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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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Biomorphic “Sanders” Sculpted Coffee Table by Room & Board
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Condition
Materials: Walnut-Stained Oak Wood, Original Glass Top
Style: Contemporary Modern
This striking sculpted coffee table by Room & Board features a biomor...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Glass, Oak
Expertly Restored - Adrian Pearsall Sculpted Coffee Table w/ Stingray Glass Top
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Glass, Wood, Walnut
Emergence Collection Rosewood Oval or Round Coffee Table by Aaron Saxton
Located in South Charleston, WV
The Emergence collection released January 2026 by Aaron Saxton, designed and built in the USA. As shown 54x36x15 3/8" tall. There is a separate listing for the walnut model, while th...
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2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Oak, Walnut, Teak, Rosewood, Mahogany, Ebony, Cherry
Unique 54-inch Oval Walnut Coffee Table by Aaron Saxton
Located in South Charleston, WV
New images and video added 23 Jan 2026. Coffee Table 36x54x16" tall. May be reduced to 15.25" if required, This model is the prototype and was produced for a series we are releasing ...
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2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Walnut
Set Bold Blend Coffee Table Large + Medium + Small
By Mohdern
Located in Milano, Lombardia
The Bold Coffee Table Blend Large offers a harmonious balance between wood and marble, with wooden legs combined with an elegant marble top that is available in a range of marble opt...
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2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Travertine
$14,896 / item
Antique Italian Walnut Burl Inlay Console Side Table with Bobbin Turned Legs
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful antique Italian solid walnut side coffee table console with veneer wood inlay decor and framed top over four beautifully walnut Bobbin turned twisted carved side legs, conn...
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20th Century Italian Renaissance Side Tables
Materials
Wood
