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Why is it called a coffee table?
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Coffee tables were originally used in living spaces during social gatherings to support a tray containing multiple mugs, a coffee pot, creamers and sugar bowls. Low to the ground and centrally located in the space, coffee tables reduced the host or hostess’s need to constantly stand and serve her guests.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
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Giuseppe Rivadossi 'Blocco Galla' Coffee Table in Swiss Pine
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Giuseppe Rivadossi, 'Blocco Galla' coffee table, Swiss pine, Italy, ca. 1969
This captivating monolithic 'Blocco Galla' coffee table is designed by Giuseppe Rivadossi, dating around...
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Pine
Roger Capron Rare 'Alouette' Coffee Table in Ceramic Tiles and Wood
By Roger Capron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Roger Capron 'Alouette' coffee table, ceramic beige tiles, beech, France, 1960s
A striking and rare coffee table by Roger Capron, model 'Alouette', crafted in France. The design co...
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Ceramic, Beech
Mario Bellini for Cassina 'Pianura' Low Coffee Table in Walnut
By Cassina, Mario Bellini
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Mario Bellini for Cassina, 'Pianura' coffee table, walnut, rubber, Italy, 1971
Designed by Mario Bellini for Cassina in 1971, the ‘Pianura’ coffee table is defined by its low and b...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Rubber, Walnut
Ceramic Horn Heads Coffee Table Italy 1970s
Located in Čelinac, BA
Hend Mafe Ceramic Horn Heads Coffee Table Italy 1970s
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Ceramic, Glass
Rare Round Cylindrical Travertine Coffee Table, 1970s.
Located in Toronto, ON
Stunning round two piece travertine coffee table. This travertine table features a rounded table top with an unfilled cylinder base. It is two pieces, the table top has a rounded pla...
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Travertine
Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Coffee Table by Lane
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Walnut
