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Federal Mahogany Dining Table, New York, Circa 1810
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful mahogany double elliptical dining table. The overhanging top above the conforming
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Antique 19th Century American Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany, Pine

Federal Inlaid Mahogany 3- Part Dining table, Massachusetts
Located in Providence, RI
This banquet table is of standard size. Its solid mahogany top is composed of beautifully figured
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Dining Room Tables

Federal Mahogany Hepplewhite Three-Part Banquet Dining Table, Southern
Located in Providence, RI
This table is composed of magnificent heavy solid ribbon grained mahogany boards. Note the
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Antique 19th Century American Hepplewhite Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

New York Federal Period Oversized Pembroke Table
By Michael Allison
Located in Woodbury, CT
label. Of ample size for use as a breakfast table or small dining table for four, with its leaves up
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Antique 19th Century American Federal Dining Room Tables

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Mahogany, Poplar

New York Federal Mahogany Dining Table John Budd Shop Label
Located in Woodbury, CT
dining table; with foliate carved legs from the shop of Duncan Phyfe, ending in brass ferrule feet. The
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Antique 19th Century Dining Room Tables

Monumental Pedestal Classical Mahogany Dining Room Table, Philadelphia
Located in Providence, RI
makes a large-scale pedestal dining table; apart, the two component table can function as square tables
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Antique 1830s American Federal Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Classical, Federal Mahogany Breakfast Table, saber legs, NY
Located in Providence, RI
This breakfast table has a vigorously striped solid mahogany top which is reeded at its edge. The
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Antique 19th Century American Dining Room Sets

Materials

Mahogany

Federal Mahogany Drop Leaf Dining Table circa 1825
Located in Hallowell, US
Fine Federal drop leaf dining table, likely Boston, having fine single board tops and "lyre" base
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Antique 1820s American Federal Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Mahogany

Rare Federal Console Table
Located in Litchfield, CT
Coastal Massachusetts, ca. 1795-1815 Having elliptic sides with a bow front above a drawer supported by tapered legs with inlay.
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20th Century American Console Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Federal Maple Drop-Leaf Table
Located in Hudson, NY
wonderful, Federal, drop leaf table, with square tapering legs and stretchers. depth closed: 18.5
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Vintage 1920s American Federal Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Maple

Federal Walnut Pennsylvania Tilt-Top Table
Located in Charlottesville, VA
A well proportioned American dish top tilt top table, with a bird cage and boldly turned baluster
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Antique Late 18th Century American Federal Dessert Tables and Tilt-top T...

Materials

Walnut

New York Federal Chamber Table
Located in Norwalk, CT
A New York mahogany chamber table with well figured veneers reeded legs and a shelf
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Antique 19th Century American Serving Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Federal Table with Two Drawers
Located in Culver City, CA
A very nice smaller American two flap table, circa 1835. This is a good example of the Federal
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Antique 19th Century American Federal Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Brass

Federal Style Drop Leaf Dining Table with 2 extra leaves
Located in San Francisco, CA
A Federal style mahogany dining table which has drop leaves and two extra insert leaves. Perfect
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20th Century American Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Federal Candle Stand
Located in Litchfield, CT
Probably Massachusetts, ca. 1800-1810. Mahogany Having a square top with inset ovolo corners finished with an inlaid banded top above an urn form turned shaft supported by snake feet.
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Antique 19th Century American Federal Candle Stands

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Baltimore Federal Inlaid Mahogany Demilune Card Tables
Located in Woodbury, CT
manner card/game tables. Copious satinwood string inlays on the friezes and tapering legs ending in
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Demi-lune Tables

Materials

Satinwood, Poplar

Federal Drop-Leaf Table
By Duncan Phyfe
Located in Alexandria, VA
multitude of purposes, including small dining table, center table, sofa table or library table. It has
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Antique 19th Century American Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Mahogany, Pine

Federal Carved Mahogany Stand
By Duncan Phyfe
Located in Woodbury, CT
Very fine Federal carved mahogany tip top candlestand, with cloverleaf shaped top with reeded edge
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Antique 19th Century American Federal Candle Stands

Materials

Mahogany

Federal mahogany and flame birch serving table
Located in Norwalk, CT
Rare American Massachusetts Federal serving table with a bow front, ovolo corners and a long
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Antique 19th Century American Console Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Federal Carved Mahogany Breakfast Table
Located in Woodbury, CT
Exceptional quality late federal carved and figured mahogany tip top breakfast table, having
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Antique 19th Century American Dessert Tables and Tilt-top Tables

Materials

Brass

Pair of Federal Pembroke Tables
Located in San Francisco, CA
A rare pair of Federal period oval mahogany inlaid Pembroke tables. Probably made in New York.
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Antique 19th Century American Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Wood

Mid 20th Century Inlaid Mahogany Federal Gateleg Flip Top Game / Console Table
Located in Charlotte, NC
A Federal style gateleg game /console table, unbranded. Genuine mahogany with inlaid details, flip
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Mid-20th Century American Federal Console Tables

Materials

Mahogany

American Federal Mahogany Octagonal Tilt Table, Urn Shaped Stem, Portsmouth NH
Located in Wells, ME
American Federal period Portsmouth, New Hampshire Tripod Candlestand in mahogany with delicate
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Antique Early 1800s American Federal Candle Stands

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Boxwood, Mahogany

Mid 20th Century Inlaid Mahogany Federal Style Fold Top Game / Console Table - B
Located in Charlotte, NC
A Federal style game /console table, unbranded. Genuine mahogany with inlaid details, swivel fold
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Mid-20th Century American Federal Console Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Mid 20th Century Inlaid Mahogany Federal Style Fold Top Game / Console Table - A
Located in Charlotte, NC
A Federal style game /console table, unbranded. Genuine mahogany with inlaid details, swivel fold
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Mid-20th Century American Federal Console Tables

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Mahogany

Federal Revolving Oval Candle Stand
Located in Alexandria, VA
This delicate tilt-top candlestand features reverse cyma curve legs, an intact and beautiful birdcage revolving mechanism, and an excellently-turned urn pedestal. Probably made in Ph...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Federal Candle Stands

Materials

Mahogany

Federal Style Mahogany Candlestand by Margolis
By Nathan Margolis Shop
Located in Great Barrington, MA
better constructed than the originals. This table's construction is exactly the same as original
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Vintage 1930s American Federal Candle Stands

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Mahogany

Federal Antique Table lamp in black and bronze
Located in New York, NY
Very nice federal style table lamp. The classical lamp is in good working condition. Brass has nice
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Early 20th Century English Table Lamps

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Bronze

Late NY Federal Oversized Pembroke Table
Located in Woodbury, CT
in the same decade. Of ample size to use as a small dining or breakfast table.
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Antique 19th Century Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Mahogany, Poplar

Pair of Federal Period Tiger Maple Demilune Tables from Northern New England
Located in Essex, MA
A pair of Federal period demilune tables, from northern New England, well proportioned with
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Antique Early 19th Century American Federal Demi-lune Tables

Materials

Cherry, Maple

Southern Federal Tilt-Top Candle Stand
Located in Alexandria, VA
of the cyma curve legs all point to a cabinet maker from Norfolk or further South. The table was, at
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Federal Candle Stands

Materials

Brass

American Classical Late Federal Period Pier Table, Ca. 1825
Located in Great Barrington, MA
A completely original example of Philadelphia Classical design. I have not cleaned and polished this or done any gold stencil repair. It is very suitable as is or can be zipped up f...
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Antique 19th Century American Neoclassical Console Tables

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Bronze

Federal Period Cherrywood Tilt-Top Candle Stand
Located in San Mateo, CA
An outstanding, Federal period solid cherrywood tilt-top candle stand. The top sits on a
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Antique 19th Century American Federal Dessert Tables and Tilt-top Tables

Materials

Brass

Pair of Demi-Lune 19th Century Federal Style Consoles Tables
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A Handsome pair of 19th Century demi-lune console tables,raised on a tapered spade leg with
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Antique 19th Century Console Tables

Materials

Mahogany

American Federal Period Inlaid Mahogany Pembroke Table
Located in Great Barrington, MA
I'm offering my personal bedside table that I have used for about 15 years. It is a very good
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Mahogany

A Mahogany Federal/Hepplewhite Inlaid Pembroke Table
Located in Providence, RI
This mahogany Pembroke table is composed of solid mahogany throughout and retains a comforting warm
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Antique 19th Century American Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Southern Demi-Lune Inlaid Federal Card Table, Circa 1800
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This demi-lune card table has many traits of the Baltimore region, but was most likely made outside
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Antique 19th Century American Demi-lune Tables

Materials

Mahogany, Oak

Great Federal Fancy Painted Console
Located in San Francisco, CA
A great early 19th century fancy painted American console in mahogany with ebonized accents. Painted all over in gold with scrolls, garlands and borders.
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Antique 19th Century American Console Tables

Materials

Wood

Mahogany Federal or Hepplewhite Inlaid Pembroke Table
Located in Providence, RI
This mahogany Pembroke table is composed of solid mahogany throughout and retains a comforting warm
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Antique 19th Century American Hepplewhite Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Mahogany Federal or Classical Candle Stand with Basket
Located in Providence, RI
This is an unusual candle stand, in that it has a basket used probably for sewing material. These are rarely seen and ours is in perfect condition, with a solid serpentine shaped top...
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Antique 19th Century American Federal Candle Stands

Materials

Mahogany

Federal Birch and Inlaid Candlestand, New Hampshire, circa 1815
Located in Hallowell, US
Tilt Top Federal candlestand with original turnkey red on the base, bross banded and with inlay on
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Antique 1810s American Federal Candle Stands

Materials

Birch

Inlaid Mahogany Hepplewhite, Federal, Pembroke Table, Prov.RI
Located in Providence, RI
This is a magnificent Pembroke table with all the bells and whistles; a virtual duplicate of this
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Mahogany

New England Federal Period Cherry Candle Stand Ca. 1820
Located in Great Barrington, MA
replacement. For those looking for a table of this type that is not the usual formal height nearer 28" this
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Antique 19th Century American Federal Candle Stands

Materials

Tin

PAIR of B. Gardiner New York Federal Argand Lamps
By Baldwin Gardiner
Located in Woodbury, CT
A pair of early patinated bronze metal electrified dual arm Argand lamps, each with labeling plaques: B. GARDINER, NEW YORK. Oil was poured into the central urn canister, regulated...
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Antique 19th Century American Federal Table Lamps

Materials

Glass

HENKEL HARRIS 2604 29 Historic Salem Inlaid Mahogany Federal Marble Top Console
By George Hepplewhite, Henkel Harris
Located in Charlotte, NC
A Federal style console table by Henkel Harris, of Winchester, Virginia, USA. An authorized
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21st Century and Contemporary American Federal Console Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

American Federal Period Carved Mahoghany Drop Leaf Table
Located in Great Barrington, MA
A fine quality Philadelphia drop leaf table sometimes refered to as a breakfast table. It has a
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Antique 19th Century American Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Brass

New York Federal Pembroke Table, Early 19th Century
Located in Charlottesville, VA
A fine mahogany pembroke table, with shaped leaves and the slender reeded Sheraton legs ending in
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Antique Early 19th Century American Sheraton Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Mahogany

American Federal Period Candle Stand
Located in Great Barrington, MA
Possibly made in southern New Hampshire. It shows the best of American interpretation of vertical proportions and delicacy. The oval top has strong wavy grain. Another new reality pr...
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Antique 19th Century American Candle Stands

18th Century American Federal Period Inlaid Mahogany Pembroke Table
Located in Great Barrington, MA
A very fine and unusual example of an American pembroke table featuring two sets of pictorial oval
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Mahogany, Oak, Poplar

New York Federal Period Mahogany Candlestand
Located in Great Barrington, MA
The cloverleaf shaped crotch mahogany tip top has outset corners between the double inset ovolo four corners. The central pillar is turned in the form of an urn from which issue thre...
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Antique 19th Century Candle Stands

Federal Urn Stand Tapered Legs Scalloped Tray Top, Portsmouth, circa 1795-1810
Located in Providence, RI
This is a very rare form, as few have survived, being very delicate. This urn Stand has a beautiful figured mahogany top and a scalloped tray top, remarkably close to one Brock Jobe ...
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Antique Early 19th Century American Federal Candle Stands

American Federal Period Inlaid Cherry Candle Stand
By Central Connecticut River Valley
Located in Great Barrington, MA
A decorative and rare Connecticut River Valley cherry table with possibly unique inlays made at the
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Candle Stands

Materials

Cherry

Federal Inlaid Mahogany Sideboard Circa 1800 Mid Atlantic Philadelphia
Located in Louisville, KY
Mid- Atlantic, possibly Philadelphia, rectangular top with rounded ends and recessed front above a conforming case fitted with a geometrically inlaid drawer outlined with stringing a...
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Antique 19th Century American Neoclassical Serving Tables

Inlaid New England Federal Period Candle Stand
Located in Great Barrington, MA
A sweetheart! I have no way to prove it but every time I look at this all I can think of is the central Mass. shop of Spooner and Fits as the makers of this. It has a stance like
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Candle Stands

Materials

Mahogany, Birch, Cherry

19th Century Federal Cherry Inlaid Candlestand
Located in Los Gatos, CA
First Quarter 19th Century Federal cherry inlaid candlestand. The square line and quarter fan
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Antique 19th Century Dessert Tables and Tilt-top Tables

A Fine Federal Mahogany Tilt-Top Table from New York 1790-1810
Located in Providence, RI
the extra braces which most tables do not have and how one is mortised through to the other. Also
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Antique 19th Century American Dessert Tables and Tilt-top Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Classical or Federal Mahogany Tilt-Top Table, New York, circa 1800-1810
Located in Providence, RI
This tilt-top table is a pristine example of the Classical form denoted by the carved leafage on
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Antique Early 1800s American American Classical Dessert Tables and Tilt-...

Materials

Mahogany

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Federal Dining Table For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic federal dining table available at 1stDibs. A federal dining table — often made from wood, mahogany and hardwood — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect federal dining table — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A federal dining table, designed in the Neoclassical, Regency or Georgian style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one federal dining table that is appealing in its simplicity, but Baker Furniture Company, Kindel Furniture and Hekman Furniture produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Federal Dining Table?

The average selling price for a federal dining table at 1stDibs is $3,600, while they’re typically $250 on the low end and $71,500 for the highest priced.

A Close Look at Federal Furniture

Following the Revolutionary War, the American republic referenced the Roman Republic in its designs to celebrate its independence and declare itself a powerful new country. Imbued with neoclassical elements like those being promoted by architect Robert Adam in Great Britain, antique Federal-style furniture was the first distinctly American style in its melding of ancient influences, European aesthetics and national pride.

Dating roughly from 1790 to 1830, the style featured angular furniture with saber legs and smooth surfaces that contrasted with the curvy Rococo style that was previously in fashion. Eagles were common ornamental motifs on Federal-period furniture, as were cornucopia, lyres, garlands and scrolls, adding subtle flair to pieces characterized by clean lines, geometric symmetry, balanced shapes and a sense of grandeur.

Instead of sculptural carvings, authentic Federal-style furniture was adorned with inlays and patterned veneers that showcased the rich character of different grains and types of wood. As social life tended to be informal in the young country, furniture was often lightweight, so it could be easily rearranged in a drawing room or bedroom. Pieces like dining tables with drop leaves and sideboards became popular, replacing larger chests of drawers.

The Federal style varied by region: Artisans in Charleston, South Carolina, decorated chairs with carved backs, for instance, while those in Baltimore, Maryland, preferred painted details. Its major proponents included father-and-son cabinetmakers John and Thomas Seymour in Boston, Duncan Phyfe and Charles-Honoré Lannuier in New York and Samuel McIntire in Salem, Massachusetts.

Find antique Federal tables, mirrors, storage cabinets and other Federal furniture for sale on 1stDibs.

Finding the Right Tables for You

The right vintage, new or antique tables can help make any space in your home stand out.

Over the years, the variety of tables available to us, as well as our specific needs for said tables, has broadened. Today, with all manner of these must-have furnishings differing in shape, material and style, any dining room table can shine just as brightly as the guests who gather around it.

Remember, when shopping for a dining table, it must fit your dining area, and you need to account for space around the table too — think outside the box, as an oval dining table may work for tighter spaces. Alternatively, if you’ve got the room, a Regency-style dining table can elevate any formal occasion at mealtime.

Innovative furniture makers and designers have also redefined what a table can be. Whether it’s an unconventional Ping-Pong table, a brass side table to display your treasured collectibles or a Louis Vuitton steamer trunk to add an air of nostalgia to your loft, your table can say a lot about you.

The visionary work of French designer Xavier Lavergne, for example, includes tables that draw on the forms of celestial bodies as often as they do aquatic creatures or fossils. Elsewhere, Italian architect Gae Aulenti, who looked to Roman architecture in crafting her stately Jumbo coffee table, created clever glass-topped mobile coffee tables that move on bicycle tires or sculpted wood wheels for Fontana Arte

Coffee and cocktail tables can serve as a room’s centerpiece with attention-grabbing details and colors. Glass varieties will keep your hardwood flooring and dazzling area rugs on display, while a marble or stone coffee table in a modern interior can showcase your prized art books and decorative objects. A unique vintage desk or writing table can bring sophistication and even a bit of spice to your work life. 

No matter your desired form or function, a quality table for your living space is a sound investment. On 1stDibs, browse a collection of vintage, new and antique bedside tables, mid-century end tables and more .

Questions About Federal Dining Table
  • 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 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 ExpertApril 22, 2024
    No, a dining table isn't always necessary. People who eat only a few meals at home may not need a dining table, and some people prefer to eat at kitchen counters using counter-height stools. Or, they may choose to sit on the floor in front of a coffee table or to take their meals at a desk or on a TV tray or end table. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of dining tables.
  • 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 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 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 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 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 ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    The chairs at a dining table are generally just called dining chairs. Chairs without arms that go along the sides of a table are side chairs. Typically positioned at the ends of tables, dining chairs framed by arms are armchairs. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of antique, vintage and contemporary dining chairs.
  • 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 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 20, 2024
    Whether extendable dining tables are worth it is a matter of personal opinion. The selling point of an extendable dining table is that it allows you to increase the length of your table when you're hosting guests for meals and conserve space on days when you're not. If you frequently entertain and the size of your dining room makes having a large table impractical, an extendable table may be an ideal solution. On 1stDibs, find a collection of extendable dining tables.
  • 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 ExpertMay 3, 2024
    How long a bench for a dining table should be depends on the length of the table. Generally, a dining bench should be equal in length, or 1 or 2 inches shorter, than the length of the side of the dining table where you intend to place it. For example, if your rectangular dining table is 60 inches long, benches that are 58 to 60 inches long would work well. Shop a wide range of dining room furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

    Dining room tables are typically 30 inches high.

  • 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.
  • 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 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 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.