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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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Vladimir Kagan Snail Coffee Table in Walnut w/Original Glass

$4,900

H 15 in W 41 in D 42 in

Vladimir Kagan Snail Coffee Table in Walnut w/Original Glass

By Vladimir Kagan, Selig

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Snail coffee table by Vladimir Kagan for Selig. Coffee table is all original including the glass

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Glass, Wood, Walnut

Vladimir Kagan Mid Century Walnut Snail Coffee Table

$5,347

H 15 in W 42 in D 36.75 in

Vladimir Kagan Mid Century Walnut Snail Coffee Table

By Vladimir Kagan, Selig

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Vladimir Kagan Mid Century Walnut Snail Coffee Table This coffee table measures: 42 wide x 36.75

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

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Glass, Walnut

Vladimir Kagan Mid Century Walnut Snail Coffee Table

$4,795

H 14.75 in W 46 in D 46 in

Vladimir Kagan Mid Century Walnut Snail Coffee Table

By Selig, Vladimir Kagan

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Vladimir Kagan Mid Century Walnut Snail Coffee Table This coffee table measures: 46 wide x 46 deep

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Glass, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Snail Coffee Table

$4,400

H 14 in W 42 in D 42 in

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Snail Coffee Table

Located in Roanoke, VA

Iconic coffee table similar to, or a variation of, Vladimir Kagan's Snail Table designed for Selig

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

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Walnut

Post modern lucite snail spiral glass top coffee table

$2,500

H 16.5 in W 48 in D 48 in

Post modern lucite snail spiral glass top coffee table

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Post modern lucite snail spiral glass top coffee table. Base is made of clear polished lucite

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Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Glass, Plexiglass

Vintage Snail Style Lucite & Glass Mid Century Contemporary Modern Coffee Table

$1,500

H 15 in W 36 in D 40 in

Vintage Snail Style Lucite & Glass Mid Century Contemporary Modern Coffee Table

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

A vintage snail style coffee table. This vintage coffee table features a fun design with its curled

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

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Glass

Wonderful Mid Century Lucite Snail Base Glass Top Cocktail Coffee Table

$2,000Sale Price|20% Off

H 15.25 in W 42 in D 28 in

Wonderful Mid Century Lucite Snail Base Glass Top Cocktail Coffee Table

By Charles Hollis Jones

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Wonderful snail base design Lucite base with a 3 /4" thick coffee table. This table measures 15.25

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

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Glass, Lucite

Italian Provincial Scrollwork Snail Glass Top Wooden Coffee Table Set - 3 Pc Set

$1,600 / set

H 22.5 in W 24 in D 24 in

Italian Provincial Scrollwork Snail Glass Top Wooden Coffee Table Set - 3 Pc Set

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Italian Provincial Scrollwork "Snail" Glass Top Wooden Coffee Table Set - 3 Pc Set. Listing

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Other Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Glass, Wood

Lucite Snail Base Square 3/4" Thick Glass Top Coffee Table Mid Century Modern

$3,200

H 17 in W 42 in D 42 in

Lucite Snail Base Square 3/4" Thick Glass Top Coffee Table Mid Century Modern

By Charles Hollis Jones

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Lucite Snail Base Square 3/4" Thick Glass Top Coffee Table Mid Century Modern

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

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Glass, Lucite

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Walnut Snail Cocktail Table by Vladimir Kagan 1970

$3,850

H 18 in W 41.5 in D 41.5 in

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Walnut Snail Cocktail Table by Vladimir Kagan 1970

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous design from the sixties by Vladimir Kagan and Associates. Snail walnut cocktail table with

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

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Glass, Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Painted Wood Coffee Table Styled After Selig

$2,595

H 14 in Dm 24 in

Mid-Century Modern Painted Wood Coffee Table Styled After Selig

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This mid-century modern vibrant green snail form coffee table in the manner of Kagan for Selig. It

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

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Glass, Wood

Italian Glazed Gilt Porcelain Snail

$1,850 / set

H 5.5 in W 12 in D 6.75 in

Italian Glazed Gilt Porcelain Snail

Located in Houston, TX

glazed gilt porcelain snail or escargot figure. Great coffee table or bookcase accessory!

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Vintage 1980s Italian Hollywood Regency Animal Sculptures

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Porcelain

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Fabulous Bronze Snail Coffee Table

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H 16 in W 26 in D 15.5 in

Fabulous Bronze Snail Coffee Table

Located in Atlanta, GA

Fabulous bronze snail coffee table.

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Vintage 1970s American Art Nouveau Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Bronze

Vladimir Kagan Snail Coffee Table Designed by Vladimir Kagan

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H 15 in W 37 in D 42 in

Vladimir Kagan Snail Coffee Table Designed by Vladimir Kagan

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Allentown, PA

Snail coffee table designed by Vladimir Kagan for Selig USA, circa 1950s walnut and glass 14 5/8" H

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

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Walnut

Vladimir Kagan Snail Table

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H 14 in Dm 22 in

Vladimir Kagan Snail Table

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in New Haven, CT

This iconic design by Vladimir Kagan of his snail coffee table is handmade. Original unaltered

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

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Walnut

Vladimir Kagan Walnut Snail Coffee Table

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H 15 in W 42 in D 37 in

Vladimir Kagan Walnut Snail Coffee Table

Located in New York, NY

Very nice example of Kagan's well known snail coffee table. A graceful spiral with walnut veneer

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20th Century American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Walnut, Glass

Vladimir Kagan "Snail" Coffee Table, Circa 1960s

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H 15.5 in W 51.5 in D 37.5 in

Vladimir Kagan "Snail" Coffee Table, Circa 1960s

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Peabody, MA

Original Vladimir Kagan “snail” coffee table in spiral formed walnut paired with a boomerang shaped

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

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Glass, Walnut

Vladimir Kagan Snail Coffee Table

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H 15 in W 42 in D 37 in

Vladimir Kagan Snail Coffee Table

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The iconic Snail coffee table by Vladimir Kagan, c.1960s, USA, is comprised of a bent walnut base

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

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Glass, Wood, Walnut

Vladimir Kagan “Snail” Coffee Table with Glass Top for Selig

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H 15 in W 42 in D 37 in

Vladimir Kagan “Snail” Coffee Table with Glass Top for Selig

By Selig, Vladimir Kagan

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vladimir Kagan “Snail” coffee table with glass top for Selig.

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

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Glass, Walnut

Mid-Century "Snail" Coffee Table by Vladimir Kagan

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H 14.5 in Dm 36 in

Mid-Century "Snail" Coffee Table by Vladimir Kagan

By Selig, Vladimir Kagan

Located in Peabody, MA

Mid-century modern spiral "snail" coffee table in walnut. Although the snail table was originally

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

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Glass

Vladimir Kagan Snail Coffee Table, Walnut & Glass, 1960's

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H 14.5 in W 47.5 in D 47.5 in

Vladimir Kagan Snail Coffee Table, Walnut & Glass, 1960's

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Culver City, CA

A true design classic, this Vladimir Kagan Snail Coffee Table is a sculptural statement piece with

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

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Glass, Walnut

Vladimir Kagan Walnut "Snail" Coffee Table

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H 14.25 in Dm 48 in

Vladimir Kagan Walnut "Snail" Coffee Table

Located in Chicago, IL

A classic Kagan design that evokes the equiangular spiral of a snail's shell. Constructed of bent

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Vintage 1960s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Walnut, Glass

Vintage Vladimir Kagan Walnut Snail Coffee Table

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H 15 in Dm 36 in

Vintage Vladimir Kagan Walnut Snail Coffee Table

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vladimir Kagan design for Selig in the 1960s. A heavy curved walnut base with the original round glass top.

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

Classic Federico Armijo Snail Table

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H 18.5 in W 32 in L 18.5 in

Classic Federico Armijo Snail Table

By Federico Armijo

Located in Peekskill, NY

We love this oversized whimsical snail coffee table. Its hand carved from solid laminated pine and

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

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Wood

Vladimir Kagan Snail Coffee Table in Walnut with Original Glass

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H 16 in W 37 in D 42 in

Vladimir Kagan Snail Coffee Table in Walnut with Original Glass

By Selig, Vladimir Kagan

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A superb example of the iconic design, the Snail table by Vladimir Kagan. Freshly refinished walnut

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

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Glass, Walnut

1960s Mid-Century Vladimir Kagan for Selig Snail Coffee Table

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H 15 in W 36 in D 42 in

1960s Mid-Century Vladimir Kagan for Selig Snail Coffee Table

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in San Antonio, TX

Mid-Century Modern coffee table designed by architect Vladimir Kagan. The snail-like spiral base is

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

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Glass, Wood

Vladimir Kagan Snail Coffee Table, Spiral Base and Glass, 1960s

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H 15.36 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in

Vladimir Kagan Snail Coffee Table, Spiral Base and Glass, 1960s

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Milano, IT

Elegant coffee table designed by designer Vladimir Kagan in 1960. The coffee table is called Lumaca

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

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Glass, Walnut

Vintage MCM Minimalist Vladimir Kagan for Selig Snail Coffee Table

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H 15 in W 39.25 in D 39.25 in

Vintage MCM Minimalist Vladimir Kagan for Selig Snail Coffee Table

By Selig, Vladimir Kagan

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Superb MCM Wood under glass coffee table. Made by the iconic Vladimir Kagan for Selig. Unmarked

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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail T...

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Glass, Wood

Lucite Snail Table

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H 13 in W 19 in D 16 in

Lucite Snail Table

Located in Phoenix, AZ

Thick lucite 'snail' cocktail table circa early 1970's. Has a beautiful spiral form and can be

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Vintage 1970s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Glass, Lucite

Regency Style, Lucite Snail, Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table

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H 15.5 in W 39 in D 36 in

Regency Style, Lucite Snail, Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Gorgeous Thick lucite snail table with custom glass.

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

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Glass

Vintage Square Snail Style Coffee Table with Glass Top

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H 14.75 in W 40 in D 40 in

Vintage Square Snail Style Coffee Table with Glass Top

Located in Kansas City, MO

Completely original and in very good condition, ready to use. Square glass with soft corners. Beautiful example of this design.

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

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Glass, Walnut

Show Stopper Carved Wood Snail Cocktail Coffee or Side Table

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H 17 in W 30 in D 24 in

Show Stopper Carved Wood Snail Cocktail Coffee or Side Table

By Federico Armijo

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Super stylish whimsical cocktail or side table having rich carved wood sculptural snail shaped base

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

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Glass, Wood

Vladimir Kagan Snail Table

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H 15 in W 41.5 in D 36 in

Vladimir Kagan Snail Table

Located in San Francisco, CA

Sculptural walnut veneer snail table with excellent original condition tempered glass top.

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Vintage 1960s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Walnut

VLADIMIR KAGAN SNAIL TABLE

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VLADIMIR KAGAN SNAIL TABLE

Located in Wargrave, Berkshire

Vladimir Kagan designed "Snail" table , spiral form base with original glass top .

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Vintage 1960s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Vladimir Kagan Walnut and Glass Snail Rounded Rectangle Coffee Table

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H 15 in W 37 in L 15 in

Vladimir Kagan Walnut and Glass Snail Rounded Rectangle Coffee Table

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Mid-Century Modern Snail table by Vladimir Kagan. Beautiful walnut grain and color. Rare super

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

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Glass, Walnut

Italian Ceramic Snail Table

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H 17.5 in W 31 in D 20 in

Italian Ceramic Snail Table

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Charming white ceramic snail sculpture that is a base for a diminutive cocktail table with an

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Vintage 1970s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Ceramic, Glass

Snail Table by Kagan

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H 14.5 in W 37 in D 42 in

Snail Table by Kagan

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in New York, NY

Classic Snail Table designed by Kagan. Excellent overall condition, very insignificant scratch to

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

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Glass, Wood

Vladmir Kagan Snail Table

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H 15 in W 36 in D 41 in

Vladmir Kagan Snail Table

Located in Bellport, NY

Molded walnut base glass top.

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20th Century American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Walnut

Vladmir Kagan Snail Table

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H 15 in W 36 in D 41 in

Vladmir Kagan Snail Table

Located in Bellport, NY

Molded walnut base,glass top.

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Vintage 1950s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Walnut, Glass

'Snail' Coffee or Side Table by Federico Armijo, 1960s Spain, Signed

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H 17.5 in W 28 in L 17.5 in

'Snail' Coffee or Side Table by Federico Armijo, 1960s Spain, Signed

By Federico Armijo

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This whimsical 1960s classic is the 'Snail' table by Federico Armijo for Sarreid Ltd, 1960s Spain

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

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Glass, Wood

Snail Table by Vladimir Kagan

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H 24 in W 22 in D 14.5 in

Snail Table by Vladimir Kagan

Located in Chicago, IL

“Snail” table by Vladimir Kagan for Dunbar. Walnut, glass. Glass: 42” x 36.5” x .5”

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Vintage 1960s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Walnut

Kagan Style Snail Table Base

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H 15 in Dm 26 in

Kagan Style Snail Table Base

Located in New York, NY

Exceptional Snail coffeetable/sidetable base. Base only.

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20th Century American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table Walnut Spiral or Snail Pedestal with Glass Top

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H 25.5 in W 42 in D 37 in

Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table Walnut Spiral or Snail Pedestal with Glass Top

Located in Topeka, KS

walnut snail or spiral pedestal base coffee table crowned with a spectacular rectangular rounded corner

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

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Glass, Walnut

"Snail" Cocktail Table by Vladimir Kagan

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H 15 in Dm 42 in

"Snail" Cocktail Table by Vladimir Kagan

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Chicago, IL

beauty of this piece, showing sculpture, form and depth within the table.

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

Mid-Century Snail Base Lucite Cocktail Table

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H 18 in Dm 36 in

Mid-Century Snail Base Lucite Cocktail Table

Located in Wilton, CT

Mid 1970's snail-base lucite table in a great size and in excellent condition.

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

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Lucite, Glass

Wonderful Walnut Snail Table by Vladimir Kagan

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H 15 in W 42 in D 37 in

Wonderful Walnut Snail Table by Vladimir Kagan

Located in New York, NY

the "Snail" table. A modest and simplistic form for any modern environment.

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Vintage 1960s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Walnut, Glass

Vladimir Kagan Walnut Glass Top Snail Table

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H 15 in Dm 36 in

Vladimir Kagan Walnut Glass Top Snail Table

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Classic coffee table designed by V. Kagan.

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

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Glass

Carved Wood Snail Sculpture Table by Federico Armijo

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H 17.25 in W 31.75 in D 17.75 in

Carved Wood Snail Sculpture Table by Federico Armijo

By Federico Armijo

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Whimsical carved dark wood snail sculpture with glass top for use as coffee or side table.

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20th Century Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Carved Pinewood and Glass Snail Cocktail Table by Federico Armijo

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H 18 in W 34.5 in D 32 in

Carved Pinewood and Glass Snail Cocktail Table by Federico Armijo

By Federico Armijo

Located in Palm Springs, CA

An amazing hand-carved snail cocktail table with a new 1/2" thick 32"in diameter glass top. This

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

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Brass

A Spiraling American "Snail" Table w/Glass Top by Vladimir Kagan

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H 15 in Dm 48 in

A Spiraling American "Snail" Table w/Glass Top by Vladimir Kagan

Located in San Francisco, CA

A spiraling American "snail" table with walnut-veneered base and ciruclar glass top; by Vladimir

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Vintage 1960s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Vladimir Kagan Coffee Table

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H 15 in W 42 in D 37 in

Vladimir Kagan Coffee Table

Located in San Francisco, CA

Vladimir Kagan design "Snail" form coffee table with original glass top.

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Vintage 1960s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Walnut

Mid-Century Walnut Snail Base by Vladimir Kagan

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H 14 in Dm 24 in

Mid-Century Walnut Snail Base by Vladimir Kagan

Located in Water Mill, NY

Early Snail Base by Vladimir Kagan- Hampton Location

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Vintage 1950s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Vladimir Kagan Walnut Snail Coffee Table

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H 15 in Dm 42 in

Mid-Century Modern Vladimir Kagan Walnut Snail Coffee Table

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Toledo, OH

Mid-Century Modern Vladimir Kagan walnut snail coffee table. Measures: 42"flat edge 1/2" plate

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20th Century European Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Walnut

Hollywood Regency Kagan Style Lucite Snail Coffee Table, Mid-Century Modern

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H 15 in W 39 in D 36 in

Hollywood Regency Kagan Style Lucite Snail Coffee Table, Mid-Century Modern

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Gorgeous Thick lucite snail coffee table with custom glass. Done in the style of Vladimir Kagan

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

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Glass, Lucite

Vladimir Kagan Walnut Snail Coffee Table With Round Glass Top

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H 15.25 in W 42 in D 42 in

Vladimir Kagan Walnut Snail Coffee Table With Round Glass Top

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Culver City, CA

Available right now we have a stunning Vladimir Kagan Snail coffee table. This "swirl" walnut

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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Walnut

Snail Coffee Table

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H 14.75 in W 42 in D 37 in

Snail Coffee Table

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Vladimir Kagan Snail Coffee Table in Walnut

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H 16 in W 37 in D 42 in

Vladimir Kagan Snail Coffee Table in Walnut

By Selig, Vladimir Kagan

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For sale, the iconic design, the snail table by Vladimir Kagan. Refinished walnut spiral base

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Vladimir Kagan “Snail” Coffee Table for Selig

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H 14.75 in W 42 in D 38 in

Vladimir Kagan “Snail” Coffee Table for Selig

By Selig, Vladimir Kagan

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Iconic coffee table designed by German-born architect and furniture designer Vladimir Kagan for

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

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Vladimir Kagan Sculpted “Snail” Coffee Table for Selig

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Vladimir Kagan Sculpted “Snail” Coffee Table for Selig

By Selig, Vladimir Kagan

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Iconic coffee table designed by German-born architect and furniture designer Vladimir Kagan for

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

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Vladimir Kagan Walnut Snail Table

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Vladimir Kagan Walnut Snail Table

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Beautifully crafted snail coffee table by Vladimir Kagan with a lovely, rich walnut veneer over

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

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Vladimir Kagan Snail Coffee Table in Walnut with Original Glass

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Vladimir Kagan Snail Coffee Table in Walnut with Original Glass

By Selig, Vladimir Kagan

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A superb example of the iconic design, the snail table by Vladimir Kagan. Freshly refinished walnut

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1970s Large Snail Coffee Table Lucite Base and Glass Tabletop

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1970s Large Snail Coffee Table Lucite Base and Glass Tabletop

Located in Atlanta, GA

Elegant 1970s round coffee or side table. Snail or spiral extra thick clear Lucite base with clear

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Vintage Boho Carved Wood Snail Coffee Table After Federico Armijo

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Vintage Boho Carved Wood Snail Coffee Table After Federico Armijo

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coffee table in the style of artist Frederick Armijo. This truly unique piece features a substantial base

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Vladimir Kagan Snail Coffee Table in Walnut with Round Glass Top

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Vladimir Kagan Snail Coffee Table in Walnut with Round Glass Top

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Littleton, CO

A vintage mid-century walnut "snail" base coffee table by Vladimir Kagan, recently and beautifully

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

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Vladimir Kagan Sculptural “Snail” Coffee Table with Glass Top for Selig

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Vladimir Kagan Sculptural “Snail” Coffee Table with Glass Top for Selig

By Vladimir Kagan, Selig

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Iconic coffee table designed by German-born architect and furniture designer Vladimir Kagan for

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1970s Vladimir Kagan Style Lucite and Glass Snail Coffee Table, a Pair

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1970s Vladimir Kagan Style Lucite and Glass Snail Coffee Table, a Pair

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Atlanta, GA

Elegant pair of round coffee or side tables in the style of Vladimir Kagan famous snail table

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Post modern lucite snail spiral glass top coffee table

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Post modern lucite snail spiral glass top coffee table

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Post modern lucite snail spiral glass top coffee table. Base is made of clear polished lucite

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Vintage Hollywood Regency Lucite Snail Coffee and Side Tables

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Vintage Hollywood Regency Lucite Snail Coffee and Side Tables

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"snail" or spiral tables. The pair are in great age appropriate condition. Wow! How I love these

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20th Century American Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Vladimir Kagan Snail Table

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Vladimir Kagan Snail Table

By Vladimir Kagan

Located in Dallas, TX

Vladimir Kagan walnut snail table.

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Vintage 1970s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Walnut, Glass

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Snail Coffee Table For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic snail coffee table available at 1stDibs. A snail coffee table — often made from glass, wood and walnut — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the snail coffee table you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A snail coffee table made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Art Nouveau — is very popular. Vladimir Kagan, Selig and Federico Armijo each produced at least one beautiful snail coffee table that is worth considering.

How Much is a Snail Coffee Table?

A snail coffee table can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,991, while the lowest priced sells for $1,100 and the highest can go for as much as $6,000.

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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