Mahogany
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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