What are nesting tables?

Nesting tables are small tables graduated in size so they can be stacked one on top of the other.

Who invented nesting tables?

English cabinet maker Thomas Sheraton is credited with publishing the first drawings of nesting tables in the early 19th century, but they may have been used as early as the mid-18th century.

Can I stack nesting tables?

It depends on the design, but in most cases, you can indeed stack nesting tables. Nesting tables are a great way to maximize furniture usage while saving space in smaller areas. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of nesting tables from some of the top sellers around the world.

What are nesting side tables?

A nesting table is a set of tables designed to be stored one inside or under the other, giving them a layered or stacked appearance. A side table is a table that’s placed beside a piece of furniture. A nesting side table would be a series of side tables in graduated heights that can be stacked or nested together. Shop a collection of nesting tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What were nesting tables used for?

Nesting tables typically consist of several different sizes of tables designed to fit underneath one another — they were initially intended to save space in the drawing room. The tables were pulled out as needed and used for playing chess, needlepoint and engaging in other leisurely activities. Shop a collection of nesting tables on 1stDibs from top sellers worldwide.

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 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 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 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.

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.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Rosewood

Severin Hansen Jr. Coffee and Nesting tables

H 20 in W 43.25 in D 12.75 in

1980s Italian Postmodern Modular Coffee and Nesting Tables, in Travertine

Located in Boynton Beach, FL

Gorgeous set of modular travertine tables. Authentic Italian design and marble from the late 20th

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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Travertine, Marble

1980s Italian Postmodern Modular Coffee and Nesting Tables, in Travertine

H 18.5 in W 23.5 in D 27.75 in

Midcentury Nesting Brass and Briar Coffee Tables, Italy, 1970s

Located in Lucija, SI

Set of 3 brass, glass and briar root nesting coffee or end tables. Made in Italy in the 1970s. In

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Brass

Midcentury Nesting Brass and Briar Coffee Tables, Italy, 1970s

H 18.51 in W 18.51 in D 18.51 in

Antique Inlaid Walnut Nesting Coffee Table

Located in London, GB

A very unusual and incredibly well made antique nesting coffee table. This was made in England, it

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Vintage 1910s English Jacobean Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Brass

Antique Inlaid Walnut Nesting Coffee Table

H 20 in W 39 in D 19 in

Nesting Set of 3 Coffee Tables

By CG capelletti

Located in Milan, IT

This gorgeous set of three stackable coffee tables combines functionality and aesthetic in a clean

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2010s Italian Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Gold Plate, Brass

Nesting Set of 3 Coffee Tables

H 25.6 in W 47.64 in D 25.6 in

Art Deco Burr Walnut Nesting Coffee Table

Located in London, GB

A stylish and extremely well made Art Deco burr walnut nesting coffee table. This was made in

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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Walnut

Art Deco Burr Walnut Nesting Coffee Table

H 20.08 in Dm 29.93 in

Art Deco Figured Walnut Nesting Coffee Table

Located in London, GB

A lovely original Art Deco figured walnut nesting coffee table. This was made in England, it dates

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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Walnut

Art Deco Figured Walnut Nesting Coffee Table

H 20.08 in Dm 24.02 in

Nesting Tricolumn Coffee Tables by MSJ Furniture Studio

Located in Vancouver, BC

Our Nesting Tri-column coffee Tables are inspired by columns left behind by ancient Greek and Roman

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2010s Canadian Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Beech

Nesting Tricolumn Coffee Tables by MSJ Furniture Studio

H 18 in Dm 72 in

Vintage Nesting Coffee Table With Removable Octagonal Stools

By Midcentury Italian school

Located in Milano, IT

living space with our vintage nesting coffee table with extractable octagonal stools. Nest Coffee Table

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Wood

Vintage Nesting Coffee Table With Removable Octagonal Stools

H 21.66 in W 25.2 in D 17.33 in

Nesting Rectangular Coffee Table Different Sizes Brass and Crystal Gold, 1970s

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Nesting rectangular coffee table different sizes 1970s brass and crystal gold Dimensions: Great

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Brass

Nesting Rectangular Coffee Table Different Sizes Brass and Crystal Gold, 1970s

H 15.75 in W 19.69 in D 14.38 in

Mid-Century Modern Nesting Coffee Tables, Wood and Glass, Living Room Decorative

By Cassina

Located in Milano, IT

Offered for sale is a beautiful set of two nesting coffee tables, crafted from solid wood (most

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Glass, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Nesting Coffee Tables, Wood and Glass, Living Room Decorative

H 14.97 in W 26.78 in D 17.72 in

Fold Nesting Coffee Tables, Blackened Steel and Smoked Glass, by Force/Collide

By Force/Collide

Located in Seattle, WA

Fold Coffee Tables are a signature example of Force/Collide modern geometric, minimal and modular

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2010s American Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Steel, Cut Steel

Fold Nesting Coffee Tables, Blackened Steel and Smoked Glass, by Force/Collide

H 26 in W 48 in D 18 in

Chrome and Brass Nesting Italian Coffee Tables with Smoked Glass Top, 1970s

By Romeo Rega

Located in Roma, IT

Midcentury chrome and brass set of three nesting coffee tables with smoked glass top. This

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking ...

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Chrome and Brass Nesting Italian Coffee Tables with Smoked Glass Top, 1970s

H 19.69 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Handmade Nesting Tables, Set Side Coffee Tables Handcrafted by French Designer

Located in LANGUEUX, FR

The beauty and high quality of handmade concrete and metal tables made in France are unparalleled

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2010s French Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Concrete, Metal

Handmade Nesting Tables, Set Side Coffee Tables Handcrafted by French Designer

H 14.97 in Dm 23.63 in

Handmade Nesting Tables, Set Side Coffee Tables Handcrafted by French Designer

Located in LANGUEUX, FR

The beauty and high quality of handmade concrete and metal tables made in France are unparalleled

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2010s French Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Concrete, Metal

Handmade Nesting Tables, Set Side Coffee Tables Handcrafted by French Designer

H 17.72 in W 39.38 in D 39.38 in

Handmade Nesting Tables, Set Side Coffee Tables Handcrafted by French Designer

Located in LANGUEUX, FR

The beauty and high quality of handmade concrete and metal tables made in France are unparalleled

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2010s French Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Concrete, Metal

Handmade Nesting Tables, Set Side Coffee Tables Handcrafted by French Designer

H 14.97 in W 22.45 in D 23.63 in

Handmade Nesting Tables, Set Side Coffee Tables Handcrafted by French Designer

Located in LANGUEUX, FR

The beauty and high quality of handmade concrete and metal tables made in France are unparalleled

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2010s French Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Handmade Nesting Tables, Set Side Coffee Tables Handcrafted by French Designer

H 16.54 in Dm 39.38 in

Handmade Nesting Tables, Set Side Coffee Tables Handcrafted by French Designer

Located in LANGUEUX, FR

The beauty and high quality of handmade concrete and metal tables made in France are unparalleled

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2010s French Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Handmade Nesting Tables, Set Side Coffee Tables Handcrafted by French Designer

H 14.57 in Dm 23.63 in

Handmade Nesting Tables, Set Side Coffee Tables Handcrafted by French Designer

Located in LANGUEUX, FR

The beauty and high quality of handmade concrete and metal tables made in France are unparalleled

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2010s French Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Concrete, Metal

Handmade Nesting Tables, Set Side Coffee Tables Handcrafted by French Designer

H 16.54 in Dm 31.5 in

Severin Hansen Coffee Table with Nesting Tables for Haslev Brazilian Rosewood

By Severin Hansen

Located in Dallas, TX

coffee table and the smaller tables as drink or tv tables. The smaller tables have a stunning book

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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking ...

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Rosewood

Severin Hansen Coffee Table with Nesting Tables for Haslev Brazilian Rosewood

H 18.25 in W 43.25 in D 12.5 in

Handmade Nesting Tables, Set Side Coffee Tables Handcrafted by French Designer

Located in LANGUEUX, FR

The beauty and high quality of handmade concrete and metal tables made in France are unparalleled

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2010s French Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Concrete, Metal

Handmade Nesting Tables, Set Side Coffee Tables Handcrafted by French Designer

H 17.72 in Dm 31.5 in

Handmade Nesting Tables, Set Side Coffee Tables Handcrafted by French Designer

Located in LANGUEUX, FR

The beauty and high quality of handmade concrete and metal tables made in France are unparalleled

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2010s French Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Concrete, Metal

Handmade Nesting Tables, Set Side Coffee Tables Handcrafted by French Designer

H 17.72 in Dm 31.5 in

Handmade Nesting Tables, Set Side Coffee Tables Handcrafted by French Designer

Located in LANGUEUX, FR

The beauty and high quality of handmade concrete and metal tables made in France are unparalleled

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2010s French Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Concrete, Metal

Handmade Nesting Tables, Set Side Coffee Tables Handcrafted by French Designer

H 17.72 in Dm 31.5 in

Handmade Nesting Tables, Set Side Coffee Tables Handcrafted by French Designer

Located in LANGUEUX, FR

The beauty and high quality of handmade concrete and metal tables made in France are unparalleled

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2010s French Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Concrete, Metal

Handmade Nesting Tables, Set Side Coffee Tables Handcrafted by French Designer

H 17.72 in Dm 31.5 in

Handmade Nesting Tables, Set Side Coffee Tables Handcrafted by French Designer

Located in LANGUEUX, FR

The beauty and high quality of handmade concrete and metal tables made in France are unparalleled

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2010s French Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Concrete, Metal

Handmade Nesting Tables, Set Side Coffee Tables Handcrafted by French Designer

H 16.54 in W 22.45 in D 31.5 in

Handmade Nesting Tables, Set Side Coffee Tables Handcrafted by French Designer

Located in LANGUEUX, FR

The beauty and high quality of handmade concrete and metal tables made in France are unparalleled

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2010s French Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Concrete, Metal

Handmade Nesting Tables, Set Side Coffee Tables Handcrafted by French Designer

H 16.54 in Dm 31.5 in

Handmade Nesting Tables, Set Side Coffee Tables Handcrafted by French Designer

Located in LANGUEUX, FR

The beauty and high quality of handmade concrete and metal tables made in France are unparalleled

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2010s French Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Concrete, Metal

Handmade Nesting Tables, Set Side Coffee Tables Handcrafted by French Designer

H 16.54 in Dm 31.5 in

Handmade Nesting Tables, Set Side Coffee Tables Handcrafted by French Designer

Located in LANGUEUX, FR

The beauty and high quality of handmade concrete and metal tables made in France are unparalleled

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2010s French Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Concrete, Metal

Handmade Nesting Tables, Set Side Coffee Tables Handcrafted by French Designer

H 16.54 in Dm 31.5 in

Handmade Nesting Tables, Set Side Coffee Tables Handcrafted by French Designer

Located in LANGUEUX, FR

The beauty and high quality of handmade concrete and metal tables made in France are unparalleled

Category

2010s French Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Concrete, Metal

Handmade Nesting Tables, Set Side Coffee Tables Handcrafted by French Designer

H 14.97 in Dm 23.63 in

Handmade Nesting Tables, Set Side Coffee Tables Handcrafted by French Designer

Located in LANGUEUX, FR

The beauty and high quality of handmade concrete and metal tables made in France are unparalleled

Category

2010s French Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Concrete, Metal

Handmade Nesting Tables, Set Side Coffee Tables Handcrafted by French Designer

H 16.54 in Dm 31.5 in

Handmade Nesting Tables, Set Side Coffee Tables Handcrafted by French Designer

Located in LANGUEUX, FR

The beauty and high quality of handmade concrete and metal tables made in France are unparalleled

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2010s French Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Concrete, Metal

Handmade Nesting Tables, Set Side Coffee Tables Handcrafted by French Designer

H 17.72 in W 47.25 in D 47.25 in

Handmade Nesting Tables, Set Side Coffee Tables Handcrafted by French Designer

Located in LANGUEUX, FR

The beauty and high quality of handmade concrete and metal tables made in France are unparalleled

Category

2010s French Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Concrete, Metal

Handmade Nesting Tables, Set Side Coffee Tables Handcrafted by French Designer

H 17.72 in W 15.75 in D 23.63 in

Handmade Nesting Tables, Set Side Coffee Tables Handcrafted by French Designer

Located in LANGUEUX, FR

The beauty and high quality of handmade concrete and metal tables made in France are unparalleled

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2010s French Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Concrete, Metal

Handmade Nesting Tables, Set Side Coffee Tables Handcrafted by French Designer

H 17.72 in Dm 31.5 in

Kallisto Nesting Table

By Arte Veneziana

Located in Milan, IT

This contemporary coffee table is part of the innovative K Collection designed by Giovanni Luca

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2010s Italian Renaissance Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Glass

Kallisto Nesting Table

H 9.85 in W 41.34 in D 27.56 in

Peacock Nesting Coffee Table in Cream Shagreen and Brass by R&Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

The peacock nesting coffee table large is an iconic R&Y Augousti piece and one of their first

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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Nesting Tables and Stackin...

Materials

Brass

Peacock Nesting Coffee Table in Cream Shagreen and Brass by R&Y Augousti

H 15.75 in W 20.48 in D 27.56 in

Peacock Nesting Coffee Table in Cream Shagreen and Brass by R&Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

The set of 3 peacock nesting coffee tables, are an iconic R&Y Augousti piece and one of their first

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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Nesting Tables and Stackin...

Materials

Brass

Peacock Nesting Coffee Table in Cream Shagreen and Brass by R&Y Augousti

H 15.75 in W 20.48 in D 27.56 in

Peacock Nesting Coffee Table in Cream Shagreen and Brass by R&Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

The set of 3 peacock nesting coffee tables, are an iconic R&Y Augousti piece and one of their first

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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Nesting Tables and Stackin...

Materials

Brass

Peacock Nesting Coffee Table in Cream Shagreen and Brass by R&Y Augousti

H 15.75 in W 20.48 in D 27.56 in

Coffee Table & Nesting Tables from Maison Charles, France 1970s, Set of 3

By Charles Maison

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

. The side tables are 36cm high, and 76cm x 43.5cm wide and deep.

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Vintage 1960s French Hollywood Regency Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Brass, Metal

Coffee Table & Nesting Tables from Maison Charles, France 1970s, Set of 3

H 16.74 in W 34.85 in D 34.85 in

11 West Nesting Tables

By The Sourcing Collective

Located in Milan, IT

11 West is a combination of nesting coffee tables and serving trays. The painted metal base is

Category

2010s Italian Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Marble

11 West Nesting Tables

H 18.9 in W 19.3 in D 14.57 in

Cosmos Nesting Coffee Table Hwana Stone and Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

The cosmos nesting coffee table medium is both Minimalist and dramatic. The top is inlaid in Hwana

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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Nesting Tables and Stackin...

Materials

Granite, Brass

Cosmos Nesting Coffee Table Hwana Stone and Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti

H 16.93 in W 16.54 in D 25.99 in

Peacock Nesting Coffee Table in Black Pen Shell and Brass by R&Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

The Peacock nesting coffee table small is an iconic R&Y Augousti piece and one of their first

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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Nesting Tables and Stackin...

Materials

Brass

Peacock Nesting Coffee Table in Black Pen Shell and Brass by R&Y Augousti

H 13.78 in W 16.15 in D 20.08 in

Nesting Domino Coffee Tables, Blackened Steel, Gray Glass, by Force/Collide

By Force/Collide

Located in Seattle, WA

The Domino Nesting Coffee Tables are a versatile set, finely constructed and finished with satin

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2010s American Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Steel, Cut Steel

Nesting Domino Coffee Tables, Blackened Steel, Gray Glass, by Force/Collide

H 24 in W 48 in D 24 in

Curved Nesting Table Coffee 1970s Solid Brass Italian Design Bamboo Shape

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Nesting table coffee 1970s design Italian style, made of solid brass in the shape of bamboo cane

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Brass

Curved Nesting Table Coffee 1970s Solid Brass Italian Design Bamboo Shape

H 19.69 in W 19.69 in D 12.6 in

Pair French Mid-Century Modern Nesting / Coffee Tables by Mathieu Matégot

By Mathieu Matégot

Located in New York, NY

Rare and Elegant pair of French Mid-Century Modern nesting/ side tables or cocktail tables in

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Metal

Pair French Mid-Century Modern Nesting / Coffee Tables by Mathieu Matégot

H 20 in W 24 in D 14 in

Heavy Solid Bronze Faux Bamboo Expansion Round Nesting Coffee Side Tables MINT!

By Maison Jansen

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Heavy Solid Bronze Faux Bamboo Expandable Round Nesting Coffee Side Tables MINT! Glass top multi

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Heavy Solid Bronze Faux Bamboo Expansion Round Nesting Coffee Side Tables MINT!

H 18 in Dm 22 in

Gallotti & Radice Chrome Smoked Glass Nesting Tables 1980s Coffee Vintage Retro

By Gallotti & Radice

Located in London, GB

Nest of 1980s Italian tables in chrome frame and brown smoked tempered glass, from design

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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Chrome

Gallotti & Radice Chrome Smoked Glass Nesting Tables 1980s Coffee Vintage Retro

H 15.75 in W 19.69 in D 15.75 in

Milo Baughman Style Nesting Tables, Wood and Brass

By Milo Baughman

Located in Barcelona, ES

place and can be displayed as nesting tables or a set of tables in front of / beside a sofa. The brass

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking ...

Materials

Brass

Milo Baughman Style Nesting Tables, Wood and Brass

H 19.69 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Vintage French Provincial Neoclassical Style Glass Top Coffee Side Table Nesting

Located in Dayton, OH

A fun set of provincial tables, circa 1970s. One is round with a pedestal base and the other has a

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Vintage 1970s French Provincial Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Glass, Hardwood

Vintage French Provincial Neoclassical Style Glass Top Coffee Side Table Nesting

H 18 in W 24.5 in D 24.5 in

Cosmos Nesting Coffee Table Shagreen & Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

The Cosmos nesting coffee table medium is both Minimalist and dramatic. The top is inlaid in coal

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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Nesting Tables and Stackin...

Materials

Brass

Cosmos Nesting Coffee Table Shagreen & Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti

H 16.93 in W 16.54 in D 25.99 in

Shagreen Nesting Coffee Tables with Bronze-Patina Brass Accents R&Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

The cosmos nesting coffee tables are both Minimalist and dramatic. The top is inlaid in cream

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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Nesting Tables and Stackin...

Materials

Brass

Shagreen Nesting Coffee Tables with Bronze-Patina Brass Accents R&Y Augousti

H 18.12 in W 16.54 in D 43.31 in

Vintage Tommaso Barbi Nesting Tables

By Tommaso Barbi

Located in East Hampton, NY

Set of three Nesting Coffee Tables in wood and brass details made by Tommaso Barbi. Decorated with

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Brass

Vintage Tommaso Barbi Nesting Tables

H 16.5 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Brazilian Coffee Table with 4 Nesting Stools by Jean Gillon for Wood Art

By Jean Gillon

Located in Vlimmeren, BE

This elegant square coffee table with 4 nesting stools was designed by Jean Gillon for Wood Art in

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stackin...

Materials

Leather, Wood

Brazilian Coffee Table with 4 Nesting Stools by Jean Gillon for Wood Art

H 16.93 in W 37.41 in D 37.41 in

Cosmos Nesting Coffee Table Cream Shagreen & Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

This listing is for the large nesting table only; The cosmos nesting coffee table large is both

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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Nesting Tables and Stackin...

Materials

Brass

Cosmos Nesting Coffee Table Cream Shagreen & Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti

H 18.12 in W 16.54 in D 43.31 in

Hi-Lo Convertible Reed Coffee Dinette Game Table w/ Nesting Benches Stools Chair

By Ficks Reed, Paul Frankl

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Mid-Century Modern round reed coffee - dinette dining or game table w/ nesting benches stools

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Hi-Lo Convertible Reed Coffee Dinette Game Table w/ Nesting Benches Stools Chair

H 27 in Dm 42 in

Set of 2 Nesting Tables

Located in Brescia, IT

Vintage Scandinavian side tables. These two small coffee tables are ideal for those who have

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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Nesting Tables and Stacki...

Materials

Oak, Teak

Set of 2 Nesting Tables

H 20.08 in W 17.72 in D 13 in

Cosmos Nesting Coffee Table Hwana Stone & Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

The Cosmos nesting coffee table medium is both Minimalist and dramatic. The top is inlaid in Hwana

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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Nesting Tables and Stackin...

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Granite, Brass

Cosmos Nesting Coffee Table Hwana Stone & Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti

H 16.93 in W 16.54 in D 25.99 in

Set of 2 organic shaped modern nesting coffee tables by Last Workshop lacquered

By Last Workshop

Located in Chicago, IL

Organic shaped coffee table by Last Workshop, 2023 Hand shaped tops are made from solid wood

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2010s American Organic Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Lacquer

Set of 2 organic shaped modern nesting coffee tables by Last Workshop lacquered

H 18 in W 32 in D 53 in

Midcentury Italian Brass and Glass Set of 3 Nesting Tables

By Romeo Rega

Located in Roma, IT

A glamorous set of Nesting Tables made in Italy during the 1970s, composed of 3 tables in three

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking...

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Brass

Midcentury Italian Brass and Glass Set of 3 Nesting Tables

H 46.5 in W 60.5 in D 35.5 in

Set of 3 Cosmos Nesting Coffee Tables in Shagreen, Shell & Hwana R&Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

The cosmos nesting coffee tables are both Minimalist and dramatic. The top is inlaid in cream

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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Nesting Tables and Stackin...

Materials

Granite, Brass

Set of 3 Cosmos Nesting Coffee Tables in Shagreen, Shell & Hwana R&Y Augousti

H 18.12 in W 16.54 in D 43.31 in

Cosmos Nesting Coffee in Table Black Shell & Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

The Cosmos nesting coffee table small is both Minimalist and dramatic. The top is inlaid in black

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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Nesting Tables and Stackin...

Materials

Brass

Cosmos Nesting Coffee in Table Black Shell & Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti

H 15.36 in W 5.22 in D 15.95 in

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Coffee And Nesting Table For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic coffee and nesting table available at 1stDibs. A coffee and nesting table — often made from wood, metal and brass — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a coffee and nesting table, we have 347 options in-stock, while there are 81 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer coffee and nesting table, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A coffee and nesting table made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — is very popular. A well-made coffee and nesting table has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by R & Y Augousti, Maison Charles et Fils and Gianfranco Frattini are consistently popular.

How Much is a Coffee And Nesting Table?

Prices for a coffee and nesting table start at $230 and top out at $205,000 with the average selling for $2,833.

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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.

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Questions About Coffee And Nesting Table

What are nesting tables?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Nesting tables are small tables graduated in size so they can be stacked one on top of the other.
Who invented nesting tables?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
English cabinet maker Thomas Sheraton is credited with publishing the first drawings of nesting tables in the early 19th century, but they may have been used as early as the mid-18th century.
Can I stack nesting tables?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
It depends on the design, but in most cases, you can indeed stack nesting tables. Nesting tables are a great way to maximize furniture usage while saving space in smaller areas. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of nesting tables from some of the top sellers around the world.
What are nesting side tables?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A nesting table is a set of tables designed to be stored one inside or under the other, giving them a layered or stacked appearance. A side table is a table that’s placed beside a piece of furniture. A nesting side table would be a series of side tables in graduated heights that can be stacked or nested together. Shop a collection of nesting tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What were nesting tables used for?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Nesting tables typically consist of several different sizes of tables designed to fit underneath one another — they were initially intended to save space in the drawing room. The tables were pulled out as needed and used for playing chess, needlepoint and engaging in other leisurely activities. Shop a collection of nesting tables on 1stDibs from top sellers worldwide.
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 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 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 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.
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.

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