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George Nelson Gateleg Dining Table. Herman Miller, c. 1950.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Model 4656 gateleg dining table designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Drop-leaf sides make
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Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood

Vintage Bruno Mathsson Attrib. Maria Flap Extension Gateleg Dining Table
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Long Beach, CA
Vintage Bruno Mathsson Attrib. Maria Flap Extension Gateleg Dining Table. Table has been
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood

Rattan, Maple and Ash Gateleg Dining Table by Heywood Wakefield
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Fulton, CA
A circular gateleg dining table by Heywood Wakefield. Beautiful wood grain to solid maple top with
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Rattan, Maple, Ash

Mid Century Danish Teak Gateleg Dining Table by Niels Koefoed
Located in Asheville, NC
Discover a stunning piece of mid-century modern design with this Danish teak gateleg dining table
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Teak

Dunbar Gateleg Dining Table
Located in East Hampton, NY
versatile dining table
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Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Tables

English Oak Gateleg Dining Table
Located in New York City, NY
A beautiful english oak gate leg dining table with turned legs. Top is rounded rectangle with two
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20th Century Dining Room Tables

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Oak

Traditional Swedish Gateleg Dining Table
Located in Sheffield, MA
Swedish drop-leaf dining table in the traditional farmhouse style, circa 1820. The large leaves
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Antique 19th Century Swedish Dining Room Tables

Swedish Folding Gateleg Dining Table
Located in San Francisco, CA
Dining table from Sweden in the manner Bruno Mathsson in wonderful book-matched teak top and bottom
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20th Century Swedish Dining Room Tables

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Teak, Birch

Round Gateleg Dining Table
Located in San Francisco, CA
Versatile French gateleg table
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Vintage 1940s French Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Dunbar Gateleg Dining Table
Located in East Hampton, NY
REVERSE TAPER LEG
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Vintage 1950s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Burl

Mid Century Teak Gateleg Dining Table Danish style , 1960/70s
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
Unique Danish influenced spacesaver gateleg dining table, circa 1960/70s We believe this table to
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Teak

Gateleg Dining Table Danish Mid-Century Modern Design
Located in Berlin, DE
A gateleg teak dining table by Danish manufacture. Its construction and materials are simply
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Late 17th Century English Oak Gateleg Dining Table.
Located in Skipton, GB
A late 17th century oak gateleg table of an excellent original colour and patina: good top with two
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Antique Late 17th Century English Jacobean Dining Room Tables

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Oak

A gateleg dining table - Kurt Østervig
By Kurt Østervig, Jason Møbler
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Description Oval drop leaf dining table in teak. End legs swing out to support the leafs. The table
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Vintage 1950s Danish Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Teak

William and Mary Style English Oak Gateleg Dining Table
Located in Essex, MA
A BEAUTIFUL, LARGE OVAL WILLIAM AND MARY STYLE GATELEG DINING OR HUNT TABLE IN OAK, ENGLISH, 20TH
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20th Century British Dining Room Tables

Gateleg Dining Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller
By George Nelson
Located in Dorchester, MA
This drop-leaf table is both beautiful and functional. Designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller
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20th Century American Dining Room Tables

George Nelson Gateleg Table
Located in New York, NY
George Nelson gateleg dining table in walnut finish.
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20th Century American Dining Room Tables

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Walnut

Scandinavian Rosewood Gateleg Dropleaf Dining Table
Located in Richmond, VA
A stunning highly figured rosewood dining table with a sculptural gateleg base. The table is
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20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Rosewood, Beech

Mid Century Teak Gateleg Dining Table, Tom Robertson For McIntosh, 1960s
By A.H. McIntosh Furniture, Tom Robertson
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
Tom Robertson For McIntosh A vintage folding teak dining table manufactured in the UK by A. H
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Teak

Vintage Mid-Century Italian Gateleg Table
Located in San Francisco, CA
This is a vintage Italian walnut gateleg dining table with brass accents. Both sides have a small
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Brass

Early Oak Gate Leg Dining Table
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Antique gateleg dining table made of good timber with nice grain pattern, the base has thin
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier British Dining Room Tables

Early 1900s Pine Gateleg Table, with Turned Legs and Drawers
Located in Memphis, TN
Early 1900s Swedish pine gateleg dining table. Turned legs, single drawer on either side. Folds out
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Early 20th Century Swedish Gustavian Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Pine

Georgian 18th Century Mahogany Drop-Leaf Dining Table
Located in Worcester, Worcestershire
. Condition very good aged condition. Marks etc. commensurate with age. Gateleg dining table. Please
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Antique 18th Century British Tables

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Mahogany

Bruno Mathsson Inspired Walnut Gate Leg Table
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in San Francisco, CA
Fully collapsible walnut gateleg dining table. Scandinavian, period, quality riff on iconic "Maria
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Vintage 1950s Danish Modern Dining Room Tables

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Brass

Queen Anne Boarded Oak Drop Leaf Dining Table c. 1700
Located in Heathfield, GB
gateleg dining table was made by hand in c. 1700. The table with finely turned spiral turned legs and
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Antique 18th Century Queen Anne Dining Room Tables

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Oak

Mid Century teak and afromosia gateleg Danish dining table, George Nelson style
By George Nelson
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
Unique Danish spacesaver gateleg dining table, circa 1960/70s In the style of George Nelson model
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Teak

Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak Drop-Leaf Dining Table, Kurt Ostervig, Jason Mob
By Kurt Østervig, Jason Møbler
Located in Matosinhos, PT
. This spectacular Danish teak "Gateleg" dining table was designed by Kurt Østervig for Jason Møbler
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Teak

Antique Cherry Gateleg Drop-Leaf Dining Table
Located in Charlotte, NC
An antique Colonial style gateleg drop-leaf dining table, no makers mark. Solid cherry, a center
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Antique Late 19th Century American American Colonial Dining Room Tables

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Cherry

Bruno Mathsson Maria Gateleg Expandable Dining Table
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in Costa Mesa, CA
Teak expandable gate leg dining table by Bruno Mathsson. Expands up to 110" and folds down compact
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Teak

Swedish Gateleg Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A painted pine Swedish gateleg table.
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Antique 19th Century Swedish Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood

WILLETT Solid Cherry Gateleg Drop Leaf Dining Table
By Willett Furniture Company
Located in Charlotte, NC
A gateleg drop leaf dining table by Willett Furniture, of Louisville, Kentucky, USA. Solid cherry
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Mid-20th Century American Rustic Dining Room Tables

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Cherry

Antique 19th Century Walnut Gateleg Drop-Leaf Dining Table
Located in Charlotte, NC
An antique 19th Century Colonial style gateleg drop-leaf dining table, unbranded. Solid walnut, a
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Antique 19th Century American American Colonial Dining Room Tables

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Walnut

Georgian Oak Gateleg Table
Located in Manchester, GB
With a lovely original patina, this antique Georgian oak gateleg table has a typical design that
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Antique 1720s English Georgian Dining Room Tables

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Oak

Mid Century Nathan Teak Oval Gate Leg Folding Drop Leaf dining Table, 1960s
By Nathan Furniture
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
A Mid Century retro drop leaf gate leg oval dining table by Nathan. Great space saving option, can
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

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Teak

Gateleg Base Dinning Table
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Drawer leaf
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21st Century and Contemporary French Dining Room Tables

OVAL ENGLISH OAK GATELEG TABLE
Located in Hudson, NY
OVAL ENGLISH GATELEG, DROP LEAF TABLE
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Early 20th Century English Dining Room Tables

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Oak

Large French Walnut Gateleg Table
Located in New Orleans, LA
Large scale French walnut gateleg/dropleaf breakfast table with turned legs, circa 1830
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Antique 19th Century French Dining Room Tables

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Wood

Antique Early 20th Century Walnut Hepplewhite Gateleg Drop-Leaf Dining Table
Located in Charlotte, NC
An antique Hepplewhite style gateleg drop-leaf dining table, unbranded. Solid walnut, smooth apron
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Early 20th Century American Hepplewhite Dining Room Tables

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Brass

EA CLORE SONS Gateleg Drop-Leaf Dining Table No. 513-T
Located in Charlotte, NC
A Colonial style gateleg drop-leaf dining table by E A Clore & Sons of Madison, Virginia, USA
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Late 20th Century American American Colonial Dining Room Tables

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Walnut

Ant. Barley Twist Oak Gateleg Table, Drop Leaf/Dining Table, Scotland 1910, H734
Located in Vancouver, BC
Ant. Barley Twist Oak Gateleg Table, Drop Leaf Table, Dining Table, Scotland 1910, H734 Scotland
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Early 20th Century Scottish Dining Room Tables

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Oak

French Walnut Drop-leaf Gateleg Table
Located in New Jersey City, NJ
Early 20th Century French Walnut Drop-leaf gateleg table. Classic solid walnut gateleg table drops
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Antique 19th Century French Dining Room Tables

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Walnut

1920s English Bleached Oak Gateleg Table
Located in Alpharetta, GA
circa 1920s England. A gorgeous bleach oak folding gateleg table, filled with old-world charm. The
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Vintage 1920s English Dining Room Tables

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Wood, Oak

19th Century Swedish Pine Gateleg Table
Located in Hudson, NY
A Swedish Provincial Gateleg Table of Pine, Mid 19th Century
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Antique 19th Century Swedish Country Dining Room Tables

George Nelson Gateleg Table in Rosewood
Located in US
Original Dropleaf Gateleg Table Designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller. Beautiful Dovetail
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American Dining Room Tables

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Rosewood

Walnut drop leaf gateleg extension table
Located in New York, NY
Gateleg table in the manner of the Famed Bruno Mathsson "Maria" table. Table extends from 9" to to
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20th Century Danish Dining Room Tables

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Walnut

Oak Gateleg table, circe 1770, England
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful English Oak Gateleg table with great patina nad in excellent condition. The table has
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Dining Room Tables

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Oak

Rare American William Mary Gateleg Table
Located in Sheffield, MA
A fine and rare William and Mary gateleg table, gum wood, original top, excellent turnings, as
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Dining Room Tables

Mid Century G Plan Tola Gateleg Drop Leaf Dining Table 1950/60s
By Ebenezer Gomme, G Plan Furniture
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
strength - it is a table that seems to tiptoe; like a spider waiting to pounce! G-Plan Tola Range dining
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Brass

Bruno Mathsson Maria Gateleg Table, 1936
By Karl Mathsson, Bruno Mathsson
Located in San Francisco, CA
“Maria Table," by Bruno Mathsson for Karl Mathsson, 1936. Versatile gateleg table-buffet-console
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Dining Room Tables

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Brass

Vintage Bruno Mathsson Maria Gateleg Table
By Bruno Mathsson
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage Bruno Mathsson “Maria Table” for Karl Mathsson, 1936. Primavera blonde wood, brass
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood

Dunbar gateleg Dinning table by Edward Wormley
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large 72 inch gateleg dinning table made out of walnut wood
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Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Tables

A Lovely Painted Oval Mahogany Gateleg Table
Located in Pewsey, GB
A Lovely Painted Oval Mahogany Gateleg Table in liberty black that would seat eight comfortably
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Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Mahogany

A Lovely Painted Oval Mahogany Gateleg Table
Located in Pewsey, GB
A Lovely Painted Oval Mahogany Gateleg Table in liberty black that would seat eight comfortably
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Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

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Mahogany

Queen Anne Period English Oak Gateleg Table
Located in Port Chester, NY
height for knees on the ends is 24". Could be a dining farm table or a center table. Use this closed as
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Dining Room Tables

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Oak

Petite Oak Gateleg Table, Drop Leaf Table, Scotland 1920, H868
Located in Vancouver, BC
Petite oak gateleg table, drop leaf table, Scotland 1920, H868 Scotland 1920 Solid Oak
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Early 20th Century Scottish Dining Room Tables

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Oak

Antique Oak Table, Carved Gateleg Drop-Leaf Table, Scotland 1890
Located in Vancouver, BC
Antique oak table, carved gateleg drop-leaf table, antique furniture, Scotland 1890, B1672
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Antique 1890s Scottish Dining Room Tables

Materials

Oak

Vintage Petite Gateleg Table, Drop Leaf Table, Lamp Table, Scotland 1930, H864
Located in Vancouver, BC
Vintage Petite gateleg table, drop leaf table, lamp table, Scotland 1930, H864. Scotland 1930
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Early 20th Century Scottish Dining Room Tables

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Oak

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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 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 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To protect your maple dining table, use placemats or a tablecloth to reduce the risk of scratches. Always place a trivet underneath hot serveware to avoid scorching the finish. Set glasses on coasters to keep rings off the wood. Shop a selection of vintage and antique dining tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    The size of a dining table for six depends on its shape. Most rectangular and oval dining tables designed to seat six are 72 inches long by 36 inches wide. With round tables, the typical diameter size for a six-seater is 60 to 72 inches. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of antique, vintage and contemporary dining tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A small dining table is also called a dinette. A table and two to four seats are frequently included. Designed for small spaces, dinettes are most often used in kitchens and breakfast nooks. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage and antique dinettes.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A drop-leaf table is a type of table that has a fixed portion in the center and foldable portions on either side joined by hinges. These foldable portions can be dropped and closed to save space when the table is not in use. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage drop leaf dining tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    There isn’t a single most durable material for a dining table. Solid hardwood and stainless steel can hold up to wear and tear, but the quality of the craftsmanship also impacts durability. Find a variety of dining tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Large dining tables are usually called banquet tables due to their ability to seat a crowd. Normally, banquet tables measure over 10 feet in length. Some standard dining tables convert to banquet tables with removable leaves. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique and vintage dining tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    There is no single most durable type of dining table. Materials like solid hardwood, stone and marble can make for long-lasting tables, but other factors like how you care for the piece and how well it's made also help determine durability. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of dining tables from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 7, 2024
    Yes, onyx can be a good material for a dining table. The mineral is strong, but it is relatively lightweight, making tables easy to move throughout a room as needed. Many people find the color and luster of onyx tabletops to be visually appealing. Since the material can become scratched or damaged by heat, it is important to take steps to protect an onyx dining table by using felt-backed trivets or heat-resistant fabric mats beneath hot dishes. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of onyx dining tables.