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Why are modern coffee tables so low?
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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.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Mastercraft Midcentury Hollywood Regency Brass and Glass Cocktail Table, 1970s
By Mastercraft
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency coffee or cocktail table
By Mastercraft Furniture
USA, circa 1970s
Brass, with beveled smoked glass inserts.
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Brass
Hollywood Regency Mastercraft Tiered Brass & Glass Coffee Table, 1970's
By Mastercraft
Located in Bedford Hills, NY
A commanding and sophisticated square coffee table by Mastercraft, dating to the 1970s. This piece perfectly encapsulates the transition from Mid Century Modernism to the high-glamou...
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Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Brass
Hollywood Regency Mastercraft Rectangular Greek Key Brass & Glass Coffee Table
By Mastercraft
Located in St. Louis, MO
1970s Hollywood Regency Greek Key coffee table by Mastercraft with glass bevel edge top on brass frame. The brass tone base has a rich warm patina, the glass has some scratches and ...
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Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Brass
Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Coffee Table
By Mastercraft, Bernhard Rohne
Located in Germantown, MD
Stunning Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft coffee table clad in brass and Bernhard Rohne's acid etched banding. Beautiful high quality glass top. Measures 45" round and 16.5" tall.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Brass
$2,660 Sale Price
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Mastercraft Faux Bamboo Brass & Glass Coffee Table
By Mastercraft
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This Mastercraft faux bamboo brass and glass coffee table embodies the timeless elegance and refined craftsmanship that has made Mastercraft a celebrated name in luxury furniture des...
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Brass
Mid-Century Mastercraft Solid Brass Racetrack Coffee Table with Oval Glass Top
By Mastercraft
Located in West Palm Beach, US
Mid-Century Mastercraft Solid Brass Racetrack Coffee Table with Oval Glass Top
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A refined mid-century modern racetrack-form coffee table by Mastercraft, executed in ...
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Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Brass
