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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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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
Materials
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
Materials
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
30% Off
Oval Brass & Glass Coffee Table by Mastercraft, Grand Rapids, MI.
By Mastercraft
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1970s oval brass & glass coffee table by Mastercraft, Grand Rapids, MI. Mid century modern. Elegant, tapered faux bamboo legs with medallion centered cross stretchers.
29.5" x...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Brass
Mastercraft Brass and Glass Ming Coffee Table c. 1970s
By Mastercraft
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Ming tables have adorned royalty for dynasties and with this brass 1970s Ming coffee table by Mastercraft you can see why. Wide brass Asian Ming legs curve out and away from the coffee table with a sense of optimism and prosperity. They anchor the chic coffee and gently glow. Scrolled feet finish and accentuate the flowing legs. See photo 2 to really grasp how this table glows and incorporates surrounding pieces in its brass reflections. Thick tempered beveled glass with cut corners to highlight those forward arching legs. Glass sits atop a split brass square base. The lower table base section angles in purposeful symmetry with the tables legs for uninterrupted lines and reflections. A table fit for royalty dressed in modern couture. Want to see more beautiful things? Scroll down below and click "View All From Seller" or favorite our shop to get your 1stDibs on our new inventory.
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Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Brass
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.
Measures:...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Brass
