Postmodern Coffee Table
Late 20th Century British Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Glass, Beech, Cherry
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Elm
Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Lacquer
Late 20th Century North American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Aluminum
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Steel
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Granite, Aluminum
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Laminate, Wood
Vintage 1970s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Steel
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Glass, Laminate, Wood
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Travertine
Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Travertine
20th Century Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Stone
Late 20th Century Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Grasscloth
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Marble
Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Plaster
Late 20th Century Italian Minimalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Travertine
Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Wood, Lacquer
Late 20th Century American Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Wood
1990s Philippine Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Stone
Mid-20th Century Minimalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Marble
Late 20th Century North American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Metal
20th Century American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Glass
Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Laminate
Late 20th Century Italian Minimalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Marble
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Chrome
1990s American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Glass, Lucite
21st Century and Contemporary American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail T...
Acrylic, Foam
21st Century and Contemporary American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail T...
Stone
1990s Philippine Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Stone
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Crystal
Vintage 1960s Belgian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Glass, Padouk
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Silver Leaf
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Brass
Vintage 1970s Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Glass, Laminate
Vintage 1970s Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Formica, Glass
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Copper
20th Century American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Lacquer
Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Limestone, Travertine, Marble
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Wood, Laminate
20th Century Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Glass
Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Marble
Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Travertine
Vintage 1970s American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Plaster
1990s American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Glass, Laminate
Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Stone, Marble, Travertine
20th Century American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Laminate
2010s American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Acrylic, Lacquer
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Chrome
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Iron
Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Travertine
20th Century American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Glass
20th Century American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Wood
20th Century American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Wood
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Glass, Acrylic, Lucite
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Marble
Vintage 1980s Canadian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Brass
Vintage 1970s Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Marble
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Resin
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Steel
1990s Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Glass
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Finding the Right Coffee and 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 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 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 and cocktail tables today.
- Why is it called a coffee table?1 Answer1stDibs 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 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Typically, 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 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 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022While 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 ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
End tables are generally taller than coffee tables.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, a coffee table costs between $160 and $495,500.
- What is a tray top coffee table?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021Tray 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, 2022To 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 ExpertOctober 26, 2021A 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021The 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Modern 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021End tables and coffee tables do not need to match. Nevertheless it can be nice to have a similar color scheme or have one set of end tables match and perhaps have the coffee table match a TV stand.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022What you put on top of a large coffee table really comes down to a matter of preference. Candles, books and decorative bowls are common design choices. You can shop a variety of coffee table goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A marble coffee table can be worth anywhere between $500 and $200,000. Because marble is such a durable material, antique marble coffee tables hold up rather well over time, making them more valuable. Find marble coffee tables today on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021The most preferred type of glass for a coffee table is tempered glass. In case of a mishap, this type of glass will fracture into small pieces. One-half inch thick glass is the most popular for coffee tables. 1stDibs offers different antique, vintage and new glass coffee tables.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The height of a lift top coffee table should match the sofa or chairs that it is used with. The top of the coffee table should reach the height of the seat of the sofa, or within one to two inches lower than it. On 1stDibs, find a range of lift top coffee tables.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021If you are looking for hardwood, then oak, maple, mahogany, and walnut are sturdy durable types of woods for coffee tables. Otherwise, you can look for pine and fir trees for the softwood varieties. On 1stDibs, you will find a variety of options for your coffee table needs. Frequently made of various woods, the coffee tables available on 1stDibs have been constructed with great care.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A round coffee table usually goes well with a sectional as it is easier to navigate around, especially since surrounded by seating. The circular shape creates extra space and so is especially great with U-shaped sectionals.Casa QuietaFebruary 26, 2021The Pedestal Coffee Table from Casa Quieta is an ideal option for a sectional due to its comfortable composition and size