Drop Cocktail Table
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Travertine, Marble
2010s American Other Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Lacquer
Vintage 1950s American Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Walnut
2010s American Other Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Wood, Lacquer
2010s South African Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Copper, Steel
Vintage 1930s British Queen Anne Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Walnut
20th Century Rustic Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Wood
Vintage 1980s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Marble
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Walnut
2010s Turkish Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Marble
Vintage 1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Teak, Oak
Vintage 1930s American Federal Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Wood
2010s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Bronze
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Minimalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Marble
Mid-20th Century American American Colonial Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Mahogany
20th Century Swedish Gustavian Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Georgian Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Brass
Late 20th Century American Queen Anne Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Walnut
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Brass
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Brass
Mid-20th Century English Country Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Beech, Elm
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Brass
Antique 19th Century Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Wood
20th Century Swedish Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Wood
Vintage 1980s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Glass, Lucite
21st Century and Contemporary American Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Resin
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Wood
20th Century American Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Cherry
Vintage 1960s English Chippendale Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Mahogany
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Wood, Lacquer
Antique Mid-19th Century French Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Ash
20th Century American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Sheet Metal
21st Century and Contemporary American Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Resin
2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Metal
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Brass
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Teak
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Rosewood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Walnut
Vintage 1940s American Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Brass
Vintage 1950s English Georgian Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Mahogany
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Stainless Steel
Vintage 1960s Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Wood, Leather
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Marble
Early 20th Century English Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Pine
Early 20th Century English Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables
Mahogany
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Oak
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Oak
Antique 19th Century English Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Early 20th Century English Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Brass
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Oak
Vintage 1930s British Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Leather, Wood
Early 20th Century British Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Leather, Wood
Early 20th Century British Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Leather, Wood
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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.”
Find the perfect centerpiece for any room, no matter what your personal furniture style on 1stDibs — shop Art Deco coffee tables, travertine coffee tables and other antique and vintage coffee tables and cocktail tables today.
- What is a cocktail table?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Cocktail tables are ornate low tables traditionally used to serve cocktails and food in a seating area. When first sold in the early 20th-century, cocktail tables tended to be square or rectangular, while coffee tables were round or oval shaped. Today, both types of table come in a wide range of shapes. Find a variety of antique and vintage cocktail tables on 1stDibs.
- What is a drop-leaf table?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A drop-leaf table has a fixed section in the center and a hinged section, or leaf, on each side that can be folded down.
- How do I date a drop-leaf table?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To date a drop-leaf table, first look for saw marks. If you see straight ones, your table likely dates back to before the early 19th century. Pieces made after should show curved saw marks. A licensed furniture appraiser can assist you with determining an exact date. Find a range of expertly vetted drop-leaf tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023The first drop-leaf tables emerged during the era of the early 17th century. These first pieces usually feature a gate leg that swings out to support the leaf. Drop-leaf tables with side brackets debuted in the early 19th century. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of drop-leaf tables.
- How does a drop leaf table work?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 24, 2021A drop-leaf table features a fixed section and one or more foldable sections. The well-made hinges hold the fixed and foldable sections and allow the leaves to pop up. These sections are anchored with the help of swing-out legs for secure placement. Find antique and vintage drop-leaf tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A drop-leaf table is a type of table that has a fixed portion in the center and foldable portions on either side joined by hinges. These foldable portions can be dropped and closed to save space when the table is not in use. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage drop leaf dining tables.
- 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 ExpertFebruary 17, 2023The difference between a gateleg table and a drop leaf table is the design of the section that you can raise to expand the piece. On a drop leaf table, the extension does not have any lower support. A gateleg table has a leg that swings out to rest beneath the extension. Find a selection of tables from some of the world's best sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023While you can look for markings and other details to try and determine the maker, the best way to identify an antique drop leaf table is to work with a certified appraiser. Trusted online venues and search engines can be helpful when conducting research on a specific collectible, piece of jewelry, art work or other item about which you may have questions, but qualified professionals, such as an antiques dealer or an appraiser at an auction house, have the knowledge and experience needed to make more accurate identifications. Shop a selection of antique, vintage and modern tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024To tell how old your drop leaf table is, first see if it bears a maker's mark. Looking up this marking using trusted online resources can enable you to identify the maker. From there, you can conduct further research to determine when it was in business and crafting tables like yours. For unmarked tables, it is generally necessary to become familiar with the various styles of drop leaf tables, such as the 17th-century Gateleg table, recognizable by the stretchers that connect its legs, and the 18th-century Pembroke table, which typically has two drawers. However, contemporary reproductions of these types of tables exist, making it difficult to date pieces without training and experience. As a result, you may wish to use the services of a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore an assortment of drop leaf tables.
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