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What is a skinny table called?

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What is a skinny table called?
A skinny table is formally called a console table. It is a long, horizontal and narrow table that is generally positioned behind a sofa or couch. It usually matches the sofa or couch in height but is a few inches shorter in length. Shop a range of antique and vintage console tables on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
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Japanese Antique Primitive Low Table 1860s-1900s / Sofa Table Wabi Sabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an antique primitive-style low table from Japan. While it stands quietly, the moment it is placed in a space it commands a powerful presence. The piece beautifully harmonizes...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Primitive Sofa Tables

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Japanese Antique Primitive Low Table 1860s-1900s / Sofa Table Wabi Sabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an old Japanese primitive-style low table. It dates to the Meiji period (1860s–1900s) and was originally used in everyday life, discovered in an old farmhouse. Free from orna...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Primitive Sofa Tables

Materials

Wood

Japanese Antique Low Table 1900s-1940s / Primitive Side Table Wabisabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an old Japanese primitive-style low table. It is a piece of furniture that was actually used during the early Shōwa period (1900s–1940s) and was discovered in a traditional f...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Primitive Sofa Tables

Materials

Cedar

Large Low Pink Single Form Coffee / Sofa Table - Customisable
Located in Leicester, GB
The large Single Form coffee table is an elemental design with a focus on form and function. Made in powder-coated aluminium, the Single Form coffee table looks heavy and solid but i...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Minimalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Large Mid-Century Maison Jansen Design Brass and Glass Coffee Table, Showcase
Located in Vilnius, LT
Large mid-century Maison Jansen design brass and glass coffee table - showcase. The top of this table is with showcase function and opens to one side. Very solid and heavy.
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Large Low Green Single Form Coffee / Sofa Table - Customisable
Located in Leicester, GB
The large Single Form coffee table is an elemental design with a focus on form and function. Made in powder-coated aluminium, the Single Form coffee table looks heavy and solid but i...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Minimalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

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