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1960s Bruno Mathsson Maria Teak Wood Dining Table Versatile Size Gateleg Sweden
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Chula Vista, CA
We are pleased to offer for you: a maria table gateleg design in Teak. Attribution design Swedish
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Teak

Vintage Danish Modern Teak Gateleg Table
By Hvidt Mølgaard
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Beautiful gate leg dining table by Peter Hvidt & Orla Molgaard in teak. Leaves down to create
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Teak

Bruno Mathsson Gate Leg Maria Expandable Gateleg Teak and Birchwood Dining Table
By Bruno Mathsson, Karl Mathsson
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Original vintage Mid-Century Modern "Maria" gate leg expandable teak and birchwood dining
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Birch, Teak

19th Century English Bleached Walnut Gateleg Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century Charles II English bleached walnut gateleg table. Ralph Edwards discusses gate-leg
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Antique 19th Century English Charles II Dining Room Tables

Materials

Walnut

18th Century style English Oak Gateleg Table
Located in San Marino, CA
A wonderful late 18th century style English oak drop-leaf gate leg table. Made of solid English oak
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Late 20th Century English Georgian Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

1960s Gateleg Table in Pine Produced in Sweden
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
1960s gateleg table in pine produced in Sweden.
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Pine

19th Century Round Gateleg Oak Table from Pierre Deux
By Pierre Deux
Located in Chicago, IL
19th century round gateleg oak table, from Pierre Deux. Original hardware.
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Antique 19th Century Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

19th Century English Mahogany Gateleg Drop Leaf Table, ca. 1880
Located in Dallas, TX
This handsome 19th Century English mahogany gateleg drop leaf table was crafted from the select
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Antique 1880s English Edwardian Dining Room Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Model 4656 Gateleg Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
George Nelson’s 1947 design for Herman Miller was an updated take on the classic gateleg table. The
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Walnut

Gateleg Table
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Oak gateleg table on barley twist legs, English, ca. 1920s Depth without leaves: 11.5"
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Vintage 1920s English Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Oak

Small Oak Gateleg Table
Located in Cheshire, GB
Solid oak gateleg table, having an oval drop-leaf top raised up on turned supports united by
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Early 20th Century British Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Oak

English Oak Gateleg Table
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
opened 56 1/4". This gateleg table would be well suited for an English country or Tuscan interior.
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Antique 19th Century British Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Wood

Jacobean Walnut Gateleg Table
Located in Essex, MA
With two D shaped leaves opening to a slight oval and supported with gate legs. Raised on bobbin turned legs and box stretcher.    
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Antique Late 17th Century English Jacobean Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Walnut

Early 20th Century Gateleg Table
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Oak gateleg barley twist table, early 20th century, English. Very pretty color oak. Dimensions
Category

Early 20th Century English Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Antique Victorian Walnut Dropleaf Gateleg Breakfast Dining Console Table 19th C.
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique 19th century dropleaf gateleg console or dining table. Made of walnut featuring two leaves
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Walnut

English Gateleg Table, circa 1900
Located in High Point, NC
English oak gateleg table, circa 1900. The top has a beveled edge and follows down to a simple
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Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Oak

19th Century Swedish Gateleg Table
Located in Charleston, SC
Charming 19th century Swedish painted pine gateleg table with rounded drop-leaves. Practical for
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Pine, Paint

1950s British Oak Gateleg Table
Located in High Point, NC
A folding gate leg table from the United Kingdom, circa 1950. The folding gate leg makes this table
Category

Vintage 1950s British Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Oak

Midcentury Drop-Leaf Gateleg Pembroke Table
Located in Miami, FL
Midcentury drop-leaf gateleg Pembroke table Perfect and original finished Very sturdy Closed
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20th Century Spanish Art Deco Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Walnut

Midcentury Drop-Leaf Gateleg Pembroke Table
Located in Miami, FL
Midcentury drop-leaf gateleg Pembroke table Perfect and original finished Very sturdy Measures
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20th Century Spanish Art Deco Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Walnut

Antique Victorian Quality Oak Gateleg Table
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Victorian quality oak gateleg table having a quality oak top with two oval drop leaves
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Oak

English 18th Century Painted Gateleg Table
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
An English oak gateleg table from the 18th century with an oval top and decorative turned legs. An
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Antique 18th Century English Other Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Wood, Oak, Paint

Midcentury Drop-Leaf Gateleg Pembroke Table
Located in Miami, FL
Midcentury drop-leaf gateleg Pembroke table Perfect and original finished Very sturdy Signed by
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20th Century Spanish Art Deco Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Walnut

Oak Gateleg Side Table, circa 1900
Located in High Point, NC
English oak gateleg table with a beveled edge around the top following down to a simple apron and
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Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Oak

Oak Gateleg Side Table, circa 1900
Located in High Point, NC
English oak gateleg table with a beveled edge around the top following down to a simple apron and
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Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Oak

1820s English William And Mary Gateleg Table
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1820s English William and Mary gateleg table. Oak, pegged construction . Wood has a beautiful color
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Antique 1820s Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Oak

Large Drop-Leaf Gateleg Table by Henredon
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This wonderful drop leaf table features wonderful tapered gateleg construction. Expanding from 18
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Early 19th Century English Oval Gateleg Table
Located in Pease pottage, West Sussex
Early 19th century English oak oval gateleg table, simple apron to turned legs, pegged construction
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Antique Early 19th Century English Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

18th Century English Gateleg Drop Leaf Table
Located in Dallas, TX
18th century English gateleg drop leaf table combines versatility with functionality, and the
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Antique Late 18th Century English Rustic Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Oak

19th Century Dark Mahogany Gateleg Drop Leaf Table
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Charming dark mahogany gateleg table. The turned legs with spoon feet having two that swing out to
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Antique 1880s American American Colonial Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique French Country Carved Drop Leaf Gateleg Table
Located in Sheffield, MA
. Dimensions: 31” h x 47” w x 22 1/2” d (center) + 2 x's 11 1/4 “ side leaves Wine table, dining table, library
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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Wood

18th Century Maple American Gateleg Table Great Patina
Located in Wiscasset, ME
Good turnings, shaped leaves and single drawer with wide dovetailing.
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Antique 18th Century American Folk Art Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Rare 17th Century Solid Walnut Top Double Gateleg Table
Located in Suffolk, GB
Rare 17th century solid walnut top double gateleg table having a magnificent quality solid walnut
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Antique 17th Century Elizabethan Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Walnut

19th Century English Carved Gateleg
Located in High Point, NC
19th century carved oak gateleg table from England. The top has a beveled and carved decorated edge
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Oak

Italian Carved Wood Gateleg Demi-Lune Table from the Late 18th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian carved wooden gateleg demi-lune table from the late 18th century. This Italian table
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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Demi-lune Tables

Materials

Wood

Large Antique English 17th Century Quality Oak Double Gateleg Table
Located in Suffolk, GB
Large antique 17th century quality oak double gateleg table having a large quality oak top
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Antique 1680s English Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Oak

English 19th Century Oak Drop-Leaf Table with Gateleg Base
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English oak drop-leaf table from the 19th century, with gateleg base. Created in England during
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Antique 19th Century English Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Oak

Elegant Dropleaf Gateleg Burl Wood Side Table by Theodore Alexander
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A gorgeous burl wood dropleaf gateleg side table that is a narrow 11.5 inches wide when closed but
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1990s American Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Burl

Late 19th Century Antique Barley Twist Drop Leaf Gateleg Table
Located in Charleston, SC
table, fine for a tea table. Good dark color and nice patina; turnings are eye catching. It is
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Antique Late 19th Century English Other Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Oak

18th Century Spanish Gateleg Table with Two Leafs with Embedded Irons
Located in Miami, FL
18th century English gateleg table with two leafs with embedded irons This is a rare Spanish oak
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Antique Late 18th Century Spanish Gothic Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Iron

Early 19th Century Oak Barley Twist Gateleg
Located in Banner Elk, NC
Early 19th century oak, barely twist gateleg table, English, circa 1900. Closed: 36" W, 20.5
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Antique Early 1900s English Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Oak

English 19th Century Oak Drop-Leaf Oval Top Table with Gateleg Base
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English oak oval top drop-leaf table from the 19th century with gateleg base. Created in England
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Antique 19th Century English Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Oak

Antique French Wine Table Champagne Round Flip Top Gateleg Oak Trestle Feet
Located in Tyler, TX
Hard to find and unique Antique French Oak "Flip Top" Gateleg oval wine tasting or champagne table
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Antique 1850s French French Provincial Dessert Tables and Tilt-top Tables

Materials

Oak

Antique English Petite Table Drop Leaf Gateleg Turned Post Oak Oval c.1930s
Located in Tyler, TX
CHARMING Antique English Honey Tiger Oak PETITE Drop Leaf Gateleg Oval Table~~Turned Post Legs ~~c
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Vintage 1930s English Edwardian Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Oak

English Oak Drop-Leaf Oval Top Coffee Table with Double Gateleg, circa 1880
Located in Atlanta, GA
An unusual English oak oval top drop-leaf coffee table with double gateleg from the late 19th
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Antique Late 19th Century English Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Wood, Oak

Antique English Table Drop Leaf Gateleg Pie Crust Top Barley Twist Oak c. 1930s
Located in Tyler, TX
CHARMING Antique English Oak Drop Leaf Gateleg Oval Table ~~Barley Twist Legs and Pie Crust Edge
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Vintage 1930s English Jacobean Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Oak

Antique English PetiteTable Drop Leaf Gateleg Barley Twist Oak Oval
Located in Tyler, TX
CHARMING Antique English Honey Oak PETITE Drop Leaf Gateleg Oval Table~~Barley Twist Legs ~~c
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Vintage 1920s English Victorian Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Oak

Antique English Petite Barley Twist Drop Leaf Gateleg Oak Oval c.1930s
Located in Tyler, TX
CHARMING Antique English Oak PETITE Drop Leaf Gateleg Oval Table~~Barley Twist Legs ~~c. 1930s
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Vintage 1930s English Edwardian Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Oak

Modern Style Gate-Leg Dining Table
Located in Doylestown, PA
A modern gateleg drop-leaf dining table in black ebonized finish, nicely made. Measure: 18.5 inches
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1990s American Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique English Double-Gate Leg Drop-Leaf Barley-Twist Dining Table in White Oak
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
don’t know why? The graining of this antique English oak double gateleg drop-leaf dining table is truly
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Antique 1870s English Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Oak

Walnut William Mary Gateleg Table
Located in West Chester, PA
This gateleg table has an oval top with good turnings and stretchers terminating in ball feet. The
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Walnut

Maple William Mary Gateleg Table
Located in West Chester, PA
Has oval drop-leaf top with one drawer over nice baluster turned legs on ball feet.
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Maple

Folding Gateleg Dining Table
Located in San Francisco, CA
Walnut gateleg dining table that unfolds from 9 inches to 9 feet. Having a wide array of
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20th Century European Dining Room Tables

Materials

Walnut

18th Century Swedish Gateleg Dining Table
Located in Water Mill, NY
Swedish Gateleg Dining Table
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Swedish Dining Room Tables

Directoire Revival Gateleg Dining Table
Located in New Orleans, LA
Lovely mahogany gateleg dining table with ebony stringing and brass hinges, trim, and sabots; two
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Vintage 1940s French Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

Gateleg Dining Table by Peter Hvidt
Located in Hudson, NY
Amazing gateleg dining table made of solid teak. Legs form a beautiful sculptural shape when table
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Vintage 1950s Danish Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

Large 20th Century Queen Anne Style Gateleg Dining Table
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large 20th Century Queen Anne Style Gateleg dining table, each leaf- 20.5 "D.
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20th Century Queen Anne Dining Room Tables

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Gateleg Dining Tables For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of gateleg dining tables is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct gateleg dining tables — often made from wood, oak and hardwood — can elevate any home. Gateleg dining tables have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of gateleg dining tables to choose from, but at 1stDibs, mid-century modern, Georgian and Scandinavian Modern gateleg dining tables are of considerable interest. If space is limited, there are small gateleg dining tables measuring 8 inches across. Many gateleg dining tables are appealing in their simplicity, but Bruno Mathsson, Niels Koefoed and Kurt Østervig produced popular gateleg dining tables that are worth a look.

How Much are Gateleg Dining Tables?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,603, while they’re typically $236 on the low end and $34,000 highest priced.

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 Gateleg Dining Tables
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 29, 2020

    First introduced in 16th century-England, a gateleg table is a popular kind of table that allowed for intimate dining. The tabletop of the gateleg table, which was initially round or oval versus the long tables and formal seating arrangements that preceded it, had a section that was fixed in place, while one or two sections of the surface were equipped with hinges. By design, a gateleg table could be extended so that more space could be allocated for work or for dining if needed. These hinged sections could be folded back into place on top of the fixed section or could easily be dropped down to hang vertically on their hinges when they weren’t in use. This function, which allowed the table’s drop leaves that weren’t in use to be pushed up against a wall, saved space in small homes because the table could be tucked away. Pivoted legs under the table — which formed a gate as they were joined at their tops and bottoms by crosspieces — supported the hinged sections. 

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 16, 2020

    “Gate” in “gateleg table” refers to the pivoted leg supports under the table that are connected at their ends by crosspieces. When raised, the table’s two drop leaves, which are usually D-shaped, are supported upon these gates. When gateleg tables originated in England in the 16th century, they were oval or round and were generally named after their shape (and weren’t yet called gateleg tables) in order to distinguish them from the long tables they’d replaced, as dining had by then been relegated to meals for the family, not an entire household and assembled guests.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    The difference between a gateleg table and a drop leaf table is the design of the section that you can raise to expand the piece. On a drop leaf table, the extension does not have any lower support. A gateleg table has a leg that swings out to rest beneath the extension. Find a selection of tables from some of the world's best sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 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
    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 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 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 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 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 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 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.

    Find vintage and antique 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 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 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.