Why is it called a coffee table?

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.

Is an ottoman a coffee table?

Typically, an ottoman is not a coffee table. An ottoman is a small cushioned seat without a back or arm rests. You can shop a collection of vintage and contemporary ottomans from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What size should a coffee table be?

A coffee table should generally be two-thirds as long as the sofa it stands in front of and around the same height as the sofa’s seat cushions.

Who invented the coffee table?

No one knows for sure who invented the coffee table. The earliest examples of the occasional table can be traced back to Victorian-era Britain. At that time, makers like William Watt and Collinson and Lock were producing coffee tables in large quantities.Notably, F. Stuart Foote, the designer behind the American Imperial Furniture Company, claimed to have invented the coffee table in the early 20th century. He stated that he did so by cutting down the legs of a dining table. However, it's unlikely that Foote is the actual inventor of the coffee table, as books describing coffee tables existed in the UK a decade before his birth in 1872.Shop a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

What is the difference between a coffee table and a cocktail table?

While both pieces are relatively new to the furniture world, the main difference between them are their shapes. A cocktail table is generally square or rectangular in shape, while a coffee table tends to be oval or circular in shape. You can shop a collection of furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is the difference between a sofa table and a coffee table?

The difference between a sofa table and a coffee table is that a sofa table is always behind the sofa and a coffee table is in front of it. Additionally, a sofa table is the same height as the sofa and a coffee table is much shorter.

Are end tables taller than coffee tables?

Yes, end tables are generally taller than coffee tables .The term “end table” is frequently used interchangeably with “coffee table,” and while these two furnishings have much in common, each table type offers its own distinctive benefits in your space.Your end table is likely going to stand as tall as the arms of your sofa , and its depth will match the seating . These attributes allow for tucking the table neatly at the end of your sofa in order to provide an elevated surface between your seating and the wall. End tables are accent pieces — they’re a close cousin to side tables , but side tables, not unlike the show-stealing low-profile coffee table, are intended to be positioned prominently and have more to do with the flow and design of a room than an end table, which does a great job but does it out of the way of everything else.Find all kinds of antique and vintage tables on 1stDibs.

What is a tray top coffee table?

Tray top coffee tables are coffee tables with long, flat rectangular surfaces that are supported by an x-frame base. Low tables that were initially used as tea or coffee tables have been around since at least the mid- to late-1800s. After coffee drinking and “coffee breaks” became popular, it didn’t take long for coffee and cocktail tables to become a design staple and for consumers to recognize their role in entertaining no matter what beverages were being served. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary tray top coffee tables from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

How much does a coffee table cost?

On 1stdibs, a coffee table costs between $160 and $495,500.

How do I style a Noguchi coffee table?

Styling a Noguchi coffee table really depends on the space you’re placing it in. The possibilities are far-reaching, so consider the colors and coordination of the other furniture and fixtures around the table. Noguchi tables look beautiful on their own or styled with flowers, books or pottery. Shop a selection of Isamu Noguchi pieces on 1stDibs.

How do you style an oval coffee table?

To style an oval coffee table, create balance with opposites. Choose a sofa and accent chairs with a boxier shape for a striking contrast. Place a rectangular tray in the center and use it to display decorative accents or to store remotes and coasters. Another approach to decorating an oval table is to use decorative accents at different heights. Think of a tall vase placed next to a low bowl and a small sculpture positioned on top of two stacked coffee table books. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of oval coffee tables.

How do you stack books on a coffee table?

To stack books on a coffee table, place the largest one on the bottom with the spine facing the focal piece of furniture, usually the sofa. Then, add the next largest, lining up the inner edges so that the spines create a stepped effect. Continue adding books to complete the stack and top it off with a decorative object if you wish. Shop a variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

Should a coffee table be lower than a couch?

Yes, a coffee table should generally be lower than a couch. However, the top of the table should only be slightly lower than the couch to maintain a balanced look. A good rule of thumb is to choose a table no more than one inch shorter than your sofa's seat height. Explore a large collection of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

How big should a coffee table be for a sectional?

How big a coffee table for a sectional should be depends on the dimensions of the sectional. For a balanced look, a coffee table should be roughly two-thirds of the length of the sofa portion of a sofa and chaise sectional. If you have an L-shaped sofa, the coffee table should be around two-thirds of the length of each arm. Find a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

What is the average height of a coffee table?

The average height of a coffee table is around 16 to 18 inches. Designers typically choose this height to create a balance between coffee tables and sofas. The average seat height of sofas is 17 to 18 inches, and experts typically recommend that coffee tables be no more than 1 inch shorter than sofa-seat height. Explore a diverse assortment of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

What is the best coffee table for a sectional?

The best coffee table for a sectional can be a round coffee table, particularly with respect to U-shaped sectionals. The circular design creates a sense of balance in small spaces and renders it easy for guests to move to and fro, especially when surrounded by chairs. Find a collection of antique and vintage coffee tables on 1stDibs today.

How do I authenticate my Noguchi coffee table?

To authenticate your Noguchi coffee table, there are three different marks to look for. Isamu Noguchi’s signature will be on the edge of the table and on a medallion under the base. Even under the medallion, you will find Noguchi’s initials. Shop a collection of properly vetted Noguchi pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is a tall coffee table called?

A tall coffee table is usually called exactly that — a tall coffee table. Coffee tables, also referred to as cocktail tables, are generally designed to sit at or below the sofa's seat height. These tables may come in a range of sizes, but they are often between 16 and 18 inches high and are designed in a variety of lengths and widths. They’re meant to provide a practical table-top surface that complements your living room layout. (A tall version might also be suitable for use as a dining table.) Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tall coffee tables from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

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.

Are glass coffee tables durable?

Whether glass coffee tables are durable depends on the craftsmanship and the materials. Generally, tables with tempered glass are less likely to shatter and break. How well you care for a coffee table will also impact its life span. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of glass coffee tables.

Anthracite Coffee Table

Pink Laminate

Red Marble Console

Italian Bistro Table

Patricia Urquiola For Glas Italia

Orange Console Table

Table Service

Red Lacquer Round Table

Pluto Table

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Anthracite Aluminium, 2017

H 12.6 in W 27.2 in D 23.6 in

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Anthracite Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Anthracite Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Anthracite Aluminium, 2017

H 16.1 in W 50 in D 20 in

Bob Coffee Table Top Covered with Leather Pelle SC 10 Anthracite

By Poltrona Frau, Jean-Marie Massaud

Located in New York, NY

table have a steel base in the gunmetal grey finishes and a top in Pelle Frau® SC 10 leather anthracite

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Bob Coffee Table Top Covered with Leather Pelle SC 10 Anthracite

H 20 in Dm 18 in

Mariolina Coffee Table in London Gray Fenix Top with Anthracite Legs by E-GGS

By Miniforms, E-GGS

Located in Brooklyn, NY

method and suitable for everyday life. Coffee table in birch plywood and fenix top. Base in lacquered

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Iron

Mariolina Coffee Table in London Gray Fenix Top with Anthracite Legs by E-GGS

H 18.43 in W 20.08 in D 18.04 in

Big Sur Sofa Table High by Fogia, Anthracite Glass , Black Legs

By Simon Klenell, FOGIA

Located in Paris, FR

Big Sur Sofa Table High by Fogia Designers: Simon Klenell & Kristoffer Sundin Width: 95 cm 37 in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktai...

Materials

Glass, Oak

Big Sur Sofa Table High by Fogia, Anthracite Glass , Black Legs

H 17.72 in W 37.41 in D 37.41 in

Amiral Coffee Table

By Giorgetti S.p.A.

Located in Milan, IT

Embodying contemporary refinement, this stupendous coffee table will imbue sophistication into

Category

2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Amiral Coffee Table

H 16.54 in W 28.75 in D 53.75 in

Yeshi Oval Coffee Table

Located in Paris, FR

Coffee Table Yeshi Oval with all structure in hand-crafted limestone in dark anthracite grey

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Romanian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Limestone

Yeshi Oval Coffee Table

H 11.03 in W 55.12 in D 24.41 in

Polyline No2 Coffee Table

By Aleksandar Ugresic

Located in Beograd, RS

This coffee table is made from the combination of solid wood and perforated and profiled steel, 3-5

Category

2010s Balkan Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Polyline No2 Coffee Table

H 15.36 in W 39.38 in D 18.9 in

Steel & Crystal Coffee Table from Cidue, 1970s

By Cidue

Located in Montelabbate, PU

CIDUE steel coffee table with anthracite colored crystal. Packaging with bubble wrap and cardboard

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Crystal, Steel

Steel & Crystal Coffee Table from Cidue, 1970s

H 13.78 in W 47.25 in D 31.5 in

LIQUEFY Coffee Tables by Patricia Urquiola for Glas Italia

By Patricia Urquiola, Glas Italia

Located in Macherio, IT

High and low oval-shaped tables in tempered extra light glass, with faded and irregular decoration

Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass

LIQUEFY Coffee Tables by Patricia Urquiola for Glas Italia

H 16.15 in W 47.25 in D 35.44 in

LIQUEFY Coffee Tables, by Patricia Urquiola for Glas Italia

By Glas Italia, Patricia Urquiola

Located in Macherio, IT

High and low oval-shaped tables in tempered extra light glass, with faded and irregular decoration

Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass

LIQUEFY Coffee Tables, by Patricia Urquiola for Glas Italia

H 20.08 in W 23.63 in D 19.69 in

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Saffron Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Saffron Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Saffron Aluminium, 2017

H 12.6 in W 27.2 in D 23.6 in

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Terracotta Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Terracotta Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Terracotta Aluminium, 2017

H 12.6 in W 27.2 in D 23.6 in

LIQUEFY Coffee Tables Designed by Patricia Urquiola for Glas Italia

By Glas Italia, Patricia Urquiola

Located in Macherio, IT

High and low oval-shaped tables in tempered extra light glass, with faded and irregular decoration

Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass

LIQUEFY Coffee Tables Designed by Patricia Urquiola for Glas Italia

H 18.12 in W 35.44 in D 23.63 in

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Yellow Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Yellow Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The week

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Yellow Aluminium, 2017

H 12.6 in W 27.2 in D 23.6 in

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Burgundy Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Burgundy Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Burgundy Aluminium, 2017

H 12.6 in W 27.2 in D 23.6 in

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Ivory Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Ivory Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Ivory Aluminium, 2017

H 16.1 in W 50 in D 20 in

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Black Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Black Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Black Aluminium, 2017

H 16.1 in W 50 in D 20 in

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in White Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in White Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in White Aluminium, 2017

H 16.1 in W 50 in D 20 in

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Blue Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Blue Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Blue Aluminium, 2017

H 16.1 in W 50 in D 20 in

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Coral Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Coral Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Coral Aluminium, 2017

H 16.1 in W 50 in D 20 in

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Terracotta Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Terracotta Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Terracotta Aluminium, 2017

H 16.1 in W 50 in D 20 in

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Gold Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Gold Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Gold Aluminium, 2017

H 16.1 in W 50 in D 20 in

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Blush Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Blush Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Blush Aluminium, 2017

H 16.1 in W 50 in D 20 in

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Jade Green Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Jade Green Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Jade Green Aluminium, 2017

H 12.6 in W 27.2 in D 23.6 in

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Glass Green Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Glass Green Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Glass Green Aluminium, 2017

H 12.6 in W 27.2 in D 23.6 in

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Yellow Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Yellow Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Yellow Aluminium, 2017

H 16.1 in W 50 in D 20 in

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Pastel Green Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Pastel Green Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Pastel Green Aluminium, 2017

H 12.6 in W 27.2 in D 23.6 in

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Dune Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Dune Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Dune Aluminium, 2017

H 16.1 in W 50 in D 20 in

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Pearl Grey Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Pearl Grey Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Pearl Grey Aluminium, 2017

H 12.6 in W 27.2 in D 23.6 in

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Burgundy Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Burgundy Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Burgundy Aluminium, 2017

H 16.1 in W 50 in D 20 in

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Saffron Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Saffron Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Saffron Aluminium, 2017

H 16.1 in W 50 in D 20 in

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Azur Blue Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Azur Blue Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Azur Blue Aluminium, 2017

H 12.6 in W 27.2 in D 23.6 in

Italian Mid-Century White Statuary Marble Coffee Table by Mac Architecture, 1980

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian mid-century White statuary marble coffee table by Mac Architecture, 1980s Coffee table with

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Iron

Italian Mid-Century White Statuary Marble Coffee Table by Mac Architecture, 1980

H 18.51 in W 22.45 in D 17.13 in

Mastea High Coffee Table in Murano Glass & Walnut Base, by Matteo Zorzenoni

By Miniforms, Matteo Zorzenoni

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This high coffee and side-table comes with a base and top in Canaletto walnut, natural ash, ash

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Blown Glass

Mastea High Coffee Table in Murano Glass & Walnut Base, by Matteo Zorzenoni

H 20.48 in Dm 13.78 in

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Ivory Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Ivory Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The week

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Ivory Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler

H 12.6 in W 27.2 in D 23.6 in

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Pastel Green Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Pastel Green Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Pastel Green Aluminium, 2017

H 16.1 in W 50 in D 20 in

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Jade Green Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Jade Green Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Jade Green Aluminium, 2017

H 16.1 in W 50 in D 20 in

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Black Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Black Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The week

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Black Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler

H 12.6 in W 27.2 in D 23.6 in

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Blush Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Blush Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The week

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Blush Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler

H 12.6 in W 27.2 in D 23.6 in

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Azur Blue Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Azur Blue Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Azur Blue Aluminium, 2017

H 16.1 in W 50 in D 20 in

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Glass Green Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Glass Green Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Glass Green Aluminium, 2017

H 16.1 in W 50 in D 20 in

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Gold Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Gold Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The week

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Gold Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler

H 12.6 in W 27.2 in D 23.6 in

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Pearl Grey Aluminium, 2017

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Pearl Grey Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Long Coffee Table in Pearl Grey Aluminium, 2017

H 16.1 in W 50 in D 20 in

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Blue Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Blue Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The week

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Blue Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler

H 12.6 in W 27.2 in D 23.6 in

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in White Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in White Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The week

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in White Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler

H 12.6 in W 27.2 in D 23.6 in

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Dune Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Dune Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The week

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Dune Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler

H 12.6 in W 27.2 in D 23.6 in

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Coral Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler

By Studio Brichet-Ziegler

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Coral Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler, 2017 The week

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Petite Friture Week-End Coffee Table in Coral Aluminium by Studio BrichetZiegler

H 12.6 in W 27.2 in D 23.6 in

"Cuginetto" Tempered Glass and Steel Coffee Table by Enzo Mari for Driade

By Enzo Mari, Driade

Located in Brooklyn, NY

"Cuginetto" is a coffee table, designed by Enzo Mari and manufactured by Driade, featuring a black

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

"Cuginetto" Tempered Glass and Steel Coffee Table by Enzo Mari for Driade

H 19.6 in Dm 24.4 in

Aurora Coffee Table in Ceramic and White or Ebonized Oak by Danny Kaplan Studio

By Danny Kaplan Studio

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Inspired by Brutalist cityscapes, the Aurora Coffee Table features three geometric ceramic legs

Category

2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Oak, Ceramic

Aurora Coffee Table in Ceramic and White or Ebonized Oak by Danny Kaplan Studio

H 16 in W 62.5 in D 43 in

MDF Italia Customizable Set of Two Rock Mini coffee tables by Jean Marie Massaud

By MDF Italia

Located in New York, NY

Tables: coffee tables with a strong personality, in which the lines of the collection are appropriately

Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stone, Cement

MDF Italia Customizable Set of Two Rock Mini coffee tables by Jean Marie Massaud

H 18.12 in Dm 31.5 in

Mastea Low Coffee Table in Murano Glass and Walnut Base, by Matteo Zorzenoni

By Miniforms, Matteo Zorzenoni

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This low coffee and side-table comes with a base and top in Canaletto walnut, natural ash, ash

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Blown Glass, Wood

Mastea Low Coffee Table in Murano Glass and Walnut Base, by Matteo Zorzenoni

H 16.54 in Dm 19.49 in

Ludovica and Roberto Palomba Driade "App" Outdoor Table, 2017

By Ludovica + Roberto Palomba 1, Driade

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The small table App, mainly intended for outdoor use, is ideal for versatile wide functions

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Plastic

Ludovica and Roberto Palomba Driade "App" Outdoor Table, 2017

H 28.7 in W 31.4 in D 31.4 in

Big Sur Low Table by Fogia, Brown Glass, Wenge Legs

By FOGIA, Simon Klenell

Located in Paris, FR

Big Sur Low Table by Fogia Designers: Simon Klenell & Kristoffer Sundin Width: 110 cm 43 in Depth

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Polish Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail ...

Materials

Glass, Oak

Big Sur Low Table by Fogia, Brown Glass, Wenge Legs

H 10.63 in W 39.38 in D 43.31 in

Charlotte Perriand Table À Plateau Interchangeable for Cassina, Italy, new

By Cassina, Charlotte Perriand

Located in Berlin, DE

(extra clear or anthracite smoked). Table designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1937. Relaunched in 2019

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cock...

Materials

Marble

Charlotte Perriand Table À Plateau Interchangeable for Cassina, Italy, new

H 16.54 in Dm 29.53 in

Art Deco Alaíde Side Table Calacatta Marble Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple

By GF Modern, Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

Alaíde side table, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. The elegant and refined

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Travertine, Marble, Onyx

Art Deco Alaíde Side Table Calacatta Marble Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple

H 20.48 in Dm 19.69 in

Lord YI Tables by Philippe Starck, Available in Black or White Marble Top

By Philippe Starck

Located in Brooklyn, NY

LORD YI tables by Philippe Starck for Driade Grey or black anthracite painted aluminum base and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Lord YI Tables by Philippe Starck, Available in Black or White Marble Top

H 28.7 in Dm 23.6 in

"Fratello" Low Tempered Glass Double-Top Table Designed by Enzo Mari for Driade

By Driade, Enzo Mari

Located in Brooklyn, NY

"Fratello" is a low double-top table, designed by Enzo Mari and manufactured by Driade, with a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

"Fratello" Low Tempered Glass Double-Top Table Designed by Enzo Mari for Driade

H 19.6 in W 78.7 in D 19.6 in

"Tokyo-Pop" White or Black Monobloc High Table by Tokujin Yoshioka for Driade

By Tokujin Yoshioka, Driade

Located in Brooklyn, NY

"Tokyo-Pop" is a white or black anthracite polyethylene monobloc iconic high table, designed by

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Plastic

"Tokyo-Pop" White or Black Monobloc High Table by Tokujin Yoshioka for Driade

H 35.4 in W 25.9 in D 21.6 in

"Tokyo-Pop" White or Black Monobloc Low Table or Stool by T. Yoshioka for Driade

By Tokujin Yoshioka, Driade

Located in Brooklyn, NY

"Tokyo-Pop" is a white or black anthracite polyethylene monobloc iconic low table or stool

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Plastic

"Tokyo-Pop" White or Black Monobloc Low Table or Stool by T. Yoshioka for Driade

H 15.7 in W 15.7 in D 14.9 in

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Anthracite Coffee Table For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the anthracite coffee table you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, stone and animal skin, every anthracite coffee table was constructed with great care. When you’re browsing for the right anthracite coffee table, those designed in Modern styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one anthracite coffee table that is appealing in its simplicity, but Juan and Paloma Garrido, Monolithe édition and Pierre Dubourg produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Anthracite Coffee Table?

Prices for a anthracite coffee table can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $414 and can go as high as $29,586, while the average can fetch as much as $1,710.

Finding the Right Tables for You

The right vintage, new or antique tables can help make any space in your home stand out.

Over the years, the variety of tables available to us, as well as our specific needs for said tables, has broadened. Today, with all manner of these must-have furnishings differing in shape, material and style, any dining room table can shine just as brightly as the guests who gather around it.

Remember, when shopping for a dining table, it must fit your dining area, and you need to account for space around the table too — think outside the box, as an oval dining table may work for tighter spaces. Alternatively, if you’ve got the room, a Regency-style dining table can elevate any formal occasion at mealtime.

Innovative furniture makers and designers have also redefined what a table can be. Whether it’s an unconventional Ping-Pong table, a brass side table to display your treasured collectibles or a Louis Vuitton steamer trunk to add an air of nostalgia to your loft, your table can say a lot about you.

The visionary work of French designer Xavier Lavergne, for example, includes tables that draw on the forms of celestial bodies as often as they do aquatic creatures or fossils. Elsewhere, Italian architect Gae Aulenti, who looked to Roman architecture in crafting her stately Jumbo coffee table, created clever glass-topped mobile coffee tables that move on bicycle tires or sculpted wood wheels for Fontana Arte.

Coffee and cocktail tables can serve as a room’s centerpiece with attention-grabbing details and colors. Glass varieties will keep your hardwood flooring and dazzling area rugs on display, while a marble or stone coffee table in a modern interior can showcase your prized art books and decorative objects. A unique vintage desk or writing table can bring sophistication and even a bit of spice to your work life.

No matter your desired form or function, a quality table for your living space is a sound investment. On 1stDibs, browse a collection of vintage, new and antique bedside tables, mid-century end tables and more .

Questions About Anthracite Coffee Table

Why is it called a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
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.
Is an ottoman a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Typically, an ottoman is not a coffee table. An ottoman is a small cushioned seat without a back or arm rests. You can shop a collection of vintage and contemporary ottomans from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What size should a coffee table be?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A coffee table should generally be two-thirds as long as the sofa it stands in front of and around the same height as the sofa’s seat cushions.
Who invented the coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
No one knows for sure who invented the coffee table. The earliest examples of the occasional table can be traced back to Victorian-era Britain. At that time, makers like William Watt and Collinson and Lock were producing coffee tables in large quantities.

Notably, F. Stuart Foote, the designer behind the American Imperial Furniture Company, claimed to have invented the coffee table in the early 20th century. He stated that he did so by cutting down the legs of a dining table. However, it's unlikely that Foote is the actual inventor of the coffee table, as books describing coffee tables existed in the UK a decade before his birth in 1872.

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What is the difference between a coffee table and a cocktail table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
While both pieces are relatively new to the furniture world, the main difference between them are their shapes. A cocktail table is generally square or rectangular in shape, while a coffee table tends to be oval or circular in shape. You can shop a collection of furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between a sofa table and a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
The difference between a sofa table and a coffee table is that a sofa table is always behind the sofa and a coffee table is in front of it. Additionally, a sofa table is the same height as the sofa and a coffee table is much shorter.
Are end tables taller than coffee tables?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
Yes, end tables are generally taller than coffee tables.

The term “end table” is frequently used interchangeably with “coffee table,” and while these two furnishings have much in common, each table type offers its own distinctive benefits in your space.

Your end table is likely going to stand as tall as the arms of your sofa, and its depth will match the seating. These attributes allow for tucking the table neatly at the end of your sofa in order to provide an elevated surface between your seating and the wall. End tables are accent pieces — they’re a close cousin to side tables, but side tables, not unlike the show-stealing low-profile coffee table, are intended to be positioned prominently and have more to do with the flow and design of a room than an end table, which does a great job but does it out of the way of everything else.

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What is a tray top coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
Tray top coffee tables are coffee tables with long, flat rectangular surfaces that are supported by an x-frame base. Low tables that were initially used as tea or coffee tables have been around since at least the mid- to late-1800s. After coffee drinking and “coffee breaks” became popular, it didn’t take long for coffee and cocktail tables to become a design staple and for consumers to recognize their role in entertaining no matter what beverages were being served. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary tray top coffee tables from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
How much does a coffee table cost?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, a coffee table costs between $160 and $495,500.
How do I style a Noguchi coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Styling a Noguchi coffee table really depends on the space you’re placing it in. The possibilities are far-reaching, so consider the colors and coordination of the other furniture and fixtures around the table. Noguchi tables look beautiful on their own or styled with flowers, books or pottery. Shop a selection of Isamu Noguchi pieces on 1stDibs.
How do you style an oval coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
To style an oval coffee table, create balance with opposites. Choose a sofa and accent chairs with a boxier shape for a striking contrast. Place a rectangular tray in the center and use it to display decorative accents or to store remotes and coasters. Another approach to decorating an oval table is to use decorative accents at different heights. Think of a tall vase placed next to a low bowl and a small sculpture positioned on top of two stacked coffee table books. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of oval coffee tables.
How do you stack books on a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
To stack books on a coffee table, place the largest one on the bottom with the spine facing the focal piece of furniture, usually the sofa. Then, add the next largest, lining up the inner edges so that the spines create a stepped effect. Continue adding books to complete the stack and top it off with a decorative object if you wish. Shop a variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
Should a coffee table be lower than a couch?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
Yes, a coffee table should generally be lower than a couch. However, the top of the table should only be slightly lower than the couch to maintain a balanced look. A good rule of thumb is to choose a table no more than one inch shorter than your sofa's seat height. Explore a large collection of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
How big should a coffee table be for a sectional?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
How big a coffee table for a sectional should be depends on the dimensions of the sectional. For a balanced look, a coffee table should be roughly two-thirds of the length of the sofa portion of a sofa and chaise sectional. If you have an L-shaped sofa, the coffee table should be around two-thirds of the length of each arm. Find a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
What is the average height of a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
The average height of a coffee table is around 16 to 18 inches. Designers typically choose this height to create a balance between coffee tables and sofas. The average seat height of sofas is 17 to 18 inches, and experts typically recommend that coffee tables be no more than 1 inch shorter than sofa-seat height. Explore a diverse assortment of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
What is the best coffee table for a sectional?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
The best coffee table for a sectional can be a round coffee table, particularly with respect to U-shaped sectionals. The circular design creates a sense of balance in small spaces and renders it easy for guests to move to and fro, especially when surrounded by chairs. Find a collection of antique and vintage coffee tables on 1stDibs today.
How do I authenticate my Noguchi coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To authenticate your Noguchi coffee table, there are three different marks to look for. Isamu Noguchi’s signature will be on the edge of the table and on a medallion under the base. Even under the medallion, you will find Noguchi’s initials. Shop a collection of properly vetted Noguchi pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is a tall coffee table called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
A tall coffee table is usually called exactly that — a tall coffee table. Coffee tables, also referred to as cocktail tables, are generally designed to sit at or below the sofa's seat height. These tables may come in a range of sizes, but they are often between 16 and 18 inches high and are designed in a variety of lengths and widths. They’re meant to provide a practical table-top surface that complements your living room layout. (A tall version might also be suitable for use as a dining table.) Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tall coffee tables from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
Why are modern coffee tables so low?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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.
Are glass coffee tables durable?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
Whether glass coffee tables are durable depends on the craftsmanship and the materials. Generally, tables with tempered glass are less likely to shatter and break. How well you care for a coffee table will also impact its life span. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of glass coffee tables.

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