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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
Bernhard Rohne for Mastercraft Acid Etched Metal & Glass Brutalist Coffee Table
By Mastercraft, Bernhard Rohne
Located in Saint Louis, MO
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Vintage 1970s American Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Metal, Brass
Hollywood Regency Mastercraft Greek Key Brass Coffee Table
By Mastercraft
Located in Chicago, IL
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The brass finish shows a fair amount of age including light scratch...
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Rare and Refined Brass Coffee Table by Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in Danville, CA
Sophisticated brass coffee table raised on sculpted brass legs with stylized hooved feet by Mastercraft. The brass has its beautiful original antiqued finish along with its bevelled ...
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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
Materials
Brass
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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Vintage 1970s American Classical Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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