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.

Can a coffee table be too low?

Yes, a coffee table can be too low. Most experts recommend choosing a coffee table that is around one to two inches lower than the seat height of your sofa or loveseat. You may find it difficult to access items on the tabletop while seated if you choose a shorter table. In addition, an overly low coffee table can make a room feel cramped or unbalanced. However, there are exceptions to this rule. Sometimes, designers intentionally place ultra-low coffee tables in spaces to create a bold contrast in a large room. Feel free to break from convention when choosing a coffee table. What's most important is that the finished result appeals to you and allows you to enjoy your seating area to the fullest. Shop a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary coffee tables on 1stDibs.

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 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.

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 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.

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

The difference between a center table and a coffee table is usually size. Center tables tend to be larger-sized accent tables placed in the center of seating areas. On the other hand, coffee tables are smaller tables usually positioned in front of sofas and loveseats. On 1stDibs, find a variety of center tables and coffee tables.

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 the difference between a coffee table and a console table?

The difference between a coffee table and a console table is in the design. A coffee table is a low table that comes in many shapes, such as surfaces that are rectangles, squares, ovals or circles. Console tables are taller and usually have elongated shapes, such as ovals, rectangles or semicircles. Placement is another differentiator between the two types of tables. Coffee tables usually go in front of sofas and loveseats, while console tables may be placed behind a sofa or loveseat or along a wall. Find a large collection of coffee tables and console tables on 1stDibs.

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

The difference between a side table and a coffee table is mainly in the size and shape. Coffee tables usually feature larger tops but shorter legs. People typically place them in front of a sofa or a loveseat to rest books, drinks, remote controls and other items. Side tables also store items, but they are usually positioned beside an accent chair or at the ends of a sofa or loveseat. Shop a diverse assortment of side tables and coffee 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 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 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 much does a coffee table cost?

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

When did coffee tables become popular?

Coffee tables became popular in the 1920s and ’30s. Pieces from this time period often show off the characteristics of Art Deco design, such as metal accents, mirrored finishes and the use of exotic woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. Coffee tables first came into use during the Victorian era, largely in response to the rise of coffee houses in London. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary coffee tables.

What is the standard size of a coffee table?

There isn't really a standard size of a coffee table. Manufacturers produce coffee tables in a range of sizes and shapes. However, many rectangular tables are around 45 to 48 inches in length by 25 to 28 inches in width. Heights typically range from 16 to 18 inches. Shop a wide variety 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.

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.

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.

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Mirrored Square Glass Coffee Table, Cofre Coffee Table

$6,728 / item

H 12 in W 47 in D 47 in

Mirrored Square Glass Coffee Table, Cofre Coffee Table

By MORADA Haute Furniture Boutique LLC

Located in Miami, FL

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Circular Oriental Hardwood Coffee Table

$6,773

H 14 in W 29 in D 29 in

Circular Oriental Hardwood Coffee Table

Located in Bedfordshire, GB

An Exceptional Quality Mid 19th Century Oriental Hardwood Circular Coffee Table, Of Unusual Form

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Walnut and Brass Coffee Table by Pierre Balmain, France, 1980s

$3,500

H 16.15 in W 37.01 in D 37.01 in

Walnut and Brass Coffee Table by Pierre Balmain, France, 1980s

By Pierre Balmain

Located in Antwerp, BE

. This coffee table bears the original mark and signature of Pierre Balmain, serving as a testament to

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Scandinavian Post Modern Coffee Table Marble Top Bendixen Designs Made Denmark

$2,246Sale Price|25% Off

H 20.25 in W 51.5 in D 31.5 in

Scandinavian Post Modern Coffee Table Marble Top Bendixen Designs Made Denmark

By Bendixen Design

Located in Topeka, KS

place to set a beverage! This exquisite coffee table bears a spectacular Scandinavian Modern to

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Metal Square Coffee Table 'Duchamp' by Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti, Italy, 1990s

$2,200

H 15.75 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in

Metal Square Coffee Table 'Duchamp' by Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti, Italy, 1990s

By Rodolfo Dordoni, Minotti

Located in Antwerp, BE

seamless integration into any interior decor. This coffee table bears the original mark and is in excellent

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Coffee Table Made In Oak Designed By Hans J. Wegner From 1960s

$1,515

H 21.26 in W 33.47 in D 33.47 in

Coffee Table Made In Oak Designed By Hans J. Wegner From 1960s

By PP Møbler, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Lejre, DK

, this coffee table bears the hallmark signs of its age, adding to its unique charm and character. Its

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French Mid-Century Coffee Table / Sculpture in Compressed Copper & Bronze, Cesar

$13,875

H 17.5 in Dm 48 in

French Mid-Century Coffee Table / Sculpture in Compressed Copper & Bronze, Cesar

By Cesar

Located in New York, NY

This French Mid-Century modern coffee table bears the striking hand of Cesar's radical compressions

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MCM to Modern Large Coffee Table Chrome Tube Frame w/ Sled Base & Glass Top

$1,871Sale Price|25% Off

H 16 in W 28 in D 60 in

MCM to Modern Large Coffee Table Chrome Tube Frame w/ Sled Base & Glass Top

Located in Topeka, KS

optimal place to set a beverage! This exquisite coffee table bears a marvelous Mid-Century Modern to

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Coffee Table Made In Teak By Severin Hansen Made In Haslev Furniture From 1960s

$1,047

H 19.69 in W 44.49 in D 29.14 in

Coffee Table Made In Teak By Severin Hansen Made In Haslev Furniture From 1960s

By Haslev Mobelsnedkeri, Severin Hansen

Located in Lejre, DK

, which makes it suitable for any modern or classic interior. Dated to the 1960s, this coffee table bears

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Brazilian Design. Liceu de Arte e Oficios. Coffee table, wood and metal. c. 1960

$4,681

H 13 in W 39.38 in D 31.5 in

Brazilian Design. Liceu de Arte e Oficios. Coffee table, wood and metal. c. 1960

By Liceu de Artes e Ofícios

Located in PARIS, FR

Liceu de Artes e Oficios Coffee table, c. 1960 Contains the workshop label Solid wood, wood veneer

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Handmade Rug Blue Bear Boho Art Carpet with Round Modern Metal Coffee Table

$3,699

W 66.93 in L 51.19 in

Handmade Rug Blue Bear Boho Art Carpet with Round Modern Metal Coffee Table

Located in Vilnius, LT

Artistic Boho Home Decor Set: Blue Wave Coffee Table and Whimsical Bear Rug. Introducing a

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Well detailed bronze bear coffee table with glass top 1970

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Well detailed bronze bear coffee table with glass top 1970

Located in WEERT, NL

Hollywood Regency Rare Bronze Bear Coffee Table, france 1970s

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Height adjustable oak coffee table 3 positions. Depth 110 cm Height 52

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Height adjustable oak coffee table 3 positions. Depth 110 cm Height 52

Located in WEERT, NL

/ 43 cme Bronze Bear Coffee Table, france 1970s

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Brass Bear Coffee Table, 1970s

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H 16.93 in W 44.89 in D 32.29 in

Brass Bear Coffee Table, 1970s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Eye-catching bronzed brass bear coffee table. Beautiful patinated look, nicely detailed sculpture

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Brass Bear Coffee Table, 1970s

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H 17.33 in W 43.31 in L 17.33 in

Brass Bear Coffee Table, 1970s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Eye-catching bronzed brass bear coffee table. Beautiful patinated look, nicely detailed

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Vintage sculptural black bear coffee table

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Vintage sculptural black bear coffee table

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Eye-catching sculptural black bear coffee table. This unique table looks great and somewhat cute

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Unique Sculptural Black Bear Coffee Table, 1970s

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H 15.75 in W 55.91 in D 31.5 in

Unique Sculptural Black Bear Coffee Table, 1970s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Eye-catching sculptural black bear coffee table. This unique table looks great and somewhat cute

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Unique Sculptural Black Bear Coffee Table, 1970s

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Unique Sculptural Black Bear Coffee Table, 1970s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Eye-catching sculptural black bear coffee table. This unique table looks great and somewhat cute

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Unique Sculptural Black Bear Coffee Table, 1970s

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H 14.97 in W 40.16 in D 29.93 in

Unique Sculptural Black Bear Coffee Table, 1970s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Eye-catching sculptural black bear coffee table. This unique table looks great and somewhat cute

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Unique Sculptural Black Bear Coffee Table, 1970s

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Unique Sculptural Black Bear Coffee Table, 1970s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Eye-catching sculptural black bear coffee table. This unique table looks great and somewhat cute

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Unique Sculptural Black Bear Coffee Table, 1970s

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Unique Sculptural Black Bear Coffee Table, 1970s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Eye-catching sculptural black bear coffee table. This unique table looks great and somewhat cute

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Unique Sculptural Black Bear Coffee Table, 1970s

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H 15.36 in W 27.56 in L 15.36 in

Unique Sculptural Black Bear Coffee Table, 1970s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Eye-catching sculptural black bear coffee table. This unique table looks great and somewhat cute

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Vintage brass bear coffee table, 1970s

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H 16.93 in W 45.28 in D 31.5 in

Vintage brass bear coffee table, 1970s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Eye-catching bronzed brass bear coffee table. Beautiful patinated look, nicely detailed sculpture

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Unique Sculptural Black Bear Coffee Table, 1970s

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Unique Sculptural Black Bear Coffee Table, 1970s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Eye-catching sculptural black bear coffee table. This unique table looks great and somewhat cute

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Unique Sculptural Black Bear Coffee Table, 1970s

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H 15.36 in W 44.89 in D 30.71 in

Unique Sculptural Black Bear Coffee Table, 1970s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Eye-catching sculptural black bear coffee table. This unique table looks great and somewhat cute

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Unique Sculptural Black Bear Coffee Table, 1970s

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H 27.56 in W 50.79 in D 15.36 in

Unique Sculptural Black Bear Coffee Table, 1970s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Eye-catching sculptural black bear coffee table. This unique table looks great and somewhat cute

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Unique Sculptural Black Bear Coffee Table, 1970s

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H 15.75 in W 44.89 in L 15.75 in

Unique Sculptural Black Bear Coffee Table, 1970s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Eye-catching sculptural black bear coffee table. This unique table looks great and somewhat cute

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Unique Sculptural Black Bear Coffee Table, 1970s

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H 15.75 in W 28.35 in D 17.72 in

Unique Sculptural Black Bear Coffee Table, 1970s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Eye-catching sculptural black bear coffee table. This unique table looks great and somewhat cute

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Unique Sculptural Black Bear Coffee Table, 1970s

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Unique Sculptural Black Bear Coffee Table, 1970s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Eye-catching sculptural black bear coffee table. This unique table looks great and somewhat cute

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Unique Sculptural Black Bear Coffee Table, 1970s

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H 13.39 in Dm 23.63 in

Unique Sculptural Black Bear Coffee Table, 1970s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Eye-catching sculptural black bear coffee table. This unique table looks great and somewhat cute

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Unique Sculptural Black Bear Coffee Table, 1970s

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H 16.93 in W 47.25 in D 31.5 in

Unique Sculptural Black Bear Coffee Table, 1970s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Eye-catching sculptural black bear coffee table. This unique table looks great and somewhat cute

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Sculptural Bear Coffee Table Hollywood Regency, Belgium, 1970

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H 16.54 in W 44.89 in L 16.54 in

Sculptural Bear Coffee Table Hollywood Regency, Belgium, 1970

Located in Etten-Leur, NL

Very nice bear coffee table in Hollywood Regency style, Belgium, 1970. This sculptural coffee table

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Hollywood Regency Rare Bronze Bear Coffee Table, Belgium, 1970s

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H 16.54 in W 42.13 in L 16.54 in

Hollywood Regency Rare Bronze Bear Coffee Table, Belgium, 1970s

Located in The Hague, NL

Iconic bronze and brass bear coffee table. This table is unique and shows beautiful natural

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Vintage 1970s Belgian Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Mid-Century Modern Polar Bear Cub Cocktail Coffee Table Oval Glass Top

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H 16.5 in W 45 in D 32 in

Mid-Century Modern Polar Bear Cub Cocktail Coffee Table Oval Glass Top

Located in West Hartford, CT

Unusual, figurative midcentury cocktail table with earthenware bear sculpture base and glass top

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Lucite and Marble-Top Coffee Table

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H 18 in Dm 35.5 in

Lucite and Marble-Top Coffee Table

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A nice Lucite and marble-top coffee table. It bears a CV sticker. Lucite has some marks and minor

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Cesare Lacca mirrored coffee table - Italy, 1950

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H 17.72 in Dm 30.32 in

Cesare Lacca mirrored coffee table - Italy, 1950

By Cesare Lacca

Located in London, GB

Poised on four graceful flared legs with an arrow-like detail, this ebonised wood coffee table

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Walnut Coffee Table by Nakashima Woodworker Gino Russo

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H 14 in W 54 in D 44 in

Walnut Coffee Table by Nakashima Woodworker Gino Russo

Located in New York, NY

large coffee table, bears several Nakashima design hallmarks; a pair of heavy walnut planks, joined with

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Midcentury Pine Bench, Model "Teddy Bear", Designed by Roland Williamsson

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H 14 in W 55 in D 16.5 in

Midcentury Pine Bench, Model "Teddy Bear", Designed by Roland Williamsson

Located in Nashville, TN

Midcentury pine bench, model "Teddy Bear", designed by Roland Williamsson. Signed and dated '71

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Metal Square Coffee Table 'Duchamp' by Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti, Italy, 1990s

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H 15.75 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in

Metal Square Coffee Table 'Duchamp' by Rodolfo Dordoni for Minotti, Italy, 1990s

By Minotti, Rodolfo Dordoni

Located in Antwerp, BE

, enabling seamless integration into any interior decor. This coffee table bears the original mark and is in

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Coffee Table Made In Teak By Severin Hansen Made By Haslev Furniture From 1960s

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H 20.48 in Dm 35.44 in

Coffee Table Made In Teak By Severin Hansen Made By Haslev Furniture From 1960s

By Haslev Mobelsnedkeri, Severin Hansen

Located in Lejre, DK

space. Dating back to the 1960s, this coffee table bears the hallmark of quality craftsmanship and

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Unique Sculptural Black Bear Coffee Table, 1970s

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H 15.75 in W 35.83 in D 27.96 in

Unique Sculptural Black Bear Coffee Table, 1970s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Eye-catching sculptural black bear coffee table. This unique table looks great and somewhat cute

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Rare Bronze Bear Coffee Table, Belgium, 1970s

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H 16.54 in W 51.19 in D 21.66 in

Rare Bronze Bear Coffee Table, Belgium, 1970s

Located in The Hague, NL

Iconic bronze and brass bear coffee table. This table is unique and shows beautiful natural

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Unique Sculptural Black Bear Coffee Table, 1970s

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H 16.54 in W 47.25 in D 31.11 in

Unique Sculptural Black Bear Coffee Table, 1970s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Eye-catching sculptural black bear coffee table. This unique table looks great and somewhat cute

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Bronze Sculptural Bear Coffee Table Hollywood Regency, Belgium, 1970

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H 16.54 in W 55.91 in D 31.89 in

Bronze Sculptural Bear Coffee Table Hollywood Regency, Belgium, 1970

Located in Etten-Leur, NL

Beautiful and unique bronze bear coffee table in Hollywood Regency style, Belgium 1970. This

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Organic Coffee Table in Walnut and Lucite, American Design, circa 1950s

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H 13 in W 59 in D 34 in

Organic Coffee Table in Walnut and Lucite, American Design, circa 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

bears similarity to coffee tables by designers such as Jean Royere, Paul Frankl, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

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Barcelona Coffee Table by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll International, Signed

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H 40 in W 40 in D 17 in

Barcelona Coffee Table by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll International, Signed

By Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, Knoll

Located in Los Angeles, CA

table example bears the "KP" stamping on the underside of the frame indicating that this is an earlier

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Antique Military Campaign Camphorwood Trunk Coffer c1820 19th C

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H 16.93 in W 33.08 in D 19.69 in

Antique Military Campaign Camphorwood Trunk Coffer c1820 19th C

Located in London, GB

for use as a coffee table. It bears an inset brass plaque inscribed 'A H Crawford', andis circa 1820

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"Polar Bear" Coffee Table in White Gypsum by Rogan Gregory, 2018

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H 16 in W 38 in D 75 in

"Polar Bear" Coffee Table in White Gypsum by Rogan Gregory, 2018

By Rogan Gregory

Located in New York, NY

Coffee table in "Polar Bear" form. Designed and made by Rogan Gregory, USA, 2018. White gypsum with

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Large Sculptural Coffee Table by Rogan Gregory, USA, 2016

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H 16 in W 75 in D 38 in

Large Sculptural Coffee Table by Rogan Gregory, USA, 2016

By Rogan Gregory

Located in New York, NY

Large sculptural coffee table/polar bear form in laminated southern yellow pine. Designed and made

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Unique Coffee Table in Black and White Gypsum by Rogan Gregory

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H 16.5 in W 36 in D 64 in

Unique Coffee Table in Black and White Gypsum by Rogan Gregory

By Rogan Gregory

Located in New York, NY

Unique sculptural polar bear or coffee table in black and white gypsum. Designed and made by Rogan

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Unique Bronze Bear Coffee Table, France, 1970s

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H 18 in W 48 in D 25 in

Unique Bronze Bear Coffee Table, France, 1970s

Located in New York, NY

Rare cast bronze, bear shaped coffee table, France, 1970s. Measures: 1/4" thick glass top

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Vintage 1970s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Vintage Rare Polar Bear + Glass Top Coffee Table, 1970s

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H 16.15 in W 42.13 in D 25.99 in

Vintage Rare Polar Bear + Glass Top Coffee Table, 1970s

Located in Ely, GB

A Stylish midcentury Ceramic Polar Bear with Oval Glass Top Coffee Table, circa 1970s. The table

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Vintage 1970s British Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Ceramic, Glass

Don Shoemaker Cocobolo Coffee Table

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H 15.5 in W 21 in D 41.5 in

Don Shoemaker Cocobolo Coffee Table

By Don S. Shoemaker

Located in Chicago, IL

Don Shoemaker cocobolo coffee table. Bears the makers mark .

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Vintage 1960s Mexican Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Cocobolo, Leather, Rosewood

Italian Free-Form Coffee Table

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H 16 in W 62 in D 34 in

Italian Free-Form Coffee Table

Located in Treasure Island, CA

High quality construction and finish highlight this unusual coffee table. Bears "made in Italy

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Late 20th Century Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Ib Kofod Larsen for G-Plan Teak Round Coffee Table

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H 19 in Dm 33 in

Ib Kofod Larsen for G-Plan Teak Round Coffee Table

Located in Portland, OR

coffee table bears the characteristic clean, not-quite-traditional design of Kofod Larsen’s G-Plan pieces

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Vintage 1960s English Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Teak, Glass

Ib Kofod Larsen for G-Plan Teak Coffee Table with Glass Inset

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H 27 in W 54 in D 20 in

Ib Kofod Larsen for G-Plan Teak Coffee Table with Glass Inset

Located in Portland, OR

coffee table bears the characteristic clean, not-quite-traditional design of Kofod Larsen’s G-Plan pieces

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Vintage 1960s English Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Teak, Glass

Rare and Large Fornasetti Plexiglass Sheet, "Bicchieri di Boemia", 1980s

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H 42.13 in W 51.19 in D 0.2 in

Rare and Large Fornasetti Plexiglass Sheet, "Bicchieri di Boemia", 1980s

By Fornasetti

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Compagnia del Tabacco Could be mounted as a screen or coffee table. Bears the stamp: "Fornasetti Milano

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Vintage 1980s Italian Panelling

Materials

Plexiglass

Rare and Large Fornasetti Plexiglass Sheet, "Sole e Ventaglio" Gold & Blue 1980s

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H 42.92 in W 51.19 in D 0.2 in

Rare and Large Fornasetti Plexiglass Sheet, "Sole e Ventaglio" Gold & Blue 1980s

By Fornasetti

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Edited in the 1980s by Compagnia del Tabacco could be mounted as a screen or coffee table. Bears the

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Vintage 1980s Italian Panelling

Materials

Plexiglass

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$4,450 / item

H 9 in W 44 in D 21.38 in

Francois Monnet Coffee Table Smoked Glass and Brushed Steel , pair available

By François Monnet

Located in Miami, FL

Francois Monnet coffee table Mid-Century Modern from the 1960s. Brushed steel frame with elegant smoked glass top.

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool

$1,750 / item

H 33 in W 18.5 in D 19 in

Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool

By Bertu Furniture

Located in Oak Harbor, OH

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2010s American Modern Stools

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Wood, Oak

Pair of Park Night Stands in Poplar Burl by Yaniv Chen for Lemon

$6,905 / set

H 24.01 in W 18.12 in D 14.18 in

Pair of Park Night Stands in Poplar Burl by Yaniv Chen for Lemon

By Lemon

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Structure: Made from Poplar Burl veneer with solid oak edging, the Park Nightstand is finished with matching veneer on both the exterior and interior. The inside includes an adjustab...

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2010s South African Minimalist Pedestals

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Wood, Poplar, Burl

Contemporary Art Deco Mint green and Red powder coated Carousel 5 arms pendant

$1,716 / item

H 15.75 in Dm 43.31 in

Contemporary Art Deco Mint green and Red powder coated Carousel 5 arms pendant

By Mambo Unlimited Ideas

Located in Lisbon, PT

Carousel suspension lamp has a delicate balance of form and function that produces a quiet, modern light ambiance for all to savour, with its Contemporary Art Deco lines. The struct...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Soda Blown Murano Glass High Coffee Table in Petrol by Yiannis Ghikas

$2,000Sale Price / item|20% Off

H 17.72 in Dm 14.97 in

Soda Blown Murano Glass High Coffee Table in Petrol by Yiannis Ghikas

By Miniforms, Yiannis Ghikas

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Soda was born upside-down, with a puff of air. It weighs 20 kilos, and it is blown, drawn out and shaped by three master glassmakers. The result is a single volume of glass with thre...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Blown Glass

Chinese Mid 19th Century Qing Dynasty Kang / Low Table

$585

H 11.03 in W 31.89 in D 20.08 in

Chinese Mid 19th Century Qing Dynasty Kang / Low Table

Located in Kastrup, DK

A Chinese kang table from China mid-19th century. This low table is crafted in lacquered elm wood. It features a rectangular framed top and solid floating panel. In original conditio...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood, Elm

Long Chandelier in Murano Glass by Studio Glustin

$14,746 / item

H 35.44 in W 63 in D 19.69 in

Long Chandelier in Murano Glass by Studio Glustin

By Glustin Creation

Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR

Long chandelier in patinated brass with globes and plates in Murano glass. Creation by Studio Glustin.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...

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Brass

Müller Bar Cabinet in Metal

$4,177 / item

H 40.56 in W 20.48 in D 16.54 in

Müller Bar Cabinet in Metal

By Müller Möbelfabrikation

Located in Tilburg, NL

Müller Bar Cabinet in Metal. Germany. Design 1998, current production. Available in every RAL-color. A highlight for your office or your home: The cleverly designed bar cabinet KB 3...

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21st Century and Contemporary German Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

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Metal

Coffee Table by Dom Hans van der Laan, Netherlands, 1960s

$6,050

H 16.93 in W 55.12 in D 21.66 in

Coffee Table by Dom Hans van der Laan, Netherlands, 1960s

By Dom Hans van der Laan

Located in Antwerp, BE

This coffee table was conceived within the close collaboration between Dom Hans van der Laan and the Dutch architect Jan de Jong during the postwar reconstruction period in the Nethe...

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Copper

Soda Blown Murano Glass Oval Coffee Table in Blue by Yiannis Ghikas

$3,064Sale Price / item|20% Off

H 11.82 in W 27.56 in D 17.72 in

Soda Blown Murano Glass Oval Coffee Table in Blue by Yiannis Ghikas

By Miniforms, Yiannis Ghikas

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Give or take a stem or two: this time Soda has only two stems, and its top takes on an elongated shape. Smooth as a surfboard, it evokes the fluidity of 1950s French design, but with...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Blown Glass

Pair of Constant Night Stands in Poplar Burl wood by Master for Lemon

$5,079Sale Price / set|30% Off

H 24.01 in Dm 13.78 in

Pair of Constant Night Stands in Poplar Burl wood by Master for Lemon

By Lemon

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Envisioned by designer Yaniv Chen, the Constant nightstand exudes an air of refined luxury, celebrating the inherent splendor of Poplar burl wood. Meticulously crafted with impeccabl...

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2010s Portuguese Minimalist Night Stands

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Burl, Poplar

Soda Blown Murano Glass Oval Coffee Table in Amber by Yiannis Ghikas

$3,064Sale Price / item|20% Off

H 11.82 in W 27.56 in D 17.72 in

Soda Blown Murano Glass Oval Coffee Table in Amber by Yiannis Ghikas

By Miniforms, Yiannis Ghikas

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Give or take a stem or two: this time Soda has only two stems, and its top takes on an elongated shape. Smooth as a surfboard, it evokes the fluidity of 1950s French design, but with...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Italian Wood Coffee Table

$1,600Sale Price

H 17 in W 39.75 in D 39.75 in

Italian Wood Coffee Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Midcentury coffee table. Square shape, brass boots in original condition. shipping to US continental in home delivery $350

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood

Rectangular Modern Glass Coffee Table, Puro Coffee Table

$6,192 / item

H 13 in W 47 in D 47 in

Rectangular Modern Glass Coffee Table, Puro Coffee Table

By MORADA Haute Furniture Boutique LLC

Located in Miami, FL

The clear and purist design of the Puro coffee table follows a modern approach that elevates the combination of wood and glass with a protagonist divider of Italian marble. As sho...

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2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Square Wood and Glass Coffee Table, Floating Liana Coffee Table

$5,990 / item

H 12 in W 39 in D 39 in

Square Wood and Glass Coffee Table, Floating Liana Coffee Table

By MORADA Haute Furniture Boutique LLC

Located in Miami, FL

Floating Liana is a coffee table with twisted Liana wood floating in an extra clear lake of resin and resting on a glass base. The straight shape of the top and base make nature the ...

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2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Glass, Resin, Wood

Square Acrylic and Wooden Coffee Table, Petra Coffee Table

$6,490 / item

H 14 in W 47 in D 47 in

Square Acrylic and Wooden Coffee Table, Petra Coffee Table

By MORADA Haute Furniture Boutique LLC

Located in Miami, FL

PETRA is a coffee table made of petrified wood floating on a white acrylic base. In Greek mythology, Medusa could turn her beholder into stone just by a look. For wood, this proce...

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2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Acrylic, Wood

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Bear Coffee Table For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the bear coffee table you’re looking for. Frequently made of glass, metal and stone, every bear coffee table was constructed with great care. There are 18 variations of the antique or vintage bear coffee table you’re looking for, while we also have 1 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect bear coffee table — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A bear coffee table made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Hollywood Regency — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one bear coffee table that is appealing in its simplicity, but Rogan Gregory produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Bear Coffee Table?

A bear coffee table can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,099, while the lowest priced sells for $737 and the highest can go for as much as $45,000.

Finding the Right Coffee-tables-cocktail-tables for You

As a practical focal point in your living area, antique and vintage coffee tables and cocktail tables are an invaluable addition to any interior.

Low tables that were initially used as tea tables or coffee tables have been around since at least the mid- to late-1800s. Early coffee tables surfaced in Victorian-era England, likely influenced by the use of tea tables in Japanese tea gardens. In the United States, furniture makers worked to introduce low, long tables into their offerings as the popularity of coffee and “coffee breaks” took hold during the late 19th century and early 20th century.

It didn’t take long for coffee tables and cocktail tables to become a design staple and for consumers to recognize their role in entertaining no matter what beverages were being served. Originally, these tables were as simple as they are practical — as high as your sofa and made primarily of wood. In recent years, however, metal, glass and plastics have become popular in coffee tables and cocktail tables, and design hasn’t been restricted to the conventional low profile, either.

Visionary craftspeople such as Paul Evans introduced bold, geometric designs that challenge the traditional idea of what a coffee table can be. The elongated rectangles and wide boxy forms of Evans’s desirable Cityscape coffee table, for example, will meet your needs but undoubtedly prove imposing in your living space.

If you’re shopping for an older coffee table to bring into your home — be it an antique Georgian-style coffee table made of mahogany or walnut with decorative inlays or a classic square mid-century modern piece comprised of rosewood designed by the likes of Ettore Sottsass — there are a few things you should keep in mind.

Both the table itself and what you put on it should align with the overall design of the room, not just by what you think looks fashionable in isolation. According to interior designer Tamara Eaton, the material of your vintage coffee table is something you need to consider. “With a glass coffee table, you also have to think about the surface underneath, like the rug or floor,” she says. “With wood and stone tables, you think about what’s on top.”

Find the perfect centerpiece for any room, no matter what your personal furniture style on 1stDibs — shop Art Deco coffee tables, travertine coffee tables and other antique and vintage coffee tables and cocktail tables today.

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