Why is it called a coffee table?

Coffee tables were originally used in living spaces during social gatherings to support a tray containing multiple mugs, a coffee pot, creamers and sugar bowls. Low to the ground and centrally located in the space, coffee tables reduced the host or hostess’s need to constantly stand and serve her guests.

Can a coffee table be too low?

Yes, a coffee table can be too low. Most experts recommend choosing a coffee table that is around one to two inches lower than the seat height of your sofa or loveseat. You may find it difficult to access items on the tabletop while seated if you choose a shorter table. In addition, an overly low coffee table can make a room feel cramped or unbalanced. However, there are exceptions to this rule. Sometimes, designers intentionally place ultra-low coffee tables in spaces to create a bold contrast in a large room. Feel free to break from convention when choosing a coffee table. What's most important is that the finished result appeals to you and allows you to enjoy your seating area to the fullest. Shop a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary coffee tables on 1stDibs.

Who invented the coffee table?

No one knows for sure who invented the coffee table. The earliest examples of the occasional table can be traced back to Victorian-era Britain. At that time, makers like William Watt and Collinson and Lock were producing coffee tables in large quantities.Notably, F. Stuart Foote, the designer behind the American Imperial Furniture Company, claimed to have invented the coffee table in the early 20th century. He stated that he did so by cutting down the legs of a dining table. However, it's unlikely that Foote is the actual inventor of the coffee table, as books describing coffee tables existed in the UK a decade before his birth in 1872.Shop a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

What size should a coffee table be?

A coffee table should generally be two-thirds as long as the sofa it stands in front of and around the same height as the sofa’s seat cushions.

Is an ottoman a coffee table?

Typically, an ottoman is not a coffee table. An ottoman is a small cushioned seat without a back or arm rests. You can shop a collection of vintage and contemporary ottomans from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

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

While both pieces are relatively new to the furniture world, the main difference between them are their shapes. A cocktail table is generally square or rectangular in shape, while a coffee table tends to be oval or circular in shape. You can shop a collection of furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

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

The difference between a sofa table and a coffee table is that a sofa table is always behind the sofa and a coffee table is in front of it. Additionally, a sofa table is the same height as the sofa and a coffee table is much shorter.

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

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

Are end tables taller than coffee tables?

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

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

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

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

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

What is 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 do you style an oval coffee table?

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

How do I style a Noguchi coffee table?

Styling a Noguchi coffee table really depends on the space you’re placing it in. The possibilities are far-reaching, so consider the colors and coordination of the other furniture and fixtures around the table. Noguchi tables look beautiful on their own or styled with flowers, books or pottery. Shop a selection of Isamu Noguchi pieces on 1stDibs.

How much does a coffee table cost?

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

When did coffee tables become popular?

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

What is the standard size of a coffee table?

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

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.

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.

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.

Figural Coffee Tables

Antique Scandinavian Tables

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Vintage Gold Cocktail Glasses

Bronze Cherub Table

Bronze Nude Figure Coffee Table

$12,500

H 17.25 in W 64 in D 34 in

Bronze Nude Figure Coffee Table

Located in Highland, IN

We have seen other examples of this form, but this table is particularly well done with very fine, sensitive sculpting of the figure.

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Vintage 1980s American Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

1980s Maitland Smith Tessellated Travertine Stone Figurative Iron Coffee Table

$2,895

H 16 in W 40 in D 24 in

1980s Maitland Smith Tessellated Travertine Stone Figurative Iron Coffee Table

By Maitland Smith

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Transport yourself back to the sleek and sophisticated 1980s with this Maitland Smith Tessellated travertine and iron figural coffee table. The ultra rare table exudes an air of luxu...

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Vintage 1980s Philippine Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stone, Travertine, Iron

Neoclassical Coffee Table with Stone Top and Figural Base, Distressed

$3,800

H 16 in W 45.5 in D 20.5 in

Neoclassical Coffee Table with Stone Top and Figural Base, Distressed

Located in Los Angeles, CA

.An exceptional and monumental neoclassical style coffee table distinguished by its dramatic sculptural base and refined stone top.

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Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Travertine, Bronze

Figural Cast Iron and Glass Coffee Table, John Wheatman Design

$5,100

H 17.5 in W 54 in D 36 in

Figural Cast Iron and Glass Coffee Table, John Wheatman Design

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Contemporary coffee table cast in iron with gold enamel finish. Legs are androgynous figures standing on wheels that roll. One inch beveled glass top. John Wheatman is a well known ...

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Vintage 1970s American Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Iron

Vintage French Neoclassical Figural Bronze Merman Mermaid Glass Top Coffee Table

$4,200

H 22 in W 48 in D 30 in

Vintage French Neoclassical Figural Bronze Merman Mermaid Glass Top Coffee Table

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage French Neoclassical Style Figural Red Patinated Bronze "Merman/Mermaid" Glass Top Coffee Table.

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Late 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

C. Conndray Bronze Figural Art Nouveau Sculpture Coffee Table with Glass Top

$8,221 / set

H 27 in W 33.5 in D 75.5 in

C. Conndray Bronze Figural Art Nouveau Sculpture Coffee Table with Glass Top

By Louis Icart

Located in Chattanooga, TN

Beautifully patinated, absolutely exquisite Art Nouveau figural bronze coffee table by C. Conndray. This coffee table is a perfect example of functional art.

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Vintage 1960s American Art Nouveau Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Italian Regency Figural Brass Lion Head Round Glass Coffee Table 39"

$1,330Sale Price|30% Off

H 16.25 in Dm 39.25 in

Vintage Italian Regency Figural Brass Lion Head Round Glass Coffee Table 39"

Located in Dayton, OH

A exceptional late 20th century Italian Regency style Coffee Table. Features a round polished and beveled glass top over a figural lion head base.

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Late 20th Century Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Carved Marble Figure of a Nude Woman Coffee Table Glass Top

$3,196Sale Price|20% Off

H 14 in W 54.5 in D 31 in

Carved Marble Figure of a Nude Woman Coffee Table Glass Top

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This carved marble figure of a nude woman coffee table with a glass top is a striking example of functional art that blurs the line between sculpture and furniture.

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1990s Italian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Maitland Smith Wood, Bronze Figure Supports Coffee Table with a Glass Top

$1,840Sale Price|61% Off

H 17.5 in W 54 in D 36 in

Maitland Smith Wood, Bronze Figure Supports Coffee Table with a Glass Top

By Maitland Smith

Located in Miami, FL

Maitland Smith Wood, Bronze Figure Supports Coffee Table with a Glass Top Offered for sale is a Maitland Smith and inlaid wood coffee table with four bronze Herculeses' figures supp...

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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

Gilt Wrought Iron Thick Figural Glass Top Round Coffee Table Hollywood Regency

$2,300

H 18 in Dm 41 in

Gilt Wrought Iron Thick Figural Glass Top Round Coffee Table Hollywood Regency

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Hollywood Regency scroll gilt iron base legs coffee table.

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

Materials

Metal

Wood and metal coffee table

$440

H 20.87 in W 24.41 in D 12.6 in

Wood and metal coffee table

Located in Brescia, IT

The teak top, rectangular and with rounded corners, lends elegance to the figure. Ideal as a coffee table for the hall but also as a bedside table or entryway cabinet.

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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

20th Century Figural Bronze Cherub Table Base Signed S. Keliam

$6,000

H 27 in W 28 in D 32 in

20th Century Figural Bronze Cherub Table Base Signed S. Keliam

Located in Newmanstown, PA

S. Kelliam (20th Century) Figural bronze group of cherubs. Depicting seated cherubs on a rock, signed S.Kelliam. Patinated and silver-gilt bronze. The glass top is not shown in the p...

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20th Century French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

Artist Made Sculptural Figural Torch Cut Steel Table by Albert Leon Wilson

$3,600Sale Price|20% Off

H 14 in W 23 in D 15 in

Artist Made Sculptural Figural Torch Cut Steel Table by Albert Leon Wilson

By Albert Leon Wilson

Located in Greensboro, NC

Artist made sculptural figural torch cut steel coffee or side table by Albert Leon Wilson (1920-1999) One of a kind table by sculptor and artist A.L.

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

Materials

Steel

Brass Modern Leaf Motif Base and Glass Top Rectangular Coffee Table

$3,200

H 15 in W 52 in D 34 in

Brass Modern Leaf Motif Base and Glass Top Rectangular Coffee Table

By Karl Springer, Mastercraft

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Very nice rectangle figural brass base coffee table with glass top.

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

Materials

Brass

Stunning Brass Elephant Hollywood Regency Side End Table, European, 1960s

$1,450

H 16.75 in Dm 22 in

Stunning Brass Elephant Hollywood Regency Side End Table, European, 1960s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Offered is this beautiful Hollywood Regency figural Elephant side, end or coffee table. The heavy brass elephant sculpture is in beautiful condition.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass

Restored Paul Frankl Double Strand Figure Eight Legs Mahogany Coffee Table

$1,920Sale Price|40% Off

H 14 in W 30 in D 16 in

Restored Paul Frankl Double Strand Figure Eight Legs Mahogany Coffee Table

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Double-strand restored rattan figure eight or infinity leg-shaped coffee table with a mahogany top.

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Vintage 1950s Side Tables

Materials

Rattan, Mahogany

Figural Base Glass Top Side End Table

$1,200

H 23 in W 28 in D 28 in

Figural Base Glass Top Side End Table

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Nice vintage figural base coffee table with glass top.

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Center Tables

Square Glass Top Figural Chrome Base Side Centre Table

$1,200

H 19 in W 24 in D 24 in

Square Glass Top Figural Chrome Base Side Centre Table

By Maison Jansen, Milo Baughman

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Mid-Century Modern figural square chrome base side coffee table stand.

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Chrome

French Empire Style Carved Figural Marble Top Center Table

$1,895

H 27 in W 40 in D 40 in

French Empire Style Carved Figural Marble Top Center Table

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Dimensions: Height: 27 in Width: 40 in Depth: 40 in This vintage French Empire style carved figural marble top coffee table/center table is of the highest quality!

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Late 20th Century Unknown Empire Center Tables

Materials

Marble

1900s Asian Wrought Iron Coffee Table With Figural Elements

$3,036Sale Price|20% Off

H 19.9 in W 16.4 in D 23.4 in

1900s Asian Wrought Iron Coffee Table With Figural Elements

Located in High Point, NC

1900s Asian wrought iron coffee table featuring intricate figural and botanical motifs, showcasing exceptional craftsmanship and artistic detail.

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Early 20th Century Furniture

Materials

Iron

Folk African Sculpture Beaded Figure Abstract Art, Yoruba Carved Figure Nigeri

$815Sale Price / item|20% Off

H 9.85 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in

Folk African Sculpture Beaded Figure Abstract Art, Yoruba Carved Figure Nigeri

Located in Wembley, GB

Ideal for collectors of African art, tribal sculptures, and ethnographic objects, this decorative wooden figure displays beautifully on coffee tables, sideboards, Scandinavian sidebo...

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Vintage 1920s Zimbabwean Tribal Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Gold Plate, Sheet Metal, Gold Leaf

Antique Italian Architectural Salvage Sculptural Elements Now Statue Table Pair

$7,700 / set

H 17 in W 18 in D 17.5 in

Antique Italian Architectural Salvage Sculptural Elements Now Statue Table Pair

Located in Forney, TX

Keywords: Venice Northern Italy European antiques Roman Empire Classical era classic Greek ancient Greco-Roman Mediterranean revival architectural element sculptural object figural b...

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Antique 19th Century Italian Classical Roman Architectural Elements

Materials

Wood

Italian Glazed Gilt Porcelain Snail

$1,850 / set

H 5.5 in W 12 in D 6.75 in

Italian Glazed Gilt Porcelain Snail

Located in Houston, TX

Offered is a beautiful realistic Italian Hollywood Regency glazed gilt porcelain snail or escargot figure. Great coffee table or bookcase accessory!

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Vintage 1980s Italian Hollywood Regency Animal Sculptures

Materials

Porcelain

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LaVerne Bronze Coffee Table with Reclining Female Figure, Signed

Unavailable

H 18 in W 62.5 in D 26 in

LaVerne Bronze Coffee Table with Reclining Female Figure, Signed

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in New York, NY

This beautiful table is a gorgeous example of Philip and Kelvin Laverne's artistry. The surface of the table is signed and features a female nude. See photo for signature.

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Vintage 1960s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Figural Metal Cocktail Table, USA, 1950s

Unavailable

H 20.5 in Dm 17 in

Art Deco Figural Metal Cocktail Table, USA, 1950s

Located in Hudson, NY

Probably made 1940s or later in the perfect Art Deco style. This cocktail table has a traditional period skyscraper supporting three figural metal dancers and a glass top. Two-tier b...

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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

19th Century Italian Églomisé Top Painted and Partial Gilt Figural Low Table

Unavailable

H 22.25 in Dm 40 in

19th Century Italian Églomisé Top Painted and Partial Gilt Figural Low Table

Located in Miami, FL

Italian églomisé top painted and partial gilt figural low (cocktail) table. After 43 years of business we are retiring. Everything must be sold. Many of the pieces listed here on ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Rococo Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

California Lamps & Shades Co. Silvered Egyptian Figures Glass Coffee Table, 1951

Unavailable

H 21 in W 52 in D 27.5 in

California Lamps & Shades Co. Silvered Egyptian Figures Glass Coffee Table, 1951

By California Lamps and Shade Co.

Located in San Francisco, CA

A very uncommon and uniquely stylish 1951 Egyptian Revival-inspired Hollywood Regency figural glass top coffee table by California Lamps & Shades Company.

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Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Gilt Bronze Figural Coffee Table

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H 13 in W 42 in D 19 in

Gilt Bronze Figural Coffee Table

Located in New York, NY

Unusual gilt bronze figural coffee table with rectangular glass top.

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Vintage 1960s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Ormolu

Carved Walnut French Renaissance Small Figural Coffee Table with Winged Maidens

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H 20 in W 27 in D 17.5 in

Carved Walnut French Renaissance Small Figural Coffee Table with Winged Maidens

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique carved walnut French renaissance small figural coffee table with winged maidens. Item features full figured winged maiden legs, shaped top, beautiful wood grain, very nice an...

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Mid-20th Century North American Renaissance Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Panther Coffee Table

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H 16.5 in W 48 in D 24 in

Panther Coffee Table

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Unusual figural coffee table, a pair of hand-painted snow panthers, of glazed terracotta, each in a recumbent, stalking pose, with 3/4 inch glass top having rounded corners.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Pottery

Modern Patinated Glass Top Bronze Figural Table

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H 22 in W 35 in D 64 in

Modern Patinated Glass Top Bronze Figural Table

Located in Astoria, NY

Modern Patinated Glass-Topped Bronze Figural Coffee Table, the nude figure seated on a cushion, with outstretched arms holding an oval glass top. 22" H x 35" W x 64" D.

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20th Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

Brass seahorse coffee table, 1970s

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H 16.54 in Dm 37.01 in

Brass seahorse coffee table, 1970s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Sculptural brass bronzed seahorse figure coffee table with a round clear glass top and a mirrored glass lower shelf.

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Vintage 1970s Belgian Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Carved Chinese Figural Coffee Table with Marble Top

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H 24 in W 47 in D 27 in

Carved Chinese Figural Coffee Table with Marble Top

Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL

This is an interesting marriage of a beveled green marble top over an antique carved hardwood base with four corner supports depicting a female figure with the head of a lion termina...

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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Other Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Figural Sergio Bustamante Monkey Glass-Top Hourglass Coffee Table, 1970s

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H 17 in W 44 in D 24 in

Figural Sergio Bustamante Monkey Glass-Top Hourglass Coffee Table, 1970s

By Sergio Bustamante

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Stunning papier-mâché figural coffee table with glass top by Sergio Bustamante.

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Mid-20th Century Mexican Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Art Glass, Resin, Paper

Reclining Figural Coffee Table by Eichengreen & Gensburg, Cast Aluminum Glass

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H 16 in W 36 in D 56 in

Reclining Figural Coffee Table by Eichengreen & Gensburg, Cast Aluminum Glass

By Eichengreen & Gensburg

Located in Kansas City, MO

Sculptural cocktail table designed by the collaborative duo of American artists, Arlene Eichengreen and Nancy Gensburg. The base is two pieces of cast aluminum: one of the abstracted...

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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Carved Solid Walnut Figural Glass Top Coffee Cocktail Table, circa 1940

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H 20.75 in W 77 in D 26 in

Carved Solid Walnut Figural Glass Top Coffee Cocktail Table, circa 1940

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

There will be times when additional patience will be necessary This is a fantastic carved walnut figural coffee table. The table features two carved men holding up the glass top.

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Vintage 1940s Italian Neoclassical Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Figural Venetian Lacquered Coffee Table

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H 20 in W 48 in D 29 in

Figural Venetian Lacquered Coffee Table

By Claude Dalle

Located in Bradenton, FL

Venetian Lacquered Coffee Table. Claude Dalle was a French Designer popular among affluent clientele in Paris and the Middle East in the 1970s and 1980s, often merging Art Deco and H...

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Late 20th Century French Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Large Square Figural Base Lacquer Coffee Table

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H 17 in W 39 in D 39 in

Large Square Figural Base Lacquer Coffee Table

By James Mont, Karl Springer

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Large designer square beige or light olive lacquer finish mid century modern coffee table.

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

Materials

Glass, Hardwood

Whimsical Figural base glass top amorphic coffee table

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H 18 in W 37 in D 29 in

Whimsical Figural base glass top amorphic coffee table

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A wonderful whimsical coffee table purchased by the estate in the 1980's. it was purchased from another private source so it may be earlier. The glass top has a great amorphic shape ...

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Late 20th Century American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Amazing Midcentury Figural Form Coffee Table with Glass Top

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H 23.5 in Dm 43.75 in

Amazing Midcentury Figural Form Coffee Table with Glass Top

Located in Asbury Park, NJ

Wonderful and unique coffee table that looks like Henry Moore meets Fredrick Weinberg. Table is made incredibly well and is an example I have not seen before.

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

Materials

Cut Glass, Plaster

Roman Figure "Etruscan" Oiled Bronze Coffee Table by LaVerne

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H 17 in Dm 47 in

Roman Figure "Etruscan" Oiled Bronze Coffee Table by LaVerne

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in New York, NY

Exceptional, rare oiled bronze Etruscan coffee table with engraved Roman figures on a bronze fluted base. Signed, LaVerne

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

Figural Carved Court Jester Marble & Bronze Rectangular Coffee Table

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H 18 in W 38.75 in D 21 in

Figural Carved Court Jester Marble & Bronze Rectangular Coffee Table

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This is a great whimsical coffee table. The frame is mar of solid cast bronze and ornamental iron legs with carved court Jesters supporting the marble top. This is a unique and certa...

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Early 20th Century French Renaissance Revival Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

Striking Figural Iron and Glass Giacometti Style Coffee Table

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H 18.75 in Dm 46 in

Striking Figural Iron and Glass Giacometti Style Coffee Table

By Alberto Giacometti

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Very handsome and impressive round coffee table having a heavy iron sculpted base with Giacometti style figures like the spokes of wheel, and a thick piece of glass floating above.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Iron

French 1960s Bronze and Glass figural Peacock Coffee Table Side Table Sofa Table

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H 18.25 in Dm 31.5 in

French 1960s Bronze and Glass figural Peacock Coffee Table Side Table Sofa Table

Located in NUEMBRECHT, NRW

Awesome 1960s French Mid Century modern figural bronze peacock coffee or occasional table with facetted clear glass table top.

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Marble and Brass Figural Coffee Console Table

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H 25.5 in W 24 in D 24 in

Art Deco Marble and Brass Figural Coffee Console Table

Located in Bensalem, PA

Beautiful museum quality Art Deco brass and marble sculpture of women table bases.Imported from Italy Exceptional craftsmanship & unbelievable detail.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

Egyptian Revival Regency Oval Coffee Table Neoclassical Figural Caryatid Vintage

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H 21.5 in W 48 in D 24 in

Egyptian Revival Regency Oval Coffee Table Neoclassical Figural Caryatid Vintage

Located in Dayton, OH

Egyptian Revival Regency oval coffee table neoclassical figural caryatid vintage Neoclassical or Regency style table.

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20th Century Neoclassical Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Burl

Large Rectangle Solid Bronze Figural Base Glass-Top Coffee Table

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H 21 in W 60 in L 21 in

Large Rectangle Solid Bronze Figural Base Glass-Top Coffee Table

By Giocometti

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Nice X-base figural base coffee table in style of Giocometti.

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

Materials

Bronze

Memphis Style 1980s Figure Glass and Metal Coffee Table Postmodern

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H 17 in W 60 in D 36 in

Memphis Style 1980s Figure Glass and Metal Coffee Table Postmodern

By Memphis Milano

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

Memphis Milano style 1980s figure glass and metal coffee table. Welded metal female figure with long hair bent over holding up an oval glass top.

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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Maitland Smith Figural Elephant Bronze & Leather Coffee Table, 20th C

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H 17.5 in W 37.25 in D 37.25 in

Maitland Smith Figural Elephant Bronze & Leather Coffee Table, 20th C

By Maitland Smith

Located in Big Flats, NY

A figural low table by Maitland Smith offers leather top over cast bronze frame having stretchers with elephants, maker label as photographed, 20th century Measures - 17.5'' H x 37....

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20th Century Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Gold Hollywood Regency French Style Female Figural Metal Coffee Table

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H 16 in W 36 in D 36 in

Vintage Gold Hollywood Regency French Style Female Figural Metal Coffee Table

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage gold Hollywood Regency French style female figural metal coffee table. Item features metal female figural legs, decorated skirt, shaped glass top, great style and form, circa...

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Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Metal

French Renaissance Figural Carved Walnut Parrot Bird & Faces Small Coffee Table

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H 21.5 in W 26 in D 17.5 in

French Renaissance Figural Carved Walnut Parrot Bird & Faces Small Coffee Table

Located in Philadelphia, PA

French Renaissance Style Figural Carved Walnut Parrot Bird & Faces Small Coffee Table (Missing glass top).

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Early 20th Century Renaissance Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Walnut

Figural Chinese Mother of Pearl Inlaid Carved Hardwood Marble Coffee Table

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H 18.5 in W 55 in D 25 in

Figural Chinese Mother of Pearl Inlaid Carved Hardwood Marble Coffee Table

Located in Big Flats, NY

A pair of figural Chinese coffee table features inset marble top with mother of pearl inlay featuring bonsai and foliate elements surmounting hardwood base having carved foliate skir...

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20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Marble

Mid-Century Modern Picasso Style Figural Female Sculptural Coffee Table Base

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H 22 in W 37.5 in D 25.5 in

Mid-Century Modern Picasso Style Figural Female Sculptural Coffee Table Base

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Picasso style figural female sculptural coffee table base sculpture.

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Late 20th Century North American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Composition

Lovely French Oval Marble Top Coffee Table with Figural Bronze Base

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H 17.5 in W 48.5 in D 21 in

Lovely French Oval Marble Top Coffee Table with Figural Bronze Base

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Lovely oval French marble top coffee table with a pretty base having four angel or male figures on the base.

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Early 20th Century French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Marble, Bronze

Antique French Oak Renaissance Revival Bench or Coffee Table With Figural Carvin

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H 22 in W 39 in D 22.5 in

Antique French Oak Renaissance Revival Bench or Coffee Table With Figural Carvin

Located in Centennial, CO

A unique antique French oak Renaissance Revival bench or coffee table with beautiful figural carvings surrounded by flowers and foliage on the legs.

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Early 20th Century French Renaissance Revival Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Oak

Round Oak French Center Coffee Table with Full Figure Carved Servant Supports

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H 25 in W 35.5 in D 35.5 in

Round Oak French Center Coffee Table with Full Figure Carved Servant Supports

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This whimsical coffee or center table features fully carved servant figures of men and ladies to support your tabletop and whatever is place on top of it. The table is in good condit...

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Vintage 1950s French French Provincial Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Oak

Antique Italian 2 Tier Onyx and Figural Koi Fish Sculpted Brass Coffee Table

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H 21 in W 47.5 in D 20 in

Antique Italian 2 Tier Onyx and Figural Koi Fish Sculpted Brass Coffee Table

Located in Chicago, IL

Antique Italian 2 Tier Ornate Onyx and Figural Koi Fish Sculpted Brass Framed Coffee Table Beautiful Beveled Edge Oval Amber Veined Green Onyx with Intricate Detailed Sculpted Ornat...

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Vintage 1920s Italian Art Nouveau Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Onyx, Marble, Brass

La Barge Figural Rams Head Oval Scallop Glass Coffee Table Maison Charles Style

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H 19.5 in W 50 in D 30 in

La Barge Figural Rams Head Oval Scallop Glass Coffee Table Maison Charles Style

By La Barge

Located in Dayton, OH

Solid brass sculptural ram's head coffee table in Maison Charles and Hollywood Regency style. Features scalloped edge border and intricately detailed ram's head table festering hove ...

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Late 20th Century Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Brass

Hollywood Regency Figural Carved God Leaf Glass Coffee Table in the French Taste

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H 19.5 in Dm 36 in

Hollywood Regency Figural Carved God Leaf Glass Coffee Table in the French Taste

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Uniquely carved vintage Hollywood Regency coffee table in the French taste. This elegant item features an inset glass top with white border and gold leaf decorated central pattern. T...

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20th Century American Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Glass, Wood

Figural Carved Walnut Glass Tray Top Coffee Table with Roman Figures Circa 1930

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H 23 in Dm 23 in

Figural Carved Walnut Glass Tray Top Coffee Table with Roman Figures Circa 1930

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

For customers that require professional insured delivery we are proud to have teamed up with a nationwide professional delivery company that will assist with coordinating your delive...

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Vintage 1930s Unknown Neoclassical Revival Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Bronze "Grotto" Figural Table Base

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H 19 in W 51 in D 20 in

Bronze "Grotto" Figural Table Base

Located in North Miami, FL

A Fantastic table base of bronze(brass) in the "fantasy" form of mermen.The detail to this piece is fantastic. It looks as if it came from the "Blue Grotto".

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Vintage 1960s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

Cerussed Black Coffee Table with Stainless Steel Base Modern Minimal End Grain

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H 20 in W 28 in D 28 in

Cerussed Black Coffee Table with Stainless Steel Base Modern Minimal End Grain

By Herman Miller, Figure Ground, Charles and Ray Eames, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Brooklyn, NY

*Please note this is only for the coffee table. All of our pieces are originally designed and handmade in the Brooklyn, NY based Figure+Ground studio; we don't believe in the separa...

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Stainless Steel

Rosewood Custom Coffee Table By Baker

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H 17 in W 65 in D 28 in

Rosewood Custom Coffee Table By Baker

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Baker Furniture coffee table with figural rosewood veneer. Tag to underside reads "Collector's Edition by Baker".

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Vintage 1960s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Unusual Light Oak 1950s Coffee Table.

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Unusual Light Oak 1950s Coffee Table.

Located in Bellport, NY

Stylish and rare ovate shaped coffee table.Excellent figure in the light oak grain.Bottom storage area.

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Vintage 1950s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Decorative Casted Bronze Dolphins coffee table

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Decorative Casted Bronze Dolphins coffee table

Located in bergen op zoom, NL

A very decorative casted bronze coffee table figuring 2 swimming dolphins If you are a big fan of Flipper this is a must have piece!

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Vintage 1980s Belgian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Giacometti Style Wrought Iron Figural Glass Top Cocktail Table

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H 18.5 in W 39.5 in D 18 in

Giacometti Style Wrought Iron Figural Glass Top Cocktail Table

By Alberto Giacometti

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Unique vintage figural wrought iron artisan crafted and signed (LM) cocktail table having a .5 inch thick glass top in the style of Diego Giacometti. Glass Measures: 39.5"l x 18"d...

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20th Century Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wrought Iron

Antique Chinese Figural Carved Hardwood Low Table, 20th Century

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H 15 in W 41 in D 14 in

Antique Chinese Figural Carved Hardwood Low Table, 20th Century

Located in Big Flats, NY

Antique Chinese figural low table features hardwood construction with rectangular top over carved and pierced apron having dragon and foliate design, raised on scroll form legs with ...

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20th Century Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Hardwood

Phillip and Kelvin Laverne Mid-Century American Bronze Figural Table

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H 18 in W 46 in D 24 in

Phillip and Kelvin Laverne Mid-Century American Bronze Figural Table

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in Queens, NY

Mid-Century American "Persephone" coffee table haivng a bronze stylized reclining female figure enveloped with a freeform rope under an organic shaped glass top (PHILLIP AND KELVIN L...

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

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Bronze

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Triangular Walnut Coffee Table

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H 15.5 in W 55 in D 34 in

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Triangular Walnut Coffee Table

Located in Chicago, IL

Figural walnut triangular coffee table by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb.

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Vintage 1950s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Continental Rococo Marble-Top Figural Giltwood and Gesso Large Centre Table

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H 30 in W 42 in D 31 in

Continental Rococo Marble-Top Figural Giltwood and Gesso Large Centre Table

Located in Big Flats, NY

19th century continental rococo large centre table features figural cherub (putti) and figural gilt gesso over wood framework. Piece is 85% first finish with 15% touch up.

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Antique 19th Century French Rococo Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Marble

Figural Carved Walnut Marble Top Putti Cherub Cooffee Table Cuirca, 1920

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H 22 in W 26 in D 19 in

Figural Carved Walnut Marble Top Putti Cherub Cooffee Table Cuirca, 1920

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This is a gorgeous marbe top table made in Italy of incredible materialsand done incredibky well. Look the quality of the carving and condition. Measures 27 wide x 19 deep x 22 tall.

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Vintage 1920s Italian Art Nouveau Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Marble

Antique Deeply Carved Figural Mahogany Low Table with Eagle Circa 1910

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H 28.5 in W 60 in D 28.5 in

Antique Deeply Carved Figural Mahogany Low Table with Eagle Circa 1910

Located in Big Flats, NY

***Ask About Discounted In-House Shipping*** An antique low table offers mahogany construction with deeply carved and pierced skirt having scroll, foliate, and eagle (phoenix) elemen...

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Early 20th Century Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Mahogany

Ello Italian Onyx Coffee Table by Stone International, 1979

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H 15 in W 43 in D 43 in

Ello Italian Onyx Coffee Table by Stone International, 1979

By Stone International

Located in Chicago, IL

Figural onyx coffee table Massello in Italy in 1979 by Stone International for Ello Furniture.

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Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Onyx

French Empire Gilt Bronze Figural & Three Section Mirrored Low Table 20th C

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H 19.25 in W 27 in D 68 in

French Empire Gilt Bronze Figural & Three Section Mirrored Low Table 20th C

Located in Big Flats, NY

***Ask About Reduced In-House Shipping Rates - Reliable Service & Fully Insured*** A French Empire style low table offers gilt bronze construction in oval form with mirrored top havi...

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20th Century Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Bronze

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne 'Spring Festival' Waterfall Coffee Table

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H 15.25 in W 52.75 in D 20 in

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne 'Spring Festival' Waterfall Coffee Table

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in New York, NY

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne's rare sculptural 'Spring Festival' coffee table in a waterfall form. This figural design coffee table is composed of hand-crafted acid-etched and patinate...

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Bronze, Enamel, Pewter

Antique Victorian Figural Carved Walnut Floral Shadow Box Frame Low Table c1890

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H 22 in W 29 in D 29 in

Antique Victorian Figural Carved Walnut Floral Shadow Box Frame Low Table c1890

Located in Big Flats, NY

An antique Victorian low center table offers walnut construction with octagonal shadow box top having gilt trim and glass protected floral wreath raised on scroll form cabriole legs,...

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Antique Late 19th Century European Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Walnut

Vintage Carved Oriental Asian Figures Coffee Table Cabinet Old Chinese Wiseman

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H 16.5 in W 60 in D 20 in

Vintage Carved Oriental Asian Figures Coffee Table Cabinet Old Chinese Wiseman

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage oriental Asian figural carved coffee table cabinet. Item features ornately carved figural top, cabinet doors on both sides which opens through, carved wood Wiseman column sup...

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Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Glass, Wood

Stunning Flying Putti or Cherub Coffee Table in Bronze or Bronze Finished Metal

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H 20.5 in W 48.25 in D 28 in

Stunning Flying Putti or Cherub Coffee Table in Bronze or Bronze Finished Metal

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Featuring an exquisitely sculpted cherub figure in mid-flight, this coffee table beautifully supports a clear glass top, allowing the intricate details of the bronze finish to take c...

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Early 2000s European Neoclassical Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Metal

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare and Important "Me Too" Coffee Table 1970s Signed

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H 15.5 in W 55.5 in D 36 in

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Rare and Important "Me Too" Coffee Table 1970s Signed

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Extremely rare and important cast bronze “Me Too” coffee table, female figural sculpture with multicolor hand painted enamels with biomorphic glass top, by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne,...

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

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Bronze, Enamel

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Brass Human Figural Cube Tables or Coffee Tables

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H 20.5 in W 23.75 in D 23.75 in

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Brass Human Figural Cube Tables or Coffee Tables

By Paul Evans

Located in Stamford, CT

A pair of Paul Evans style brass Mid-Century Modern human figural dancing cube tables or coffee table with a thick glass tops.

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Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Brass

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Figural Coffee Tables For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of figural coffee tables is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, glass and bronze, all figural coffee tables available were constructed with great care. Figural coffee tables have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of figural coffee tables to choose from, but at 1stDibs, mid-century modern, Hollywood Regency and neoclassical figural coffee tables are of considerable interest. Figural coffee tables have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Maitland Smith and Albert Leon Wilson are consistently popular.

How Much are Figural Coffee Tables?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $3,914, while they’re typically $59 on the low end and $94,500 highest priced.

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.”

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.

Questions About Figural Coffee Tables

Why is it called a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
Coffee tables were originally used in living spaces during social gatherings to support a tray containing multiple mugs, a coffee pot, creamers and sugar bowls. Low to the ground and centrally located in the space, coffee tables reduced the host or hostess’s need to constantly stand and serve her guests.
Can a coffee table be too low?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Typically, an ottoman is not a coffee table. An ottoman is a small cushioned seat without a back or arm rests. You can shop a collection of vintage and contemporary ottomans from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between a coffee table and a cocktail table?
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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?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
The difference between a sofa table and a coffee table is that a sofa table is always behind the sofa and a coffee table is in front of it. Additionally, a sofa table is the same height as the sofa and a coffee table is much shorter.
What is the difference between a center table and a coffee table?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
The difference between a side table and a coffee table is mainly in the size and shape. Coffee tables usually feature larger tops but shorter legs. People typically place them in front of a sofa or a loveseat to rest books, drinks, remote controls and other items. Side tables also store items, but they are usually positioned beside an accent chair or at the ends of a sofa or loveseat. Shop a diverse assortment of side tables and coffee tables on 1stDibs.
What is a tray top coffee table?
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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 do you style an oval coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
To style an oval coffee table, create balance with opposites. Choose a sofa and accent chairs with a boxier shape for a striking contrast. Place a rectangular tray in the center and use it to display decorative accents or to store remotes and coasters. Another approach to decorating an oval table is to use decorative accents at different heights. Think of a tall vase placed next to a low bowl and a small sculpture positioned on top of two stacked coffee table books. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of oval coffee tables.
How do I style a Noguchi coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Styling a Noguchi coffee table really depends on the space you’re placing it in. The possibilities are far-reaching, so consider the colors and coordination of the other furniture and fixtures around the table. Noguchi tables look beautiful on their own or styled with flowers, books or pottery. Shop a selection of Isamu Noguchi pieces on 1stDibs.
How much does a coffee table cost?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, a coffee table costs between $160 and $495,500.
When did coffee tables become popular?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
Coffee tables became popular in the 1920s and ’30s. Pieces from this time period often show off the characteristics of Art Deco design, such as metal accents, mirrored finishes and the use of exotic woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. Coffee tables first came into use during the Victorian era, largely in response to the rise of coffee houses in London. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary coffee tables.
What is the standard size of a coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
There isn't really a standard size of a coffee table. Manufacturers produce coffee tables in a range of sizes and shapes. However, many rectangular tables are around 45 to 48 inches in length by 25 to 28 inches in width. Heights typically range from 16 to 18 inches. Shop a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
How big should a coffee table be for a sectional?
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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.
How do I authenticate my Noguchi coffee table?
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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.
How do you stack books on a coffee table?
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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.

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