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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.
- What does G in G Plan stand for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022G Plan furniture was produced by Donald Gomme, lead designer at E Gomme and was designed to be purchased piece-by-piece to accommodate smaller budgets. The name G Plan was created by Doris Gundry at an advertising agency and the name stuck. It’s assumed that the G references Gomme. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic G Plan pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
- Where is G Plan furniture made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022G Plan furniture is made in the United Kingdom. Skilled artisans craft each piece entirely by hand using many of the same techniques used to manufacture the brand's first pieces in the 1950s. On 1stDibs, find a variety of G Plan furniture.
- How can you tell genuine G Plan?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024To tell genuine G Plan, start by locating the maker's marking, which you'll usually find in an inconspicuous area on a piece of furniture. G Plan markings have evolved over the years, but you can find images of them on the pages of trusted online resources. If you know the approximate age of your piece, check to see if its mark matches the ones used on authentic G Plan furniture from that period. You can also compare the wording, font and other details of the mark to recognize any inconsistencies that may indicate your piece is a reproduction. If you need help authenticating your furniture, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can provide an expert opinion. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of G Plan furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell if furniture is a G-Plan, look on its back, base, drawer interiors and other inconspicuous areas for a maker's marking. Nearly all G-Plan furniture is marked. However, the British manufacturer has used many different marks over the years. Some pieces say “E. Gomme,” while others display “EG” or “G-Plan” markings. You can find images of G-Plan's many hallmarks and catalogues of its pieces on trusted online resources. If you need additional assistance with identifying your furniture, use the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Find a wide range of G-Plan furniture on 1stDibs.
- What does G Plan furniture mean?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The term G Plan furniture refers to a British furniture brand. The British manufacturer E Gomme Ltd of High Wycombe introduced it in 1953. Designer Donald Gomme intended for the line to allow people to fill their entire home with matching furniture by buying pieces one at a time. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of G Plan furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify a G Plan sideboard, look for the maker's mark. Nearly all pieces produced by the British maker are marked, but G Plan utilized different markings over the years. For example, pieces from the 1950s and ’60s often display a gold foil oval label emblazoned with the words "E Gomme, High Wycombe." You can find images of all G Plan labels and marks on trusted online resources. You can also ask a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer to help you with the identification process. Explore a wide range of G Plan sideboards on 1stDibs.
- Is G Plan solid wood or veneer?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Although pieces vary, most designs in the G-Plan range are solid wood. Specifically, the casegoods and tables produced during the mid-20th century were mostly solid teak with rosewood or leather used for handles. Find a range of G-Plan furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022G Plan furniture is mostly made from teak, which is praised for its durability and elegance. G Plan also uses rosewood, oak and mahogany in its designs. Shop a collection of G Plan furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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