Why are console tables so low?

Console tables are not low. Typically, consoles are about the height of a desk but are much narrower. As a result, they work well against walls and can be used to hold lamps and decorative objects. While modern console tables commonly feature four legs, you can still find the two-legged variety, which is ideal for nestling behind the sofa. Some also feature shelves for display and storage space or cabinet doors and drawers for hiding clutter. Find vintage console tables on 1stDibs.

What are low tables called?

Low tables are usually called coffee tables. The name comes from the table height being designed to make it easy to place something, such as a cup of coffee, on the tabletop while seated on a sofa. Alternatively, people may refer to these low tables as cocktail tables. Explore a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

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.

Why are Japanese dining tables low?

The chabudai, or the short Japanese dining table makes the most of limited space by serving many functions in a Japanese home. They often feature collapsible legs so they can be stored. Diners sit on pillows on the floor, rather than chairs, again freeing up more space by not having bulky chairs. Shop a collection of Japanese furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Why are modern coffee tables so low?

Modern 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.

What is a console table used for?

Console tables serve a variety of functions. They can be used as buffets, storage units and display tables. Because they vary in size, you can use them for just about anything.

Why is it called a console table?

Why it is called a console table comes down to the history of this type of furnishing. The very first consoles produced in France during the 16th and 17th centuries were not freestanding. Instead, owners anchored them to walls. This anchoring method strengthened the console top, allowing it to support heavy loads. The name “console” comes from the French word "consolide," which means to reinforce or strengthen. It was likely chosen because of the anchoring system that lends strength to and reinforces consoles. Shop a diverse assortment of console tables on 1stDibs.

Is 12 inches too low for a coffee table?

No, 12 inches isn’t necessarily too low for a coffee table. For balance, choose a coffee table that is about two to four inches lower than the seat of the largest piece of furniture around it. Usually, this will be the sofa. If your sofa’s seat is 14 to 16 inches high, a 12-inch coffee table will likely be in proportion. Find an assortment of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

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

The difference between a buffet table and a console table comes down to size and storage features. Console tables are usually less deep than buffet tables, so they take up less space behind sofas and along walls. In addition, consoles are less likely to have cabinets and drawers than buffet tables, which are designed to store dinnerware and serveware in dining rooms. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of buffets and console tables.

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 sideboard and a console table?

The difference between a sideboard and a console table comes down to usage and storage features. Sideboards are usually found in dining rooms and have shelving concealed behind cabinet doors for storing dinnerware, glassware and serveware. Normally positioned in entryways, hallways and living rooms, console tables may have no storage features or include drawers, open shelves or cabinet doors, depending on their design. Find a large selection of console tables and sideboards on 1stDibs.

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

The main difference between a console and a sofa table is that a console can be placed anywhere in the home (against a wall in a hallway or under a television in the living room) and a sofa table is limited to being behind a sofa.

How wide should a console table be in an entryway?

In an entryway, a console table should typically be around 10 to 16 inches wide. Tables of this width should still allow plenty of clearance so people can easily walk by the table. You may see manufacturers refer to the width of consoles as depth. On 1stDibs, shop a range of console tables.

Should a console table be taller than a couch?

A console table should not be taller than a couch . Much like a sofa table, a console table is placed against the back of a sofa and should be the same height as the sofa.

Can you use a console table as a desk?

Because of their variety of sizes and range in function, console tables can easily work as a desk. Given their size and ease of mobility, a console table can be used in almost any sort of room.

How tall should a lamp be on a console table?

A lamp for a console table should be between 25 and 32 inches tall. The table lamp ’s shade shouldn’t exceed half the width of the console table.You’ll find that when it comes to arranging wall art , a decorator might suggest that the space on the wall above a console table is a great place for a large painting or a wall sculpture . In that case, you may wish to use a taller lamp for the table. If your table is smaller in scale or if you have a small mirror hanging on the wall above the console, you may wish to opt for a shorter lamp.Find vintage table lamps for sale on 1stDibs.

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Glas Italia KAZIMIR low table by Michael Anastassiades

$5,324 / item

Glas Italia KAZIMIR low table by Michael Anastassiades

By Michael Anastassiades, Glas Italia

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Collection of furniture comprising shelves, consoles, bookcase and low tables, completely made of a special 10 mm tempered green or extra-clear double-sided acid-etched glass.

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass

Glas Italia KAZIMIR low table by Michael Anastassiades

$5,640 / item

Glas Italia KAZIMIR low table by Michael Anastassiades

By Michael Anastassiades, Glas Italia

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Collection of furniture consisting of shelves, console and low table, completely made of a special 10 mm tempered double-sided green acid-etched glass, or, in 6+6 mm laminated doub...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass

Spanish Country Pine "Mobila " Side Table or Console with Two Drawers

$2,675

Spanish Country Pine "Mobila " Side Table or Console with Two Drawers

Located in Miami, FL

Spanish Country side table with drawer. Made of antique pine called "mobila", this table is very functional and you can use like a nightstands, sofa table, coffee table or low consol...

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Early 20th Century Spanish Country Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Opalia Low Table by Glas Italia - Bronze Glass by Patricia Urquiola

$2,121 / item

Opalia Low Table by Glas Italia - Bronze Glass by Patricia Urquiola

By Glas Italia, Patricia Urquiola

Located in Alcamo, IT

Part of the Opalia collection, which includes low tables, high tables, and consoles, each piece is crafted by fusing glass offcuts with special additives, creating irregular, bubble-...

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2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass

Opalia Low Table by Glas Italia - Transparent Glass by Patricia Urquiola

$2,121 / item

Opalia Low Table by Glas Italia - Transparent Glass by Patricia Urquiola

By Glas Italia, Patricia Urquiola

Located in Alcamo, IT

Part of the Opalia collection, which includes low tables, high tables, and consoles, each piece is crafted by fusing glass offcuts with special additives, creating irregular, bubble-...

Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass

Vintage Custom Architectural SOLID Metal Bar Bench

$450

Vintage Custom Architectural SOLID Metal Bar Bench

By Knoll, Florence Knoll

Located in Chicago, IL

The base alone could support a large piece of marble and possibly be used as a long architectural table base. Either a Low Console Table or a Coffee Table.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Metal

Opalia Low Table by Glas Italia - Extra-Clear Acid-Etched by Patricia Urquiola

$4,257 / item

Opalia Low Table by Glas Italia - Extra-Clear Acid-Etched by Patricia Urquiola

By Glas Italia, Patricia Urquiola

Located in Alcamo, IT

Part of the Opalia collection, which includes low tables, high tables, and consoles, this version is crafted in extra-clear acid-etched float glass, offering a softer, more diffused ...

Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass

Glas Italia REMIS Console by Patricia Urquiola

$9,002 / item

Glas Italia REMIS Console by Patricia Urquiola

By Patricia Urquiola, Glas Italia

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Collection composed by a low table and a console with a wooden structure completely covered by a mosaic of cast glass tiles in various and random colours.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Side Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Glas Italia OPALIA Table by Patricia Urquiola

$8,330 / item

Glas Italia OPALIA Table by Patricia Urquiola

By Patricia Urquiola, Glas Italia

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Collection of low tables, high tables and consoles: their components are made by fusing scraps of glass with special additives to obtain irregular glass masses, rich in bubbles and w...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tables

Materials

Glass

Glas Italia BISEL Table in multichromatic glass by Patricia Urquiola

$9,350 / item

Glas Italia BISEL Table in multichromatic glass by Patricia Urquiola

By Patricia Urquiola, Glas Italia

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Collection Collection of high tables, low tables and console, made in multi-layered and multichromatic glass, created by laminating five slabs of 5mm extralight glass each with a dif...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tables

Materials

Glass

Vintage MCM Heywood Wakefield Wide Table

$1,550

Vintage MCM Heywood Wakefield Wide Table

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Ideally proportioned for use as a bedside table, a low console in a hallway, or a convenient drink table alongside a favorite reading chair, it measures 28” wide, 15” deep, and 21” t...

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Spanish Country Pine Side Table with Drawer

$1,360Sale Price|20% Off

Spanish Country Pine Side Table with Drawer

Located in Miami, FL

Spanish Country side table with drawer. Made of antique pine called "mobila", this table is very functional and you can use like a nightstands, sofa table, coffee table or low consol...

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Early 20th Century Spanish Country Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Brass Cylinder Dining Table

$7,716

Brass Cylinder Dining Table

Located in London, GB

An elongated oval glass top appears to float above two cylindrical brass pedestal bases, creating a balanced silhouette that reads equally as a cocktail table, low console, or statem...

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

Jan de Jong praying benches Pauluskerk Uden 1966

$3,819 / item

Jan de Jong praying benches Pauluskerk Uden 1966

By Jan de Jong

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

For example, they could be customized into wall-mounted desks or low console tables, preserving their form while giving them a practical contemporary function.

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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Iron

Spanish Country Pine "Mobila " Side Table with Drawer

$2,380

Spanish Country Pine "Mobila " Side Table with Drawer

Located in Miami, FL

Spanish Country side table with drawer. Made of antique pine called "mobila", this table is very functional and you can use like a nightstands, sofa table, coffee table or low consol...

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Country Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Spanish Country Pine "Mobila " Side Table with Drawer

$1,875

Spanish Country Pine "Mobila " Side Table with Drawer

Located in Miami, FL

Spanish Country side table with drawer. Made of antique pine called "mobila", this table is very functional and you can use like a nightstands, sofa table, coffee table or low consol...

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Country Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century French Oak Side Table or Worktable, 1920s

$2,170

Early 20th Century French Oak Side Table or Worktable, 1920s

Located in Miami, FL

Early 20th Century French Walnut Side Table or Worktable, 1920s. Made of antique oak in dark colour, this table is very functional and you can use like a nightstands, sofa table, cof...

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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Side Tables

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Oak

BISEL Side Table, by Patricia Urquiola for Glas Italia

$3,997 / item

BISEL Side Table, by Patricia Urquiola for Glas Italia

By Patricia Urquiola, Glas Italia

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Collection of high tables, low tables and console, made in multi-layered and multichromatic glass, created by laminating five slabs of 5mm extralight glass each with a different colo...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Glass

Mid Century Carved Solid Oak Side Table / Bench by a Danish Cabinetmaker, 1979

$1,480

Mid Century Carved Solid Oak Side Table / Bench by a Danish Cabinetmaker, 1979

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Odense, DK

Versatile in use, this piece can function as a bench, side table, or low console, making it suitable for a wide range of interiors.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Spanish Country Pine Side Table with Two sides Drawer and leather top

$1,850

Spanish Country Pine Side Table with Two sides Drawer and leather top

Located in Miami, FL

Spanish Country side table with drawer. Made of antique pine called "mobila", this table is very functional and you can use like a nightstands, sofa table, coffee table or low console.

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Country Side Tables

Materials

Iron

21st Century Art Déco Elie Saab Maison Dunes Glass Bronzed Coffee Table, Italy

$11,380 / item

21st Century Art Déco Elie Saab Maison Dunes Glass Bronzed Coffee Table, Italy

By Carlo Colombo, Elie Saab

Located in Mariano Comense, CO

Dunes is a series of dining tables, low tables and consoles. Composition: Metal structure in bronzed brass with smoked glass top.

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2010s Italian Art Deco Center Tables

Materials

Brass

Yasha Heifetz Rotaflex Oversized Table Lamp, ca 1950s

$2,400

Yasha Heifetz Rotaflex Oversized Table Lamp, ca 1950s

By Yasha Heifetz, Heifetz Rotaflex, Heifetz

Located in Cathedral City, CA

Works really well on low consoles and side or occasional tables. Lamp measures 48" high, 8" diameter.

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Sunday Coffee Table Green Marble (Indian Green) Legs - Black Stained Wood Table

$4,708

Sunday Coffee Table Green Marble (Indian Green) Legs - Black Stained Wood Table

By La Chance

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Sunday is a family of coffee tables and low consoles with a simple and clean design vocabulary.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Refurbished MCM Media or Coffee Table with Storage Compartments

$900

Refurbished MCM Media or Coffee Table with Storage Compartments

Located in Alhambra, CA

Unique and practical low coffee or console table. Made of solid walnut, with new dark metal hardware.

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

Materials

Steel

Sunday Coffee Table Black Marble 'Marquina' Legs, Black Stained Wood Table Top

$5,300 / item

Sunday Coffee Table Black Marble 'Marquina' Legs, Black Stained Wood Table Top

By La Chance

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Sunday is a family of coffee tables and low consoles with a simple and clean design vocabulary.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Antique Flemish Dutch Antwerp Red Tortoiseshell Box Cabinet Chest On Stand

$3,495

Antique Flemish Dutch Antwerp Red Tortoiseshell Box Cabinet Chest On Stand

Located in Forney, TX

Keywords: Europe European antiques deed Bible box legged jewelry casket money changing bank strong box coffer coin safe caixa contador sewing work stand decorative box footed sugar c...

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Antique Early 18th Century Dutch Baroque Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bone, Tortoise Shell, Rosewood, Horn, Wood, Ebony

McGuire Organic Modern Rattan Brass Cocktail Table 4.5 Ft

$2,500 / item

McGuire Organic Modern Rattan Brass Cocktail Table 4.5 Ft

By McGuire

Located in Rio Vista, CA

The table blends California Coastal Organic Modern, and Mid-Century Modern influences to create a classic piece usable as a low coffee/ cocktail table, drinks table, or a low console...

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

Materials

Brass

Glas Italia KAZIMIR Side table by Michael Anastassiades

$2,588 / item

Glas Italia KAZIMIR Side table by Michael Anastassiades

By Michael Anastassiades, Glas Italia

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Collection of furniture comprising shelves, consoles, bookcase and low tables, completely made of a special 10 mm tempered green or extra-clear double-sided acid-etched glass.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass

Glas Italia OPALIA Side table by Patricia Urquiola

$3,132 / item

Glas Italia OPALIA Side table by Patricia Urquiola

By Patricia Urquiola, Glas Italia

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Collection of low tables, high tables and consoles: their components are made by fusing scraps of glass with special additives to obtain irregular glass masses, rich in bubbles and w...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass

Glas Italia OPALIA Coffee table by Patricia Urquiola

$6,201 / item

Glas Italia OPALIA Coffee table by Patricia Urquiola

By Patricia Urquiola, Glas Italia

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Collection of low tables, high tables and consoles: their components are made by fusing scraps of glass with special additives to obtain irregular glass masses, rich in bubbles and w...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass

Large Round White Marble "Sunday" Coffee Table, Jean-Baptiste Souletie

$12,551 / item

Large Round White Marble "Sunday" Coffee Table, Jean-Baptiste Souletie

Located in Geneve, CH

Sunday is a family of coffee tables and low consoles with a simple and clean design vocabulary.

Category

2010s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Glas Italia Kazimir Square Glass Coffee Table by Michael Anastassiades

$3,727 / item

Glas Italia Kazimir Square Glass Coffee Table by Michael Anastassiades

By Glas Italia, Michael Anastassiades

Located in Alcamo, IT

Part of the Kazimir collection, which includes shelves, consoles, bookcases, and low tables, this design stands out for its pure geometry and architectural elegance.

Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass

Glas Italia Kazimir Rectangular Glass Coffee Table by Michael Anastassiades

$3,656 / item

Glas Italia Kazimir Rectangular Glass Coffee Table by Michael Anastassiades

By Glas Italia, Michael Anastassiades

Located in Alcamo, IT

Part of the Kazimir collection, which includes shelves, consoles, bookcases, and low tables, this design stands out for its pure geometry and architectural elegance.

Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass

SHIMMER coffee table by Patricia Urquiola by Glas Italia

$6,724 / item

SHIMMER coffee table by Patricia Urquiola by Glas Italia

By Patricia Urquiola, Glas Italia

Located in Brooklyn, NY

High tables, low tables and consoles in laminated and glued glass, characterized by a special iridescent multichromatic finish; the nuance varies according to the angle of the light ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass

SHIMMER Coffee Table by Patricia Urquiola for Glas Italia

$5,392 / item

SHIMMER Coffee Table by Patricia Urquiola for Glas Italia

By Patricia Urquiola, Glas Italia

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Low tables and consoles in laminated and glued glass, characterized by a special iridescent multichromatic finish; the nuance varies according to the angle of the light source and th...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass

Marble "Sunday" Coffee Table, Jean-Baptiste Souletie

$11,140 / item

Marble "Sunday" Coffee Table, Jean-Baptiste Souletie

Located in Geneve, CH

Sunday is a family of coffee tables and low consoles with a simple and clean design vocabulary.

Category

2010s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Early 19th Century French Provincial Dough Bin Coffee Table

$5,500

Early 19th Century French Provincial Dough Bin Coffee Table

Located in Astoria, NY

Today, this substantial piece transitions seamlessly into a modern interior as a large coffee table, low console, or TV stand. Its elongated profile and generous proportions make it ...

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Antique Early 19th Century French French Provincial Coffee and Cocktail ...

Materials

Wrought Iron

Early 18th Century Petite Tuscan Fratino Table in Solid Walnut

$3,950

Early 18th Century Petite Tuscan Fratino Table in Solid Walnut

Located in Atlanta, GA

With its compact proportions, just over 30 inches wide and 20.5 inches high, this piece is ideal as a low console, accent table, or display piece in an entryway, beside a sofa, or at...

Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Asymmetrical Coffee Table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950s

$5,400

Asymmetrical Coffee Table by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, 1950s

By Edward Wormley

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A low console or table with a spare mahogany frame that supports an asymmetrical top with brass capped feet.

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Round Marble "Sunday" Coffee Table, Jean-Baptiste Souletie

$10,365 / item

Round Marble "Sunday" Coffee Table, Jean-Baptiste Souletie

Located in Geneve, CH

Sunday is a family of coffee tables and low consoles with a simple and clean design vocabulary.

Category

2010s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

A Zoomorphic ART-DECO NEOCLASSICAL Wrought Iron COFFEE TABLE, France 1930

$9,401

A Zoomorphic ART-DECO NEOCLASSICAL Wrought Iron COFFEE TABLE, France 1930

By Gilbert Poillerat, Edgar Brandt, Raymond Subes

Located in PARIS, FR

An elegant, sensual and zoomorphic coffee table or low console, Art Deco, Modernist, Neo-Classical, superb thin and massive wrought iron animalistic structure (heavy) combining 4 sty...

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Wrought Iron

Round Black Marble "Sunday" Coffee Table, Jean-Baptiste Souletie

$6,651 / item

Round Black Marble "Sunday" Coffee Table, Jean-Baptiste Souletie

Located in Geneve, CH

Sunday is a family of coffee tables and low consoles with a simple and clean design vocabulary.

Category

2010s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Round Green Marble "Sunday" Coffee Table, Jean-Baptiste Souletie

$7,215 / item

Round Green Marble "Sunday" Coffee Table, Jean-Baptiste Souletie

Located in Geneve, CH

Sunday is a family of coffee tables and low consoles with a simple and clean design vocabulary.

Category

2010s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Round White Marble "Sunday" Coffee Table, Jean-Baptiste Souletie

$6,886 / item

Round White Marble "Sunday" Coffee Table, Jean-Baptiste Souletie

Located in Geneve, CH

Sunday is a family of coffee tables and low consoles with a simple and clean design vocabulary.

Category

2010s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Medium Black Marble "Sunday" Coffee Table, Jean-Baptiste Souletie

$13,068 / item

Medium Black Marble "Sunday" Coffee Table, Jean-Baptiste Souletie

Located in Geneve, CH

Sunday is a family of coffee tables and low consoles with a simple and clean design vocabulary.

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2010s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Large White Marble "Sunday" Coffee Table, Jean-Baptiste Souletie

$12,081 / item

Large White Marble "Sunday" Coffee Table, Jean-Baptiste Souletie

Located in Geneve, CH

Sunday is a family of coffee tables and low consoles with a simple and clean design vocabulary.

Category

2010s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

XLarge White Marble "Sunday" Coffee Table, Jean-Baptiste Souletie

$14,760 / item

XLarge White Marble "Sunday" Coffee Table, Jean-Baptiste Souletie

Located in Geneve, CH

Sunday is a family of coffee tables and low consoles with a simple and clean design vocabulary.

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2010s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Medium Green Marble "Sunday" Coffee Table, Jean-Baptiste Souletie

$13,679 / item

Medium Green Marble "Sunday" Coffee Table, Jean-Baptiste Souletie

Located in Geneve, CH

Sunday is a family of coffee tables and low consoles with a simple and clean design vocabulary.

Category

2010s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Medium White Marble "Sunday" Coffee Table, Jean-Baptiste Souletie

$12,809 / item

Medium White Marble "Sunday" Coffee Table, Jean-Baptiste Souletie

Located in Geneve, CH

Sunday is a family of coffee tables and low consoles with a simple and clean design vocabulary.

Category

2010s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Small White Marble "Sunday" Coffee Table, Jean-Baptiste Souletie

$10,729 / item

Small White Marble "Sunday" Coffee Table, Jean-Baptiste Souletie

Located in Geneve, CH

Sunday is a family of coffee tables and low consoles with a simple and clean design vocabulary.

Category

2010s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Xlarge Green Marble "Sunday" Coffee Table, Jean-Baptiste Souletie

$15,771 / item

Xlarge Green Marble "Sunday" Coffee Table, Jean-Baptiste Souletie

Located in Geneve, CH

Sunday is a family of coffee tables and low consoles with a simple and clean design vocabulary.

Category

2010s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Large Green Marble "Sunday" Coffee Table, Jean-Baptiste Souletie

$12,903 / item

Large Green Marble "Sunday" Coffee Table, Jean-Baptiste Souletie

Located in Geneve, CH

Sunday is a family of coffee tables and low consoles with a simple and clean design vocabulary.

Category

2010s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Small Black Marble "Sunday" Coffee Table, Jean-Baptiste Souletie

$10,952 / item

Small Black Marble "Sunday" Coffee Table, Jean-Baptiste Souletie

Located in Geneve, CH

Sunday is a family of coffee tables and low consoles with a simple and clean design vocabulary.

Category

2010s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Xlarge Black Marble "Sunday" Coffee Table, Jean-Baptiste Souletie

$15,066 / item

Xlarge Black Marble "Sunday" Coffee Table, Jean-Baptiste Souletie

Located in Geneve, CH

Sunday is a family of coffee tables and low consoles with a simple and clean design vocabulary.

Category

2010s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Large Black Marble "Sunday" Coffee Table, Jean-Baptiste Souletie

$12,327 / item

Large Black Marble "Sunday" Coffee Table, Jean-Baptiste Souletie

Located in Geneve, CH

Sunday is a family of coffee tables and low consoles with a simple and clean design vocabulary.

Category

2010s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Small Green Marble "Sunday" Coffee Table, Jean-Baptiste Souletie

$11,469 / item

Small Green Marble "Sunday" Coffee Table, Jean-Baptiste Souletie

Located in Geneve, CH

Sunday is a family of coffee tables and low consoles with a simple and clean design vocabulary.

Category

2010s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Medium Black Marble "Sunday" Coffee Table, Jean-Baptiste Souletie

$13,068 / item

Medium Black Marble "Sunday" Coffee Table, Jean-Baptiste Souletie

Located in Geneve, CH

Sunday is a family of coffee tables and low consoles with a simple and clean design vocabulary.

Category

2010s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the low console table you’re looking for. Each low console table for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and walnut. Find 79 options for an antique or vintage low console table now, or shop our selection of 13 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the low console table you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A low console table is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Baroque styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one low console table that is appealing in its simplicity, but Casa Botelho, Paul McCobb and Gildas Berthelot produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Low Console Table?

A low console table can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,445, while the lowest priced sells for $460 and the highest can go for as much as $54,589.

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Questions About Low Console Table

Why are console tables so low?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
Console tables are not low. Typically, consoles are about the height of a desk but are much narrower. As a result, they work well against walls and can be used to hold lamps and decorative objects. While modern console tables commonly feature four legs, you can still find the two-legged variety, which is ideal for nestling behind the sofa. Some also feature shelves for display and storage space or cabinet doors and drawers for hiding clutter. Find vintage console tables on 1stDibs.
What are low tables called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
Low tables are usually called coffee tables. The name comes from the table height being designed to make it easy to place something, such as a cup of coffee, on the tabletop while seated on a sofa. Alternatively, people may refer to these low tables as cocktail tables. Explore a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
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.
Why are Japanese dining tables low?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The chabudai, or the short Japanese dining table makes the most of limited space by serving many functions in a Japanese home. They often feature collapsible legs so they can be stored. Diners sit on pillows on the floor, rather than chairs, again freeing up more space by not having bulky chairs. Shop a collection of Japanese furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
Why are modern coffee tables so low?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Modern 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.
What is a console table used for?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Console tables serve a variety of functions. They can be used as buffets, storage units and display tables. Because they vary in size, you can use them for just about anything.
Why is it called a console table?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
Why it is called a console table comes down to the history of this type of furnishing. The very first consoles produced in France during the 16th and 17th centuries were not freestanding. Instead, owners anchored them to walls. This anchoring method strengthened the console top, allowing it to support heavy loads. The name “console” comes from the French word "consolide," which means to reinforce or strengthen. It was likely chosen because of the anchoring system that lends strength to and reinforces consoles. Shop a diverse assortment of console tables on 1stDibs.
Is 12 inches too low for a coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
No, 12 inches isn’t necessarily too low for a coffee table. For balance, choose a coffee table that is about two to four inches lower than the seat of the largest piece of furniture around it. Usually, this will be the sofa. If your sofa’s seat is 14 to 16 inches high, a 12-inch coffee table will likely be in proportion. Find an assortment of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between a buffet table and a console table?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
The difference between a buffet table and a console table comes down to size and storage features. Console tables are usually less deep than buffet tables, so they take up less space behind sofas and along walls. In addition, consoles are less likely to have cabinets and drawers than buffet tables, which are designed to store dinnerware and serveware in dining rooms. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of buffets and console tables.
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 sideboard and a console table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
The difference between a sideboard and a console table comes down to usage and storage features. Sideboards are usually found in dining rooms and have shelving concealed behind cabinet doors for storing dinnerware, glassware and serveware. Normally positioned in entryways, hallways and living rooms, console tables may have no storage features or include drawers, open shelves or cabinet doors, depending on their design. Find a large selection of console tables and sideboards on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between a console and a sofa table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
The main difference between a console and a sofa table is that a console can be placed anywhere in the home (against a wall in a hallway or under a television in the living room) and a sofa table is limited to being behind a sofa.
How wide should a console table be in an entryway?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
In an entryway, a console table should typically be around 10 to 16 inches wide. Tables of this width should still allow plenty of clearance so people can easily walk by the table. You may see manufacturers refer to the width of consoles as depth. On 1stDibs, shop a range of console tables.
Should a console table be taller than a couch?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
A console table should not be taller than a couch. Much like a sofa table, a console table is placed against the back of a sofa and should be the same height as the sofa.
Can you use a console table as a desk?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Because of their variety of sizes and range in function, console tables can easily work as a desk. Given their size and ease of mobility, a console table can be used in almost any sort of room.
How tall should a lamp be on a console table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024

A lamp for a console table should be between 25 and 32 inches tall. The table lamp’s shade shouldn’t exceed half the width of the console table.

You’ll find that when it comes to arranging wall art, a decorator might suggest that the space on the wall above a console table is a great place for a large painting or a wall sculpture. In that case, you may wish to use a taller lamp for the table. If your table is smaller in scale or if you have a small mirror hanging on the wall above the console, you may wish to opt for a shorter lamp.

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