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.

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.

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 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.

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.

How do you date a Lane coffee table?

To date a Lane coffee table, look for the serial number on the underside of the piece. On most Lane coffee tables, reading the number from right to left will tell you the date that the table was manufactured. For example, a serial number that says 852140 would have been produced on April 12, 1958. Founded in Virginia in the early 20th century, Lane is largely known for its cedar chests and innovative mid-century modern designs. Find a variety of Lane coffee tables on 1stDibs.

What is the best height for a coffee table?

The best height for a coffee table is around 1 to 2 inches lower than the seat height of the adjacent sofa. Most sofas feature seat heights of around 17 or 18 inches. As a result, the most common height for coffee tables is 15 to 17 inches. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of coffee tables.

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 much does a coffee table cost?

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

Piano Coffee Table

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Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Stunning Liberace Style Mirrored Faux Piano Coffee Table

H 16 in W 36 in D 49 in

Mirrored Piano Coffee Table, circa 1970s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Wonderfully eccentric, piano-shaped coffee or cocktail table, made of mirrored glass, circa 1970s

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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Mirrored Piano Coffee Table, circa 1970s

H 18.25 in W 35.5 in D 47 in

Teso 2736/1 - Table - Clear Tempered Glass by Renzo Piano, Fontana Arte

By Renzo Piano, Fontana Arte

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Renzo Piano made his design debut with a coordinated line of furnishing systems for FontanaArte

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass

Teso 2736/1 - Table - Clear Tempered Glass by Renzo Piano, Fontana Arte

H 28.75 in W 86.62 in D 33.47 in

Tessellated Hardstone Piano Shaped Coffee Table

Located in New York, NY

Midcentury black & white tessellated hard stone piano-shaped coffee table with faux piano keys and

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

Materials

Marble

Tessellated Hardstone Piano Shaped Coffee Table

H 17 in W 51 in D 40 in

Mid-Century Modern Piano Shape Mahogany Coffee Table

By Paul Laszlo

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Outstanding, midcentury modern, low, mahogany coffee table fearures a thick biomorphic, piano

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

Materials

Mahogany

Mid-Century Modern Piano Shape Mahogany Coffee Table

H 13 in W 54 in D 35.5 in

Antique Steinway Cast Iron Piano Frame Model a Grand Piano Now a Coffee Table

Located in Stamford, CT

Antique Steinway cast iron piano frame model a grand piano now a coffee or cocktail table of great

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Industrial Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Iron

Antique Steinway Cast Iron Piano Frame Model a Grand Piano Now a Coffee Table

H 17.75 in W 77 in D 57.75 in

Ellipse Coffee Table

By Isabelle Stanislas

Located in Paris, FR

agency which she founded in 2006. Influenced by the work of Tadao Ando, Renzo Piano and Louis Khan

Category

2010s French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass, Bronze

Ellipse Coffee Table

H 14.18 in Dm 51.19 in

Paulín Coffee Table by OHLA STUDIO

By Ohla Studio

Located in Geneve, CH

Paulín Coffee Table by OHLA STUDIO Dimensions: D 110 x W 110 x H 30 cm Materials: Brushed Aluminum

Category

2010s Mexican Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Paulín Coffee Table by OHLA STUDIO

H 11.82 in W 43.31 in D 43.31 in

Apocalypse Now Coffee Table by Carlo Forcolini

By Carlo Forcolini, Alias

Located in 성동구, KR

square coffee table in iron with legs in pyramid structure. In the center of the piano is the lamp, the

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

Materials

Iron, Metal, Steel

Apocalypse Now Coffee Table by Carlo Forcolini

H 17.33 in W 47.25 in D 47.25 in

Pianist Carrara Marble Coffee Table by InsidherLand

Located in Geneve, CH

Pianist Carrara Marble Coffee Table by InsidherLand Dimensions: D 75 x W 130 x H 38 cm. Materials

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2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

Pianist Carrara Marble Coffee Table by InsidherLand

H 14.97 in W 51.19 in D 29.53 in

Pianist Calacatta Marble Coffee Table by InsidherLand

Located in Geneve, CH

Pianist Calacatta Marble Coffee Table by InsidherLand Dimensions: D 75 x W 130 x H 38 cm. Materials

Category

2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

Pianist Calacatta Marble Coffee Table by InsidherLand

H 14.97 in W 51.19 in D 29.53 in

Pianist Estremoz Marble Coffee Table by InsidherLand

Located in Geneve, CH

Pianist Estremoz Marble Coffee Table by InsidherLand Dimensions: D 75 x W 130 x H 38 cm. Materials

Category

2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

Pianist Estremoz Marble Coffee Table by InsidherLand

H 14.97 in W 51.19 in D 29.53 in

Vintage Italian Travertine Teardrop Coffee Table by Ello

By Ello Furniture

Located in Boston, MA

Italian travertine teardrop coffee table in "piano travertine" by Ello, circa 1980s. Impressive and

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Vintage 1980s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Travertine

Vintage Italian Travertine Teardrop Coffee Table by Ello

H 14.75 in W 63.75 in D 43.25 in

Coffee Table 680 Sanzeno by Zanotta 1996s - Design -

Located in Foggia, FG

Condizioni: Molto Buone Coffee Table 680 Sanzeno by Zanotta 1996s - Design - Year: 1996 about Zanotta

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1990s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Crystal, Iron

Coffee Table 680 Sanzeno by Zanotta 1996s - Design -

H 15.75 in W 54.34 in D 31.5 in

Tavolino postmoderno in noce con piano fumè, Afra & Tobia Scarpa

Located in Palermo, IT

Tavolino da salotto italiano Mid-Century Post Modern in noce massiccio, piano in cristal fumè

Category

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

Materials

Art Glass, Wood

Tavolino postmoderno in noce con piano fumè, Afra & Tobia Scarpa

H 35 in W 75 in D 75 in

Pianist Nero Marquina Marble Coffee Table by InsidherLand

Located in Geneve, CH

coffee table, doesn't represent the piano but the hands of the artist, vehicle of technique and emotion

Category

2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

Pianist Nero Marquina Marble Coffee Table by InsidherLand

H 14.97 in W 51.19 in D 29.53 in

Vane Coffee Table Pearl White by Frank Chou

By Frank Chou

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Vane table has got a super clean and geometric outline. By shaping every edge into a similar form

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vane Coffee Table Pearl White by Frank Chou

H 13 in W 47.25 in D 47.25 in

Vane Coffee Table Lapis Blue by Frank Chou

By Frank Chou

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Vane table has got a super clean and geometric outline. By shaping every edge into a similar form

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vane Coffee Table Lapis Blue by Frank Chou

H 13 in W 47.25 in D 47.25 in

Gio Ponti style, coffe table in brass ''tripod'' 1950s

By Gio Ponti

Located in Palermo, IT

Rarissimo tavolino tripode italiano degli anni '30 in stile Gio Ponti, ottone dorato, piano in

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Gio Ponti style, coffe table in brass ''tripod'' 1950s

H 18.9 in W 29.53 in D 29.53 in

Convertible Coffee Table by Roche Bobois, Black Lacquer, France, 1970s

By Roche Bobois

Located in Regensburg, DE

Extraordinary convertible french designer sofa table or coffee table, circa 1970s. Design: Paul

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Vintage 1970s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Convertible Coffee Table by Roche Bobois, Black Lacquer, France, 1970s

H 14.77 in W 49.02 in D 31.3 in

Handcrafted coffee table with ceramic glass top and legs in walnut

Located in Manzano, IT

Tavolino artigianale con piano in vetro ceramico e gambe in noce PEZZI 1 PERIODO DEL DESIGN

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Vintage 1970s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Handcrafted coffee table with ceramic glass top and legs in walnut

H 11.82 in W 41.34 in D 25.2 in

Pianist Coffee Table, Estremoz & Brass, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa

By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa

Located in Maia, Porto

Best Table Design at the International Design & Architecture Awards 2022 The Pianist coffee table

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

Pianist Coffee Table, Estremoz & Brass, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa

H 14.97 in W 51.19 in D 29.53 in

21st Century Marcantonio Coffee Table Wood Inlay Black Lacquered Scapin

By MARCANTONIO

Located in Tezze sul Brenta, IT

Stump coffee table Stump coffee table imita le forme organiche dei ceppi di legno e delle loro

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

21st Century Marcantonio Coffee Table Wood Inlay Black Lacquered Scapin

H 14.57 in W 42.13 in D 23.63 in

Pianist Coffee Table, Calacatta & Brass, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa

By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa

Located in Maia, Porto

Best Table Design at the International Design & Architecture Awards 2022 The Pianist coffee table

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

Pianist Coffee Table, Calacatta & Brass, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa

H 14.97 in W 51.19 in D 29.53 in

Pianist Coffee Table, Estremoz & Steel, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa

By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa

Located in Maia, Porto

Best Table Design at the International Design & Architecture Awards 2022 The Pianist coffee table

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Stainless Steel

Pianist Coffee Table, Estremoz & Steel, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa

H 14.97 in W 51.19 in D 29.53 in

Pianist Coffee Table, Carrara Brass, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa

By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa

Located in Maia, Porto

Best Table Design at the International Design & Architecture Awards 2022 The Pianist coffee table

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

Pianist Coffee Table, Carrara Brass, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa

H 14.97 in W 51.19 in D 29.53 in

Art Deco wooden coffee table with circular glass top. 1930s

Located in Torino, IT

Tavolino basso, coffee table MATERIALI Legno di noce, piano in vetro DIMENSIONI Ø 61 cm H 53 cm

Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Art Deco wooden coffee table with circular glass top. 1930s

H 20.87 in Dm 24.02 in

Pianist Coffee Table, Nero Marquina Brass, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa

By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa

Located in Maia, Porto

Best Table Design at the International Design & Architecture Awards 2022 The Pianist coffee table

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

Pianist Coffee Table, Nero Marquina Brass, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa

H 14.97 in W 51.19 in D 29.53 in

Coffee table design by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena Fasce 1960s collection

By Azucena, Luigi Caccia Dominioni

Located in Milan, IT

Azucena. Il tavolino appartiene alla serie di prodotti 'Fasce'. Gamba in ferro nero, piano in acciaio

Category

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

Materials

Metal, Steel

Coffee table design by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena Fasce 1960s collection

H 17.92 in W 47.25 in D 39.38 in

Tavolini con struttura in tondino di metallo giallo e piano in vetro, 1970 ca.

Located in MIlano, IT

pochissimo spazio quando non sono in un uso ma da aumentare di molto la superficie del piano quando servono

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Tavolini con struttura in tondino di metallo giallo e piano in vetro, 1970 ca.

H 19.69 in W 19.69 in D 17.72 in

Architet Cesare Lacca, 1950, Coffe Table, Cast Brass Structure and Marble Top

Located in Milano, IT

linea e materiali di ottima qualità con struttura in fusione d’ottone e piano di marmo. L’intervento che

Category

Vintage 1950s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Architet Cesare Lacca, 1950, Coffe Table, Cast Brass Structure and Marble Top

H 16.15 in W 37.41 in D 17.33 in

Acerbis Large Moodboard Coffee Table in White Marble & Dark Stained Walnut Top

By Massimo Mariani, Acerbis

Located in Brooklyn, NY

coffee tables with an ever-changing material and graphic effect. A polished metal tray, the thickness of

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Acerbis Large Moodboard Coffee Table in White Marble & Dark Stained Walnut Top

H 25.4 in W 63 in D 31.5 in

Acerbis Small Moodboard Coffee Table in White Marble & Dark Stained Walnut Top

By Massimo Mariani, Acerbis

Located in Brooklyn, NY

coffee tables with an ever-changing material and graphic effect. A polished metal tray, the thickness of

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Acerbis Small Moodboard Coffee Table in White Marble & Dark Stained Walnut Top

H 25.4 in W 47.25 in D 47.25 in

Tavolo da caffè art deco in vetro e legno grissinato con luce sul piano, 1930 ca

Located in MIlano, IT

Tavolino da caffè art deco con struttura grissinata in legno e piano in vetro rotondo, con fascia e

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Tavolo da caffè art deco in vetro e legno grissinato con luce sul piano, 1930 ca

H 21.26 in Dm 27.96 in

Tris di tavoli da caffè con struttura in ottone e piano in vetro fumè, 1970 ca.

Located in MIlano, IT

Tris di tavoli da caffè con struttura in ottone e piano quadrato in vetro fumè. Inseribili uno

Category

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

Materials

Metal, Brass

Tris di tavoli da caffè con struttura in ottone e piano in vetro fumè, 1970 ca.

H 18.12 in W 18.51 in D 18.51 in

tea table islands with inlays

By Carlo Cumini

Located in Azzano Decimo, PN

erie di tavolini coffee table ispirati alle isole della laguna di Venezia. Pregevole la

Category

Early 2000s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Fir

tea table islands with inlays

H 9.85 in Dm 47.25 in

Living Room Table, Italy, 1970

Located in Milan, IT

from a grand piano, were used as legs for a living room table. The table top, rectangular in shape, is

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Living Room Table, Italy, 1970

H 26 in W 50.5 in D 35.5 in

Restored Art Deco Round Small Table, Palisander, Austria, Vienna, 1910s

Located in Horomerice, CZ

It has been re-polished with polyutherane piano lacquer by our professional refurbishing team in

Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Lacquer, Palisander

Restored Art Deco Round Small Table, Palisander, Austria, Vienna, 1910s

H 31.11 in Dm 27.96 in

Guy LeFevre for Maison Jansen Lacquered Cocktail Table, C 1970s

By Maison Jansen, Guy Lefevre

Located in Norwalk, CT

table is one of his signature works. The top is wood with and features deep drawers that open on each

Category

Vintage 1970s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Nickel

Guy LeFevre for Maison Jansen Lacquered Cocktail Table, C 1970s

H 12 in W 42.5 in D 32.75 in

21st Century Side Tables Marcantonio Inlay Wood Scapin Lacquered Black

By MARCANTONIO

Located in Tezze sul Brenta, IT

loro radici. Il piano, intarsiato con motivo Fiorentino, è realizzato con diverse tipologie di legno

Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

21st Century Side Tables Marcantonio Inlay Wood Scapin Lacquered Black

H 16.93 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in

21st Century Side Tables Marcantonio Inlay Wood Scapin Matt Yellow

By MARCANTONIO

Located in Tezze sul Brenta, IT

loro radici. Il piano, intarsiato con motivo Fiorentino, è realizzato con diverse tipologie di legno

Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

21st Century Side Tables Marcantonio Inlay Wood Scapin Matt Yellow

H 16.93 in W 17.72 in D 15.75 in

Arnold Tall Table, Wood Top, Burnished Brass Structure, Made in Italy

Located in Villa Carcina, IT

Discreto ma comodo. 3 forme geometriche (una Linea, un Piano, un Volume) e 3 materiali (il Metallo

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Arnold Tall Table, Wood Top, Burnished Brass Structure, Made in Italy

H 23.63 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Arnold Short Table, Wood Top, Burnished Brass Structure, Made in Italy

Located in Villa Carcina, IT

Discreto ma comodo. 3 forme geometriche (una Linea, un Piano, un Volume) e 3 materiali (il Metallo

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Arnold Short Table, Wood Top, Burnished Brass Structure, Made in Italy

H 17.72 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Arnold Short Table, Travertine Top, Burnished Brass Structure, Made in Italy

Located in Villa Carcina, IT

Discreto ma comodo. 3 forme geometriche (una Linea, un Piano, un Volume) e 3 materiali (il Metallo

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Arnold Short Table, Travertine Top, Burnished Brass Structure, Made in Italy

H 17.72 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Restored Art Nouveau Round Table, by Hans Reinstein, Beech, Austria, 1910s

By Hans Gunther Reinstein

Located in Horomerice, CZ

It has been re-polished with polyutherane piano lacquer by our professional refurbishing team in

Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Lacquer, Beech, Spruce

Restored Art Nouveau Round Table, by Hans Reinstein, Beech, Austria, 1910s

H 31.11 in Dm 23.63 in

Arnold Tall Table, Travertine Top, Burnished Brass Structure, Made in Italy

Located in Villa Carcina, IT

Discreto ma comodo. 3 forme geometriche (una Linea, un Piano, un Volume) e 3 materiali (il Metallo

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Arnold Tall Table, Travertine Top, Burnished Brass Structure, Made in Italy

H 23.63 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Arnold Tall Table, Travertine Top, Burnished Brass Structure, Made in Italy

Located in Villa Carcina, IT

Discreto ma comodo. 3 forme geometriche (una Linea, un Piano, un Volume) e 3 materiali (il Metallo

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Arnold Tall Table, Travertine Top, Burnished Brass Structure, Made in Italy

H 23.63 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Arnold Short Table, Travertine Top, Burnished Brass Structure, Made in Italy

Located in Villa Carcina, IT

Discreto ma comodo. 3 forme geometriche (una Linea, un Piano, un Volume) e 3 materiali (il Metallo

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Arnold Short Table, Travertine Top, Burnished Brass Structure, Made in Italy

H 17.72 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Restored Small Bauhaus Table, by Hynek Gottwald, Oak, Chrome, Czech, 1930s

By Hynek Gottwald

Located in Horomerice, CZ

been re-polished with polyutherane piano lacquer by our professional refurbishing team in Czechia

Category

Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Restored Small Bauhaus Table, by Hynek Gottwald, Oak, Chrome, Czech, 1930s

H 26.78 in Dm 27.56 in

Arnold Short Table, Emperador Dark Top, Burnished Brass Structure, Made in Italy

Located in Villa Carcina, IT

Discreto ma comodo. 3 forme geometriche (una Linea, un Piano, un Volume) e 3 materiali (il Metallo

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Arnold Short Table, Emperador Dark Top, Burnished Brass Structure, Made in Italy

H 17.72 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Arnold Table Calacatta Gold Marble Top Burnished Brass Structure Made in Italy

Located in Villa Carcina, IT

Discreto ma comodo. 3 forme geometriche (una Linea, un Piano, un Volume) e 3 materiali (il Metallo

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Arnold Table Calacatta Gold Marble Top Burnished Brass Structure Made in Italy

H 23.63 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Arnold Short Table, Sahara Noir Top, Burnished Brass Structure, Made in Italy

Located in Villa Carcina, IT

Discreto ma comodo. 3 forme geometriche (una Linea, un Piano, un Volume) e 3 materiali (il Metallo

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Arnold Short Table, Sahara Noir Top, Burnished Brass Structure, Made in Italy

H 17.72 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Arnold Tall Table, Verde Alpi Top, Burnished Brass Structure, Made in Italy

Located in Villa Carcina, IT

Discreto ma comodo. 3 forme geometriche (una Linea, un Piano, un Volume) e 3 materiali (il Metallo

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Arnold Tall Table, Verde Alpi Top, Burnished Brass Structure, Made in Italy

H 23.63 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Arnold Short Table, Verde Alpi Top, Burnished Brass Structure, Made in Italy

Located in Villa Carcina, IT

Discreto ma comodo. 3 forme geometriche (una Linea, un Piano, un Volume) e 3 materiali (il Metallo

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Arnold Short Table, Verde Alpi Top, Burnished Brass Structure, Made in Italy

H 17.72 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Arnold Tall Table, Sahara Noir Top, Burnished Brass Structure, Made in Italy

Located in Villa Carcina, IT

Discreto ma comodo. 3 forme geometriche (una Linea, un Piano, un Volume) e 3 materiali (il Metallo

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Arnold Tall Table, Sahara Noir Top, Burnished Brass Structure, Made in Italy

H 23.63 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Arnold Tall Table, Emperador Dark Top, Burnished Brass Structure, Made in Italy

Located in Villa Carcina, IT

Discreto ma comodo. 3 forme geometriche (una Linea, un Piano, un Volume) e 3 materiali (il Metallo

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Arnold Tall Table, Emperador Dark Top, Burnished Brass Structure, Made in Italy

H 23.63 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Brown Jan Vanek Nest Tables Made in 1930s Czechia, Art Deco

By Jan Vanek

Located in Horomerice, CZ

Sold as a set. The tables have been re-polished with polyutherane piano lacquer by our

Category

Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Oak

Brown Jan Vanek Nest Tables Made in 1930s Czechia, Art Deco

H 22.84 in W 22.84 in D 15.75 in

Arnold Short Table, Verde Alpi Top, Burnished Brass Structure, Made in Italy

Located in Villa Carcina, IT

Discreto ma comodo. 3 forme geometriche (una Linea, un Piano, un Volume) e 3 materiali (il Metallo

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Arnold Short Table, Verde Alpi Top, Burnished Brass Structure, Made in Italy

H 17.72 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Arnold Tall Table, Sahara Noir Top, Burnished Brass Structure, Made in Italy

Located in Villa Carcina, IT

Discreto ma comodo. 3 forme geometriche (una Linea, un Piano, un Volume) e 3 materiali (il Metallo

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Arnold Tall Table, Sahara Noir Top, Burnished Brass Structure, Made in Italy

H 23.63 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Arnold Tall Table, Calacatta Gold Top, Burnished Brass Structure, Made in Italy

Located in Villa Carcina, IT

Discreto ma comodo. 3 forme geometriche (una Linea, un Piano, un Volume) e 3 materiali (il Metallo

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Arnold Tall Table, Calacatta Gold Top, Burnished Brass Structure, Made in Italy

H 23.63 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

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Piano Coffee Table For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piano coffee table you’re looking for. Frequently made of metal, wood and stone, every piano coffee table was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a piano coffee table, we have 19 options in-stock, while there are 17 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect piano coffee table — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A piano coffee table is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in modern, mid-century modern and Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa and MARCANTONIO each produced at least one beautiful piano coffee table that is worth considering.

How Much is a Piano Coffee Table?

The average selling price for a piano coffee table at 1stDibs is $3,403, while they’re typically $350 on the low end and $49,415 for the highest priced.

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 Piano Coffee Table

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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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.
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.

Find all kinds of antique and vintage tables 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.
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.
How do you date a Lane coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
To date a Lane coffee table, look for the serial number on the underside of the piece. On most Lane coffee tables, reading the number from right to left will tell you the date that the table was manufactured. For example, a serial number that says 852140 would have been produced on April 12, 1958. Founded in Virginia in the early 20th century, Lane is largely known for its cedar chests and innovative mid-century modern designs. Find a variety of Lane coffee tables on 1stDibs.
What is the best height for a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
The best height for a coffee table is around 1 to 2 inches lower than the seat height of the adjacent sofa. Most sofas feature seat heights of around 17 or 18 inches. As a result, the most common height for coffee tables is 15 to 17 inches. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of coffee tables.
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 much does a coffee table cost?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, a coffee table costs between $160 and $495,500.

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