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Do architects still use drafting tables?

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Do architects still use drafting tables?
Yes, many architects still use drafting tables. Although much of architectural design involves computer-aided drafting, many professionals still prefer to draw by hand. Artists may also purchase drafting tables for producing illustrations and sketches. Find a collection of drafting tables on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
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20th Century Industrial Drafting Table
By Alvin Corporation
Located in New York, NY
Vintage wood and cast iron Industrial drafting table with an adjustable height and a pivoting
Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Iron

Vintage Architect Drafting Table, circa 1940
Located in Napa, CA
Vintage metal and wood architect's or drafting table. Tubular steel with wood tabletop, circa 1940
Category

Vintage 1940s Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Wood

Marcel Bauer Draft Table, Mid 20th Century
Located in Praha, CZ
Marcel Bauer draft table, min 20th century, made in Germany Made of chrome and wood. Repolished
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Side Tables

Materials

Chrome

Vintage Adjustable Top Oak Drafting Table
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is a vintage drafting table from the early 20th century. It's made of solid oak and has
Category

20th Century American Arts and Crafts Game Tables

Materials

Felt, Oak

Vintage Drafting Table, Early 20th Century, FR-0114
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Vintage Drafting Table, Early 20th Century. Item #: FR-0114 Dimensions: 59"W X 32.875"D X 44”H
Category

Early 20th Century Tables

Materials

Iron

Illuminated Adjustable Drafting Table, 1950s USA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Incredible industrial grade light box drafting table. Extremely heavy and well made in the US
Category

Vintage 1950s American Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Metal

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