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.

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 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.

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 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.

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 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.

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.

How much does a coffee table cost?

On 1stdibs, a coffee table costs between $160 and $495,500.

How do I style a Noguchi coffee table?

Styling a Noguchi coffee table really depends on the space you’re placing it in. The possibilities are far-reaching, so consider the colors and coordination of the other furniture and fixtures around the table. Noguchi tables look beautiful on their own or styled with flowers, books or pottery. Shop a selection of Isamu Noguchi pieces on 1stDibs.

How do you stack books on a coffee table?

To stack books on a coffee table, place the largest one on the bottom with the spine facing the focal piece of furniture, usually the sofa. Then, add the next largest, lining up the inner edges so that the spines create a stepped effect. Continue adding books to complete the stack and top it off with a decorative object if you wish. Shop a variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

Should a coffee table be lower than a couch?

Yes, a coffee table should generally be lower than a couch. However, the top of the table should only be slightly lower than the couch to maintain a balanced look. A good rule of thumb is to choose a table no more than one inch shorter than your sofa's seat height. Explore a large collection of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

How big should a coffee table be for a sectional?

How big a coffee table for a sectional should be depends on the dimensions of the sectional. For a balanced look, a coffee table should be roughly two-thirds of the length of the sofa portion of a sofa and chaise sectional. If you have an L-shaped sofa, the coffee table should be around two-thirds of the length of each arm. Find a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

What is the average height of a coffee table?

The average height of a coffee table is around 16 to 18 inches. Designers typically choose this height to create a balance between coffee tables and sofas. The average seat height of sofas is 17 to 18 inches, and experts typically recommend that coffee tables be no more than 1 inch shorter than sofa-seat height. Explore a diverse assortment of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

What is the best coffee table for a sectional?

The best coffee table for a sectional can be a round coffee table, particularly with respect to U-shaped sectionals. The circular design creates a sense of balance in small spaces and renders it easy for guests to move to and fro, especially when surrounded by chairs. Find a collection of antique and vintage coffee tables on 1stDibs today.

How do I authenticate my Noguchi coffee table?

To authenticate your Noguchi coffee table, there are three different marks to look for. Isamu Noguchi’s signature will be on the edge of the table and on a medallion under the base. Even under the medallion, you will find Noguchi’s initials. Shop a collection of properly vetted Noguchi pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is a tall coffee table called?

A tall coffee table is usually called exactly that — a tall coffee table. Coffee tables, also referred to as cocktail tables, are generally designed to sit at or below the sofa's seat height. These tables may come in a range of sizes, but they are often between 16 and 18 inches high and are designed in a variety of lengths and widths. They’re meant to provide a practical table-top surface that complements your living room layout. (A tall version might also be suitable for use as a dining table.) Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tall coffee tables from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

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.

Are glass coffee tables durable?

Whether glass coffee tables are durable depends on the craftsmanship and the materials. Generally, tables with tempered glass are less likely to shatter and break. How well you care for a coffee table will also impact its life span. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of glass coffee tables.

Overlapping Coffee Table

Metal Glider

French Nest Of Tables

Multi Level Table

Rainbow Table

Stainless Steel Rock Tables

Chance Glass

Rocking Bench

Orange Side Table

Category

2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Contemporary sculptural Side Table by Hessentia in aluminium casting, real meta

H 11.03 in W 21.66 in D 21.66 in

Ebonized Wood Two Tier Coffee Table, Indonesia, Contemporary

Located in New York, NY

Contemporary Indonesian ebonized mango wood two tier overlapping coffee table. Lower table

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Tables

Materials

Wood

Ebonized Wood Two Tier Coffee Table, Indonesia, Contemporary

H 18 in W 29 in D 23 in

Contemporary sculptural Side Table by Hessentia in aluminium casting, real metal

By HESSENTIA, Cornelio Cappellini

Located in Carate, Brianza (MB)

Overlap coffee table is completely made of aluminium. It is obtained by casting the aluminium into

Category

2010s Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Contemporary sculptural Side Table by Hessentia in aluminium casting, real metal

H 17.72 in W 14.97 in D 14.97 in

Large Coffee Table in Mahogany and Sycamore with Overlapping Levels, circa 1950s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Large coffee table with overlapping squares and rectangles. Sycamore and mahogany levels with

Category

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

Materials

Gold Leaf

Large Coffee Table in Mahogany and Sycamore with Overlapping Levels, circa 1950s

H 18.25 in W 57 in D 55 in

Iconic Cesare Lacca Style Overlapping Cocktail Tables '2 Pieces'

By Cesare Lacca

Located in East Hampton, NY

knife-edge amorphic shaped tables with crackle lacquer top designs (vintage and original). Important

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Iconic Cesare Lacca Style Overlapping Cocktail Tables '2 Pieces'

H 17.5 in W 78 in D 18 in

Geometrik Coffee Table, Contemporary Architectural Steel Coffee Table

By Nada Debs

Located in New York, NY

The Geometrik coffee table by the architect Nada Debs is a composition of three geometric shapes

Category

2010s Lebanese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Geometrik Coffee Table, Contemporary Architectural Steel Coffee Table

H 17.75 in W 49 in D 48 in

Lotus 96 Coffee Table

Located in Carrara, Toscana

. Like the big leaves of the aquatic plant, the tabletops can be held at different levels and overlapped

Category

2010s Italian Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Steel

Lotus 96 Coffee Table

H 11.82 in Dm 37.8 in

Lotus 74 Coffee Table

Located in Carrara, Toscana

. Like the big leaves of the aquatic plant, the tabletops can be held at different levels and overlapped

Category

2010s Italian Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Steel

Lotus 74 Coffee Table

H 13.39 in Dm 29.93 in

Lotus 42 Coffee Table

Located in Carrara, Toscana

. Like the big leaves of the aquatic plant, the tabletops can be held at different levels and overlapped

Category

2010s Italian Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Steel

Lotus 42 Coffee Table

H 14.97 in Dm 16.54 in

Mid-Century Italian Travertine Coffee Table

Located in Austin, TX

Coffee table from Italy in the mid-century style. This piece is made with a large travertine

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Travertine

Mid-Century Italian Travertine Coffee Table

H 12 in Dm 38.5 in

Trinity, Coffee Table from GAS collection

Located in Beirut, LB

This table has its unique way of overlapping its surfaces to keep both function and aesthetics Hand

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Lebanese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel, Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf

Trinity, Coffee Table from GAS collection

H 15.75 in W 64.97 in D 47.25 in

Erode Coffee Table by Aaron Scott

By Aaron Scott Design

Located in Geneve, CH

Erode Coffee Table by Aaron Scott Dimensions: Ø 91.5 x H 30.5 cm Materials: White oak and glass

Category

2010s American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Oak, Glass

Erode Coffee Table by Aaron Scott

H 12.01 in Dm 36.03 in

N2 Coffee Table by Aaron Scott

By Aaron Scott Design

Located in Geneve, CH

N2 coffee table by Aaron Scott Dimensions: D 122 x W 122 x H 41 cm Materials: bleached cherry

Category

2010s American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Cherry

N2 Coffee Table by Aaron Scott

H 16.15 in W 48.04 in D 48.04 in

Loch Coffee Table by Aaron Scott

By Aaron Scott Design

Located in Geneve, CH

Loch coffee table by Aaron Scott Dimensions: D 137.5 x W 137.5 x H 36 cm Materials: atlantic

Category

2010s American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Cedar

Loch Coffee Table by Aaron Scott

H 14.18 in W 54.14 in D 54.14 in

N3 Coffee Table by Aaron Scott

By Aaron Scott Design

Located in Geneve, CH

N3 Coffee Table by Aaron Scott Dimensions: D 122 x W 122 x H 41 cm Materials: Walnut, Glass

Category

2010s American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Walnut

N3 Coffee Table by Aaron Scott

H 16.15 in W 48.04 in D 48.04 in

Contemporary crafted Table, Coffe table, SideTable and cocktail table in walnut

By Cara e Davide

Located in Meolo, Venezia

objects the centerpiece of any environment. A storage unit, a mirror or a table that establishes a

Category

2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Contemporary crafted Table, Coffe table, SideTable and cocktail table in walnut

H 20.48 in Dm 22.45 in

Medium Alentejo Acrylic Coffee Table by InsidherLand

Located in Geneve, CH

Medium Alentejo Acrylic Coffee Table by InsidherLand Dimensions: D 74 x W 74 x H 49 cm. Materials

Category

2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Medium Alentejo Acrylic Coffee Table by InsidherLand

H 19.3 in W 29.14 in D 29.14 in

N3 Walnut Coffee Table by Aaron Scott

By Aaron Scott Design

Located in Geneve, CH

N3 Coffee Table by Aaron Scott Dimensions: D 122 x W 122 x H 41 cm Materials: Walnut, Glass

Category

2010s American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Walnut

N3 Walnut Coffee Table by Aaron Scott

H 16.15 in W 48.04 in D 48.04 in

Minimalist Brazilian Coffee Table 'Frame' by Samuel Lamas

By Samuel Lamas

Located in Brasilia, DF

coffee table is a honest piece that seems to float with discreet and striking presence. This light

Category

2010s Brazilian Minimalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Minimalist Brazilian Coffee Table 'Frame' by Samuel Lamas

H 9.85 in W 39.38 in D 39.38 in

Contemporary Tavola Coffee Table in Black Stained Wood

Located in London, GB

Tavola is a simple yet sophisticated side table defined by a composition of solid planks that

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Contemporary Tavola Coffee Table in Black Stained Wood

H 15.75 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Black Marble Zorro Coffee Table, Note Design Studio

By Note Design Studio

Located in Geneve, CH

Zorro is a coffee table. It’s Minimalist and ingenious Z-structure supports two overlapping trays

Category

2010s French Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Black Marble Zorro Coffee Table, Note Design Studio

H 13.78 in W 45.28 in D 31.5 in

Coffee Table Disallineato Model by Studio Superego, Italy

By Studio Superego

Located in Milan, Italy

Coffee table model Disallineato in multi-color plexiglass with an overlap of misaligned rectangular

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Plexiglass

Coffee Table Disallineato Model by Studio Superego, Italy

H 19.69 in W 19.69 in D 13.78 in

"Geometria: Cerchi #4, " Coffee Table by Gaspare Asaro

By Gaspare & Vittorio Asaro

Located in New York, NY

The Geometria: Cerchi #4 table elevates the minimalist form of the cylinder by joining and

Category

2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

"Geometria: Cerchi #4, " Coffee Table by Gaspare Asaro

H 18.5 in W 25 in D 52 in

Low Alentejo Estremoz Marble Coffee Table by InsidherLand

Located in Geneve, CH

Low Alentejo Estremoz Marble Coffee Table by InsidherLand Dimensions: D 62 x W 62 x H 42 cm

Category

2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

Low Alentejo Estremoz Marble Coffee Table by InsidherLand

H 16.54 in W 24.41 in D 24.41 in

Medium Alentejo Carrara Marble Coffee Table by InsidherLand

Located in Geneve, CH

Medium Alentejo Carrara Marble Coffee Table by InsidherLand Dimensions: D 74 x W 74 x H 49 cm

Category

2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

Medium Alentejo Carrara Marble Coffee Table by InsidherLand

H 19.3 in W 29.14 in D 29.14 in

Coffee Table Disallineato Model by Studio Superego, Italy

By Studio Superego

Located in Milan, Italy

Coffee table model Disallineato in multi-color plexiglass with an overlap of misaligned rectangular

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Plexiglass

Coffee Table Disallineato Model by Studio Superego, Italy

H 15.75 in W 35.44 in D 19.69 in

ClassiCon Bow Coffee Table No. 6 by Guilherme Torres

By Guilherme Torres

Located in New York, NY

Bow Coffee Table No. 6 Guilherme Torres, 2022 Inspired by 1970s lines and designs, Brazilian

Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

ClassiCon Bow Coffee Table No. 6 by Guilherme Torres

H 14.57 in W 39.38 in D 27.56 in

ClassiCon Bow Coffee Table No. 3 by Guilherme Torres

By Guilherme Torres

Located in New York, NY

Inspired by 1970s lines and designs, Brazilian Guilherme Torres presents a side table or coffee

Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

ClassiCon Bow Coffee Table No. 3 by Guilherme Torres

H 12.21 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in

ClassiCon Bow Coffee Table No. 5 by Guilherme Torres

By Guilherme Torres

Located in New York, NY

Inspired by 1970s lines and designs, Brazilian Guilherme Torres presents a side table or coffee

Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

ClassiCon Bow Coffee Table No. 5 by Guilherme Torres

H 9.85 in W 39.38 in D 39.38 in

ClassiCon Bow Coffee Table No. 4 by Guilherme Torres

By Guilherme Torres

Located in New York, NY

Inspired by 1970s lines and designs, Brazilian Guilherme Torres presents a side table or coffee

Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

ClassiCon Bow Coffee Table No. 4 by Guilherme Torres

H 7.49 in W 39.38 in D 7.49 in

Coffee Table, Walnut - Designed and Produced by Fernweh Woodworking

By Fernweh Woodworking

Located in Bend, OR

As an extension of the Oxbend collection, we would like to introduce the Oxbend Coffee Table

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Co...

Materials

Hardwood, Ash

Coffee Table, Walnut - Designed and Produced by Fernweh Woodworking

H 16 in W 35 in D 50 in

Sunshine – 21st Century Crema Marble Coffee Table by Luca Scacchetti

By Luca Scacchetti

Located in Cologna Veneta, IT

The Sunshine coffee table is an example of when design and furniture merge with art. Sunshine

Category

2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Carrara Marble

Sunshine – 21st Century Crema Marble Coffee Table by Luca Scacchetti

H 16.93 in W 66.93 in D 66.93 in

ClassiCon Set of 3 Bow Coffee Table by Guilherme Torres

By Guilherme Torres

Located in New York, NY

Inspired by 1970s lines and designs, Brazilian Guilherme Torres presents a side table or coffee

Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

ClassiCon Set of 3 Bow Coffee Table by Guilherme Torres

H 12.21 in W 66.93 in D 12.21 in

50s Sculpted Wooden Coffee Table, Brutalist and Minimalist, France, 1950

Located in Paris, FR

This coffee table is a unique design piece. . 50s sculpted wooden coffee table - brutalist and

Category

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

Materials

Wood

50s Sculpted Wooden Coffee Table, Brutalist and Minimalist, France, 1950

H 2,372.05 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in

Coffee table made with fabulous millenary olive wood. Unique piece.

By Raoul Gilioli

Located in Torino, IT

This coffee table is part of a collection inspired by the nature created by the artist and designer

Category

2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Acrylic, Wood

Coffee table made with fabulous millenary olive wood. Unique piece.

H 8.67 in W 60.24 in D 34.65 in

Coffee Table, Charcoal Ash - Designed and Produced by Fernweh Woodworking

By Fernweh Woodworking

Located in Bend, OR

As an extension of the Oxbend collection, we would like to introduce the Oxbend Coffee Table

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Co...

Materials

Hardwood, Ash

Coffee Table, Charcoal Ash - Designed and Produced by Fernweh Woodworking

H 16 in W 35 in D 50 in

Geometria Cerchi 4 Coffee Table Brass Version by Gaspare Asaro

By Gaspare & Vittorio Asaro, form A

Located in New York, NY

The Geometria: Cerchi 4 table elevates the minimalist form of the cylinder by joining and

Category

2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Geometria Cerchi 4 Coffee Table Brass Version by Gaspare Asaro

H 18 in W 54 in D 24 in

Vega Coffee Table Marble Contemporary Design Spain Synthesis Collection in Stock

By Meddel, Joaquín Moll

Located in VALVERDE DEL MAJANO, CL

and dining tables. Vega Coffee is a star shaped structure with overlapping lines and its design has an

Category

2010s Spanish Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Crystal, Limestone, Marble, Metal

Vega Coffee Table Marble Contemporary Design Spain Synthesis Collection in Stock

H 13.78 in W 51.19 in D 51.19 in

Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin Rosewood Nesting Sofa & Coffee Tables + Pair Benches

By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin

Located in Philadelphia, PA

his most exclusive items, rosewood. At perfect heights to be sofa + coffee tables, they tables overlap

Category

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

Materials

Upholstery, Rosewood

Milo Baughman Thayer Coggin Rosewood Nesting Sofa & Coffee Tables + Pair Benches

H 24.5 in W 71 in D 22 in

Studio Buzao, Null Coffee Table Hot Pink Edition, Laminated Glass

By Buzao

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

block. When overlap with dazzling, and non-natural color, present an effect of partly hidden and partly

Category

2010s Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass

Studio Buzao, Null Coffee Table Hot Pink Edition, Laminated Glass

H 15.75 in W 39.38 in D 39.38 in

Geometria: Cerchi #4 Coffee Table by Gaspare Asaro-Polished Steel Version

By Gaspare & Vittorio Asaro, form A

Located in New York, NY

The Geometria: Cerchi #4 table elevates the minimalist form of the cylinder by joining and

Category

2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Geometria: Cerchi #4 Coffee Table by Gaspare Asaro-Polished Steel Version

H 18 in W 24 in D 54 in

Studio Buzao, Null Coffee Table Hot Pink Edition, Laminated Glass

By Buzao

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

block. When overlap with dazzling, and non-natural color, present an effect of partly hidden and partly

Category

2010s Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass

Studio Buzao, Null Coffee Table Hot Pink Edition, Laminated Glass

H 15.75 in W 39.38 in D 39.38 in

Geometria Cerchi 4 Coffee Table Polished Steel Version by Gaspare Asaro

By Gaspare & Vittorio Asaro, form A

Located in New York, NY

The Geometria: Cerchi 4 table elevates the minimalist form of the cylinder by joining and

Category

2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Geometria Cerchi 4 Coffee Table Polished Steel Version by Gaspare Asaro

H 18 in W 54 in D 24 in

Blue Zorro Coffee Table by Note Design Studio for La Chance

By Note Design Studio

Located in FR

Zorro is a Minimalist yet graphical coffee table. The masked hero signature inspired the ingenious

Category

2010s French Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Blue Zorro Coffee Table by Note Design Studio for La Chance

H 14.18 in W 42.52 in D 31.5 in

Zorro Coffee Table, Marquina by Note Design Studio for La Chance

By Note Design Studio

Located in FR

Zorro is a minimalist yet graphical coffee table. The masked hero signature inspired the ingenious

Category

2010s French Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Zorro Coffee Table, Marquina by Note Design Studio for La Chance

H 14.18 in W 42.52 in D 31.5 in

Florida, Coffee Table in Rosewood and Grey Shell with Stainless Steel Legs

Located in Beirut, LB

An encounter between RIVA and Eclipse tables, this boat shaped table is carefully crafted into an

Category

2010s Lebanese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Florida, Coffee Table in Rosewood and Grey Shell with Stainless Steel Legs

H 16.54 in W 74.81 in D 31.5 in

20th Century Ico Parisi Coffee Table with Magazine Rack model Dione Stildomus

By Ico Parisi, Stildomus

Located in Turin, Turin

Here the theme of the coffee table with magazine rack, which the author Ico Parisi first dedicated

Category

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

Materials

Glass, Wood

20th Century Ico Parisi Coffee Table with Magazine Rack model Dione Stildomus

H 15.75 in W 31.3 in D 31.5 in

Zorro Coffee Table White Marble Tops Polished Steel Leg By La Chance

By La Chance

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Zorro is a minimalist yet graphical coffee table. The masked hero signature inspired the ingenious

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Stainless Steel

Zorro Coffee Table White Marble Tops Polished Steel Leg By La Chance

H 14.21 in W 31.51 in D 42.51 in

Zorro Coffee Table Black Marble Tops Polished Steel Leg By La Chance

By La Chance

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Zorro is a minimalist yet graphical coffee table. The masked hero signature inspired the ingenious

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Stainless Steel

Zorro Coffee Table Black Marble Tops Polished Steel Leg By La Chance

H 14.21 in W 31.51 in D 42.51 in

"Acca" wood and Glass Coffee Table by Kazuhide Takahama for Gavina 60s

By Dino Gavina, Kazuhide Takahama

Located in Padova, IT

Coffee table and magazine rack "Acca" model designed by japanese architect Kazuhide Takahama and

Category

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

Materials

Glass, Wood

"Acca" wood and Glass Coffee Table by Kazuhide Takahama for Gavina 60s

H 15.75 in W 51.19 in D 19.3 in

Chrome and Ebonized Wood Coffee Table with Swivel Glass Top, 1990's

Located in Nantucket, MA

This table came from a decommissioned European cruise ship from the 1990's. It has an ebonized base

Category

Late 20th Century European Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Chrome

Chrome and Ebonized Wood Coffee Table with Swivel Glass Top, 1990's

H 19 in W 36 in D 32 in

Itzel Transparent and Etched Kiln Cast Glass Coffee Table Set by Fred&Juul

By Fred&Juul

Located in Fiesole, Florence

-piece sets of cast glass coffee tables in green&blue, blue&purple and transparent&etched cast glass

Category

2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Murano Glass

Itzel Transparent and Etched Kiln Cast Glass Coffee Table Set by Fred&Juul

H 17.72 in W 55.12 in D 39.38 in

Soda Blown Murano Glass Oval Coffee Table in Petrol by Yiannis Ghikas

By Yiannis Ghikas, Miniforms

Located in Brooklyn, NY

-glass coffee tables. Available in two sizes and two colours, Amber and Petrol Green, the coffee table

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Blown Glass

Soda Blown Murano Glass Oval Coffee Table in Petrol by Yiannis Ghikas

H 11.82 in W 27.56 in D 17.72 in

Soda Blown Murano Glass Oval Coffee Table in Amber by Yiannis Ghikas

By Yiannis Ghikas, Miniforms

Located in Brooklyn, NY

-glass coffee tables. Available in two sizes and two colours, Amber and Petrol Green, the coffee table

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Blown Glass

Soda Blown Murano Glass Oval Coffee Table in Amber by Yiannis Ghikas

H 11.82 in W 27.56 in D 17.72 in

Soda Blown Murano Glass Oval Coffee Table in Blue by Yiannis Ghikas

By Yiannis Ghikas, Miniforms

Located in Brooklyn, NY

-glass coffee tables. Available in two sizes and two colours, Amber and Petrol Green, the coffee table

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Blown Glass

Soda Blown Murano Glass Oval Coffee Table in Blue by Yiannis Ghikas

H 11.82 in W 27.56 in D 17.72 in

Soda Blown Murano Glass Oval Coffee Table in Amethyst by Yiannis Ghikas

By Yiannis Ghikas, Miniforms

Located in Brooklyn, NY

-glass coffee tables. Available in two sizes and two colours, Amber and Petrol Green, the coffee table

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Blown Glass

Soda Blown Murano Glass Oval Coffee Table in Amethyst by Yiannis Ghikas

H 11.82 in W 27.56 in D 17.72 in

Da Vinci Center Coffee Table in Glass with Polished Brass by Richard Hutten

By Richard Hutten, Ghidini 1961

Located in Brooklyn, NY

human body perfection: this is how the designer sees this central coffee table shaped perfectly with the

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Glass

Da Vinci Center Coffee Table in Glass with Polished Brass by Richard Hutten

H 13.78 in W 39.38 in D 39.38 in

Soda Blown Murano Glass High Coffee Table in Amber by Yiannis Ghikas

By Yiannis Ghikas, Miniforms

Located in Brooklyn, NY

-glass coffee tables. Available in two sizes and two colours, Amber and Petrol Green, the coffee table

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Blown Glass

Soda Blown Murano Glass High Coffee Table in Amber by Yiannis Ghikas

H 17.72 in Dm 14.97 in

Soda Blown Murano Glass Square Coffee Table in Amber by Yiannis Ghikas

By Yiannis Ghikas, Miniforms

Located in Brooklyn, NY

collection of 20 kilos-volume of Murano blown-glass coffee tables. Available in two sizes and two colours

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Blown Glass

Soda Blown Murano Glass Square Coffee Table in Amber by Yiannis Ghikas

H 15.75 in W 20.87 in D 20.87 in

Soda Blown Murano Glass High Coffee Table in Petrol by Yiannis Ghikas

By Miniforms, Yiannis Ghikas

Located in Brooklyn, NY

-glass coffee tables. Available in two sizes and two colours, Amber and Petrol Green, the coffee table

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Blown Glass

Soda Blown Murano Glass High Coffee Table in Petrol by Yiannis Ghikas

H 17.72 in Dm 14.97 in

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Overlapping Coffee Table For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal overlapping coffee table for your home. Each overlapping coffee table for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wood and glass. If you’re shopping for an overlapping coffee table, we have 14 options in-stock, while there are 97 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect overlapping coffee table — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. An overlapping coffee table is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in modern, mid-century modern and Scandinavian Modern styles are sought with frequency. A well-made overlapping coffee table has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Ghidini 1961, Buzao and Poiat are consistently popular.

How Much is a Overlapping Coffee Table?

Prices for an overlapping coffee table can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $78 and can go as high as $21,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,402.

Finding the Right coffee-tables-cocktail-tables for You

As a practical focal point in your living area, antique and vintage coffee tables and cocktail tables are an invaluable addition to any interior.

Low tables that were initially used as tea tables or coffee tables have been around since at least the mid- to late-1800s. Early coffee tables surfaced in Victorian-era England, likely influenced by the use of tea tables in Japanese tea gardens. In the United States, furniture makers worked to introduce low, long tables into their offerings as the popularity of coffee and “coffee breaks” took hold during the late 19th century and early 20th century.

It didn’t take long for coffee tables and cocktail tables to become a design staple and for consumers to recognize their role in entertaining no matter what beverages were being served. Originally, these tables were as simple as they are practical — as high as your sofa and made primarily of wood. In recent years, however, metal, glass and plastics have become popular in coffee tables and cocktail tables, and design hasn’t been restricted to the conventional low profile, either.

Visionary craftspeople such as Paul Evans introduced bold, geometric designs that challenge the traditional idea of what a coffee table can be. The elongated rectangles and wide boxy forms of Evans’s desirable Cityscape coffee table, for example, will meet your needs but undoubtedly prove imposing in your living space.

If you’re shopping for an older coffee table to bring into your home — be it an antique Georgian-style coffee table made of mahogany or walnut with decorative inlays or a classic square mid-century modern piece comprised of rosewood designed by the likes of Ettore Sottsass — there are a few things you should keep in mind.

Both the table itself and what you put on it should align with the overall design of the room, not just by what you think looks fashionable in isolation. According to interior designer Tamara Eaton, the material of your vintage coffee table is something you need to consider. “With a glass coffee table, you also have to think about the surface underneath, like the rug or floor,” she says. “With wood and stone tables, you think about what’s on top.”

Find the perfect centerpiece for any room, no matter what your personal furniture style on 1stDibs. Browse a vast selection of antique, new and vintage coffee table and cocktail tables today.

Questions About Overlapping Coffee Table

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.
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 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.
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 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.
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 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.
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.
How much does a coffee table cost?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, a coffee table costs between $160 and $495,500.
How do I style a Noguchi coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Styling a Noguchi coffee table really depends on the space you’re placing it in. The possibilities are far-reaching, so consider the colors and coordination of the other furniture and fixtures around the table. Noguchi tables look beautiful on their own or styled with flowers, books or pottery. Shop a selection of Isamu Noguchi pieces on 1stDibs.
How do you stack books on a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
To stack books on a coffee table, place the largest one on the bottom with the spine facing the focal piece of furniture, usually the sofa. Then, add the next largest, lining up the inner edges so that the spines create a stepped effect. Continue adding books to complete the stack and top it off with a decorative object if you wish. Shop a variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
Should a coffee table be lower than a couch?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
Yes, a coffee table should generally be lower than a couch. However, the top of the table should only be slightly lower than the couch to maintain a balanced look. A good rule of thumb is to choose a table no more than one inch shorter than your sofa's seat height. Explore a large collection of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
How big should a coffee table be for a sectional?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
How big a coffee table for a sectional should be depends on the dimensions of the sectional. For a balanced look, a coffee table should be roughly two-thirds of the length of the sofa portion of a sofa and chaise sectional. If you have an L-shaped sofa, the coffee table should be around two-thirds of the length of each arm. Find a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
What is the average height of a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
The average height of a coffee table is around 16 to 18 inches. Designers typically choose this height to create a balance between coffee tables and sofas. The average seat height of sofas is 17 to 18 inches, and experts typically recommend that coffee tables be no more than 1 inch shorter than sofa-seat height. Explore a diverse assortment of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
What is the best coffee table for a sectional?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
The best coffee table for a sectional can be a round coffee table, particularly with respect to U-shaped sectionals. The circular design creates a sense of balance in small spaces and renders it easy for guests to move to and fro, especially when surrounded by chairs. Find a collection of antique and vintage coffee tables on 1stDibs today.
How do I authenticate my Noguchi coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To authenticate your Noguchi coffee table, there are three different marks to look for. Isamu Noguchi’s signature will be on the edge of the table and on a medallion under the base. Even under the medallion, you will find Noguchi’s initials. Shop a collection of properly vetted Noguchi pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is a tall coffee table called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
A tall coffee table is usually called exactly that — a tall coffee table. Coffee tables, also referred to as cocktail tables, are generally designed to sit at or below the sofa's seat height. These tables may come in a range of sizes, but they are often between 16 and 18 inches high and are designed in a variety of lengths and widths. They’re meant to provide a practical table-top surface that complements your living room layout. (A tall version might also be suitable for use as a dining table.) Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tall coffee tables from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
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.
Are glass coffee tables durable?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
Whether glass coffee tables are durable depends on the craftsmanship and the materials. Generally, tables with tempered glass are less likely to shatter and break. How well you care for a coffee table will also impact its life span. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of glass coffee tables.

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