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.

Coffee Table In Black

Marcel Breuer Cane Or Chrome Table

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Lacquered Wood Coffee Table

Modern Black Cocktail Table

Made To Order Coffee Table

Black Lacquered Center Table

Laccio Coffee

Glass Coffee Table Metal Legs

Brass Coffee Table with Gallery and Black Lacquered Glass Top by Maison Jansen

$6,650

Brass Coffee Table with Gallery and Black Lacquered Glass Top by Maison Jansen

By Maison Jansen

Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France

Rectangular coffee table in brass with a black lacquered glass top bordered by an openwork gallery with arcature motifs.

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20th Century French Neoclassical Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Brass

Gia Cinto Gold Coffee Table in Wood & Stainless Steel by Barberini & Gunnell

$22,507 / item

Gia Cinto Gold Coffee Table in Wood & Stainless Steel by Barberini & Gunnell

Located in Geneve, CH

Gia Cinto Gold Coffee Table in Wood & Stainless Steel by Barberini & Gunnell Limited Edition of 12 + 2 AP + 1 p. Dimensions: D 150 x W 73 x H 36 cm. Materials: Wood and stainless st...

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2010s Italian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Stainless Steel

Fuili Coffee Table in blue resin and corten steel by BAM Design

$6,877 / item

Fuili Coffee Table in blue resin and corten steel by BAM Design

By BAM Design

Located in Milano, Lombardia

Fuili is part of Mare collection, wich was born from a fusion of crystallized metal, “fizzed” by the epoxy resin, with a highly artisanal use of color. Its blue, emerald and white nu...

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2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Steel

Customizable Machine Leg Coffee Table in Cast Aluminum and choice of wood

$6,190

Customizable Machine Leg Coffee Table in Cast Aluminum and choice of wood

Located in Chicago, IL

This versatile coffee table can be customized in terms of size, shape, and species. Legs are prefabricated and the tops are made to order. Founded in 2011, AKMD developed out of a ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Aluminum

ClassiCon Bell Coffee Table in Brass and Quartz Grey by Sebastian Herkner

$5,229 / item

ClassiCon Bell Coffee Table in Brass and Quartz Grey by Sebastian Herkner

By Sebastian Herkner

Located in New York, NY

Coffee table. Hand blown glass base. Metal top frame in solid brass.

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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Blown Glass

ClassiCon Bell Coffee Table in Brass and Amethyst Violet by Sebastian Herkner

$5,229 / item

ClassiCon Bell Coffee Table in Brass and Amethyst Violet by Sebastian Herkner

By Sebastian Herkner

Located in New York, NY

Coffee table. Hand blown glass base. Metal top frame in solid brass.

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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Blown Glass

Shape Coffee Table in Marble & Tempered Glass by MANTA Handmade Stone Design

$33,090 / item

Shape Coffee Table in Marble & Tempered Glass by MANTA Handmade Stone Design

Located in Geneve, CH

Shape Coffee Table in Marble & Tempered Glass by MANTA Handmade Stone Design Limited Edition of 5 Pieces. Dimensions: D 60 x W 119 x H 42,5 cm. Materials: Pele de Tigre marble and t...

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2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Marble

Feathers Side Table in Black Marble Handcrafted In India By Stephanie Odegard

$2,754 / item

Feathers Side Table in Black Marble Handcrafted In India By Stephanie Odegard

By Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

Inspired by the temple carvings in and around Udaipur, Stephanie Odegard designed this unique side table using locally available stones. The arrangement of the carved leaf motif is t...

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2010s Indian Other Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Brass Coffee Table with Semi Precious, Spring in Kashmir, Viya by Vikram Goyal

$22,500 / item

Brass Coffee Table with Semi Precious, Spring in Kashmir, Viya by Vikram Goyal

Located in Noida, DL

Brass Coffee Table with Semi Precious Stone Top, Spring in Kashmir, Viya by Vikram Goyal Coffee table in brass with semi precious stone top.

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Modern Checker Style Tile Top Coffee Table in Brass Frame

$2,800

Mid Century Modern Checker Style Tile Top Coffee Table in Brass Frame

By Gio Ponti

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Very nice art tile coffee table top frame in brass "frame" banding around the edge.

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

Materials

Brass

Ziggy Hourglass Coffee Table in Glossy Red & Melange Orange by Emilio Nanni

$684 / item

Ziggy Hourglass Coffee Table in Glossy Red & Melange Orange by Emilio Nanni

By EMILIO NANNI, Saba Italia

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A collection of poufs and coffee tables made in metal rods and woven nautical cords, mixed together like the paints on an artist’s palette.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Etienne Allemeersch coffee table, Belgium 1970s

$8,525

Etienne Allemeersch coffee table, Belgium 1970s

By Etienne Allemeersch

Located in Brussels, BE

Artisan Etienne Allemeersch, who refined his craft in the workshop of the Belgian artist Ado Chale, crafted this coffee table in resin adorned with inlaid fossil stone. Do not hesi...

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Vintage 1970s Belgian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stone

Vintage 1970s Square Coffee Table in Brass and Smoked Glass, David Hicks Style

$2,160

Vintage 1970s Square Coffee Table in Brass and Smoked Glass, David Hicks Style

By David Hicks

Located in London, GB

A stylish vintage 1970s square smoked glass top coffee table attributed to David Hicks. The stacked brass plated architectural base supports a smoked square glass top. There is som...

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Vintage 1970s British Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table, Steel in Glass, Mirror and Brass - Italy

$2,273

Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table, Steel in Glass, Mirror and Brass - Italy

Located in Girona, Girona

High quality coffee table, black lacquered steel feet with adjusting screws and solid brass decorating heads.

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

Materials

Brass, Steel

Organic Three-Piece Coffee Table Set in Fusion Glass and Silver Metal Base

$13,000 / set

Organic Three-Piece Coffee Table Set in Fusion Glass and Silver Metal Base

Located in New York, NY

A sculptural three-piece coffee table composition defined by layered organic forms, varied elevations, and a refined dialogue between glass and metal. Each table features a softly ro...

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2010s European Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

St. Charles Cocktail Table in Black and Black Marble by Volk

$5,635 / item

St. Charles Cocktail Table in Black and Black Marble by Volk

By VOLK 3

Located in Brooklyn, NY

As shown: Blackened ash veneer with solid ash, marble and antique mirror. Dimensions: 15.5” H x 60” L x 26” D. Custom sizing available. Offered in a variety of woods and finishes.

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2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Copper

Più Round Coffee Table Small in Matt Lacquered Silver by Giuseppe Viganò

$846 / item

Più Round Coffee Table Small in Matt Lacquered Silver by Giuseppe Viganò

By Saba Italia, Giuseppe Viganò 1

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A light, crisp and stylish table with a strong, clean design and an elegant, dainty spirit. Metal base and MDF top. Available in a matt lacquered finish. The designer Giuseppe Vig...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

DDR Round Coffee Table in Deep Dark Red Lacquer by No Age Studio

$3,921 / item

DDR Round Coffee Table in Deep Dark Red Lacquer by No Age Studio

Located in Geneve, CH

DDR Round Coffee Table in Deep Dark Red Lacquer by No Age Studio Dimensions: Ø 106.7 x H 38.1 cm. Materials: Lacquer. No Age Studio - Handcrafted Furniture Every piece we create i...

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2010s Mexican Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Lacquer

Spanish Black Drinks Table, End or Side Table in Wrought Iron, 1940s

$2,216

Spanish Black Drinks Table, End or Side Table in Wrought Iron, 1940s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Spanish black wrough iron drinks table gueridon, end or side table. Spain, 1940-1950 This elegant pedestal table has an round top with concave surface and It stands on a tripod base...

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

Materials

Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron

Mid Century Modern Coffee Table in Green Iron with Bronze and Brass Details

$2,230

Mid Century Modern Coffee Table in Green Iron with Bronze and Brass Details

Located in Miami, FL

Mid Century Modern Coffee Table in Green Iron with Bronze and Brass Details Beautiful table with beveled frame and glass top inlaid. The table has a brass stretcher with pineapple d...

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

Materials

Iron

Pietra Dura Small Coffee Table (TOP ONLY) Inlay in Marble by Stephanie Odegard

$6,057 / item

Pietra Dura Small Coffee Table (TOP ONLY) Inlay in Marble by Stephanie Odegard

By Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

This stunning coffee table top exhibits one of the most intricate Italian Pietra Dura design.

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2010s American Other Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Columbus Coffee Table in Blackened Steel and Honed Marble by Jonathan Nesci

$36,250 / item

Columbus Coffee Table in Blackened Steel and Honed Marble by Jonathan Nesci

By Jonathan Nesci

Located in Columbus, IN

Contemporary Columbus table is made of matte-black powder-coated welded aluminum with an inset mirror-polished brass top. Made in two pieces with a custom delrin spacer between the e...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Coffee and Cocktail Ta...

Materials

Brass

Columbus Coffee Table in Blackened Aluminum and Polished Brass by Jonathan Nesci

$39,650 / item

Columbus Coffee Table in Blackened Aluminum and Polished Brass by Jonathan Nesci

By Jonathan Nesci

Located in Columbus, IN

Contemporary Columbus table is made of matte-black powder-coated welded aluminum with an inset mirror-polished brass top. Made in two pieces with a custom delrin spacer between the e...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Coffee and Cocktail Ta...

Materials

Brass

Set of 3, Kolho Original Coffee Table & Lounge Chairs, Black by Made by Choice

$14,780 / set

Set of 3, Kolho Original Coffee Table & Lounge Chairs, Black by Made by Choice

Located in Geneve, CH

Set of 3, Kolho original coffee table & lounge chairs, Diamon Black by Made By Choice MDJ Kuu - Kolho Collection with Matthew Day Jackson Dimensions: 98 x 48 x 45 cm (Coffee Table)...

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2010s Finnish Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Birch, Plywood

Nero Marquina Marble Coffee Table In The Style Of Gae Aulenti, Italy 1960s

$7,388

Nero Marquina Marble Coffee Table In The Style Of Gae Aulenti, Italy 1960s

By Gae Aulenti

Located in Antwerp, Antwerp

An impressive marble 'Jumbo' style coffee table attributed to Gae Aulenti, Knoll, Italy, 1970's. The top and the legs come as five separate parts. This classic coffee table in Nero M...

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

Materials

Marble

Brass Coffee Table with Semi Precious, Spring in Kashmir, Viya by Vikram Goyal

$10,520 / item

Brass Coffee Table with Semi Precious, Spring in Kashmir, Viya by Vikram Goyal

Located in Noida, DL

Brass Coffee Table with Semi Precious Stone Top, Spring in Kashmir, Viya by Vikram Goyal Coffee table in brass with semi precious stone top.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

ClassiCon Bow Coffee Table No. 3 in Nero Marquina Marble by Guilherme Torres

$11,677 / item

ClassiCon Bow Coffee Table No. 3 in Nero Marquina Marble by Guilherme Torres

By Guilherme Torres

Located in New York, NY

The ensemble of the bow coffee tables is expanded in 2019: The bow table No. 3 is now also available in a version completely made of white or black marble.

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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Large Coffee Table by Michel Mangematin in Bronze and Glass circa 1960

$18,188

Large Coffee Table by Michel Mangematin in Bronze and Glass circa 1960

Located in Mouscron, WHT

Original coffee table in varnished metal, black marble top. the tray measures 60 cm in diameter.

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

Materials

Bronze

Mid Century Bamboo and Rattan Coffee Table in style of Afra&Tobia Scarpa, Italy

$1,011

Mid Century Bamboo and Rattan Coffee Table in style of Afra&Tobia Scarpa, Italy

Located in Lucija, SI

Nice coffee or side table Made of rattan, bamboo and glass In the style of Afra and Tobia Scarpa

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

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Glass

Kartell Four Table in Black / Aluminum by Ferruccio Laviani

$2,514 / item

Kartell Four Table in Black / Aluminum by Ferruccio Laviani

By Kartell, Ferruccio Laviani

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This functional and refined table also has a strict geometric design. Thanks to the elegant design solution, the position of the slim table top allows for the convenient positioning ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Soda Blown Murano Glass Oval Coffee Table in Petrol by Yiannis Ghikas

$3,830 / item

Soda Blown Murano Glass Oval Coffee Table in Petrol by Yiannis Ghikas

By Yiannis Ghikas, Miniforms

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Give or take a stem or two: this time Soda has only two stems, and its top takes on an elongated shape. Smooth as a surfboard, it evokes the fluidity of 1950s French design, but with...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Blown Glass

Post Modern Karl Springer Coffee Table in Gunmetal Brass with Smoked Glass Top

$5,500

Post Modern Karl Springer Coffee Table in Gunmetal Brass with Smoked Glass Top

By Karl Springer

Located in Lake Worth, FL

This vintage coffee table not signed but looks to be designed by Karl Springer is a stunning piece of postmodern furniture. The gunmetal brass finish and smoked glass top give it a u...

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

Materials

Metal

Coffee Table With Canvas, Copper and Weathered Lead Top in Stainless Steel Base

$4,149

Coffee Table With Canvas, Copper and Weathered Lead Top in Stainless Steel Base

By Kalarara

Located in Roma, RM

"ABSTRACTION #2” is a one-of-a-kind rectangular low coffee table as well as a functional piece of art.The inset tabletop is created on canvas embroidered with copper thread, then pai...

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2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Copper, Iron, Lead

Serge Mouille - Twisted Table in Black 1962 - Ships from US - IN STOCK!

$12,990

Serge Mouille - Twisted Table in Black 1962 - Ships from US - IN STOCK!

By Serge Mouille

Located in Stratford, CT

La Table Vrilee or Twisted Table is a rare and only furniture design executed by Mouille. Presented for the first time in 1962 at the prestigious Salon des Arts Ménagers, this uniq...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cockt...

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

Janni van Pelt Coffee Table in Patinated Metal and Glass The Netherlands 1950s

$6,195

Janni van Pelt Coffee Table in Patinated Metal and Glass The Netherlands 1950s

By Janni Van Pelt

Located in Meer, VAN

Janni van Pelt Coffee Table in Patinated Metal and Glass for Bas van Pelt The Netherlands 1950s Wonderfully understated and timeless, this rare mid century coffee table by designer ...

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

Materials

Metal

Vintage Glass and Goop Resin Coffee table in the manner of Paul Evans

$2,300

Vintage Glass and Goop Resin Coffee table in the manner of Paul Evans

By Paul Evans

Located in Virginia Beach, VA

A vintage coffee table consisting of glass and a goop resin covered steel pyramidal form. This piece is Unsigned and Dorsey Reading could not confirm the table. So we are in the mann...

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

Materials

Glass, Resin

Gervasoni Extra Large Brass Coffee Table in Cast Aluminium Top by Paola Navone

$2,014 / item

Gervasoni Extra Large Brass Coffee Table in Cast Aluminium Top by Paola Navone

By Gervasoni, Paola Navone

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The eclectic spirit of Gervasoni can clearly be seen in the BRASS family of coffee tables, characterised by a sculptural look and feel. They are made with the base in cast iron, a co...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Sedimento 1.1 coffee table in painted concrete and brass by Duccio Maria Gambi

$8,252

Sedimento 1.1 coffee table in painted concrete and brass by Duccio Maria Gambi

By Duccio Maria Gambi

Located in Milano, Lombardia

The concrete blocks place themselves in between furniture and the architectural elements. Lines left on the surface by the pouring technic are then shadows of the surrounding. Polish...

Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Concrete, Brass

Ghidini 1961 Small Frame Coffee Table in Cuoio Leather by Stefano Giovannoni

$7,735 / item

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Ghidini 1961 Small Frame Coffee Table in Cuoio Leather by Stefano Giovannoni

By Stefano Giovannoni, Ghidini 1961

Located in Villa Carcina, IT

Stefano Giovannoni designs Frame for Ghidini 1961, a new collection composed of sofas, armchairs, dining and coffee tables, bookshelves and cabinets. Everything starts from a simple ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Leather

Sedimento 1.2 coffee table in pigmented concrete and brass by Duccio Maria Gambi

$8,252

Sedimento 1.2 coffee table in pigmented concrete and brass by Duccio Maria Gambi

By Duccio Maria Gambi

Located in Milano, Lombardia

The concrete blocks place themselves in between furniture and the architectural elements. Lines left on the surface by the pouring technic are then shadows of the surrounding. Polish...

Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Concrete, Brass

Mid-Century Modern Thick Slate Coffee Table In A Steel Frame - France, 1970

$1,989

Mid-Century Modern Thick Slate Coffee Table In A Steel Frame - France, 1970

Located in Girona, Girona

Coffee table with patinated steel base, thick slate marquetry top mounted in a steel frame. France circa 1970.

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

Materials

Slate, Steel

Vintage 1970s Square Coffee Table in Brass and Glass, David Hicks Style, UK #2

$2,024

Vintage 1970s Square Coffee Table in Brass and Glass, David Hicks Style, UK #2

By David Hicks

Located in London, GB

A stylish vintage 1970s square glass top coffee table attributed to David Hicks. The stacked brass plated architectural base supports a clear square glass top. There is some age re...

Category

Vintage 1970s British Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass

Neoclassical style coffee table and glass

$954

Neoclassical style coffee table and glass

Located in NAVILLY, FR

Neoclassical style coffee table in brass and black glass. Scuffs and wear marks on the top.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Develius Coffee Table EV3 in Stone Grey Powder Coated Steel, by Edward van Vilet

$1,591 / item

Develius Coffee Table EV3 in Stone Grey Powder Coated Steel, by Edward van Vilet

By &Tradition

Located in Bayrut, Beirut Governorate

Whether used as a standalone piece or nestled between sofa modules, the Develius Coffee Table serves as a place to store and display items, as well as a convenient perch for a book o...

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2010s Chinese Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

21st Century Modern Coffee Table With Painted Steel Base And Top In Solid Marble

$2,421 / item

21st Century Modern Coffee Table With Painted Steel Base And Top In Solid Marble

By Federico Carandini

Located in Milan, IT

Our MT coffee table is at once simple and rich. The base is made with a very thin squared metal tubing which results in physically and visually light and clean geometric structure. T...

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2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Apex Side Table, Handmade Metal, Modern Look in Black

$1,225 / item

Apex Side Table, Handmade Metal, Modern Look in Black

By Yet Design Studio

Located in Istanbul, 34

’Apex’’, a tribute to the power of form and void. It narrates the journey of ascent, from base to zenith. It begins with two horizontal lines and a gap between them, a starting point...

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2010s Turkish Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

New Modern Side Table in Black Marquinia Marble, Creator Chekerdjian

$5,589

New Modern Side Table in Black Marquinia Marble, Creator Chekerdjian

By Karen Chekerdjian

Located in Milan, IT

Life force, futuristic dynamism, ancestral power. With a cylindrical base and an interchangeable tip aimed at the ground or the sky, Karen Chekerdjian’s creation never belies its mar...

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2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

DeCastelli Alchemy 50 Coffee Table in Copper with Stainless Steel Base by Stormo

$3,403 / item

DeCastelli Alchemy 50 Coffee Table in Copper with Stainless Steel Base by Stormo

By DeCastelli

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Alchemy is an ancient art whose main goal was to convert humble metals to precious ones, using an esoteric language to give materials a metaphysical quality. The Alchemy collection w...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Copper

Coffee Table with Legs and Frame in Bronze Finish Bronze Leaf Glass Top

$11,253 / item

Coffee Table with Legs and Frame in Bronze Finish Bronze Leaf Glass Top

Located in London, GB

Sicis is delighted to welcome you at ‘Home’. The classically inspired extent in contemporary plays an eclectic style, elegant and refined. Interiors express personality. A constant...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Other Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Metal

Stoneage One Of A Kind Sculptural Coffee Table in Brass & Marble by Alex Turco

$20,006 / item

Stoneage One Of A Kind Sculptural Coffee Table in Brass & Marble by Alex Turco

Located in Geneve, CH

Stoneage Sculptural Coffee Table in Brass, Marble & Cast by Alex Turco One Of a Kind Dimensions: D 70 x W 110 x H 40 cm. Materials: Brass, marble, and cast. Elevate your interio...

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2010s Italian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Marble, Brass, Other

Odelia Set of 3 Coffee Table

$16,482 / item

Odelia Set of 3 Coffee Table

Located in Paris, FR

Coffee Table Odelia Set of 3 with base structure in solid wood in tobacco finish on 2 smaller coffee tables and in black finish on the bigger square coffee table.

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Smoked Glass, Wood

Tommaso Barbi Cocktail Table in Black Ceramic with Brass Trim

$12,000

Tommaso Barbi Cocktail Table in Black Ceramic with Brass Trim

By Tommaso Barbi

Located in Dallas, TX

Beautiful large cocktail table by Tommaso Barbi. Table has a new black glass top, black ceramic frame and brass trim.

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

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Brass

Contemporary Mexican Low Table EM04 in Black Marble and wood

$17,051 / item

Contemporary Mexican Low Table EM04 in Black Marble and wood

Located in 1204, CH

Slight variations and imperfections may apply due to a handmade production process. At OWN, we stand by these artistic choices and do not accept returns related to these intentional ...

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2010s Mexican Bohemian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Marble

Contemporary Mexican Low Table EM02 in Black Marble and wood

$15,914 / item

Contemporary Mexican Low Table EM02 in Black Marble and wood

Located in 1204, CH

Slight variations and imperfections may apply due to a handmade production process. At OWN, we stand by these artistic choices and do not accept returns related to these intentional ...

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2010s Mexican Bohemian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Marble

Contemporary Mexican Low Table EM01 in Black Marble and wood

$19,893 / item

Contemporary Mexican Low Table EM01 in Black Marble and wood

Located in 1204, CH

Slight variations and imperfections may apply due to a handmade production process. At OWN, we stand by these artistic choices and do not accept returns related to these intentional ...

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2010s Mexican Bohemian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Marble

Maison Jansen low table "Petales" in Black Lacquer France 1970

$15,914

Maison Jansen low table "Petales" in Black Lacquer France 1970

By Maison Jansen

Located in Paris, IDF

Maison Jansen, adjustable lounge table Iconic model 'Petales'. Designed in 1972. Painted high-gloss panels, chromed metal bars. The four panels are loosened by pressing buttons and m...

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

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Chrome

New Modern Side Table in Black Marquina Marble creator Ivan Colominas

$10,733 / item

New Modern Side Table in Black Marquina Marble creator Ivan Colominas

By Ivan Colominas

Located in Milan, IT

Black Marquinia marble coffee table. Size: 75 (top diameter) x 36 (height) cm - round top -, 29.5 ⌀ (top) x 14.2 in. , smooth finishing.

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2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Marble

Circulaire Leather Coffee Table Jaques Adnet By Gubi

$2,310

Circulaire Leather Coffee Table Jaques Adnet By Gubi

By Jacques Adnet

Located in London, GB

Manufactured by Gubi Denmark This Black leather Jacques Adnet Circulaire Coffee table in stitched black leather, brass accents and thin glass top.

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1990s Danish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Brass, Iron

New Modern Side Table in Black Marquinia Marble, creator Ivan Colominas

$8,184 / item

New Modern Side Table in Black Marquinia Marble, creator Ivan Colominas

By Ivan Colominas

Located in Milan, IT

Black Marquinia marble coffee table. Size: 38 (top diameter) x 54 (height) cm - round top - ,14.9 x 21.2 in, smooth finishing.

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2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Marble

Italian Coffee Table with Green Marble Top in the style of Gio Ponti, 1950s

$2,600

Italian Coffee Table with Green Marble Top in the style of Gio Ponti, 1950s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Dark sculptural wooden frame supporting a rectangular green marble slab. Sleek proportions marry organic texture with modernist design.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Marble

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Coffee Table In Black For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the coffee table in black you’re looking for. Each coffee table in black for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wood and stone. Find 245 options for an antique or vintage coffee table in black now, or shop our selection of 312 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect coffee table in black — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A coffee table in black made by Modern designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one coffee table in black that is appealing in its simplicity, but Karen Chekerdjian, Amura and Bend Goods produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Coffee Table In Black?

Prices for a coffee table in black start at $147 and top out at $45,000 with the average selling for $3,492.

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 In Black

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?
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?
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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.
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?
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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?
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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