Why is it called a coffee table?

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

Can a coffee table be too low?

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

What size should a coffee table be?

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

Is an ottoman a coffee table?

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

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 the difference between a center table and a coffee table?

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

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

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

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

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

What is the standard size of a coffee table?

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

What is a tray top coffee table?

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

When did coffee tables become popular?

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

How do you style an oval coffee table?

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

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 much does a coffee table cost?

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

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 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.

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.

Ring Coffee Table

Chrome Ring Coffee Table

By Milo Baughman

Located in Atlanta, GA

Chrome ring coffee table, in the manner of Milo Baughman, circa 1960s.

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

Materials

Chrome

Chrome Ring Coffee Table

$1,800

H 16 in Dm 48 in

A brass and smoked glass “rings” coffee table, attr. Baughman, circa 1970

By Milo Baughman

Located in View Park, CA

A vintage three-tiered brass and smoked glass “rings” coffee table, attributed to designer Milo

Category

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

Materials

Brass

A brass and smoked glass “rings” coffee table, attr. Baughman, circa 1970

$2,070

H 18.75 in Dm 27.5 in

Mid-Century Modern Ring Coffee Table by Knut Hesterberg 1960s Germany

By Knut Hesterberg

Located in Vienna, AT

Schmitt 1960s Germany. A beautiful coffee table with three aluminum rings and topped with 2 cm thick glass

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

Materials

Aluminum

Mid-Century Modern Ring Coffee Table by Knut Hesterberg 1960s Germany

$6,821

H 16.54 in Dm 37.8 in

‘DIA’ Design Institute of America Brass Swivel Ring Table

By Design Institute America

Located in Hanover, MA

brass plated swivel ring tables in the early 1980s, designed. They came in triple ring coffee table size

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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

‘DIA’ Design Institute of America Brass Swivel Ring Table

$1,195 / item

H 21.5 in Dm 19.5 in

Ring Octagonal Coffee Table in Nickel Frame & Bronze Top by Serena Confalonieri

By Serena Confalonieri

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Elegant like jewellery, the Ring coffee tables are inspired by raw cuts of precious stones prior to

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Nickel

Ring Octagonal Coffee Table in Nickel Frame & Bronze Top by Serena Confalonieri

$1,986 / item

H 26.38 in W 26.38 in D 26.38 in

Ring Square Coffee Table in Brass Frame & Transparent Top by Serena Confalonieri

By Serena Confalonieri

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Elegant like jewellery, the Ring coffee tables are inspired by raw cuts of precious stones prior to

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Ring Square Coffee Table in Brass Frame & Transparent Top by Serena Confalonieri

$3,142 / item

H 17.72 in W 20.87 in D 20.87 in

Ring Round Coffee Table with Copper Frame & Fumè Top by Serena Confalonieri

By Serena Confalonieri

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Elegant like jewellery, the Ring coffee tables are inspired by raw cuts of precious stones prior to

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Copper

Ring Round Coffee Table with Copper Frame & Fumè Top by Serena Confalonieri

$2,285 / item

H 19.69 in Dm 18.9 in

Ring Oval Coffee Table in Chrome Frame & Sea Blue Top by Serena Confalonieri

By Serena Confalonieri

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Elegant like jewellery, the Ring coffee tables are inspired by raw cuts of precious stones prior to

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Chrome

Ring Oval Coffee Table in Chrome Frame & Sea Blue Top by Serena Confalonieri

$2,270 / item

H 15.75 in W 39.38 in D 22.84 in

Space Age Vintage Glass Chromed Coffee Table or Sofa Table with Rings, 1960s

Located in Vienna, AT

space age vintage coffee table or sofa table with a chromed base formed with three rings. While a

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Vintage 1960s Space Age Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Space Age Vintage Glass Chromed Coffee Table or Sofa Table with Rings, 1960s

$4,068

H 43 in Dm 90 in

Space Age Brassed Metal Vintage Coffee Table Sofa Table Three Rings circa 1970

Located in Vienna, AT

Space Age vintage coffee table or sofa table from brass plated metal and smoked glass plate circa

Category

Vintage 1970s Space Age Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Space Age Brassed Metal Vintage Coffee Table Sofa Table Three Rings circa 1970

$4,308

H 17.33 in Dm 39.38 in

Modernist Vintage Chromed Metal Glass Coffee Table with Three Rings, 1970s

Located in Vienna, AT

, 1970s. A beautiful coffee table features a base with three rings and a smoked glass plate. Good

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Modernist Vintage Chromed Metal Glass Coffee Table with Three Rings, 1970s

$4,308

H 16.54 in Dm 38.98 in

Coffee Center Composition Cocktail Table Blue Onyx Mirror Steel Metal Base Rings

By Barberini & Gunnell

Located in Ancona, Marche

The 'Cloud' is a spectacular coffee table with structure in mirror polished stainless steel and top

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Onyx, Stainless Steel

Coffee Center Composition Cocktail Table Blue Onyx Mirror Steel Metal Base Rings

$23,575 / set

H 17.33 in W 57.88 in D 40.16 in

Italian Midcentury Gilt Iron Coffee Table with Glass Top and Large Rings

Located in Atlanta, GA

An Italian gilt iron coffee table from the mid 20th century, with glass top, rings and scrolling

Category

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

Materials

Iron

Italian Midcentury Gilt Iron Coffee Table with Glass Top and Large Rings

$3,750

H 17 in W 36 in D 18 in

Italian Midcentury Gilt Bronze Coffee Table with Glass Top and Ring Motifs

Located in Atlanta, GA

An Italian gilt bronze coffee table from the mid 20th century, with glass top and ring motifs

Category

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

Materials

Bronze

Italian Midcentury Gilt Bronze Coffee Table with Glass Top and Ring Motifs

$7,200

H 19.25 in W 37.5 in D 37.5 in

Industrial Hosanna Round Hammered Drum Coffee Table

Located in Chicago, IL

Coffee Table with ringed detail on the top. This stunning coffee table offers an iron construction in an

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Industrial Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Iron

Industrial Hosanna Round Hammered Drum Coffee Table

$1,690

H 17 in W 38.5 in D 38.5 in

Lean Coffee Table with Tree Rings in Bronze and Laminated Oak by Sharon Sides

By Sharon Sides

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Sharon Sides Lean Coffee Table, 2015 Hand formed acid etched brass, bronze and stacked laminated

Category

2010s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Lean Coffee Table with Tree Rings in Bronze and Laminated Oak by Sharon Sides

$16,900

H 15.75 in W 37 in D 37 in

Natural Oak Camille Coffee Table S by HARTO

Located in Geneve, CH

walnut ring. The Camille coffee tables are a creation of Guillaume Delvigne.The Auguste sofa is a

Category

2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Natural Oak Camille Coffee Table S by HARTO

$981 / item

H 11.42 in W 24.41 in D 19.69 in

Natural Oak Camille Coffee Table L38 by HARTO

Located in Geneve, CH

elegant walnut ring. The Camille coffee tables are a creation of Guillaume Delvigne.The Auguste sofa is a

Category

2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Natural Oak Camille Coffee Table L38 by HARTO

$1,196 / item

H 14.97 in W 47.25 in D 19.69 in

Natural Oak Camille Coffee Table L29 by HARTO

Located in Geneve, CH

walnut ring. The Camille coffee tables are a creation of Guillaume Delvigne.The Auguste sofa is a

Category

2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Natural Oak Camille Coffee Table L29 by HARTO

$1,196 / item

H 11.42 in W 47.25 in D 19.69 in

Peter Lane Ring Table / Sculpture

By Peter Lane

Located in Naples, FL

Incised "Peter Lane 2012" this table of extraordinary presence and heft is a functional work of art

Category

2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

Peter Lane Ring Table / Sculpture

$40,000

H 13.5 in W 34.75 in D 34.75 in

Brutalist Solid Amorphic Teak Wood Natural Slab Coffee Side Table, 1930s

Located in Antwerp, BE

Wooden tripod tree trunk brutalist coffee side Table, 1960s. An early 20th century French burl wood

Category

Vintage 1930s French Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Teak

Brutalist Solid Amorphic Teak Wood Natural Slab Coffee Side Table, 1930s

$1,723 Sale Price

20% Off

H 20.48 in W 37.8 in D 27.56 in

French Moderne Style Cocktail Table With Decorative Rings

Located in Los Angeles, CA

French moderne style cocktail table with gilt metal frame and net wood top in rick brown tone. Nice

Category

Vintage 1970s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

French Moderne Style Cocktail Table With Decorative Rings

$550

H 30 in W 12 in D 30 in

Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH Ring Dining Table in Walnut

By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH, Adolf Loos

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Wiener GTV Design enriches their furnishing proposal for the dining room with the large table Ring

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH Ring Dining Table in Walnut

$5,635 / item

H 29.5 in W 82.6 in D 29.5 in

Diamond Ring Center Table, 1 of 1 by Grzegorz Majka

By Grzegorz Majka

Located in Geneve, CH

The diamond ring center table, 1 of 1 by Grzegorz Majka Edition 1 of 1 Dimensions: 31.50 x 31.50

Category

2010s British Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Onyx, Marble

Diamond Ring Center Table, 1 of 1 by Grzegorz Majka

$28,433 / item

H 17.72 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in

Mid-Century Modern Low Table Chrome Rings and Brown Glass Top

Located in Schöfflisdorf, CH

Mid-Century Modern low table chrome rings and brown glass top.

Category

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

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Low Table Chrome Rings and Brown Glass Top

$2,154

H 23.63 in Dm 31.5 in

Vintage Modern Tribal Style Carved Ring Circular Drum Coffee Table

Located in Chicago, IL

Vintage Modern Tribal Style Carved Ring Circular Drum Coffee Table These beautifully crafted

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Tribal Tables

Materials

Wood

Vintage Modern Tribal Style Carved Ring Circular Drum Coffee Table

$1,750

H 19 in Dm 30 in

Blue Wedgwood Jasperware Trinket Dish with White Relief, England

By Wedgwood

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

rings and stud earrings. Coffee table vignette: perch on a stack of design books with a bud vase. Blue

Category

Mid-20th Century English Neoclassical Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Blue Wedgwood Jasperware Trinket Dish with White Relief, England

$75

H 0.5 in Dm 4.5 in

Coffee Center Table White Statuary Marble Mirror Steel Rings Collectible Design

By Barberini & Gunnell

Located in Ancona, Marche

The 'Cloud' is a spectacular coffee table with structure in mirror polished stainless steel and top

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Statuary Marble, Stainless Steel

Coffee Center Table White Statuary Marble Mirror Steel Rings Collectible Design

$20,583 / item

H 17.33 in W 64.18 in D 42.13 in

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Low Ring Coffee Table Side Table in Carrara Marble and Brass by Nathan Hunt

By Nathan Hunt

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hand sculpted by Los-Angeles based master stone carver, Nathan Hunt, the Low Ring Coffee Table is

Category

2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Carrara Marble

Low Ring Coffee Table Side Table in Carrara Marble and Brass by Nathan Hunt

H 12 in Dm 31 in

Atomic Style Chrome Rings Coffee Table

Located in Liege, BE

Atomic style coffee table made from chromed metal rings with a floating smoked glass top, circa

Category

Vintage 1970s German Space Age Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Chrome

Atomic Style Chrome Rings Coffee Table

H 20.48 in Dm 43.31 in

Vintage 1970s Chrome Ring Coffee Table

By Milo Baughman

Located in santa monica, CA

If you love big chrome rings, then this is the table for you. Great design. Clean lines. Vintage

Category

Late 20th Century North American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Chrome

Vintage 1970s Chrome Ring Coffee Table

H 14 in Dm 42 in

Italian Chrome Rings Coffee Table with Smoked Glass Top, 1960s

Located in 's Heer Arendskerke, NL

three hovering rings and a smoked glass top. This kind of Atomic style coffee tables are not very easy

Category

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

Materials

Chrome

Italian Chrome Rings Coffee Table with Smoked Glass Top, 1960s

H 12.8 in Dm 31.5 in

Pink Amethyst Ring Table

Located in Londrina, PR

Table forged in natural iron with varnish, Natural Rose Amethyst top single table due to the

Category

2010s Brazilian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Amethyst

Pink Amethyst Ring Table

H 22.45 in Dm 15.75 in

Haworth Ring Cocktail Table

By Modern Living Supplies

Located in New York, NY

Bronze ring cocktail table with fitted clear glass top. Solid flat bar metal frame with on thin

Category

2010s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Haworth Ring Cocktail Table

H 16 in Dm 36 in

Haworth Ring Cocktail Table

By Modern Living Supplies

Located in New York, NY

Bronze ring cocktail table with fitted clear glass top. Solid flat bar metal frame with on thin

Category

2010s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Haworth Ring Cocktail Table

H 16 in Dm 48 in

Pink Amethyst Ring Table 2

Located in Londrina, PR

Table forged in natural iron with varnish, Natural Rose Amethyst top single table due to the

Category

2010s Brazilian Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Amethyst

Pink Amethyst Ring Table 2

H 21.26 in Dm 16.93 in

Table Double Ring Agate blue

Located in Londrina, PR

Valdomiro Favoreto Side Table Iron base and varnish in natural color Agate tops in shades of blue

Category

2010s Brazilian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Agate

Table Double Ring Agate blue

H 22.84 in Dm 14.97 in

Brass Ring Table Designed by Laurie Beckerman

By Laurie Beckerman

Located in New York, NY

This elegant table is composed of nine rings of brass organized in perfect proportion. Tempered

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Other Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Brass Ring Table Designed by Laurie Beckerman

H 23.5 in Dm 30 in

"Rings of Steel" Table, Designed by Laurie Beckerman in 2006

By Laurie Beckerman

Located in New York, NY

This elegant table is composed of nine rings of steel organized in perfect proportion. Tempered

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

"Rings of Steel" Table, Designed by Laurie Beckerman in 2006

H 23.5 in W 30 in D 30 in

"The Diamond Ring" Center Table ft. Antigue Brown Granite and Glass

By Grzegorz Majka

Located in London, GB

The Diamond collection proves that everything is possible. It goes beyond the stereotypical thinking that stone is such a heavy and demanding material that could not be processed in ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Polish Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Granite

"The Diamond Ring" Center Table ft. Antigue Brown Granite and Glass

H 17.72 in Dm 31.5 in

Rings Coffee Table

Located in Dallas, TX

Rings Coffee Table. Vintage Forged Rings with Limestone Top.

Category

Antique 19th Century Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Rings Coffee Table

H 21 in Dm 37.5 in

Rings Coffee Table, Vintage Industrial Rings with Blue Azul Marble Top

By Brendan Bass

Located in Dallas, TX

Rings coffee table. Vintage Industrial rings with blue azul marble top.

Category

Early 20th Century French Industrial Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Iron

Rings Coffee Table, Vintage Industrial Rings with Blue Azul Marble Top

H 17 in Dm 44 in

Large 1970s Chrome Rings Coffee Table with Glass Top, Manner of Milo Baughman

By Milo Baughman

Located in Hastings, GB

coffee table with bevelled glass top. USA, 1970s. In great condition.

Category

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

Materials

Chrome

Large 1970s Chrome Rings Coffee Table with Glass Top, Manner of Milo Baughman

H 16.54 in W 41.74 in D 41.74 in

Brass Ring Coffee Table

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Incredible coffee table with three large intertwining brass circles. New circular glass top floats

Category

20th Century American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Brass Ring Coffee Table

H 19.5 in Dm 30 in

Chrome Three Ring Coffee Table

Located in Ferndale, MI

1970s version of classic Art Deco swing arm adjustable coffee table. Bottom center disk: 30"- D

Category

Vintage 1970s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Chrome Three Ring Coffee Table

W 90 in

1970s Chrome Ring Coffee Table

Located in Chicago, IL

Six vertical chrome circles connect in the center to create the base of this stylish table, which

Category

Vintage 1970s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Chrome, Steel

1970s Chrome Ring Coffee Table

H 16 in Dm 44 in

1970s Chrome Ring Coffee Table

Located in Chicago, IL

Six vertical chrome circles connect in the center to create the base of this stylish table, which

Category

Vintage 1970s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Chrome, Steel

1970s Chrome Ring Coffee Table

H 17 in Dm 42 in

1970s Chrome Ring Coffee Table

Located in Chicago, IL

Six vertical chrome circles connect in the center to create the base of this stylish table, which

Category

Vintage 1970s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Chrome

1970s Chrome Ring Coffee Table

H 17 in Dm 42 in

Brass and Glass Three Ring Table

Located in Aspen, CO

Wonderful brass and glass adjustable three ring coffee table in the style of Milo Baughman.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Brass and Glass Three Ring Table

H 16 in Dm 21.5 in

French Sculptural Chrome Ring Coffee Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Great sculptural chrome coffee table. Interlocking circular rings. Thick 5/8" circular glass top

Category

Vintage 1970s French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

French Sculptural Chrome Ring Coffee Table

H 16 in Dm 40 in

Bronze coffee table

Located in PARIS, FR

Exceptional coffee table in bronze in the taste of the house rings. Coffee table with rectangular

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Bronze

Bronze coffee table

H 17.33 in W 37.41 in D 19.69 in

Swedish Mid-Century Modern Teak and Brass Ring Coffee Table

Located in Atlanta, GA

Coffee table of natural teak. Thin brass rings encircle tops of rounded tapered legs.

Category

20th Century Swedish Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Swedish Mid-Century Modern Teak and Brass Ring Coffee Table

H 19 in W 53 in D 20.5 in

Artisanal Ring Limestone Coffee Table

By Brendan Bass

Located in Dallas, TX

Artisanal ring limestone coffee table. Industrial rings from the 1900s that have been

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Coffee and Cocktail Ta...

Materials

Limestone

Artisanal Ring Limestone Coffee Table

H 19 in Dm 44 in

Ring of Commerce Coffee Tables, circa 1900

Located in Dallas, TX

Ring of Commerce Coffee Table made with Limestone top and Cast Iron Rings

Category

Early 20th Century French Industrial Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Ring of Commerce Coffee Tables, circa 1900

H 17 in Dm 47 in

Tree Ring Chrome Disk Coffee End Table

By Milo Baughman

Located in New York, NY

Great example of the classic chrome ring form table. This table has three smoked grey glass

Category

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

Materials

Chrome

Tree Ring Chrome Disk Coffee End Table

H 16 in W 62 in D 22.5 in

Elegant Mahogany Baker Coffee Table with Polished Brass Rings

Located in North Miami, FL

Baker table fashioned in mahogany and pristinely finished in high gloss protective lacquer. Solid

Category

20th Century American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Elegant Mahogany Baker Coffee Table with Polished Brass Rings

H 16.5 in W 67 in D 18 in

Whimsical Coffee Table with Chrome Rings Base and Glass Top

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a truly fantastic looking table, The base is composed of 6 large rings attached to a round

Category

20th Century American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Chrome

Whimsical Coffee Table with Chrome Rings Base and Glass Top

H 16.5 in Dm 43.5 in

Art Deco Coffee or Sofa Table Walnut with Chrome Ring and Shelf's in the Legs

Located in Schöfflisdorf, CH

Art Deco coffee or sofa table walnut with chrome ring and shelf's in the legs completely restored

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco Coffee or Sofa Table Walnut with Chrome Ring and Shelf's in the Legs

H 23.63 in Dm 31.5 in

Warren McArthur Small Coffee Table mid-1940's

By Warren McArthur

Located in Camden, ME

Simple elegant two ring Warren McArthur coffee table.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Warren McArthur Small Coffee Table mid-1940's

H 17.5 in Dm 26 in

Beautiful Regency Style Brass Ring Table

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Mid-century modern sculptural coffee table with six rings and beveled round top. Wonderful polished

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Beautiful Regency Style Brass Ring Table

H 16 in Dm 35.5 in

Multi-Tiered Chrome Coffee and Side Table Set in Manner of Pace

By Pace Collection

Located in Peabody, MA

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Materials

Chrome

Multi-Tiered Chrome Coffee and Side Table Set in Manner of Pace

Iron Ring Oak Cocktail Table, France, 1940's

Located in Austin, TX

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Iron Ring Oak Cocktail Table, France, 1940's

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By Thonet

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H 21.7 in W 47.2 in D 25.6 in

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By Jean Royère

Located in Astoria, NY

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Jean Royère Style Coffee Table with Black Biomorphic Top on Ring Feet

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French Brass and Silvered Brass Round Coffee Table with Ringed Mirror Glass Top

Located in Atlanta, GA

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French Brass and Silvered Brass Round Coffee Table with Ringed Mirror Glass Top

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Located in Chicago, IL

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Antique Italian Marquetry Two-Tier, 3-Ring Bottle Holder Coffee / Bar Cart

H 26 in W 30 in D 17 in

Set of Hand-Tooled Vintage Leather Chairs and Coffee Table from Spain

Located in Round Top, TX

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Materials

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Set of Hand-Tooled Vintage Leather Chairs and Coffee Table from Spain

H 27 in W 30 in D 23 in

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By Knut Hesterberg

Located in Berlin, BE

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Materials

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Round Brass Geometric Rings Coffee Table with Glass Top

H 16.93 in Dm 42.52 in

Elegant Chrome Ring Coffee Table by Knut Hesterberg, circa 1970

By Knut Hesterberg

Located in Vienna, AT

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Materials

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Elegant Chrome Ring Coffee Table by Knut Hesterberg, circa 1970

H 20 in Dm 32.67 in

Round Coral Lacquer Modern Coffee Table Topped with Lucite Top and Brass Rings

By Karl Springer, Charles Hollis Jones

Located in Houston, TX

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Round Coral Lacquer Modern Coffee Table Topped with Lucite Top and Brass Rings

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19th Century Inlaid Wood Napoleon III French Coffee Table, 1880

Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont

equipped with a chiseled and gilded ring (see picture). Coffee table of excellent proportion, easily

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Antique 1880s French Napoleon III Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

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19th Century Inlaid Wood Napoleon III French Coffee Table, 1880

H 31.5 in Dm 18.12 in

DIA Design Institute America Revolving Rings Cocktail Table

By Design Institute America

Located in Hanover, MA

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DIA Design Institute America Revolving Rings Cocktail Table

H 16 in W 60 in D 36 in

Petite French Mahogany Veneered Cocktail Table with Brass Ring, circa 1950

Located in Atlanta, GA

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Petite French Mahogany Veneered Cocktail Table with Brass Ring, circa 1950

H 20 in Dm 23.5 in

Exquisite Modern Live Edge Tables

Located in Brooklyn, NY

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Exquisite Modern Live Edge Tables

H 20 in W 34 in D 23.5 in

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Located in Sheffield, MA

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Vintage Iron Coffee Table Base

H 19 in W 55 in D 25 in

A Great Three Ring Coffee Table

Located in Hudson, NY

Here is a great three ring coffee table with two swivel tops. The black lacquered surround has

Category

Vintage 1970s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

A Great Three Ring Coffee Table

H 16.5 in W 67 in D 29 in

Chrome Ring Coffee Table

Located in Oberstown, Lusk, IE

A Chrome coffee table made from a series of chrome rings and a glass top. A great shape coffee

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

Materials

Chrome

Chrome Ring Coffee Table

H 16.54 in Dm 36.23 in

Chrome Ring Coffee Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

New 3/4" glass top 40" diameter

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20th Century American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Chrome

Chrome Ring Coffee Table

H 17 in D 40 in

Three Ring Brass Coffee Table

Located in Hudson, NY

Here is a great three ring brass and glass coffee table. The two smaller rings swing out to

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Three Ring Brass Coffee Table

H 18 in Dm 29 in

Three Ring Chrome Coffee Table

Located in Hudson, NY

This is a great modern chrome coffee table. It has three layers and is adjustable. It opens up to

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Vintage 1970s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

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Three Ring Chrome Coffee Table

H 16 in Dm 22 in

An incredible tropical rootwood coffee table with integrated handcarved rings

Located in Palm Springs, CA

An incredible 1960's tropical root-wood coffee table with integrated hand-carved rings. This large

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

An incredible tropical rootwood coffee table with integrated handcarved rings

H 17 in Dm 54 in

SCULPTURAL ROUND RINGS TABLE

Located in Miami, FL

METAL CONSTRUCTION;GLASS TOP DIMENSIONS OF THE TABLE ARE 36" DIAMETER 31" HEIGHT AND GLASS 48"

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Vintage 1970s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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SCULPTURAL ROUND RINGS TABLE

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A Brass Three Ring Cocktail Table

Located in Hudson, NY

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A Brass Three Ring Cocktail Table

H 16 in Dm 27.5 in

1970's Three ring circle table.

Located in New York, NY

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1970's Three ring circle table.

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American Modern Brass and Smoked Glass 3 Ring Coffee Table by Milo Baughman

By Milo Baughman

Located in Hollywood, FL

American modern brass and smoked glass three-ring coffee table by Milo Baughman. This versatile

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American Modern Brass and Smoked Glass 3 Ring Coffee Table by Milo Baughman

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Ring Coffee Table in Bookmatched Walnut and Copper with Hand-Turned Legs

By Moran Woodworked Furniture, Michael Moran and Celia Gibson

Located in Gallatin, NY

The circular top on this one of a kind coffee table is a single bookmatched board of South Carolina

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2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Ring Coffee Table in Bookmatched Walnut and Copper with Hand-Turned Legs

H 17 in Dm 30 in

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Ring Coffee Table For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the ring coffee table you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each ring coffee table for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, glass and brass. Find 33 options for an antique or vintage ring coffee table now, or shop our selection of 10 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a ring coffee table — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right ring coffee table, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Hollywood Regency styles are of considerable interest. Brendan Bass, Hinterland Design and Knut Hesterberg each produced at least one beautiful ring coffee table that is worth considering.

How Much is a Ring Coffee Table?

Prices for a ring coffee table can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $945 and can go as high as $16,900, while the average can fetch as much as $3,171.

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.”

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Questions About Ring 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.
Can a coffee table be too low?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
Yes, a coffee table can be too low. Most experts recommend choosing a coffee table that is around one to two inches lower than the seat height of your sofa or loveseat. You may find it difficult to access items on the tabletop while seated if you choose a shorter table. In addition, an overly low coffee table can make a room feel cramped or unbalanced. However, there are exceptions to this rule. Sometimes, designers intentionally place ultra-low coffee tables in spaces to create a bold contrast in a large room. Feel free to break from convention when choosing a coffee table. What's most important is that the finished result appeals to you and allows you to enjoy your seating area to the fullest. Shop a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary coffee tables on 1stDibs.
What size should a coffee table be?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A coffee table should generally be two-thirds as long as the sofa it stands in front of and around the same height as the sofa’s seat cushions.
Is an ottoman a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Typically, an ottoman is not a coffee table. An ottoman is a small cushioned seat without a back or arm rests. You can shop a collection of vintage and contemporary ottomans from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
Who invented the coffee table?
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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?
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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?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
Yes, end tables are generally taller than coffee tables.

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

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

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What is the difference between a center table and a coffee table?
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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.
What is the difference between a coffee table and a console table?
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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.
What is the difference between a side table and a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
The difference between a side table and a coffee table is mainly in the size and shape. Coffee tables usually feature larger tops but shorter legs. People typically place them in front of a sofa or a loveseat to rest books, drinks, remote controls and other items. Side tables also store items, but they are usually positioned beside an accent chair or at the ends of a sofa or loveseat. Shop a diverse assortment of side tables and coffee tables on 1stDibs.
What is the standard size of a coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
There isn't really a standard size of a coffee table. Manufacturers produce coffee tables in a range of sizes and shapes. However, many rectangular tables are around 45 to 48 inches in length by 25 to 28 inches in width. Heights typically range from 16 to 18 inches. Shop a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
What is a tray top coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
Tray top coffee tables are coffee tables with long, flat rectangular surfaces that are supported by an x-frame base. Low tables that were initially used as tea or coffee tables have been around since at least the mid- to late-1800s. After coffee drinking and “coffee breaks” became popular, it didn’t take long for coffee and cocktail tables to become a design staple and for consumers to recognize their role in entertaining no matter what beverages were being served. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary tray top coffee tables from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
When did coffee tables become popular?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
Coffee tables became popular in the 1920s and ’30s. Pieces from this time period often show off the characteristics of Art Deco design, such as metal accents, mirrored finishes and the use of exotic woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. Coffee tables first came into use during the Victorian era, largely in response to the rise of coffee houses in London. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary coffee tables.
How do you style an oval coffee table?
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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 do I style a Noguchi coffee table?
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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 much does a coffee table cost?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, a coffee table costs between $160 and $495,500.
Are glass coffee tables durable?
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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 big should a coffee table be for a sectional?
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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.
How do I authenticate my Noguchi coffee table?
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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.

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