Colorful Coffee Tables
1990s Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Aluminum
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Fabric
2010s Spanish Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Fabric
2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Steel
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Enamel, Wrought Iron
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Enamel, Wrought Iron
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Marble, Chrome
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Brass
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Iron
2010s Italian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Plexiglass, Wood
Vintage 1980s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Aluminum
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Metal
Vintage 1920s Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Damask, Wood
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Crystal
Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Ceramic, Beech
2010s Italian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Wood
2010s Egyptian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Metal
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Ceramic, Walnut
Late 20th Century American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Marble
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Metal
1990s Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Aluminum
21st Century and Contemporary American Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Marble
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Glass, Plexiglass
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Chrome
2010s Egyptian Modern Tables
Straw
2010s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Wood, Oak
2010s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Wood, Oak
21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables
Acrylic, Hardwood, Paint
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofa Tables
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables
Stainless Steel
20th Century Furniture
Lacquer
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Delft and Faience
Faience
2010s Portuguese Rustic Vases
Ceramic
2010s Greek Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Steel
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Vintage 1950s French Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Stone, Wrought Iron
Early 20th Century Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Marble, Metal
2010s Mexican Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Metal
2010s Mexican Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Metal
Mid-20th Century French Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Marble, Iron
2010s Mexican Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Metal
Late 20th Century American Coffee and Cocktail Tables
The legs are made of walnut.
Vintage 1950s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Wood
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Wrought Iron
Early 2000s American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Glass, Acrylic
Mid-20th Century South American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail T...
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Vintage 1950s Swiss Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Concrete
Vintage 1980s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Metal
Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Glass, Wood
Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Ceramic, Wood
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Metal
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Ceramic
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Gold Leaf
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Ceramic
2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Steel
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Marble
Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Chrome
Early 20th Century Furniture
Paint
- 1
Colorful Coffee Tables For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much are Colorful Coffee Tables?
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The original Noguchi table is made in four different color options: black, white oak, white ash and walnut. These color options apply to the base of the table, which is made of wood. The top is made of clear glass.The table was designed in 1948 by Isamu Noguchi for the legendary furniture maker Herman Miller. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Noguchi tables.
- Can a coffee table be too low?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024Yes, 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 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024No 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. - 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 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Typically, 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 Answer1stDibs 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024The 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Yes, 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. - 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022While 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.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A good color to paint on the kitchen table is a matter of personal choice. Most of the preferred colors are brown, black, green, white, or blue. These hues give a calm shade to the kitchen and can coordinate well with the flooring and style of decor in the kitchen. Shop a range of antique and vintage kitchen tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The wooden base of Noguchi coffee tables are available in multiple finishes such as black, walnut and natural cherry for color matching with your floor. Placing a rug underneath the table will also change the color dynamic. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary Noguchi coffee tables from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021There are multiple chair colors that can be matched with a black table, it’s really a matter of preference. You could choose to go with black or a contrasting color or even think outside the box in order to add unlikely pops of color to a space. Visit 1stDibs for a wide selection of chairs and tables available in different colors.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024How big a coffee table for a sectional should be depends on the dimensions of the sectional. For a balanced look, a coffee table should be roughly two-thirds of the length of the sofa portion of a sofa and chaise sectional. If you have an L-shaped sofa, the coffee table should be around two-thirds of the length of each arm. Find a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To authenticate your Noguchi coffee table, there are three different marks to look for. Isamu Noguchi’s signature will be on the edge of the table and on a medallion under the base. Even under the medallion, you will find Noguchi’s initials. Shop a collection of properly vetted Noguchi pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To stack books on a coffee table, place the largest one on the bottom with the spine facing the focal piece of furniture, usually the sofa. Then, add the next largest, lining up the inner edges so that the spines create a stepped effect. Continue adding books to complete the stack and top it off with a decorative object if you wish. Shop a variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023To date a Lane coffee table, look for the serial number on the underside of the piece. On most Lane coffee tables, reading the number from right to left will tell you the date that the table was manufactured. For example, a serial number that says 852140 would have been produced on April 12, 1958. Founded in Virginia in the early 20th century, Lane is largely known for its cedar chests and innovative mid-century modern designs. Find a variety of Lane coffee tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A tall coffee table is usually called exactly that — a tall coffee table. Coffee tables, also referred to as cocktail tables, are generally designed to sit at or below the sofa's seat height. These tables may come in a range of sizes, but they are often between 16 and 18 inches high and are designed in a variety of lengths and widths. They’re meant to provide a practical table-top surface that complements your living room layout. (A tall version might also be suitable for use as a dining table.) Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tall coffee tables from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.