What are nesting tables?

Nesting tables are small tables graduated in size so they can be stacked one on top of the other.

Can I stack nesting tables?

It depends on the design, but in most cases, you can indeed stack nesting tables. Nesting tables are a great way to maximize furniture usage while saving space in smaller areas. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of nesting tables from some of the top sellers around the world.

Who invented nesting tables?

English cabinet maker Thomas Sheraton is credited with publishing the first drawings of nesting tables in the early 19th century, but they may have been used as early as the mid-18th century.

What are nesting side tables?

A nesting table is a set of tables designed to be stored one inside or under the other, giving them a layered or stacked appearance. A side table is a table that’s placed beside a piece of furniture. A nesting side table would be a series of side tables in graduated heights that can be stacked or nested together. Shop a collection of nesting tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What were nesting tables used for?

Nesting tables typically consist of several different sizes of tables designed to fit underneath one another — they were initially intended to save space in the drawing room. The tables were pulled out as needed and used for playing chess, needlepoint and engaging in other leisurely activities. Shop a collection of nesting tables on 1stDibs from top sellers worldwide.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

Are end tables taller than coffee tables?

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

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

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

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

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

What is the standard size of a coffee table?

There isn't really a standard size of a coffee table. Manufacturers produce coffee tables in a range of sizes and shapes. However, many rectangular tables are around 45 to 48 inches in length by 25 to 28 inches in width. Heights typically range from 16 to 18 inches. Shop a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

What is a tray top coffee table?

Tray top coffee tables are coffee tables with long, flat rectangular surfaces that are supported by an x-frame base. Low tables that were initially used as tea or coffee tables have been around since at least the mid- to late-1800s. After coffee drinking and “coffee breaks” became popular, it didn’t take long for coffee and cocktail tables to become a design staple and for consumers to recognize their role in entertaining no matter what beverages were being served. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary tray top coffee tables from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

When did coffee tables become popular?

Coffee tables became popular in the 1920s and ’30s. Pieces from this time period often show off the characteristics of Art Deco design, such as metal accents, mirrored finishes and the use of exotic woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. Coffee tables first came into use during the Victorian era, largely in response to the rise of coffee houses in London. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary coffee tables.

How do you style an oval coffee table?

To style an oval coffee table, create balance with opposites. Choose a sofa and accent chairs with a boxier shape for a striking contrast. Place a rectangular tray in the center and use it to display decorative accents or to store remotes and coasters. Another approach to decorating an oval table is to use decorative accents at different heights. Think of a tall vase placed next to a low bowl and a small sculpture positioned on top of two stacked coffee table books. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of oval coffee tables.

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Art Deco Burr Walnut Coffee table / Nests 3 tables each side, circa 1920s

$2,757Sale Price|20% Off

Art Deco Burr Walnut Coffee table / Nests 3 tables each side, circa 1920s

By Maple & Co.

Located in Dereham, GB

Art Deco Burr Walnut & Walnut coffee table, with Nest 3 inset tables each side,circa 1920s

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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Walnut

Heritage Collection Nest Coffee Table

$5,900

Heritage Collection Nest Coffee Table

Located in Miami, FL

The Nest coffee table features botticino marble top, black lacquered legs and brushed brass detail.

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2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Marble

Heritage Collection Nest Coffee Table

$7,380

Heritage Collection Nest Coffee Table

Located in Miami, FL

The nest coffee table features calacatta marble top, sand colored leather legs with steel accents.

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2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Roca Nested Coffee Tables by Ombia

$21,872 / set

Roca Nested Coffee Tables by Ombia

By Ōmbia Studio

Located in Geneve, CH

Roca nested coffee tables by Ombia. Dimensions: W 122 x D 96.5 x H 30.5 cm / W 84 x D 76.5 x H 36

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2010s American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Other

Fusion Glass Nested Coffee Tables with Bronze Base

$7,986 / set

Fusion Glass Nested Coffee Tables with Bronze Base

Located in NEW YORK, NY

Description A study in contrast and reflection, this pair of nested coffee tables combines fluid

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2010s Greek Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Bee Nest Coffee Table in Matte Brass Finish

$21,655Sale Price / item|20% Off

Bee Nest Coffee Table in Matte Brass Finish

Located in Paris, FR

Coffee table bee nest with structure handcrafted in matte brass finish. With a smoked glass top.

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Brass

Bumble Nest Coffee Table with Gold Finish Base

$2,839Sale Price / item|20% Off

Bumble Nest Coffee Table with Gold Finish Base

Located in Paris, FR

Coffee table bumble nest with metal base in gold finish and with wooden top. Also available with

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Metal

Fusion Glass Nested Coffee Tables with Fluted Bronze Base

$7,986 / set

Fusion Glass Nested Coffee Tables with Fluted Bronze Base

Located in NEW YORK, NY

Description A study in contrast and reflection, this pair of nested coffee tables combines fluid

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2010s Greek Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Metal

Scandinavian Modern Rosewood Coffee Nest Side Tables, Set of Three Tables

$690Sale Price / set|69% Off

Scandinavian Modern Rosewood Coffee Nest Side Tables, Set of Three Tables

Located in Miami, FL

Scandinavian Modern Rosewood Coffee Nest Side Tables, Set of Three Tables Offered for sale is a

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Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Rosewood

Nested Puddle Tables - Three stacked Aluminum Coffee Tables with Cylinder legs

$8,400 / set

Nested Puddle Tables - Three stacked Aluminum Coffee Tables with Cylinder legs

By Klein Agency

Located in Los Angeles, CA

counter height, dining height as well as three, separate (and stackable) options for coffee table heights

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2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Stunning Coffee & Side Table Nest of Tables Military Campaign with World Maps

$1,309

Stunning Coffee & Side Table Nest of Tables Military Campaign with World Maps

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer this stunning campaign decorative world map nest of tables. Each table

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20th Century British Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Hardwood

1930s Italian art decò Silver Brass Nest Cart Nesting Coffee Tables

$8,180

1930s Italian art decò Silver Brass Nest Cart Nesting Coffee Tables

By Maison Jansen

Located in Vigonza, Padua

1930s Italy art decò silver brass cart nest coffee tables, Maison , crystal top. Measure cm: H 55

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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Stunning Coffee and Side Table Nest of Tables Military Campaign with World Maps

$1,861 / set

Stunning Coffee and Side Table Nest of Tables Military Campaign with World Maps

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

include one large coffee table and two small side nest tables A very good looking and well made set

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20th Century English Campaign Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Hardwood

Mid-Century Modern Brass & Smoked Glass Coffee Table & Pair of Side Nest Tables

$3,102 / set

Mid-Century Modern Brass & Smoked Glass Coffee Table & Pair of Side Nest Tables

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

. This is an original suite, you have a medium sized coffee table and a lovely pair of side end tables

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

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Brass

Large Danish Mid-Century Modern Wooden Coffee Nest of table Set / End Tables

$3,970 / set

Large Danish Mid-Century Modern Wooden Coffee Nest of table Set / End Tables

Located in Lisse, NL

Stunning and finest quality made, midcentury wooden coffee table with a pair of end tables. If

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

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Wood

NICE DECORATIVE CONTEMPORARY COFFEE & SiDE TABLES NEST PART OF A LARGE SUITE

$654 / set

NICE DECORATIVE CONTEMPORARY COFFEE & SiDE TABLES NEST PART OF A LARGE SUITE

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

& Side tables nest which is part of a room suite Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it

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

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Metal

1950s Glass and Chromed Tubular Steel Nest Coffee Tables, Marcel Breuer Style

$3,368

1950s Glass and Chromed Tubular Steel Nest Coffee Tables, Marcel Breuer Style

By Marcel Breuer

Located in Vigonza, Padua

Italian midcentury glass fumè and chromed tubular steel nest coffee tables, Marcel Breuer style in

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Mid-20th Century Italian Minimalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Steel

1950s Coffee Nest Tables in Macassar by Permanente Mobili Paolo Buffa Attributed

$7,218

1950s Coffee Nest Tables in Macassar by Permanente Mobili Paolo Buffa Attributed

By La Permanente Mobili Cantù, Paolo Buffa

Located in Vigonza, Padua

Exceptional nest coffee tables by Permanente Mobili di Cantù in Macassar Ebony, of classic design

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

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Ebony

Contemporary Cast white bronze, islandic sheepswool Nest table

$20,452

Contemporary Cast white bronze, islandic sheepswool Nest table

Located in 1204, CH

Inspired by the storks' nests set on high stilts in the region where Tanguy Tourain lives, the Nest

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2010s Belgian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Brass

Nest Side Table, Aged Silver & Black Glass, Contemporary Design

$3,128 / set

Nest Side Table, Aged Silver & Black Glass, Contemporary Design

By Jover + Valls

Located in Alcoy, Alicante

Modern style wanderlust side nested table. Aged silver and Black Glass Serene pieces where

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2010s Spanish Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Steel

Brown Jan Vanek Nest Tables Made in 1930s Czechia, Art Deco

$1,422 / set

Brown Jan Vanek Nest Tables Made in 1930s Czechia, Art Deco

By Jan Vanek

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

Sold as a set. The tables have been re-polished with polyutherane piano lacquer by our

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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Oak

Oriental Hardwood Square Coffee Table Stand

$3,369

Oriental Hardwood Square Coffee Table Stand

Located in Bedfordshire, GB

market and the most prolifically found of these items tend to be coffee tables, opium tables, nests of

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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Victorian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Oriental Hardwood 19th Century Rectangular Coffee Table

$5,308

Oriental Hardwood 19th Century Rectangular Coffee Table

Located in Bedfordshire, GB

A Very Attractive Late 19th Century Chinese Export, Oriental Hardwood Coffee Table Of Rectangular

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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Victorian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Hardwood

Modern Bordeira Nesting Coffee Table, Travertine, Handmade Portugal Greenapple

$11,429 / set

Modern Bordeira Nesting Coffee Table, Travertine, Handmade Portugal Greenapple

By Greenapple, Rute Martins

Located in Lisboa, PT

, and offer white-glove service as well upon request. Nested Coffee Table, Stacking Coffee Table

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Quartz, Travertine, Statuary Marble, Marble, Onyx, Stainless Steel, Brass

Organic Modern Bordeira Nesting Coffee Table, Brass Onyx, Handmade by Greenapple

$25,810 / set

Organic Modern Bordeira Nesting Coffee Table, Brass Onyx, Handmade by Greenapple

By Rute Martins, Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

request. Nested Coffee Table, Stacking Coffee Table, Nesting Table Set, Set of Tables

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Coffee and Cockt...

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Onyx, Quartz, Travertine, Marble, Statuary Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel

Contemporary Bordeira Nesting Coffee Table Set/2, Marble, Handmade by Greenapple

$11,429 / set

Contemporary Bordeira Nesting Coffee Table Set/2, Marble, Handmade by Greenapple

By Greenapple, Rute Martins

Located in Lisboa, PT

service as well upon request. Nested Coffee Table, Stacking Coffee Table, Nesting Table Set, Set of

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Quartz, Travertine, Granite, Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel

Bordeira Nesting Coffee Table, Set/3, Dover White Marble, Handmade by Greenapple

$27,011 / set

Bordeira Nesting Coffee Table, Set/3, Dover White Marble, Handmade by Greenapple

By Greenapple, Rute Martins

Located in Lisboa, PT

request. Nested Coffee Table, Stacking Coffee Table, Nesting Table Set, Set of Tables

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Onyx, Quartz, Travertine, Granite, Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass, Stainl...

Bordeira Nesting Coffee Table, Set/3, Miel Onyx, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple

$32,413 / set

Bordeira Nesting Coffee Table, Set/3, Miel Onyx, Handmade Portugal by Greenapple

By Greenapple, Rute Martins

Located in Lisboa, PT

customs clearance, and offer white-glove service as well upon request. Nested Coffee Table, Stacking

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Onyx, Quartz, Travertine, Granite, Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass, Stainl...

Modern Bordeira Nesting Coffee Table, Set/3, Travertine, Handmade by Greenapple

$15,006 / set

Modern Bordeira Nesting Coffee Table, Set/3, Travertine, Handmade by Greenapple

By Greenapple, Rute Martins

Located in Lisboa, PT

clearance, cover duties, and offer white-glove service as well upon request. Nested Coffee Table, Stacking

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Coffee and C...

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Quartz, Travertine, Granite, Marble, Carrara Marble, Onyx, Brass, Stainl...

Modern Landscape Nesting Coffee Tables, Set/3, Walnut, Brass, by Greenapple

$29,836 / set

Modern Landscape Nesting Coffee Tables, Set/3, Walnut, Brass, by Greenapple

By GF Contemporary, Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

request. Nested Coffee Table, Stacking Coffee Table, Nesting Table Set, Set of Tables

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Coffee and C...

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Onyx, Quartz, Travertine, Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel

Mid-Century Modern Bordeira Nesting Coffee Table, Onyx Brass, by Greenapple

$25,866 / set

Mid-Century Modern Bordeira Nesting Coffee Table, Onyx Brass, by Greenapple

By Rute Martins, Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

request. Nested Coffee Table, Stacking Coffee Table, Nesting Table Set, Set of Tables

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Coffee and C...

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Marble, Onyx, Statuary Marble, Quartz, Travertine, Brass, Stainless Steel

Modern Bordeira Nesting Coffee Table, Set/3, Marble, Handmade by Greenapple

$27,069 / set

Modern Bordeira Nesting Coffee Table, Set/3, Marble, Handmade by Greenapple

By Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

well upon request. Nested Coffee Table, Stacking Coffee Table, Nesting Table Set, Set of Tables

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Travertine, Granite, Marble, Carrara Marble, Onyx, Quartz, Brass, Stainl...

Modern Bordeira Nesting Coffee Table, Set/2, Marble, Handmade by Greenapple

$11,429 / set

Modern Bordeira Nesting Coffee Table, Set/2, Marble, Handmade by Greenapple

By Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

customs clearance, cover duties, and offer white-glove service as well upon request. Nested Coffee Table

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Travertine, Granite, Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel

Modern Bordeira Nesting Coffee Table, Set/2, Marble, Handmade by Greenapple

$11,429 / set

Modern Bordeira Nesting Coffee Table, Set/2, Marble, Handmade by Greenapple

By Greenapple, Rute Martins

Located in Lisboa, PT

service as well upon request. Nested Coffee Table, Stacking Coffee Table, Nesting Table Set, Set of

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Coffee and C...

Materials

Quartz, Granite, Travertine, Carrara Marble, Marble, Stainless Steel, Brass

Modern Bordeira Nesting Coffee Table, Set/3, Nilo Onyx, Handmade by Greenapple

$16,326 / set

Modern Bordeira Nesting Coffee Table, Set/3, Nilo Onyx, Handmade by Greenapple

By Greenapple, Rute Martins

Located in Lisboa, PT

well upon request. Nested Coffee Table, Stacking Coffee Table, Nesting Table Set, Set of Tables

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Onyx, Quartz, Travertine, Granite, Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass, Stainl...

Modern Landscape Nesting Coffee Table, Set/3, Nilo Onyx, Handmade by Greenapple

$27,069 / set

Modern Landscape Nesting Coffee Table, Set/3, Nilo Onyx, Handmade by Greenapple

By Rute Martins, Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

Modern Landscape Nesting Coffee Table, Set of 3, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Coffee and C...

Materials

Onyx, Quartz, Travertine, Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel

Modern Bordeira Nesting Coffee Table, Set/3, Nilo Onyx, Handmade by Greenapple

$22,209 / set

Modern Bordeira Nesting Coffee Table, Set/3, Nilo Onyx, Handmade by Greenapple

By Rute Martins, Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

well upon request. Nested Coffee Table, Stacking Coffee Table, Nesting Table Set, Set of Tables

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Onyx, Quartz, Travertine, Granite, Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass, Stainl...

Organic Modern Bordeira Nesting Coffee Table, Set/2 Onyx, Handmade by Greenapple

$11,790 / set

Organic Modern Bordeira Nesting Coffee Table, Set/2 Onyx, Handmade by Greenapple

By Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

clearance, cover duties, and offer white-glove service as well upon request. Nested Coffee Table, Stacking

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Travertine, Granite, Marble, Carrara Marble, Onyx, Brass, Stainless Steel

Nest of Three Regency Rosewood Coffee Tables

$4,618

Nest of Three Regency Rosewood Coffee Tables

Located in Bedfordshire, GB

coffee tables having extremely well figured tops, the centre table with inlaid chess board, raised on

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Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Nesting Tables and Stacking T...

Materials

Rosewood

Antique Oriental Hardwood Nest of Coffee Tables

$3,644

Antique Oriental Hardwood Nest of Coffee Tables

Located in Bedfordshire, GB

A Very Good Quality Mid 19th Century Nest of Four Oriental Hardwood Coffee Tables, Having Well

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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Victorian Nesting Tables and Stacking T...

Materials

Hardwood

1970's Maison Charles Nested Coffee Table

$3,988 / set

1970's Maison Charles Nested Coffee Table

By Charles Maison

Located in Chesham, GB

Beautiful 1970's Maison Charles coffee table of glass, brass and chrome with 4 nested tables

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Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Oriental Hardwood Nest Of Four Coffee Tables

$5,776

Oriental Hardwood Nest Of Four Coffee Tables

Located in Bedfordshire, GB

A Very Good Quality Mid 19th Century Nest of Four Oriental Hardwood Coffee Tables, Having Well

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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Victorian Nesting Tables and Stacking T...

Materials

Hardwood

Lovely Marble & Brass Nest Of Three Coffee Table

$987Sale Price|20% Off

Lovely Marble & Brass Nest Of Three Coffee Table

Located in Crawley, GB

tables , solid marble and three beautiful sculptural brass legs ,in very good condition , 1970 . Don't

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Mid-20th Century British Hollywood Regency Nesting Tables and Stacking T...

Materials

Marble, Brass

19th Century Mahogany Quartetto Nest Of Four Coffee Tables

$3,431

19th Century Mahogany Quartetto Nest Of Four Coffee Tables

Located in Bedfordshire, GB

A Very Good Quality Mid 19th Century Mahogany Quartetto Nest Of Four Rectangular Coffee Tables

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Georgian Nesting Tables and Stacking Ta...

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Mahogany

STUNNING FLAMED HARDWOOD NEST OF THREE TABLES INCLUDiNG COFFEE COCKTAIL TABLE

$2,412 / set

STUNNING FLAMED HARDWOOD NEST OF THREE TABLES INCLUDiNG COFFEE COCKTAIL TABLE

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Flamed Mahogany tables including one coffee table and two side tables each protected with glass tops

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20th Century English Victorian Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Glass, Hardwood

RESTORED HARRODS KENNEDY COFFEE & SiDE TABLE NEST OF TABLES MILITARY CAMPAIGN

$1,447 / set

RESTORED HARRODS KENNEDY COFFEE & SiDE TABLE NEST OF TABLES MILITARY CAMPAIGN

By Harrods, Kennedy Furniture For Harrods London

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Restored Harrods Kennedy nest of two Military Campaign side tables Please note the delivery fee listed is

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20th Century English Campaign Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Brass

Lovely Harrods Kennedy Coffee & Side Table Nest of Tables Military Campaign

$1,999 / set

Lovely Harrods Kennedy Coffee & Side Table Nest of Tables Military Campaign

By Harrods, Kennedy Furniture For Harrods London

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely Harrods Kennedy nest of three Military Campaign side

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20th Century English Campaign Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Brass

Gilbert Poillerat Wrought Iron and Stone Coffeetable France 1940's

$22,500

Gilbert Poillerat Wrought Iron and Stone Coffeetable France 1940's

By Gilbert Poillerat

Located in Hudson, NY

A rare wrought iron coffee table with a nested stone top by Gilbert Poillerat, circa 1940. The

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Belgian Black Marble, Iron

Nest of Coffee & Side Tables Military Campaign with World Maps

$1,994 / set

Nest of Coffee & Side Tables Military Campaign with World Maps

Located in Pulborough, GB

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning campaign decorative world map nest of tables. A

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20th Century British Campaign Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Brass

Vintage Malachite Marble Green Gold Gilded Brass End Nest Tables Coffee Table

$5,402 / set

Vintage Malachite Marble Green Gold Gilded Brass End Nest Tables Coffee Table

By Maison Jansen, Giuliano Tincani, Willy Daro, Yann Dessauvages

Located in Wommelgem, VAN

Mid-Century Modern malachtite and gilt brass nesting tables - set of 3 Material: Malachite, brass

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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking...

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Malachite, Marble, Gold Plate, Brass

Vintage Coffee & Side Table Nest of Tables Military Campaign with World Maps

$1,654 / set

Vintage Coffee & Side Table Nest of Tables Military Campaign with World Maps

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely nest of three side tables with world maps detailing

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20th Century English Campaign Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Brass

Rare Lovely Coffee & Side Table Nest of Tables Military Campaign with World Maps

$1,999 / set

Rare Lovely Coffee & Side Table Nest of Tables Military Campaign with World Maps

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely nest of three side tables with world maps detailing

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20th Century English Campaign Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Brass

Trio of Vintage Nest Tables, French Brass, Occasional, Coffee, Late 20th Century

$2,598 / set

Trio of Vintage Nest Tables, French Brass, Occasional, Coffee, Late 20th Century

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a trio of vintage nest tables. A French, brass and glass occasional or coffee table, dating

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Late 20th Century French Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Brass

ViNTAGE OVER RESTORED GREEN LEATHER MILITARY CAMPAIGN NEST OF COFFEE SIDE TABLES

$4,056 / set

ViNTAGE OVER RESTORED GREEN LEATHER MILITARY CAMPAIGN NEST OF COFFEE SIDE TABLES

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

better than new as they have a nice aged patina Please note the sale is for a coffee table and matching

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20th Century English Campaign Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Brass

Vintage Retro nest of 3 ormolu brass glass tables coffee side Maison Jansen

$1,442Sale Price / set|41% Off

Vintage Retro nest of 3 ormolu brass glass tables coffee side Maison Jansen

Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire

Vintage Retro Fine Quality Nest of 3 Ormolu Brass and Glass Tables, believed to be from Maison

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Mid-20th Century Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Brass

VINTAGE CIRCA 1950's LEATHER TOPPED CHESSBOARD COFFEE NEST OF TABLES FOR CHESS!

$2,688 / set

VINTAGE CIRCA 1950's LEATHER TOPPED CHESSBOARD COFFEE NEST OF TABLES FOR CHESS!

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

, vintage circa 1950's brown leather Chessboard top coffee table with two nesting tables under Please note

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Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Leather, Hardwood

Gordon Russell Nest of Three Tables in walnut, Cotswold school England Ca 1950

$1,447

Gordon Russell Nest of Three Tables in walnut, Cotswold school England Ca 1950

By Gordon Russell

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

, Broadway Worcs’, to the underside top. Overall a very stylish well made nest of coffee tables from a

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Walnut, Hardwood

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Coffee Table Nest For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic coffee table nest available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, hardwood and metal, every coffee table nest was constructed with great care. There are 61 variations of the antique or vintage coffee table nest you’re looking for, while we also have 10 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect coffee table nest — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each coffee table nest bearing Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Regency hallmarks is very popular. A well-made coffee table nest has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Harry & Lou Epstein Furniture Co, Ghirò Studio and Aksel Kjersgaard are consistently popular.

How Much is a Coffee Table Nest?

Prices for a coffee table nest can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $637 and can go as high as $37,500, while the average can fetch as much as $3,448.

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

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Questions About Coffee Table Nest

What are nesting tables?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Nesting tables are small tables graduated in size so they can be stacked one on top of the other.
Can I stack nesting tables?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
It depends on the design, but in most cases, you can indeed stack nesting tables. Nesting tables are a great way to maximize furniture usage while saving space in smaller areas. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of nesting tables from some of the top sellers around the world.
Who invented nesting tables?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
English cabinet maker Thomas Sheraton is credited with publishing the first drawings of nesting tables in the early 19th century, but they may have been used as early as the mid-18th century.
What are nesting side tables?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A nesting table is a set of tables designed to be stored one inside or under the other, giving them a layered or stacked appearance. A side table is a table that’s placed beside a piece of furniture. A nesting side table would be a series of side tables in graduated heights that can be stacked or nested together. Shop a collection of nesting tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What were nesting tables used for?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Nesting tables typically consist of several different sizes of tables designed to fit underneath one another — they were initially intended to save space in the drawing room. The tables were pulled out as needed and used for playing chess, needlepoint and engaging in other leisurely activities. Shop a collection of nesting tables on 1stDibs from top sellers worldwide.
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.
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.
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.
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.
What is the standard size of a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
There isn't really a standard size of a coffee table. Manufacturers produce coffee tables in a range of sizes and shapes. However, many rectangular tables are around 45 to 48 inches in length by 25 to 28 inches in width. Heights typically range from 16 to 18 inches. Shop a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
What is a tray top coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
Tray top coffee tables are coffee tables with long, flat rectangular surfaces that are supported by an x-frame base. Low tables that were initially used as tea or coffee tables have been around since at least the mid- to late-1800s. After coffee drinking and “coffee breaks” became popular, it didn’t take long for coffee and cocktail tables to become a design staple and for consumers to recognize their role in entertaining no matter what beverages were being served. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary tray top coffee tables from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
When did coffee tables become popular?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
Coffee tables became popular in the 1920s and ’30s. Pieces from this time period often show off the characteristics of Art Deco design, such as metal accents, mirrored finishes and the use of exotic woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. Coffee tables first came into use during the Victorian era, largely in response to the rise of coffee houses in London. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary coffee tables.
How do you style an oval coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
To style an oval coffee table, create balance with opposites. Choose a sofa and accent chairs with a boxier shape for a striking contrast. Place a rectangular tray in the center and use it to display decorative accents or to store remotes and coasters. Another approach to decorating an oval table is to use decorative accents at different heights. Think of a tall vase placed next to a low bowl and a small sculpture positioned on top of two stacked coffee table books. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of oval coffee tables.

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