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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
Roger Capron, "Shogun" coffee table, signed, 1960 , France
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Roger Capron "Shogun" Coffee Table, 1960s French Design, Ceramic & Wood, Japandi Style Description: This iconic "Shogun" coffee table by Roger Capron, created in France during ...
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Ceramic, Wood

"Freeform Too" Organic Modern Coffee Table by Last Workshop, Walnut
Located in Chicago, IL
"Freeform Too" Coffee Table by Last Workshop In natural walnut finish with natural oak legs. 58"L x 33" x 14"H A unique and intriguing silhouette of a modern coffee table. A thick 2...
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2010s American Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Hardwood, Walnut

Constellation Coffee Table in Shagreen, Shell and Brass by Kifu Paris
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Ta...

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Brass

1980s Extra-Large Granite Coffee Table with Pedestal Base
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Monumental coffee table produced in the Netherlands during the 1980s demonstrates the period's embrace of raw, elemental materials. The design relies on pure geometric forms: a thick...
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Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Stone, Granite

PIERRE CHAPO "T18" Coffee Table
Located in Forest, BE
Pierre Chapo was a reknown French furniture designer and craftsman. He was initially interested in becoming a professional painter, however, after meeting with a shipbuilder who intr...
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Vintage 1960s French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood

Maitland Smith Japanese Meiji Style Red Lacquered Bamboo Motif Coffee Table 48"
Located in Dayton, OH
An exquisite Japanese Meiji inspired Cocktail Table or Storage Chest by Maitland Smith, circa 1980s. Features a red-orange lacquered case designed with a golden painted bamboo shoot...
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Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Hardwood, Lacquer, Paint

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