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Should a console table be taller than a couch?

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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.

1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
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Contemporary Adoni Sofa in Dark Blue Wool with Walnut Legs
Located in Trowbridge, Wiltshire
The Adoni Sofa is a striking and beautifully prominent piece of furniture, with biscuit tufting that demonstrates fine skill of contemporary craft. Shown here: Upholstered in Moon Me...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Sofas

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Wool

American Designer, Sofa, Wood, Brass, Velvet, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood, brass and brown yellow velvet sofa or settee designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s. Scratching and other wear present to wood consistent with age and use. Reupholstere...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Brass

Bertu Sofa, Mondo Modern Sofa, Maple
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
2. This Modern Maple Mondo Sofa is beautifully constructed from solid wood and veneer in Ohio, USA. The sofa's silhouette is low, simple, and modern with comfortable reversible back ...
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2010s American Modern Sofas

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Maple

Large curved sofa with carved wooden supports, Italy, 1950s
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A large and beautiful curved sofa with carved wooden supports, Italian manufacture, 1950s This impressive curved sofa, crafted in Italy during the 1950s, is a true centerpiece for a...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Velvet, Walnut

William Hinn Attribution, Sofa, Wood, Fabric, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood and blue fabric sofa attributed to William Hinn, Sweden, c. 1950s. Vintage fabric in fair condition Wear consistent with age and use Overall Dimensions (inches): 32.5"H x 8...
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofas

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Fabric, Wood

Frits Henningsen, Sofa, Mahogany, Fabric, Denmark, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A mahogany and beige fabric sofa designed and produced by Frits Henningsen, Denmark, c. 1930s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 29.75"H x 88.25"W x 31.0"D Seat Height (inches): 17.75" ...
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Vintage 1930s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofas

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Fabric, Mahogany

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