Question 1

What is a wing chair used for?

Accepted Answer

A wing chair is another name for a wingback chair, which features long armchair protrusions that were initially designed to shield the chair’s occupant from the drafts and intense heat radiating from a fireplace. It has a long backrest with sides at the top that point out like wings. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of antique and vintage wingback chairs.

Question 2

How can you tell Red Wing pottery?

Accepted Answer

To tell Red Wing pottery, first look for the maker's mark. Red Wing used both a maple leaf and a wing to mark many of its pieces. However, some of its pottery was unmarked. Identifying these items usually requires knowing the characteristics of Red Wing pottery, such as the white glaze, salt glaze or brown slip. Because it can take experience to determine the maker of pottery that lacks maker's markings, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer assist you. Explore a range of Red Wing pottery on 1stDibs.

Question 3

What is the difference between a club chair and a wing chair?

Accepted Answer

Shape is the main difference between a club chair and a wing chair. Normally, a wing chair has a tall back that wraps inwards, making it look as if a pair of wings frames the chair. Club chairs tend to be lower, boxier and flanked by wide arms. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of club chairs and wing chairs.

Question 4

How much is a 12-gallon Red Wing crock worth?

Accepted Answer

How much a 12-gallon Red Wing crock is worth will vary. Often, crocks of this size produced by Red Wing fetch between $100 and $500. However, the value of your crock will depend on its age, style, condition and other factors. For assistance with the valuation process, use the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Red Wing pottery.

Question 5

How much is a 40-gallon Red Wing crock worth?

Accepted Answer

How much a 40-gallon Red Wing crock is worth varies. Many are worth between $500 and $1,000. However, potential selling prices depend on the age, style and condition of your crock. If you'd like an expert opinion on your piece, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Red Wing pottery.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 13

Are end tables taller than coffee tables?

Accepted Answer

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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Question 14

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 19

What is a smoker’s table?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 20

What is a cocktail table?

Accepted Answer

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.

Table With Wings

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French Round Dining Table with Wings, 1900

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French Wooden Nesting Table with Wings and Two Drawers, 1920s

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Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Side Tables

Spanish Wing Table in Walnut, 1930s

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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

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Extending Table with Wings Signed Edsby Verken

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Red Lacquer Altar / Console Table

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Ancient Mahogany Table, United Kingdom, Early 1800s

Early 20th Century French French Provincial Console Tables

Dining Table with Folding Wings

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dining Room Tables

Vintage table with folding wings

Vintage 1980s French Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

1982 Coffee Table Alain Chervet Eagle with Wings in the Spread Wings Open

Antique 19th Century French Art Nouveau Desks and Writing Tables

Art Nouveau Desk with Wings

Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Round Scandinavian Vintage Oakwood Foldable Dining Table with Side Wings, 1970s

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1970 Lamp Butterfly Signed Fernandes Honoré with Wings with Agates

Vintage 1970s French Space Age Coffee and Cocktail Tables

1970 Coffee Table Butterfly in the Style of Duval Brasseur with Wings Agates

Vintage 1970s French Space Age Table Lamps

1970 Eagle Lamp with Deployed Wings in Bronze and Purple Mica Signed I Faure

Vintage 1960s French Brutalist Table Lamps

1970′ Eagle Lamp with Spread Wings I Faure for Honoré or D Brasseur or Fernandez

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Scandinavian Modern Hand-Carved Surrealist Adjustable Insect Table

Early 20th Century American Side Tables

Carved American Mahogany Side Table

Early 20th Century French End Tables

Early 20th Century French Side Table in Rosewood

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables