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Pj Coffee Table

Coffee Table PJ-020514
By Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, Charlotte Perriand Cassina
Located in Paris, FR
Round top supported by a tripod "log" base, connected by three crosspieces. Provenance: Chandigarh, India
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Vintage 1960s Indian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood

Coffee Table PJ-020514
Coffee Table PJ-020514
$18,128
H 15.36 in Dm 24.22 in
Mid Century Danish Ole Wanscher Rosewood Colonial Side Table by PJ furniture
By Ole Wanscher, PJ Danmark
Located in Basildon, London
The Colonial Coffee Table that Ole Wanscher designed in 1964. The side table's simple, timeless
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Rosewood

Mid Century Danish Ole Wanscher Rosewood Colonial Side Table by PJ furniture
Mid Century Danish Ole Wanscher Rosewood Colonial Side Table by PJ furniture
$745 Sale Price
54% Off
H 18.12 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Pierre Jeanneret PJ-TB-05-A Coffee Table, Chandigarh, 1960s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Antwerp, BE
rectangular PJ-TB-05-A coffee table with glass tabletop, circa 1960. The glass tabletop is supported by a pair
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Glass, Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ TB 05 Coffee Table Teak and Glass Top Numbered
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Chicago, IL
Pierre Jeanneret PJ TB 05 coffee table in teak and glass. Teak nicely restored. All wooden parts
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Vintage 1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Teak

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-TB-05-A Coffee Table Chandigarh, Stained Teak, Glass, 1960s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Antwerp, BE
rectangular PJ-TB-05-A coffee table with glass tabletop, circa 1960. The glass tabletop is supported by a pair
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Glass, Teak

Ole Wanscher Colonial coffee table in ash
By Ole Wanscher, Poul Jeppesen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Ole Wanscher colonial coffee table with reversible plate. Made in ash. Model PJ 149 colonial
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Ash

Ole Wanscher Colonial coffee table in ash
Ole Wanscher Colonial coffee table in ash
$2,573
H 20.87 in W 46.46 in D 23.63 in
Teak Coffee Table by Pierre Jeanneret
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in New York, NY
Pierre Jeanneret coffee table model PJ-TB-04-A from Chandigarh India, circa early 1960s. This
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Vintage 1960s Indian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Teak

Teak Coffee Table by Pierre Jeanneret
Teak Coffee Table by Pierre Jeanneret
$12,500
H 16 in W 26 in D 26 in

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Pierre Jeanneret “Coffee Table”, PJ-TB-05-A
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Paris, FR
Pierre Jeanneret, (1896-1967), Pierre Jeanneret a “Coffee Table”, PJ-TB-05-A Structured with
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Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Teak

Pierre Jeanneret “Coffee Table”, PJ-TB-05-A
Pierre Jeanneret “Coffee Table”, PJ-TB-05-A
H 16.15 in W 48.04 in D 17.72 in
Coffee Table by Troels Grum- Schwensen
By PJ Furniture
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Troels Grum-Schwensen and PJ Furniture. Coffee table in light mahogany.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Mahogany

Pierre Jeanneret, French Mid-Century Modern, Rectangular Coffee Table, India
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pierre Jeanneret Rectangular Glass Coffee Table, Model PJ-TB-05-A This collector's coffee table
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Mid-20th Century Indian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Glass, Teak

Mid-Century Modern Pierre Jeanneret Glass Coffee / Cocktail Table, France, 1960s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pierre Jeanneret Rectangular glass coffee table, Model PJ-TB-05-A This collector's coffee table
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Vintage 1960s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Glass, Teak

Mid-Century Modern Pierre Jeanneret Glass Coffee / Cocktail Table, France, 1960s
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pierre Jeanneret Rectangular Glass Coffee Table, Model PJ-TB-05-A This collector's coffee table
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Vintage 1960s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Glass, Teak

PJ56B Teak Coffee Table by Grete Jalk for P.Jeppesen, Denmark, 1960s
By Grete Jalk, Poul Jeppesen
Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län
PJ 56B coffee table designed by Grete Jalk for P.Jeppesen in Denmark during the 1960s. Made of teak
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Formica, Teak

Midcentury Teak Coffee Table by Grete Jalk for P.Jeppesen, Denmark, 1960s
By Grete Jalk, Poul Jeppesen
Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län
PJ 56B coffee table designed by Grete Jalk for P.Jeppesen in Denmark during the 1960s. Made from
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Formica, Teak

Scandinavian Modern Teak Coffee Table by Grete Jalk for P.Jeppesen Denmark 1960s
By Grete Jalk, Poul Jeppesen
Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län
PJ 56B coffee table designed by Grete Jalk for P.Jeppesen in Denmark during the 1960s. Made of teak
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Formica, Teak

Danish Rosewood PJ Coffee Sofa Table by Ole Wanscher P. Jeppesen
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Vienna, AT
A very straight and elegant Danish rosewood coffee table with powerful veneer. Designed by Ole
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20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables

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Rosewood

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-L-09-A Cane Coffee Table / Authentic Mid-Century Modern
By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Zürich, CH
colours. Although designes as a daybel, I prefer using it as coffee table which becomes a center piece of
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Vintage 1960s Indian Mid-Century Modern Tables

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Cane, Teak

1960s Grete Jalk Coffee Table PJ Poul Jeppesen Danish Modern
By Grete Jalk, Poul Jeppesen
Located in Hamminkeln, DE
Beautiful Danish modern 1960s coffee table by Grete Jalk for Poul Jeppesen, Denmark. Rare model and
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood

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By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in New York, NY
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Extraordinary Pierre Jeanneret Library Table
Extraordinary Pierre Jeanneret Library Table
$90,000
H 30 in W 72 in D 42 in
Pink ‘Ultrafragola’ Mirror Designed by Ettore Sottsass for Poltronova, Italy
By Ettore Sottsass
Located in London, GB
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Pink ‘Ultrafragola’ Mirror Designed by Ettore Sottsass for Poltronova, Italy
Pink ‘Ultrafragola’ Mirror Designed by Ettore Sottsass for Poltronova, Italy
$8,376 Sale Price / item
30% Off
H 76.78 in W 39.38 in D 5.12 in
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By Mike Ruiz Serra
Located in Brooklyn, NY
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Iconic Brasiliana Sofa Design by Jorge Zalszupin, Rosewood and Brass, 1960s
By L'Atelier San Paulo, Jorge Zalszupin
Located in New York, NY
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By Pierre Jeanneret
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By Willy Rizzo
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By Pierre Jeanneret
Located in Manhasset, NY
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By Pierre Jeanneret
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Rustic Artisan Coffee Table, France, 1950s
Rustic Artisan Coffee Table, France, 1950s
$4,100
H 17.52 in W 59.06 in D 30.91 in
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Pj Coffee Table For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the pj coffee table you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A pj coffee table — often made from wood, hardwood and teak — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect pj coffee table — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right pj coffee table, those designed in mid-century modern and modern styles are of considerable interest. A well-made pj coffee table has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Pierre Jeanneret, Poul Jeppesen and Ole Wanscher are consistently popular.

How Much is a Pj Coffee Table?

The average selling price for a pj coffee table at 1stDibs is $13,300, while they’re typically $1,100 on the low end and $23,300 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 — shop Art Deco coffee tables, travertine coffee tables and other antique and vintage coffee tables and cocktail tables today.

Questions About Pj Coffee Table
  • 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.

  • 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.
  • 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.

    Shop a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
  • 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.

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019

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

  • 1stDibs 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.
  • 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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  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.