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 are side tables used for?

Side tables are used next to furniture like beds and couches to provide an accessible place for keeping essential items at hand. In the living room, side tables are often used to display flower arrangements, photos or books as well as to set down a drink. In the bedroom, a side table is typically populated with items like a lamp, bedtime reading material, and a charging device for a phone. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary side tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

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 size should a side table be?

A side table should stand one to three inches below the arm of the sofa or chair it is placed next to.

What are side tables called?

Side tables are often simply called side tables. If positioned on either end of a sofa or loveseat, you might refer to them as end tables. General terms for side tables and other tables commonly used in seating areas include occasional tables and accent tables. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of side tables.

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.

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 there a difference between an end table and a side table?

There are two differences between end tables and side tables: function and size. Typically, end tables go beside a chair or at opposite ends of a sofa and have smaller tabletops, while side tables go toward the sides of seating areas or against walls and feature a larger surface area. However, many people use the words side and end tables interchangeably, so these differences may not always apply. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of end and side tables.

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 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.

How can you tell if a side table is antique?

To determine whether a side table is an antique, closely examine its details. Older pieces will typically have telltale features like wood pegs, hand-cut dovetails with some slight imperfections and mortise-and-tenon construction. Tables that are a consistent color throughout or have machine-cut moldings or carvings are unlikely to be antiques. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can be a helpful resource when dating tables. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and modern side tables on 1stDibs.

What are tiny side tables called?

What tiny side tables are called varies. Some people may simply refer to them as side tables. Others describe them as end tables if they're placed on either end of a sofa or loveseat. When used elsewhere in a room, small side tables are often called accent tables. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary side tables.

What is a tall side table called?

A tall side table may also be called a console table. While these furnishings are not as common in today’s interiors as their coffee-table and side-table counterparts, console tables are stylish home accents and have become more prevalent over the years. The popularity of wood console tables took shape during the 17th and 18th centuries in French and Italian culture, and were exclusively featured in the palatial homes of the upper class. Find console tables today on 1stDibs.

Should a side table be lower than a sofa?

No, a side table shouldn't always be lower than a sofa. To make it easy to access items on a table, a sofa's arms should generally be no more than 2 to 3 inches above or below the tabletop. This rule of thumb differs from the one for coffee tables, which should be as tall or 1 to 2 inches shorter than the seat height of the sofa to ensure a balanced look. Explore a large selection of side tables on 1stDibs.

Coffee And Side Tables

Christian Jensen

R And Y Augousti Console

Charles Hollis Jones Lucite Coffee Table

Marble Coffee Table Danish

Metal Inlay On Table Top

Moroccan Or Moorish Coffee Tables

Made In Denmark Coffee Table

Gold Console Table With Mirror

Romeo Rega Brass, Chrome and Glass Side or Coffee Table, Italy ca. 1970s

$1,450

Romeo Rega Brass, Chrome and Glass Side or Coffee Table, Italy ca. 1970s

By Romeo Rega

Located in Geneva, CH

Brass, smoked glass and chrome bicolor square side table with elegant details attributed to Romeo

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Vintage 1970s Italian Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Chrome and smoked glass coffee table and side table attributed to Milo Baughman

$1,450 / set

Chrome and smoked glass coffee table and side table attributed to Milo Baughman

By Milo Baughman

Located in Asbury Park, NJ

Nice set of chrome tables attributed to Milo Baughman. This simple design using chrome and smoke

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

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Chrome

2-Part Marble Coffee Table Entry Table Side Table

$2,400

2-Part Marble Coffee Table Entry Table Side Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

coffee table, side table, accent table, or outdoor table Beautiful earth tones of eggshell, mushroom

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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Rosewood Side or Coffee Table, Denmark, 1960s

$1,434

Rosewood Side or Coffee Table, Denmark, 1960s

Located in Nørre Aaby, DK

Rosewood side/coffee table featuring refined detailing and expressive grain patterns. The table has

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

Materials

Rosewood

21st Century "Bob" Wood and Metal Coffee Table or Side Table Indoor

$1,434 / item

21st Century "Bob" Wood and Metal Coffee Table or Side Table Indoor

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

"Bob" wood and metal coffee table or side table Coffee table with cone-shaped wooden top with

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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Restored Mcguire Corseted Hour Glass Rattan Coffee Table and Side Tables Set

$4,800 / set

Restored Mcguire Corseted Hour Glass Rattan Coffee Table and Side Tables Set

By McGuire

Located in Van Nuys, CA

: Coffee Table: 17" height x 36" diameter Side Table: 22" height x 28ʺ diameter MARCSS

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Vintage 1970s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Rattan, Glass

Pair of Swedish Vintage Coffee / Side Tables

$5,188 / set

Pair of Swedish Vintage Coffee / Side Tables

Located in London, GB

A stunning and very rare pair of Swedish vintage coffee / side tables. They were made in Sweden by

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

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Wood

Tris of Increasing Dimensions Side Coffe Table in Brass, Glass and Chrome, 1970s

$1,553

Tris of Increasing Dimensions Side Coffe Table in Brass, Glass and Chrome, 1970s

Located in Rome, IT

Tris of side or coffee tables in increasing dimensions made of brass, chrome and glass. A

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Chrome, Metal

White Marble and Black Oak Center Coffee or Side Tables

$2,952 / item

White Marble and Black Oak Center Coffee or Side Tables

Located in Paris, FR

Beautiful Series of 3 sculptural design different sizes Coffee, Center or Side tables compose by a

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2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Silvered-Bronze Coffee Table and Two Nesting Side Tables with Églomisé Tops

$7,750 / set

Silvered-Bronze Coffee Table and Two Nesting Side Tables with Églomisé Tops

By Maison Jansen

Located in Pembroke, MA

A set of three silvered-bronze tables comprising a coffee table and two matching side tables that

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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Blush No.2 Round Dining Table in Jesmonite by Perler

$9,307 / item

Blush No.2 Round Dining Table in Jesmonite by Perler

Located in Geneve, CH

special collection of coffee and side tables as well as dining tables made from jesmonite. Additionally

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2010s Polish Post-Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Other

Mid Century Italian Bamboo and Rattan Coffee Table Side Table C.1960

$684

Mid Century Italian Bamboo and Rattan Coffee Table Side Table C.1960

Located in London, GB

Mid century Italian bamboo and rattan coffee table side table C.1960. Presented in excellent

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

Materials

Bamboo

Brutalist chain link coffee table or side table, 1970s

$776

Brutalist chain link coffee table or side table, 1970s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Industrial chain link coffee table or side table with a clear glass round table top. Cool

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Vintage 1970s Belgian Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Travertine and Brass Mid-Century French Side or Coffee Table

$844

Travertine and Brass Mid-Century French Side or Coffee Table

Located in London, GB

A small coffee table or side table. France, c1960s. Naturally patinated brass and

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

Materials

Travertine, Brass

Travertine Stone Coffee Table - Travertine Side Table - Travertine End Table

$760Sale Price|20% Off

Travertine Stone Coffee Table - Travertine Side Table - Travertine End Table

Located in İnegöl, TR

Pallet We customize all of our furnitures (dining tables, coffee tables, tv units, consoles etc..) in

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2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Travertine, Marble

Spanish Primitive Rustic Coffee Table or Side Table

$2,979

Spanish Primitive Rustic Coffee Table or Side Table

Located in Barcelona, ES

table, end table or coffee table in a rustic decoration but also it could be the perfect accent combined

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20th Century Spanish Rustic Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Pair of rosewood side tables or coffee tables. 1970s

$4,183 / set

Pair of rosewood side tables or coffee tables. 1970s

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Pair of rosewood end tables or coffee tables. Their tops are reversible, allowing you to choose

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Vintage 1970s Danish Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Maison Jansen Brass and Glass Hollywood Regency Coffee / Side Table

$1,762

Maison Jansen Brass and Glass Hollywood Regency Coffee / Side Table

By Maison Jansen

Located in Weesp, NL

Brass coffee or side table by Maison Jansen. Stylish Hollywood Regency two-tier coffee table by

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Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Round Art Deco design side/coffee table

$1,260

Round Art Deco design side/coffee table

Located in Harderwijk, NL

This beautiful round Art Deco Schuitema coffee table from the Decoforma series is a fantastic

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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

1970s Coffee or Side Table, Czechoslovakia

$466

1970s Coffee or Side Table, Czechoslovakia

Located in Praha, CZ

- The top desk has been refurbished.

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

Materials

Wood

Side Table 'Surfside Drive' by Man of Parts, Small, Coffee Grind and Ivory Ash

$2,438 / item

Side Table 'Surfside Drive' by Man of Parts, Small, Coffee Grind and Ivory Ash

By Workshop APD, Man of Parts

Located in Paris, IDF

: Small, Coffee Grind top, Ivory Ash base __________________ The Surfside Drive side table was designed

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21st Century and Contemporary German Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Ash

Side Table 'Surfside Drive' by Man of Parts, Large, Coffee Grind and Ivory Ash

$2,717 / item

Side Table 'Surfside Drive' by Man of Parts, Large, Coffee Grind and Ivory Ash

By Man of Parts, Workshop APD

Located in Paris, IDF

: Large, Coffee Grind top, Ivory Ash base __________________ The Surfside Drive side table was designed

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21st Century and Contemporary German Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Ash

Pair of Vintage Brass and Faux Tusks Side or Coffee Tables, Ca 1970s

$1,577 / set

Pair of Vintage Brass and Faux Tusks Side or Coffee Tables, Ca 1970s

Located in Uppsala, SE

Pair of eclectic vintage brass and faux tusks side or lamp tables with oval glass tops from the

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Vintage 1970s European Hollywood Regency Side Tables

Materials

Brass

René Herbst Art Deco Side Coffee Table Bakelite and Chrome, a pair, circa 1935

$8,000 / set

René Herbst Art Deco Side Coffee Table Bakelite and Chrome, a pair, circa 1935

By Stablet, René Herbst

Located in Atlanta, GA

An exceptional pair of modernist Art Deco side tables designed by René Herbst and produced by

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Chrome, Metal

Modern Gray Epoxy Resin Coffee Table, Custom Side Table

$1,680Sale Price|20% Off

Modern Gray Epoxy Resin Coffee Table, Custom Side Table

Located in İnegöl, TR

Light Gray Walnut Epoxy Coffee Table Handcrafted by skilled artisans of Tinella Team, this coffee

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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Arts and Crafts Coffee and Cocktai...

Materials

Metal

Midcentury Danish teak coffee side table, 1960s

$1,087

Midcentury Danish teak coffee side table, 1960s

By Vintage Specialties

Located in Gaggenau, DE

Midcentury Danish teak coffee side table, 1960s Dimensions: 37 D x 80 W x 48 H cm It is in

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

Materials

Teak

Red Travertine Coffee Table - Red Marble Side Table - Marble End Table

$792Sale Price|20% Off

Red Travertine Coffee Table - Red Marble Side Table - Marble End Table

Located in İnegöl, TR

Red Travertine SIDE TABLE & COFFEE TABLE Type of Marble: Red Travertine Dimensions: 15" x 15" x 18

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2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Travertine, Marble

Noguchi Style Biomorphic "Airplane" Coffee Table & Side Table Set

$4,890 / set

Noguchi Style Biomorphic "Airplane" Coffee Table & Side Table Set

By Isamu Noguchi

Located in Van Nuys, CA

table, and the side table has a triangle-shaped top. Coffee Table: H 16" W 60" D 26" End Table: H 22" W

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Vintage 1950s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Oak

Large Charles Hollis Jones Style Lucite and Glass Coffee Side Table

$2,294

Large Charles Hollis Jones Style Lucite and Glass Coffee Side Table

By Charles Hollis Jones

Located in Barcelona, ES

with metal corners. Interesting to be used as side or end table, occasional table or coffee table near

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

Materials

Metal

Set of 3 Oak Coffee Side Tables

$6,388 / item

Set of 3 Oak Coffee Side Tables

Located in Paris, FR

used as a single side or coffee table or together creating different combinations with the various

Category

2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Oak

Antique Spanish Coffee Table with Double Sided Drawers and Lyre Legs

$2,800

Antique Spanish Coffee Table with Double Sided Drawers and Lyre Legs

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Beautiful detail on this Spanish Coffee Table with double drawers on each side! Super sturdy with

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Vintage 1910s Spanish Spanish Colonial Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Brass Iron and Onyx Top Antique Coffee or Side Table

$1,800

Brass Iron and Onyx Top Antique Coffee or Side Table

Located in Delray Beach, FL

One of a kind table artistically made of combination of hand forged iron and cast brass. Decorative

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Vintage 1920s Spanish Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Onyx, Brass, Iron

Coffee Table / Side Table by Angel Pazmino in Fruitwood and Cognac Leather

$2,300

Coffee Table / Side Table by Angel Pazmino in Fruitwood and Cognac Leather

By Angel Pazmino

Located in Deland, FL

This iconic table, designed by Angel Pazmino, is the perfect amalgamation of Spanish and South

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

Materials

Leather

Round Coffee Table Wave Modern Metal Designer Side Table

$762Sale Price / item|41% Off

Round Coffee Table Wave Modern Metal Designer Side Table

By Artem Zakharchenko-Halytskyi

Located in Vilnius, LT

HVYLYA large table DESCRIPTION The "Hvylya" coffee table is a unique piece of furniture that

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2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Wrought Iron and Ceramic Tile Side Coffee Table, a pair, 1950s

$2,000 / set

Wrought Iron and Ceramic Tile Side Coffee Table, a pair, 1950s

By Verceram Ceramique 1

Located in Atlanta, GA

A French ceramist workshop created this elegant pair of coffee or side tables from the 1950s. The

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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal, Wrought Iron

Davide Moretto “Borchie e Chiodi” Coffee or Side Table in Solid Oak and Iron

$1,787

Davide Moretto “Borchie e Chiodi” Coffee or Side Table in Solid Oak and Iron

By Davide Moretto

Located in Vicenza, IT

A unique sculptural table by Italian artist Davide Moretto, handcrafted from a solid section of oak

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2010s Italian Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Italian Marble Coffee or Side Table, 1980s

$2,729

Italian Marble Coffee or Side Table, 1980s

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

Very nice Italian coffee or side table handcrafted out of marble, 1970s. The rectangle top and

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

Materials

Marble

Smoked Glass Coffee Side Table, Italy, 1970s

$2,749

Smoked Glass Coffee Side Table, Italy, 1970s

Located in Rome, IT

Coffee/side table completely in smoked glass with an abstract sculptural presence that gives it a

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

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Round Marble Coffee Table Side Table Brass

$503Sale Price|35% Off

Mid Century Round Marble Coffee Table Side Table Brass

Located in Poperinge, BE

Mid century round coffee table, side table with round marble top and solid brass base, Hollywood

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Mid-20th Century European Baroque Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Metal, Brass

Set of Four Cube Coffee or Side Tables with Iron Frames and Glass Tops

$1,300 / set

Set of Four Cube Coffee or Side Tables with Iron Frames and Glass Tops

Located in Chicago, IL

can be used together as a coffee or cocktail table, separately as side tables or chair side drink

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Iron

70s Teak Table Side Table Coffee Table Toften Denmark Design

$476

70s Teak Table Side Table Coffee Table Toften Denmark Design

By Mobelfabrikken Toften

Located in Neuenkirchen, NI

70s teak table side table coffee table coffee table Toften Denmark design Object: coffee table

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Vintage 1970s Danish Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Teak

“Vestiges Side Table” Marble Stone Brutalist Minimalist Coffee Table

$2,011 / item

“Vestiges Side Table” Marble Stone Brutalist Minimalist Coffee Table

By Josep Vila Capdevila

Located in Terrassa, Catalonia

Vestiges side table is a pure brutalist table finished by hand and made entirely of exclusive

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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Percival Lafer Rosewood and Smoked Glass Coffee or Side Table, 1970s

$760Sale Price|20% Off

Percival Lafer Rosewood and Smoked Glass Coffee or Side Table, 1970s

By Percival Lafer

Located in Miami, FL

Rosewood and smoked glass top coffee or side table by Percival Later. Brazil, 1970s; maintains

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

Materials

Smoked Glass, Rosewood

Pair of vintage travertine coffee tables or side tables, 1970s

$1,015 / set

Pair of vintage travertine coffee tables or side tables, 1970s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Pair of 1970s italian travertine stone coffee tables or side tables. The table can be a two level

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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Travertine

Set of Tacchini Cage Side and Mirror Coffee table by Gordon Guillaumier in STOCK

$4,980Sale Price / set|34% Off

Set of Tacchini Cage Side and Mirror Coffee table by Gordon Guillaumier in STOCK

By Tacchini, Gordon Guillaumier

Located in New York, NY

Minimalism and elegance are the key features of Cage coffee tables,with their metal base that is

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2010s Italian Side Tables

Materials

Chrome

Henry Link, Lexington Wicker, Glass Coffee Table, Side Table Set

$2,400 / set

Henry Link, Lexington Wicker, Glass Coffee Table, Side Table Set

By Henry Link, Lexington Furniture 1

Located in Miami, FL

Henry Link, Lexington wicker, Glass Coffee Table, Side Table Set Offered for sale is a Henry Link

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Late 20th Century American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Wicker

Andrianna Shamaris Minimalist Small Coffee Table or Side Table

$3,900

Andrianna Shamaris Minimalist Small Coffee Table or Side Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

can be used as a small coffee table, side table, small bench or stool. Both sculptural and usable

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2010s Indonesian Minimalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

60s 70s coffee table side table by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina

$1,780

60s 70s coffee table side table by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina

Located in Neuenkirchen, NI

60s 70s coffee table side table by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina Object: coffee table

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Vintage 1960s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Pair of vintage travertine coffee tables or side tables, 1970s

$1,374 / set

Pair of vintage travertine coffee tables or side tables, 1970s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Pair of 1970s italian travertine stone coffee tables or side tables. The table can be a two level

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

Materials

Travertine

1950s rosewood coffee/side table set by Artenova

$1,450

1950s rosewood coffee/side table set by Artenova

By Artenova

Located in Victoria, BC

A set of three 1950s coffee or side tables by Artenova, crafted in Brazilian rosewood and designed

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Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Italian Marble Coffee or Side Table, 1980s

$1,541

Italian Marble Coffee or Side Table, 1980s

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

Very nice Italian coffee table handcrafted out of Carrara marble. The fabulous marble features a

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

Materials

Carrara Marble

70s Side Table Coffee Table Teak Danish Design Denmark

$417

70s Side Table Coffee Table Teak Danish Design Denmark

Located in Neuenkirchen, NI

70s side table coffee table teak Danish Design Denmark Object: coffee table Manufacturer

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Vintage 1970s Danish Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Teak

Asian Rosewood Waterfall Coffee Table with Removable Tray and Pierced Sides

$4,350

Asian Rosewood Waterfall Coffee Table with Removable Tray and Pierced Sides

Located in Atlanta, GA

pierced sides. Created during the midcentury period, this rosewood coffee table features a rectangular top

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Mid-20th Century Asian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Vintage Glass Beech Coffee Table/ Side Table, Italy, 1970s

$1,589

Vintage Glass Beech Coffee Table/ Side Table, Italy, 1970s

Located in Vienna, AT

This vintage glass coffee table / side table shows a sickle-shaped glass top and three beech legs

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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Beech

Andrianna Shamaris Sculptural Bleached Coffee Table or Side Table

$4,980 / item

Andrianna Shamaris Sculptural Bleached Coffee Table or Side Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful reclaimed teak wood, hand carved into a one of a kind drum shape coffee table or

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2010s Indonesian Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

2x 60s 70s Coffee Table Side Table Chrome & Brass

$2,976 / set

2x 60s 70s Coffee Table Side Table Chrome & Brass

Located in Neuenkirchen, NI

2x 60s 70s Willy Rizzo coffee table side table chrome & Brass 60s. Object: 2x coffee table

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Vintage 1970s European Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass, Chrome

American Art Deco Side Table or Small Coffee Table

$2,150

American Art Deco Side Table or Small Coffee Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

American Art Deco side table or small coffee table. Gorgeous example of American Art Deco style in

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Mirror, Hardwood

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An assortment of coffee and side tables is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, wood and glass, all coffee and side tables available were constructed with great care. We have 1434 antique and vintage coffee and side tables in-stock, while there are 386 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of coffee and side tables available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Art Deco coffee and side tables are consistently popular styles. Andrianna Shamaris, Peter Ghyczy and Angelo Mangiarotti each produced beautiful coffee and side tables that are worth considering.

How Much are Coffee And Side Tables?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,200, while they’re typically $100 on the low end and $53,719 highest priced.

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.

Questions About Coffee And Side Tables

What is the difference between a side table and a coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
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 are side tables used for?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Side tables are used next to furniture like beds and couches to provide an accessible place for keeping essential items at hand. In the living room, side tables are often used to display flower arrangements, photos or books as well as to set down a drink. In the bedroom, a side table is typically populated with items like a lamp, bedtime reading material, and a charging device for a phone. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary side tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What are nesting side tables?
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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 size should a side table be?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A side table should stand one to three inches below the arm of the sofa or chair it is placed next to.
What are side tables called?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
Side tables are often simply called side tables. If positioned on either end of a sofa or loveseat, you might refer to them as end tables. General terms for side tables and other tables commonly used in seating areas include occasional tables and accent tables. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of side tables.
Can a coffee table be too low?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
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?
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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 size should a coffee table be?
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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.
Is an ottoman a coffee table?
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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.
Why is it called a coffee table?
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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 there a difference between an end table and a side table?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
There are two differences between end tables and side tables: function and size. Typically, end tables go beside a chair or at opposite ends of a sofa and have smaller tabletops, while side tables go toward the sides of seating areas or against walls and feature a larger surface area. However, many people use the words side and end tables interchangeably, so these differences may not always apply. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of end and side tables.
What is the difference between a center table and a coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
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?
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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 the difference between a coffee table and a console table?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
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 coffee table and a cocktail table?
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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?
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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.
How can you tell if a side table is antique?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
To determine whether a side table is an antique, closely examine its details. Older pieces will typically have telltale features like wood pegs, hand-cut dovetails with some slight imperfections and mortise-and-tenon construction. Tables that are a consistent color throughout or have machine-cut moldings or carvings are unlikely to be antiques. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can be a helpful resource when dating tables. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and modern side tables on 1stDibs.
What are tiny side tables called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
What tiny side tables are called varies. Some people may simply refer to them as side tables. Others describe them as end tables if they're placed on either end of a sofa or loveseat. When used elsewhere in a room, small side tables are often called accent tables. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary side tables.
What is a tall side table called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
A tall side table may also be called a console table. While these furnishings are not as common in today’s interiors as their coffee-table and side-table counterparts, console tables are stylish home accents and have become more prevalent over the years. The popularity of wood console tables took shape during the 17th and 18th centuries in French and Italian culture, and were exclusively featured in the palatial homes of the upper class. Find console tables today on 1stDibs.
Should a side table be lower than a sofa?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
No, a side table shouldn't always be lower than a sofa. To make it easy to access items on a table, a sofa's arms should generally be no more than 2 to 3 inches above or below the tabletop. This rule of thumb differs from the one for coffee tables, which should be as tall or 1 to 2 inches shorter than the seat height of the sofa to ensure a balanced look. Explore a large selection of side tables on 1stDibs.

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