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Why are modern coffee tables so low?

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Why are modern coffee tables so low?
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
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

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

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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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

Mastercraft Mid Century Coffee Table
By Mastercraft
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Mastercraft Mid Century Coffee Table This coffee table measures: 36 wide x 36 deep x 16 inches high We take our photos in a controlled lighting studio to show as much detail as pos...
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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
A one of a kind Brutalist style Mastercraft coffee table by Artist Bernhard Rohne features acid etched brass panels set into an ebonized wood table frame with brass piping and temper...
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Vintage 1970s American Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Metal, Brass

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