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.

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

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

Are end tables taller than coffee tables?

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

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

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

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

The difference between a side table and a coffee table is mainly in the size and shape. Coffee tables usually feature larger tops but shorter legs. People typically place them in front of a sofa or a loveseat to rest books, drinks, remote controls and other items. Side tables also store items, but they are usually positioned beside an accent chair or at the ends of a sofa or loveseat. Shop a diverse assortment of side tables and coffee tables on 1stDibs.

What is 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 big should a coffee table be for a sectional?

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

How do I authenticate my Noguchi coffee table?

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

How do you stack books on a coffee table?

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

How do you date a Lane coffee table?

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.

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.

What is the best height for a coffee table?

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.

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.

What is the average height of a coffee table?

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

Are glass coffee tables durable?

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

Coffee Table With Compartment

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Trunk Compartments

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President Rattan

Willy Rizzo For Cidue

Hidden Bar Coffee Table

Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table with Compartments, Wood and Glass, Italy, 1970s

$6,728

H 18.71 in W 42.33 in D 25.79 in

Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table with Compartments, Wood and Glass, Italy, 1970s

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table with Compartments, Wood and Glass, Italy, 1970s

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

Materials

Metal

Refurbished MCM Media or Coffee Table with Storage Compartments

$900

H 15.25 in W 60 in D 30 in

Refurbished MCM Media or Coffee Table with Storage Compartments

Located in Alhambra, CA

Unique and practical low coffee or console table. Made of solid walnut, with new dark metal hardware. Antiqued finish with a clear lacquer topcoat, all done by our workshop in east L...

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

Materials

Steel

Italian Design Wooden Coffee Table with Bar Compartment, 1970s

$1,794Sale Price|20% Off

H 14.38 in W 42.92 in D 28.94 in

Italian Design Wooden Coffee Table with Bar Compartment, 1970s

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

This is a stunning and sophisticated piece of mid-century furniture. 1970s Italian design often combines elegance and practicality, making this coffee table truly unique. Its rectan...

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

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Glass, Plywood

1970s Vintage Italian Coffee Table with Bar Compartment, Mid-Century

$2,301

H 12.6 in W 42.92 in D 23.63 in

1970s Vintage Italian Coffee Table with Bar Compartment, Mid-Century

Located in Linkebeek, BE

Italian design - decoration - Vintage Vintage Italian coffee table/bar dating from the 1970s. This mid-century piece is characterized by its sophisticated design that combines aesthe...

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

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Wood

Designer Italian Solid Oak Coffee Table with Hidden Compartment and Laser Detail

$18,000

H 13 in W 47.25 in D 23.5 in

Designer Italian Solid Oak Coffee Table with Hidden Compartment and Laser Detail

By Conarte

Located in High Point, NC

A sculptural modern coffee table crafted in solid oak, designed to honor the natural character of wood.

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

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Wood

Italian Cocktail Table with Dry Bar Compartment

$1,850

H 16.15 in W 40.95 in D 28.75 in

Italian Cocktail Table with Dry Bar Compartment

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Cocktail table, lacquered wood, glass, Italy, 1960s. This cocktail table is a very fresh and clean design made in the 1960s in Italy. It has a compartment underneath for storing boo...

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

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Glass, Wood, Lacquer

Carlo Hauner rare low table with a central base and compartments

$14,165

H 15.75 in W 51.19 in D 33.86 in

Carlo Hauner rare low table with a central base and compartments

By Carlo Hauner

Located in Milano, IT

Carlo Hauner (1927-1996) A rare low table with a central base and compartments for objects, bottles, glasses, and an ice bucket covered in vinyl leather, all enclosed by double-side...

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

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Wood

Italian 1860 style wooden coffee table with internal fabric storage, 1930s

$1,062

H 25.6 in Dm 23.63 in

Italian 1860 style wooden coffee table with internal fabric storage, 1930s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian 1860 style wooden coffee table with internal fabric storage, 1930s Coffee table with internal compartment, made of wood and white fabric.

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Vintage 1930s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Italian Designer, Coffee Table, Wood, Italy, 1950s

$3,800

H 18 in W 37.5 in D 16.35 in

Italian Designer, Coffee Table, Wood, Italy, 1950s

Located in High Point, NC

A wood coffee table with storage compartment likely designed and produced in Italy, c. 1950s.

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

Materials

Wood

Fiam Magique MQ/32XBL Coffee Table in Glass with Blue Cube, by Studio Klass

$1,810 / item

H 22.05 in W 12.6 in D 12.6 in

Fiam Magique MQ/32XBL Coffee Table in Glass with Blue Cube, by Studio Klass

By Studio Klass, FIAM

Located in New York, NY

Coffee table with cubic inner compartment in 10 mm-thick glass.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass

Coffee Table by Carlo Hauner for Forma, 1960s

$6,610

H 15.36 in W 50.79 in D 34.26 in

Coffee Table by Carlo Hauner for Forma, 1960s

By Carlo Hauner, Forma

Located in bruxelles, BE

Wooden coffee table with 7 storage compartments. There's a large top, 2 small tops and 2 glass panels.

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

Materials

Glass, Wood

Fiam Magique MQ/32GN Coffee Table in Smoke Grey Glass with Cube, by Studio Klass

$1,735 / item

H 22.05 in W 12.6 in D 12.6 in

Fiam Magique MQ/32GN Coffee Table in Smoke Grey Glass with Cube, by Studio Klass

By Studio Klass, FIAM

Located in New York, NY

Coffee table with cubic inner compartment in 10 mm-thick glass.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass

Fiam Magique MQ/32XG Coffee Table in Glass with Smoke Grey Cube, by Studio Klass

$2,250 / item

H 22.05 in W 12.6 in D 12.6 in

Fiam Magique MQ/32XG Coffee Table in Glass with Smoke Grey Cube, by Studio Klass

By Studio Klass, FIAM

Located in New York, NY

Coffee table with cubic inner compartment in 10 mm-thick glass.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass

Fiam Magique MQ/32XB Coffee Table in Glass with Opal White Cube, by Studio Klass

$2,125 / item

H 22.05 in W 12.6 in D 12.6 in

Fiam Magique MQ/32XB Coffee Table in Glass with Opal White Cube, by Studio Klass

By FIAM, Studio Klass

Located in New York, NY

Coffee table with cubic inner compartment in 10 mm-thick glass.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass

Coffee Table by Carlo Hauner for Forma, 1960s

$3,777

H 13.98 in W 34.06 in D 34.06 in

Coffee Table by Carlo Hauner for Forma, 1960s

By Carlo Hauner, Forma

Located in bruxelles, BE

White wooden coffee table with 4 storage compartments. There are 3 tops, one black and one white, and a tray.

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

Materials

Wood

Midcentury coffee table attributed to Carlo Hauner for Forma

$8,027

H 13.78 in W 34.06 in D 34.06 in

Midcentury coffee table attributed to Carlo Hauner for Forma

Located in Piacenza, Italy

Midcentury wooden coffee table with four compartments top. The top of this table is divided into four compartments, two with glass cover that can be used as a tray, one wooden tray ...

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

Materials

Wood

Vintage lacquer coffee table by Alain Delon for Maison Jansen, 1970s

$2,950

H 12.21 in W 50.01 in D 50.01 in

Vintage lacquer coffee table by Alain Delon for Maison Jansen, 1970s

By Alain Delon

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Hollywood regency coffee table with bar/plant compartment designed by Late french actor/designer Alain Delon for Maison Jansen.

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Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Coffee Table for Record Player by Carlo Hauner for Forma, 1960s

$3,718

H 15.16 in W 38.98 in D 35.83 in

Coffee Table for Record Player by Carlo Hauner for Forma, 1960s

By Carlo Hauner, Forma

Located in bruxelles, BE

White wooden coffee table with a compartment for a record player, a compartment for storing vinyl records and two storage spaces, one of which is glass.

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

Materials

Wood, Glass

Vintage italian bar coffee table in the manner of Willy rizzo, 1970s

$1,770

H 16.54 in W 39.38 in D 28.35 in

Vintage italian bar coffee table in the manner of Willy rizzo, 1970s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Vintage italian coffee table with a bar compartment and storage space in the front and back.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Vintage Hidden Bar Coffee by Pierre Vandel, 1980s

$1,680

H 15.36 in W 47.25 in D 28.75 in

Vintage Hidden Bar Coffee by Pierre Vandel, 1980s

By Pierre Vandel

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Eye catching coffee table with a hidden bar compartment. The table consists of two red/bordeaux coloured wooden table tops and a black wooden base.

Category

Vintage 1980s French Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Fiam Italia Magique MQ/32 Glass Side Table by Studio Klass

$1,610 / item

H 22.05 in W 12.6 in D 12.6 in

Fiam Italia Magique MQ/32 Glass Side Table by Studio Klass

By FIAM, Studio Klass

Located in New York, NY

Coffee table with cubic inner compartment in 10 mm-thick glass.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass

Willy Rizzo Sequoia Burl Display Cabinet for Mario Sabot Hollywood Regency 1970s

$6,138

H 74.81 in W 52.17 in D 20.67 in

Willy Rizzo Sequoia Burl Display Cabinet for Mario Sabot Hollywood Regency 1970s

By Mario Sabot, Willy Rizzo

Located in Conversano, IT

His most iconic works include coffee tables with hidden compartments, geometric chairs, and lacquered consoles with metallic inlays.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vitrines

Materials

Brass, Chrome

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An Italian coffee table with moveable compartments.

Unavailable

H 16 in W 39.5 in D 39.5 in

An Italian coffee table with moveable compartments.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Italian coffee table Attributed to Pierre Cardin. Top slides open for bar or display, 1960-1969. Brass, stainless steel and glass

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Vintage 1960s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass, Chrome, Steel

French Transatlantic Paris Traveling Trunk with 2 Inside Compartment, circa 1920

Unavailable

H 20.87 in W 32.29 in D 20.48 in

French Transatlantic Paris Traveling Trunk with 2 Inside Compartment, circa 1920

Located in Roubaix, FR

Transatlantic Paris French traveling trunk with 3 brass locks 2 inside compartments, France, circa 1920.

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Vintage 1920s European Art Nouveau Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Teak coffee table by Danish architect Johannes Andersen. Made by Silkeborg : 286

Unavailable

H 18.51 in W 59.06 in D 19.69 in

Teak coffee table by Danish architect Johannes Andersen. Made by Silkeborg : 286

By Johannes Andersen and C. F. Christensen

Located in Vejle Øst, DK

Johannes Andersen. Teak coffee table, frame with drawers and compartments, tapered legs.

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

Materials

Teak

Seafoam Blue Leather Cocktail Table Attributed to Baker

Unavailable

H 20 in W 54 in D 18.5 in

Seafoam Blue Leather Cocktail Table Attributed to Baker

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Bronx, NY

Sea Foam Blue leather as used by Tommi Parzinger coffee table with two compartments and two oposing drawers.

Category

20th Century American Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Mahogany, Leather

Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table with Compartments, Italy, 1970s

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H 15.36 in W 51.19 in D 51.19 in

Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table with Compartments, Italy, 1970s

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table with Compartments, Italy, 1970s

Category

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

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Assymetrical Coffee Table with Compartments, Italy, 1970s

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H 18.9 in W 41.93 in D 25.79 in

Mid-Century Modern Assymetrical Coffee Table with Compartments, Italy, 1970s

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern Assymetrical Coffee Table with Compartments, Wood and Glass, Italy, 1970s

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

Materials

Glass, Wood

Glass & wood coffee table with bar compartment, 1970s

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H 16.54 in W 35.44 in D 18.71 in

Glass & wood coffee table with bar compartment, 1970s

Located in Brussel, BE

Glass & wood coffee table with bar compartment, 1970s

Category

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

Materials

Glass, Wood

MIRRORED COFFEE TABLE WITH SECRET COMPARTMENT BY JAMES MONT

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H 16 in W 48 in D 24 in

MIRRORED COFFEE TABLE WITH SECRET COMPARTMENT BY JAMES MONT

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful silver leafed and black mirrored secret compartment coffee table by JAMES MONT. This Fabulous coffee table has been fully restored and has sliding drawers to reveal a mirro...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Mirror

French Coffee Table with Sliding Top and Inner Compartment

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H 20 in W 39.5 in D 17.5 in

French Coffee Table with Sliding Top and Inner Compartment

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Beautiful 1940s French modernist accent table in Sycamore wood and brass accents. Unique design has a top that slides open to reveal organizational compartments.

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Carlo Hauner, low table with four compartments

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H 13.39 in W 29.93 in D 29.93 in

Carlo Hauner, low table with four compartments

By Carlo Hauner

Located in Milano, IT

COD-2456 Carlo Hauner (1927-1996) Low table with four compartments with central base. 4 "double face" tray levels, in wood one side and fabric on the other. Manufacture Forma, Ital...

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

Materials

Wood

20th Century Coffee Table With A Dry Bar Compartment By Willy Rizzo, Italy

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H 23.23 in W 11.42 in L 23.23 in

20th Century Coffee Table With A Dry Bar Compartment By Willy Rizzo, Italy

By Willy Rizzo

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A charming aluminium clad coffee table by Willy Rizzo made in Italy in the 1970s. The brushed aluminium and black lacquered panels covering a wood coffee table on two levels with a d...

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20th Century Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Stunning table with Illuminated internal Bar Compartment, Massimo Papiri, 1970

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H 17.92 in Dm 53.55 in

Stunning table with Illuminated internal Bar Compartment, Massimo Papiri, 1970

By Massimo Papiri

Located in bergen op zoom, NL

Beautiful and extremely rare, top of the range, sculptural coffee table with hidden internal illuminated bar compartment designed by famous italian decorator ,Massimo Papiri and ...

Category

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

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mid-Century Modern Italian Briar Root Table Bar with Mirrored Compartment, 1970s

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H 14.97 in W 47.25 in D 27.56 in

Mid-Century Modern Italian Briar Root Table Bar with Mirrored Compartment, 1970s

Located in Prato, IT

Mid-Century Modern Italian briar root bar and coffee table with mirrored compartment. The table is in really good vintage conditions.

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

Materials

Mirror, Wood

20th Century Wood Compartment Cocktail Table with Bar Andre Sornay Style, 1960s

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H 15.36 in W 32.68 in D 32.68 in

20th Century Wood Compartment Cocktail Table with Bar Andre Sornay Style, 1960s

By Andre Sornay

Located in Palermo, IT

A square top cocktail trolley table Andre Sornay style combined with a bar and removable cover, 1960s Wear consistent with age and use.

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

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Wood Cocktail Table with Bar Compartment Andre Sornay Style, 1960s

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H 15.36 in W 32.68 in L 15.36 in

Mid-Century Wood Cocktail Table with Bar Compartment Andre Sornay Style, 1960s

By Andre Sornay

Located in Palermo, IT

A square top cocktail trolley table Andre Sornay style combined with a bar and removable cover, 1960s The top has halos and discolorations that can be eliminated with a small restor...

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

Materials

Wood

Vintage Italian Coffee Table with Chrome by Willy Rizzo

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H 14 in W 51 in D 31.75 in

Vintage Italian Coffee Table with Chrome by Willy Rizzo

By Willy Rizzo

Located in Austin, TX

Iconic vintage Italian coffee table with chromed central compartment by Willy Rizzo.

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

Materials

Chrome

Swivel coffee table - 1960s

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H 16.15 in W 38.59 in D 38.59 in

Swivel coffee table - 1960s

Located in Paris, FR

MANIFATTURA ITALIANA - Circa 1960 Swivel coffee table with four compartments, drawers, and a bottle compartment.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Italian Rosewood Coffee Table, 1960s

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H 13 in W 46.46 in D 23.23 in

Italian Rosewood Coffee Table, 1960s

Located in Rome, IT

Italian coffee table with six open compartments 1960s Made of rosewood Completely restored.

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

Materials

Rosewood

Coffe Table Glass, Italy, 1960s

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H 15.75 in W 43.31 in D 23.63 in

Coffe Table Glass, Italy, 1960s

Located in Milano, IT

Coffee table with storage compartment under the top with side flap opening, brass and glass.

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

Materials

Brass

Willy Rizzo Cidue Coffee Table

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H 14.18 in W 51.19 in D 31.5 in

Willy Rizzo Cidue Coffee Table

By Willy Rizzo

Located in Antwerp, BE

Brown formica coffee table with central bar compartment. By Willy Rizzo for Cidue, Italy, 1970s.

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

Materials

Chrome

Vintage French Burled Ash Coffee Table

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H 15.5 in W 47.5 in D 27.75 in

Vintage French Burled Ash Coffee Table

Located in Austin, TX

French vintage coffee table with interior compartment made of burled ash.

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

Materials

Ash

Vintage 1960s Coffee Table Brass Glass Italy

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H 15.16 in W 51.19 in D 33.08 in

Vintage 1960s Coffee Table Brass Glass Italy

By Non-Standard Furniture and Lighting

Located in Milano, IT

Vintage coffee table centerpiece made with storage compartment made of transparent plastic material and glass with elegant brass details.

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

Materials

Metal

Vintage coffee table by Mario Sabot, 1970s

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H 12.21 in W 39.38 in D 39.38 in

Vintage coffee table by Mario Sabot, 1970s

By Mario Sabot

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Brown lacquered coffee table with an aluminum bottle compartment and aluminum side panels.

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

Materials

Aluminum

Hollywood regency hidden bar coffee table, 1970s

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H 15.75 in W 47.25 in D 27.56 in

Hollywood regency hidden bar coffee table, 1970s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Vintage burl wood coffee table with a hidden bar/storage compartment.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Burl

Vintage Italian Coffee Table by Willy Rizzo

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H 14 in W 50.875 in D 31.5 in

Vintage Italian Coffee Table by Willy Rizzo

By Willy Rizzo

Located in Austin, TX

Iconic vintage Italian coffee table with chromed central compartment by Willy Rizzo.

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

Materials

Chrome

Willy Rizzo Coffee Table for Cidue, Italy, 1970s

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H 13.39 in W 47.25 in D 47.25 in

Willy Rizzo Coffee Table for Cidue, Italy, 1970s

By Willy Rizzo, Cidue

Located in Antwerp, BE

Coffee table', Willy Rizzo, 1970s, Italy, Cidue black formica coffee table with center bar compartment, and modern chrome detailing.

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Coffee Table by Carlo Hauner for Forma, 1960s

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H 13.98 in W 34.06 in D 34.06 in

Coffee Table by Carlo Hauner for Forma, 1960s

By Forma, Carlo Hauner

Located in bruxelles, BE

White wooden coffee table with 4 storage compartments. There are 3 trays and a bin.

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

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Wood

Coffee Table Solid Beech Wood Glass, Argentina, 1950s

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H 17.33 in W 35.63 in L 17.33 in

Coffee Table Solid Beech Wood Glass, Argentina, 1950s

Located in Milano, IT

Coffee table, with storage compartment, solid beech wood and glass.

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

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Glass, Wood, Beech

Coffee Table by Carlo Hauner for Forma, 1960s

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H 14.18 in W 50.79 in D 34.26 in

Coffee Table by Carlo Hauner for Forma, 1960s

By Forma, Carlo Hauner

Located in bruxelles, BE

Wooden coffee table with 6 storage compartments. There are 4 trays and 1 glass panel.

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

Materials

Glass, Wood

Coffee Table by Carlo Hauner for Forma, 1960s

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H 15.36 in W 50.79 in D 34.26 in

Coffee Table by Carlo Hauner for Forma, 1960s

By Forma, Carlo Hauner

Located in bruxelles, BE

Wooden coffee table with 7 storage compartments, one of which is plastic.

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

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Wood, Glass

Coffee Table by Carlo Hauner for Forma, 1960s

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H 13.78 in W 51.19 in D 34.26 in

Coffee Table by Carlo Hauner for Forma, 1960s

By Forma, Carlo Hauner

Located in bruxelles, BE

Wooden coffee table with 6 storage compartments. There is 1 tray, 4 wooden covers and 1 glass cover.

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

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Glass, Wood

Coffee Table Walnut Veneer Chromed Aluminium Glass Italy 1960s

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H 15.36 in Dm 44.1 in

Coffee Table Walnut Veneer Chromed Aluminium Glass Italy 1960s

Located in Milano, IT

Large coffee table with drawers and central compartment, walnut veneered wood, chromed aluminium, glass top.

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

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American Mid-Century Modern Walnut Hexagon Cocktail Coffee Table

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H 18 in Dm 27 in

American Mid-Century Modern Walnut Hexagon Cocktail Coffee Table

By John Keal, Brown Saltman

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful walnut hexagon coffee cocktail table, with hidden compartment, circa 1950s, with a flat black lacquer base, that gives the illusion of floating, very nice condition, freshl...

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Restored Presidents Stick Reed Rattan "Nantucket" Storage Coffee Table

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H 20 in W 44 in D 25 in

Restored Presidents Stick Reed Rattan "Nantucket" Storage Coffee Table

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Elevate your living space with the timeless charm of our Restored Reed Rattan "Nantucket" Coffee Table with storage compartments. This exquisite piece boasts president stick rattan c...

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Vintage 1950s Philippine Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Restored 1938 Original Paul Frankl Rattan Square Coffee Table

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H 16 in W 42 in D 24 in

Restored 1938 Original Paul Frankl Rattan Square Coffee Table

By Paul Frankl

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Unique square coffee table with bottom shelf and compartments separated by vertically stacked reed rattan sides, featuring a maple wood top.

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Vintage 1930s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Rattan

1970's Vintage Italian Coffee Table in the Style of Willy Rizzo

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H 15 in W 67 in D 28 in

1970's Vintage Italian Coffee Table in the Style of Willy Rizzo

Located in London, GB

An absolutely fabulous vintage coffee table with a hidden dry bar compartment. This was made in Italy around the 1970’s, it was possibly designed by or is in the manner of Willy Rizz...

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Burlwood and brass coffe table Alveo by Willy Rizzo for Sabot - Italy 70's

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H 13.39 in W 47.25 in D 47.25 in

Burlwood and brass coffe table Alveo by Willy Rizzo for Sabot - Italy 70's

By Willy Rizzo, Mario Sabot

Located in Padova, IT

Burlwood and brass coffee table with center bar compartment, and modern brass detailing.

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

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Brass

American Deco "Cocktails" Table with Cobalt Blue Mirror

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H 18 in W 34 in D 18 in

American Deco "Cocktails" Table with Cobalt Blue Mirror

Located in Hanover, MA

Clever post-Prohibition era coffee table with "secret compartments" for bottles and glasses.

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Vintage 1940s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Side Table with Sewing Compartment

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H 21.26 in W 23.23 in D 15.75 in

Side Table with Sewing Compartment

Located in Brescia, IT

Vintage Scandinavian coffee table with sewn storage compartment. It is characterized by the shape of the legs and the black-painted wooden handle.

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Carlo Hauner Large Coffee Table with Various Compartments for Forma, Italy 1960s

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H 13.39 in W 50.79 in D 34.26 in

Carlo Hauner Large Coffee Table with Various Compartments for Forma, Italy 1960s

By Carlo Hauner

Located in Milan, IT

Carlo Hauner large coffee table with various compartments for Forma, Italy 1960s.

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Mid-Century Modern Vico Magistretti for Gavina Caori Cocktail Table 1970s, Italy

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Mid-Century Modern Vico Magistretti for Gavina Caori Cocktail Table 1970s, Italy

By Gavina, Vico Magistretti

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is a stunning Caori cocktail or coffee table, with two drawers and two compartments, by Vico Magistretti for Gavina, made in Italy, circa 1970s.

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Carlo Hauner coffee table

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H 13.78 in W 33.47 in D 33.47 in

Carlo Hauner coffee table

By Carlo Hauner

Located in Brussel, BE

Iconic Carlo Hauner modular coffee table with 4 compartments. One has a plastic movable protection to add plants or to be used as a bar.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables

Materials

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Swivel-top Table

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H 29.5 in W 39 in D 25.5 in

Swivel-top Table

Located in Baltimore, MD

A little on the low side, a section could be cut from the turned leg to make a very interesting coffee table with a hidden storage compartment.

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Italian ‘Nuvolone’ Modular 4 Seat Sofa + Coffee Table by Rino Maturi

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H 27 in W 36 in D 36 in

Italian ‘Nuvolone’ Modular 4 Seat Sofa + Coffee Table by Rino Maturi

By Mimo Padova

Located in Chicago, IL

Created for Mimo Padova in the 1970s, it consists of four generously proportioned seating elements, each with a polyurethane foam core wrapped in original deep purple fabric. The a...

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Large Coffee Table with Magazine Compartment in Glazed Parchment, 1950s

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H 12.85 in W 55.12 in D 28.5 in

Large Coffee Table with Magazine Compartment in Glazed Parchment, 1950s

By Aldo Tura

Located in San Francisco, CA

An impressive varnished goatskin coffee table in rich shades of brown. This extra large piece would make a fascinating centerpiece for a living room. It’s been beautifully finished f...

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Andre Sornay Cocktail Table with Concealed Bar Compartment

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H 18 in W 48 in D 48 in

Andre Sornay Cocktail Table with Concealed Bar Compartment

By Andre Sornay

Located in New York, NY

A square top cocktail table by Andre Sornay combined with a bar,. Made of solid mahogany and mahogany veneer with brass nailheads and cocncealed center bar compartment with removabl...

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Willy Rizzo Coffee Table

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H 13.78 in W 51.19 in D 31.5 in

Willy Rizzo Coffee Table

By Willy Rizzo

Located in Piacenza, Italy

Black Formica coffee table with center bar compartment, and modern chrome detailing.

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

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Metal

Heals. Arts & Crafts oak octagonal coffee or side table with lower book shelves.

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H 23.63 in W 21.26 in D 23.63 in

Heals. Arts & Crafts oak octagonal coffee or side table with lower book shelves.

Located in London, GB

An Arts and Crafts oak octagonal book-reading coffee or side table with open compartments below to store books or papers.

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Vintage 1920s English Arts and Crafts Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Coffee Table by Carlo Hauner for Forma, 1960s

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H 13.78 in W 34.06 in D 34.06 in

Coffee Table by Carlo Hauner for Forma, 1960s

By Carlo Hauner, Forma

Located in bruxelles, BE

Wooden coffee table with 4 storage compartments. There is a top and 2 glass panels.

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

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Glass, Wood

Carlo Hauner Large Coffee Table with Various Compartments for Forma, Italy 1960s

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H 13.78 in W 50.79 in D 34.26 in

Carlo Hauner Large Coffee Table with Various Compartments for Forma, Italy 1960s

By Carlo Hauner

Located in Milan, IT

Carlo Hauner large coffee table with various compartments for Forma, Italy 1960s.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Center Tables

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Brass

Carlo Hauner Large Coffee Table with Various Compartments for Forma, Italy 1960s

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H 13.39 in W 50.79 in D 34.26 in

Carlo Hauner Large Coffee Table with Various Compartments for Forma, Italy 1960s

By Carlo Hauner

Located in Milan, IT

Carlo Hauner large coffee table with various compartments for Forma, Italy 1960s.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Center Tables

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Brass

19th Century Burmese Carved Chestnut Trunk Coffee Table with Inside Compartments

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H 24 in W 39.5 in D 19.5 in

19th Century Burmese Carved Chestnut Trunk Coffee Table with Inside Compartments

Located in Dallas, TX

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Living Room Set, Faul Frankl 4 Seat Sofa, Rattan Seatee & Rattan Coffee Table

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H 36 in W 101 in D 36 in

Living Room Set, Faul Frankl 4 Seat Sofa, Rattan Seatee & Rattan Coffee Table

By Paul Frankl

Located in Van Nuys, CA

This sofa features a stacked rattan base with six-strand square pretzel arms and is divided into two pieces making a four-personal sectional. 1930, United States Dimensions: Height: ...

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Vintage 1930s Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

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Rattan

Beautiful Coffee Table with Concealed Compartment

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H 15.5 in W 47.5 in D 27.5 in

Beautiful Coffee Table with Concealed Compartment

Located in New York, NY

Two tier coffee table with black glass top and brass banding detail containing a concealed compartment.

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20th Century French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Brass, Chrome

Italian Rizzo Style Coffee Table with Electric Bar Compartment

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H 50 in Dm 120 in

Italian Rizzo Style Coffee Table with Electric Bar Compartment

Located in Porto, PT

Midcentury Italian Rizzo style coffee table with electric bar compartment. Beautiful ebony wood and shinning brass structure.

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

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Brass, Chrome

Aldo Tura Parchment Coffee Table with Interior Compartment, Italy, circa 1970

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H 14.75 in W 55.5 in D 31.5 in

Aldo Tura Parchment Coffee Table with Interior Compartment, Italy, circa 1970

By Aldo Tura

Located in New York, NY

Aldo Tura Parchment Coffee Table with Interior Mirrored Compartment, Italy, c. 1970

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

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Parchment Paper, Wood, Mirror

Aldo Tura Cognac Bi-Level Coffee Table with Mirrored Compartment, Italy, 1960s

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H 15 in W 55 in D 31.5 in

Aldo Tura Cognac Bi-Level Coffee Table with Mirrored Compartment, Italy, 1960s

By Aldo Tura

Located in New York, NY

Aldo Tura rectangular cognac bi-level coffee table with mirrored compartment, Italy, 1960s.

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

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Coffee Table With Compartment For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic coffee table with compartment available at 1stDibs. Each coffee table with compartment for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and brass. There are many kinds of the coffee table with compartment you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right coffee table with compartment, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Art Nouveau styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made coffee table with compartment over the years, but those crafted by Aldo Tura, André Sornay and Henredon are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Coffee Table With Compartment?

A coffee table with compartment can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,200, while the lowest priced sells for $236 and the highest can go for as much as $17,500.

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.”

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Questions About Coffee Table With Compartment

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.
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 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 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 big should a coffee table be for a sectional?
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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.
How do I authenticate my Noguchi coffee table?
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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.
How do you stack books on a coffee table?
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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.
How do you date a Lane coffee table?
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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.
What is a tall coffee table called?
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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.
What is the best height for a coffee table?
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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.
What is the best coffee table for a sectional?
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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.
What is the average height of a coffee table?
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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.
Are glass coffee tables durable?
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1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
Whether glass coffee tables are durable depends on the craftsmanship and the materials. Generally, tables with tempered glass are less likely to shatter and break. How well you care for a coffee table will also impact its life span. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of glass coffee tables.

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