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Coffee Bean Tables
Located in Ridgewood, NY
The organically shaped coffee bean tables are unique and accommodating. They have the potential of
Category

2010s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Lacquer

Coffee Bean Tables
Coffee Bean Tables
H 11 in W 16 in D 35 in
Bob Coffee Table
By Garbarino Collections
Located in Milan, IT
The solid and clean design of the Bob Coffee Table is characterized by a stylish contrasting band
Category

2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Bob Coffee Table
H 7.88 in W 51.19 in D 31.5 in
Fire Coffee Table
By CG capelletti
Located in Milan, IT
A sculptural design of utmost sophistication, this coffee table will make for a stately and unique
Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Fire Coffee Table
Fire Coffee Table
H 16.15 in W 31.89 in D 31.89 in
Custom Coffee Table
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Studio one of a kind rosewood coffee table with faux leather (vinyl). This coffee table was built
Category

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

Materials

Wood

Custom Coffee Table
Custom Coffee Table
H 15.25 in W 72 in D 27 in
Intreccio Coffee Table
By Officina Ciani
Located in Milan, IT
The Intreccio Coffee Table makes a refined addition to any outdoor area, especially when paired
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Stainless Steel

Intreccio Coffee Table
H 23.63 in W 47.25 in D 17.72 in
Pampa Coffee Table
By Studio Fabiano Salbego
Located in Porto Alegre, RS
. The coffee table set “Pampa" alludes to the grim statistics, without renouncing to high-quality
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stone

Pampa Coffee Table
Pampa Coffee Table
H 13 in W 53.15 in D 38.98 in
Coffee table by Dillingham
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W60 D19.5 D19 H15 Fully restored walnut coffee table by Dillingham. Item offers a great minimal
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Laminate, Walnut

Coffee table by Dillingham
Coffee table by Dillingham
H 15 in W 60 in D 19.5 in
Sculptural oak coffee table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
encased surface, solid oak trim and solid oak legs. Coffee table shows well with no major areas of wear.
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Oak

Sculptural oak coffee table
Sculptural oak coffee table
H 18 in W 55.5 in D 19.5 in
Ceramic Panther Coffee Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W52 D26 H15 Post Modern Panther Coffee Table. Featuring a black panther made from ceramic with a
Category

Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Glass

Ceramic Panther Coffee Table
Ceramic Panther Coffee Table
H 15 in W 52 in D 26 in
Fanciful Bamboo Coffee Table
Located in Port Chester, NY
A whimsical square bamboo coffee table, decorated with lots of good bamboo details all the way
Category

Mid-20th Century English Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bamboo

Fanciful Bamboo Coffee Table
Fanciful Bamboo Coffee Table
H 17.5 in W 37 in D 37 in
Vintage mosaic coffee table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. Coffee table shows well and has no major areas of wear.
Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

Vintage mosaic coffee table
Vintage mosaic coffee table
H 17.5 in W 36.5 in D 24.5 in
Ellipse Coffee Table
By Isabelle Stanislas
Located in Paris, FR
Stanislas looks to pacify the area she is working on, whilst always respecting its unique identity. Her
Category

2010s French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass, Bronze

Ellipse Coffee Table
Ellipse Coffee Table
H 14.18 in Dm 51.19 in
Heywood Wakefield coffee table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W49.5 D22 H15 Fully restored Heywood coffee table. Item shows well with no major area of wear
Category

Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Birch

Heywood Wakefield coffee table
Heywood Wakefield coffee table
H 15 in W 49.5 in D 22 in
Venezia Sestiere Coffee Table
By Morici
Located in Milan, IT
A contemporary and sculptural objet d'art that embodies conviviality, this coffee table will make a
Category

2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Venezia Sestiere Coffee Table
H 16.54 in W 44.49 in D 25.6 in
Vintage Sculptural Coffee Table
Located in Surbiton, GB
A late 20th Century coffee table composed from two sculptural base elements formed from layered
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Futurist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Plywood

Vintage Sculptural Coffee Table
Vintage Sculptural Coffee Table
H 14.57 in W 35.24 in D 35.24 in
Atari Square Coffee Table
By Rabitti 1969 by Giobagnara
Located in Milan, IT
The geometric shape and basic colors of this remarkable coffee table are inspired by the modern
Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Leather

Atari Square Coffee Table
Atari Square Coffee Table
H 15.95 in W 31.89 in D 31.89 in
Sienna Marble Coffee Table
Located in Maywood, NJ
Introducing our Sienna Marble Coffee Table with an Albamiel base—a true masterpiece that combines
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Breccia Marble, Sandstone

Sienna Marble Coffee Table
Sienna Marble Coffee Table
H 13.78 in Dm 27.56 in
Poplar Burl Coffee Table
Located in Lisboa, PT
, making this coffee table a true work of art. With its elegant design and meticulous attention to detail
Category

2010s Portuguese Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Poplar, Lacquer, Burl

Poplar Burl Coffee Table
Poplar Burl Coffee Table
H 16.54 in W 39.38 in D 39.38 in
Stylish Modern Coffee Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
. Sleek and simple coffee table for home or business seating area. Please confirm item location (NY or NJ).
Category

20th Century Unknown Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Stylish Modern Coffee Table
Stylish Modern Coffee Table
H 19.5 in Dm 40 in
Vintage Italian Coffee Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
stylish design makes this long coffee table the perfect addition to any sofa seating area. Please confirm
Category

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

Materials

Wood

Vintage Italian Coffee Table
Vintage Italian Coffee Table
H 14.75 in W 72 in D 18 in
Green Garden Coffee Table
Located in Maywood, NJ
Introducing our Green Greek Marble Coffee Table with an Albamiel base—a true masterpiece that
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Sandstone, Breccia Marble

Green Garden Coffee Table
Green Garden Coffee Table
H 13.78 in Dm 19.69 in
Sculptural Metal Coffee Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
artistic sculpted metal coffee table base makes for a unique addition to home or business seating area
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass

Sculptural Metal Coffee Table
Sculptural Metal Coffee Table
H 17 in W 50 in D 28 in
Enchanted Enigma Coffee Table
Located in Maywood, NJ
Introducing our Yellow Indian Marble Coffee Table with an Albamiel base—an exquisite fusion of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Sandstone

Enchanted Enigma Coffee Table
Enchanted Enigma Coffee Table
H 13.78 in Dm 27.56 in
Nokogiri Coffee Table Bench
Located in Monte-Serzedo, 13
Nokogiri could not be just a coffee table. It can be used as a centre table, a footrest or entry bench
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Walnut, Oak, Ash

Nokogiri Coffee Table Bench
Nokogiri Coffee Table Bench
H 13 in W 67.72 in D 23.63 in
Nokogiri Coffee Table Bench
Located in Monte-Serzedo, 13
Nokogiri could not be just a coffee table. It can be used as a centre table, a footrest or entry bench
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Walnut, Oak, Ash

Nokogiri Coffee Table Bench
Nokogiri Coffee Table Bench
H 13 in W 51.97 in D 23.63 in
Emera Gold Coffee Table
By Inthegarden
Located in Milan, IT
A bold and stately piece of functional decor, this coffee table will make a refined addition in any
Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Aluminum

Emera Gold Coffee Table
Emera Gold Coffee Table
H 7.88 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in
Solid Birch Coffee Table
Located in Lisboa, PT
coffee table. Carefully handcrafted with precision and meticulous attention to detail by expert artisans
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Birch, Lacquer

Solid Birch Coffee Table
Solid Birch Coffee Table
H 15.75 in W 39.38 in D 39.38 in
Walnut wood modern coffee table
By Selkan SOLMAZ ERÇEL
Located in Cihangir, TR
from the designer about story of design. HUG coffee tables perfect for the living area or as a
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Walnut wood modern coffee table
Walnut wood modern coffee table
H 15.74 in W 15.74 in D 15.74 in
Oak wood modern coffee table
By Selkan SOLMAZ ERÇEL
Located in Cihangir, TR
from the designer about story of design. HUG coffee tables perfect for the living area or as a
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Oak

Oak wood modern coffee table
Oak wood modern coffee table
H 15.74 in W 15.74 in D 15.74 in
Aky Small Table Coffee Table, Wood, Living, Lounge, Contract, Hotel, Bar, Coffee
By EMILIO NANNI
Located in MARANO VICENTINO, IT
A collection of coffee tables with an irregular, rounded top and trestle legs reminiscent of the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Aky Small Table, Coffee Table, Wood, Living, Lounge, Contract, Hotel, Bar, Coffe
By EMILIO NANNI
Located in MARANO VICENTINO, IT
A collection of coffee tables with an irregular, rounded top and trestle legs reminiscent of the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Aky Small Table, Coffee Table, Wood, Living, Lounge, Contract, Hotel, Bar, Coffe
By EMILIO NANNI
Located in MARANO VICENTINO, IT
A collection of coffee tables with an irregular, rounded top and trestle legs reminiscent of the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Two-Tone Geometric Coffee Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
while offering ample surface area for everyday coffee table necessities. Dimensions: 47" W x 30" D x 18
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Two-Tone Geometric Coffee Table
Two-Tone Geometric Coffee Table
H 18 in W 47 in D 30 in
Scandinavian coffee table in teak
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W60 D21 H21 Restored 1960s coffee table in overall great condition. Item was fully refinished and
Category

Vintage 1960s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Scandinavian coffee table in teak
Scandinavian coffee table in teak
H 21 in W 60 in D 21 in
Contemporary Bentwood & Glass Coffee Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W36 H14.5 Contemporary Bentwood base coffee table with a glass round top by In House Furniture
Category

1990s Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bentwood

Black Lacquered African Coffee Table
Located in Chicago, IL
Beyond its visual appeal, this coffee table serves as a centerpiece, inviting shared moments and
Category

Early 20th Century African Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Washed Gray Lowrise Coffee Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
promises lasting enjoyment and stability. Ideal for showcasing your beautiful coffee table books or
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Rustic Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Washed Gray Lowrise Coffee Table
Washed Gray Lowrise Coffee Table
H 17 in W 65 in D 41 in
Antique White Lowrise Coffee Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
promises lasting enjoyment and stability. Ideal for showcasing your beautiful coffee table books or hosting
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Rustic Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique White Lowrise Coffee Table
Antique White Lowrise Coffee Table
H 17 in W 65 in D 41 in
I-Tube Large Coffee Table
By Da A
Located in Milan, IT
splendid coffee table. Crafted of steel, the base is finished with a smooth matte black color, while the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

I-Tube Large Coffee Table
I-Tube Large Coffee Table
H 13.98 in W 39.38 in D 39.38 in
Kluskens Wild Spirit Coffee Table
By Kluskens
Located in Nederweert, NL
The Wild Spirit coffee table has various qualities that make it a striking piece of furniture. The
Category

2010s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Kluskens Wild Spirit Coffee Table
Kluskens Wild Spirit Coffee Table
H 10.24 in W 29.53 in D 49.22 in
Hexagonal Matte White Coffee Table
By CG capelletti
Located in Milan, IT
A sophisticated contemporary design of striking sculptural allure, this coffee table will make for
Category

2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass

Hexagonal Matte White Coffee Table
H 14.97 in W 59.06 in D 31.5 in
Japanese Negoro Lacquer Coffee Table
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a wonderful example of a Japanese Negoro Lacquer Low or Coffee Table. Traditional Japanese
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Japanese Negoro Lacquer Coffee Table
Japanese Negoro Lacquer Coffee Table
H 18 in W 47.5 in D 35.5 in
Jean Ordinary Round Coffee Table
By Durame
Located in Milan, IT
The round Jean Ordinary coffee table makes a stylish and functional addition to any living room or
Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass, Iron

Jean Ordinary Round Coffee Table
Jean Ordinary Round Coffee Table
H 14.97 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Impressive Vintage Modern Coffee Table
Located in Trenton, NJ
This showstopping oversized square coffee table is a true gem in the world of vintage modern
Category

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

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Impressive Vintage Modern Coffee Table
Impressive Vintage Modern Coffee Table
H 17.25 in W 48 in D 48 in
Antique Georgian Style Coffee Table
Located in London, GB
A large and impressive antique Georgian style coffee table. This was made in England, it dates from
Category

Vintage 1950s British Georgian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique Georgian Style Coffee Table
Antique Georgian Style Coffee Table
H 19.3 in W 50.01 in D 25.99 in
Postmodern Glass & Laminate Coffee Table
By Karl Springer
Located in Philadelphia, PA
- 17"H, 40"sq. - Postmodern square glass top coffee table with four laminate legs in the style of
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1990s Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Laminate

Belted Glass-Top Coffee Table
By Stephen Kenn
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A glass topped coffee table that utilizes the signature Inheritance collection belts. The steel
Category

2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Belted Glass-Top Coffee Table
Belted Glass-Top Coffee Table
H 15 in W 34 in D 34 in
Corolla 280 Red Coffee Table
By Billiani 1911
Located in Milan, IT
contract environments, this coffee table belongs to the Corolla Collection designed by Cristina Celestino
Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Textile

Corolla 280 Red Coffee Table
H 11.82 in W 27.17 in D 27.17 in
Zig Zag Outdoor Coffee Table
By Officina Ciani
Located in Milan, IT
A striking complement to both a classic and a modern outdoor area, this coffee table will be the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Stainless Steel

Zig Zag Outdoor Coffee Table
Zig Zag Outdoor Coffee Table
H 19.69 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Harvey Probber Coffee Table, Signed
By Harvey Probber
Located in Trenton, NJ
Striking Mid-Century Modern coffee table by Harvey Probber features floating top style with clean
Category

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

Materials

Wood

Harvey Probber Coffee Table, Signed
Harvey Probber Coffee Table, Signed
H 16.25 in W 54 in D 19 in
Tapered Ash Modern Coffee Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
The center of your conversation area, the table lends authentic warmth and character. Its clean
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Tapered Ash Modern Coffee Table
Tapered Ash Modern Coffee Table
H 17 in W 48 in D 48 in
Heritage Parquet Square Coffee Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
charm to your living area. The table top, with its parquet inlays, rustic inviting wood grain and rich
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Industrial Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Iron

Nokogiri Coffee Table Bench+ Cushion
Located in Monte-Serzedo, 13
Nokogiri could not be just a coffee table. It can be used as a centre table, a footrest or entry bench
Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Walnut, Oak, Ash

Nokogiri Coffee Table Bench+ Cushion
Nokogiri Coffee Table Bench+ Cushion
H 13 in W 67.72 in D 23.63 in
Rustic Tree Slab Coffee Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stylish two-tier coffee table features impressive hardwood construction, with live edge
Category

Vintage 1970s American Rustic Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Rustic Tree Slab Coffee Table
Rustic Tree Slab Coffee Table
H 19 in W 42 in D 42 in
Sparkle Modern Oval Coffee Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
Not only does the oval shape encourage easy movement and flow around a seating area, this clever
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cockta...

Materials

Wood

Sparkle Modern Oval Coffee Table
Sparkle Modern Oval Coffee Table
H 18.25 in W 56.75 in D 26 in
Cool and Classic Coffee Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
A study in the inherent beauty of simple architecture, this streamlined table boasts a stunning
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Minimalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Cool and Classic Coffee Table
Cool and Classic Coffee Table
H 20 in W 48 in D 48 in
Contemporary Coffee Table by Dainte
Located in Geneve, CH
Contemporary Coffee Table by Dainte One of a Kind. Dimensions: D 60 x W 114.5 x H 42 cm. Materials
Category

2010s American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Crystal

Contemporary Coffee Table by Dainte
Contemporary Coffee Table by Dainte
H 16.54 in W 45.08 in D 23.63 in
Vintage Modern Rosewood Coffee Table
By Milo Baughman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This vintage modern coffee table features a unique design and an unusually long rectangular shape
Category

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

Materials

Rosewood

Flank Table, Modern Art Deco Center Table, Coffee Table
By kontra
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
The threefold metal-bodied, marble center table of Kontra.  Center Table, Coffee Table. "Elevate
Category

2010s Turkish Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass, Steel, Chrome

Olis Coffee Table by Dalmoto
Located in Geneve, CH
Olis Coffee Table by Dalmoto Dimensions: Ø 95 x H 30 cm. Materials: Nichel Marino nickel and resin
Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Nickel

Olis Coffee Table by Dalmoto
Olis Coffee Table by Dalmoto
H 11.82 in Dm 37.41 in
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Coffee Area Table For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the coffee area table you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A coffee area table — often made from metal, wood and glass — can elevate any home. There are 347 variations of the antique or vintage coffee area table you’re looking for, while we also have 454 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the coffee area table you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A coffee area table is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in modern, mid-century modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made coffee area table over the years, but those crafted by Antoni Pallejà Office, RS Barcelona and Saba Italia are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Coffee Area Table?

Prices for a coffee area table can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $49 and can go as high as $87,500, while the average can fetch as much as $2,606.

Finding the Right Tables for You

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Questions About Coffee Area Table
  • 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.

    Shop a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
  • 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.
  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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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  • 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.
  • 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.

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Modern coffee tables tend to be low because they’re most commonly placed in front of couches and chairs. Historically, coffee tables were placed behind the couch which necessitated a taller table. Over time, as styles changed and coffee tables came to be positioned in front of couches, their heights were lowered to accommodate the modern arrangement. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage and contemporary coffee tables from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    Whether glass coffee tables are durable depends on the craftsmanship and the materials. Generally, tables with tempered glass are less likely to shatter and break. How well you care for a coffee table will also impact its life span. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of glass coffee tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To date a Lane coffee table, look for the serial number on the underside of the piece. On most Lane coffee tables, reading the number from right to left will tell you the date that the table was manufactured. For example, a serial number that says 852140 would have been produced on April 12, 1958. Founded in Virginia in the early 20th century, Lane is largely known for its cedar chests and innovative mid-century modern designs. Find a variety of Lane coffee tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    How big a coffee table for a sectional should be depends on the dimensions of the sectional. For a balanced look, a coffee table should be roughly two-thirds of the length of the sofa portion of a sofa and chaise sectional. If you have an L-shaped sofa, the coffee table should be around two-thirds of the length of each arm. Find a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    The average height of a coffee table is around 16 to 18 inches. Designers typically choose this height to create a balance between coffee tables and sofas. The average seat height of sofas is 17 to 18 inches, and experts typically recommend that coffee tables be no more than 1 inch shorter than sofa-seat height. Explore a diverse assortment of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    Yes, a coffee table should generally be lower than a couch. However, the top of the table should only be slightly lower than the couch to maintain a balanced look. A good rule of thumb is to choose a table no more than one inch shorter than your sofa's seat height. Explore a large collection of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    The best height for a coffee table is around 1 to 2 inches lower than the seat height of the adjacent sofa. Most sofas feature seat heights of around 17 or 18 inches. As a result, the most common height for coffee tables is 15 to 17 inches. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of coffee tables.
  • 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.
  • 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.