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Antique Dining Table
Dining tables from French farm tables to extending mahogany tables.
Tables & Consoles · Indicative US retail $800–$10,000
At a glance
- Family: Tables & Consoles
- Periods most often found: Louis Philippe tables date from 1830 to 1850; Henri II and Louis XV revival tables from 1870 to 1930; farm tables from the 18th to the 20th century.
- Typical price: about $2,500; range $800 to $10,000 and more for exceptional pieces
- What drives value: Length, leaves, wood, untouched top
What it is
The dining table is the heart of the French country house. Antique dining tables include extending mahogany and walnut tables, Louis Philippe round tables with leaves, and rustic farm tables. Many have hidden extensions or removable leaves.
How to identify and date it
Wear on stretchers, pegged joints and plank tops indicate age. Check that leaves match the table in wood and color; a table without its leaves may still be useful. Extension mechanisms should run smoothly.
Periods and styles
Louis Philippe tables date from 1830 to 1850; Henri II and Louis XV revival tables from 1870 to 1930; farm tables from the 18th to the 20th century.
How much is it worth?
On the US retail market, most antique dining table examples ask around $2,500. Simple or worn pieces start near $800, while documented, signed or exceptional examples can pass $10,000. The main value drivers are: length, leaves, wood, untouched top. These are indicative ranges, not an appraisal; see our price guide for French antiques for the method.
Questions buyers ask: antique oak dining table value; antique mahogany dining table value; antique oak round pedestal dining table value. The answer depends on the points below, which are worth checking before you compare prices.
Before you buy
- Count leaves
- Test extension
- Measure seating
- Inspect the top
- Check the base for stability
Living with it
A long table sets the tone for convivial meals; mix chairs for a relaxed look.
How we write these guides: identification notes are general guidance written by French Country; a style name, a region or a resemblance does not by itself date or attribute a piece. Price ranges are indicative US retail asking prices for antique and vintage examples in sound condition (dealers, specialist marketplaces and auctions), estimated and rounded as of November 2026; check recent sold results before relying on a figure. They are not appraisals or offers to buy or sell: condition, provenance and documentation can move a value far outside the range. For insurance, estates or sales, ask an independent, qualified appraiser for a written valuation.