What is the difference between a drawing table and a drafting table?

The main difference between a drawing table and a drafting table is adjustability. Typically, drawing table writing surfaces are stationary, while most drafting tables can be tilted and moved up and down. However, some people use the terms drawing and drafting table interchangeably to describe any table with a tilted writing surface. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of drafting tables.

What is the difference between a coffee table and a cocktail table?

While both pieces are relatively new to the furniture world, the main difference between them are their shapes. A cocktail table is generally square or rectangular in shape, while a coffee table tends to be oval or circular in shape. You can shop a collection of furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is the difference between a sofa table and a coffee table?

The difference between a sofa table and a coffee table is that a sofa table is always behind the sofa and a coffee table is in front of it. Additionally, a sofa table is the same height as the sofa and a coffee table is much shorter.

Is there a difference between an end table and a side table?

There are two differences between end tables and side tables: function and size. Typically, end tables go beside a chair or at opposite ends of a sofa and have smaller tabletops, while side tables go toward the sides of seating areas or against walls and feature a larger surface area. However, many people use the words side and end tables interchangeably, so these differences may not always apply. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of end and side tables.

What is the difference between a billiard table and a pool table?

The difference between a billiard table and a pool table is primarily the size. The basic dimensions of a billiard table are usually 10’ by 5’, whereas a pool table is a relatively smaller structure, as they’re usually 3.5’ by 7’. An additional way that these tables differ from each other is the absence of pockets on the billiard table. Shop a range of billiard and pool tables on 1stDibs.

What is the difference between a bistro table and a pub table?

The main difference between a bistro table and a pub table is the size. A bistro table is usually around 28 to 36 inches tall, so you can sit at it with a standard dining chair. Often, people pair bistro chairs with bistro tables. A pub table is taller at around 40 to 44 inches and requires a pub-height chair or stool for comfortable seating. Find a variety of pub and bistro tables on 1stDibs.

What is the difference between an accent table and an end table?

The difference between an accent table and an end table comes down to how you use them. Accent tables function primarily as decorations and may be placed almost anywhere in a room. The purpose of an end table is to provide storage space next to a sofa or loveseat. Most people use them in pairs, with one placed on either side of the focal furnishing in a seating area. Find a large collection of accent tables and end tables on 1stDibs.

What is the difference between a buffet table and a console table?

The difference between a buffet table and a console table comes down to size and storage features. Console tables are usually less deep than buffet tables, so they take up less space behind sofas and along walls. In addition, consoles are less likely to have cabinets and drawers than buffet tables, which are designed to store dinnerware and serveware in dining rooms. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of buffets and console tables.

What is the difference between a center table and a coffee table?

The difference between a center table and a coffee table is usually size. Center tables tend to be larger-sized accent tables placed in the center of seating areas. On the other hand, coffee tables are smaller tables usually positioned in front of sofas and loveseats. On 1stDibs, find a variety of center tables and coffee tables.

What is the difference between a snooker table and a pool table?

The difference between a snooker table and a pool table comes down to dimensions. Generally, a snooker table is larger than a pool table, also called a billiards table. The increased size is due to the fact that a snooker game typically uses a total of 21 balls, compared to the 9 to 15 used during a pool game. Both types of gaming tables have six pockets, but those on a snooker table are usually smaller than those on a pool table because snooker balls tend to be smaller than billiard balls. On 1stDibs, find a range of billiard and snooker tables.

Are end tables taller than coffee tables?

Yes, end tables are generally taller than coffee tables .The term “end table” is frequently used interchangeably with “coffee table,” and while these two furnishings have much in common, each table type offers its own distinctive benefits in your space.Your end table is likely going to stand as tall as the arms of your sofa , and its depth will match the seating . These attributes allow for tucking the table neatly at the end of your sofa in order to provide an elevated surface between your seating and the wall. End tables are accent pieces — they’re a close cousin to side tables , but side tables, not unlike the show-stealing low-profile coffee table, are intended to be positioned prominently and have more to do with the flow and design of a room than an end table, which does a great job but does it out of the way of everything else.Find all kinds of antique and vintage tables on 1stDibs.

What is the difference between a coffee table and a console table?

The difference between a coffee table and a console table is in the design. A coffee table is a low table that comes in many shapes, such as surfaces that are rectangles, squares, ovals or circles. Console tables are taller and usually have elongated shapes, such as ovals, rectangles or semicircles. Placement is another differentiator between the two types of tables. Coffee tables usually go in front of sofas and loveseats, while console tables may be placed behind a sofa or loveseat or along a wall. Find a large collection of coffee tables and console tables on 1stDibs.

What is the difference between a side table and a coffee table?

The difference between a side table and a coffee table is mainly in the size and shape. Coffee tables usually feature larger tops but shorter legs. People typically place them in front of a sofa or a loveseat to rest books, drinks, remote controls and other items. Side tables also store items, but they are usually positioned beside an accent chair or at the ends of a sofa or loveseat. Shop a diverse assortment of side tables and coffee tables on 1stDibs.

What is a dumbwaiter table?

A dumbwaiter table has two to three circular trays attached to a central column supported on a tripod base. Mostly made from mahogany, some varieties are designed with collapsible trays. On 1stDibs, you can find an antique and vintage collection of dumbwaiter tables.

What is a dough table?

A dough table, or kneading trough, is a primitive piece of furniture used in the bread-making process. Dough tables originated in Europe and were brought to the United States by the Pennsylvania Dutch sometime in the 1700s. The table's flat lid makes for the perfect kneading surface while the inside trough is the perfect space for the dough to rise.

What is a smoker’s table?

A smoker’s table or smoking stand is a piece of furniture that was designed to hold ashtrays and give smokers a place to stand or lean while they smoked. Some smoking stands were smaller and designed to be placed next to armchairs or other furniture, while tables were typically taller. Shop a collection of smoker’s tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is a cocktail table?

Cocktail tables are ornate low tables traditionally used to serve cocktails and food in a seating area. When first sold in the early 20th-century, cocktail tables tended to be square or rectangular, while coffee tables were round or oval shaped. Today, both types of table come in a wide range of shapes. Find a variety of antique and vintage cocktail tables on 1stDibs.

End tables are small tables that sit beside a larger piece of furniture. The height of an end table is generally that of an arm of a chair.

What is a pedestal table?

A pedestal table is a table that has a central support pillar or column, rather than legs. Pedestal tables are quite sturdy but they can be very heavy given the pillar.

With respect to furniture, an alter table — the correct spelling is altar table — is a type of table used for worship or prayer. Mostly it’s a wooden table used for religious celebrations. It comes in different sizes based on the needs and preferences of the community or individual. Check out 1stDibs for a collection of antique altar tables.

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Rare Pair of End Tables by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Baker

$4,800

Vintage Modern Three-Tiered Rattan and Glass T-Shaped Console Sofa Table

Located in Topeka, KS

Handsome modern style three-tiered rattan T-shaped console table or sofa table with glass top. It

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20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Console Tables

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Rattan, Glass

Vintage Modern Three-Tiered Rattan and Glass T-Shaped Console Sofa Table

$2,495

*Pair of End Tables or Night Stands by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings

Located in Atlanta, GA

Pair of Clean Lined Night Stands or End Tables, designed by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb

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*Pair of End Tables or Night Stands by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings

$3,000

Pair of End Tables or Night Stands by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings

Located in Atlanta, GA

Pair of Clean Lined Night Stands or End Tables, designed by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb

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Vintage 1950s American End Tables

Pair of End Tables or Night Stands by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings

$3,800

Biomorphic Cork Top Table by Paul T. Frankl

Located in Ferndale, MI

Biomorphic Cork Top Table by Paul T. Frankl for Johnson Furniture. Approximately 48" x 36

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Vintage 1950s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Biomorphic Cork Top Table by Paul T. Frankl

$5,500

T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Coffee Table for Widdicomb

Located in Miami, FL

Incredibly beautiful long, low table by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings with inset caning under glass framed

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Vintage 1950s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Cane, Glass

T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Coffee Table for Widdicomb

$3,350

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Triangular Walnut Coffee Table

Located in Chicago, IL

Figural walnut triangular coffee table by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb. Tapered dowel legs

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Vintage 1950s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Triangular Walnut Coffee Table

$3,750

Florence Knoll Birch T Angle Architectural Coffee Table

By Florence Knoll

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Birch T angle coffee table designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll Associates, Inc., circa 1960s

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Birch

Florence Knoll Birch T Angle Architectural Coffee Table

$850

T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Cocktail Table

Located in Phoenix, AZ

T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb biomorphic cocktail table circa early 1950's. Features

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Vintage 1950s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Cocktail Table

Coffee table T.18 Pierre Chapo, France 1960s

By Pierre Chapo

Located in PARIS, FR

Coffee table T.18 by Pierre Chapo, France 1960s. Elm wood structure and lava stone top. Very good

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Vintage 1960s French French Provincial Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Elm

Coffee table T.18 Pierre Chapo, France 1960s

$4,206

T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Coffee Table for Widdicomb

Located in Miami, FL

SOLD DEC 2011 Exceptional, incredibly beautiful long, low coffee table by T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

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Vintage 1950s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Cane, Glass

T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Coffee Table for Widdicomb

$3,500

Pair of Robsjohn-Gibbings Coliseum Tables

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A pair of large side tables by Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb in his 'Coliseum' line. Tables have

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Robsjohn-Gibbings Coliseum Tables

$11,600 / set

William IV Rosewood Center Table by T G Seddon, England, circa 1835

By Thomas George Seddon

Located in Kinderhook, NY

Exquisite and unusual late English Regency, William IV period, rosewood center or breakfast table

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Antique 1830s English Regency Center Tables

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Rosewood

William IV Rosewood Center Table by T G Seddon, England, circa 1835

$15,500

Florence Knoll T Angle Travertin Table by Knoll 1960s Set of 2

By Florence Knoll, Knoll

Located in Aachen, NW

Fine and very nice Travertin coffee tables by Florence Knoll for Knoll Inc. The tables were made in

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Vintage 1960s American Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Aluminum

Florence Knoll T Angle Travertin Table by Knoll 1960s Set of 2

$2,500 / set

Rare Robsjohn Gibbings for Baker End Table

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in Kilmarnock, VA

End table No. 741 in walnut with fluted legs by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Baker, From the very

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Vintage 1960s American Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Rare Robsjohn Gibbings for Baker End Table

$3,200

1940s Robsjohn-Gibbings Style Side Tables

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in Hamburg, PA

A pair of ebonized oak side tables in the style of Robsjohn-Gibbings. Cream leather inserted tops.

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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Leather, Oak

1940s Robsjohn-Gibbings Style Side Tables

$2,400

TH Robsjohn Gibbings Style End Tables

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in New York, NY

Pair of 3 tier side tables in the manner of TH Robsjohn Gibbings. Newly refinished in a deep

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Mahogany

TH Robsjohn Gibbings Style End Tables

$4,400

Robsjohn for Widdicomb Two-Tier Table

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in New York, NY

table. As expected, simple, elegant and sophisticated form from RJG.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Wood

Robsjohn for Widdicomb Two-Tier Table

$1,800

Pair of Kalmar Table/Wall Lamps

By J.T. Kalmar

Located in Los Angeles, CA

petite, pure brass table lamps with original adjustable shades

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Vintage 1950s Austrian Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Pair of Kalmar Table/Wall Lamps

$2,100

Kalmar Table Lamp "Arnold" Brass Leather, 1960s

By J.T. Kalmar

Located in Hausmannstätten, AT

Rare table lamp "Arnold" by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, 1960s. Brass stand with leather grip. Very nice

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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Kalmar Table Lamp "Arnold" Brass Leather, 1960s

$3,700

Rare Austrian "Hook" Kalmar Table Lamp

By J.T. Kalmar

Located in Vienna, AT

Extremely rare Austrian Mid-Century Modern table light, Model no. 1246 adjustable shade in every

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Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Rare Austrian "Hook" Kalmar Table Lamp

$1,081

Vladimir Kagan Midcentury T Modular Coffee Table, 1950s

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Milano, IT

Rare wooden table by Vladimir Kagan with removable modular elements. The central table has three

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Vladimir Kagan Midcentury T Modular Coffee Table, 1950s

$10,817

T. H. Robsjohn Gibbings Faux bamboo cocktail table

Located in St. Louis, MO

Rare Gibbings Cockail table, c.1946, legs and table edge carved to resemble bamboo, mahogany with a

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Vintage 1940s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Mahogany

T. H. Robsjohn Gibbings Faux bamboo cocktail table

$3,250

Sculptural X Base Dining Table by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings

Located in Atlanta, GA

Sculptural X Base Dining Table designed by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb, circa 1950's. This

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Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Tables

Materials

Walnut

Sculptural X Base Dining Table by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings

$5,800

Assistent Table Lamps By Kalmar Circa 1960s

By J.T. Kalmar

Located in Gloucester, GB

Assistent Table Lamps By Kalmar Circa 1960s - Cast iron base - Steel arms with brown leather

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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Assistent Table Lamps By Kalmar Circa 1960s

$2,609 / set

Pair of Gibbings Style Cerused Side / End Tables

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in Westport, CT

Pair of modern tiered side or end tables in the manner of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings newly refinished

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Pair of Gibbings Style Cerused Side / End Tables

$4,800

James Harvey Crate T-3-C Table Lamp by Heifetz

By Harvey Crate

Located in Highland, IN

The T-3-C table lamp by Harvey Crate was part of the 1951 MOMA low cost lighting exhibition and

Category

Vintage 1950s American Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

James Harvey Crate T-3-C Table Lamp by Heifetz

$7,000

T.H. Robsjohn- Gibbings coffee table for Widdicomb

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Nice and elegant coffee table with great palms carvings on the side designed by Robsjohn-Gibbings.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

T.H. Robsjohn- Gibbings coffee table for Widdicomb

$3,800

T. H. Robsjohn- Gibbings Classic Cocktail Table 1950

Located in Camden, ME

A vintage un-restored Robsjohn-Gibbings birch-based coffee table with its original yellow green

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Vintage 1950s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

T. H. Robsjohn- Gibbings Classic Cocktail Table 1950

$7,200

T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Writing or Dining Table

Located in Chicago, IL

Important Custom Robsjohn-Gibbings for Walter J. Thompson. This Table was designed for the JWT

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Writing or Dining Table

$22,000

Sarreid Ltd Brass Studded T Shape Coffee Table

By Sarreid Ltd.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

accent table. Still sturdy and functional. In good used condition....

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Vintage 1960s Spanish Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Sarreid Ltd Brass Studded T Shape Coffee Table

$800

Rare Robsjohn Gibbings Side Table for Saridis

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in Miami, FL

Exquisite table. One-drawer. Signed inside drawer with brass plaque.

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Vintage 1960s Greek Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Rare Robsjohn Gibbings Side Table for Saridis

$4,800

TH Robsjohn-Gibbings End or Side Tables

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in Pawtucket, RI

Pair of mahogany and brass legged side tables from TH Robsjohn-Gibbings and manufactured by

Category

Vintage 1950s End Tables

Materials

Brass

TH Robsjohn-Gibbings End or Side Tables

$6,000

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Minimalist Dining Table (with 2 Leaves)

Located in New York, NY

Minimalist dining table by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb. Includes two leaves. USA, 1953

Category

Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Tables

Materials

Walnut

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Minimalist Dining Table (with 2 Leaves)

$12,500

Travertine Table Lamp

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in Toronto, Ontario

A nice travertine based table lamp. Simple elegance. A travertine base with chromed central

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Travertine, Marble

Travertine Table Lamp

$1,200

1970s Florence Knoll T-Bar Marble and Chrom Coffee Table for Knoll International

By Florence Knoll

Located in London, GB

1970s Florence Knoll T-Bar White Marble and Chrome Coffee Table for Knoll International Set

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Vintage 1970s Central American Modern Center Tables

Materials

Marble

1970s Florence Knoll T-Bar Marble and Chrom Coffee Table for Knoll International

$2,726

Slatted T-Bar Table by Florence Knoll for Knoll Associates, circa 1960 American

By Knoll, Florence Knoll

Located in Jersey City, NJ

Florence Knoll's black enameled steel T-Bar table with a slatted oak top comprises 15 slats, all in

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Slatted T-Bar Table by Florence Knoll for Knoll Associates, circa 1960 American

$800

2-Tier End Table No. 1647 in Walnut by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in New York, NY

2-tier end table no.1647 in walnut with reverse tapering dowel legs designed by T.H. Robsjohn

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Vintage 1950s American End Tables

2-Tier End Table No. 1647 in Walnut by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

French Louis Philippe Turned Mahogany, Caned, and M/T 1-Drawer Table

Located in Atlanta, GA

Having a square top with one hidden drawer and a recessed inset marble surface supported by turned legs joined by caned levels, raised on original brass casters, mid-19th century.

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Antique 1830s French Louis Philippe End Tables

Materials

Mahogany

French Louis Philippe Turned Mahogany, Caned, and M/T 1-Drawer Table

$3,480

Vintage David T Smith Parcel Ebonized American Pine Porringer Tea Table or Desk

Located in Dayton, OH

Late 20th century porringer top table by David T Smith. Features a parcel ebonized base in

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Late 20th Century American Classical Serving Tables

Materials

Pine

Vintage David T Smith Parcel Ebonized American Pine Porringer Tea Table or Desk

$1,000

1970s Handcrafted Modernist Mahogany Folding Desk/Foyer Table Watts Powell

By T. Powell

Located in Buffalo, NY

Stunning 1970s handcrafted modernist mahogany folding desk/foyer table designed and made by Simom

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Antique 1870s American Arts and Crafts Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Cherry, Mahogany

1970s Handcrafted Modernist Mahogany Folding Desk/Foyer Table Watts Powell

$3,800

Arnold Poell, Table Lamp, Brass, Paper, Austria, 1950s

By J.T. Kalmar

Located in High Point, NC

A brass and paper table lamp designed by Arnold Poell and produced by J.T. Kalmar, Austria, 1950s

Category

Vintage 1950s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Arnold Poell, Table Lamp, Brass, Paper, Austria, 1950s

$3,900

Black Three-Arm Table Lamp by Kalmar

By J.T. Kalmar

Located in New York, NY

Black enamel and brass table lamp with black piping detail by Kalmar. Germany, circa 1960.

Category

Vintage 1960s German Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Black Three-Arm Table Lamp by Kalmar

$1,800

Adrian Pearsall Model 1135-T Dining Table for Craft Associates

By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Sleek modern dining table designed by American designer Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates in the

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Adrian Pearsall Model 1135-T Dining Table for Craft Associates

$3,895

Walnut Dining Table by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb

Located in Pasadena, CA

Robsjohn_Gibbings Saw Horse Dining Table with 1-20" leaf.

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Vintage 1950s American Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood

Walnut Dining Table by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb

$7,600

A T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Amoeba Coffee Table

Located in North Miami, FL

Beautiful heavy bronze legs, VERY sturdy to hold this amazing amoeba shaped top (large size). RARE to find!

Category

Vintage 1950s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

A T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Amoeba Coffee Table

"t" Red Lacquered Side Table Designed by Maximilian Eicke for Max ID NY

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Category

2010s North American Side Tables

Materials

Lacquer

"t" Red Lacquered Side Table Designed by Maximilian Eicke for Max ID NY

$1,400

Pair of Robsjohn-Gibbings Rectilinear Side Tables

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in Ferndale, MI

Robsjohn-Gibbings by Widdicomb for Moderns

Category

Vintage 1950s American Side Tables

Pair of Robsjohn-Gibbings Rectilinear Side Tables

$2,900

Exquisite Pair of Black Marble Column Lamps by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Hansen

By Carl Hansen, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Gorgeous black marble column lamps with prominent white veining. Original brass and porcelain hardware and distinctive turn switches. 30 inches to top of socket. 15 inch marble base.

Category

Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Marble

Exquisite Pair of Black Marble Column Lamps by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Hansen

$3,900

Walnut Jacks Table by Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in Ferndale, MI

Walnut Jacks Table by Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb

Category

Vintage 1950s American Side Tables

Walnut Jacks Table by Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb

$3,300

Hollywood Regency X-Base Side Table or Stool

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Nice solid fruitwood x base side table or bench.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Hollywood Regency X-Base Side Table or Stool

$1,200

Table in Walnut with Geomtric Decoration by Widdicomb

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in New York, NY

Table in walnut with pie cut top and geometric resin decoration on all sides by Widdicomb, American

Category

Vintage 1950s American End Tables

Table in Walnut with Geomtric Decoration by Widdicomb

$3,500

Robsjohn Gibbings Early Tripod Table, USA 1950 s

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in New York, NY

An early Robsjohn Gibbings tripod table for Widdicomb, the veneer is quite different than the usual

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Oak

Robsjohn Gibbings Early Tripod Table, USA 1950 s

$7,250

Robsjohn-Gibbings Dark Walnut Lucite Rod End Tables

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in Westport, CT

circa 1940s Robsjohn Gibbings Two tier End tables with Lucite Rod suspension and large gilt pull

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Robsjohn-Gibbings Dark Walnut Lucite Rod End Tables

$6,400

60 s Vintage Table Lamp Model Tronchi Design Kalmar

By J.T. Kalmar

Located in None, IT

Metal table lamp with plastic cylinders, Tronchi model design J.T. Kalmar for Kalmar, 1960s

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

60 s Vintage Table Lamp Model Tronchi Design Kalmar

$539

Expertly Restored - Julius T. Kalmar Brass Tripod Teak Table Lamp

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Designer Julius Theodor Kalmar Manufacturer Kalmar ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to l...

Category

Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Expertly Restored - Julius T. Kalmar Brass Tripod Teak Table Lamp

$1,450

Amoeba Coffee Table by Paul T. Frankl Model 5005

By Paul Frankl

Located in Long Island City, NY

Amoeba coffee table by Paul T. Frankl (Model 5005) by Johnson furniture company with a natural wax

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Mahogany, Cork

Amoeba Coffee Table by Paul T. Frankl Model 5005

$36,000

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Find many varieties of an authentic t table available at 1stDibs. A t table — often made from wood, metal and walnut — can elevate any home. Find 4018 options for an antique or vintage t table now, or shop our selection of 362 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the t table you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A t table, designed in the mid-century modern, modern or Scandinavian Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co. and J.T. Kalmar each produced at least one beautiful t table that is worth considering.

How Much is a T Table?

A t table can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,801, while the lowest priced sells for $23 and the highest can go for as much as $5,807,050.

Questions About T Table

What is the difference between a drawing table and a drafting table?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
The main difference between a drawing table and a drafting table is adjustability. Typically, drawing table writing surfaces are stationary, while most drafting tables can be tilted and moved up and down. However, some people use the terms drawing and drafting table interchangeably to describe any table with a tilted writing surface. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of drafting tables.
What is the difference between a coffee table and a cocktail table?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
While both pieces are relatively new to the furniture world, the main difference between them are their shapes. A cocktail table is generally square or rectangular in shape, while a coffee table tends to be oval or circular in shape. You can shop a collection of furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between a sofa table and a coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
The difference between a sofa table and a coffee table is that a sofa table is always behind the sofa and a coffee table is in front of it. Additionally, a sofa table is the same height as the sofa and a coffee table is much shorter.
Is there a difference between an end table and a side table?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
There are two differences between end tables and side tables: function and size. Typically, end tables go beside a chair or at opposite ends of a sofa and have smaller tabletops, while side tables go toward the sides of seating areas or against walls and feature a larger surface area. However, many people use the words side and end tables interchangeably, so these differences may not always apply. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of end and side tables.
What is the difference between a billiard table and a pool table?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
The difference between a billiard table and a pool table is primarily the size. The basic dimensions of a billiard table are usually 10’ by 5’, whereas a pool table is a relatively smaller structure, as they’re usually 3.5’ by 7’. An additional way that these tables differ from each other is the absence of pockets on the billiard table. Shop a range of billiard and pool tables on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between a bistro table and a pub table?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
The main difference between a bistro table and a pub table is the size. A bistro table is usually around 28 to 36 inches tall, so you can sit at it with a standard dining chair. Often, people pair bistro chairs with bistro tables. A pub table is taller at around 40 to 44 inches and requires a pub-height chair or stool for comfortable seating. Find a variety of pub and bistro tables on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between an accent table and an end table?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
The difference between an accent table and an end table comes down to how you use them. Accent tables function primarily as decorations and may be placed almost anywhere in a room. The purpose of an end table is to provide storage space next to a sofa or loveseat. Most people use them in pairs, with one placed on either side of the focal furnishing in a seating area. Find a large collection of accent tables and end tables on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between a buffet table and a console table?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
The difference between a buffet table and a console table comes down to size and storage features. Console tables are usually less deep than buffet tables, so they take up less space behind sofas and along walls. In addition, consoles are less likely to have cabinets and drawers than buffet tables, which are designed to store dinnerware and serveware in dining rooms. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of buffets and console tables.
What is the difference between a center table and a coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
The difference between a center table and a coffee table is usually size. Center tables tend to be larger-sized accent tables placed in the center of seating areas. On the other hand, coffee tables are smaller tables usually positioned in front of sofas and loveseats. On 1stDibs, find a variety of center tables and coffee tables.
What is the difference between a snooker table and a pool table?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
The difference between a snooker table and a pool table comes down to dimensions. Generally, a snooker table is larger than a pool table, also called a billiards table. The increased size is due to the fact that a snooker game typically uses a total of 21 balls, compared to the 9 to 15 used during a pool game. Both types of gaming tables have six pockets, but those on a snooker table are usually smaller than those on a pool table because snooker balls tend to be smaller than billiard balls. On 1stDibs, find a range of billiard and snooker tables.
Are end tables taller than coffee tables?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
Yes, end tables are generally taller than coffee tables.

The term “end table” is frequently used interchangeably with “coffee table,” and while these two furnishings have much in common, each table type offers its own distinctive benefits in your space.

Your end table is likely going to stand as tall as the arms of your sofa, and its depth will match the seating. These attributes allow for tucking the table neatly at the end of your sofa in order to provide an elevated surface between your seating and the wall. End tables are accent pieces — they’re a close cousin to side tables, but side tables, not unlike the show-stealing low-profile coffee table, are intended to be positioned prominently and have more to do with the flow and design of a room than an end table, which does a great job but does it out of the way of everything else.

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What is the difference between a coffee table and a console table?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
The difference between a coffee table and a console table is in the design. A coffee table is a low table that comes in many shapes, such as surfaces that are rectangles, squares, ovals or circles. Console tables are taller and usually have elongated shapes, such as ovals, rectangles or semicircles. Placement is another differentiator between the two types of tables. Coffee tables usually go in front of sofas and loveseats, while console tables may be placed behind a sofa or loveseat or along a wall. Find a large collection of coffee tables and console tables on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between a side table and a coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
The difference between a side table and a coffee table is mainly in the size and shape. Coffee tables usually feature larger tops but shorter legs. People typically place them in front of a sofa or a loveseat to rest books, drinks, remote controls and other items. Side tables also store items, but they are usually positioned beside an accent chair or at the ends of a sofa or loveseat. Shop a diverse assortment of side tables and coffee tables on 1stDibs.
What is a dumbwaiter table?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
A dumbwaiter table has two to three circular trays attached to a central column supported on a tripod base. Mostly made from mahogany, some varieties are designed with collapsible trays. On 1stDibs, you can find an antique and vintage collection of dumbwaiter tables.
What is a dough table?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
A dough table, or kneading trough, is a primitive piece of furniture used in the bread-making process. Dough tables originated in Europe and were brought to the United States by the Pennsylvania Dutch sometime in the 1700s. The table's flat lid makes for the perfect kneading surface while the inside trough is the perfect space for the dough to rise.
What is a smoker’s table?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A smoker’s table or smoking stand is a piece of furniture that was designed to hold ashtrays and give smokers a place to stand or lean while they smoked. Some smoking stands were smaller and designed to be placed next to armchairs or other furniture, while tables were typically taller. Shop a collection of smoker’s tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is a cocktail table?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Cocktail tables are ornate low tables traditionally used to serve cocktails and food in a seating area. When first sold in the early 20th-century, cocktail tables tended to be square or rectangular, while coffee tables were round or oval shaped. Today, both types of table come in a wide range of shapes. Find a variety of antique and vintage cocktail tables on 1stDibs.
What are end tables?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
End tables are small tables that sit beside a larger piece of furniture. The height of an end table is generally that of an arm of a chair.
What is a pedestal table?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
A pedestal table is a table that has a central support pillar or column, rather than legs. Pedestal tables are quite sturdy but they can be very heavy given the pillar.
What is Alter Table?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
With respect to furniture, an alter table — the correct spelling is altar table — is a type of table used for worship or prayer. Mostly it’s a wooden table used for religious celebrations. It comes in different sizes based on the needs and preferences of the community or individual. Check out 1stDibs for a collection of antique altar tables.

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