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.

Is there a difference between a coffee table and a cocktail table?

"Coffee table" and "cocktail table" are used interchangeably; cocktail table is the more traditional term, often applied to lower, more formal designs.

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.

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Kai Cube Coffee Table Set in Natural Douglas Fir by Autonomous Furniture

$4,300 / set

Kai Cube Coffee Table Set in Natural Douglas Fir by Autonomous Furniture

By Autonomous Furniture, Kirk Van Ludwig

Located in Victoria, BC

At the heart of the Kai Cube Coffee Table Set lies the finest Douglas Fir, sourced sustainably from Vancouver Island, Canada.

Category

2010s Canadian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Fir

Kino Guerin Sculpted Bent Wood Ribbon Coffee Table in Laminated Walnut, Signed

$2,192Sale Price|20% Off

Kino Guerin Sculpted Bent Wood Ribbon Coffee Table in Laminated Walnut, Signed

By Kino Guerin

Located in Miami, FL

Kino Guerin Sculpted Bent Wood Ribbon Coffee Table in Laminated Walnut, Signed and Numbered, Kino Guerin Toboggan Table Signed and Numbered, Sculpted Wood Coffee Table A striking sc...

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Late 20th Century Canadian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut, Wood

Ash Coffee Table with Smoked Grey Glass Top by Hinterland Design

$4,775 / item

Ash Coffee Table with Smoked Grey Glass Top by Hinterland Design

By Hinterland Design

Located in Vancouver, BC

The base of this coffee table is 36" wide by 16" high with a 38" glass top.

Category

2010s Canadian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Claste Remember Me High Rectangular Coffee Table in Marble with Bronze Glass Top

$7,040 / item

Claste Remember Me High Rectangular Coffee Table in Marble with Bronze Glass Top

By Quinlan Osborne, Claste

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The two free-standing marble legs, seemingly precariously balanced beneath the floating plane of glass create an almost magical feel for this coffee table as there seems to be no log...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Claste Remember Me Low Rectangular Coffee Table in Marble with Bronze Glass Top

$9,130 / item

Claste Remember Me Low Rectangular Coffee Table in Marble with Bronze Glass Top

By Quinlan Osborne, Claste

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The two freestanding marble legs, seemingly precariously balanced beneath the floating plane of glass create an almost magical feel for this coffee table as there seems to be no logi...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Solid Torched Oak Round Coffee Table with Brass Detail by Kirk Van Ludwig

$6,300 / item

Solid Torched Oak Round Coffee Table with Brass Detail by Kirk Van Ludwig

By Autonomous Furniture, Kirk Van Ludwig

Located in Victoria, BC

Modern round coffee table crafted in solid torched oak with hand-set solid brass detailing and a low-sheen oil and wax finish.

Category

2010s Canadian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Oak

Pedestal Coffee Table by Michael Graves for Craftwood a Div. of Sonnenberg Ind

$2,995

Pedestal Coffee Table by Michael Graves for Craftwood a Div. of Sonnenberg Ind

By Michael Graves (b.1934)

Located in Topeka, KS

NOTE: If you love this coffee table we have several other Michael Graves style pieces for sale here in separate listings.

Category

Late 20th Century Canadian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Laminate, Maple

Art Deco Style Mark Muller for Nienkamper Max Round Coffee Table, Glass Top

$1,400

Art Deco Style Mark Muller for Nienkamper Max Round Coffee Table, Glass Top

By Nienkamper

Located in Secaucus, NJ

Fabulous Art Deco style Max round clear glass top and wood shelf base coffee table. Handcrafted with finest quality materials and craftmanship by Nienkamper.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Maple

Claste Beside Myself Small Coffee Table in Belvedere Black Marble and Glass Base

$10,285 / item

Claste Beside Myself Small Coffee Table in Belvedere Black Marble and Glass Base

By Claste, Quinlan Osborne

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A slab of marble appearing to float above a base of ultra-clear or bronzed glass. By hand shaping the underside of the marble slab this floating effect is a simple gesture that eleva...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Claste Beside Myself Mini Coffee Table in Cararra Classico Marble and Glass Base

$10,285 / item

Claste Beside Myself Mini Coffee Table in Cararra Classico Marble and Glass Base

By Quinlan Osborne, Claste

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A slab of marble appearing to float above a base of ultra-clear or bronzed glass. By hand shaping the underside of the marble slab this floating effect is a simple gesture that eleva...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Black Walnut 36" Coffee Table with Brass Feature Leg by Hinterland Design

$4,470 / item

Black Walnut 36" Coffee Table with Brass Feature Leg by Hinterland Design

By Hinterland Design

Located in Vancouver, BC

Hinterland Design's "Ecliptic Table" is also available in whitewashed Canadian white ash, and a larger 48" round coffee table and a 24" round side table, all of which are 14" high.

Category

2010s Canadian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel

Black Walnut 48" Coffee Table with Copper Feature Leg by Hinterland Design

$7,115 / item

Black Walnut 48" Coffee Table with Copper Feature Leg by Hinterland Design

By Hinterland Design

Located in Vancouver, BC

Hinterland Design's "Ecliptic Table" is also available in whitewashed Canadian white ash, and a smaller 36" round coffee table and a 24" round side table, all of which are 14" high.

Category

2010s Canadian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Copper, Steel

Black Walnut 48" Coffee Table with Ceramic Feature Leg by Hinterland Design

$7,815 / item

Black Walnut 48" Coffee Table with Ceramic Feature Leg by Hinterland Design

By Hinterland Design

Located in Vancouver, BC

Hinterland Design's "Ecliptic Table" is also available in whitewashed Canadian white ash, and as 36" round coffee table and a 24" round side table, all of which are 14" high.

Category

2010s Canadian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Clay, Hardwood, Walnut

Claste Beside Myself Mini Coffee Table in Belvedere Black Marble with Glass Base

$8,745 / item

Claste Beside Myself Mini Coffee Table in Belvedere Black Marble with Glass Base

By Claste, Quinlan Osborne

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A slab of marble appearing to float above a base of ultra-clear or bronzed glass. By hand shaping the underside of the marble slab this floating effect is a simple gesture that eleva...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Reina Round Coffee Table in Maple Wood and Steel by Autonomous Furniture

$6,500 / item

Reina Round Coffee Table in Maple Wood and Steel by Autonomous Furniture

By Kirk Van Ludwig, Autonomous Furniture

Located in Victoria, BC

The Reina round coffee table in whitened Western Maple wood is striking and dramatic with meticulous craftsmanship.

Category

2010s Canadian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal, Steel

Claste Beside Myself Large Coffee Table in Belvedere Black Marble and Glass Base

$11,770 / item

Claste Beside Myself Large Coffee Table in Belvedere Black Marble and Glass Base

By Claste, Quinlan Osborne

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A slab of marble appearing to float above a base of ultra-clear or bronzed glass. By hand shaping the underside of the marble slab this floating effect is a simple gesture that eleva...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Claste Beside Myself Large Coffee Table in Belvedere Black Marble and Glass Base

$11,770 / item

Claste Beside Myself Large Coffee Table in Belvedere Black Marble and Glass Base

By Claste, Quinlan Osborne

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A slab of marble appearing to float above a base of ultra-clear or bronzed glass. By hand shaping the underside of the marble slab this floating effect is a simple gesture that eleva...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Claste Remember Me Round Low Coffee Table in Carrara Gioa Marble with Glass Top

$9,130 / item

Claste Remember Me Round Low Coffee Table in Carrara Gioa Marble with Glass Top

By Quinlan Osborne, Claste

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The two free-standing marble legs, seemingly precariously balanced beneath the floating plane of glass create an almost magical feel for this coffee table as there seems to be no log...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Claste Remember Me Round Low Coffee Table in Master Piece Marble with Glass Top

$9,130 / item

Claste Remember Me Round Low Coffee Table in Master Piece Marble with Glass Top

By Quinlan Osborne, Claste

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The two freestanding marble legs, seemingly precariously balanced beneath the floating plane of glass create an almost magical feel for this coffee table as there seems to be no logi...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Claste Beside Myself Large Coffee Table in Belvedere Black Marble and Glass Base

$11,770 / item

Claste Beside Myself Large Coffee Table in Belvedere Black Marble and Glass Base

By Claste, Quinlan Osborne

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A slab of marble appearing to float above a base of ultra-clear or bronzed glass. By hand shaping the underside of the marble slab this floating effect is a simple gesture that eleva...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Claste Beside Myself Small Coffee Table in Belvedere Black Marble and Glass Base

$10,285 / item

Claste Beside Myself Small Coffee Table in Belvedere Black Marble and Glass Base

By Claste, Quinlan Osborne

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A slab of marble appearing to float above a base of ultra-clear or bronzed glass. By hand shaping the underside of the marble slab this floating effect is a simple gesture that eleva...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Black Walnut 36" Coffee Table with Copper Feature Leg by Hinterland Design

$4,470 / item

Black Walnut 36" Coffee Table with Copper Feature Leg by Hinterland Design

By Hinterland Design

Located in Vancouver, BC

Hinterland Design's "Ecliptic Table" is also available in whitewashed Canadian white ash, and a larger 48" round coffee table and a 24" round side table, all of which are 14" high.

Category

2010s Canadian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Copper, Steel

Claste Remember Me Round High Coffee Table in Master Piece Marble with Glass Top

$9,130 / item

Claste Remember Me Round High Coffee Table in Master Piece Marble with Glass Top

By Quinlan Osborne, Claste

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The two free-standing marble legs, seemingly precariously balanced beneath the floating plane of glass create an almost magical feel for this coffee table as there seems to be no log...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

FRANKLIN Coffee Table XL by AMBROZIA, Solid Walnut, Blackened Steel & Brass

$5,400 / item

FRANKLIN Coffee Table XL by AMBROZIA, Solid Walnut, Blackened Steel & Brass

By AMBROZIA

Located in Drummondville, QC

The contemporary and elegant style came from our signature Franklin base with our luxury hand blackened finish. The Franklin coffee table is a truly centrepiece for a living room or ...

Category

2010s Canadian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Gold, Brass, Steel, Stainless Steel

Claste Remember Me Round High Coffee Table in Carrara Gioa Marble with Glass Top

$9,130 / item

Claste Remember Me Round High Coffee Table in Carrara Gioa Marble with Glass Top

By Quinlan Osborne, Claste

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The two free-standing marble legs, seemingly precariously balanced beneath the floating plane of glass create an almost magical feel for this coffee table as there seems to be no log...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Handcrafted Rowan Coffee Table in Solid Black Oak by Mary Ratcliffe Studio

$12,573 / item

Handcrafted Rowan Coffee Table in Solid Black Oak by Mary Ratcliffe Studio

By Mary Ratcliffe

Located in Toronto, ON

Our Rowan Table in solid blackened oak makes for a highly functional statement coffee or centre table piece that both balances & imbues power and elegance. Our standard collection pi...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktai...

Materials

Oak

White Ash 36" Coffee Table with Blackened Steel Feature Leg by Hinterland Design

$4,470 / item

White Ash 36" Coffee Table with Blackened Steel Feature Leg by Hinterland Design

By Hinterland Design

Located in Vancouver, BC

This 36" round Canadian white ash coffee table with featured blackened steel leg is inspired by the sun’s apparent orbit around the earth, the table legs exposed on the top surface c...

Category

2010s Canadian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Ash Coffee Table with Glass Top and Pink Details by Hinterland Design

$1,840 / item

Ash Coffee Table with Glass Top and Pink Details by Hinterland Design

By Hinterland Design

Located in Vancouver, BC

With one “Good Side,” this 24" square glass-top coffee table is minimalism that demands attention.

Category

2010s Canadian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Handcrafted Rowan Coffee Table in Solid Dark Walnut by Mary Ratcliffe Studio

$14,160 / item

Handcrafted Rowan Coffee Table in Solid Dark Walnut by Mary Ratcliffe Studio

By Mary Ratcliffe

Located in Toronto, ON

Our Rowan Table in solid Dark Walnut makes for a highly functional statement coffee or centre table piece that both balances & imbues power and elegance. Our standard collection piec...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktai...

Materials

Walnut

196 Coffee Table in Spalted Maple Burl Wood and Concrete by Autonomous Furniture

$9,500

196 Coffee Table in Spalted Maple Burl Wood and Concrete by Autonomous Furniture

By Autonomous Furniture, Kirk Van Ludwig

Located in Victoria, BC

A modern, sculptural, yet natural edge coffee table that will age gracefully. A piece of spalted maple set on three curved concrete legs, spaced to follow the natural curves of the t...

Category

2010s Canadian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Concrete

White Oak Coffee Table, Avocatus Quartzite Insert 60"L, Mary Ratcliffe Studio

$7,312 / item

White Oak Coffee Table, Avocatus Quartzite Insert 60"L, Mary Ratcliffe Studio

By Mary Ratcliffe

Located in Toronto, ON

This listing is for our Luna Coffee Table customized with an Avocatus Quartzite integrated tray, available NOW while quantities last (we have one in stock as shown). If custom sizing...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktai...

Materials

Stone, Marble

JUPITER Coffee Table by AMBROZIA, Ebonized Oak, Dark Gray Glass & Antique Brass

$4,800 / item

JUPITER Coffee Table by AMBROZIA, Ebonized Oak, Dark Gray Glass & Antique Brass

By AMBROZIA

Located in Drummondville, QC

The Jupiter coffee table is handmade from a thick solid wood surface and featured a circular tinted glass surface that lighten the surface an allow some light reflection.

Category

2010s Canadian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Gold, Brass, Steel, Stainless Steel, Metal

Handcrafted Rowan Coffee Table in Solid White Oak 60"L by Mary Ratcliffe Studio

$14,537 / item

Handcrafted Rowan Coffee Table in Solid White Oak 60"L by Mary Ratcliffe Studio

By Mary Ratcliffe

Located in Toronto, ON

We work with North American solid hardwoods on a made-to-order fabrication basis. The images and pricing above illustrate our use of flat cut white oak. Additional offerings in dark-...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktai...

Materials

Oak

White Oak Coffee Table with Marble Insert 62"L by Mary Ratcliffe Studio

$11,431 / item

White Oak Coffee Table with Marble Insert 62"L by Mary Ratcliffe Studio

By Mary Ratcliffe

Located in Toronto, ON

An integrated marble tray provides the stage to display special objects while a set-back plinth provides the illusion of a surface floating in space. Characterized by continuous grai...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktai...

Materials

Stone, Marble

Vesta Stone Topped & Solid Ash Coffee Table 52"L by Mary Ratcliffe Studio

$9,492 / item

Vesta Stone Topped & Solid Ash Coffee Table 52"L by Mary Ratcliffe Studio

By Mary Ratcliffe

Located in Toronto, ON

The Vesta Table strikes a balance between comfortable and refined. An organic, curving marble top rests on three solid but shaped wooden legs, combining the relaxed feel of solid woo...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktai...

Materials

Granite, Marble

White Oak Veneer Coffee Table with Marble Insert 46"L by Mary Ratcliffe Studio

$8,733 / item

White Oak Veneer Coffee Table with Marble Insert 46"L by Mary Ratcliffe Studio

By Mary Ratcliffe

Located in Toronto, ON

An integrated marble tray provides the stage to display special objects while a set-back plinth provides the illusion of a surface floating in space. Characterized by continuous grai...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktai...

Materials

Stone, Marble

Coffee Table in Ash with Steel Frame and Gray Glass Top by Hinterland Design

$1,472Sale Price / item|20% Off

Coffee Table in Ash with Steel Frame and Gray Glass Top by Hinterland Design

By Hinterland Design

Located in Vancouver, BC

With one “Good Side,” this 24" square glass-top coffee table is minimalism that demands attention.

Category

2010s Canadian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Caisson Table

$4,250 / item

Caisson Table

Located in Vancouver, BC

The Caisson Tables are made from solid hardwood joined together and shaped using traditional coopering techniques. Inside of the rolled over rim of the wooden form rests a solid marb...

Category

2010s Canadian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Custom Modern Stone Top Cocktail Table with Nesting Table Design

$16,500

Custom Modern Stone Top Cocktail Table with Nesting Table Design

By Carrocel

Located in North York, ON

Custom stone top nesting coffee cocktail table. Finished in a hand polished black lacquer and exclusive stone tops. Table has an extending gliding section for serving and extra space...

Category

2010s Canadian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

iS-v6 Quartzite Table

$3,350 / item

iS-v6 Quartzite Table

Located in Toronto, CA

This handcrafted coffee table merges nature's raw beauty with modern design. Made with solid walnut and available in two stunning stone options—Green Avocatus Quartzite and Fusion Bl...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Coc...

Materials

Hardwood

Redline Design Split Stone Table

$7,500 / item

Redline Design Split Stone Table

Located in Toronto, CA

A sculptural coffee table that embodies contrast, balance, and narrative. The tabletop is crafted from two halves of a single natural stone slab—split yet forever connected by a bold...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Coc...

Materials

Hardwood

3 PC Faux Painted Shagreen Cocktail Table with 2 Pullout Tables

$22,500

3 PC Faux Painted Shagreen Cocktail Table with 2 Pullout Tables

By Carrocel

Located in North York, ON

Introducing the Modern Faux Painted Shagreen Cocktail Table with Pullout Tables. This exquisite piece of furniture combines the timeless style of shagreen with the contemporary elega...

Category

2010s Canadian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Silver Leaf

Tony Duquette Style “Taffy” Side Table

$1,800

Tony Duquette Style “Taffy” Side Table

By Tony Duquette

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Cast resin side table with an openwork base composed of intertwined, ribbon-like forms, finished in a gilt tone with darkened recesses to emphasize depth and texture. Circular glass ...

Category

Late 20th Century Canadian Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Resin

Sculpted Side Table by Gildas Berthelot

$20,216

Sculpted Side Table by Gildas Berthelot

By Gildas Berthelot

Located in Timisoara, RO

La Petite Chimere Noir 2 From Sleek And Minimalist Sculptures To Intricate And Ornate Decorative Pieces, Every Creation Showcases The Unparalleled Versatility Of Maple Wood As A ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Terra Table by Aeny Studio

$11,583 / item

Terra Table by Aeny Studio

Located in Geneve, CH

Terra Table by Aeny Studio Limited Edition Dimensions: D 116 x W 118 x H 38 cm. Materials: Repurposed steel, wood, custom paper composite, gypsum mix, and pigment. Each piece is ind...

Category

2010s Canadian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel, Other

1980s Laminated waterfall Scroll table by Jeffrey Craig

$1,400Sale Price|35% Off

1980s Laminated waterfall Scroll table by Jeffrey Craig

By Karl Springer

Located in Toronto, CA

A large vintage laminated waterfall scroll coffee table from the 1980s. It was created in Canada by renowned expert Jeffrey Craig, known for crafting high-quality laminated furniture.

Category

Vintage 1980s Canadian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Laminate

Floating Glass Table from Redline Design Furniture

$1,790 / item

Floating Glass Table from Redline Design Furniture

Located in Toronto, CA

A study in balance and simplicity, this coffee table combines glass with the warmth of solid walnut. The base is crafted from carefully selected hardwood, its clean geometry offering...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Coc...

Materials

Glass, Oak

Eros Table by Aeny Studio

$8,561 / item

Eros Table by Aeny Studio

Located in Geneve, CH

Eros Table by Aeny Studio Limited Edition Dimensions: D 53 x W 131 x H 39 cm. Materials: Reclaimed PVC, plywood, recycled egg carton composite, gypsum mix, custom oxblood pigment, an...

Category

2010s Canadian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Other

At Swim Two Tables by Claste

$43,667 / item

At Swim Two Tables by Claste

Located in Geneve, CH

At swim two tables by Claste Dimensions: D 122 x W 122 x H 35.5 cm Material: Marble, Glass Weight: 225 kg Since 2017 Quinlan Osborne has cultivated an aesthetic in his work tha...

Category

2010s Canadian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Carrocel Custom Shagreen and Stainless Steel Cocktail Nesting Tables

$35,000 / item

Carrocel Custom Shagreen and Stainless Steel Cocktail Nesting Tables

By Carrocel

Located in North York, ON

These cocktail nesting tables are part of the Carrocel custom collection. The larger coffee table has a faux shagreen finish with brushed stainless-steel ends and two smaller tables ...

Category

2010s Canadian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Rothwell Table by The GoodMan Studio

$14,605 / item

Rothwell Table by The GoodMan Studio

Located in Geneve, CH

Rothwell Table by The GoodMan Studio Dimensions: W 40 x D 132 x H 66 cm Materials: Metal, Glass, Brass Kilncast and polished Glass and Brass Table base The Goodman Studio has been ...

Category

2010s Canadian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass

Salt Table by The GoodMan Studio

$5,700 / item

Salt Table by The GoodMan Studio

Located in Geneve, CH

Salt Table by The GoodMan Studio Dimensions: W 31 x D 31 x H 60 Materials: Metal, Glass, Steel Kilncast glass and steel base SALT FRAMES An exploration of the biology and geometry...

Category

2010s Canadian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal, Steel

Salt Table by The GoodMan Studio

$5,700 / item

Salt Table by The GoodMan Studio

Located in Geneve, CH

Salt Table by The GoodMan Studio Dimensions: W 31 x D 31 x H 60 Materials: Metal, Glass, Steel Kilncast glass and steel base SALT FRAMES An exploration of the biology and geometry...

Category

2010s Canadian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal, Steel

Salt Table by The GoodMan Studio

$5,700 / item

Salt Table by The GoodMan Studio

Located in Geneve, CH

Salt Table by The GoodMan Studio Dimensions: W 31 x D 31 x H 60 Materials: Metal, Glass, Steel Kilncast glass and steel base SALT FRAMES An exploration of the biology and geometry...

Category

2010s Canadian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal, Steel

Champagne Table by The GoodMan Studio

$4,063 / item

Champagne Table by The GoodMan Studio

Located in Geneve, CH

Champagne Table by The GoodMan Studio Dimensions: W 61 x D 31 x H 53 cm Materials: Metal, Glass, Steel Kilncast glass with steel base The Goodman Studio has been internationally r...

Category

2010s Canadian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal, Steel

Shale Low Table by Simon Johns

$6,950

Shale Low Table by Simon Johns

By Simon Johns

Located in East-Bolton, Quebec

The Shale Low Table sits on the floor, and a warm chrome geometric form emerges from one side. This part reflects the light in the room, in a slightly distorted way, and contrasts dr...

Category

2010s Canadian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Chrome

Studio Maison Nurita Pink Rose Quartz Table with Polished Poured Bronze Legs

$6,750

Studio Maison Nurita Pink Rose Quartz Table with Polished Poured Bronze Legs

Located in Toronto, ON

A gorgeous Studio Maison Nurita rose quartz and bronze table. Fabricated from a solid slab of the highest quality rose quartz from Brazil, this table features polished rose gold tone...

Category

2010s Canadian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

Studio Maison Nurita Pink Rose Quartz Table with Polished Poured Bronze Legs

$6,250

Studio Maison Nurita Pink Rose Quartz Table with Polished Poured Bronze Legs

Located in Toronto, ON

A gorgeous Studio Maison Nurita rose quartz and bronze table. Fabricated from a solid slab of the highest quality rose quartz from Brazil, this table features polished rose gold tone...

Category

2010s Canadian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

Solid Wood Hand Made Decker Side Table by Mary Ratcliffe Studio

$3,875 / item

Solid Wood Hand Made Decker Side Table by Mary Ratcliffe Studio

Located in Toronto, ON

Our Decker Side Table captures the feeling of agility with its tightly radiused corners, and compact, versatile triangular shape. The piece's lower shelf offers balance, practicalit...

Category

2010s Canadian Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Constantinople Round Table Set in White Oak by Autonomous Furniture

$5,200 / set

Constantinople Round Table Set in White Oak by Autonomous Furniture

By Kirk Van Ludwig, Autonomous Furniture

Located in Victoria, BC

The Constantinople Round coffee table set is a modern wood and acrylic coffee table in White Oak that provides a warm feel with a touch of brilliance.

Category

2010s Canadian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Acrylic, Wood, Oak, Walnut, Fir

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Coffee Table Canada For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic coffee table Canada available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and stone, every coffee table Canada was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a coffee table Canada, we have 70 options in-stock, while there are 231 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect coffee table Canada — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A coffee table Canada, designed in the Modern, Mid-Century Modern or Scandinavian Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made coffee table Canada has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Claste, Quinlan Osborne and Gildas Berthelot are consistently popular.

How Much is a Coffee Table Canada?

The average selling price for a coffee table Canada at 1stDibs is $3,930, while they’re typically $550 on the low end and $60,000 for the highest priced.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Questions About Coffee Table Canada

Can a coffee table be too low?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
No one knows for sure who invented the coffee table. The earliest examples of the occasional table can be traced back to Victorian-era Britain. At that time, makers like William Watt and Collinson and Lock were producing coffee tables in large quantities.

Notably, F. Stuart Foote, the designer behind the American Imperial Furniture Company, claimed to have invented the coffee table in the early 20th century. He stated that he did so by cutting down the legs of a dining table. However, it's unlikely that Foote is the actual inventor of the coffee table, as books describing coffee tables existed in the UK a decade before his birth in 1872.

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What size should a coffee table be?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A coffee table should generally be two-thirds as long as the sofa it stands in front of and around the same height as the sofa’s seat cushions.
Is an ottoman a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Typically, an ottoman is not a coffee table. An ottoman is a small cushioned seat without a back or arm rests. You can shop a collection of vintage and contemporary ottomans from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
Why is it called a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
Coffee tables were originally used in living spaces during social gatherings to support a tray containing multiple mugs, a coffee pot, creamers and sugar bowls. Low to the ground and centrally located in the space, coffee tables reduced the host or hostess’s need to constantly stand and serve her guests.
What is the difference between a center table and a coffee table?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
Yes, end tables are generally taller than coffee tables.

The term “end table” is frequently used interchangeably with “coffee table,” and while these two furnishings have much in common, each table type offers its own distinctive benefits in your space.

Your end table is likely going to stand as tall as the arms of your sofa, and its depth will match the seating. These attributes allow for tucking the table neatly at the end of your sofa in order to provide an elevated surface between your seating and the wall. End tables are accent pieces — they’re a close cousin to side tables, but side tables, not unlike the show-stealing low-profile coffee table, are intended to be positioned prominently and have more to do with the flow and design of a room than an end table, which does a great job but does it out of the way of everything else.

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What is the difference between a coffee table and a console table?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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.
Is there a difference between a coffee table and a cocktail table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
"Coffee table" and "cocktail table" are used interchangeably; cocktail table is the more traditional term, often applied to lower, more formal designs.
What is the difference between a coffee table and a cocktail table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
While both pieces are relatively new to the furniture world, the main difference between them are their shapes. A cocktail table is generally square or rectangular in shape, while a coffee table tends to be oval or circular in shape. You can shop a collection of furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between a sofa table and a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
The difference between a sofa table and a coffee table is that a sofa table is always behind the sofa and a coffee table is in front of it. Additionally, a sofa table is the same height as the sofa and a coffee table is much shorter.
How big should a coffee table be for a sectional?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To authenticate your Noguchi coffee table, there are three different marks to look for. Isamu Noguchi’s signature will be on the edge of the table and on a medallion under the base. Even under the medallion, you will find Noguchi’s initials. Shop a collection of properly vetted Noguchi pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
How do you stack books on a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
To stack books on a coffee table, place the largest one on the bottom with the spine facing the focal piece of furniture, usually the sofa. Then, add the next largest, lining up the inner edges so that the spines create a stepped effect. Continue adding books to complete the stack and top it off with a decorative object if you wish. Shop a variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
How do you date a Lane coffee table?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
A tall coffee table is usually called exactly that — a tall coffee table. Coffee tables, also referred to as cocktail tables, are generally designed to sit at or below the sofa's seat height. These tables may come in a range of sizes, but they are often between 16 and 18 inches high and are designed in a variety of lengths and widths. They’re meant to provide a practical table-top surface that complements your living room layout. (A tall version might also be suitable for use as a dining table.) Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tall coffee tables from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
What is the best height for a coffee table?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
The best coffee table for a sectional can be a round coffee table, particularly with respect to U-shaped sectionals. The circular design creates a sense of balance in small spaces and renders it easy for guests to move to and fro, especially when surrounded by chairs. Find a collection of antique and vintage coffee tables on 1stDibs today.
What is the average height of a coffee table?
1 Answer
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.

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