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 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.

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.

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 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.

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.

How do you stack books on a coffee table?

To stack books on a coffee table, place the largest one on the bottom with the spine facing the focal piece of furniture, usually the sofa. Then, add the next largest, lining up the inner edges so that the spines create a stepped effect. Continue adding books to complete the stack and top it off with a decorative object if you wish. Shop a variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

How big should a coffee table be for a sectional?

How big a coffee table for a sectional should be depends on the dimensions of the sectional. For a balanced look, a coffee table should be roughly two-thirds of the length of the sofa portion of a sofa and chaise sectional. If you have an L-shaped sofa, the coffee table should be around two-thirds of the length of each arm. Find a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

Should a coffee table be lower than a couch?

Yes, a coffee table should generally be lower than a couch. However, the top of the table should only be slightly lower than the couch to maintain a balanced look. A good rule of thumb is to choose a table no more than one inch shorter than your sofa's seat height. Explore a large collection of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

What is the average height of a coffee table?

The average height of a coffee table is around 16 to 18 inches. Designers typically choose this height to create a balance between coffee tables and sofas. The average seat height of sofas is 17 to 18 inches, and experts typically recommend that coffee tables be no more than 1 inch shorter than sofa-seat height. Explore a diverse assortment of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

What is the best coffee table for a sectional?

The best coffee table for a sectional can be a round coffee table, particularly with respect to U-shaped sectionals. The circular design creates a sense of balance in small spaces and renders it easy for guests to move to and fro, especially when surrounded by chairs. Find a collection of antique and vintage coffee tables on 1stDibs today.

How do I authenticate my Noguchi coffee table?

To authenticate your Noguchi coffee table, there are three different marks to look for. Isamu Noguchi’s signature will be on the edge of the table and on a medallion under the base. Even under the medallion, you will find Noguchi’s initials. Shop a collection of properly vetted Noguchi pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is a tall coffee table called?

A tall coffee table is usually called exactly that — a tall coffee table. Coffee tables, also referred to as cocktail tables, are generally designed to sit at or below the sofa's seat height. These tables may come in a range of sizes, but they are often between 16 and 18 inches high and are designed in a variety of lengths and widths. They’re meant to provide a practical table-top surface that complements your living room layout. (A tall version might also be suitable for use as a dining table.) Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tall coffee tables from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

Why are modern coffee tables so low?

Modern coffee tables tend to be low because they’re most commonly placed in front of couches and chairs. Historically, coffee tables were placed behind the couch which necessitated a taller table. Over time, as styles changed and coffee tables came to be positioned in front of couches, their heights were lowered to accommodate the modern arrangement. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage and contemporary coffee tables from some of the world’s top sellers.

Are glass coffee tables durable?

Whether glass coffee tables are durable depends on the craftsmanship and the materials. Generally, tables with tempered glass are less likely to shatter and break. How well you care for a coffee table will also impact its life span. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of glass coffee tables.

How do you date a Lane coffee table?

To date a Lane coffee table, look for the serial number on the underside of the piece. On most Lane coffee tables, reading the number from right to left will tell you the date that the table was manufactured. For example, a serial number that says 852140 would have been produced on April 12, 1958. Founded in Virginia in the early 20th century, Lane is largely known for its cedar chests and innovative mid-century modern designs. Find a variety of Lane coffee tables on 1stDibs.

What is the best height for a coffee table?

The best height for a coffee table is around 1 to 2 inches lower than the seat height of the adjacent sofa. Most sofas feature seat heights of around 17 or 18 inches. As a result, the most common height for coffee tables is 15 to 17 inches. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of coffee tables.

What is 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.

How much does a coffee table cost?

On 1stdibs, a coffee table costs between $160 and $495,500.

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Convex Bronze Coffee Table

Located in Paris, FR

Coffee table convex bronze with a solid eucalyptus Aged varnished top. With 2 convex smoked bronze

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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Bronze

Convex Bronze Coffee Table

H 16.93 in W 65.75 in D 23.63 in

Max Ingrand, Coffee Table, Green Convex Glass, Metal, Brass, Fontana Arte, 1958

By Max Ingrand, Fontana Arte

Located in High Point, NC

A green convex glass, metal and brass coffee table, model 1774, designed by Max Ingrand and

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

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Metal, Brass

Max Ingrand, Coffee Table, Green Convex Glass, Metal, Brass, Fontana Arte, 1958

H 14.7 in Dm 32.5 in

Cartagena Coffee Table by Giuseppe Manzoni

By Annibale Colombo

Located in Milan, IT

coffee table. Delicate and charming, its smooth silhouette showcases a glossy frame in solid eucalyptus

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2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Marble

Cartagena Coffee Table by Giuseppe Manzoni

H 16.54 in W 59.06 in D 41.34 in

Italian Walnut Custom Round Coffee Table

By Gio Ponti

Located in Sag Harbor, NY

Elegant walnut coffee table adapted from Gio Ponti design style. This table features four curved

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cock...

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Walnut, Glass

Italian Walnut Custom Round Coffee Table

H 15 in Dm 42 in

Modern X Form Lucite Coffee Table, 1970s

Located in New York, NY

Modern X-Form Lucite Coffee Table, circa 1970s, the convex x-shaped stretcher supporting an

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20th Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Lucite

Modern X Form Lucite Coffee Table, 1970s

H 17 in W 60 in D 25 in

Pangea Contemporary Monolithic Coffee Table in Wood

By Secolo, Artefatto Design Studio

Located in London, GB

Two coffee tables with only one leg each make up the Pangea Coffee Table. It’s monolithic forms

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2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Oak, Walnut

Pangea Contemporary Monolithic Coffee Table in Wood

H 11.82 in W 51.19 in D 29.53 in

Blackened Gouged Wood Coffee Table, Contemporary Work

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Coffee table standing on legs composed of a blackened gouged wood rectangular leg with bottom

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21st Century and Contemporary French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Metal

Blackened Gouged Wood Coffee Table, Contemporary Work

H 17.52 in W 55.12 in D 23.23 in

Konekt Layered Coffee Table in Patinated and Polished Bronze

By Konekt

Located in New York, NY

Part of our Stone Collection, the Layered coffee table was inspired by the soft curves and distinct

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2010s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

Konekt Layered Coffee Table in Patinated and Polished Bronze

H 16 in W 58 in D 38 in

Harold Schwartz for Romweber Burled Walnut Parabolic Coffee Table

By Harold Schwartz, Romweber Furniture Co.

Located in Chicago, IL

Convex-curve edge burled walnut coffee table by Harold M. Schwartz for Romweber. Carved openings at

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Vintage 1950s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Burl, Walnut

Harold Schwartz for Romweber Burled Walnut Parabolic Coffee Table

H 14 in W 44.5 in D 24.5 in

Mid-Century Modern Solid Teak Coffee Table, c. 1970's

Located in Deland, FL

Gorgeous, vintage, solid teak coffee table with exposed finger joints. The minimalist Danish Modern

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

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Teak

Mid-Century Modern Solid Teak Coffee Table, c. 1970's

H 20 in W 29.5 in D 29.5 in

Coffee Cocktail Center Table Mirror Polished Steel Sculpture Collectible Design

By Barberini & Gunnell

Located in Ancona, Marche

The 'Get Lost!' sculptural coffee table is made of mirror polished stainless steel. The table has a

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Stainless Steel

Coffee Cocktail Center Table Mirror Polished Steel Sculpture Collectible Design

H 13.78 in W 49.22 in D 41.34 in

Antique 18th Century Baroque Dark Brown Rustic Chestnut Coffee Table

Located in Casteren, NL

. The table has simple square legs and shows the vertical lines from hand scraping the wood. The coffee

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Antique Early 18th Century Spanish Baroque Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Chestnut

Antique 18th Century Baroque Dark Brown Rustic Chestnut Coffee Table

H 21.86 in W 63 in D 29.93 in

Coffee Table Square Mirror Steel Sculpture Contemporary Design Made in Italy

By Barberini & Gunnell

Located in Ancona, Marche

The 'Get Lost!' sculptural coffee table is made of mirror polished stainless steel. The table has a

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Stainless Steel

Coffee Table Square Mirror Steel Sculpture Contemporary Design Made in Italy

H 13.78 in W 49.22 in D 41.34 in

Large and Low Chrome and Glass Pace Coffee Table, circa 1970s

By Pace Collection

Located in New Rochelle, NY

Large, wide and low triangular chrome coffee table by Pace. Very sharp pace design with concave

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

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Chrome

Large and Low Chrome and Glass Pace Coffee Table, circa 1970s

H 17 in W 68 in D 39 in

Coffee Table by Oswald Haerdtl Sidetable Midcentury Vienna 1950s Hagenauer Brass

By Oscar Heardtl

Located in Vienna, AT

A marvelous coffee table or side table by Austrian architect and designer Oswald Haerdtl

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

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Brass

Coffee Table by Oswald Haerdtl Sidetable Midcentury Vienna 1950s Hagenauer Brass

H 23.23 in W 35.04 in D 18.9 in

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

By Yiannis Ghikas, Miniforms

Located in Brooklyn, NY

-glass coffee tables. Available in two sizes and two colours, Amber and Petrol Green, the coffee table

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Blown Glass

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

H 11.82 in W 27.56 in D 17.72 in

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

By Yiannis Ghikas, Miniforms

Located in Brooklyn, NY

-glass coffee tables. Available in two sizes and two colours, Amber and Petrol Green, the coffee table

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Blown Glass

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

H 11.82 in W 27.56 in D 17.72 in

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

By Yiannis Ghikas, Miniforms

Located in Brooklyn, NY

-glass coffee tables. Available in two sizes and two colours, Amber and Petrol Green, the coffee table

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Blown Glass

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

H 11.82 in W 27.56 in D 17.72 in

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

By Yiannis Ghikas, Miniforms

Located in Brooklyn, NY

-glass coffee tables. Available in two sizes and two colours, Amber and Petrol Green, the coffee table

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Blown Glass

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

H 11.82 in W 27.56 in D 17.72 in

Soda Blown Murano Glass High Coffee Table in Amber by Yiannis Ghikas

By Yiannis Ghikas, Miniforms

Located in Brooklyn, NY

-glass coffee tables. Available in two sizes and two colours, Amber and Petrol Green, the coffee table

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Blown Glass

Soda Blown Murano Glass High Coffee Table in Amber by Yiannis Ghikas

H 17.72 in Dm 14.97 in

Soda Blown Murano Glass Square Coffee Table in Amber by Yiannis Ghikas

By Yiannis Ghikas, Miniforms

Located in Brooklyn, NY

collection of 20 kilos-volume of Murano blown-glass coffee tables. Available in two sizes and two colours

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Blown Glass

Soda Blown Murano Glass Square Coffee Table in Amber by Yiannis Ghikas

H 15.75 in W 20.87 in D 20.87 in

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

By Yiannis Ghikas, Miniforms

Located in Brooklyn, NY

-glass coffee tables. Available in two sizes and two colours, Amber and Petrol Green, the coffee table

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Blown Glass

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

H 17.72 in Dm 14.97 in

Soda Blown Murano Glass Low Coffee Table in Amethyst by Yiannis Ghikas

By Yiannis Ghikas, Miniforms

Located in Brooklyn, NY

-glass coffee tables. Available in two sizes and two colours, Amber and Petrol Green, the coffee table

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Blown Glass

Soda Blown Murano Glass Low Coffee Table in Amethyst by Yiannis Ghikas

H 11.82 in Dm 21.66 in

Soda Blown Murano Glass Square Coffee Table in Blue by Yiannis Ghikas

By Yiannis Ghikas, Miniforms

Located in Brooklyn, NY

collection of 20 kilos-volume of Murano blown-glass coffee tables. Available in two sizes and two colours

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Blown Glass

Soda Blown Murano Glass Square Coffee Table in Blue by Yiannis Ghikas

H 15.75 in W 20.87 in D 20.87 in

Soda Blown Murano Glass Square Coffee Table in Amethyst by Yiannis Ghikas

By Yiannis Ghikas, Miniforms

Located in Brooklyn, NY

collection of 20 kilos-volume of Murano blown-glass coffee tables. Available in two sizes and two colours

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Blown Glass

Soda Blown Murano Glass Square Coffee Table in Amethyst by Yiannis Ghikas

H 15.75 in W 20.87 in D 20.87 in

Soda Blown Murano Glass Low Coffee Table in Amber by Yiannis Ghikas

By Yiannis Ghikas, Miniforms

Located in Brooklyn, NY

-glass coffee tables. Available in two sizes and two colours, Amber and Petrol Green, the coffee table

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Blown Glass

Soda Blown Murano Glass Low Coffee Table in Amber by Yiannis Ghikas

H 11.82 in Dm 21.66 in

20th Century Black Italian Metal Coffee, Sofa Table in the Style of Toni Corde

By Toni Cordero

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A black, vintage late Mid-Century Modern triangular coffee, sofa table with convex sides made of

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

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Metal

20th Century Black Italian Metal Coffee, Sofa Table in the Style of Toni Corde

H 38.25 in W 39.5 in D 18.5 in

Soda Blown Murano Glass High Coffee Table in Amethyst Light by Yiannis Ghikas

By Yiannis Ghikas, Miniforms

Located in Brooklyn, NY

-glass coffee tables. Available in two sizes and two colours, Amber and Petrol Green, the coffee table

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Blown Glass

Soda Blown Murano Glass High Coffee Table in Amethyst Light by Yiannis Ghikas

H 17.72 in Dm 14.97 in

Soda Blown Murano Glass Low Coffee Table in Petrol Green by Yiannis Ghikas

By Yiannis Ghikas, Miniforms

Located in Brooklyn, NY

-glass coffee tables. Available in two sizes and two colours, Amber and Petrol Green, the coffee table

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Blown Glass

Soda Blown Murano Glass Low Coffee Table in Petrol Green by Yiannis Ghikas

H 11.82 in Dm 21.66 in

Soda Blown Murano Glass Low Coffee Table in Blue Light by Yiannis Ghikas

By Yiannis Ghikas, Miniforms

Located in Brooklyn, NY

-glass coffee tables. Available in two sizes and two colours, Amber and Petrol Green, the coffee table

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Blown Glass

Soda Blown Murano Glass Low Coffee Table in Blue Light by Yiannis Ghikas

H 11.82 in Dm 21.66 in

Soda Blown Murano Glass High Coffee Table in Blue Light by Yiannis Ghikas

By Yiannis Ghikas, Miniforms

Located in Brooklyn, NY

-glass coffee tables. Available in two sizes and two colours, Amber and Petrol Green, the coffee table

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Blown Glass

Soda Blown Murano Glass High Coffee Table in Blue Light by Yiannis Ghikas

H 17.72 in Dm 14.97 in

Monumental Black Lacquered Low Table by Directional

By Directional

Located in Dallas, TX

Gorgeous black gloss lacquered pillow freeform low table by Directional. Monolithic and minimal in

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

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Chrome

Monumental Black Lacquered Low Table by Directional

H 17 in W 44 in D 44 in

Art Deco Skyscraper Style Cocktail Table in Book-Matched Walnut & Vitrolite Top

Located in New York, NY

This unique and materially stunning Art Deco Cocktail/Occasional Table in Bookmatched Walnut

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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Vitrolite, Walnut

Art Deco Skyscraper Style Cocktail Table in Book-Matched Walnut & Vitrolite Top

H 16 in W 34.5 in D 18.5 in

Duilio 'Dubé' Barnabe Reverse Painted Glass Top Cocktail Table for Fontana Arte

By Fontana Arte, Duilio Dubé Bernabe

Located in Hanover, MA

Duilio Barnabe (known as Dube) reverse painted glass top cocktail table with slightly concave sides

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

Materials

Crystal

Duilio 'Dubé' Barnabe Reverse Painted Glass Top Cocktail Table for Fontana Arte

H 16 in W 51 in D 18.5 in

Antique Classical American Philadelphia Desk in Mahogany with Double Pedestal

Located in Miami, FL

, all with convex fronts and original brass pulls. Table rests on two pedestals with tapering round

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Antique Late 19th Century American American Classical Desks and Writing ...

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Classical American Philadelphia Desk in Mahogany with Double Pedestal

H 30 in W 72 in D 29.5 in

Early 20th Century Japanese Tray

Located in Chicago, IL

, pocket change, and sunglasses on the table in your entry, or placed on your coffee table to hold remotes.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Primitive Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Wood

Early 20th Century Japanese Tray

H 2.25 in W 15 in D 11.5 in

Pampukh Sofa by Faina

By Victoria Yakusha

Located in Geneve, CH

. 2017 Dutch Design Week: SOLOD ?abinet, HRYB coffee-table — participants of the exhibition. 2018

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2010s Ukrainian Modern Sofas

Materials

Textile, Rubber, Wood

Pampukh Sofa by Faina

H 31.11 in W 94.49 in D 32.29 in

Green Pampukh Sofa by Faina

By Victoria Yakusha

Located in Geneve, CH

: SOLOD ?abinet, HRYB coffee-table — participants of the exhibition. 2018 Paris Design Week: Bandura

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2010s Ukrainian Modern Sofas

Materials

Textile, Rubber, Wood

Green Pampukh Sofa by Faina

H 31.11 in W 94.49 in D 32.29 in

Markus Haase, Ash and Marble Aeolian Low Table iii, Usa

By Markus Haase

Located in New York, NY

Haase’s table, Aeolian, is inspired by ripples in windblown sand, epitomizing the sculptor’s

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2010s German Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Markus Haase, Ash and Marble Aeolian Low Table iii, Usa

H 16 in W 90 in D 56 in

Markus Haase, Ash and Marble Aeolian Low Table IV, USA

By Markus Haase

Located in New York, NY

Haase’s table, Aeolian, is inspired by ripples in windblown sand, epitomizing the sculptor’s

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2010s German Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Markus Haase, Ash and Marble Aeolian Low Table IV, USA

H 19 in W 60 in D 38 in

Trevi Side Coffee End Table by Matteo Nunziati for Molteni, Italy

By Matteo Nunziati, Molteni & C

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Matteo Nunziati took his inspiration from Baroque art for this set of small round tables. The

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2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Trevi Side Coffee End Table by Matteo Nunziati for Molteni, Italy

H 18.88 in Dm 23.62 in

Maison Charles Brass Table

By Belgo Chrome, LaBarge

Located in Baltimore, MD

Elegant coffee table crafted by Maison Charles. Gorgeous cabriolet solid brass legs with shell

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

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Brass

Maison Charles Brass Table

H 17 in W 38 in D 38 in

Ebony-Stained Cedar Wood Table by Contemporary American Artist Daniel Pollock

By Daniel Pollock

Located in Palm Springs, CA

An ebony-stained solid cedar wood cocktail table with a convex top, by contemporary American artist

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

Materials

Cedar

Ebony-Stained Cedar Wood Table by Contemporary American Artist Daniel Pollock

H 17 in W 31 in D 26 in

Contemporary Italian Center Table Designed by Anish Kapoor in Nero Granite

By Anish Kapoor

Located in Fairfield, CT

or deflated; concave or convex mirrors whose reflections attract and swallow the viewer; recesses

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2010s European Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Contemporary Italian Center Table Designed by Anish Kapoor in Nero Granite

H 11.8 in W 133.8 in D 21.4 in

Contemporary Italian Center Table Designed by Anish Kapoor in Bianco Onyx

By Anish Kapoor

Located in Fairfield, CT

, stretched or deflated; concave or convex mirrors whose reflections attract and swallow the viewer; recesses

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2010s European Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Onyx

Contemporary Italian Center Table Designed by Anish Kapoor in Bianco Onyx

H 11.8 in W 133.8 in D 21.4 in

Circular Mirrored Vase in Mosaic

By Mosaique

Located in Desenzano Del Garda, BS

in small tiles and laid by hand. The piece takes place in many elegant settings like on coffee tables

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2010s Italian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Mirror

Circular Mirrored Vase in Mosaic

H 11.03 in Dm 19.69 in

FOUNDRY MOLD COFFEE TABLE WITH CONVEX MIRROR & GLASS TOP

Located in Essex, MA

An unusual round coffee table made from an antique industrial round wood foundry mold (used to make

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Early 20th Century American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood, Glass

FOUNDRY MOLD COFFEE TABLE WITH CONVEX MIRROR & GLASS TOP

H 15.5 in Dm 42 in

Mud Colored Indoor/Outdoor Coffee Table, Knoll

By Knoll, Maya Lin

Located in Tulsa, OK

Stones tarmac coffee table by Knoll Maya Lin 1998 Maya Lin’s collection of Stones, introduced

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2010s Italian Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Acrylic

Mud Colored Indoor/Outdoor Coffee Table, Knoll

H 15 in W 32 in D 22.5 in

Vintage Solid Rosewood Oriental Accent Coffee Tables

Located in Germantown, MD

Solid rosewood in Ming style coffee table. Simple clean lines, Asian key design on the edges. Hand

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Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Ming Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Vintage Solid Rosewood Oriental Accent Coffee Tables

H 16 in W 50 in D 26 in

Harold Schwartz Burled Walnut Parabolic Form Coffee Table.

By Harold Schwartz, Romweber Furniture Co.

Located in Chicago, IL

Convex-curve edge burled walnut coffee table, by Harold M. Schwartz for Romweber. Carved openings

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Vintage 1950s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Harold Schwartz Burled Walnut Parabolic Form Coffee Table.

H 14 in W 44.5 in D 24.5 in

Vintage Solid Rosewood Oriental Accent Coffee Table, Circa 1950s

Located in Germantown, MD

This a very solid rosewood in Ming style coffee table. Simple clean lines, Asian key design on the

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Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Ming Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Vintage Solid Rosewood Oriental Accent Coffee Table, Circa 1950s

H 16 in W 50 in D 26 in

Charles Hollis Jones Style Lucite Brass Coffee Table, Hollywood Regency

By Charles Hollis Jones, Karl Springer

Located in Chattanooga, TN

Spectacular vintage Hollywood Regency Lucite coffee table in the style of Charles Hollis Jones. The

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Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Charles Hollis Jones Style Lucite Brass Coffee Table, Hollywood Regency

H 16.25 in Dm 37.5 in

Mid-Century Modern Large Coffee Table in Rosewood with Sledge Legs

Located in Courbevoie, FR

Mid-Century Modern convex shaped Brazilian rosewood coffee table with runner frame. Danish work.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Mid-Century Modern Large Coffee Table in Rosewood with Sledge Legs

H 19.3 in W 63 in D 21.66 in

Arts & Crafts Stickley Cherry Tile Top Low Coffee Table, 20th C

By Stickley Brothers

Located in Big Flats, NY

An Arts and Crafts low coffee table offers cherry construction with tile top over slat sides

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20th Century North American Arts and Crafts Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Cherry

Arts & Crafts Stickley Cherry Tile Top Low Coffee Table, 20th C

H 17.25 in W 48.25 in D 22.5 in

Antique Victorian Carved Walnut and Marble Low Coffee Table, circa 1890

Located in Big Flats, NY

An antique Victorian low coffee table offers shaped and beveled marble turtle top surmounting

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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Marble

Antique Victorian Carved Walnut and Marble Low Coffee Table, circa 1890

H 22 in W 38.5 in D 27 in

Stone Coffee Table in Colored Ciment by Maya Lin for Knoll

Located in Pasadena, CA

Part of the stones series of Maya Lin coffee tables edited by Knoll. They offer a low, monolithic

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Late 20th Century American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Stone

Stone Coffee Table in Colored Ciment by Maya Lin for Knoll

H 10.5 in W 41.75 in D 29.5 in

Nickel-finish cocktail table

Located in New York, NY

Nickel-finish cocktail table on convex legs with square smoked glass top.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Smoked Glass

Nickel-finish cocktail table

H 15.5 in W 43.5 in D 43.5 in

Johan Tapp Cocktail Table

By Johan Tapp

Located in New York, NY

Octagonal cocktail table by Johan Tapp, of tiger maple and bird's-eye maple with convex sides and

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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Johan Tapp Cocktail Table

H 18 in Dm 42 in

Marble Low Table By Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A round coffee table with travertine marble top on a ebonized, convex-faced mahogany base with

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Vintage 1950s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Marble

Marble Low Table By Edward Wormley

H 13 in Dm 48.75 in

Large Cocktail Table by Harvey Probber

By Harvey Probber

Located in New York, NY

Long cocktail table with concave sides and convex ends. Table top of walnut and mahogany rests on

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

Large Cocktail Table by Harvey Probber

H 15 in W 77.75 in D 22.5 in

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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the convex coffee table you’re looking for. A convex coffee table — often made from wood, glass and metal — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a convex coffee table, we have 52 options in-stock, while there are 31 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect convex coffee table — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each convex coffee table bearing modern, mid-century modern or Art Deco hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one convex coffee table that is appealing in its simplicity, but Miniforms, Yiannis Ghikas and Fontana Arte produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Convex Coffee Table?

Prices for a convex coffee table start at $250 and top out at $528,000 with the average selling for $3,200.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Questions About Convex Coffee Table

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 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.
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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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 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.
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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How do you stack books on a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
To stack books on a coffee table, place the largest one on the bottom with the spine facing the focal piece of furniture, usually the sofa. Then, add the next largest, lining up the inner edges so that the spines create a stepped effect. Continue adding books to complete the stack and top it off with a decorative object if you wish. Shop a variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
How big should a coffee table be for a sectional?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
How big a coffee table for a sectional should be depends on the dimensions of the sectional. For a balanced look, a coffee table should be roughly two-thirds of the length of the sofa portion of a sofa and chaise sectional. If you have an L-shaped sofa, the coffee table should be around two-thirds of the length of each arm. Find a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
Should a coffee table be lower than a couch?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
Yes, a coffee table should generally be lower than a couch. However, the top of the table should only be slightly lower than the couch to maintain a balanced look. A good rule of thumb is to choose a table no more than one inch shorter than your sofa's seat height. Explore a large collection of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
What is the average height of a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
The average height of a coffee table is around 16 to 18 inches. Designers typically choose this height to create a balance between coffee tables and sofas. The average seat height of sofas is 17 to 18 inches, and experts typically recommend that coffee tables be no more than 1 inch shorter than sofa-seat height. Explore a diverse assortment of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
What is the best coffee table for a sectional?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
The best coffee table for a sectional can be a round coffee table, particularly with respect to U-shaped sectionals. The circular design creates a sense of balance in small spaces and renders it easy for guests to move to and fro, especially when surrounded by chairs. Find a collection of antique and vintage coffee tables on 1stDibs today.
How do I authenticate my Noguchi coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To authenticate your Noguchi coffee table, there are three different marks to look for. Isamu Noguchi’s signature will be on the edge of the table and on a medallion under the base. Even under the medallion, you will find Noguchi’s initials. Shop a collection of properly vetted Noguchi pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is a tall coffee table called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
A tall coffee table is usually called exactly that — a tall coffee table. Coffee tables, also referred to as cocktail tables, are generally designed to sit at or below the sofa's seat height. These tables may come in a range of sizes, but they are often between 16 and 18 inches high and are designed in a variety of lengths and widths. They’re meant to provide a practical table-top surface that complements your living room layout. (A tall version might also be suitable for use as a dining table.) Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tall coffee tables from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
Why are modern coffee tables so low?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Modern coffee tables tend to be low because they’re most commonly placed in front of couches and chairs. Historically, coffee tables were placed behind the couch which necessitated a taller table. Over time, as styles changed and coffee tables came to be positioned in front of couches, their heights were lowered to accommodate the modern arrangement. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage and contemporary coffee tables from some of the world’s top sellers.
Are glass coffee tables durable?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
Whether glass coffee tables are durable depends on the craftsmanship and the materials. Generally, tables with tempered glass are less likely to shatter and break. How well you care for a coffee table will also impact its life span. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of glass coffee tables.
How do you date a Lane coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
To date a Lane coffee table, look for the serial number on the underside of the piece. On most Lane coffee tables, reading the number from right to left will tell you the date that the table was manufactured. For example, a serial number that says 852140 would have been produced on April 12, 1958. Founded in Virginia in the early 20th century, Lane is largely known for its cedar chests and innovative mid-century modern designs. Find a variety of Lane coffee tables on 1stDibs.
What is the best height for a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
The best height for a coffee table is around 1 to 2 inches lower than the seat height of the adjacent sofa. Most sofas feature seat heights of around 17 or 18 inches. As a result, the most common height for coffee tables is 15 to 17 inches. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of coffee tables.
What is 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.
How much does a coffee table cost?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, a coffee table costs between $160 and $495,500.

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