Can a coffee table be too low?

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

Who invented the coffee table?

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

What size should a coffee table be?

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

Is an ottoman a coffee table?

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

Why is it called a coffee table?

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

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

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

Are end tables taller than coffee tables?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

How 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.

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 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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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Karl Springer Free Form

Free Form Mirrored Coffee Table

$11,700

H 20 in W 74 in D 44 in

Free Form Mirrored Coffee Table

By Karl Springer

Located in Los angeles, CA

Free Form Mirrored Coffee Table Designer: Karl Springer (attr.)

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Vintage 1970s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Stainless Steel

Free-form travertine coffee table

$8,743

H 9.26 in W 55.12 in D 23.63 in

Free-form travertine coffee table

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Free form coffee table. France, circa 1970 Low coffee table crafted from travertine, featuring an organic, free-form top with softly rounded edges.

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Vintage 1970s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Travertine

Free-form wood coffee table

$17,487

H 13.98 in W 66.93 in D 47.25 in

Free-form wood coffee table

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

France, circa 1970 Coffee table made of solid wood, featuring an organic, asymmetrical shape.

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

Materials

Wood

Vintage free form coffee tables

$10,200

H 14 in W 66 in D 40 in

Vintage free form coffee tables

Located in Houston, TX

Pair of oak, metal leg vintage coffee tables from the 1950's. These nestle in together to create a lovely organic amoebic shape. The wood is in great condition and is a nice warm oak...

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Vintage 1950s French Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Free Form French Modern Coffee Table

$4,000

H 14.5 in W 25.25 in D 20.5 in

Free Form French Modern Coffee Table

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a beautifully crafted solid wood coffee table in the style of the modern french masters. This is a petite table that can be paired with one of our stools or another coffee ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Coc...

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Teak

Studio Style Free Form Coffee Table

$1,500

H 17.25 in Dm 36 in

Studio Style Free Form Coffee Table

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Unique free- form coffee table featuring a collage-top made up of off-cuts.

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

Materials

Wood

Free-form solid oak coffee table, France, 1950s

$6,062

H 16.54 in W 74.81 in D 33.86 in

Free-form solid oak coffee table, France, 1950s

By Charlotte Perriand

Located in LYON, FR

Maison Lecan presents this sublime free-form solid oak coffee table, France, 1950s.

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

Materials

Oak

Custom Size Karl Springer Free Form Coffee Table

$45,000

H 16.75 in W 70 in D 53 in

Custom Size Karl Springer Free Form Coffee Table

By Karl Springer

Located in Palm Desert, CA

A striking and rare example of Karl Springer's late-period work, this sculptural Free Form coffee table, circa 1991, exemplifies his mastery of luxurious materials and organic modern...

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1990s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Marble, Brass

Large Free Form Coffee Table in Silver Travertine Finish

$2,728 / item

H 15.75 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in

Large Free Form Coffee Table in Silver Travertine Finish

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This large free-form coffee table is a sculptural furniture piece made from silver travertine.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Travertine

Small Free Form Coffee Table in Silver Travertine Finish

$2,728 / item

H 13.78 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in

Small Free Form Coffee Table in Silver Travertine Finish

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

This small free-form coffee table is a sculptural furniture piece made from silver travertine.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Travertine

C. 1960s Burled Redwood Free-Form Coffee Table 24x60"

$10,000

H 16 in W 24 in D 60 in

C. 1960s Burled Redwood Free-Form Coffee Table 24x60"

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Free-Form Coffee Table that was produced in the 1960s.

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Vintage 1960s North American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Modernist Free-Form Brass Coffee Table, Karl Springer Style

$2,360Sale Price|20% Off

H 15 in W 36 in D 24.5 in

Modernist Free-Form Brass Coffee Table, Karl Springer Style

Located in Pasadena, CA

This is a striking modernist solid brass amorphous-form coffee table. The coffee table dates to the 1980's and is reminiscent of Karl Springer designs. Although the table is unmarked...

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Vintage 1980s Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

"Free-form" coffee table in solid elm, France 1970

$2,669

H 17.33 in W 47.64 in D 27.56 in

"Free-form" coffee table in solid elm, France 1970

Located in LYON, FR

More than just a table, this is a slice of nature frozen in time. A stunning example of the 1970s French "Organic Modern" movement, this piece rejects straight lines in favor of natu...

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Vintage 1970s French Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Elm

1980s Free-form Organic Live Edge Teak Coffee Table

$2,895

H 16 in W 40 in D 28 in

1980s Free-form Organic Live Edge Teak Coffee Table

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, live edge, free form coffee table you could hope to find. In original and unfinished condition.

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Vintage 1980s Philippine Rustic Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Teak

Beautiful Three-Legged Massive Walnut Free Edge Coffee Table

$1,600

H 20.08 in W 47.25 in D 20.48 in

Beautiful Three-Legged Massive Walnut Free Edge Coffee Table

Located in Munich, DE

Three-Legged Massive walnut free edge coffee table from 1950. Very nice condition and wonderful grain.

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

American Contemporary Studio Crafted Free Edge Large Coffee Table

$14,500

H 17 in W 78 in D 48 in

American Contemporary Studio Crafted Free Edge Large Coffee Table

Located in Bellport, NY

Studio handcrafted, free edge coffee table in bookmatched walnut wood.

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21st Century and Contemporary American American Craftsman Coffee and Coc...

Materials

Walnut

Bovenkamp Coffee Table, Formica & Wood, Free Form Design, France, 1950

$2,797

H 17.33 in W 46.46 in D 29.93 in

Bovenkamp Coffee Table, Formica & Wood, Free Form Design, France, 1950

By Bovenkamp

Located in Barcelona, ES

Elevate your living space with the timeless elegance of the Bovenkamp Coffee Table, designed circa 1950. This exceptional piece features a captivating free form shape that adds a tou...

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

Materials

Formica, Wood

1970s Rare Biomorphic Free Form Wood Sculptural Coffee Table

$13,950

H 16 in W 40 in D 28 in

1970s Rare Biomorphic Free Form Wood Sculptural Coffee Table

By Karl Springer

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, coffee table you could hope to find. This is an ultra-rare opportunity to acquire what is, unequivocally, the best of the best,...

Category

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

Materials

Laminate, Wood

Organic Redwood Free Edge Coffee Table Mid-century Modern

$2,800

H 16 in W 47 in D 36 in

Organic Redwood Free Edge Coffee Table Mid-century Modern

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Wonderful organic redwood thick slab coffee table. Adds fabulous organic texture to just about any style room. We have had one in our own home for years and love it with all my sup...

Category

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

Materials

Wood

Modernist Free-Edge Figured Walnut Coffee Table, Griff Logan

$3,200

H 20.75 in W 50 in D 32.5 in

Modernist Free-Edge Figured Walnut Coffee Table, Griff Logan

By Griff Logan

Located in Buffalo, NY

Figured walnut modernist table Griff Logan exhibits: 2013 Arts Council For Wyoming County, Perry, NY, “Local Color” 2007–present Ashwood Artisans, East Aurora, NY Education: 19...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Coc...

Materials

Walnut

Free Form Organic Designer Coffee Table In Aged Plaster Finish

$7,500 / item

H 16.54 in W 55.91 in D 52.37 in

Free Form Organic Designer Coffee Table In Aged Plaster Finish

By Albino Miranda

Located in New York, NY

A contemporary addition to your living space, this piece radiates the beauty of nature and serves a practical purpose. The coffee table features a captivating organic shape that draw...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail T...

Materials

Marble

1960s Biomorphic Free Form Black and Blue Tile Coffee Table

$3,795

H 18 in W 50 in D 30 in

1960s Biomorphic Free Form Black and Blue Tile Coffee Table

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, painted biomorphic coffee table you could hope to find. In original and unfinished condition. Outstanding design is ex...

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Iron

Sublime Mid Century Italian Octagonal Coffee / Cocktail Table *Free Delivery

$3,206

H 15.56 in W 30.52 in D 30.52 in

Sublime Mid Century Italian Octagonal Coffee / Cocktail Table *Free Delivery

By Midcentury Italian school

Located in Portlaoise, IE

A stunning original octagonal mid century Italian coffee/cocktail table dating from the 1950's and a piece that we sourced from a private collection in the beautiful city of Milan.

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

Materials

Hardwood, Paint

Stylish Mid Century Italian Coffee Table *With Free International Delivery

$1,742

H 16.54 in W 44.89 in D 19.1 in

Stylish Mid Century Italian Coffee Table *With Free International Delivery

By Midcentury Italian school

Located in Portlaoise, IE

An unusual yet super stylish original mid century Italian coffee table. Dating from the 1950’s and sourced in Turin from a private collector this piece is presented in excellent unto...

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

Materials

Iron

Unique Vincent Poujardieu Free Form Oak Wood Coffee Table 1992

$17,487

H 14.18 in W 58.67 in D 28.75 in

Unique Vincent Poujardieu Free Form Oak Wood Coffee Table 1992

By Vincent Poujardieu

Located in Paris, IDF

This beautiful coffee table designed and produced by Vincent Poujardieu in the early 1990s is sure to add an element of French flair to any living room. This is a unique piece, speci...

Category

1990s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Free-form coffee table in solid wood, Charlotte Perriand tripod style

$3,788

H 19.49 in W 49.61 in D 33.08 in

Free-form coffee table in solid wood, Charlotte Perriand tripod style

Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

French tripod coffee table, free-form solid wood in the style of Charlotte Perriand's work.

Category

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

Materials

Wood

Free Form Brutalist Coffee Table, Wood, Wabi Sabi Style, Circa 1960

$652

H 20.48 in W 31.89 in D 26.38 in

Free Form Brutalist Coffee Table, Wood, Wabi Sabi Style, Circa 1960

Located in Linkebeek, BE

Free Form Brutalist Coffee table Wabi Sabi Style - Decoration - Brutalist Measures : 81x67cm H:52cm Weight : ~8kg

Category

20th Century Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Mexican Modern Free Edge Sabino Wood and Iron Coffee / Cocktail Table

$12,800

H 15 in W 38 in D 32 in

Mexican Modern Free Edge Sabino Wood and Iron Coffee / Cocktail Table

Located in Queens, NY

Mexican Modern coffee table with a sabino wood top with natural free edge supported on three angled wrought iron legs ending in bronze ball feet.

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20th Century Spanish Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal, Iron, Brass

One of a Kind 1970s American Studio Free Form Coffee Table

$5,770

H 15.36 in W 21.66 in D 14.18 in

One of a Kind 1970s American Studio Free Form Coffee Table

Located in Berlin, DE

One-of-a-kind 1970s American studio free-form coffee table, sourced in California. Crafted entirely from solid walnut, the table features an organic oval top with an elongated oval...

Category

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

Materials

Walnut

Superb Mid Century Modern Danish Extending Coffee Table *FREE WORLDWIDE DELIVERY

$5,770

H 17.72 in W 70.87 in D 23.63 in

Superb Mid Century Modern Danish Extending Coffee Table *FREE WORLDWIDE DELIVERY

By France & Daverkosen

Located in Portlaoise, IE

This elegant mid-century modern extending coffee table was crafted circa 1960 by the esteemed Danish manufacturer France & Daverkosen. Beautifully constructed in rich, warm teak, the...

Category

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

Materials

Formica, Teak

Mid Century Free Edge Coffee Table by Roy Sheldon Dated 1957

$2,900

H 17.5 in W 56.25 in D 18 in

Mid Century Free Edge Coffee Table by Roy Sheldon Dated 1957

By Roy Sheldon

Located in New York, NY

Wonderful free, or live, edge coffee table by noted woodworker, furniture maker Roy Sheldon.

Category

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

Materials

Wood

Extraordinary Juliette Derel Attr. Free-Form Colorful Tile Top Coffee Table

$8,500

H 16 in W 58 in D 34.5 in

Extraordinary Juliette Derel Attr. Free-Form Colorful Tile Top Coffee Table

By Juliette Derel

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Pictures cannot describe the way this table presents in person. Attributed to French craftswoman Juliette Derel, this table follows her innovation in form and materials. With a shape...

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Tommi Parzinger Mid Century Free Form Mahogany and Brass Curved Coffee Table

$12,995

H 17.25 in W 49.5 in D 25.5 in

Tommi Parzinger Mid Century Free Form Mahogany and Brass Curved Coffee Table

By Tommi Parzinger

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Tommi Parzinger Mid Century Free Form Mahogany and Brass Curved Coffee Table This coffee table measures: 49.5 wide x 25.5 deep x 17.25 inches high Fair Vintage Condition - Table is...

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

Materials

Brass

Free-Form Woven Wicker and Metal Coffee Table by Raoul Guys, 1950s

$1,300

H 16.54 in W 17.33 in D 23.63 in

Free-Form Woven Wicker and Metal Coffee Table by Raoul Guys, 1950s

By Raoul Guys

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Free-form woven wicker and metal table with integrated magazine rack. Designed by Raoul Guys, 1950s. This sculptural table combines hand-woven wicker with a metal structure, featurin...

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Brutalist Free Form Burlwood Root Coffee Table with Custom Cut Glass Top

$959Sale Price|52% Off

H 16 in W 34 in D 48 in

Brutalist Free Form Burlwood Root Coffee Table with Custom Cut Glass Top

By Phillips

Located in East Freetown, MA

Burl wood free form root coffee table with custom cut kidney shaped glass top.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Free Form Coffee Table Ft. 3 Layered Tops In Estremoz Marble & Brass

$15,500 / item

H 14.97 in W 60.24 in D 36.62 in

Free Form Coffee Table Ft. 3 Layered Tops In Estremoz Marble & Brass

Located in New York, NY

This exceptional coffee table is defined by its clean yet distinctive combination of elements. Its refined elegance comes from the thoughtful architecture of its brass base and a uni...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

Free-Form Decorated 1950s Uncommon Coffee Table, Gio Ponti & De Poli Attributed

$11,425

H 17.33 in W 39.38 in D 19.69 in

Free-Form Decorated 1950s Uncommon Coffee Table, Gio Ponti & De Poli Attributed

Located in Vigonza, Padua

Free-form artistic decorated 1950s coffee table Gio Ponti & De Poli attributed, all solid mahogany wood, with the top decorated and lacquered with "Verykote" treatment Measures cm: H...

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

Materials

Beech

Danish Mid Century Wooden Free Form Coffee Sofa Table in Oak Produced, 1960s

$3,322

H 23.63 in W 60.63 in D 28.75 in

Danish Mid Century Wooden Free Form Coffee Sofa Table in Oak Produced, 1960s

Located in Stockholm, SE

A rare three legged Danish mid century free form shaped wooden coffee / console table in oak produced in Denmark by an anonymous cabinetmaker, 1960s.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Oak

A TRIPOD Free-Form BRUTALIST RUSTIC MID-CENTURY-MODERN COFFEE TABLE, France 1950

$6,994

H 16.15 in W 19.69 in D 59.45 in

A TRIPOD Free-Form BRUTALIST RUSTIC MID-CENTURY-MODERN COFFEE TABLE, France 1950

By George Nakashima

Located in PARIS, FR

A large free-form coffee table in the spirit of George Nakashima.

Category

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

Materials

Wood

Custom Made Free Form Coffee Table Set Of 3 In Aged Brass

$9,015 / set

H 13.78 in W 32.29 in D 21.26 in

Custom Made Free Form Coffee Table Set Of 3 In Aged Brass

By Albino Miranda

Located in New York, NY

This set of three contemporary low tables draws inspiration from the natural beauty of tree trunk cross-sections. Each table is uniquely crafted from resin, reinforced with fiberglas...

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Silver Leaf

Karl Springer Attr Free Form Postmodern Amoeba Coffee Table Chrome & Black Glass

$25,000

H 16.5 in W 72 in D 40.5 in

Karl Springer Attr Free Form Postmodern Amoeba Coffee Table Chrome & Black Glass

By Karl Springer

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Attributed to Karl Springer, this piece was made in the 1980s in the US. Dynamic and dramatic, it is sure to be the statement piece in your home. Built on a frame of square steel, th...

Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel, Chrome

In The Style Of T.H. Robsjohn- Gibbings Free Form "Cloud" Coffee Table

$2,295

H 16.5 in W 48 in D 38.5 in

In The Style Of T.H. Robsjohn- Gibbings Free Form "Cloud" Coffee Table

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in Bridgeport, CT

In the style of the noted Mid Century designer with a free form white lacquered top raised on white tapering cylindrical legs. Custom lacquered in a crisp White. Dimensions: 48" L ...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Coffee Table 'or Side' Ceramic Top & S Steel by Hannelore Freer and Filipe Ramos

$825Sale Price|70% Off

H 18 in Dm 22 in

Coffee Table 'or Side' Ceramic Top & S Steel by Hannelore Freer and Filipe Ramos

By Filipe Ramos

Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo

The Linha collection coffee table is a prototype exhibited at the 2021 Launchpad by WantedDesign shown during the NYCxDesign Week in Manhattan, NY.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail T...

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Rustic Handcrafted Free Form Live Edge Slab Burl Redwood Very Large Coffee Table

$4,995

H 15 in W 81 in D 48 in

Rustic Handcrafted Free Form Live Edge Slab Burl Redwood Very Large Coffee Table

Located in Topeka, KS

Fabulous vintage rustic handcrafted free form live edge solid slab burl redwood exceptionally large coffee table.

Category

20th Century American Rustic Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Custom Made Free Form Coffee Table Set Of 3 In Silver Leaf Finish

$9,015 / set

H 13.78 in W 32.29 in D 21.26 in

Custom Made Free Form Coffee Table Set Of 3 In Silver Leaf Finish

By Albino Miranda

Located in New York, NY

This set of three contemporary low tables draws inspiration from the natural beauty of tree trunk cross-sections. Each table is uniquely crafted from resin, reinforced with fiberglas...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Silver Leaf

Exceptional Karl Springer Free Form Table Set, 1980's

$72,000 / set

H 19.75 in W 49 in D 33 in

Exceptional Karl Springer Free Form Table Set, 1980's

By Karl Springer

Located in Culver City, CA

Available right now we have an increasingly rare and sought after set of Karl Springer Free Form Coffee Tables. These tables are a fusion of luxury and avant-garde design, embodying ...

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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Paris Table, a Free-Form Steel Table, Blackened, by Vogel Studio

$11,658 / item

H 9.85 in W 31.5 in D 46.07 in

Paris Table, a Free-Form Steel Table, Blackened, by Vogel Studio

Located in Sarstedt, NI

Paris Table (Blackened) Small steel table 70kg, with a 8mm steel top that is carved by hand, beveled at the bottom and the legs are welded to the top. The surface is blackened to...

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21st Century and Contemporary German Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Organic Free Edge Burl Wood Side Table with Root Base

$1,850

H 14 in W 28 in D 21.5 in

Organic Free Edge Burl Wood Side Table with Root Base

Located in Atlanta, GA

Organic Free Edge Burl Wood Coffee Table with Root Base, American, circa 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Rare Free-Form Table by Sculptor Knut Hesterberg, Published

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H 17.33 in Dm 39.38 in

Rare Free-Form Table by Sculptor Knut Hesterberg, Published

By Knut Hesterberg

Located in bergen op zoom, NL

This beautiful and elegant free-form table by German sculptor Knut Hesterberg was produced by the German company, Ronald Schmidt, in very small numbers during the short period of 197...

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Vintage 1970s German Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass

Nice Mahogany Free Edge Table with Leather Wrapped Legs

$1,650

H 19.63 in W 32 in D 19.38 in

Nice Mahogany Free Edge Table with Leather Wrapped Legs

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A beautiful piece of old mahogany with sap wood free edge with two color strips of leather wrapped around the legs. We had found this beautiful table with legs that were too far gone...

Category

20th Century Unknown Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

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$1,890

H 18 in W 51 in D 28 in

Free edge cyprus slab table with iron legs , Classic Modernist Design

Located in Buffalo, NY

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

Materials

Wrought Iron

Scandinavian free-form northern pine table in the spirit of Charlotte Perriand

$2,564

H 18.12 in W 55.91 in D 31.5 in

Scandinavian free-form northern pine table in the spirit of Charlotte Perriand

By Charlotte Perriand

Located in Grenoble, FR

Free form table Sweden Free-form 1960s northern pine coffee table of Scandinavian origin.

Category

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

Materials

Pine

George Nakashima Slab Coffee Table

$58,500

H 13 in W 71 in D 29 in

George Nakashima Slab Coffee Table

By George Nakashima

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A George Nakashima Single Slab Coffee Table Expressive free-edged American Black Walnut Signed and dated 1967 Original Clients name available

Category

Vintage 1960s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Live Edge Slab Coffee Table

$1,150

H 18 in W 58 in D 24 in

Live Edge Slab Coffee Table

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Studio made free-edge rustic coffee table with durable high gloss polyurethane finish.

Category

20th Century American Rustic Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Rustic Adirondack Tree Trunk Section Coffee Table

$450

H 14 in W 25 in D 21 in

Rustic Adirondack Tree Trunk Section Coffee Table

Located in Queens, NY

American Country Rustic Adirondack-style (19th Century) tree trunk free form round coffee table supported on four tapered wooden legs.

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Antique 19th Century American Rustic Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Iron

Italian Modern Karl Springer Style Travertine Biomorphic Coffee Table

$7,650

H 15.5 in W 59.25 in D 31.82 in

Italian Modern Karl Springer Style Travertine Biomorphic Coffee Table

By Mario Bellini, Angelo Mangiarotti, Karl Springer, Romeo Rega

Located in Houston, TX

Italian Modern Karl Springer Style Travertine Free Form Coffee Table. Beautifully designed Italian Modern travertine free form or amoeba coffee table or cocktail table.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Travertine

Exceptional And Large Coffee Table, English Oak Burl, 1970s.

$10,258

H 14.57 in W 77.96 in D 27.96 in

Exceptional And Large Coffee Table, English Oak Burl, 1970s.

By George Nakashima

Located in ŁÓDŹ, PL

This exceptional free-form coffee table hails from England in the 1970s.

Category

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

Materials

Oak, Burl

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Azotea Free Form Amoeba Coffee Table

Unavailable

H 13 in W 53 in D 35 in

Azotea Free Form Amoeba Coffee Table

By AZOTEA, Esteban Caicedo Cortés

Located in Ciudad de México, MX

Made entirely of cedar wood in our workshop in Mexico City, our Amoeba coffee table was born as a tribute to the characteristic curves and spherical shapes of pre-Columbian art.

Category

2010s Mexican Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Coffee Table Free Form with Pocket

Unavailable

H 15 in W 72 in D 33 in

Coffee Table Free Form with Pocket

By Zelonky Studios

Located in Lakeville, CT

Fee Form Modern Coffee Table inspired by Nagoochi sculptures. This piece is made of quarter sawn ash, some lamination of solid stock lumber, shaped by hand in order to attain the pro...

Category

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Materials

Wood

Free form wavy coffee table - compact version

Unavailable

H 18 in W 51 in D 44 in

Free form wavy coffee table - compact version

Located in Los Angeles, CA

W51 D44 D27 H18 More compact version of our Free Form Coffee Table. Made from a white oak veneer for the major of the surface with solid walnut oak legs that come up through the su...

Category

2010s Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Italian Free Form Coffee Table, circa 1960

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H 17.33 in W 35.04 in D 19.69 in

Italian Free Form Coffee Table, circa 1960

Located in Megeve, FR

Italian free form coffee table, circa 1960. Excellent condition.

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Handcrafted ribbed free form coffee table - sold seperately

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H 15.5 in W 64 in D 31 in

Handcrafted ribbed free form coffee table - sold seperately

Located in Los Angeles, CA

W64 D31 D30 H15.5 Handcrafted free hand coffee tables in solid white oak. These features hand drawn surfaces patterns.

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2010s Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Oak

Charles Ramos Free-Form Coffee Table, circa 1950

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H 20.48 in W 21.26 in D 36.23 in

Charles Ramos Free-Form Coffee Table, circa 1950

By Charles Ramos

Located in Megeve, FR

Charles Ramos free-form coffee table, circa 1950. In excellent condition.

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Vintage 1960s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Etched Bronze Deep Red Lacquered Free Form Coffee Table

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H 17.72 in Dm 26.78 in

Etched Bronze Deep Red Lacquered Free Form Coffee Table

By Christian Krekels

Located in Brussels, BE

Etched bronze deep red lacquered free form coffee table.

Category

Vintage 1970s Belgian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Mid-Century Modern Free Form Organic Sculptural Coffee Table

Unavailable

H 16 in W 66 in D 24 in

Mid-Century Modern Free Form Organic Sculptural Coffee Table

Located in Miami, FL

Very sculptural COFEE table from the 1960,s , The top has a hi -gloss coat covering a beautiful grain. This free form shape will make an excellent addition to a modern , minimalist ...

Category

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

Materials

Resin, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Free-Form Lucite Coffee Table

Unavailable

H 16 in W 26 in D 14 in

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Free-Form Lucite Coffee Table

Located in Miami, FL

Molded clear lucite 3/8 thick . No glass base only .

Category

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

Materials

Lucite

Maitland Smith Tessellated Stone Free Form Glass Top Coffee Table

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H 17.33 in W 37.01 in D 37.01 in

Maitland Smith Tessellated Stone Free Form Glass Top Coffee Table

By Maitland Smith

Located in Tourcoing, FR

Hollywood Regency 1980s design coffee table with stone marquetry finely made: the entire structure of the table is dressed with travertine pieces marquetry, polished finishes, living...

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Karl Springer Style Custom Free Form Cut Out Design Coffee Table

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Karl Springer Style Custom Free Form Cut Out Design Coffee Table

By Karl Springer

Located in Mount Penn, PA

A 1970's Free Form Highly Polished Steel and Black Glass Top Coffee Table.

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Jacques Adnet Coffee Table Slate Stone Top French Midcentury FREE SHIPPING

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By Jacques Adnet

Located in France, FR

Jacques Adnet stone top coffee tableble French midcentury Variegated textured ardoise stone slate top lovely colors Metal base with superb patina Very heavy.

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Flair Edition Free-Form Low Coffee Table in Natural Brass, Italy, 2021

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Flair Edition Free-Form Low Coffee Table in Natural Brass, Italy, 2021

By Flair Florence

Located in Firenze, IT

Part of the Flair Edition and crafted by local artisans in natural unvarnished brass, this gives the piece a vintage patina that is the main characteristic of the collection. Coffee ...

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Flair Edition Free-Form High Coffee Table in Natural Brass, Italy, 2021

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Flair Edition Free-Form High Coffee Table in Natural Brass, Italy, 2021

Located in Firenze, IT

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Carved Dragon Coffee Table Mid Century French Colonial Glass Top c1970 FREE SHIP

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H 24.02 in W 44.69 in D 25.2 in

Carved Dragon Coffee Table Mid Century French Colonial Glass Top c1970 FREE SHIP

Located in France, FR

Carved Dragon Coffee Table Mid Century French Colonial Smoked Glass Top Hand carved c1970 Refectory style Very heavy FREE SHIPPING options

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Glass, Wood

Beautiful Italian Free-Form Cocktail Table, circa 1960

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Beautiful Italian Free-Form Cocktail Table, circa 1960

Located in Megeve, FR

Beautiful Italian free-form cocktail table, circa 1960. The top has been refited.

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Biomorphic Free Form Cocktail Table In The Style Of Fabry

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H 16 in W 53 in D 39 in

Biomorphic Free Form Cocktail Table In The Style Of Fabry

Located in Bedford, NY

SOLID WALNUT WOOD BIOMORPHIC DESIGN COCKTAIL TABLE. REVERSE PAINTED GLASS INSERT OF LOTIS FLOWERS BY Solid walnut wood Biomorphic design cocktail table with reverse painted glass ...

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Vintage 1950s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Walnut

Hand-Painted Occasional Table with Inset Glass Top - FREE LOCAL DELIVERY

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H 29.5 in W 29.5 in D 29.5 in

Hand-Painted Occasional Table with Inset Glass Top - FREE LOCAL DELIVERY

Located in Dallas, TX

Hand-painted occasional table in distressed ivory with scrolling ebony accents, featuring a glass top. Created by the artisans of Italy.

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Late 20th Century Italian Other Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood, Paint

Coffee Table by Maurice Pré, 1950

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H 15.75 in W 43.31 in D 34.26 in

Coffee Table by Maurice Pré, 1950

By Maurice Pré

Located in Toulouse, France

A lovely free-form coffee table with a top in blackened ash and a base in light ash.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Ash

Minguren I Coffee Table by George Nakashima

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H 15 in W 69 in D 24 in

Minguren I Coffee Table by George Nakashima

By George Nakashima

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Dramatic free-form American black walnut coffee table with rosewood butterfly

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Vintage 1970s American American Craftsman Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Black Solid Ash Coffee Table - om39 by mjiila

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H 14.97 in W 23.63 in D 63 in

Black Solid Ash Coffee Table - om39 by mjiila

By Olivier Moravik

Located in PARIS, FR

Black stained & brushed ash coffee table. His free oval top and feet shape offer a soft and warm design.

Category

2010s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Ash

Teak Coffee Table with Glass Magazine Shelve Underneath

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H 19.69 in W 45.67 in D 22.05 in

Teak Coffee Table with Glass Magazine Shelve Underneath

Located in 's Heer Arendskerke, NL

Beautiful but rare free-form coffee table in teak. Under the top is in the same shape as the top a glass Magazine or storage shelve.

Category

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

Materials

Glass, Teak

Postmodern Sculptural Coffee Table by Maurizio Salvato for Saporiti

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H 14.18 in W 61.03 in D 68.12 in

Postmodern Sculptural Coffee Table by Maurizio Salvato for Saporiti

By Saporiti

Located in TOLLEBEEK, NL

Free form unique coffee table designed by Maurizio Salvato in 1980’s and produced by Saporiti Italia.

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Vintage Oval Coffee Table - Natural and White Botanical Theme

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H 16 in W 44.75 in D 27 in

Vintage Oval Coffee Table - Natural and White Botanical Theme

Located in Munster, IN

Whimsical and free, this vintage coffee table has never looked more fabulous.

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Late 20th Century Unknown Aesthetic Movement Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Midcentury Modular Abacus Sofa and Coffee Table by Terence Conran

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H 31.89 in W 84.26 in D 27.96 in

Midcentury Modular Abacus Sofa and Coffee Table by Terence Conran

By Sir Terence Conran

Located in South Shields, Tyne and Wear

Midcentury Design - Mid-Century Modern 2-seat sofa with free standing coffee table - Made in the UK by Conran Contracts - Designed by Sir Terence Conran - Featuring a recently...

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Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Picasso Contemporary Coffee Table with Glass and Brass

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Picasso Contemporary Coffee Table with Glass and Brass

By Troy Smith Studio

Located in Firenze, IT

Picasso and his abstract paintings inspired the coffee table. 50 free hand drawings were done before the perfect glass top was perfected.

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2010s Italian Other Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Free Form Coffee Table

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H 17.5 in W 54 in D 38 in

Free Form Coffee Table

By Paul Evans, Silas Seandel

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Free From Coffee Table.

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Vintage 1970s American Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Free Form Coffee Table

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H 18 in W 78 in D 54 in

Free Form Coffee Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

#47-104 One large piece of cross cut conacaste(tropical hardwood) wood in great heart shape atop a conacaste x base. Beautiful two tone coloring. Natural finish. 78x54x18H

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20th Century Guatemalan Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Free Form Wood Coffee Table

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H 18.5 in W 63 in D 55 in

Free Form Wood Coffee Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful organic shape, free form coffee table made from cross cut conacaste wood atop a conacaste wood cross base.

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20th Century Guatemalan Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Unusual Free Form Coffee Table

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H 11.5 in W 49 in D 42 in

Unusual Free Form Coffee Table

Located in Long Island City, NY

French Unusual wooden Top Coffee Table with 4 Chromed Tubular Legs

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20th Century French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Studio Free Edge Coffee Table

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H 17 in W 56.5 in D 26 in

Studio Free Edge Coffee Table

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Hand made & signed tree tree slab coffee table/bench. Please confirm item location (NY or NJ) with dealer.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Rustic Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Free-Form Wood Coffee Table

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H 17 in W 53 in D 43 in

Free-Form Wood Coffee Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful cross cut Albezia wood in an organic shape with inset bronze mariposas (butterflies) with wooden legs. Can be cut lower if needed.

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20th Century Guatemalan Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Free-Form Wood Coffee Table

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H 17 in W 53 in D 43 in

Free-Form Wood Coffee Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful cross cut Albezia wood in an organic shape with inset bronze mariposas (butterflies) with wooden legs. Can be cut lower if needed.

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20th Century Guatemalan Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Mahogany Free Form Coffee Table 1980

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H 17.33 in W 57.09 in D 35.44 in

Mahogany Free Form Coffee Table 1980

By George Nakashima

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Mahogany free form Coffee table From 1980.

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

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Wood

Free Form Coffee Table in Goatskin

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Free Form Coffee Table in Goatskin

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Free form coffee table covered in lacquered goatskin with thin edge brass base in the manner of Karl Springer, American 1970's

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Free Edge Coffee Table After Nakashima

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Free Edge Coffee Table After Nakashima

By George Nakashima

Located in New York, NY

Free edge organic modern coffee table after Nakashima.

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Silas Seandel Free Form Coffee Tables

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Silas Seandel Free Form Coffee Tables

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair of Silas Seandel Free Form Coffee Tables. Signed and dated 1982 Brushed and enameled steel on wheels price is for the pair Large table 16"h x 36" x 30" Smaller table 16" x ...

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Late 20th Century American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Solid Wood Coffe Table, Free Form

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H 18.12 in W 56.7 in D 34.65 in

Solid Wood Coffe Table, Free Form

By Charlotte Perriand

Located in Paris, FR

Solid wood coffe table, free form in the style of Charlotte Perriand, 1970s.

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Late 20th Century French French Provincial Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Large Free Form Travertine Coffee Table

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H 18 in W 77 in D 23.5 in

Large Free Form Travertine Coffee Table

Located in New York, NY

Wonderful large Free form Travertine coffee table. This spectacular piece of two inch thick Travertine with a raw edge has a slight polished sealed finish and is supported by two ste...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

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Free Form Shaped Coffee Table, 1950s

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H 14.97 in W 42.52 in D 14.57 in

Free Form Shaped Coffee Table, 1950s

Located in Antwerpen, Antwerp

Beautiful handcrafted kidney shaped coffee table made in the 1950s. This elegant mid century coffee table has three solid triangular wood legs and is made in pear wood, a strong but ...

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

Materials

Wood

Free Form Solid Elm Coffee Table

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H 15.36 in W 23.23 in D 45.28 in

Free Form Solid Elm Coffee Table

Located in PARIS, FR

Solid elm coffee table in freeform style from the 1980s. Very good condition. LP337

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Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Elm

A Free Formed Marble Coffee Table

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A Free Formed Marble Coffee Table

Located in North Miami, FL

A great coffee table of marble. Topis beautifully colored and shaded marble. Unusual top having a nature stone edge.

Category

Late 20th Century American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Gary Mayse Free Edge Coffee Table

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H 17 in W 51.5 in L 17 in

Gary Mayse Free Edge Coffee Table

By Gary Mayse

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Gary Mayse beautiful ambrosia maple table with walnut legs. Tabletop has two walnut butterflies placed. Freeform edge on sides with tree edge showing in the middle and both sides. Co...

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2010s American Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Maple, Walnut

Studio Crafted Free-Edge Coffee Table

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H 17 in W 56 in D 28 in

Studio Crafted Free-Edge Coffee Table

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Hand made rustic style free-edge table. Please confirm item location (NY or NJ) with dealer.

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Late 20th Century American Rustic Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Free Form Tile Top Coffee Table

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H 15.5 in W 54 in D 41 in

Free Form Tile Top Coffee Table

Located in North Miami, FL

A free form table inset with various shades of born colored tile. Base has a simple simple design in the Kagen style and compliments the detailed top.

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Vintage 1950s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood

Free Form Coffee Table by Karl Springer

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H 15 in W 49 in D 35 in

Free Form Coffee Table by Karl Springer

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

"Free Form Coffee Table" in polished steel with black glass top by Karl Springer, American 1970's This is an iconic Springer coffee table

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Vintage 1970s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Flowing Free-Form Marble 1970s Coffee Table

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Flowing Free-Form Marble 1970s Coffee Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Flowing free-form marble 1970s coffee table.

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Vintage 1970s American Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Marble

Free form coffee table by Karl Springer

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H 16.75 in W 54 in D 26.5 in

Free form coffee table by Karl Springer

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Free form coffee table by Karl Springer. Rare iconic design.

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Vintage 1970s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Brass

GLASS AND LUCITE FREE FORM COFFEE TABLE

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H 14.5 in W 66 in

GLASS AND LUCITE FREE FORM COFFEE TABLE

Located in Los Angeles, CA

FREE FORM CLEAR GLASS COFFEE TABLE TOP WITH GREEN AND BLUE LUCITE LEGS

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Late 20th Century American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Glass, Lucite

A Free Form Karl Springer Coffee Table

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H 14 in W 49 in

A Free Form Karl Springer Coffee Table

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

A custom, free form, coffee table by Karl Springer, signed.

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Vintage 1970s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Goatskin

Sculptural Free-Form Marble Long Coffee Table

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H 17.5 in W 56 in D 22.5 in

Sculptural Free-Form Marble Long Coffee Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Sculptural free-form marble long coffee table. Chic organic design.

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Vintage 1970s American Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Marble

Johannes Andersen Free Form Rosewood Coffee Table

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H 19.69 in W 63 in D 29.53 in

Johannes Andersen Free Form Rosewood Coffee Table

By CFC Silkeborg, Johannes Andersen

Located in Hamburg, PA

A rosewood three legged free form coffee table made by Silkeborg. Johannes Andersen is one of the more important and successful Danish designers of the mid-century era.

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

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Rosewood

Free-Form Coffee Tables by Karl Springer

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Free-Form Coffee Tables by Karl Springer

By Karl Springer

Located in Chicago, IL

"Free-form coffee table" by Karl Springer, circa 1980s.

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

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Stainless Steel

Vintage Set of Free-Form Coffee Tables

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H 15.25 in W 47 in D 30 in

Vintage Set of Free-Form Coffee Tables

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Located in Miami, FL

A vintage set of free-form coffee tables, newly lacquered in canary yellow.

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Karl Springer "Free Form Coffee Table" 2002

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H 16.5 in W 46 in D 26 in

Karl Springer "Free Form Coffee Table" 2002

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Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

"Free Form Coffee Table" in polished stainless steel with black glass top by Karl Springer, American.

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Harvey Probber Oversize Free-Form Coffee Table

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Harvey Probber Oversize Free-Form Coffee Table

By Harvey Probber

Located in Highland, IN

This fantastic, large-scale Probber coffee table with a free shape has terrific presence and a very pleasing form.

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

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Italy 1950's Free-Form Coffee Table

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Italy 1950's Free-Form Coffee Table

Located in New York, NY

ITALY, 1950’s An elegantly proportioned free form rectangular coffee table in stained wood, inset with a mirror-edged glass top and carved wood frame, supported by four delica...

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

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Wood

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Leather, Textile, Wool, Beech

Marco Zanuso "Square" Armchairs for Arflex, 1962, Set of 2

$13,600 / set

H 30.71 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in

Marco Zanuso "Square" Armchairs for Arflex, 1962, Set of 2

By Arflex, Marco Zanuso

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Marco Zanuso "Square" Armchairs for Arflex, camel velvet, Italy, 1962, set of two. The design of Marco Zanuso's "Square" armchairs, produced for Arflex in 1960s, reflects his commit...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Velvet

Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool

$1,750 / item

H 33 in W 18.5 in D 19 in

Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool

By Bertu Furniture

Located in Oak Harbor, OH

Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool This White Oak Chile Counter Stool is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The stool is chunky and modern...

Category

2010s American Modern Stools

Materials

Wood, Oak

LU Louis Sconce AS

$1,550 / item

H 10 in W 7 in D 7.875 in

LU Louis Sconce AS

By Lumfardo Luminaires

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Handsome LU Louis sconce AS. An all brass wall sconce in an aged silver finish with patterned perforations by Lumfardo Luminaires. Made contemporary in the US. Multiples available fo...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Wall Lights a...

Materials

Brass, Nickel

Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Hardwood round coffee table 1960's

$4,371

H 11.03 in Dm 45.28 in

Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Hardwood round coffee table 1960's

By Jorge Zalszupin, Percival Lafer, Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Den Haag, NL

Brazilian hardwood round coffee table 1960's made by unknown designer (in research) The table still has some original 1950's brazilian stamps and moving notes on the back. Please n...

Category

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

Materials

Hardwood

Custom French Plaster Chandelier in the Style of Jean-Charles Moreux

$22,000

H 23.75 in Dm 25 in

Custom French Plaster Chandelier in the Style of Jean-Charles Moreux

By Jean-Charles Moreux

Located in New York, NY

An Elegant and Timeless, Custom French Modern Neoclassical Plaster Chandelier / Pendant or Flush Mount Ceiling Light in the style of the French Mid-century architect-decorator Jean-C...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Swedish Designer, Wall Shelf, Pine, Sweden, 1960s

$4,900

H 15.25 in W 59 in D 9.75 in

Swedish Designer, Wall Shelf, Pine, Sweden, 1960s

Located in High Point, NC

A pine wall shelf or cabinet designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1960s. Currently missing wall mounting brackets. Will require professional installation.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Shelves

Materials

Pine

Pierre Chapo T23 Three Legged Side Table in Elm, Chapo Création, France, 2025

$4,313 / item

H 13 in W 25.6 in D 25.99 in

Pierre Chapo T23 Three Legged Side Table in Elm, Chapo Création, France, 2025

By Pierre Chapo, Chapo Creation

Located in The Hague, NL

This striking low side table is the model T23 designed by Pierre Chapo in 1960. The table is made of solid elm wood with a beautiful grain. The iconic design is composed of a triangu...

Category

2010s French Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Elm

Parchment, Brass and Glass Table Lamp by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires

$7,531 / item

H 39.38 in W 9.85 in D 31.5 in

Parchment, Brass and Glass Table Lamp by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires

By Diego Mardegan

Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF

Ventola table lamp by the artist Diego Mardegan exclusively for Glustin Luminaires. Beautiful two ways shade made of a brass structure, parchemin paper and waxed fabric hold by an...

Category

2010s Italian Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Giuseppe Rivadossi for Officina Rivadossi Bedroom Divider Wardrobe Walnut

$16,400

H 78.75 in W 70.87 in D 27.56 in

Giuseppe Rivadossi for Officina Rivadossi Bedroom Divider Wardrobe Walnut

By Officina Rivadossi, Giuseppe Rivadossi

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Giuseppe Rivadossi for Officina Rivadossi, bedroom divider or wardrobe unit, walnut, glass Italy, 1980s This exceptional piece by Italian sculptor and designer Giuseppe Rivadossi is...

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Marco Zanuso "Square" Armchair for Arflex, 1962

$6,800

H 30.71 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in

Marco Zanuso "Square" Armchair for Arflex, 1962

By Marco Zanuso, Arflex

Located in Lonigo, Veneto

Marco Zanuso "Square" Armchair for Arflex, camel velvet, Italy, 1962. The design of Marco Zanuso's "Square" armchair, produced for Arflex in 1960s, reflects his commitment to modern...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Armchairs

Materials

Velvet

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Free Coffee Table For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic free coffee table available at 1stDibs. A free coffee table — often made from wood, metal and walnut — can elevate any home. Find 199 options for an antique or vintage free coffee table now, or shop our selection of 10 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the free coffee table you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each free coffee table bearing Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Industrial hallmarks is very popular. A well-made free coffee table has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Karl Springer, Roy Sheldon and Adrian Pearsall are consistently popular.

How Much is a Free Coffee Table?

A free coffee table can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,775, while the lowest priced sells for $575 and the highest can go for as much as $125,000.

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.

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