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Rare Aluminum Drafting Table
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
This elegant drafting table is made of aluminum and wood and rather light. It was created and made
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Vintage 1920s Belgian Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Metal

Rare Aluminum Drafting Table
Rare Aluminum Drafting Table
H 47.25 in W 47.25 in D 31.5 in
Vintage Architect Drafting Table, circa 1940
Located in Napa, CA
Vintage metal and wood architect's or drafting table. Tubular steel with wood tabletop, circa 1940
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Vintage 1940s Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Wood

Pair of Industrial Metal Drafting Table Lamps
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
Very cool pair of Industrial metal drafting table lamps, rewired.
Category

Vintage 1950s American Industrial Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Vintage Adjustable Hamilton Drafting Table / Desk
Located in Oakville, CT
Vintage Drafting Table by Hamilton Manufacturing Co. Top Dimensions: 38 1/2" x 72" x 37" high
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Mid-20th Century American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Oak

Marcel Bauer Draft Table, Mid 20th Century
Located in Praha, CZ
Marcel Bauer draft table, min 20th century, made in Germany Made of chrome and wood. Repolished
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Side Tables

Materials

Chrome

Marcel Bauer Draft Table, Mid 20th Century
Marcel Bauer Draft Table, Mid 20th Century
H 27.96 in W 27.17 in D 18.51 in
Vintage Adjustable Top Oak Drafting Table
Located in Pasadena, TX
This is a vintage drafting table from the early 20th century. It's made of solid oak and has
Category

20th Century American Arts and Crafts Game Tables

Materials

Felt, Oak

Vintage Drafting Table, Early 20th Century, FR-0114
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Vintage Drafting Table, Early 20th Century. Item #: FR-0114 Dimensions: 59"W X 32.875"D X 44”H
Category

Early 20th Century Tables

Materials

Iron

Antique Architect's Drafting Table Keuffel & Esser Company
By Keuffel and Esser Co. 1
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Vintage Architect's Drafting Table Keuffel & Esser Company Unmarked attributed to German company
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Illuminated Adjustable Drafting Table, 1950s USA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Incredible industrial grade light box drafting table. Extremely heavy and well made in the US
Category

Vintage 1950s American Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Metal

19th Century Adjustable Drafting Table in Cast Iron
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
We offer this 19th century adjustable drafting table in cast iron. The top of the table are
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Vintage 1920s American Industrial Tables

Materials

Iron

Antique Keuffel & Esser Drafting Table With Iron Base
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Antique Keuffel & Esser Drafting Table with Iron Base.. this table goes from 30 inches tall to 38
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Iron

Large Industrial Cherry Drafting Table Cast Iron Pedestal Base
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Large, Industrial drafting table features a cherry top with cast iron, pedestal base that is height
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Iron

Lampada Ministero Architects Drafting Table Swiveling Clamp Lamp
Located in Hanover, MA
Very uncommon articulating and swiveling clamp mounted drafting table lamp produced by Lampada
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Brass, Steel

Original Keuffel and Esser Drafting Table
By Keuffel and Esser Co. 1
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This impressive drafting table boasts a signature X- shape iron base, perfect for use as a standing
Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Furniture

Materials

Iron

Cast Iron Drafting Table by A. Hoffman Co. 1910 Rochester, NY
By A. Hoffman Co.
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
1910 drafting table by A. Hoffman Co. blackened cast iron and steel with wood. Stamped "Peerless
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Antique Early 1900s American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Iron

Pivoting Drafting Table, Blackened Steel and Smoked Glass, by Force/Collide
By Force/Collide
Located in Seattle, WA
creatives in mind, the Pivoting Drafting Table is modern, minimal and sleek. It features a satin black oxide
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2010s American Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Bronze, Steel, Cut Steel, Iron

Walnut Drafting Table Adjustable Lift and Tilt Steel Base
Located in Baltimore, MD
Handcrafted in Baltimore. This Marabu inspired, custom-crafted drafting table is a fully functional
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2010s American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Vintage Anco Bilt Folding Solid Wood Industrial Drafting Table Writing Desk
By Anco Bilt
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Anco Bilt Folding Solid Wood Industrial Drafting Table Writing Desk. Circa Mid 20th Century
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

19th Century Adjustable Drafting Table in Cast Iron with Rare Skull Painting
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
We offer this 19th century adjustable drafting table in cast iron with amazing skull painting on
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Vintage 1920s American Industrial Tables

Materials

Iron

Oak French Industrial Drafting Table Desk Tilt Steel Base
Located in Baltimore, MD
The Oak Top French Industrial Drafting Table is a thoughtfully designed and expertly crafted piece
Category

2010s American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Antique 19th Century Architect's Mahogany Pedestal Desk Drafting Table 1870
Located in Portland, OR
A good and unusual 19th century antique mahogany pedestal architect's drafting table, desk, circa
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Antique 1870s English Victorian Desks

Materials

Mahogany

Drafting Table and Utility Cart, Blackened Steel and Gray Glass by Force/Collide
By Force/Collide
Located in Seattle, WA
creatives in mind, the Drafting Table and Utility Cart duo is modern, minimal and sleek. It features a satin
Category

2010s American Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal, Bronze, Steel, Cut Steel, Sheet Metal

Wim Rietveld + Friso Kramer "Reply" Drafting Table for Ahrend de Cirkel
By Wim Rietveld, Ahrend de Cirkel, Friso Kramer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wim Rietveld "Reply" drafting table. The hinging mechanism was a collaborative design with Wim
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Vintage Cast Iron & Oak Articulating Tripod Base Drafting Table , TILT / SWIVEL
By Keuffel and Esser Co. 1
Located in Buffalo, NY
Antique Keuffel & Esser Drafting Table with Iron Base.. Adjustable height from 30 inches tall to 38
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Iron

Antique American Industrial Small Drafting Table Work Desk Cast Iron Solid Wood
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique American industrial small drafting table work desk cast iron hardware solid wood. Item
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Mid-20th Century North American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

Vintage F. Weber Co Pine Wood and Cast Iron Adjustable Drafting Table Desk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage F. Weber Co. Oak, Pine, and Cast Iron Adjustable Drafting Table. Item features a desirable
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Early 20th Century Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Iron

Wim Rietveld + Friso Kramer "Reply" Drafting Table for Ahrend de Cirkel
By Ahrend de Cirkel, Wim Rietveld, Friso Kramer
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century "Reply" drafting table with adjustable top, the result of a collaboration between Wim
Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

19th Century French Walnut Drafting Table or Standing Desk with Maker’s Label
By E. Chouanard
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This late nineteenth century French walnut adjustable architect’s drafting table features the
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Antique Late 19th Century French Tray Tables

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Doehler Metal Furniture Co Adjustable Medical Dental Work Drafting Table
By Doehler Metal Furniture Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Doehler Metal Furniture Co adjustable medical dental work drafting table. Item features
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Antique 19thC Emile Chouanard French Walnut Lectern Drafting Table Easel
By E. Chouanard
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique circa 1870s drafting table or lecturn manufactured by Emile Chouanard, the director of the
Category

Antique 1870s Victorian Music Stands

Materials

Walnut

Drafting Table Base with Marble Top
Located in Sheffield, MA
Antique adjustable tilt-top table with gold gilt cast iron clawfoot base. The original wood top has
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Carrara Marble, Iron

Vintage Industrial Anco Bilt Cast Iron and Oak Drafting Table with Steel Surface
By Anco Bilt
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Industrial drafting table/desk in oak with steel surface, fully adjustable via cast iron hinges
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Vintage 1940s American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Cut Steel, Iron

Charles Bruning Adjustable Industrial Drafting Table Desk Base
Located in Fort Collins, CO
olive drab green paint. This table is missing its top and is in "as found" condition. It is up to you
Category

Vintage 1940s American Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Steel

Mid Century Drafting Table by Anco C1940 Oak & Maple
By Anco Bilt
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Great size and construction using oak for the base and maple for the top. Iron adjustment hardware all in very good condition with age related wear. No abuse. Height reaches 44inches...
Category

Vintage 1940s American Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Iron

19th Century Adjustable Drafting Table on Cast Iron Base
Located in Sheffield, MA
Antique adjustable tilt-top table with cast iron base with painted wood work or table surface that
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Metal

Louis Baldinger Brass Articulating British Drafting Table Desk Lamp! Rare!
By Louis Baldinger & Sons
Located in Peoria, AZ
LOUIS BALDINGER BRASS ARTICULATING DRAFTING LAMP EXQUISITE! CLEAN ALL ORIGINAL! Dimensions: 20
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Black Enameled Metal and Chrome Herda Drafting Table Lamp
By Herda
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century Herda table lamp with chrome hardware and black enameled metal shade. This lamp is
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Chrome

American Victorian Wooden Drafting Table with Iron Base
Located in Queens, NY
American Victorian wood tilt top adjustable drafting architects table desk with a tripod iron base.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Desks

Materials

Wood

C1960, Maple Adjustable Drafting Art Industrial Table
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Well constructed maple drafting table from the sixties. Reaches a hgt of 41.5 and a low of 30.5
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Vintage 1960s American Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century, Italian, Grey Enameled Drafting Lamp by Tecnolampada
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian drafting table lamp by Tecnolampada with original manufacturer tag. Swivel and tilting head
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Industrial Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Rico and Rosemary Baltensweiler Articulated Table Lamp 1960 Black Metal Chrome
By Rosemarie & Rico Baltensweiler
Located in Vienna, AT
Rico and Rosemary Baltensweiler Articulated Swiss table lamp, 1960. Architect midcentury drafting
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Chrome, Aluminum, Metal

1940s Articulating Clamp Lamp for Table Desk Oak Wood
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents 1940s Clamp Desk Lamp for Drafting Table Adjustable and Articulating 30 tall
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Oak

Lexington's Palmer Home Collection Mahogany Tooled Leather Drafting Desk W/ Tray
By Lexington Furniture 1
Located in Germantown, MD
Leather Slant Top Drafting Desk, drafting table with brass feet support and pull-out trays. Large storage
Category

Late 20th Century American Regency Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Italian Chrome and Formed Birch Plywood Artist Drafting Work Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Artist's drafting table work stool featuring a chromed steel base and formed birch plywood seat
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Stools

Materials

Chrome

Walnut Butch Block Tilt Drafting Desk Standing Height table
Located in Baltimore, MD
industrial drafting table may be understated in its description, but it is sure to make a lasting impression
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2010s American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel

Antique Industrial Adjustable Cast Iron Drawing Easel Table
By Washburn Shops 1
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This antique, industrial, artist rendering easel or drafting table features a 24 x 22 inch, solid
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Early 20th Century American Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Iron

Paolo Parigi
By Giovanni Paolo Panini
Located in London, Lambeth
Drafting table or desk. Designed by Paolo Parigi for Heron Parigi, 1975 Italy. Structure in black
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Metal

Paolo Parigi
Paolo Parigi
H 38.19 in W 39.38 in D 31.89 in
Antique Mahogany Georgian Architect's Drafting Drawing Desk Table Chest 1780
Located in Portland, OR
allowing the sitter to work, the top having a drafting table that has an easel support to place the top at
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Antique Mid-18th Century English George II Desks

Materials

Mahogany

Hemm Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Hemm Desk is a contemporary design inspired by the classic drafting table of the Mid-Century
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Desks and Wri...

Materials

Ash, Oak, Walnut

Hemm Desk
Hemm Desk
H 33.25 in W 60 in D 30 in
Rolling Utility Cart, Blackened Hot Rolled Steel, Customizable, by Force/Collide
By Force/Collide
Located in Seattle, WA
This Rolling Utility Cart, originally designed to be paired with our Drafting Table, is versatile
Category

2010s American Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Cut Steel, Sheet Metal, Iron, Steel, Metal

Antique Slant-Front Drafting Desk Writing Table
Located in Forney, TX
A rare and exceptionally inlaid antique slant-front drafting desk. circa 1900 Hand-crafted in the
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Early 20th Century Louis XVI Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Felt, Ebony, Burl, Rosewood, Palisander, Maple, Mahogany, Kingwood

Midcentury Drafting Desk
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1970's American drafting desk veneered in bronze and nickel-plated plates. Opening top and
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Vintage 1960s American Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Bronze, Nickel

Midcentury Drafting Desk
Midcentury Drafting Desk
H 36 in W 61.25 in D 28.5 in
Industrial Modern Wrought Iron Tilt Top Drafting Desk / Table
By Jorge A. Marien
Located in East Freetown, MA
Extraordinary modern wrought iron and glass tilt top drafting desk/table. Glass top is framed by
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21st Century and Contemporary Central Asian Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Iron

Very Rare Antique Biedermeier Walnut Architect's Drawing Table, Commode or Chest
Located in Lisse, NL
desk, a drafting table, a folio stand or as a standing desk. The walnut veneer that was used has some
Category

Antique 19th Century European Biedermeier Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Brass

Antique French Art Nouveau Scroll Wrought Iron Wood Top Drafting Work Table
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique French Art Nouveau scrolling wrought iron wood top 42" drafting work table. Item features a
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Wrought Iron

"One United Nations Indivisible, " Stunning, Original Painting for UN Poster
Located in Philadelphia, PA
overlapping with a man at work at his drafting table. In the distance workers are assembling the steel
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Paintings

Materials

Gouache

Antique Industrial Cast Iron Drafting / Drawing Table by Keuffel and Esser Co. 1
By Keuffel and Esser Co. 1
Located in Buffalo, NY
1920s American eagle drawing table by Keuffel & Esser Co. Overall dimensions: 32″ x 51″ Height
Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Steel, Iron

Mid-Century Herda Black Enameled Metal and Chrome Draft Lamp
Located in Pasadena, CA
This Mid-Century Draft Lamp features a black enameled metal body and chrome accents. Its height
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum, Steel, Chrome

Dazor 2324 Industrial Desk Drafting Architect Work Articulating Lamp, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
A spectacular vintage original circa Dazor 2324 Industrial desk drafting work lamp flourescent
Category

Vintage 1950s American Industrial Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Metallic Thread

Important Vladimir Kagan Rosewood Brass Dresser, Desk Unit, 1950s
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Culver City, CA
Kagan's pens. The unit has an attached drafting table with a drawer that features a multi-level adjusting
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Brass

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Drafting Tables For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of drafting tables available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct drafting tables — often made from metal, wood and iron — can elevate any home. There are 371 antique and vintage drafting tables for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 2 modern editions to choose from as well. Drafting tables have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Drafting tables made by Industrial designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Many drafting tables are appealing in their simplicity, but Wim Rietveld, Ahrend de Cirkel and Friso Kramer produced popular drafting tables that are worth a look.

How Much are Drafting Tables?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,780, while they’re typically $250 on the low end and $26,000 highest priced.
Questions About Drafting Tables
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The best drawing table is one that is versatile, adjustable, and made of high-quality materials. There is a variety of drafting table styles and designs to choose from — it's all a matter of personal preference. Four-post and pedestal drafting tables are considered to be far more durable than fold-away tables. Larger top sizes are available with respect to these tables, but they are often more expensive. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and antique drafting tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Whether or not drafting tables are good for artists is largely a matter of personal opinion. Artists may find it more comfortable to use one for long sessions of illustrating and drawing. In addition, some artists appreciate that the tables keep their work secure. Find a range of drafting tables on 1stDibs.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether or not drafting tables are adjustable for height depends on their design. Standard tables feature fixed tops. Height adjustability is an extra feature added to some models to improve utility. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of drafting tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, many architects still use drafting tables. Although much of architectural design involves computer-aided drafting, many professionals still prefer to draw by hand. Artists may also purchase drafting tables for producing illustrations and sketches. Find a collection of drafting tables on 1stDibs.