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 high should a dining table be?

How high a dining table should be varies. If you already have your dining chairs, look for a table that is 10 to 12 inches taller than the seat height to provide ample legroom. The standard height for dining tables is around 30 inches. However, you can opt for taller pieces, such as 34- to 36-inch counter-height tables or 40- to 42-inch bar-height tables. Shop a large selection of dining tables on 1stDibs.

How thick should a dining table be?

How thick a dining table should be varies. Many tables feature tops that are between 0.75 and 1 inch in thickness. However, some tables may have tops that are up to 2 inches thick. Typically, tables with thicker tops will have a more rustic appearance. Shop a large selection of dining tables on 1stDibs.

What is an MCM dining table?

An MCM dining table is a table that reflects the mid-century modern style. Typically these tables are functional and have clean minimalist lines. MCM furniture is made with a variety of materials and colors, but wood is the most common. Find a selection of mid-century modern tables and furniture on 1stDibs.

What is a dining table with leaf?

A dining table with leaf is a dining table that has its middle part as solid and remains in place, but the two sides of the table drop down on a hinge, so they hang at the side. This is where the name 'drop leaf' comes from. Many homeowners have decided to go with leaf tables as they offer a lot of flexibility to their homes. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of dining table options as well as a range of vintage and antique drop-leaf tables.

What is the height of a dining table?

The height of a dining table varies from piece to piece. However, standard dining tables are usually 28 to 30 inches tall. Counter-height tables are taller at 34 to 36 inches, and bar-height tables are the highest at 40 to 42 inches high. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of dining tables from some of the world's top sellers.

What is the best dining table?

Dining tables come in a huge variety of styles and are often chosen according to individual preference. The best dining tables are ones that are sturdy, well-made and able to withstand wear and tear. You should also consider your space limitations as well as budget. Find a versatile collection of antique and vintage dining tables on 1stDibs today.

What is the narrowest A dining table can be?

The narrowest a dining table can be is 36 inches. This leaves 18 inches of space for each of the guests on the opposite side of the table, as well as room in the center for serving dishes or platters. Find a collection of antique and vintage dining tables on 1stDibs today.

Is a dining table necessary?

No, a dining table isn't always necessary. People who eat only a few meals at home may not need a dining table, and some people prefer to eat at kitchen counters using counter-height stools. Or, they may choose to sit on the floor in front of a coffee table or to take their meals at a desk or on a TV tray or end table. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of dining tables.

Coffee Table To Dining Table

High Quality Petrified Wood Side Table

Carved Stone Coffee Table

Petrified Log

Whale Table

Changing Table

Italian Outdoor Table

Carved Marble Dining Table

Convertible Table

2 White Viola Marble Side Tables

$6,013 / set

2 White Viola Marble Side Tables

Located in Paris, FR

Different sizes and textures generate the possibility to create a space for unique and calm use and contemplation. 40 x 40 x 43 cm 51 kg each Priced and sold by 2. Available as a cof...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Tables

Materials

Marble

Half-Cube Suspension Stainless Steel Console/Coffee Table by Cometabolism Studio

$15,000

Half-Cube Suspension Stainless Steel Console/Coffee Table by Cometabolism Studio

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

We are living in an age where everyone struggles to converge, where the definition of a good life is becoming flattened and monolithic, and where the images we receive of the good li...

Category

2010s Asian Console Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Lust Sculpural Coffee Table, designed and assembled in Italy by Dario Nasuti

$2,919

Lust Sculpural Coffee Table, designed and assembled in Italy by Dario Nasuti

Located in Parma, IT

The LUST coffee table, designed by Dario Nasuti, is a tridimensional exploration of a recurring geometric motif in his work: the double inverted and interconnected "C".

Category

Early 2000s Italian Post-Modern End Tables

Materials

Iron

1960s teak coffee table with wheels

$611

1960s teak coffee table with wheels

Located in Brescia, IT

Vintage coffee table. A modern coffee table with essential lines consisting of a teak table top and a second magazine rack made of wooden slats with gold metal trim. Ideal for use ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Walnut End Table Attributed to Bertha Schaefer for Singer and Sons

$1,675

Mid-Century Walnut End Table Attributed to Bertha Schaefer for Singer and Sons

By Bertha Schaefer

Located in Chicago, IL

Although originally designed as an end table (that could expand), this table could also serve as a coffee table for a small apartment.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Walnut

18th Century Hand-Painted Venetian Style Santa Maria del Giglio Coffee Table

$3,826 / item

18th Century Hand-Painted Venetian Style Santa Maria del Giglio Coffee Table

By Porte Italia

Located in Ronchi dei Legionari, IT

Simply the perfect coffee table, made in Venice. Coffee break won’t be the same anymore!

Category

2010s Italian Other Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Luxurious Coffee Table Made in Italy Brass and Glass Justfurnituress Design

$4,651Sale Price|20% Off

Luxurious Coffee Table Made in Italy Brass and Glass Justfurnituress Design

Located in Guazzora, IT

The flying saucer by JustFurnituress Designer (tailor-made, handmade project in Italy) Concept and presence A piece-sculpture that stands as the visual fulcrum of a contemporary int...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Center Tables

Materials

Brass

COFFEE Handmade Ceramic Table Lamp, Postmodern Memphis-Inspired Design

$520

**COFFEE Handmade Ceramic Table Lamp, Postmodern Memphis-Inspired Design**

Located in Istanbul, TR

COFFEE is a handmade ceramic table lamp inspired by coffee culture, slow mornings, and the small rituals that bring warmth and character to everyday life. Its sculptural ceramic bod...

Category

2010s Turkish Post-Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Italian mid-century modern brass and laminate pedestal or coffee table, 1950s

$782

Italian mid-century modern brass and laminate pedestal or coffee table, 1950s

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian mid-century modern brass and laminate pedestal or coffee table, 1950s. Pedestal or table with rectangular top in white formica and brass structure with four-star base on whee...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Pedestals

Materials

Brass

NORDST NIKO Rect. Coffee table, Italian Red Travertine, Danish Modern Design

$4,276Sale Price / item|20% Off

NORDST NIKO Rect. Coffee table, Italian Red Travertine, Danish Modern Design

By NORDST

Located in Montelavar, Lisboa

𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀: The NIKO series consists of sophisticated and sculptural aesthetics for any room with its characteristic legs. The beautiful cross between solid pieces...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Scandinavian Modern Sofa Tables

Materials

Travertine, Marble

NORDST NIKO Rect. Coffee table, Italian Red Travertine, Danish Modern Design

$4,276Sale Price / item|20% Off

NORDST NIKO Rect. Coffee table, Italian Red Travertine, Danish Modern Design

By NORDST

Located in Montelavar, Lisboa

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Scandinavian Modern Sofa Tables

Materials

Travertine, Marble

Flight Coffee Table by Sabrina Landini, Art Silver Glass White, Handmade Italy

$28,557 / item

Flight Coffee Table by Sabrina Landini, Art Silver Glass White, Handmade Italy

By Sabrina Landini

Located in Pietrasanta, IT

Crafted to stand the test of time, our dining/coffee Flight tables become family heirlooms for future generations that can be passed down and cherished for years to come Glass surfa...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Walnut Console Table - Custom Epoxy Entrway Table - Brown Console Table

$1,500 / item

Walnut Console Table - Custom Epoxy Entrway Table - Brown Console Table

Located in İnegöl, TR

Walnut Wood Epoxy Console Table Presenting our Epoxy Waterfall ConsoleTable – a true sample of craftsmanship and elegance. This exceptional piece of furniture is designed to be more...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Console Tables

Materials

Epoxy Resin, Wood, Walnut

Waterfall Console Table - Modern Entryway Table - Custom Wood Console Table

$5,300 / item

Waterfall Console Table - Modern Entryway Table - Custom Wood Console Table

Located in İnegöl, TR

Waterfall Hackberry Solid Wood Epoxy Console Table Presenting our Epoxy Waterfall ConsoleTable – a true sample of craftsmanship and elegance. This exceptional piece of furniture is ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Console Tables

Materials

Epoxy Resin, Wood, Walnut

NORDST NIKO Coffee Table, Italian Green Marble, Danish Modern Design , New

$3,618Sale Price / item|20% Off

NORDST NIKO Coffee Table, Italian Green Marble, Danish Modern Design , New

By NORDST

Located in Montelavar, Lisboa

𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹𝘀: The NIKO series has sophisticated and sculptural aesthetics for any room with its characteristic legs. The beautiful cross between solid pieces and a b...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Scandinavian Modern Sofa Tables

Materials

Travertine, Marble

NORDST NIKO Coffee Table, Italian Calacatta Marble, Danish Modern Design, New

$3,618Sale Price / item|20% Off

NORDST NIKO Coffee Table, Italian Calacatta Marble, Danish Modern Design, New

By NORDST

Located in Montelavar, Lisboa

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Scandinavian Modern Sofa Tables

Materials

Travertine, Marble

NORDST NIKO Coffee Table, Italian Red Travertine, Danish Modern Design, New

$3,618Sale Price / item|20% Off

NORDST NIKO Coffee Table, Italian Red Travertine, Danish Modern Design, New

By NORDST

Located in Montelavar, Lisboa

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Scandinavian Modern Sofa Tables

Materials

Travertine, Marble

Midcentury Coffee Table, by La Permanente Mobili Cantù, Paolo Buffa Attributed

$4,112

Midcentury Coffee Table, by La Permanente Mobili Cantù, Paolo Buffa Attributed

By Esposizione Permanente mobili Cantù

Located in Vigonza, Padua

Elegant Mid-Century Modern table of the "Permanente Mobili di Cantu" attributed to Paolo Buffa; with modern Classic lines, in mahogany, polished to wax, with golden bronze feet. Mea...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Patinated Faux Bois Concrete Table

$3,850

Vintage Patinated Faux Bois Concrete Table

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Embodying the timeless charm of French garden design, this vintage faux bois concrete table is a masterful marriage of organic form and industrial durability.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Concrete

Mid Century Coffee or Breakfast Table in cherry wood by Ilse, adjustable height

$1,370

Mid Century Coffee or Breakfast Table in cherry wood by Ilse, adjustable height

By Ilse Möbel

Located in Beograd, RS

The central column conceals a metal telescopic mechanism, allowing the height to be adjusted from 50 cm to 70 cm, making the piece highly versatile—suitable as a coffee table, occasi...

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Art Deco Style Marble Travertine Tables

$8,905

Art Deco Style Marble Travertine Tables

Located in Robertsbridge, England

Art Deco style marble travertine stone tables We can color match marbles to your project From dining tables to occasional end or coffee table ideas.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Tables

Materials

Carrara Marble

Olive Wood Epoxy Console Table - Wood Hallway Table - Wooden Entryway Table

$3,250 / item

Olive Wood Epoxy Console Table - Wood Hallway Table - Wooden Entryway Table

Located in İnegöl, TR

Waterfall Olive Solid Wood Epoxy Console Table Presenting our Epoxy Olive Wood Console Table – a true sample of craftsmanship and elegance. This exceptional piece of furniture is de...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Console Tables

Materials

Epoxy Resin, Wood, Walnut

Modern Epoxy Console Table - Live Edge Entrway Table - Custom Hallway Table

$1,500 / item

Modern Epoxy Console Table - Live Edge Entrway Table - Custom Hallway Table

Located in İnegöl, TR

Waterfall Hackberry Solid Wood Epoxy Console Table Presenting our Epoxy Waterfall ConsoleTable – a true sample of craftsmanship and elegance. This exceptional piece of furniture is ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Console Tables

Materials

Epoxy Resin, Wood, Walnut

Coffee Table High Gloss Laminated Top Brass Tape Framed Black Pedestal Base M

$3,870 / item

Coffee Table High Gloss Laminated Top Brass Tape Framed Black Pedestal Base M

By Jover + Valls

Located in Alcoy, Alicante

Julieta Collection. Coffee Table High Gloss Laminated Top Brass Tape Framed Black Pedestal Base Medium Size Introducing the stunning console table with black powder-coated steel c...

Category

2010s Spanish Modern Center Tables

Materials

Brass, Cut Steel

Coffee Table High Gloss Laminated Top Brass Tape Framed Black Pedestal Base L

$3,870 / item

Coffee Table High Gloss Laminated Top Brass Tape Framed Black Pedestal Base L

By Jover + Valls

Located in Alcoy, Alicante

Julieta Collection. Coffee Table High Gloss Top, Brass Tape Framed and Steel Black Conical Legs Brass End.

Category

2010s Spanish Modern Center Tables

Materials

Brass, Cut Steel

Hand Made Brass Shavings Coffee Table with Onyx Top, by Samuel Amoia

$20,900 / item

Hand Made Brass Shavings Coffee Table with Onyx Top, by Samuel Amoia

By Samuel Amoia

Located in New York, NY

All pieces are made to order by Samuel and his brother Dominic (sculptor). The minerals are closely sourced from trusted miners, then hand-crushed, hand-washed and carefully sculpted...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Console Tables

Materials

Onyx, Brass, Metal

Custom Espresso Reclaimed Waterfall Table

$5,880 / item

Custom Espresso Reclaimed Waterfall Table

Located in Chicago, IL

Our custom reclaimed wood console tables are hand-crafted by local artisans using architectural salvage from Qing-dynasty buildings. Each table is expertly crafted to a minimalist, w...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Organic Modern Console Tables

Materials

Reclaimed Wood

Custom Natural Reclaimed Waterfall Table

$5,880 / item

Custom Natural Reclaimed Waterfall Table

Located in Chicago, IL

Our custom reclaimed wood console tables are hand-crafted by local artisans using architectural salvage from Qing-dynasty buildings. Each table is expertly crafted to a minimalist, w...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Organic Modern Console Tables

Materials

Reclaimed Wood

Custom Tobacco Reclaimed Waterfall Table

$5,880 / item

Custom Tobacco Reclaimed Waterfall Table

Located in Chicago, IL

Our custom reclaimed wood console tables are hand-crafted by local artisans using architectural salvage from Qing-dynasty buildings. Each table is expertly crafted to a minimalist, w...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Organic Modern Console Tables

Materials

Reclaimed Wood

ClassiCon Menton Table by Eileen Gray

$4,959 / item

ClassiCon Menton Table by Eileen Gray

By Eileen Gray

Located in New York, NY

Through a simple rotation of the top one has either a low or a high table as desired. Eileen Gray used Menton in the high position as a dining table, in the low position as a side ta...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Tables

Materials

Steel

Swiss mid-century modern white laminate and metal coffee table by Vitra, 1960s

$1,188

Swiss mid-century modern white laminate and metal coffee table by Vitra, 1960s

By Vitra

Located in MIlano, IT

Swiss mid-century modern white laminate and metal coffee table by Vitra, 1960s Round coffee table that recalls the shape of the Tulip table.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables

Materials

Metal

21st Century Art Déco Elie Saab Maison Dunes Glass Bronzed Coffee Table, Italy

$11,062 / item

21st Century Art Déco Elie Saab Maison Dunes Glass Bronzed Coffee Table, Italy

By Elie Saab, Carlo Colombo

Located in Mariano Comense, CO

21st century Art Déco Elie Saab Maison Dunes glass bronzed coffee table, Italy. Inspired by the harmonious forms of the dunes of the Arabian desert, the Dunes coffee table is among ...

Category

2010s Italian Art Deco Center Tables

Materials

Brass

Travertine Stone Minimalist Console Table, Beige Marble Entrway Table

$2,500 / item

Travertine Stone Minimalist Console Table, Beige Marble Entrway Table

Located in İnegöl, TR

We customize all our furniture, including dining tables, coffee tables, and TV units. Change the Size: Tailored to fit your space perfectly.

Category

2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Console Tables

Materials

Marble

Sculptural Rosso Levanto Marble Console Table, Solid Marble Console Table

$4,900 / item

Sculptural Rosso Levanto Marble Console Table, Solid Marble Console Table

Located in İnegöl, TR

We customize all our furniture, including dining tables, coffee tables, and TV units. Change the Size: Tailored to fit your space perfectly.

Category

2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Console Tables

Materials

Marble

L. Campanini Glass Top Table 1970's

$6,000

L. Campanini Glass Top Table 1970's

By L. Campanini

Located in Shibuya-ku, 13

By reversing the orientation of the base, it can be used both as a dining table and a coffee table, offering versatility to suit various settings.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Metal

French Art Deco Alabaster Gueridon Table / Side Table

$3,564Sale Price|20% Off

French Art Deco Alabaster Gueridon Table / Side Table

Located in Barcelona, ES

Outstanding Alabaster Gueridon Table France, 1930-1940 Gueridon Side Table / Drinks Table in Turned Alabaster. Manufactured at the Art Deco Period. Rare find. Amazing color! Elegant ...

Category

20th Century French Art Deco Gueridon

Materials

Alabaster

Rosso Levanto Marble Console Table, Red Marble Entrway Table

$2,950 / item

Rosso Levanto Marble Console Table, Red Marble Entrway Table

Located in İnegöl, TR

We customize all our furniture, including dining tables, coffee tables, and TV units. Change the Size: Tailored to fit your space perfectly.

Category

2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Console Tables

Materials

Marble

Red Travertine Stone Honed Console Table - Custom Entryway Table

$2,900 / item

Red Travertine Stone Honed Console Table - Custom Entryway Table

Located in İnegöl, TR

We customize all our furniture, including dining tables, coffee tables, and TV units. Change the Size: Tailored to fit your space perfectly.

Category

2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Console Tables

Materials

Marble, Stone

Teak & Oak Metamorphic Table, Arne Hovmand Olsen

$1,835

Teak & Oak Metamorphic Table, Arne Hovmand Olsen

By Mogens Kold Møbelfabrik, Arne Hovmand-Olsen

Located in London, GB

The table can be either a coffee, center table (H53cm) or dining table at 70cm due to the clever method of elevating or lowering via its cross legs.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Tables

Materials

Oak, Teak

Red Stone Console Table - Rosso Levanto Marble Hallway Table

$3,900 / item

Red Stone Console Table - Rosso Levanto Marble Hallway Table

Located in İnegöl, TR

We customize all of our furnitures (dining tables, coffee tables, tv units, consoles etc..) in terms of sizes, colour, leg models etc..

Category

2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Console Tables

Materials

Travertine, Marble

Handcrafted White Marble Console Table - Custom Hallway - Entryway Table

$3,250 / item

Handcrafted White Marble Console Table - Custom Hallway - Entryway Table

Located in İnegöl, TR

Carrier: Shipped via DHL Express Transit Time: 5–9 business days once dispatched Bespoke Design Services We specialize in handcrafted custom furniture including dining tables, coff...

Category

2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Console Tables

Materials

Marble

Sculptural Red Travertine Stone Console Table, Red Marble Console Table

$3,500 / item

Sculptural Red Travertine Stone Console Table, Red Marble Console Table

Located in İnegöl, TR

Made to Order: We customize dining tables, coffee tables, and consoles. You can change the size, color, or even the leg model to match your decor.

Category

2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Console Tables

Materials

Marble

Curves Console Table

$8,529

Curves Console Table

Located in Del Mar, CA

Curves Console: A single gesture of grace, the Curves Console flows in a continuous line of wood and stone. Its sculpted base sweeps gently beneath a matching stone top, both follow...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Modern Console Tables

Materials

Marble

Calacatta Gold Premium Marble Slab Console Table, Custom Table

$3,800 / item

Calacatta Gold Premium Marble Slab Console Table, Custom Table

Located in İnegöl, TR

Carrier: Shipped via DHL Express Transit Time: 5–9 business days once dispatched Bespoke Design Services We specialize in handcrafted custom furniture including dining tables, coff...

Category

2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Console Tables

Materials

Marble

Sculptural Nero Picasso Marble Console Table, Bespoke Marble Table

$3,900 / item

Sculptural Nero Picasso Marble Console Table, Bespoke Marble Table

Located in İnegöl, TR

Carrier: Shipped via DHL Express Transit Time: 5–9 business days once dispatched Bespoke Design Services We specialize in handcrafted custom furniture including dining tables, coff...

Category

2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Console Tables

Materials

Marble

Rosso Levanto Console Table - Solid Red Marble Entryway Table

$4,840 / item

Rosso Levanto Console Table - Solid Red Marble Entryway Table

Located in İnegöl, TR

Carrier: Shipped via DHL Express Transit Time: 5–9 business days once dispatched Bespoke Design Services We specialize in handcrafted custom furniture including dining tables, coff...

Category

2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Console Tables

Materials

Marble

Volage Ex-S Coffee Table in Marble and Aluminium Base by Philippe Starck

$12,222 / item

Volage Ex-S Coffee Table in Marble and Aluminium Base by Philippe Starck

By Cassina, Philippe Starck

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Volage Ex-S Coffee Table in Marble and Aluminium Base by Philippe Starck ROUNDED CONTOURS A collection of luxurious low tables topped with premium marble, designed by Philippe Star...

Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Center Tables

Materials

Marble, Aluminum

Volage Ex-S Coffee Table in Marble and Aluminium Base by Philippe Starck

$12,451 / item

Volage Ex-S Coffee Table in Marble and Aluminium Base by Philippe Starck

By Cassina, Philippe Starck

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Volage Ex-S Coffee Table in Marble and Aluminium Base by Philippe Starck ROUNDED CONTOURS A collection of luxurious low tables topped with premium marble, designed by Philippe Star...

Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Center Tables

Materials

Marble, Aluminum

Volage Ex-S Coffee Table in Marble and Aluminium Base by Philippe Starck

$7,939 / item

Volage Ex-S Coffee Table in Marble and Aluminium Base by Philippe Starck

By Cassina, Philippe Starck

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Volage Ex-S Coffee Table in Marble and Aluminium Base by Philippe Starck ROUNDED CONTOURS A collection of luxurious low tables topped with premium marble, designed by Philippe Star...

Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Center Tables

Materials

Marble, Aluminum

Volage Ex-S Coffee Table in Marble and Aluminium Base by Philippe Starck

$11,880 / item

Volage Ex-S Coffee Table in Marble and Aluminium Base by Philippe Starck

By Cassina, Philippe Starck

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Volage Ex-S Coffee Table in Marble and Aluminium Base by Philippe Starck ROUNDED CONTOURS A collection of luxurious low tables topped with premium marble, designed by Philippe Star...

Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Center Tables

Materials

Marble, Aluminum

Volage Ex-S Coffee Table in Marble and Aluminium Base by Philippe Starck

$12,222 / item

Volage Ex-S Coffee Table in Marble and Aluminium Base by Philippe Starck

By Cassina, Philippe Starck

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Volage Ex-S Coffee Table in Marble and Aluminium Base by Philippe Starck ROUNDED CONTOURS A collection of luxurious low tables topped with premium marble, designed by Philippe Star...

Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Center Tables

Materials

Marble, Aluminum

Volage Ex-S Coffee Table in Marble and Aluminium Base by Philippe Starck

$7,939 / item

Volage Ex-S Coffee Table in Marble and Aluminium Base by Philippe Starck

By Cassina, Philippe Starck

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Volage Ex-S Coffee Table in Marble and Aluminium Base by Philippe Starck ROUNDED CONTOURS A collection of luxurious low tables topped with premium marble, designed by Philippe Star...

Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Center Tables

Materials

Marble, Aluminum

Volage Ex-S Coffee Table in Marble and Aluminium Base by Philippe Starck

$7,939 / item

Volage Ex-S Coffee Table in Marble and Aluminium Base by Philippe Starck

By Cassina, Philippe Starck

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Volage Ex-S Coffee Table in Marble and Aluminium Base by Philippe Starck ROUNDED CONTOURS A collection of luxurious low tables topped with premium marble, designed by Philippe Star...

Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Center Tables

Materials

Marble, Aluminum

Sculptural Rosso Levanto Customizable Console Table, Large Marble Entryway Table

$4,950 / item

Sculptural Rosso Levanto Customizable Console Table, Large Marble Entryway Table

Located in İnegöl, TR

We customize all our furniture, including dining tables, coffee tables, and TV units. Change the Size: Tailored to fit your space perfectly.

Category

2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Console Tables

Materials

Marble

Sculptural Rosso Levanto Marble Console Table, Burgundy Marble Entryway Table

$4,950 / item

Sculptural Rosso Levanto Marble Console Table, Burgundy Marble Entryway Table

Located in İnegöl, TR

We customize all our furniture, including dining tables, coffee tables, and TV units. Change the Size: Tailored to fit your space perfectly.

Category

2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Console Tables

Materials

Marble

Set of three Hollywood Regency Bedroom Table Lamps, attributed to Banci, 1980s

$3,769 / set

Set of three Hollywood Regency Bedroom Table Lamps, attributed to Banci, 1980s

By Banci

Located in Palermo, IT

Set of three Hollywood Regency bedroom table lamps, attributed to Banci, 1980s Chrome-plated and gold-plated metal frame, lampshades with opaline glass flowers. The glass is intact, ...

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Vintage 1980s Italian Hollywood Regency Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Horn Side Table

$3,426Sale Price / item|20% Off

Horn Side Table

Located in Firenze, FI

Horn Side table in ethnic style, its curved legs, in cast brass, are worked to recall the horns of exotic animals and their majesty and elegance. The color chosen for this coffee tab...

Category

2010s Italian Console Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

Silver Travertine Stone Console Table, Handcrafted Custom Made Hallway Table

$2,600 / item

Silver Travertine Stone Console Table, Handcrafted Custom Made Hallway Table

Located in İnegöl, TR

Carrier: Shipped via DHL Express Transit Time: 5–9 business days once dispatched Bespoke Design Services We specialize in handcrafted custom furniture including dining tables, coff...

Category

2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Console Tables

Materials

Marble

Oto Console Table

$2,000

Oto Console Table

By Design Institute America, Kaizo Oto

Located in New York, NY

Iconic Post Modern design console table by Kaizo Oto for the Design Institute America, circa 1980's. The table features a thick shaped glass top which rests on the stylized mixed met...

Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Console Tables

Materials

Steel

Honey-Veined Light Emperador Stone Console Table, Minimalist Hallway Table

$2,880 / item

Honey-Veined Light Emperador Stone Console Table, Minimalist Hallway Table

Located in İnegöl, TR

Carrier: Shipped via DHL Express Transit Time: 5–9 business days once dispatched Bespoke Design Services We specialize in handcrafted custom furniture including dining tables, coff...

Category

2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Console Tables

Materials

Marble

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Coffee Table To Dining Table For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the coffee table to dining table you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, hardwood and metal, every coffee table to dining table was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect coffee table to dining table — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A coffee table to dining table made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — is very popular. A well-made coffee table to dining table has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Andries & Hiroko van Onck, Kai Kristiansen and Magis are consistently popular.

How Much is a Coffee Table To Dining Table?

A coffee table to dining table can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,800, while the lowest priced sells for $605 and the highest can go for as much as $4,350.

Questions About Coffee Table To Dining Table

Can a coffee table be too low?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
Yes, a coffee table can be too low. Most experts recommend choosing a coffee table that is around one to two inches lower than the seat height of your sofa or loveseat. You may find it difficult to access items on the tabletop while seated if you choose a shorter table. In addition, an overly low coffee table can make a room feel cramped or unbalanced. However, there are exceptions to this rule. Sometimes, designers intentionally place ultra-low coffee tables in spaces to create a bold contrast in a large room. Feel free to break from convention when choosing a coffee table. What's most important is that the finished result appeals to you and allows you to enjoy your seating area to the fullest. Shop a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary coffee tables on 1stDibs.
Who invented the coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
No one knows for sure who invented the coffee table. The earliest examples of the occasional table can be traced back to Victorian-era Britain. At that time, makers like William Watt and Collinson and Lock were producing coffee tables in large quantities.

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

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What size should a coffee table be?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A coffee table should generally be two-thirds as long as the sofa it stands in front of and around the same height as the sofa’s seat cushions.
Is an ottoman a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Typically, an ottoman is not a coffee table. An ottoman is a small cushioned seat without a back or arm rests. You can shop a collection of vintage and contemporary ottomans from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
Why is it called a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
Coffee tables were originally used in living spaces during social gatherings to support a tray containing multiple mugs, a coffee pot, creamers and sugar bowls. Low to the ground and centrally located in the space, coffee tables reduced the host or hostess’s need to constantly stand and serve her guests.
What is the difference between a center table and a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
The difference between a center table and a coffee table is usually size. Center tables tend to be larger-sized accent tables placed in the center of seating areas. On the other hand, coffee tables are smaller tables usually positioned in front of sofas and loveseats. On 1stDibs, find a variety of center tables and coffee tables.
Are end tables taller than coffee tables?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
Yes, end tables are generally taller than coffee tables.

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

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

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What is the difference between a coffee table and a console table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
The difference between a coffee table and a console table is in the design. A coffee table is a low table that comes in many shapes, such as surfaces that are rectangles, squares, ovals or circles. Console tables are taller and usually have elongated shapes, such as ovals, rectangles or semicircles. Placement is another differentiator between the two types of tables. Coffee tables usually go in front of sofas and loveseats, while console tables may be placed behind a sofa or loveseat or along a wall. Find a large collection of coffee tables and console tables on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between a side table and a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
The difference between a side table and a coffee table is mainly in the size and shape. Coffee tables usually feature larger tops but shorter legs. People typically place them in front of a sofa or a loveseat to rest books, drinks, remote controls and other items. Side tables also store items, but they are usually positioned beside an accent chair or at the ends of a sofa or loveseat. Shop a diverse assortment of side tables and coffee tables on 1stDibs.
Is there a difference between a coffee table and a cocktail table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
"Coffee table" and "cocktail table" are used interchangeably; cocktail table is the more traditional term, often applied to lower, more formal designs.
What is the difference between a coffee table and a cocktail table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
While both pieces are relatively new to the furniture world, the main difference between them are their shapes. A cocktail table is generally square or rectangular in shape, while a coffee table tends to be oval or circular in shape. You can shop a collection of furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between a sofa table and a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
The difference between a sofa table and a coffee table is that a sofa table is always behind the sofa and a coffee table is in front of it. Additionally, a sofa table is the same height as the sofa and a coffee table is much shorter.
How high should a dining table be?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
How high a dining table should be varies. If you already have your dining chairs, look for a table that is 10 to 12 inches taller than the seat height to provide ample legroom. The standard height for dining tables is around 30 inches. However, you can opt for taller pieces, such as 34- to 36-inch counter-height tables or 40- to 42-inch bar-height tables. Shop a large selection of dining tables on 1stDibs.
How thick should a dining table be?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
How thick a dining table should be varies. Many tables feature tops that are between 0.75 and 1 inch in thickness. However, some tables may have tops that are up to 2 inches thick. Typically, tables with thicker tops will have a more rustic appearance. Shop a large selection of dining tables on 1stDibs.
What is an MCM dining table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
An MCM dining table is a table that reflects the mid-century modern style. Typically these tables are functional and have clean minimalist lines. MCM furniture is made with a variety of materials and colors, but wood is the most common. Find a selection of mid-century modern tables and furniture on 1stDibs.
What is a dining table with leaf?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
A dining table with leaf is a dining table that has its middle part as solid and remains in place, but the two sides of the table drop down on a hinge, so they hang at the side. This is where the name 'drop leaf' comes from. Many homeowners have decided to go with leaf tables as they offer a lot of flexibility to their homes. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of dining table options as well as a range of vintage and antique drop-leaf tables.
What is the height of a dining table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
The height of a dining table varies from piece to piece. However, standard dining tables are usually 28 to 30 inches tall. Counter-height tables are taller at 34 to 36 inches, and bar-height tables are the highest at 40 to 42 inches high. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of dining tables from some of the world's top sellers.
What is the best dining table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
Dining tables come in a huge variety of styles and are often chosen according to individual preference. The best dining tables are ones that are sturdy, well-made and able to withstand wear and tear. You should also consider your space limitations as well as budget. Find a versatile collection of antique and vintage dining tables on 1stDibs today.
What is the narrowest A dining table can be?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
The narrowest a dining table can be is 36 inches. This leaves 18 inches of space for each of the guests on the opposite side of the table, as well as room in the center for serving dishes or platters. Find a collection of antique and vintage dining tables on 1stDibs today.
Is a dining table necessary?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
No, a dining table isn't always necessary. People who eat only a few meals at home may not need a dining table, and some people prefer to eat at kitchen counters using counter-height stools. Or, they may choose to sit on the floor in front of a coffee table or to take their meals at a desk or on a TV tray or end table. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of dining tables.