Gem Coffee Table
2010s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Marble, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Other Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
PVC, Art Glass
21st Century and Contemporary American Other Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Other Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Other Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Other Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Other Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Other Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Brass
2010s European Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Marble
21st Century and Contemporary American Other Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Other Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Other Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Other Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Other Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary American Other Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Stainless Steel
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Brass
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Brass
2010s European Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Marble
2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Glass
Vintage 1970s Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Onyx
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Brass
2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Marble
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Ceramic, Walnut
2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Glass
2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Travertine, Marble
2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Travertine, Marble
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Glass, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Metal
2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Marble
2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Maple
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Rosewood
2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Teak
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Wood, Walnut
Early 2000s Unknown Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Stone, Marble
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Walnut
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Travertine
1990s Dutch Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Multi-gemstone, Concrete, Slate, Metal, Brass
Vintage 1980s Dutch Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Agate, Multi-gemstone, Slate, Brass
2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Travertine, Marble
2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Travertine, Marble
Vintage 1980s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Metal, Copper
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Bronze, Enamel, Pewter
1990s Dutch Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Agate, Multi-gemstone, Metal, Brass, Copper
Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Glass, Wood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Glass, Walnut
Vintage 1980s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Multi-gemstone, Concrete, Metal, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Brass, Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Brass
1990s Dutch Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Agate, Multi-gemstone, Concrete, Slate, Metal, Brass
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Wood
1990s Dutch Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Agate, Multi-gemstone, Concrete, Slate, Metal, Brass
20th Century Italian Louis XIV Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Giltwood, Glass
2010s American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Maple
2010s American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Walnut
Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Glass, Wood
2010s Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Marble
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How Much is a Gem Coffee Table?
- 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Typically, 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.
- Can a coffee table be too low?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024Yes, 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024No one knows for sure who invented the coffee table. The earliest examples of the occasional table can be traced back to Victorian-era Britain. At that time, makers like William Watt and Collinson and Lock were producing coffee tables in large quantities.
Notably, F. Stuart Foote, the designer behind the American Imperial Furniture Company, claimed to have invented the coffee table in the early 20th century. He stated that he did so by cutting down the legs of a dining table. However, it's unlikely that Foote is the actual inventor of the coffee table, as books describing coffee tables existed in the UK a decade before his birth in 1872.
Shop a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs. - Why is it called a coffee table?1 Answer1stDibs 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Yes, 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. - 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024The 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The 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.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022While both pieces are relatively new to the furniture world, the main difference between them are their shapes. A cocktail table is generally square or rectangular in shape, while a coffee table tends to be oval or circular in shape. You can shop a collection of furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Are glass coffee tables durable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Whether 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024How 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023To 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Yes, a coffee table should generally be lower than a couch. However, the top of the table should only be slightly lower than the couch to maintain a balanced look. A good rule of thumb is to choose a table no more than one inch shorter than your sofa's seat height. Explore a large collection of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Modern coffee tables tend to be low because they’re most commonly placed in front of couches and chairs. Historically, coffee tables were placed behind the couch which necessitated a taller table. Over time, as styles changed and coffee tables came to be positioned in front of couches, their heights were lowered to accommodate the modern arrangement. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage and contemporary coffee tables from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024The 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024The 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.