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.

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.

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.

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.

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 a tray top coffee table?

Tray top coffee tables are coffee tables with long, flat rectangular surfaces that are supported by an x-frame base. Low tables that were initially used as tea or coffee tables have been around since at least the mid- to late-1800s. After coffee drinking and “coffee breaks” became popular, it didn’t take long for coffee and cocktail tables to become a design staple and for consumers to recognize their role in entertaining no matter what beverages were being served. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary tray top coffee tables from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

How much does a coffee table cost?

On 1stdibs, a coffee table costs between $160 and $495,500.

How do I style a Noguchi coffee table?

Styling a Noguchi coffee table really depends on the space you’re placing it in. The possibilities are far-reaching, so consider the colors and coordination of the other furniture and fixtures around the table. Noguchi tables look beautiful on their own or styled with flowers, books or pottery. Shop a selection of Isamu Noguchi pieces on 1stDibs.

How do you style an oval coffee table?

To style an oval coffee table, create balance with opposites. Choose a sofa and accent chairs with a boxier shape for a striking contrast. Place a rectangular tray in the center and use it to display decorative accents or to store remotes and coasters. Another approach to decorating an oval table is to use decorative accents at different heights. Think of a tall vase placed next to a low bowl and a small sculpture positioned on top of two stacked coffee table books. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of oval coffee tables.

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.

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.

How do I authenticate my Noguchi coffee table?

To authenticate your Noguchi coffee table, there are three different marks to look for. Isamu Noguchi’s signature will be on the edge of the table and on a medallion under the base. Even under the medallion, you will find Noguchi’s initials. Shop a collection of properly vetted Noguchi pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is a tall coffee table called?

A tall coffee table is usually called exactly that — a tall coffee table. Coffee tables, also referred to as cocktail tables, are generally designed to sit at or below the sofa's seat height. These tables may come in a range of sizes, but they are often between 16 and 18 inches high and are designed in a variety of lengths and widths. They’re meant to provide a practical table-top surface that complements your living room layout. (A tall version might also be suitable for use as a dining table.) Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tall coffee tables from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

Why are modern coffee tables so low?

Modern coffee tables tend to be low because they’re most commonly placed in front of couches and chairs. Historically, coffee tables were placed behind the couch which necessitated a taller table. Over time, as styles changed and coffee tables came to be positioned in front of couches, their heights were lowered to accommodate the modern arrangement. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage and contemporary coffee tables from some of the world’s top sellers.

Are glass coffee tables durable?

Whether glass coffee tables are durable depends on the craftsmanship and the materials. Generally, tables with tempered glass are less likely to shatter and break. How well you care for a coffee table will also impact its life span. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of glass coffee tables.

How do you date a Lane coffee table?

To date a Lane coffee table, look for the serial number on the underside of the piece. On most Lane coffee tables, reading the number from right to left will tell you the date that the table was manufactured. For example, a serial number that says 852140 would have been produced on April 12, 1958. Founded in Virginia in the early 20th century, Lane is largely known for its cedar chests and innovative mid-century modern designs. Find a variety of Lane coffee tables on 1stDibs.

What is the best height for a coffee table?

The best height for a coffee table is around 1 to 2 inches lower than the seat height of the adjacent sofa. Most sofas feature seat heights of around 17 or 18 inches. As a result, the most common height for coffee tables is 15 to 17 inches. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of coffee tables.

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.

Petite Coffee Table

18 Th Century French Furniture Sofa

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Fred Press Eclipse

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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Vintage Gilt / Gilded Hammered Metal Petite Coffee Table with Stone Top

H 18.25 in W 34 in D 18 in

John Widdicomb Natural and Bleached Macassar Ebony and Walnut Coffee Table

By John Widdicomb, Bexley Heath

Located in Chicago, IL

Bexley Heath for John Widdicomb parquetry top petite coffee table. Offset walnut plank legs

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Vintage 1980s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Macassar, Walnut, Wood

John Widdicomb Natural and Bleached Macassar Ebony and Walnut Coffee Table

H 18.25 in W 25 in D 25 in

Frederick Weinberg Style Angular Black Wire Coffee Table, 1950s

By Frederic Weinberg, Arthur Umanoff

Located in Miami, FL

Styled after Frederick Weinberg / Arthur Umanoff, this petite coffee table is made of a wire frame

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Frederick Weinberg Style Angular Black Wire Coffee Table, 1950s

H 15.75 in W 36.13 in D 16 in

Iron Bamboo-Form Coffee Table with Brass Rimmed Glass Tray

Located in Chicago, IL

Chocolate lacquered 6-leg iron base petite coffee table with faux bamboo detailing and metal ribbon

Category

Vintage 1960s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Iron

Iron Bamboo-Form Coffee Table with Brass Rimmed Glass Tray

H 16 in W 29.75 in D 29.75 in

Brutalist Gilt Iron Lotus Coffee Table with Glass Top

Located in Chicago, IL

Petite coffee table, featuring heavy iron base supports and original glass top. Has a total of six

Category

Vintage 1970s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Iron

Brutalist Gilt Iron Lotus Coffee Table with Glass Top

H 15.75 in Dm 28 in

Original of the Time Josef Hoffmann Jacob&Josef Kohn Coffee Table

By Josef Hoffmann, Woka Lamps, Jacob & Josef Kohn

Located in Vienna, AT

A petite coffee table by Josef Hoffmann from 1905 made by J&J Kohn in beechwood.

Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Jugendstil Tables

Materials

Beech

Original of the Time Josef Hoffmann Jacob&Josef Kohn Coffee Table

H 28.35 in Dm 23.63 in

Small Bronze and Eglomisé Coffee Table, circa 1950

Located in New York, NY

A stylish, sexy piece that we picked up in Paris, this petite coffee table is the perfect, chic

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cockt...

Materials

Bronze

Small Bronze and Eglomisé Coffee Table, circa 1950

H 36 in W 15 in D 18 in

French Neo-Classical Glass Top Coffee Table, Mid-Century Modern PE Guerin Style

Located in Stamford, CT

French Neo-Classical Glass Top Coffee Table, Mid-Century Modern PE Guerin Style Petite coffee

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Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

French Neo-Classical Glass Top Coffee Table, Mid-Century Modern PE Guerin Style

H 18 in W 47 in D 23 in

Elm Minimalist Coffee Table by Pierre Gautier Delaye - France 1960's

By Pierre Gautier-Delaye

Located in New York, NY

Elegant petite coffee table by Charlotte Perriand student and follower Pierre Gautier Delaye. In

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Vintage 1960s French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Elm

Elm Minimalist Coffee Table by Pierre Gautier Delaye - France 1960's

H 15.75 in W 33.47 in D 14.77 in

Late 19th Century Vintage Boho Burl Wood Side Table

Located in west palm beach, FL

. Perfect as a side table or even a petite coffee table. You decide! Acquired from a Palm Beach estate.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Biedermeier Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Late 19th Century Vintage Boho Burl Wood Side Table

H 21.5 in W 25 in D 25 in

John Van Koert "Casa Del Sol" Parquetry Walnut End Table with Opening Top

By John Van Koert

Located in Chicago, IL

John Van Koert for Drexel side table or petite coffee table with walnut block parquetry top that

Category

Vintage 1950s American End Tables

Materials

Mahogany, Walnut

John Van Koert "Casa Del Sol" Parquetry Walnut End Table with Opening Top

H 20.25 in W 20.25 in D 30 in

Twentieth Century French Wooden Table

Located in High Point, NC

sense of history. A night stand, or petite coffee table built with gently tapering legs and mortise and

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Country Tables

Materials

Wood

Twentieth Century French Wooden Table

H 19.3 in W 16.9 in D 16.9 in

Spanish Marble-Top Rectangular Coffee Table w/Hammered Gold-Tone Iron Base

Located in Atlanta, GA

. This mid-century Spanish table has a smaller footprint, making it ideal for a petite coffee table or

Category

Mid-20th Century European Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Iron

Spanish Marble-Top Rectangular Coffee Table w/Hammered Gold-Tone Iron Base

H 17.5 in W 28 in D 18.25 in

Pair of Iron Hoop Chairs

By Luther Conover, Arthur Umanoff

Located in Grand Rapids, MI

. Matching round petite coffee table also available in our shop. DIMENSIONS: 25.5" W x 24" D x 30.5" H; Seat

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Iron

Pair of Iron Hoop Chairs

H 30.5 in W 25.5 in D 24 in

Petite Vintage Coffee Table

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Trenton, NJ

Infuse your living space with vintage charm with this small square coffee table. The unique

Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Petite Vintage Coffee Table

H 11 in W 22 in D 22 in

Roger Capron Style Petite Cocktail Table/ Coffee Table

Located in East Hampton, NY

A beautifully organic small scale round coffee/side table with a warm earth-tone ceramic top

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Oak

Roger Capron Style Petite Cocktail Table/ Coffee Table

H 12 in Dm 22 in

High Quality Vintage Petite Brass Coffee Table Attributed to Jansen

Located in Chicago, IL

High quality vintage petite brass coffee table attributed to Jansen. Table has wear overall to the

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

High Quality Vintage Petite Brass Coffee Table Attributed to Jansen

H 18.75 in W 30 in D 18 in

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Anthracite Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Anthracite Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Anthracite Aluminium, 2017

H 12.6 in W 27.2 in D 23.6 in

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Saffron Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Saffron Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Saffron Aluminium, 2017

H 12.6 in W 27.2 in D 23.6 in

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Terracotta Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Terracotta Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Terracotta Aluminium, 2017

H 12.6 in W 27.2 in D 23.6 in

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Yellow Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Yellow Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The week

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Yellow Aluminium, 2017

H 12.6 in W 27.2 in D 23.6 in

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Burgundy Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Burgundy Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Burgundy Aluminium, 2017

H 12.6 in W 27.2 in D 23.6 in

PETITE FRITURE Francis, Large Mirror Coffee Table, Blue/Violet Watercolor

By Constance Guisset

Located in New York, NY

added coffee tables in 2019. Lying horizontally, the mirror reverse the reflection the other way round

Category

2010s French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

PETITE FRITURE Francis, Large Mirror Coffee Table, Blue/Violet Watercolor

H 14.18 in Dm 29.53 in

PETITE FRITURE Francis, Small Mirror Coffee Table, Blue/Violet Watercolor

By Constance Guisset

Located in New York, NY

added coffee tables in 2019. Lying horizontally, the mirror reverse the reflection the other way round

Category

2010s French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

PETITE FRITURE Francis, Small Mirror Coffee Table, Blue/Violet Watercolor

H 17.72 in Dm 15.75 in

Petite Hollywood Regency Style Coffee Table, Giltwood Base, Antiqued Mirror Top

Located in Stamford, CT

Petite Hollywood Regency style coffee table, giltwood base, antiqued mirror top Small wooden

Category

Vintage 1970s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Mirror, Giltwood

Petite Hollywood Regency Style Coffee Table, Giltwood Base, Antiqued Mirror Top

H 14.25 in W 40.5 in D 17.5 in

Petite Friture XL Francis Coffee Table in Black & Blue Watercolour Mirror

By Constance Guisset

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Extra Large Francis Coffee Table in Black & Blue Watercolour Mirror by Constance

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Mirror

Petite Friture XL Francis Coffee Table in Black & Blue Watercolour Mirror

H 9.4 in Dm 43.3 in

Petite Friture Small Francis Coffee Table in Black & Blue Watercolour Mirror

By Constance Guisset

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Small Francis Coffee Table in Black & Blue Watercolour Mirror by Constance Guisset

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Mirror

Petite Friture Small Francis Coffee Table in Black & Blue Watercolour Mirror

H 17.5 in Dm 15.7 in

Petite Friture Small Francis Coffee Table in White & Green Watercolour Mirror

By Constance Guisset

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Small Francis Coffee Table in White & Green Watercolour Mirror by Constance Guisset

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Mirror

Petite Friture Small Francis Coffee Table in White & Green Watercolour Mirror

H 17.5 in Dm 15.7 in

Petite Friture Large Francis Coffee Table in Black & Blue Watercolour Mirror

By Constance Guisset

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Large Francis Coffee Table in Black & Blue Watercolour Mirror by Constance Guisset

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Mirror

Petite Friture Large Francis Coffee Table in Black & Blue Watercolour Mirror

H 14.2 in Dm 29.5 in

Petite Friture Large Francis Coffee Table in White & Green Watercolour Mirror

By Constance Guisset

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Large Francis Coffee Table in White & Green Watercolour Mirror by Constance Guisset

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Mirror

Petite Friture Large Francis Coffee Table in White & Green Watercolour Mirror

H 14.2 in Dm 29.5 in

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Ivory Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Ivory Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Ivory Aluminium, 2017

H 16.1 in W 50 in D 20 in

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Black Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Black Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Black Aluminium, 2017

H 16.1 in W 50 in D 20 in

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in White Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in White Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in White Aluminium, 2017

H 16.1 in W 50 in D 20 in

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Blue Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Blue Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Blue Aluminium, 2017

H 16.1 in W 50 in D 20 in

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Coral Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Coral Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Coral Aluminium, 2017

H 16.1 in W 50 in D 20 in

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Terracotta Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Terracotta Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Terracotta Aluminium, 2017

H 16.1 in W 50 in D 20 in

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Gold Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Gold Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Gold Aluminium, 2017

H 16.1 in W 50 in D 20 in

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Blush Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Blush Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Blush Aluminium, 2017

H 16.1 in W 50 in D 20 in

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Anthracite Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Anthracite Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Anthracite Aluminium, 2017

H 16.1 in W 50 in D 20 in

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Jade Green Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Jade Green Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Jade Green Aluminium, 2017

H 12.6 in W 27.2 in D 23.6 in

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Glass Green Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Glass Green Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Glass Green Aluminium, 2017

H 12.6 in W 27.2 in D 23.6 in

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Yellow Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Yellow Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Yellow Aluminium, 2017

H 16.1 in W 50 in D 20 in

Petite Friture XL Francis Coffee Table in White & Green Watercolour Mirror

By Constance Guisset

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Extra Large Francis Coffee Table in White & Green Watercolour Mirror by Constance

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Mirror

Petite Friture XL Francis Coffee Table in White & Green Watercolour Mirror

H 9.4 in Dm 43.3 in

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Pastel Green Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Pastel Green Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Pastel Green Aluminium, 2017

H 12.6 in W 27.2 in D 23.6 in

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Dune Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Dune Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Dune Aluminium, 2017

H 16.1 in W 50 in D 20 in

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Pearl Grey Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Pearl Grey Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Pearl Grey Aluminium, 2017

H 12.6 in W 27.2 in D 23.6 in

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Burgundy Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Burgundy Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Burgundy Aluminium, 2017

H 16.1 in W 50 in D 20 in

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Saffron Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Saffron Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Saffron Aluminium, 2017

H 16.1 in W 50 in D 20 in

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Azur Blue Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Azur Blue Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Azur Blue Aluminium, 2017

H 12.6 in W 27.2 in D 23.6 in

Philip + Kelvin LaVerne Coffee Table Chan Etched Bronze Petite Apartment Size

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Wonderful uncommon 3 foot sized LaVerne Bronze Coffee Table with four faux bamboo metal legs. A

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

Philip + Kelvin LaVerne Coffee Table Chan Etched Bronze Petite Apartment Size

H 17 in Dm 36 in

Petite Friture Grid Coffee Table in Walnut by Studio Pool, 2015

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Grid Coffee Table in Walnut by Studio Pool, 2015 Pool designed the Grid

Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Petite Friture Grid Coffee Table in Walnut by Studio Pool, 2015

H 13 in W 26.8 in D 26.8 in

PETITE FRITURE Francis, Extra-large Mirror Coffee Table, Blue/Yellow Watercolor

By Constance Guisset

Located in New York, NY

added coffee tables in 2019. Lying horizontally, the mirror reverse the reflection the other way round

Category

2010s French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

PETITE FRITURE Francis, Extra-large Mirror Coffee Table, Blue/Yellow Watercolor

H 9.45 in Dm 43.31 in

PETITE FRITURE Francis, Extra-large Mirror Coffee Table, Blue/Violet Watercolor

By Constance Guisset

Located in New York, NY

added coffee tables in 2019. Lying horizontally, the mirror reverse the reflection the other way round

Category

2010s French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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PETITE FRITURE Francis, Extra-large Mirror Coffee Table, Blue/Violet Watercolor

H 9.45 in Dm 43.31 in

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Ivory Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Ivory Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The week

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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Ivory Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler

H 12.6 in W 27.2 in D 23.6 in

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Pastel Green Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Pastel Green Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017

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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Pastel Green Aluminium, 2017

H 16.1 in W 50 in D 20 in

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Jade Green Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Jade Green Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017

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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Jade Green Aluminium, 2017

H 16.1 in W 50 in D 20 in

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Black Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Black Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The week

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Black Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler

H 12.6 in W 27.2 in D 23.6 in

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Blush Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Blush Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The week

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Blush Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler

H 12.6 in W 27.2 in D 23.6 in

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Azur Blue Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Azur Blue Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Azur Blue Aluminium, 2017

H 16.1 in W 50 in D 20 in

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Glass Green Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Glass Green Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Glass Green Aluminium, 2017

H 16.1 in W 50 in D 20 in

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Petite Coffee Table For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal petite coffee table for your home. Each petite coffee table for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and brass. There are many kinds of the petite coffee table you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A petite coffee table made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Hollywood Regency — is very popular. Arthur Court, Jacques Adnet and Arthur Umanoff each produced at least one beautiful petite coffee table that is worth considering.

How Much is a Petite Coffee Table?

Prices for a petite coffee table can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $535 and can go as high as $9,750, while the average can fetch as much as $1,650.

Finding the Right Tables for You

The right vintage, new or antique tables can help make any space in your home stand out.

Over the years, the variety of tables available to us, as well as our specific needs for said tables, has broadened. Today, with all manner of these must-have furnishings differing in shape, material and style, any dining room table can shine just as brightly as the guests who gather around it.

Remember, when shopping for a dining table, it must fit your dining area, and you need to account for space around the table too — think outside the box, as an oval dining table may work for tighter spaces. Alternatively, if you’ve got the room, a Regency-style dining table can elevate any formal occasion at mealtime.

Innovative furniture makers and designers have also redefined what a table can be. Whether it’s an unconventional Ping-Pong table, a brass side table to display your treasured collectibles or a Louis Vuitton steamer trunk to add an air of nostalgia to your loft, your table can say a lot about you.

The visionary work of French designer Xavier Lavergne, for example, includes tables that draw on the forms of celestial bodies as often as they do aquatic creatures or fossils. Elsewhere, Italian architect Gae Aulenti, who looked to Roman architecture in crafting her stately Jumbo coffee table, created clever glass-topped mobile coffee tables that move on bicycle tires or sculpted wood wheels for Fontana Arte.

Coffee and cocktail tables can serve as a room’s centerpiece with attention-grabbing details and colors. Glass varieties will keep your hardwood flooring and dazzling area rugs on display, while a marble or stone coffee table in a modern interior can showcase your prized art books and decorative objects. A unique vintage desk or writing table can bring sophistication and even a bit of spice to your work life.

No matter your desired form or function, a quality table for your living space is a sound investment. On 1stDibs, browse a collection of vintage, new and antique bedside tables, mid-century end tables and more .

Questions About Petite Coffee Table

Why is it called a coffee table?
1 Answer
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.
Is an ottoman a coffee table?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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.
Who invented the coffee table?
1 Answer
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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What is the difference between a coffee table and a cocktail table?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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.
Are end tables taller than coffee tables?
1 Answer
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 a tray top coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
Tray top coffee tables are coffee tables with long, flat rectangular surfaces that are supported by an x-frame base. Low tables that were initially used as tea or coffee tables have been around since at least the mid- to late-1800s. After coffee drinking and “coffee breaks” became popular, it didn’t take long for coffee and cocktail tables to become a design staple and for consumers to recognize their role in entertaining no matter what beverages were being served. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary tray top coffee tables from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
How much does a coffee table cost?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, a coffee table costs between $160 and $495,500.
How do I style a Noguchi coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Styling a Noguchi coffee table really depends on the space you’re placing it in. The possibilities are far-reaching, so consider the colors and coordination of the other furniture and fixtures around the table. Noguchi tables look beautiful on their own or styled with flowers, books or pottery. Shop a selection of Isamu Noguchi pieces on 1stDibs.
How do you style an oval coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
To style an oval coffee table, create balance with opposites. Choose a sofa and accent chairs with a boxier shape for a striking contrast. Place a rectangular tray in the center and use it to display decorative accents or to store remotes and coasters. Another approach to decorating an oval table is to use decorative accents at different heights. Think of a tall vase placed next to a low bowl and a small sculpture positioned on top of two stacked coffee table books. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of oval coffee tables.
How do you stack books on a coffee table?
1 Answer
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.
What is the best coffee table for a sectional?
1 Answer
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.
How do I authenticate my Noguchi coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To authenticate your Noguchi coffee table, there are three different marks to look for. Isamu Noguchi’s signature will be on the edge of the table and on a medallion under the base. Even under the medallion, you will find Noguchi’s initials. Shop a collection of properly vetted Noguchi pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is a tall coffee table called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
A tall coffee table is usually called exactly that — a tall coffee table. Coffee tables, also referred to as cocktail tables, are generally designed to sit at or below the sofa's seat height. These tables may come in a range of sizes, but they are often between 16 and 18 inches high and are designed in a variety of lengths and widths. They’re meant to provide a practical table-top surface that complements your living room layout. (A tall version might also be suitable for use as a dining table.) Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tall coffee tables from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
Why are modern coffee tables so low?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Modern coffee tables tend to be low because they’re most commonly placed in front of couches and chairs. Historically, coffee tables were placed behind the couch which necessitated a taller table. Over time, as styles changed and coffee tables came to be positioned in front of couches, their heights were lowered to accommodate the modern arrangement. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage and contemporary coffee tables from some of the world’s top sellers.
Are glass coffee tables durable?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
Whether glass coffee tables are durable depends on the craftsmanship and the materials. Generally, tables with tempered glass are less likely to shatter and break. How well you care for a coffee table will also impact its life span. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of glass coffee tables.
How do you date a Lane coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
To date a Lane coffee table, look for the serial number on the underside of the piece. On most Lane coffee tables, reading the number from right to left will tell you the date that the table was manufactured. For example, a serial number that says 852140 would have been produced on April 12, 1958. Founded in Virginia in the early 20th century, Lane is largely known for its cedar chests and innovative mid-century modern designs. Find a variety of Lane coffee tables on 1stDibs.
What is the best height for a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
The best height for a coffee table is around 1 to 2 inches lower than the seat height of the adjacent sofa. Most sofas feature seat heights of around 17 or 18 inches. As a result, the most common height for coffee tables is 15 to 17 inches. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of coffee tables.
Should a coffee table be lower than a couch?
1 Answer
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.

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