Federal Tables
FEDERAL STYLE
Following the Revolutionary War, the American republic referenced the Roman Republic in its designs to celebrate its independence and declare itself a powerful new country. Imbued with neoclassical elements like those being promoted by architect Robert Adam in Great Britain, antique Federal-style furniture was the first distinctly American style in its melding of ancient influences, European aesthetics and national pride.
Dating roughly from 1790 to 1830, the style featured angular furniture with saber legs and smooth surfaces that contrasted with the curvy Rococo style that was previously in fashion. Eagles were common ornamental motifs on Federal-period furniture, as were cornucopia, lyres, garlands and scrolls, adding subtle flair to pieces characterized by clean lines, geometric symmetry, balanced shapes and a sense of grandeur.
Instead of sculptural carvings, authentic Federal-style furniture was adorned with inlays and patterned veneers that showcased the rich character of different grains and types of wood. As social life tended to be informal in the young country, furniture was often lightweight, so it could be easily rearranged in a drawing room or bedroom. Pieces like dining tables with drop leaves and sideboards became popular, replacing larger chests of drawers.
The Federal style varied by region: Artisans in Charleston, South Carolina, decorated chairs with carved backs, for instance, while those in Baltimore, Maryland, preferred painted details. Its major proponents included father-and-son cabinetmakers John and Thomas Seymour in Boston, Duncan Phyfe and Charles-Honoré Lannuier in New York and Samuel McIntire in Salem, Massachusetts.
Find antique Federal tables, mirrors, storage cabinets and other Federal furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
to
20
Height
to
Width
to
Depth
to
233
237
1
26,086
19,062
5,053
3,470
1,898
1,839
1,795
1,692
1,680
1,583
1,412
979
904
835
644
554
327
146
12
103
122
1
25
30
25
1
1
2
2
3
6
1
234
171
62
60
52
198
195
9
4
2
238
238
238
12
3
3
2
2
Style: Federal
Set of 4 Elegant Tapered Legs Mahogany Federal Nesting Side End Tables MINT
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Set of 4 Elegant Tapered Legs Mahogany Federal Nesting Side End Tables MINT
Category
20th Century American Federal Tables
Materials
Mahogany
American Queen Anne Curly Maple Drop Leaf Table
Located in Bradenton, FL
A very attractive early Federal Queen Anne Curly Maple Drop leaf table with a great aged color and patina on an older refinished surface. Looks ...
Category
Late 18th Century American Antique Federal Tables
Materials
Maple
American Federal Mahogany Single Drawer Two-Tier Side Table, C. 1800s
Located in Germantown, MD
American Federal Mahogany Single Drawer Two-Tier Side Table, Circa 1800s.
Single drawer under lower tier with a 10" high clearance.New York, late 18th Century to Early 19th century.
...
Category
Late 18th Century American Antique Federal Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Banded Mahogany Tripple Pedestal Base 3 Ext. Section 157" Long Dining Table MINT
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Banded Mahogany Tripple Pedestal Base 3 Ext. Section 157" Long Dining Table MINT!
2 x 24" leaves with an extended table length of 157".
Category
20th Century American Federal Tables
Materials
Brass
Baker Banded Mahogany One Drawer Drop Leaves Pembroke End Side Lamp Table MINT!
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Baker Banded Mahogany One Drawer Drop Leaves Pembroke End Side Lamp Table MINT!
2x8” leaves with an extended table diameter of 31"
Category
20th Century American Federal Tables
Materials
Brass
American Cherry Candle Stand
Located in Buchanan, MI
Very interesting American cherry candle stand with exaggerated spider arched legs giving it a contemporary feel.
Category
19th Century American Antique Federal Tables
Materials
Cherry
Kittinger Solid Mahogany Figural Top Side End Table Stand MINT
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Kittinger Solid Mahogany Figural Top Side End Table Stand MINT
Category
20th Century American Federal Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Charak Lacquered Mahogany Banded Round Dining Table w/ 2 Leaves Inlaid Legs Mint
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Danish Mid-Century Modern solid teak pull out roll top desk drawers chair mint.
Two table leaves measuring 18''.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Federal Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Late 20th Century Federal Style Mahohany Side Table Candle Stand
Located in Germantown, MD
A Late 20th Federal Style Mahohany Side Table
Measures 14.75" in width, 14.75" in depth and stands 21.5" tall.
Category
Late 20th Century American Federal Tables
Materials
Wood
Duncan Phyfe Style Twin Pedestal Dining Table with Faux Marble Hand Painted Top
By Duncan Phyfe
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
An elegant twin pedestal Duncan Phyfe/Sheraton style dining table, the pedestals in mahogany with original brass castors, the 'D' shaped top expertly painted in a faux green veined m...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Federal Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Federal Mahogany Inlaid and Stinciled Top Accent Table
Located in Germantown, MD
X legs American Federal style side table with inlays and gold stenciling top. Good vintage condition.
Measures 22" x 22" x 28"H.
Category
Early 20th Century American Federal Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Yew Wood Drop Leaves Two Drawers Low Profile Brass Feet Desk Console Table MINT
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Yew Wood Drop Leaves Two Drawers Low Profile Brass Feet Desk Console Table MINT
2x 11" leaves with an extended table length of 63".
Category
20th Century American Federal Tables
Materials
Brass
Antique Early 19th Century American Sheraton Inlaid Cherry Table
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique early 19th century American Sheraton Inlaid cherry table
Additional information:
Materials: Cherry Wood
Color: Sienna
Period: early 19th century
Styles: American, Fede...
Category
Early 19th Century Antique Federal Tables
Materials
Wood
Antique New York Federal Period Mahogany Paw Foot Drop Leaf Table c. 1830
Located in Westfield, MA
This Antique New York Federal Period Mahogany Paw Foot Drop Leaf Table, dating to around 1830, is a stunning example of early 19th-century American craftsmanship. The solid flame mah...
Category
1830s American Antique Federal Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Flip Top Mahogany One Drawer Console Game Sofa Breakfast Top MINT
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Flip Top Mahogany One Drawer Console Game Sofa Breakfast Top MINT
Category
20th Century American Federal Tables
Materials
Mahogany
1930s American Federal Inlaid Mahogany 3-Part Banquet Table
Located in Germantown, MD
An amazing 1930s American Federal Inlaid Mahogany Three Part, 14 legs Banquet Dining Table . Measures 126" in width, 48" in depth and stands 30.5" tall. Detach this table to have two large demilune...
Category
Early 20th Century American Federal Tables
Materials
Mahogany, Satinwood
Round Mahogany Single Pedestal Drum to Duning Table w/ 2 Extension Boards Mint
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Round Mahogany Single Pedestal Drum Center Opens to Compact Dining Table w/ 2 Extension Boards Mint
2 leaves 12in x 36in each with an extended table length of 60in
Category
20th Century American Federal Tables
Materials
Brass
Federal Dining Table, Cuban Mahogany, Salem, Massachusetts, 1810
Located in Seaford, GB
Massachusetts Cuban mahogany dining table
Period: Federal
Date: 1810
Place of Manufacturer: Salem, Massachusetts
Made of: Cuban Mahogany
Conditio...
Category
Early 19th Century Antique Federal Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Southampton Mahogany Gallery Top Brass Drop Pull One-Drawer End Table Stand
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mahogany brass hardware one shelf end table nightstand.
Category
20th Century Unknown Federal Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Vintage Mahogany Oval Side Table W/ Shaped Brass Gallery Made by Baker Furniture
Located in Fort Washington, MD
Exquisite Baker Mahogany Oval Side Table with Shaped Brass Gallery, Fluted Apron, on Fluted Tapered Legs. Table has a glass
Category
Mid-20th Century American Federal Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Very Fine Mother of Pearl Decorated 24" Round Side Lamp Table Stand
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very Fine Mother of Pearl Decorated 24" Round Side Lamp Table Stand
Category
20th Century Federal Tables
Materials
Mother-of-Pearl, Mahogany
1930s American Federal Mahogany And Satinwood Inlay Drop-Leaf Dining Table
Located in Germantown, MD
For your consideration is this large drop-leaf dining table measuring 78" in width, 48" in depth and 30.5" in height. This unusual drop leaf table with comfortably accomodate 10+ peo...
Category
Early 20th Century American Federal Tables
Materials
Mahogany, Satinwood
Mid-Century Federal Turned Legs Mahogany Low Side Table Tea Table
Located in Germantown, MD
A federal style turned legs Mahogany low Side Table. Table has been recently refinished and is in very good condition. Measures 26" W x 22" D x 15" H.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Federal Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Fine Antique Mahogany Tilt Top Tripod Table
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Very well made and finished Tripod Table with fine graining, turned support with decorative spiral globe accent and traditional pad foot. Brass locking catch.
Dimensions: 19.25” di...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Federal Tables
Materials
Mahogany
c.1880s Fine One Drawer Inlayed Solid Crotch Mahogany Top Console Table MINT!
Located in Rockaway, NJ
c.1880s Fine One Drawer Inlayed Solid Crotch Mahogany Top Console Table Server Petite Desk Sideboard w/ Backsplash MINT!
Category
19th Century American Antique Federal Tables
Materials
Mahogany
American Federal Mahogany Marble Top Satinwood
Ebony Inlaid Console, C. 1790
By Thomas Seymour
Located in Charleston, SC
American Federal mahogany marble top console table with a molded edge top, carved floral corner medallions, ebony and satinwood banding, and resting on ebony inlaid tapered legs with the original brass barrel cupped casters. Console table retains the original marble top, Late 18th century. Attributed to Thomas Seymour...
Category
1790s American Antique Federal Tables
Materials
Marble
Early 18thC Pembroke Drop Leaf Side Table/Drawer
Located in Malibu, CA
18thC antique New England Pembroke drop leaf table, beautifully constructed. Featuring a long drawer, the opposite side has a faux drawer with match...
Category
18th Century American Antique Federal Tables
Materials
Cherry, Hardwood
$2,306 Sale Price
30% Off
Federal Flame Mahogany Banded Serpentine Front 6 Legged Console Table MINT!
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Federal Flame Mahogany Banded Serpentine Front 6 Legged Console Table MINT!
Category
20th Century American Federal Tables
Materials
Walnut
19th Century Ovoid Shaped Breche Violette Marble Federal Mahogany Coffee Table
Located in Lomita, CA
The novel shape and color of this Breccia marble coffee table will turn heads and transform a living or work space. This vintage Federal ovoid marble-top and inlaid mahogany or cherr...
Category
Late 19th Century American Antique Federal Tables
Materials
Breccia Marble
$1,125 Sale Price
55% Off
American Federal Two Drawer Stand In Original Red Surface 1810 - 1825
Located in Hudson, NY
A very sturdy and charming, painted two drawer stand. American Circa 1810 to 1820. Made it popular with pine secondary wood likely Northern New England, likely Maine, retains the ori...
Category
1810s American Antique Federal Tables
Materials
Pine, Poplar
Rare Early 19th Century American Baltimore Federal Parcel Gilt Writing Desk
Located in Dublin, IE
A very fine and rare early 19th century American Baltimore Federal painted writing table with fabulous parcel gilt detail throughout. The moulded to...
Category
Early 19th Century American Antique Federal Tables
Materials
Brass
American Cherry Tilt-Top Candle Stand
Located in Savannah, GA
An American cherry spider leg tilt-top candle stand, early 19th century.
top measures 17 by 22 inches
28 ¼ inches tall; 40 inches tall upright
Category
Mid-19th Century American Antique Federal Tables
Materials
Cherry
Vintage Sheridan Federal Style Mahogany Wood Tilt Top Accent Side Tea Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Sheridan Federal Style Mahogany Wood Tilt Top Accent Side Tea Table. Item features a round tilting top, tripod pedestal base, solid wood construction. Circa Mid 20th Century....
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Federal Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Baker Williamsburg Colonial 8839 Mahogany Federal Inlay Extension Dining Table B
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Baker Williamsburg Colonial (Pattern 8839) Mahogany Federal Style Banded Extension Dining Table (B). Item features a (3) 18" skirted leaves,...
Category
Late 20th Century Federal Tables
Materials
Brass
Antique Heriringbone folding Table
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
This is a beautiful example of a master furniture maker. The inlay is on both sides of this table that opens up to a 38 inch round table with a sli...
Category
Mid-19th Century Antique Federal Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Early American Stenciled Tiger Maple Pole Screen
Located in Savannah, GA
Mahogany and maple pole screen on a tripod base featuring a center urn, adjustable brass slide and a lead weighted bottom. Stenciled floral motif on screen...
Category
Early 1800s American Antique Federal Tables
Materials
Maple
$1,002 Sale Price
56% Off
Banded Oval Racetrack Shape Carved Double Pedestal Burl Walnut 13
Long Dining
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Banded Oval Racetrack Shape Carved Double Pedestal Burl Walnut 13' Long Dining Conference Table MINT!
Category
20th Century American Federal Tables
Materials
Mahogany, Walnut
Crotch Mahogany Pie Crust Turned Tripod Base Brass Claw Feet Lamp Table MINT
By Drexel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Crotch Mahogany Pie Crust Turned Tripod Base Brass Claw Feet Lamp Side Center Occasional Table MINT!
Category
20th Century American Federal Tables
Materials
Mahogany
19th century American Tripod Table
Located in Savannah, GA
Unusual rectangular shaped. American tripod table with original working mechanism. The exquisitely grained top is one piece of mahogany and shape...
Category
1810s American Antique Federal Tables
Materials
Mahogany
$998 Sale Price
60% Off
American Mahogany Drop Leaf Barley Twist Work Table with Orig. Brasses, C. 1815
Located in Charleston, SC
American Federal Mahogany drop leaf three drawer work table with incised carvings, original circular foliage brasses, key hole escutcheons, ...
Category
1810s American Antique Federal Tables
Materials
Brass
Kittinger Double Pedestal SOLID Mahogany 1x24" Extension Board Leaf MINT!
By Kittinger
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Kittinger Double Pedestal Solid Mahogany 1x24" Extension Board Leaf MINT!
1x 24" leaf with an extended table length of 104".
Category
20th Century American Federal Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Federal Tilt-Top Candlestand Table
Located in Mt Kisco, NY
Federal walnut tilt-top candlestand. The rectangular cut-corner top on vase and ring-turned support and tripod base of shaped legs.
Category
Early 19th Century American Antique Federal Tables
Materials
Walnut
Near-Pair Set of American Federal Card Tables
Located in New York, NY
A set of two Federal mahogany folding card tables. Handcrafted circa 1825. They are a near-identical pair with the legs varying slightly in...
Category
1820s American Antique Federal Tables
Materials
Mahogany
$4,800 / set
Antique Federal Mahogany Work Table for Restoration
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An antique Federal mahogany worktable with lower tier, two drawers with later brass pulls with Lion motif, well carved spiral twist legs and the whole resting upon brass casters. Lac...
Category
19th Century Antique Federal Tables
Materials
Brass
Baker Williamsburg Colonial 8839 Mahogany Federal Inlay Extension Dining Table A
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Baker Williamsburg Colonial (Pattern 8839) Mahogany Federal Style Banded Extension Dining Table (A). Item features (3) 18" skirted leaves,...
Category
Late 20th Century Federal Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Vintage Baker Furniture Federal Style Inlaid Tea Side Table
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Baker Furniture Federal Style
Inlaid Tea Side Table
Circa End 20th Century
Dimensions
H 30"
W 38"
D 24"
Category
20th Century Unknown Federal Tables
Materials
Wood
Large Rectangle Round Corners Flip Top Dining Breakfast Table Rosewood Banding
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Large Rectangle Round Corners Flip Top Dining Breakfast Table Rosewood Banding Over Mahogany MINT!
Category
20th Century American Federal Tables
Materials
Brass
American Federal Mahogany Compartmentalized Hinged Work Table, VA Circa 1810
Located in Charleston, SC
American Federal mahogany work table with a hinged top revealing two flanking compartments, deep centered reeded front drawer with original...
Category
1810s American Antique Federal Tables
Materials
Brass
Pair of Chabby Chic White Painted Three Drawers Nightstands Lamp Tables
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of distressed vintage weathered look nightstands. Brass pulls.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Federal Tables
Materials
Mahogany
American Mahogany and Cherry Stenciled Gilt Hinged Game Table, PA. Circa 1810
Located in Charleston, SC
American Federal mahogany and cherry hinged game table with a one board top, central carved floral basket, stenciled gilt turned ringed center column, and resting on scrolled acanthu...
Category
1810s American Antique Federal Tables
Materials
Brass
Oval Light Burl Wood Banded Inlayed Federal Style Center Coffee Table MINT!
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Oval Light Burl Wood Honey Amber Tone Banded Inlayed Federal Style Center Coffee Table MINT!
Category
20th Century American Federal Tables
Materials
Burl
An Early Federal Mahogany and Satinwood Game Table
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A beautiful federal period game table with nicely shaped top. The flame mahogany, with graceful satinwood inlay with hand carved capitols over the tapered fluted legs. The table wi...
Category
Early 1800s American Antique Federal Tables
Materials
Mahogany, Satinwood
American Federal Mahogany Bow Front One-Drawer Server with Brass Pulls. C.1810
Located in Charleston, SC
American Federal mahogany bow front one-drawer server with a one board top, original brass floral pulls and escutcheon, and resting on the original turned bulbous ringed legs, Early ...
Category
1810s American Antique Federal Tables
Materials
Brass
Set of Burl Wood Oval Nesting Tables by Baker
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Set of oval Baker nesting stacking side end lamp tables stands.
Category
20th Century American Federal Tables
Materials
Burl
$1,600 / set
American Federal Maple Candlestand
Located in Essex, MA
Circular fixed top with umbrella shaped inlay of exotic woods. Turned support with tripod splayed legs.
Category
1820s American Antique Federal Tables
Materials
Maple
19th Century American cherry one drawer stand with turned legs and feet
Located in Richmond, VA
Great little 19th Century American cherry one drawer stand with turned legs, feet and 2 board top
Category
19th Century American Antique Federal Tables
Materials
Cherry
Vintage Federal Style X Stretcher One Drawer End Table by Stickley
Located in Westfield, MA
A beautifully crafted vintage Federal style one-drawer end table by Stickley, featuring a cross-stretcher base and elegant pierced corner brackets. The table is made from richly grai...
Category
Late 20th Century Federal Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Late Federal Parquetry Candlestand
Located in Essex, MA
Circular top veneered with geometric kaleidoscope inlays. Banded edge and turned support ending on three S-scroll legs. Provenance: Estate of Michael Kittredge.
Category
1830s American Antique Federal Tables
Materials
Mahogany, Rosewood, Satinwood
Federal tables for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Federal tables for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage tables created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include tables, case pieces and storage cabinets, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, mahogany and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Federal tables made in a specific country, there are North America, United States, and Unknown pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original tables, popular names associated with this style include Baker Furniture Company, Kindel Furniture, Beacon Hill, and Biggs Furniture. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for tables differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $495 and tops out at $56,000 while the average work can sell for $2,825.
More Ways To Browse
Rattan Wrapped Dining Table
Robert Strahan
Root Wood Stand
Saloon Furniture
Scandinavian Tripod Table
Solid Rock Maple
Table Top Bar Cabinet
Teak Illums Bolighus
Vintage Gutter
Yacht Table
Aluminum Woodard Table
Antique Cutting Tools
Antique Revolving Book Table
Antique Ring Tree
Antique Table Greece
Blue Agate Table
Carved Wood Griffins
Cherry Server