Why are console tables so low?

Console tables are not low. Typically, consoles are about the height of a desk but are much narrower. As a result, they work well against walls and can be used to hold lamps and decorative objects. While modern console tables commonly feature four legs, you can still find the two-legged variety, which is ideal for nestling behind the sofa. Some also feature shelves for display and storage space or cabinet doors and drawers for hiding clutter. Find vintage console tables 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.

Who invented the coffee table?

No one knows for sure who invented the coffee table. The earliest examples of the occasional table can be traced back to Victorian-era Britain. At that time, makers like William Watt and Collinson and Lock were producing coffee tables in large quantities.Notably, F. Stuart Foote, the designer behind the American Imperial Furniture Company, claimed to have invented the coffee table in the early 20th century. He stated that he did so by cutting down the legs of a dining table. However, it's unlikely that Foote is the actual inventor of the coffee table, as books describing coffee tables existed in the UK a decade before his birth in 1872.Shop a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

Is an ottoman a coffee table?

Typically, an ottoman is not a coffee table. An ottoman is a small cushioned seat without a back or arm rests. You can shop a collection of vintage and contemporary ottomans from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What size should a coffee table be?

A coffee table should generally be two-thirds as long as the sofa it stands in front of and around the same height as the sofa’s seat cushions.

Why is it called a coffee table?

Coffee tables were originally used in living spaces during social gatherings to support a tray containing multiple mugs, a coffee pot, creamers and sugar bowls. Low to the ground and centrally located in the space, coffee tables reduced the host or hostess’s need to constantly stand and serve her guests.

Are end tables taller than coffee tables?

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.Find all kinds of antique and vintage tables on 1stDibs.

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

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.

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

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.

How tall should a lamp be on a console table?

A lamp for a console table should be between 25 and 32 inches tall. The table lamp ’s shade shouldn’t exceed half the width of the console table.You’ll find that when it comes to arranging wall art , a decorator might suggest that the space on the wall above a console table is a great place for a large painting or a wall sculpture . In that case, you may wish to use a taller lamp for the table. If your table is smaller in scale or if you have a small mirror hanging on the wall above the console, you may wish to opt for a shorter lamp.Find vintage table lamps for sale on 1stDibs.

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.

Should a console table be taller than a couch?

A console table should not be taller than a couch . Much like a sofa table, a console table is placed against the back of a sofa and should be the same height as the sofa.

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

The main difference between a console and a sofa table is that a console can be placed anywhere in the home (against a wall in a hallway or under a television in the living room) and a sofa table is limited to being behind a sofa.

How wide should a console table be in an entryway?

In an entryway, a console table should typically be around 10 to 16 inches wide. Tables of this width should still allow plenty of clearance so people can easily walk by the table. You may see manufacturers refer to the width of consoles as depth. On 1stDibs, shop a range of console tables.

Do end tables need to match coffee table?

End tables and coffee tables do not need to match. Nevertheless it can be nice to have a similar color scheme or have one set of end tables match and perhaps have the coffee table match a TV stand.

How do you stack books on a coffee table?

To stack books on a coffee table, place the largest one on the bottom with the spine facing the focal piece of furniture, usually the sofa. Then, add the next largest, lining up the inner edges so that the spines create a stepped effect. Continue adding books to complete the stack and top it off with a decorative object if you wish. Shop a variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

How big should a coffee table be for a sectional?

How big a coffee table for a sectional should be depends on the dimensions of the sectional. For a balanced look, a coffee table should be roughly two-thirds of the length of the sofa portion of a sofa and chaise sectional. If you have an L-shaped sofa, the coffee table should be around two-thirds of the length of each arm. Find a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

Should a coffee table be lower than a couch?

Yes, a coffee table should generally be lower than a couch. However, the top of the table should only be slightly lower than the couch to maintain a balanced look. A good rule of thumb is to choose a table no more than one inch shorter than your sofa's seat height. Explore a large collection of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

What is the average height of a coffee table?

The average height of a coffee table is around 16 to 18 inches. Designers typically choose this height to create a balance between coffee tables and sofas. The average seat height of sofas is 17 to 18 inches, and experts typically recommend that coffee tables be no more than 1 inch shorter than sofa-seat height. Explore a diverse assortment of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

What is the best coffee table for a sectional?

The best coffee table for a sectional can be a round coffee table, particularly with respect to U-shaped sectionals. The circular design creates a sense of balance in small spaces and renders it easy for guests to move to and fro, especially when surrounded by chairs. Find a collection of antique and vintage coffee tables on 1stDibs today.

Coffee Table And Console Table

Category

2010s French Modern Console Tables

Materials

Marble, Metal

Nero Marble Star Console Table by Olivier Gagnère

H 33.47 in W 43.31 in D 16.54 in

Carrara Marble Star Console Table by Olivier Gagnère

Located in Geneve, CH

base. The Star collection by French designer Olivier Gagnère is a line of coffee tables and console

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2010s French Modern Console Tables

Materials

Marble, Carrara Marble, Metal

Carrara Marble Star Console Table by Olivier Gagnère

H 33.47 in W 43.31 in D 16.54 in

Round Carrara Star Coffee Table by Olivier Gagnère

Located in Geneve, CH

collection by French designer Olivier Gagnère is a line of coffee tables and console tables in the spirit of

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2010s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Carrara Marble, Metal

Round Carrara Star Coffee Table by Olivier Gagnère

H 13.78 in Dm 35.44 in

Round Nero Marquina Star Coffee Table by Olivier Gagnère

Located in Geneve, CH

collection by French designer Olivier Gagnère is a line of coffee tables and console tables in the spirit of

Category

2010s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Metal

Round Nero Marquina Star Coffee Table by Olivier Gagnère

H 13.78 in Dm 35.44 in

Nero Marble Star Coffee Table by Olivier Gagnère

Located in Geneve, CH

designer Olivier Gagnère is a line of coffee tables and console tables in the spirit of Decorative Arts

Category

2010s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Metal

Nero Marble Star Coffee Table by Olivier Gagnère

H 13.78 in W 49.22 in D 27.56 in

Gold Carrara Marble Star Coffee Table by Olivier Gagnère

Located in Geneve, CH

collection by French designer Olivier Gagnère is a line of coffee tables and console tables in the spirit of

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2010s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Carrara Marble, Metal

Gold Carrara Marble Star Coffee Table by Olivier Gagnère

H 13.78 in W 49.22 in D 27.56 in

Set of Sestante Black Glass Coffee Table and Console

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

of Sestante Black glass coffee table and console. Furniture collection of rigorous and essential

Category

2010s Italian Modern Console Tables

Materials

Glass

Set of Sestante Black Glass Coffee Table and Console

H 14.18 in W 59.06 in D 39.38 in

American Of Martinsville Console Coffee Table Media Cabinet

By American of Martinsville

Located in Brooklyn, NY

13.5 inches wide. It's also a great low coffee table with storage or a deep storage bench. It features

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Brass

American Of Martinsville Console Coffee Table Media Cabinet

H 12.75 in W 54.25 in D 18.75 in

Oto Console Table

By Design Institute America, Kaizo Oto

Located in New York, NY

Iconic Post Modern design console table by Kaizo Oto for the Design Institute America, circa 1980's

Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Console Tables

Materials

Steel

Oto Console Table

H 27.5 in W 48 in D 14 in

Rustic Adirondack Twig Branch Stand Cabin Console Coffee Table

Located in Clifton Forge, VA

This is a really great, craftsman made Adirondack table that would work as a low console table or a

Category

Early 20th Century American Adirondack Console Tables

Materials

Wood

Rustic Adirondack Twig Branch Stand Cabin Console Coffee Table

H 22.5 in W 36 in D 20.5 in

Virginia Console Table

Located in Paris, FR

Console Table Virginia with structure in solid mahogany wood, hand-carved mahogany wood base in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Console Tables

Materials

Gold Leaf

Virginia Console Table

H 35.44 in W 78.75 in D 19.69 in

Art Deco style solid walnut console table by Beaumont & Fletcher

By Beaumont and Fletcher

Located in London, GB

Handcrafted from solid walnut, Beaumont & Fletcher's Duke console table is an example of fine

Category

2010s British Art Deco Console Tables

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Art Deco style solid walnut console table by Beaumont & Fletcher

H 16.93 in W 43.31 in D 24.02 in

1960s Console Table

Located in Cathedral City, CA

Coffee table or desk table with brass, chrome base and glass top in the style of Paul Evans.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Brass

1960s Console Table

H 29 in W 72 in D 30 in

Andrianna Shamaris Charred Organic Teak Wood Console or Coffee Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

Impressive reclaimed teak wood console table hand carved from a single root and burnt to achieve

Category

2010s Organic Modern Console Tables

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Charred Organic Teak Wood Console or Coffee Table

H 31 in W 48 in D 11 in

Custom Rectangular Concrete Bench or Dining, Console, Coffee Table Tops

Located in Cazadero, CA

These highly customizable mid-weight square or rectangular concrete dining, console, or coffee

Category

2010s American Modern Console Tables

Materials

Concrete

Custom Rectangular Concrete Bench or Dining, Console, Coffee Table Tops

H 1 in W 36 in D 36 in

Ark Ceramic Console Table

Located in Paris, FR

Console table ark ceramic with steel structure in bronze finish. With ceramic glued on glass top

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Console Tables

Materials

Steel

Ark Ceramic Console Table

H 29.14 in W 59.06 in D 15.75 in

Thick Solid Steel Plate Top Cut Steel Legs Coffee Table Steam Punk Console Table

By Paul Evans

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Studio signed and dated 1994 thick carved steel plate base rectangular coffee table with thick

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Steel

Thick Solid Steel Plate Top Cut Steel Legs Coffee Table Steam Punk Console Table

H 29 in W 60 in D 16 in

Carrara Marble Star Side Table by Olivier Gagnère

Located in Geneve, CH

or bronze base. The Star collection by French designer Olivier Gagnère is a line of coffee tables

Category

2010s French Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Carrara Marble, Metal

Carrara Marble Star Side Table by Olivier Gagnère

H 22.45 in Dm 19.69 in

Nero Marble Star Side Table by Olivier Gagnère

Located in Geneve, CH

base. The Star collection by French designer Olivier Gagnère is a line of coffee tables and console

Category

2010s French Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Metal

Nero Marble Star Side Table by Olivier Gagnère

H 22.45 in Dm 19.69 in

Mini Carrara Marble Star Side Table by Olivier Gagnère

Located in Geneve, CH

in size large. The Star collection by French designer Olivier Gagnère is a line of coffee tables

Category

2010s French Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Carrara Marble, Metal

Mini Carrara Marble Star Side Table by Olivier Gagnère

H 15.75 in Dm 15.75 in

Mini Nero Marble Star Side Table by Olivier Gagnère

Located in Geneve, CH

tables and console tables in the spirit of Decorative Arts, elegant, in gold or bronze lacquered metal

Category

2010s French Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Metal

Mini Nero Marble Star Side Table by Olivier Gagnère

H 15.75 in Dm 15.75 in

Mini Carrara Marble Star Side Table by Olivier Gagnère

Located in Geneve, CH

large. The Star collection by French designer Olivier Gagnère is a line of coffee tables and console

Category

2010s French Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Carrara Marble, Metal

Mini Carrara Marble Star Side Table by Olivier Gagnère

H 15.75 in Dm 15.75 in

Half-Cube Suspension Stainless Steel Console/Coffee Table by Cometabolism Studio

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

We are living in an age where everyone struggles to converge, where the definition of a good life is becoming flattened and monolithic, and where the images we receive of the good li...

Category

2010s Asian Console Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Half-Cube Suspension Stainless Steel Console/Coffee Table by Cometabolism Studio

H 55 in W 47 in D 30 in

Sculptural and Customizable Glass and Powder-Coated Steel Console Table

By Bestcase, Sight Unseen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Made from powder-coated steel and glass, and available as coffee tables, desks, dining tables, or

Category

2010s American Modern Console Tables

Materials

Steel

Sculptural and Customizable Glass and Powder-Coated Steel Console Table

H 29 in W 53 in D 16 in

Black Glass Contemporary Console Table

Located in Geneve, CH

-coated iron, tempered glass. Fumi are an elegant range of coffee tables and a console table that

Category

2010s Danish Modern Console Tables

Materials

Iron

Black Glass Contemporary Console Table

H 27.96 in W 11.58 in D 42.92 in

1970s Low Occasional Industrial Table, Coffee Table

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1970s Low occasional Industrial table – coffee table. 1970s Low occasional Industrial table

Category

Vintage 1970s French Console Tables

Materials

Metal

1970s Low Occasional Industrial Table, Coffee Table

H 9.85 in W 31.5 in D 43.31 in

Sculptural organic modern console table

By Oliver Whyte

Located in Cape Town, Western Cape

a composite material. The first iteration of the Stone Collection has a side table, low coffee

Category

2010s South African Organic Modern Console Tables

Materials

Resin

Sculptural organic modern console table

H 32.29 in W 18.9 in D 57.88 in

Post-Modern Gilt Metal And Glass Coffee Table

Located in New York, NY

Post-Modern Gilt Metal Coffee Table Based on the description, this piece appears to be a post

Category

20th Century European Console Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Post-Modern Gilt Metal And Glass Coffee Table

H 16 in W 28 in D 16 in

Bowl Console Table by Wentz

By Guilherme Wentz

Located in Geneve, CH

Bowl Console Table by Wentz Dimensions: D 45 x W 165 x H 80 cm Materials: Steel, Ceramic, Stainless

Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Console Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

Bowl Console Table by Wentz

H 31.5 in W 64.97 in D 17.72 in

Henredon Postmodern Brushed Brass and Cerused Oak Console Table

By Henredon

Located in Chicago, IL

Henredon console table constructed of mirror image base and top with brushed brass curved bar

Category

Late 20th Century American Console Tables

Materials

Oak

Henredon Postmodern Brushed Brass and Cerused Oak Console Table

H 27 in W 52 in D 18 in

Early Elegant Custom Edward Wormley Low Console or Coffee /Side Table for Dunbar

By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley

Located in Chicago, IL

An elegant custom Wormley low console / coffee side table with 9 x 9 travertine marble tile insets

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Wood

Early Elegant Custom Edward Wormley Low Console or Coffee /Side Table for Dunbar

H 15.38 in W 60.75 in D 12.5 in

Mid Century Modern Chrome Glass Top Coffee Console Table with Brass Hoof-Feet

By Milo Baughman

Located in Rockaway, NJ

High quality highly polished solid chrome glass top console table.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Mid Century Modern Chrome Glass Top Coffee Console Table with Brass Hoof-Feet

H 19 in W 15 in D 43 in

Vintage Danish Rosewood Console Table, 1960s.

Located in Asaa, DK

Vintage Danish Rosewood Console Table, 1960s. Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern low plinth in

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Console Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Vintage Danish Rosewood Console Table, 1960s.

H 14.57 in W 39.38 in D 15.75 in

Waterfall Style Console Table in Bone

By Karl Springer

Located in New York City, NY

console, or it can be resized to make a coffee table, dining table or desk. Size: 54" width 18" depth

Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Console Tables

Materials

Bone

Waterfall Style Console Table in Bone

H 30 in W 48 in D 18 in

1970's Low Occasional Industrial Table, Coffee Table

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1970’s Low occasional industrial table, coffee table. Sourced from the South of France we have a

Category

Vintage 1970s French Console Tables

Materials

Metal

1970's Low Occasional Industrial Table, Coffee Table

H 9.85 in W 31.5 in D 43.31 in

Custom Giorgio Coffee Table

By Ryan Korban

Located in New York, NY

Polished stainless steel and chipped-edge limestone.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Console Tables

Materials

Limestone, Stainless Steel

Custom Giorgio Coffee Table

H 30 in W 104 in D 18 in

Glass & Brass Waterfall Coffee & Console Table by Leon Rosen for Pace, Set of 2

By Pace Collection, Leon Rosen

Located in Chicago, IL

Mid-Century Modern Glass & Brass Waterfall Coffee Table and Sofa/Console Table by Leon Rosen for

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Brass

Glass & Brass Waterfall Coffee & Console Table by Leon Rosen for Pace, Set of 2

H 27 in W 56.5 in D 17.5 in

Contemporary Coffee Table in Roman Travertino and Brass

Located in London, GB

Weaving through cave walls, ancient symbols and time-hidden messages, JMM_CT1 is an evocation of a mysterious journey. Limited edition of 20 + 3AP Additional info: The wooden bo...

Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Console Tables

Materials

Travertine, Brass

Contemporary Coffee Table in Roman Travertino and Brass

H 13.78 in Dm 39.38 in

Brass Sculpted Console Table, Galaxy, Misaya

By Misaya

Located in Geneve, CH

Brass coffee table, Galaxy by Misaya Dimensions: W 40 x L 40 x H 69 cm Hand-sculpted brass table.

Category

2010s Thai Post-Modern Console Tables

Materials

Brass

Brass Sculpted Console Table, Galaxy, Misaya

H 27.17 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Sculpted Contemporary Console Table by Faina

By Victoria Yakusha

Located in Geneve, CH

Sculpted Contemporary console table by Faina. Design: Victoriya Yakusha. Material: Steel, flax

Category

2010s Ukrainian Post-Modern Console Tables

Materials

Steel

Sculpted Contemporary Console Table by Faina

H 31.5 in W 15.75 in D 47.25 in

Atus Console Table by Bea Interiors

Located in Geneve, CH

Atus Console Table by Bea Interiors One of a Kind. Dimensions: D 48.3 x W 123.8 x H 71.4 cm

Category

2010s American Post-Modern Console Tables

Materials

Marble

Atus Console Table by Bea Interiors

H 28.12 in W 48.75 in D 19.02 in

Atus Console Table by Bea Interiors

Located in Geneve, CH

Atus Console Table by Bea Interiors One of a Kind. Dimensions: D 48.3 x W 123.8 x H 71.4 cm

Category

2010s American Post-Modern Console Tables

Materials

Marble

Atus Console Table by Bea Interiors

H 28.12 in W 48.75 in D 19.02 in

Root Burl Glass Top Console Table

Located in New York, NY

Fantastic burl root base glass top console table. This example is in excellent original condition

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Root Burl Glass Top Console Table

H 25 in W 17.75 in D 60 in

Custom Coffee Reclaimed Waterfall Table

Located in Chicago, IL

Our custom reclaimed wood console tables are hand-crafted by local artisans using architectural

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Organic Modern Console Tables

Materials

Reclaimed Wood

Custom Coffee Reclaimed Waterfall Table

H 32 in W 60 in D 13 in

Black oak Console Table, Contemporary Pedestal Entryway Table by Arid

By Arid

Located in Albuquerque, NM

This elegant Plume Console Table is made out of solid oak hardwood that has been charred black with

Category

2010s American Modern Console Tables

Materials

Hardwood, Oak

Black oak Console Table, Contemporary Pedestal Entryway Table by Arid

H 29 in W 50 in D 16 in

Black Bowl Console Table by Wentz

By Guilherme Wentz

Located in Geneve, CH

Black Bowl Console Table by Wentz Dimensions: D 45 x W 165 x H 80 cm Materials: Steel, Ceramic

Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Console Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel, Steel

Black Bowl Console Table by Wentz

H 31.5 in W 64.97 in D 17.72 in

1950s Bertha Schaefer Travertine and black wood Coffee Table

By Bertha Schaefer

Located in New York, NY

Travertine and black wood, Coffee Table by Bertha Schaefer for M. Singer and Sons. Walnut base with

Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Travertine

1950s Bertha Schaefer Travertine and black wood Coffee Table

H 15 in W 17 in D 60 in

"Alba" Console Table in Golden Carbon Steel and Leather Pocket

By Studio Marta Manente

Located in Centro, RS

The Alba Console Table with Ecological Leather Pocket is produced with a carbon steel structure

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Console Tables

Materials

Steel

"Alba" Console Table in Golden Carbon Steel and Leather Pocket

H 31.89 in W 55.12 in D 19.69 in

French 1970s Postwar Design Console Table

By Paco Rabanne

Located in New York, NY

French (1970s) postwar design console table with a gilt brass base supporting a brown lacquered top

Category

Mid-20th Century French Post-Modern Console Tables

Materials

Quartz, Brass

French 1970s Postwar Design Console Table

H 29.9 in W 55 in D 15.5 in

Squared White Marble Coffee Table

Located in Paris, FR

Coffee table in Calacata Viola marble Versatile and naturally beautiful, this table was inspired

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Console Tables

Materials

Marble

Squared White Marble Coffee Table

H 10.63 in W 22.04 in D 22.04 in

Hackberry Wood Epoxy Resin Waterfall Console Table

Located in İnegöl, TR

just a coffee table; it's a statement of refined taste and contemporary style. With waterfall console

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Console Tables

Materials

Epoxy Resin, Wood, Walnut

Hackberry Wood Epoxy Resin Waterfall Console Table

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H 28 in W 18 in D 55 in

Epoxy Resin Waterfall Custom Wooden Console Table

Located in İnegöl, TR

just a coffee table; it's a statement of refined taste and contemporary style. With waterfall console

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Console Tables

Materials

Epoxy Resin, Wood, Walnut

Epoxy Resin Waterfall Custom Wooden Console Table

Free Shipping

H 28 in W 18 in D 70 in

Contemporary Modern Edge Console Console Table in Travertino Marble by Collector

Located in Castelo da Maia, PT

Studio Family of coffee tables, console and dining tables characterized by an architectural and

Category

2010s Portuguese Console Tables

Materials

Travertine

Contemporary Modern Edge Console Console Table in Travertino Marble by Collector

H 31.5 in W 51.19 in D 17.72 in

1970s Mosaic Bone Inlay Scroll Console Table

By Jimeco ltda, Enrique Garcel

Located in Houston, TX

Exquisite tessellated bone scroll console table or desk attributed to Enrique Garcel for Jimeco

Category

Vintage 1970s Colombian Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Bone

1970s Mosaic Bone Inlay Scroll Console Table

H 28 in W 59.5 in D 20 in

Charcoal Grey Console Table with Brass Finish

Located in Paris, FR

Console table charcoal grey with base in stainless steel in brass finish. With top in poplar wood

Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Console Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Charcoal Grey Console Table with Brass Finish

H 29.93 in W 53.94 in D 16.15 in

Oldies Console Table with Black Marble Top

Located in Paris, FR

Console table oldies with 3 feet base in gold plated solid polished brass. With black marble top

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Console Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass, Gold Plate

Oldies Console Table with Black Marble Top

H 36.42 in W 63 in D 17.72 in

1960s Tiered Console Table by Harvey Probber

By Harvey Probber

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A Mid-Century Modern walnut console table / coffee table designed by Harvey Probber with a single

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Brass

1960s Tiered Console Table by Harvey Probber

H 21.75 in W 42 in D 18 in

Primitive Coffee Table / Side Table from Reclaimed Antique Wood.

By Restored/Modified by Petersen Antiques

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This coffee table is is seen here in 26″ x 45″ x 17″ H however it can be ordered in any size

Category

Antique 19th Century North American Primitive Console Tables

Materials

Pine

Primitive Coffee Table / Side Table from Reclaimed Antique Wood.

H 21 in W 45 in D 26 in

Large 1970s Tommaso Barbi White Ceramic and Brass Coffee Table

By Tommaso Barbi

Located in Berlin, DE

Large 1970s Tommaso Barbi white ceramic and brass coffee table Stunning coffee table designed by

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Console Tables

Materials

Brass

Large 1970s Tommaso Barbi White Ceramic and Brass Coffee Table

H 15.36 in W 59.06 in D 31.11 in

"Alba" Console Table in Carbon Steel and Hand-Braided Leather Threads

By Studio Marta Manente

Located in Centro, RS

The Alba Console Table is produced with a carbon steel structure with golden automotive paint (the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Console Tables

Materials

Steel

"Alba" Console Table in Carbon Steel and Hand-Braided Leather Threads

H 31.89 in W 55.12 in D 19.69 in

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Coffee Table And Console Table For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal coffee table and console table for your home. Frequently made of wood, metal and hardwood, every coffee table and console table was constructed with great care. There are 83 variations of the antique or vintage coffee table and console table you’re looking for, while we also have 40 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect coffee table and console table — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A coffee table and console table, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Art Deco style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one coffee table and console table that is appealing in its simplicity, but Andrianna Shamaris, Casa Botelho and Paul McCobb produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Coffee Table And Console Table?

Prices for a coffee table and console table can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $600 and can go as high as $54,589, while the average can fetch as much as $4,150.

Questions About Coffee Table And Console Table

Why are console tables so low?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
Console tables are not low. Typically, consoles are about the height of a desk but are much narrower. As a result, they work well against walls and can be used to hold lamps and decorative objects. While modern console tables commonly feature four legs, you can still find the two-legged variety, which is ideal for nestling behind the sofa. Some also feature shelves for display and storage space or cabinet doors and drawers for hiding clutter. Find vintage console tables on 1stDibs.
What is a console table used for?
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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.
Who invented the coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
No one knows for sure who invented the coffee table. The earliest examples of the occasional table can be traced back to Victorian-era Britain. At that time, makers like William Watt and Collinson and Lock were producing coffee tables in large quantities.

Notably, F. Stuart Foote, the designer behind the American Imperial Furniture Company, claimed to have invented the coffee table in the early 20th century. He stated that he did so by cutting down the legs of a dining table. However, it's unlikely that Foote is the actual inventor of the coffee table, as books describing coffee tables existed in the UK a decade before his birth in 1872.

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Is an ottoman a coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Typically, an ottoman is not a coffee table. An ottoman is a small cushioned seat without a back or arm rests. You can shop a collection of vintage and contemporary ottomans from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What size should a coffee table be?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A coffee table should generally be two-thirds as long as the sofa it stands in front of and around the same height as the sofa’s seat cushions.
Why is it called a coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
Coffee tables were originally used in living spaces during social gatherings to support a tray containing multiple mugs, a coffee pot, creamers and sugar bowls. Low to the ground and centrally located in the space, coffee tables reduced the host or hostess’s need to constantly stand and serve her guests.
Are end tables taller than coffee tables?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
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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What is the difference between a coffee table and a cocktail table?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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.
What is the difference between a sofa table and a coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
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.
How tall should a lamp be on a console table?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024

A lamp for a console table should be between 25 and 32 inches tall. The table lamp’s shade shouldn’t exceed half the width of the console table.

You’ll find that when it comes to arranging wall art, a decorator might suggest that the space on the wall above a console table is a great place for a large painting or a wall sculpture. In that case, you may wish to use a taller lamp for the table. If your table is smaller in scale or if you have a small mirror hanging on the wall above the console, you may wish to opt for a shorter lamp.

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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.
Should a console table be taller than a couch?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
A console table should not be taller than a couch. Much like a sofa table, a console table is placed against the back of a sofa and should be the same height as the sofa.
What is the difference between a console and a sofa table?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
The main difference between a console and a sofa table is that a console can be placed anywhere in the home (against a wall in a hallway or under a television in the living room) and a sofa table is limited to being behind a sofa.
How wide should a console table be in an entryway?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
In an entryway, a console table should typically be around 10 to 16 inches wide. Tables of this width should still allow plenty of clearance so people can easily walk by the table. You may see manufacturers refer to the width of consoles as depth. On 1stDibs, shop a range of console tables.
Do end tables need to match coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
End tables and coffee tables do not need to match. Nevertheless it can be nice to have a similar color scheme or have one set of end tables match and perhaps have the coffee table match a TV stand.
How do you stack books on a coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
To stack books on a coffee table, place the largest one on the bottom with the spine facing the focal piece of furniture, usually the sofa. Then, add the next largest, lining up the inner edges so that the spines create a stepped effect. Continue adding books to complete the stack and top it off with a decorative object if you wish. Shop a variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
How big should a coffee table be for a sectional?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
How big a coffee table for a sectional should be depends on the dimensions of the sectional. For a balanced look, a coffee table should be roughly two-thirds of the length of the sofa portion of a sofa and chaise sectional. If you have an L-shaped sofa, the coffee table should be around two-thirds of the length of each arm. Find a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
Should a coffee table be lower than a couch?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
Yes, a coffee table should generally be lower than a couch. However, the top of the table should only be slightly lower than the couch to maintain a balanced look. A good rule of thumb is to choose a table no more than one inch shorter than your sofa's seat height. Explore a large collection of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
What is the average height of a coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
The average height of a coffee table is around 16 to 18 inches. Designers typically choose this height to create a balance between coffee tables and sofas. The average seat height of sofas is 17 to 18 inches, and experts typically recommend that coffee tables be no more than 1 inch shorter than sofa-seat height. Explore a diverse assortment of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
What is the best coffee table for a sectional?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
The best coffee table for a sectional can be a round coffee table, particularly with respect to U-shaped sectionals. The circular design creates a sense of balance in small spaces and renders it easy for guests to move to and fro, especially when surrounded by chairs. Find a collection of antique and vintage coffee tables on 1stDibs today.

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