What is the use of mandala art?

The use of mandala art is often spiritual. In both Buddhism and Hinduism, creating mandalas can represent how sorrow turns into joy, and the act of destroying them is a reminder of the temporary nature of all things. People who produce mandalas often find the act to be meditative and calming. On 1stDibs, find a variety of fine art from some of the world's top galleries and dealers.

What is an easel used for in art?

An easel is an upright support used for displaying or creating art. It sits at a vertical angle of about 20°, and is used by painters and illustrators, normally standing up. An easel is also a great way to display a finished piece of work. Find a selection of easels from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What are table lamps used for?

Table lamps are often used as a reading light or for task lighting. They can also simply serve as part of a room’s decor, perhaps adding light to an area that doesn’t get any illumination from overhead lights. Shop a collection of table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is a console table used for?

Console tables serve a variety of functions. They can be used as buffets, storage units and display tables. Because they vary in size, you can use them for just about anything.

What are bistro tables used for?

Bistro tables are small round tables used for serving small meals, like breakfast or afternoon tea. Bistro tables are versatile, and are great for smaller areas such as a porch or back patio. You can shop antique and contemporary bistro tables from a variety of sellers on 1stDibs.

What are end tables used for?

End tables typically hold lamps, coasters and other items to keep them within easy reach from the sofa or chair they are next to.

What is a sideboard table used for?

A sideboard table is generally used for storing cutlery, napkins and other dining supplies. Sideboards have much in common with credenzas and buffet tables but they are distinct from both of those other kinds of case pieces. Shop a range of antique and vintage sideboards and other storage furniture on 1stDibs.

What was a drum table used for?

A drum table, also referred to as a rent table, is a circular table with labeled drawers. It was traditionally used by landlords to keep account of rent money with the labels displaying the days of the weeks. Due to their unique shape, drum tables are a favorite among home decor enthusiasts. Shop a selection of drum tables on 1stDibs.

What are side tables used for?

Side tables are used next to furniture like beds and couches to provide an accessible place for keeping essential items at hand. In the living room, side tables are often used to display flower arrangements, photos or books as well as to set down a drink. In the bedroom, a side table is typically populated with items like a lamp, bedtime reading material, and a charging device for a phone. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary side tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What were nesting tables used for?

Nesting tables typically consist of several different sizes of tables designed to fit underneath one another — they were initially intended to save space in the drawing room. The tables were pulled out as needed and used for playing chess, needlepoint and engaging in other leisurely activities. Shop a collection of nesting tables on 1stDibs from top sellers worldwide.

What materials were used in Art Nouveau?

The Art Nouveau design movement used such materials as cast iron and steel, ceramic and glass . This style of architecture, design, art and jewelry was characterized by its use of long, sinuous lines that are reflected in nature.

What is rice paper used for in art?

In art, rice paper is often used as a surface for drawing. Artists may use it to create sketches with charcoals, graphite, pastels or ink. Shop a collection of rice paper art from some of the world’s top makers and sellers on 1stDibs.

What materials are used in folk art?

Among the materials used in folk art are cloth, wood, paper, clay and metal.

Can you use a console table as a desk?

Because of their variety of sizes and range in function, console tables can easily work as a desk. Given their size and ease of mobility, a console table can be used in almost any sort of room.

Can a library table be used as a desk?

Yes, you can use a library table as a desk. In fact, many people like the spacious tops found on library tables because they usually have enough room to accommodate a computer and provide additional work space. Find a range of library tables on 1stDibs.

What can I use instead of an end table?

You can use a number of things in place of an end table. Place a stool, chest, trunk, barrel or crate beside your sofa or chair, or use a bar cart or freestanding tray to rest a lamp and other objects on. If there is a wall nearby, you can even install a floating shelf within arm’s reach. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of living room furniture.

What do you call a table that is used for drafting?

A table used for drafting can simply be called a drafting table. Other names for drafting tables are artist's table, drawing table and architect's table. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of drafting tables.

What were dough box tables used for?

A dough box table, also known as a bread table, was designed for making bread. The dough is placed in the wooden box to allow it to rise, then when the dough is ready to be kneaded, it can be finished on the flat top. Shop a collection of vintage dough box tables on 1stDibs.

What element of art does Frank Stella use?

Frank Stella actually used more than one element of art. A proponent of Minimalism and non-representational abstraction, Stella was a painter, printmaker and sculptor. Considering paintings on canvas as objects in their own right, like sculptures, rather than representations, he rejected certain formal conventions, eschewing sketches and often using nontraditional materials, like house paint. Over the course of his career, his pieces became more and more three-dimensional, straddling the line between painting and sculpture. In the mid-1960s, Stella started exploring printmaking, initially working with Kenneth Tyler of Gemini G.E.L. and later installing printing equipment in his own studio. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of Frank Stella art.

What elements of art did Alexander Calder use?

Alexander Calder used many of the elements of art when producing his works. The American sculptor is known as the father of the mobile, a moving artwork composed of delicately balanced sculptural forms suspended from the ceiling. These kinetic pieces use color, shape and space to convey a sense of unity, and the form of the art allows it to interact with its environment. Find a variety of Alexander Calder art on 1stDibs.

Used Art Tables

Polychrome Lamp

French Art Deco Glass Lamps

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Used Art Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Art Deco High End Walnut Console-Side Table, French, c1930

$3,217

Louis Majorelle Art Nouveau Mahogany Dining Table

By Louis Majorelle

Located in Astoria, NY

Louis Majorelle Art Nouveau Mahogany and Ash Dining Table, with two modern extension leaves

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Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Used Art Tables

Materials

Ash, Mahogany

Louis Majorelle Art Nouveau Mahogany Dining Table

$14,500

Art Deco Pantone Table Lamps - Pair

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Art Deco Pantone Table Lamps - Pair Each lamp measures: 12 wide x 7.5 deep x 25 inches high We

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Early 2000s American Art Deco Used Art Tables

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Metal

Art Deco Pantone Table Lamps - Pair

$1,295 / set

Cofrac Modern Art Glass Table Lamp

By Cofrac

Located in Miami, FL

A beautiful and very good quality modern art glass table lamp. This Art Deco style table lamp is

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Used Art Tables

Materials

Brass

$Used Cofrac Modern Art Glass Table Lamp$

$Cofrac Modern Art Glass Table Lamp$

Cofrac Modern Art Glass Table Lamp

$1,430

Art Deco French Round Dining Table in Macassar

Located in Houston, TX

This is a Beautiful Art Deco Dining Room circle table done with inlaid Macassar wood. The wide

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1930s French Art Deco Used Art Tables

Materials

Macassar

Art Deco French Round Dining Table in Macassar

$15,000

Art Deco Tiffany table lamps 1980s Holland

By Tiffany Co.

Located in Den Haag, NL

Very nice pair of Art Deco style table lamps .Replicas of the Tiffany lamps . Hand made Stained

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1980s Dutch Art Deco Used Art Tables

Materials

Stained Glass

Art Deco Tiffany table lamps 1980s Holland

$1,400 / set

Pair of Mid-Century Pink Murano Hobnail Glass Table Lamps by Fenton

By Fenton Art Glass Company 1

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Glass Table Lamps by Fenton, c.1960s. These exceptional lamps feature hand-blown Murano glass in a rare

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Used Art Tables

Materials

Brass

Pair of Mid-Century Pink Murano Hobnail Glass Table Lamps by Fenton

$1,050 / set

French Art Deco Burr Elm Sculptural Asymmetrical Dressing Table C.1930

Located in London, Park Royal

French, circa 1930s, this exceptional Art Deco dressing table stands out for its sculptural

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1930s French Art Deco Used Art Tables

Materials

Mirror, Wood

French Art Deco Burr Elm Sculptural Asymmetrical Dressing Table C.1930

$8,640

Antique Table Lamp French Art Deco Diana

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Antique French Art Deco Gilt Brass Diana Sculptural Table Lamp With A Milk Glass Globular Shade

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Used Art Tables

Materials

Brass

Antique Table Lamp French Art Deco Diana

$1,643 / set

Bulbous Folk Art Painted Table Lamp

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Bulbous folk art painted table lamp. This an attractive pottery lamp painted in a folk art

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Mid-20th Century Folk Art Used Art Tables

Materials

Pottery

Bulbous Folk Art Painted Table Lamp

$992

Fine Burl Banded Art Deco Style Console Table

Located in Bridgeport, CT

A contemporary console in a particularly attractive stained Burl in the Art Deco style. The banded

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20th Century Art Deco Used Art Tables

Materials

Wood

Fine Burl Banded Art Deco Style Console Table

$4,200

French Art Deco Table Lamp Lalique

By René Lalique

Located in Bridgewater, CT

French Art Deco table lamp by Rene Lalique, with a tulipe-type shade, model "Oxford (Hotel de Paris

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1920s French Art Deco Used Art Tables

Materials

Glass

French Art Deco Table Lamp Lalique

$5,500

Art Deco French Alabaster Table Lamp

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Art Deco Alabaster and Nickel table lamp. Rewired but in original condition. Shipping to USA

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1930s French Art Deco Used Art Tables

Materials

Alabaster, Nickel

Art Deco French Alabaster Table Lamp

$1,080 Sale Price

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Art Deco Chase Chrome Table Lamp

By Chase Brass and Copper Company

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Lovely Art Deco table lamp made by Chase Brass and Copper Company of Waterbury, Connecticut. Art

Category

1930s American Art Deco Used Art Tables

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco Chase Chrome Table Lamp

$450

Pierre Chareau Inspired Pair Art Deco Style Mahogany Hexagonal Tables

By Pierre Chareau

Located in San Francisco, CA

a custom pair of flame mahogany Guéridon Tulipe side tables in the manner of Pierre Chareau (b

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Early 2000s American Art Deco Used Art Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Pierre Chareau Inspired Pair Art Deco Style Mahogany Hexagonal Tables

$7,650 / set

A French Art Deco Iron Mirror-Top Occasional Table, C. 1940.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Striking French round occasional table from the Art Deco period, featuring a hand-hammered iron

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Used Art Tables

Materials

Iron

A French Art Deco Iron Mirror-Top Occasional Table, C. 1940.

$3,800

Dutch Art Deco Amsterdam School/Arts Crafts occasional table, 1920s

Located in EVERDINGEN, NL

A modestly sized elegant occasional table or side table in oak featuring a beautiful beaded edge of

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1920s Dutch Art Deco Used Art Tables

Materials

Oak

Dutch Art Deco Amsterdam School/Arts Crafts occasional table, 1920s

$1,840

Art Deco Chrome with Mirror Top Martini / Side Table

Located in San Diego, CA

A very rare art deco chrome with mirror top martini / side table, circa 1940's. The table has a

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Used Art Tables

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco Chrome with Mirror Top Martini / Side Table

$1,137 Sale Price

35% Off

Restored Art Deco Side Table, Walnut, Revived Polish, France, 1920s

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

This elegant Art Deco console table comes from France from the first half of the 20th century. It

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1920s French Art Deco Used Art Tables

Materials

Wood, Walnut, Lacquer

Restored Art Deco Side Table, Walnut, Revived Polish, France, 1920s

$2,136

Oval Art Deco Table w. Marble Top - France, 1930s

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse

Elegant and lovely gilt Art Deco period side table with carved apron, reeded and and fluted legs

Category

20th Century French Art Deco Used Art Tables

Oval Art Deco Table w. Marble Top - France, 1930s

$3,085

Art Deco Table Lamp, 1930s, Restored

Located in Praha, CZ

Art Deco table lamp with adjustable shade. Restored: chrome with minor age patina polished. Rewired

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1930s Czech Art Deco Used Art Tables

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco Table Lamp, 1930s, Restored

$498

Large Cofrac Art Verrier Table Lamp

By Cofrac

Located in Miami, FL

A beautiful and very good quality Art Deco style table lamp in uniquely shaped blown crystal and

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Used Art Tables

Materials

Brass

$Large Cofrac Art Verrier Table Lamp$

Large Cofrac Art Verrier Table Lamp

$1,430

Galeries Anspach Brussels Art Deco Side Table in Solid Oak 1940s

Located in Meer, VAN

'Galeries Anspach Brussels' Art Deco Side Table in Solid Oak. Belgium, 1940s. Wonderful art deco

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Early 20th Century Belgian Art Deco Used Art Tables

Materials

Oak

Galeries Anspach Brussels Art Deco Side Table in Solid Oak 1940s

$4,094

Art Deco Machine Age Table Lamp

By Donald Deskey

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

An unusual Machine Age/Art Deco table lamp. Polished aluminum, on a raised base. Original copper

Category

1930s American Art Deco Used Art Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Art Deco Machine Age Table Lamp

$1,250

Pair of Art Deco Side Tables

Located in New York, NY

A pair of French circa 1950’s Art Deco style side tables. Measurements: Height: 19" Length

Category

1950s French Used Art Tables

Materials

Wood

Pair of Art Deco Side Tables

$5,800 / set

French Art Nouveau Table Lamp

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a very unique lamp. The base is ceramic and has a g Murano glass shade.

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Used Art Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Murano Glass

French Art Nouveau Table Lamp

$1,170 Sale Price

53% Off

Art Deco Pewter Monkey Table Lamps

Located in Queens, NY

Art Deco style pewter table lamp of seated monkey on octagonal marble base.

Category

20th Century Art Deco Used Art Tables

Materials

Pewter

Art Deco Pewter Monkey Table Lamps

$1,850

Art Nouveau Table Lamp, 1910s, Restored

Located in Praha, CZ

Beautiful Art Nouveau table lamp. Completely restored, brass refinished Rewired. 1x40W, E25-E27

Category

1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Used Art Tables

Materials

Brass

Art Nouveau Table Lamp, 1910s, Restored

$628

French Art Deco Green Iron Side Table with Marble Top, 1930s

Located in Chicago, IL

A 1930s French Art Deco side table, defined by a breccia marble top and celadon green iron base

Category

1930s French Art Deco Used Art Tables

Materials

Marble, Iron

French Art Deco Green Iron Side Table with Marble Top, 1930s

$4,600

Swedish Art Moderne Walnut Intarsia Coffee or Side Table

Located in Atlanta, GA

Art Moderne Deco concave table with playful matchbook walnut for use as a side or coffee table

Category

1930s Swedish Art Deco Used Art Tables

Materials

Walnut

Swedish Art Moderne Walnut Intarsia Coffee or Side Table

$3,124

Vintage Art Deco Style Burl and Lacquer Side Tables, a pair

Located in Wichita, KS

Art Deco style gueridon table in burled wood veneer having a beautifully designed, burled top over

Category

Late 20th Century French Art Deco Used Art Tables

Materials

Wood, Burl, Paint

Vintage Art Deco Style Burl and Lacquer Side Tables, a pair

$1,950

1930s Art Deco Library Pedestal Table Macassar Speckled Maple

By Eugene Printz

Located in Marseille, FR

Large library pedestal table in speckled maple Macassar ebony veneer and brass in perfect condition

Category

1930s French Art Deco Used Art Tables

Materials

Macassar

1930s Art Deco Library Pedestal Table Macassar Speckled Maple

$5,340

Art Deco Chrome Side Table or Telephone Table Model 510 by W.H. Gispen

By Ontwerpbureau N.V. Gispen, Willem H. Gispen

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Stunning Art Deco side table or telephone table model 510. Design by W.H. Gispen for Ontwerpbureau

Category

1950s Dutch Art Deco Used Art Tables

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco Chrome Side Table or Telephone Table Model 510 by W.H. Gispen

$712 Sale Price

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ANTIQUE ART DECO HIGH BAR TABLE PAIR OF STOOLS SUITES MUST SEE PICTUREs

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Art Deco bar stools with brown leather tops and matching zinc topped table Please note the delivery

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Used Art Tables

Materials

Zinc

ANTIQUE ART DECO HIGH BAR TABLE PAIR OF STOOLS SUITES MUST SEE PICTUREs

$5,134 / set

Art Deco Vintage Walnut Circular Josef Frank Side Table Coffee Table 1926 Vienna

By Josef Frank

Located in Vienna, AT

Art Deco vintage circular like side table or coffee table from walnut, spruce and beech by Josef

Category

1920s Austrian Art Deco Used Art Tables

Materials

Beech, Walnut, Spruce

Art Deco Vintage Walnut Circular Josef Frank Side Table Coffee Table 1926 Vienna

$7,357

Art Deco Walnut Table with Glass Insert Top

Located in Hudson, NY

Glass is tinted black.

Category

1910s Czech Art Deco Used Art Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Art Deco Walnut Table with Glass Insert Top

$5,800

Art Deco French Mahogany Dining / Library Table

Located in Lutz, FL

A great table harkening back to the deco period with its simple design yet sophisticated execution

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Used Art Tables

Materials

Brass

Art Deco French Mahogany Dining / Library Table

$4,200

Art Deco Round Blue Peacock Color Pedestal Table, France, 1930

Located in Lisbon, PT

This Art Deco peacocchestnut side table from 1930s France was crafted with a round two-level

Category

20th Century French Art Deco Used Art Tables

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Round Blue Peacock Color Pedestal Table, France, 1930

$7,241 Sale Price

40% Off

Art Deco Table lamp vienna 1920s

Located in Wien, AT

Art Deco Table lamp vienna 1920s Polished and stove enameled The glass sticks are replaced ( new )

Category

1920s Austrian Art Deco Used Art Tables

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Table lamp vienna 1920s

$617

Rectangular Table in Wood, France, 1930, Art Deco

Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C

Table Art Deco Material: Wood. France. We have specialized in the sale of Art Deco and Art

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1930s French Art Deco Used Art Tables

Materials

Wood

Rectangular Table in Wood, France, 1930, Art Deco

$5,700

Art Deco Machine Age Occasional Table in Walnut Black Lacquer Supports

Located in New York, NY

This stunning Art Deco occasional table, crafted in America circa 1935, is a quintessential

Category

1930s American Art Deco Used Art Tables

Materials

Walnut, Lacquer

Art Deco Machine Age Occasional Table in Walnut Black Lacquer Supports

$5,975

1930 s Art Deco Large Dining Table or Hall Table

Located in Miami, FL

This table was manufactured in France circa 1930 and is a versatile table that can be used as an

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Used Art Tables

Materials

Metal

1930 s Art Deco Large Dining Table or Hall Table

$17,890

Art Deco pedestal table in varnished walnut circa 1940

Located in Mouscron, WHT

Art Deco pedestal table in varnished walnut circa 1940 nickel-plated bronze base revarnished two

Category

1940s European Art Deco Used Art Tables

Materials

Nickel

Art Deco pedestal table in varnished walnut circa 1940

$5,340

Art Deco French Rosewood Table

Located in New York, NY

Art deco French table crafted from rosewood featuring a U-shaped base, circa 1930. Since

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Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Used Art Tables

Materials

Wood

Art Deco French Rosewood Table

$9,375

Vintage Art Deco Flame Mahogany Extendable Dining Table

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This impressive dining table captures the luxurious, streamlined sensibility of the Art Deco era

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Late 20th Century German Art Deco Used Art Tables

Materials

Metal

Vintage Art Deco Flame Mahogany Extendable Dining Table

$5,450

Art Nouveau Coffee Table Signed "Gus"

Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB

A finely crafted and characterful table from the School of Nancy, showcasing the artistry of French

Category

1910s French Art Nouveau Used Art Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Art Nouveau Coffee Table Signed "Gus"

$1,300

Art Deco Blue Peacock Walnut Round Side Table, 20th Century

Located in Lisbon, PT

An Art Deco blue peacock Round Side Table. This table features a shelf, adding both style and

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20th Century French Art Deco Used Art Tables

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Blue Peacock Walnut Round Side Table, 20th Century

$7,119 Sale Price / item

35% Off

Art Deco Round Table Mirror in Chrome

Located in Van Nuys, CA

This elegant Art Deco round table-top mirror features a demilune frame which rests on an arched

Category

1930s Used Art Tables

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco Round Table Mirror in Chrome

$1,986

Art Deco side table in full oak, France ca. 1920

Located in Meulebeke, BE

France / 1920 / side table / oak / Art Deco / Art Nouveau An elegant Art Deco side table or

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1920s French Art Deco Used Art Tables

Materials

Oak

Art Deco side table in full oak, France ca. 1920

$2,670

High Style Art Deco English Console Table, circa 1932

Located in Devon, England

furniture but something that is unique and a piece of English history. For your consideration is this Art

Category

Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Used Art Tables

Materials

Mirror, Maple, Walnut

High Style Art Deco English Console Table, circa 1932

$5,271

Hungarian Art Deco Coffee Table

Located in Chicago, IL

This vintage Art Deco coffee table is from Budapest, Hungary, and was made from walnut and glass, c

Category

1940s Hungarian Art Deco Used Art Tables

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Hungarian Art Deco Coffee Table

$3,800 Sale Price

44% Off

Circa 1920s Art Deco Table Lamp

Located in CA, CA

Art Deco early 1920s Lamp with original glass ball shade. Both shade and base are decorated with a

Category

1920s French Art Deco Used Art Tables

Materials

Bronze, Nickel

Circa 1920s Art Deco Table Lamp

$960

Folk Art Root Carved Table Lamp

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Folk Art root carved table lamp. This is a very attractive if somewhat unusual piece, it is an

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Early 20th Century Folk Art Used Art Tables

Materials

Bog Wood

Folk Art Root Carved Table Lamp

$650

Art Deco French Dinning Table in Burl Walnut

Located in Houston, TX

The oval top of the dining room table is displaying the beauty of the burl walnut wood. It is

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1940s French Art Deco Used Art Tables

Materials

Burl

Art Deco French Dinning Table in Burl Walnut

$15,500

19th Century Swedish Folk Art Painted Side Table with Drawer

Located in Round Top, TX

This delightful pine side table comes from the Swedish countryside and still maintains the original

Category

Late 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Used Art Tables

Materials

Pine, Paint

19th Century Swedish Folk Art Painted Side Table with Drawer

$950

Pair of Art Deco Side Tables

Located in Munich, Bavaria

This beautiful pair of side tables shows the great design of Art Deco. The side tables are made of

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21st Century and Contemporary Colombian Mid-Century Modern Used Art Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Art Deco Side Tables

$4,818 Sale Price / set

30% Off

Art Deco Parchment Dining Table, Italy, 1940

Located in Traversetolo, IT

Very rare and exceptional Art Deco parchment table, with top and base in parchment veneer, the

Category

1940s Italian Art Deco Used Art Tables

Materials

Parchment Paper

Art Deco Parchment Dining Table, Italy, 1940

$10,680

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Used Art Tables For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of used art tables is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and glass, all used art tables available were constructed with great care. There are all kinds of used art tables available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Used art tables bearing Art Deco or Art Nouveau hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Tiffany Studios, Gilbert Rohde and Emile Gallé each produced beautiful used art tables that are worth considering.

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Used art tables can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,632, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $638,555.

Questions About Used Art Tables

What is the use of mandala art?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
The use of mandala art is often spiritual. In both Buddhism and Hinduism, creating mandalas can represent how sorrow turns into joy, and the act of destroying them is a reminder of the temporary nature of all things. People who produce mandalas often find the act to be meditative and calming. On 1stDibs, find a variety of fine art from some of the world's top galleries and dealers.
What is an easel used for in art?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
An easel is an upright support used for displaying or creating art. It sits at a vertical angle of about 20°, and is used by painters and illustrators, normally standing up. An easel is also a great way to display a finished piece of work. Find a selection of easels from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What are table lamps used for?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Table lamps are often used as a reading light or for task lighting. They can also simply serve as part of a room’s decor, perhaps adding light to an area that doesn’t get any illumination from overhead lights. Shop a collection of table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is a console table used for?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Console tables serve a variety of functions. They can be used as buffets, storage units and display tables. Because they vary in size, you can use them for just about anything.
What are bistro tables used for?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Bistro tables are small round tables used for serving small meals, like breakfast or afternoon tea. Bistro tables are versatile, and are great for smaller areas such as a porch or back patio. You can shop antique and contemporary bistro tables from a variety of sellers on 1stDibs.
What are end tables used for?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
End tables typically hold lamps, coasters and other items to keep them within easy reach from the sofa or chair they are next to.
What is a sideboard table used for?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
A sideboard table is generally used for storing cutlery, napkins and other dining supplies. Sideboards have much in common with credenzas and buffet tables but they are distinct from both of those other kinds of case pieces. Shop a range of antique and vintage sideboards and other storage furniture on 1stDibs.
What was a drum table used for?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A drum table, also referred to as a rent table, is a circular table with labeled drawers. It was traditionally used by landlords to keep account of rent money with the labels displaying the days of the weeks. Due to their unique shape, drum tables are a favorite among home decor enthusiasts. Shop a selection of drum tables on 1stDibs.
What are side tables used for?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Side tables are used next to furniture like beds and couches to provide an accessible place for keeping essential items at hand. In the living room, side tables are often used to display flower arrangements, photos or books as well as to set down a drink. In the bedroom, a side table is typically populated with items like a lamp, bedtime reading material, and a charging device for a phone. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary side tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What were nesting tables used for?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Nesting tables typically consist of several different sizes of tables designed to fit underneath one another — they were initially intended to save space in the drawing room. The tables were pulled out as needed and used for playing chess, needlepoint and engaging in other leisurely activities. Shop a collection of nesting tables on 1stDibs from top sellers worldwide.
What materials were used in Art Nouveau?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
The Art Nouveau design movement used such materials as cast iron and steel, ceramic and glass. This style of architecture, design, art and jewelry was characterized by its use of long, sinuous lines that are reflected in nature.
What is rice paper used for in art?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
In art, rice paper is often used as a surface for drawing. Artists may use it to create sketches with charcoals, graphite, pastels or ink. Shop a collection of rice paper art from some of the world’s top makers and sellers on 1stDibs.
What materials are used in folk art?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Among the materials used in folk art are cloth, wood, paper, clay and metal.
Can you use a console table as a desk?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Because of their variety of sizes and range in function, console tables can easily work as a desk. Given their size and ease of mobility, a console table can be used in almost any sort of room.
Can a library table be used as a desk?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Yes, you can use a library table as a desk. In fact, many people like the spacious tops found on library tables because they usually have enough room to accommodate a computer and provide additional work space. Find a range of library tables on 1stDibs.
What can I use instead of an end table?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
You can use a number of things in place of an end table. Place a stool, chest, trunk, barrel or crate beside your sofa or chair, or use a bar cart or freestanding tray to rest a lamp and other objects on. If there is a wall nearby, you can even install a floating shelf within arm’s reach. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of living room furniture.
What do you call a table that is used for drafting?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
A table used for drafting can simply be called a drafting table. Other names for drafting tables are artist's table, drawing table and architect's table. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of drafting tables.
What were dough box tables used for?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A dough box table, also known as a bread table, was designed for making bread. The dough is placed in the wooden box to allow it to rise, then when the dough is ready to be kneaded, it can be finished on the flat top. Shop a collection of vintage dough box tables on 1stDibs.
What element of art does Frank Stella use?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
Frank Stella actually used more than one element of art. A proponent of Minimalism and non-representational abstraction, Stella was a painter, printmaker and sculptor. Considering paintings on canvas as objects in their own right, like sculptures, rather than representations, he rejected certain formal conventions, eschewing sketches and often using nontraditional materials, like house paint. Over the course of his career, his pieces became more and more three-dimensional, straddling the line between painting and sculpture. In the mid-1960s, Stella started exploring printmaking, initially working with Kenneth Tyler of Gemini G.E.L. and later installing printing equipment in his own studio. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of Frank Stella art.
What elements of art did Alexander Calder use?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
Alexander Calder used many of the elements of art when producing his works. The American sculptor is known as the father of the mobile, a moving artwork composed of delicately balanced sculptural forms suspended from the ceiling. These kinetic pieces use color, shape and space to convey a sense of unity, and the form of the art allows it to interact with its environment. Find a variety of Alexander Calder art on 1stDibs.