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 are nesting side tables?

A nesting table is a set of tables designed to be stored one inside or under the other, giving them a layered or stacked appearance. A side table is a table that’s placed beside a piece of furniture. A nesting side table would be a series of side tables in graduated heights that can be stacked or nested together. Shop a collection of nesting tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What are nesting tables?

Nesting tables are small tables graduated in size so they can be stacked one on top of the other.

Can I stack nesting tables?

It depends on the design, but in most cases, you can indeed stack nesting tables. Nesting tables are a great way to maximize furniture usage while saving space in smaller areas. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of nesting tables from some of the top sellers around the world.

Who invented nesting tables?

English cabinet maker Thomas Sheraton is credited with publishing the first drawings of nesting tables in the early 19th century, but they may have been used as early as the mid-18th century.

What were nesting tables used for?

Nesting tables typically consist of several different sizes of tables designed to fit underneath one another — they were initially intended to save space in the drawing room. The tables were pulled out as needed and used for playing chess, needlepoint and engaging in other leisurely activities. Shop a collection of nesting tables on 1stDibs from top sellers worldwide.

Why is it called a coffee table?

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

Can a coffee table be too low?

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

Who invented the coffee table?

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

What size should a coffee table be?

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

Is an ottoman a coffee table?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Are end tables taller than coffee tables?

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

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

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

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

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

Is there a difference between a coffee table and a cocktail table?

"Coffee table" and "cocktail table" are used interchangeably; cocktail table is the more traditional term, often applied to lower, more formal designs.

What is the standard size of a coffee table?

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

What is a tray top coffee table?

Tray top coffee tables are coffee tables with long, flat rectangular surfaces that are supported by an x-frame base. Low tables that were initially used as tea or coffee tables have been around since at least the mid- to late-1800s. After coffee drinking and “coffee breaks” became popular, it didn’t take long for coffee and cocktail tables to become a design staple and for consumers to recognize their role in entertaining no matter what beverages were being served. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary tray top coffee tables from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

When did coffee tables become popular?

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

How do you style an oval coffee table?

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

Nesting Coffee Tables

R And Y Augousti Frames

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Stone And Brass Cocktail Table

Art Deco Rattan Table

Walnut And Travertine Mid Century Tables

Stainless Steel Coffee Tea Set

Black And White Inlay Table

Contemporary Landscape Marble Nesting Coffee Table Set of 2, Handmade Greenapple

$10,880 / set

Contemporary Landscape Marble Nesting Coffee Table Set of 2, Handmade Greenapple

By Greenapple, Rute Martins

Located in Lisboa, PT

The Landscape nesting coffee table draws inspiration from the organic beauty of natural landscapes.

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Coffee and C...

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Onyx, Travertine, Granite, Marble, Statuary Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel

Contemporary Landscape Marble Nesting Coffee Table Set of 2, Handmade Greenapple

$11,203 / set

Contemporary Landscape Marble Nesting Coffee Table Set of 2, Handmade Greenapple

By Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

The Landscape nesting coffee table draws inspiration from the organic beauty of natural landscapes.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Coffee and C...

Materials

Onyx, Travertine, Granite, Marble, Statuary Marble, Brass, Stainless Steel

Solid Ash Round Nesting Coffee Table Set, Organic Modern

$6,500 / item

Solid Ash Round Nesting Coffee Table Set, Organic Modern

By Kirk Van Ludwig, Autonomous Furniture

Located in Victoria, BC

Solid ash nesting coffee table set comprising two handcrafted round coffee tables designed for contemporary and Organic Modern interiors.

Category

2010s Canadian Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Oak

Set of Four Model 780 Nesting Coffee Tables by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina

$6,859 / set

Set of Four Model 780 Nesting Coffee Tables by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina

By Gian Franco Frattini, Cassina

Located in Torino, Piemonte

An iconic example of Italian mid-century design, the Model 780 nesting coffee tables were designed by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina in 1966.

Category

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

Materials

Laminate, Wood

Modern, Wavy Shaped Nesting Coffee Tables by KLEIN, Aluminum with Cylinder Legs

$11,800 / set

Modern, Wavy Shaped Nesting Coffee Tables by KLEIN, Aluminum with Cylinder Legs

By Klein Agency

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Modern, Wavy Shaped Nesting Coffee Tables by KLEIN, Aluminum with Cylinder Legs Materials - Polished Aluminum // Style - Sculptural Modern // Origin - USA // Condition - New, Made t...

Category

2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Cosmos Nesting Coffee Table Shagreen & Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti

$4,229 / item

Cosmos Nesting Coffee Table Shagreen & Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Cosmos nesting coffee table medium is b...

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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Nesting Tables and Sta...

Materials

Brass

Shagreen Nesting Coffee Tables with Bronze-Patina Brass Accents R&Y Augousti

$11,962 / set

Shagreen Nesting Coffee Tables with Bronze-Patina Brass Accents R&Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The cosmos nesting coffee tables are both M...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Nesting Tables and Sta...

Materials

Brass

Bordeira Nesting Coffee Tables Set of 2, Travertine and Chocolate Oak

$10,860 / set

Bordeira Nesting Coffee Tables Set of 2, Travertine and Chocolate Oak

By Greenapple, Rute Martins

Located in Lisboa, PT

A set of 2 Bordeira nesting coffee tables by Rute Martins for Greenapple, in travertine and American oak stained light chocolate.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Nesting Tables a...

Materials

Travertine, Limestone

Cosmos Nesting Coffee Table Cream Shagreen & Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti

$4,933 / item

Cosmos Nesting Coffee Table Cream Shagreen & Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

This listing is for the large nesting table only; The cosmos nesting coffee table large is both Minimalist and dramatic.

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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Nesting Tables and Sta...

Materials

Brass

Cosmos Nesting Coffee Table Hwana Stone & Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti

$4,411 / item

Cosmos Nesting Coffee Table Hwana Stone & Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Cosmos nesting coffee table medium is b...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Nesting Tables and Sta...

Materials

Granite, Brass

Peacock Nesting Coffee Table in Cream Shagreen and Brass by R&Y Augousti

$5,637 / item

Peacock Nesting Coffee Table in Cream Shagreen and Brass by R&Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The peacock nesting coffee table large is a...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Nesting Tables and Sta...

Materials

Brass

Cosmos Nesting Coffee Table Hwana Stone and Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti

$4,411 / item

Cosmos Nesting Coffee Table Hwana Stone and Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The cosmos nesting coffee table medium is b...

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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Nesting Tables and Sta...

Materials

Granite, Brass

Bordeira Nesting Coffee Tables Set of 2, Calacatta Strong Vein and Grey Oak

$10,860 / set

Bordeira Nesting Coffee Tables Set of 2, Calacatta Strong Vein and Grey Oak

By Rute Martins, Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

A set of 2 Bordeira nesting coffee tables by Rute Martins for Greenapple, in Calacatta Strong Vein marble and American oak stained warm grey.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Nesting Tables a...

Materials

Marble

Bordeira Nesting Coffee Tables Set of 3, Calacatta Strong Vein and Grey Oak

$21,187 / set

Bordeira Nesting Coffee Tables Set of 3, Calacatta Strong Vein and Grey Oak

By Greenapple, Rute Martins

Located in Lisboa, PT

A set of 3 Bordeira nesting coffee tables by Rute Martins for Greenapple, in Calacatta Strong Vein marble and American oak stained warm grey.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Nesting Tables a...

Materials

Marble

Bordeira Nesting Coffee Tables Set of 2, Calacatta Strong Vein and Black Oak

$10,880 / set

Bordeira Nesting Coffee Tables Set of 2, Calacatta Strong Vein and Black Oak

By Rute Martins, Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

A set of 2 Bordeira nesting coffee tables by Rute Martins for Greenapple, in Calacatta Strong Vein marble and black-stained American oak.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Nesting Tables a...

Materials

Marble

Shell Inlaid Nesting Coffee Tables with Brass Details by R&Y Augousti

$15,587 / set

Shell Inlaid Nesting Coffee Tables with Brass Details by R&Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Set of 2 Licol nesting coffee tables by...

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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Ta...

Materials

Brass

Peacock Nesting Coffee Table in Cream Shagreen and Brass by R&Y Augousti

$14,630 / set

Peacock Nesting Coffee Table in Cream Shagreen and Brass by R&Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

The set of 3 peacock nesting coffee tables, are an iconic R&Y Augousti piece and one of their first designs.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Nesting Tables and Sta...

Materials

Brass

Peacock Nesting Coffee Table in Cream Shagreen and Brass by R&Y Augousti

$14,630 / set

Peacock Nesting Coffee Table in Cream Shagreen and Brass by R&Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

The set of 3 peacock nesting coffee tables, are an iconic R&Y Augousti piece and one of their first designs.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Nesting Tables and Sta...

Materials

Brass

Peacock Nesting Coffee Table in Black Pen Shell and Brass by R&Y Augousti

$4,229 / item

Peacock Nesting Coffee Table in Black Pen Shell and Brass by R&Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Peacock nesting coffee table small is a...

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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Nesting Tables and Sta...

Materials

Brass

Peacock Nesting Coffee Table in Baguio Stone Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti

$4,763 / item

Peacock Nesting Coffee Table in Baguio Stone Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Peacock nesting coffee table medium is ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Nesting Tables and Sta...

Materials

Stone, Brass

Set of 3 Cosmos Nesting Coffee Tables in Shagreen, Shell & Hwana R & Y Augousti

$12,144 / set

Set of 3 Cosmos Nesting Coffee Tables in Shagreen, Shell & Hwana R & Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The cosmos nesting coffee tables are both M...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Nesting Tables and Sta...

Materials

Granite, Brass

Set of 3 Cosmos Nesting Coffee Tables in Shagreen, Shell & Hwana R&Y Augousti

$12,144 / set

Set of 3 Cosmos Nesting Coffee Tables in Shagreen, Shell & Hwana R&Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The cosmos nesting coffee tables are both M...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Nesting Tables and Sta...

Materials

Granite, Brass

Set of 3 Cosmos Nesting Coffee Tables in Shagreen, Shell & Hwana R&Y Augousti

$12,144 / set

Set of 3 Cosmos Nesting Coffee Tables in Shagreen, Shell & Hwana R&Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The cosmos nesting coffee tables are both M...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Nesting Tables and Sta...

Materials

Granite, Brass

Bordeira Nesting Coffee Tables Set of 3, Patagonia Granite, Brass and Black Oak

$25,721 / set

Bordeira Nesting Coffee Tables Set of 3, Patagonia Granite, Brass and Black Oak

By Greenapple, Rute Martins

Located in Lisboa, PT

A set of 3 Bordeira nesting coffee tables by Rute Martins for Greenapple, in Patagonia granite, brushed and burnished antique brass and black-stained American oak.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Nesting Tables a...

Materials

Quartz, Granite, Brass

Bordeira Nesting Coffee Tables Set/2, Orange and Green Persian Onyx, Black Oak

$11,223 / set

Bordeira Nesting Coffee Tables Set/2, Orange and Green Persian Onyx, Black Oak

By Greenapple, Rute Martins

Located in Lisboa, PT

A set of 2 Bordeira nesting coffee tables by Rute Martins for Greenapple, in Orange onyx, Green Persian onyx and black-stained American oak.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Nesting Tables a...

Materials

Onyx

Bordeira Nesting Coffee Tables Set of 2 by Rute Martins, Miel Onyx and Brass

$16,606 / set

Bordeira Nesting Coffee Tables Set of 2 by Rute Martins, Miel Onyx and Brass

By Greenapple, Rute Martins

Located in Lisboa, PT

A set of 2 Bordeira nesting coffee tables by Rute Martins for Greenapple, in Miel onyx and brushed and burnished antique brass.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Nesting Tables a...

Materials

Onyx, Brass

Modern Curve Nesting Coffee Tables Marble Oak Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple

$10,307 / set

Modern Curve Nesting Coffee Tables Marble Oak Handmade in Portugal by Greenapple

By Rute Martins, Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

For U.S. clients, we can handle customs clearance, and offer white-glove service as well upon request. Cocktail Table, Center Table, Centre Table, Low Table, Tea Table, Nesting Coff...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Travertine, Quartz

Shagreen Nesting Coffee Tables with Bronze-Patina Brass Inlay by R&Y Augousti

$15,587 / set

Shagreen Nesting Coffee Tables with Bronze-Patina Brass Inlay by R&Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Set of 2 Licol nesting coffee tables by...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Ta...

Materials

Brass

Shagreen Nesting Coffee Tables with Bronze-Patina Brass Inlay by R&Y Augousti

$15,587 / set

Shagreen Nesting Coffee Tables with Bronze-Patina Brass Inlay by R&Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Set of 2 Licol nesting coffee tables by...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Ta...

Materials

Brass

Rattan Nesting Coffee Tables with Patagonia and Brass Inlay by R&Y Augousti

$14,195 / set

Rattan Nesting Coffee Tables with Patagonia and Brass Inlay by R&Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and created in the Philippines. The Set of 2 Licol Nesting Coffee Tables by ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Ta...

Materials

Quartz, Brass

Rattan Nesting Coffee Tables with Quartz and Brass Inlay by R&Y Augousti

$21,422 / set

Rattan Nesting Coffee Tables with Quartz and Brass Inlay by R&Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The set of 2 Licol Nesting coffee tables by...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Ta...

Materials

Quartz, Brass

Rattan Nesting Coffee Tables with Quartz and Brass Inlay by R&Y Augousti

$21,422 / set

Rattan Nesting Coffee Tables with Quartz and Brass Inlay by R&Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Set of 2 Licol Nesting Coffee Tables by...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Ta...

Materials

Quartz, Brass

Rattan Nesting Coffee Tables with Patagonia and Brass Inlay by R&Y Augousti

$14,195 / set

Rattan Nesting Coffee Tables with Patagonia and Brass Inlay by R&Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Set of 2 Licol Nesting Coffee Tables by...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Ta...

Materials

Quartz, Brass

1970's oak nesting coffee table

$1,477 / set

1970's oak nesting coffee table

Located in BE

This highly versatile Dutch coffee table from the 1970s consists of several smaller tables arranged at different heights. The varying levels create a dynamic and playful composition ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Wood

Melting Nesting Coffee Tables in Shagreen, Shell and Brass by R & Y Augousti

$15,889 / set

Melting Nesting Coffee Tables in Shagreen, Shell and Brass by R & Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The melting nesting coffee tables are sold ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Ta...

Materials

Brass

Vintage Teak Nesting Coffee Table

$2,000

Vintage Teak Nesting Coffee Table

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Bring flexible, sculptural style into your space with this gorgeous set of retro teak nesting tables, crafted in the spirit of 1960s Scandinavian design. Perfectly versatile and effo...

Category

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

Materials

Teak

Coffee Table by Maison Baguès

$1,717

Coffee Table by Maison Baguès

By Maison Baguès

Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

These classic and elegant solid brass nesting coffee tables are made of brass by Maison Baguès.

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Modern Saara Nesting Travertine Coffee Table, Set/2, Handmade by Greenapple

$19,776 / set

Modern Saara Nesting Travertine Coffee Table, Set/2, Handmade by Greenapple

By Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

The Saara nesting coffee table is a tribute to Africa’s scenic beauty and cultural heritage.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Limestone, Travertine, Granite, Marble, Carrara Marble, Onyx, Brass, Sta...

Pair of Contemporary Circular Nesting Coffee Tables, Walnut

$5,200 / item

Pair of Contemporary Circular Nesting Coffee Tables, Walnut

By Alessandro & Maria Design

Located in Pompton Plains, NJ

The Round Nest Coffee Tables are a pair of solid hardwood nesting tables designed to work together or apart — offering the flexibility of a living room that can shift with the moment.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Maple, Oak, Walnut

Midcentury Italian Chromed Metal, Aluminum, Smoked Glass Nesting Tables, 1970s

$1,832 / set

Midcentury Italian Chromed Metal, Aluminum, Smoked Glass Nesting Tables, 1970s

Located in Roma, IT

Wonderful set of three midcentury nesting coffee tables in chromed metal with aluminum legs and smoked glass top.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking ...

Materials

Steel, Chrome, Aluminum

Chrome and Brass Nesting Italian Coffee Tables with Smoked Glass Top, 1970s

$1,714 / set

Chrome and Brass Nesting Italian Coffee Tables with Smoked Glass Top, 1970s

By Romeo Rega

Located in Roma, IT

Midcentury chrome and brass set of three nesting coffee tables with smoked glass top. This wonderful item was made in Italy during the 1970s.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking ...

Materials

Brass, Steel, Chrome

1970s Vintage Italian Nesting Tables with Red Iron Frame & Smoked Glass

$916Sale Price / set|36% Off

1970s Vintage Italian Nesting Tables with Red Iron Frame & Smoked Glass

Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT

Vintage Nesting Tables with Red Iron Frame & Smoked Glass - Italy, 1970s A colorfull yet unsual set of vintage nesting tables from the 1970s that feature a bold red-colored iron fra...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Iron

Pair French Mid-Century Modern Nesting / Coffee Tables by Mathieu Matégot

$9,500 / set

Pair French Mid-Century Modern Nesting / Coffee Tables by Mathieu Matégot

By Mathieu Matégot

Located in New York, NY

Rare and Elegant pair of French Mid-Century Modern nesting/ side tables or cocktail tables in perforated steel by Mathieu Matégot. The pieces are enameled black. The tables represent...

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Metal

Modern Nesting Coffee Tables Oak Carrara Marble Handmade Portugal

$30,922 / set

Modern Nesting Coffee Tables Oak Carrara Marble Handmade Portugal

By Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

Coffee Tables, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Set of 3 Coffee Tables Dimensions Small: D.51 x H.36cm D.20.08 x H.14.17 in. Medium: D.107 x...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Carrara Marble

Joan duo travertine and white onyx nesting coffee tables

$9,047

Joan duo travertine and white onyx nesting coffee tables

Located in dubai, AE

The Joan coffee table is defined by two organic shaped tops with a mix of travertine and white onyx. The round bases are made of travertine. The design was created to be elegant, sop...

Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Onyx, Travertine

Fold Nesting Coffee Tables, Blackened Steel and Smoked Glass, by Force/Collide

$22,750 / set

Fold Nesting Coffee Tables, Blackened Steel and Smoked Glass, by Force/Collide

By Force/Collide

Located in Seattle, WA

Fold Coffee Tables are a signature example of Force/Collide modern geometric, minimal and modular style. Finely constructed and finished with blackened steel and smoked gray glass, t...

Category

2010s American Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Steel, Cut Steel

Modern Flow Nesting Coffee Table Calacatta Marble Handmade Portugal Greenapple

$13,146 / set

Modern Flow Nesting Coffee Table Calacatta Marble Handmade Portugal Greenapple

By Greenapple

Located in Lisboa, PT

Flow Coffee Tables Outdoors, Contemporary Collection, Handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple. Inspired by nature's organic lines and movements, this low table set adds a con...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Granite, Marble, Carrara Marble

Shagreen Nesting Coffee Tables with Shell and Brass Accents by R&Y Augousti

$25,080 / set

Shagreen Nesting Coffee Tables with Shell and Brass Accents by R&Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Nesting Cocteau coffee tables by R&...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Nesting Tables and Sta...

Materials

Brass

Shagreen Nesting Coffee Tables with Patagonia and Brass Accents by R&Y Augousti

$27,225 / set

Shagreen Nesting Coffee Tables with Patagonia and Brass Accents by R&Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Nesting Cocteau coffee tables by R&...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Nesting Tables and Sta...

Materials

Brass

Nest Coffee Table Set 2 Piece in Reclaimed Elm Wood

$3,190 / item

Nest Coffee Table Set 2 Piece in Reclaimed Elm Wood

By Bloom Home Inc

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Nesting coffee table, made to use layered or apart.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Elm

Set of 2 organic shaped modern nesting coffee tables by Last Workshop lacquered

$5,900 / set

Set of 2 organic shaped modern nesting coffee tables by Last Workshop lacquered

By Last Workshop

Located in Chicago, IL

Organic shaped coffee table by Last Workshop, 2023 Hand shaped tops are made from solid wood. Solid oak legs, natural finish. Dimensions: Table one: 53"L x 32" x 19"H Table two: 3...

Category

2010s American Organic Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Lacquer

A Set of 3 GIGOGNE SIDE TABLES by GUY LEFEVRE for MAISON JANSEN, France 1970

$2,748

A Set of 3 GIGOGNE SIDE TABLES by GUY LEFEVRE for MAISON JANSEN, France 1970

By Guy Lefevre

Located in PARIS, FR

A set of 3 small nesting coffee tables, Post-Modernist, Bauhaus, Shabby-Chic, Space-Age, square-section steel structures, smoked glass tops, each enhanced with a gilded brass frame, ...

Category

Vintage 1970s French Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Sculpted Woven Metal and Stone "Entity" Nesting Coffee Table, Parisii Collection

$14,332 / item

Sculpted Woven Metal and Stone "Entity" Nesting Coffee Table, Parisii Collection

Located in Del Mar, CA

Entity Coffee Table: A dialogue of curve, texture, and architectural balance Woven metal base framed in steel with stone top The Entity Coffee Table completes the collection's scu...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Granite, Marble

Nesting Coffee Table Set by J.M. Szymanski, Modern Blackened Steel

$21,000 / set

Nesting Coffee Table Set by J.M. Szymanski, Modern Blackened Steel

By J.M. Szymanski

Located in Bronx, NY

TABLE NO. 15 - NESTING SET J.M. Szymanski d. 2019 52'' D 36'' W 13'' H - COFFEE 32'' D 22'' W 15'' H - SIDE This Noguchi-inspired coffee tables are handcrafted in 3/8” thick...

Category

2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel, Iron

1930s Italian art decò Silver Brass Nest Cart Nesting Coffee Tables

$5,152

1930s Italian art decò Silver Brass Nest Cart Nesting Coffee Tables

By Maison Jansen

Located in Vigonza, Padua

1930s Italy art decò silver brass cart nest coffee tables, Maison , crystal top. Measure cm: H 55, W 55, D 50.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Danish Designer, Coffee Table, Pine, Denmark, 1970s

$5,400 / set

Danish Designer, Coffee Table, Pine, Denmark, 1970s

Located in High Point, NC

A pine nesting coffee table or set of three side tables designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1970s.

Category

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

Materials

Wood, Pine

Melting Nesting Coffee Tables in Shagreen, Shell and Brass by R & Y Augousti

$17,380 / set

Melting Nesting Coffee Tables in Shagreen, Shell and Brass by R & Y Augousti

By R & Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Melting Nesting round coffee tables are...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Ta...

Materials

Brass

Nesting Green Onyx Coffee Tables with Brushed Aluminum Base

$15,950 / item

Nesting Green Onyx Coffee Tables with Brushed Aluminum Base

By Slash Objects

Located in Brooklyn, NY

An organic shaped nesting table made of Green Onyx and Brushed Aluminum, this coffee table set allows for various configurations.

Category

2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Onyx, Marble, Aluminum, Brass

Nesting Travertine Coffee Tables with Travertine Legs

$16,400 / item

Nesting Travertine Coffee Tables with Travertine Legs

By Slash Objects

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The playfully asymmetric legs explore harmony and balance through proportions. The Oni Nesting Coffee Tables are a timeless blend of ephemerality and enduring craftsmanship and a per...

Category

2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Onyx, Marble, Travertine

Small Nesting Green Onyx Coffee Tables with Brushed Aluminum Base

$9,000

Small Nesting Green Onyx Coffee Tables with Brushed Aluminum Base

By Slash Objects

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Green Onyx top is elegantly supported by a brush-finished and hand-waxed aluminum base and playfully asymmetric legs that explore harmony and balance through proportions. The Oni...

Category

2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Onyx, Marble, Aluminum, Brass

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Nesting Coffee Tables For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of nesting coffee tables is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct nesting coffee tables — often made from metal, wood and brass — can elevate any home. We have 213 antique and vintage nesting coffee tables in-stock, while there are 65 modern editions to choose from as well. Nesting coffee tables have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Modern nesting coffee tables are consistently popular styles. Nesting coffee tables have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by R & Y Augousti, Maison Charles et Fils and Fernweh Woodworking are consistently popular.

How Much are Nesting Coffee Tables?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $3,314, while they’re typically $524 on the low end and $47,403 highest priced.

Finding the Right Tables for You

The right vintage, new or antique tables can help make any space in your home stand out.

Over the years, the variety of tables available to us, as well as our specific needs for said tables, has broadened. Today, with all manner of these must-have furnishings differing in shape, material and style, any dining room table can shine just as brightly as the guests who gather around it.

Remember, when shopping for a dining table, it must fit your dining area, and you need to account for space around the table too — think outside the box, as an oval dining table may work for tighter spaces. Alternatively, if you’ve got the room, a Regency-style dining table can elevate any formal occasion at mealtime.

Innovative furniture makers and designers have also redefined what a table can be. Whether it’s an unconventional Ping-Pong table, a brass side table to display your treasured collectibles or a Louis Vuitton steamer trunk to add an air of nostalgia to your loft, your table can say a lot about you.

The visionary work of French designer Xavier Lavergne, for example, includes tables that draw on the forms of celestial bodies as often as they do aquatic creatures or fossils. Elsewhere, Italian architect Gae Aulenti, who looked to Roman architecture in crafting her stately Jumbo coffee table, created clever glass-topped mobile coffee tables that move on bicycle tires or sculpted wood wheels for Fontana Arte.

Coffee and cocktail tables can serve as a room’s centerpiece with attention-grabbing details and colors. Glass varieties will keep your hardwood flooring and dazzling area rugs on display, while a marble or stone coffee table in a modern interior can showcase your prized art books and decorative objects. A unique vintage desk or writing table can bring sophistication and even a bit of spice to your work life.

No matter your desired form or function, a quality table for your living space is a sound investment. On 1stDibs, browse a collection of vintage, new and antique bedside tables, mid-century end tables and more .

Questions About Nesting Coffee Tables

Why are modern coffee tables so low?
1 Answer
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 are nesting side tables?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A nesting table is a set of tables designed to be stored one inside or under the other, giving them a layered or stacked appearance. A side table is a table that’s placed beside a piece of furniture. A nesting side table would be a series of side tables in graduated heights that can be stacked or nested together. Shop a collection of nesting tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What are nesting tables?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Nesting tables are small tables graduated in size so they can be stacked one on top of the other.
Can I stack nesting tables?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
It depends on the design, but in most cases, you can indeed stack nesting tables. Nesting tables are a great way to maximize furniture usage while saving space in smaller areas. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of nesting tables from some of the top sellers around the world.
Who invented nesting tables?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
English cabinet maker Thomas Sheraton is credited with publishing the first drawings of nesting tables in the early 19th century, but they may have been used as early as the mid-18th century.
What were nesting tables used for?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Nesting tables typically consist of several different sizes of tables designed to fit underneath one another — they were initially intended to save space in the drawing room. The tables were pulled out as needed and used for playing chess, needlepoint and engaging in other leisurely activities. Shop a collection of nesting tables on 1stDibs from top sellers worldwide.
Why is it called a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
Coffee tables were originally used in living spaces during social gatherings to support a tray containing multiple mugs, a coffee pot, creamers and sugar bowls. Low to the ground and centrally located in the space, coffee tables reduced the host or hostess’s need to constantly stand and serve her guests.
Can a coffee table be too low?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
Yes, a coffee table can be too low. Most experts recommend choosing a coffee table that is around one to two inches lower than the seat height of your sofa or loveseat. You may find it difficult to access items on the tabletop while seated if you choose a shorter table. In addition, an overly low coffee table can make a room feel cramped or unbalanced. However, there are exceptions to this rule. Sometimes, designers intentionally place ultra-low coffee tables in spaces to create a bold contrast in a large room. Feel free to break from convention when choosing a coffee table. What's most important is that the finished result appeals to you and allows you to enjoy your seating area to the fullest. Shop a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary coffee tables on 1stDibs.
Who invented the coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
No one knows for sure who invented the coffee table. The earliest examples of the occasional table can be traced back to Victorian-era Britain. At that time, makers like William Watt and Collinson and Lock were producing coffee tables in large quantities.

Notably, F. Stuart Foote, the designer behind the American Imperial Furniture Company, claimed to have invented the coffee table in the early 20th century. He stated that he did so by cutting down the legs of a dining table. However, it's unlikely that Foote is the actual inventor of the coffee table, as books describing coffee tables existed in the UK a decade before his birth in 1872.

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What size should a coffee table be?
1 Answer
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 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Typically, an ottoman is not a coffee table. An ottoman is a small cushioned seat without a back or arm rests. You can shop a collection of vintage and contemporary ottomans from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between a coffee table and a cocktail table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
While both pieces are relatively new to the furniture world, the main difference between them are their shapes. A cocktail table is generally square or rectangular in shape, while a coffee table tends to be oval or circular in shape. You can shop a collection of furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between a sofa table and a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
The difference between a sofa table and a coffee table is that a sofa table is always behind the sofa and a coffee table is in front of it. Additionally, a sofa table is the same height as the sofa and a coffee table is much shorter.
What is the difference between a center table and a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
The difference between a center table and a coffee table is usually size. Center tables tend to be larger-sized accent tables placed in the center of seating areas. On the other hand, coffee tables are smaller tables usually positioned in front of sofas and loveseats. On 1stDibs, find a variety of center tables and coffee tables.
Are end tables taller than coffee tables?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
Yes, end tables are generally taller than coffee tables.

The term “end table” is frequently used interchangeably with “coffee table,” and while these two furnishings have much in common, each table type offers its own distinctive benefits in your space.

Your end table is likely going to stand as tall as the arms of your sofa, and its depth will match the seating. These attributes allow for tucking the table neatly at the end of your sofa in order to provide an elevated surface between your seating and the wall. End tables are accent pieces — they’re a close cousin to side tables, but side tables, not unlike the show-stealing low-profile coffee table, are intended to be positioned prominently and have more to do with the flow and design of a room than an end table, which does a great job but does it out of the way of everything else.

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What is the difference between a coffee table and a console table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
The difference between a coffee table and a console table is in the design. A coffee table is a low table that comes in many shapes, such as surfaces that are rectangles, squares, ovals or circles. Console tables are taller and usually have elongated shapes, such as ovals, rectangles or semicircles. Placement is another differentiator between the two types of tables. Coffee tables usually go in front of sofas and loveseats, while console tables may be placed behind a sofa or loveseat or along a wall. Find a large collection of coffee tables and console tables on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between a side table and a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
The difference between a side table and a coffee table is mainly in the size and shape. Coffee tables usually feature larger tops but shorter legs. People typically place them in front of a sofa or a loveseat to rest books, drinks, remote controls and other items. Side tables also store items, but they are usually positioned beside an accent chair or at the ends of a sofa or loveseat. Shop a diverse assortment of side tables and coffee tables on 1stDibs.
Is there a difference between a coffee table and a cocktail table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
"Coffee table" and "cocktail table" are used interchangeably; cocktail table is the more traditional term, often applied to lower, more formal designs.
What is the standard size of a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
There isn't really a standard size of a coffee table. Manufacturers produce coffee tables in a range of sizes and shapes. However, many rectangular tables are around 45 to 48 inches in length by 25 to 28 inches in width. Heights typically range from 16 to 18 inches. Shop a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
What is a tray top coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
Tray top coffee tables are coffee tables with long, flat rectangular surfaces that are supported by an x-frame base. Low tables that were initially used as tea or coffee tables have been around since at least the mid- to late-1800s. After coffee drinking and “coffee breaks” became popular, it didn’t take long for coffee and cocktail tables to become a design staple and for consumers to recognize their role in entertaining no matter what beverages were being served. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary tray top coffee tables from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
When did coffee tables become popular?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
Coffee tables became popular in the 1920s and ’30s. Pieces from this time period often show off the characteristics of Art Deco design, such as metal accents, mirrored finishes and the use of exotic woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. Coffee tables first came into use during the Victorian era, largely in response to the rise of coffee houses in London. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary coffee tables.
How do you style an oval coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
To style an oval coffee table, create balance with opposites. Choose a sofa and accent chairs with a boxier shape for a striking contrast. Place a rectangular tray in the center and use it to display decorative accents or to store remotes and coasters. Another approach to decorating an oval table is to use decorative accents at different heights. Think of a tall vase placed next to a low bowl and a small sculpture positioned on top of two stacked coffee table books. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of oval coffee tables.

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