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When did coffee tables become popular?

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When did coffee tables become popular?
Coffee tables became popular in the 1920s and ’30s. Pieces from this time period often show off the characteristics of Art Deco design, such as metal accents, mirrored finishes and the use of exotic woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. Coffee tables first came into use during the Victorian era, largely in response to the rise of coffee houses in London. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary coffee tables.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
Pierre Chapo Inspired Brutalist Solid Oak Tripod Coffee Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Solid oak coffee table in the Brutalist tradition, inspired by the work of Pierre Chapo. The thick circular top is cut from solid oak with pronounced grain across the surface; three ...
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Oak

Roger Capron Rare 'Alouette' Coffee Table in Ceramic Tiles and Wood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Roger Capron 'Alouette' coffee table, ceramic beige tiles, beech, France, 1960s A striking and rare coffee table by Roger Capron, model 'Alouette', crafted in France. The design co...
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Ceramic, Beech

Italian Sculptural Coffee Table 24kt Gold Plated Aluminium, Crystal Glass Top
Located in Ancona, Marche
The Vertigo Gold sculptural coffee table is composed of 24 aluminum elements, each meticulously mirror-polished and individually plated in 24kt gold. A true jewel, the piece captivat...
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2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Crystal, Aluminum, Gold Plate

Giuseppe Rivadossi 'Blocco Galla' Coffee Table in Swiss Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Giuseppe Rivadossi, 'Blocco Galla' coffee table, Swiss pine, Italy, ca. 1969 This captivating monolithic 'Blocco Galla' coffee table is designed by Giuseppe Rivadossi, dating around...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Pine

Mario Bellini for Cassina 'Pianura' Low Coffee Table in Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mario Bellini for Cassina, 'Pianura' coffee table, walnut, rubber, Italy, 1971 Designed by Mario Bellini for Cassina in 1971, the ‘Pianura’ coffee table is defined by its low and b...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Rubber, Walnut

Ceramic Horn Heads Coffee Table Italy 1970s
Located in Čelinac, BA
Hend Mafe Ceramic Horn Heads Coffee Table Italy 1970s
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Glass

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