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.

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.

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.

Is there a difference between a coffee table and a cocktail table?

"Coffee table" and "cocktail table" are used interchangeably; cocktail table is the more traditional term, often applied to lower, more formal designs.

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

While both pieces are relatively new to the furniture world, the main difference between them are their shapes. A cocktail table is generally square or rectangular in shape, while a coffee table tends to be oval or circular in shape. You can shop a collection of furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

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

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

How 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.

How do you date a Lane coffee table?

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

What is a tall coffee table called?

A tall coffee table is usually called exactly that — a tall coffee table. Coffee tables, also referred to as cocktail tables, are generally designed to sit at or below the sofa's seat height. These tables may come in a range of sizes, but they are often between 16 and 18 inches high and are designed in a variety of lengths and widths. They’re meant to provide a practical table-top surface that complements your living room layout. (A tall version might also be suitable for use as a dining table.) Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tall coffee tables from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

What is the best height for a coffee table?

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

What is the best coffee table for a sectional?

The best coffee table for a sectional can be a round coffee table, particularly with respect to U-shaped sectionals. The circular design creates a sense of balance in small spaces and renders it easy for guests to move to and fro, especially when surrounded by chairs. Find a collection of antique and vintage coffee tables on 1stDibs today.

What is the average height of a coffee table?

The average height of a coffee table is around 16 to 18 inches. Designers typically choose this height to create a balance between coffee tables and sofas. The average seat height of sofas is 17 to 18 inches, and experts typically recommend that coffee tables be no more than 1 inch shorter than sofa-seat height. Explore a diverse assortment of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

Spanish Coffee Table

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Spanish Rustic Wood

Metal Inlay On Table Top

Table With Iron Stretcher

20th Century Spanish Mariano Garcia Carved Pedestal Coffee Table

$2,467Sale Price|25% Off

20th Century Spanish Mariano Garcia Carved Pedestal Coffee Table

By Mariano Garcia

Located in Miami, FL

20th century Spanish Mariano Garcia carved pedestal coffee table.

Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Center Tables

Materials

Marble

"Tribumesa" Coffee Table / Bench by Marco Calhau, Spain, 2026

$2,785

"Tribumesa" Coffee Table / Bench by Marco Calhau, Spain, 2026

Located in Madrid, ES

Designed to function as a coffee table, bench or occasional stool, Tribumesa combines versatility with a strong sculptural presence.

Category

2010s Spanish Modern Center Tables

Materials

Wood

"Cuarentaycinco" Coffee Table by Diego Guillén Ligori, Spain, 2026

$9,311

"Cuarentaycinco" Coffee Table by Diego Guillén Ligori, Spain, 2026

Located in Madrid, ES

While conceived as one sculptural coffee table, the composition can be separated into four individual modules, each measuring 45 × 90 cm, allowing for multiple configurations and use...

Category

2010s Spanish Modern Center Tables

Materials

Wood, Lacquer, Paint

20th Century Spanish Surrealist brass "Leda" coffee table by Salvador Dalí

$71,044

20th Century Spanish Surrealist brass "Leda" coffee table by Salvador Dalí

By Salvador Dalí, BD Barcelona Design

Located in Barcelona, ES

Coffee table Spain, 1935/37 DIMENSIONS: Table: 1900x451xh.420mm; Table with egg: 1900x451xh.610mm Legs in a cast varnish brass.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Tables

Materials

Brass

"DelAmorYLaBelleza" Ceramic Coffee Table by Carlos Jiménez Cenamor, Spain, 2025

$6,764

"DelAmorYLaBelleza" Ceramic Coffee Table by Carlos Jiménez Cenamor, Spain, 2025

Located in Madrid, ES

Balancing sculpture, craftsmanship and functionality, the DelAmorYLaBelleza coffee table exemplifies the studio's optimistic and playful approach to collectible contemporary design.

Category

2010s Spanish Modern Center Tables

Materials

Ceramic

1960s Rattan and Bamboo Auxiliary Cart with Bottle Rack, France

$1,500

1960s Rattan and Bamboo Auxiliary Cart with Bottle Rack, France

Located in Marbella, ES

A charming mid-century modern bar cart crafted from bamboo and rattan, featuring an elegant, lightweight, and organic structure characteristic of French design from the 1960s and 70s...

Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker

Jaume Tresserra – Mueble Bar de Edición Limitada

$7,425

Jaume Tresserra – Mueble Bar de Edición Limitada

By Jaime Tresserra

Located in Barcelona, ES

Una pieza excepcional diseñada por el reconocido diseñador español Jaume Tresserra, concebida originalmente en exclusiva para el prestigioso Hotel Arts Barcelona. Esta singular piez...

Category

1990s Spanish Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel, Chrome

Jordi Vilanova Wood and Ceramic Coffee Table: Spanish Mid-century Masterpiece

$2,046

Jordi Vilanova Wood and Ceramic Coffee Table: Spanish Mid-century Masterpiece

By Jordi Vilanova i Bosch

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

"Jordi Vilanova Wood and Ceramic Coffee Table: Spanish Mid-century Masterpiece" Designer: Jordi Vilanova Origin: Spain Year of Manufacture: Circa 1960 Material: Wood...

Category

Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Center Tables

Materials

Wood

1970s Decorative Elephant in Carved and Gilded Wood, with Tray Stand, Italy

$2,842

1970s Decorative Elephant in Carved and Gilded Wood, with Tray Stand, Italy

Located in Marbella, ES

An elegant decorative elephant sculpture in carved and polychromed wood, with gilded details that accentuate its majestic bearing. The piece, crafted with exquisite artistry, feature...

Category

Late 20th Century Spanish Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Contemporary Ceramic Coffeetable Bench Glazed Stoneware Yellow Green Iron Oxide

$8,981

Contemporary Ceramic Coffeetable Bench Glazed Stoneware Yellow Green Iron Oxide

By Apparatu, Xavier Mañosa

Located in Rubi, Catalunya

Handmade stoneware coffee table manufactured at the workshop of Apparatu in Barcelona. Different clay bodys are mixed with natural fibers like corn, straw, or heather straw. The piec...

Category

2010s Spanish Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware, Stoneware

Late 19th Century Spanish Carved Coffee table with Wood Stretchers

$3,890

Late 19th Century Spanish Carved Coffee table with Wood Stretchers

Located in Miami, FL

Spanish church table or altar from the 19th century with wooden columns and top with a fine line of hand carved marquetry.

Category

Late 20th Century Spanish Baroque Center Tables

Materials

Walnut

Contemporary Ceramic Coffeetable modern Bench Glazed Stoneware Dark Green Brown

$7,996

Contemporary Ceramic Coffeetable modern Bench Glazed Stoneware Dark Green Brown

By Xavier Mañosa, Apparatu

Located in Rubi, Catalunya

Handmade stoneware coffee table manufactured at the workshop of Apparatu in Barcelona. Different clay bodys are mixed with natural fibers like corn, straw, or heather straw. The piec...

Category

2010s Spanish Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware, Stoneware

Spanish Low Coffee Table of Walnut with Wrought Iron Supports

$7,895

Spanish Low Coffee Table of Walnut with Wrought Iron Supports

Located in Austin, TX

With a rustic Baroque style, it functions as a great side table or coffee table as well as for patio or cabana use.

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Spanish Rustic Side Tables

Materials

Metal, Wrought Iron

Contemporary Ceramic modern Coffeetable Bench Glazed Stoneware Black Blue

$10,280

Contemporary Ceramic modern Coffeetable Bench Glazed Stoneware Black Blue

By Xavier Mañosa, Apparatu

Located in Rubi, Catalunya

Handmade stoneware coffee table manufactured at the workshop of Apparatu in Barcelona. Different clay bodys are mixed with natural fibers like corn, straw, or heather straw. The piec...

Category

2010s Spanish Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Earthenware, Stoneware

Lenar Yellow Spanish Marble & Bent Glass Coffee Table Meddel Bespoke Furniture

$6,503

Lenar Yellow Spanish Marble & Bent Glass Coffee Table Meddel Bespoke Furniture

By Joaquín Moll, Meddel

Located in VALVERDE DEL MAJANO, CL

Lenar Yellow Spanish Marble & Bent Glass Coffee Table Meddel Bespoke Furniture The Lenar Coffee Table is one of Meddel's most celebrated and enduring designs, embodying the Spani...

Category

2010s Spanish Modern Center Tables

Materials

Crystal, Marble

Low brass coffee table model "Leda" by Salvador Dalí 20th century spanish design

$71,044

Low brass coffee table model "Leda" by Salvador Dalí 20th century spanish design

By Salvador Dalí, BD Barcelona Design

Located in Barcelona, ES

Coffee table Spain, 1935/37 DIMENSIONS: Table: 1900x451xh.420mm; Table with egg: 1900x451xh.610mm Legs in a cast varnish brass.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Tables

Materials

Brass

Norita Travertine Marble & Black Slate Coffee Table Contemporary Design Spain

$3,610Sale Price|20% Off

Norita Travertine Marble & Black Slate Coffee Table Contemporary Design Spain

By Joaquín Moll, Meddel

Located in VALVERDE DEL MAJANO, CL

Norita Contemporary Marble and Slate Table by Joaquín Moll – A Statement of Elegance The Norita table, designed by renowned furniture designer and sculptor Joaquín Moll, is a masterf...

Category

Early 2000s Spanish Modern Center Tables

Materials

Travertine, Marble, Slate

PLAT Yellow Travertine Coffee Table Premium Marble Modern Design Furniture Spain

$6,353 / item

PLAT Yellow Travertine Coffee Table Premium Marble Modern Design Furniture Spain

By Joaquín Moll, Meddel

Located in VALVERDE DEL MAJANO, CL

PLAT Yellow Travertine Coffee Table Premium Marble Modern Design Furniture Spain The PLAT coffee table in yellow travertine transforms a minimalist design into a vibrant architectura...

Category

2010s Spanish Organic Modern Center Tables

Materials

Travertine, Marble

Kame Red Travertine Marble Coffee Table Sculptural Design Custom Furniture Spain

$3,747Sale Price / item|20% Off

Kame Red Travertine Marble Coffee Table Sculptural Design Custom Furniture Spain

By Joaquín Moll, Meddel

Located in VALVERDE DEL MAJANO, CL

Kame Red Travertine Marble Coffee Table Sculptural Design Custom Furniture Spain The Kame coffee table in red travertine marble is a striking example of sculptural contemporary desig...

Category

2010s Spanish Modern Center Tables

Materials

Crystal, Travertine, Marble

PLAT Red Alicante Marble Coffee Table, Custom Made Spanish Stone Bespoke Design

$3,078 / item

PLAT Red Alicante Marble Coffee Table, Custom Made Spanish Stone Bespoke Design

By Joaquín Moll, Meddel

Located in VALVERDE DEL MAJANO, CL

PLAT Red Alicante Marble Coffee Table, Custom Made Spanish Stone Bespoke Design The PLAT coffee table in Rojo Alicante marble is a striking expression of contemporary minimalism elev...

Category

2010s Spanish Organic Modern Center Tables

Materials

Marble

Marble Coffee Table NILO Luxury Brown Emperador Marble Metal Design Meddel Spain

$3,360Sale Price|20% Off

Marble Coffee Table NILO Luxury Brown Emperador Marble Metal Design Meddel Spain

By Meddel, Joaquín Moll

Located in VALVERDE DEL MAJANO, CL

Marble Coffee Table NILO Luxury Brown Emperador Marble Metal Design Meddel Spain Brown emperador marble coffee table Nilo is a contemporary and sculptural centre table designed by Jo...

Category

2010s Spanish Modern Center Tables

Materials

Stone, Marble, Metal

Green Indian Marble Coffee Table Nápoles Luxury Modern Design Joaquín Moll Spain

$3,403

Green Indian Marble Coffee Table Nápoles Luxury Modern Design Joaquín Moll Spain

By Joaquín Moll, Meddel

Located in VALVERDE DEL MAJANO, CL

Green Indian Marble Coffee Table Nápoles Luxury Modern Design Joaquín Moll Spain.

Category

2010s Spanish Modern Center Tables

Materials

Stone, Marble, Metal

Luxury Green Marble Coffee Table Dove by Joaquín Moll Custom Modern Design Spain

$3,269Sale Price / item|20% Off

Luxury Green Marble Coffee Table Dove by Joaquín Moll Custom Modern Design Spain

By Meddel, Joaquín Moll

Located in VALVERDE DEL MAJANO, CL

Luxury Green Marble Coffee Table Dove by Joaquín Moll Custom Modern Design Spain.

Category

2010s Spanish Modern Center Tables

Materials

Crystal, Marble

2010s Stua Eclipse Coffee / End Table with Stainless Steel Legs Made in Spain

$500

2010s Stua Eclipse Coffee / End Table with Stainless Steel Legs Made in Spain

By STUA

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Stua Eclipse coffee / side table. Originally designed by Jon Gasca in 2009, this example was produced by Stua in Spain.

Category

2010s Spanish Modern Side Tables

Materials

Aluminum

19th Spanish Carved Walnut Renaissance Center or Coffee Table

$5,590

19th Spanish Carved Walnut Renaissance Center or Coffee Table

Located in Miami, FL

In grand, gothic style, this Spanish library / writing table has a deeply carved edge and this is just the tip of the proverbial iceberg, as the carving never really stops. It goes o...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Gothic Revival Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Spanish Modernist Pagoda Coffee or Side Table in Oak by Manuel Barbero 1953

$2,217

Spanish Modernist Pagoda Coffee or Side Table in Oak by Manuel Barbero 1953

By Manuel Barbero

Located in Berlin, DE

Very elegant Pagoda side table or coffee table in excellent condition. The solid feet are a little like Jean Prouvé style.

Category

Vintage 1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Spanish Modernist Pagoda Coffee or Side Table in Oak by Manuel Barbero 1953

$1,250

Spanish Modernist Pagoda Coffee or Side Table in Oak by Manuel Barbero 1953

By Manuel Barbero

Located in Berlin, DE

Very elegant Pagoda side table or coffee table in excellent condition. The solid feet are a little like Jean Prouvé style.

Category

Vintage 1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Oak

“Brass Coffee Table M” White Carrara Marble Minimalist Coffee Table

$2,057 / item

“Brass Coffee Table M” White Carrara Marble Minimalist Coffee Table

By Josep Vila Capdevila

Located in Terrassa, Catalonia

The Marblelous Coffe Table Medium is a minimalist style low table consisting of a treated Carrara marble base and four solid brass legs joined together by silver welded solid brass c...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Minimalist Center Tables

Materials

Carrara Marble, Marble, Brass

“Brass Coffee Table L” White Carrara Marble Minimalist Coffee Table

$2,410 / item

“Brass Coffee Table L” White Carrara Marble Minimalist Coffee Table

By Josep Vila Capdevila

Located in Terrassa, Catalonia

The Marblelous Coffe Table Large is a minimalist style low table consisting of a treated Carrara marble base and four solid brass legs joined together by silver welded solid brass cr...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Minimalist Center Tables

Materials

Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass

Marble Coffee Table by Joseph Vila Capdevila

$1,588 / item

Marble Coffee Table by Joseph Vila Capdevila

Located in Geneve, CH

Marble coffee table by Joseph Vila Capdevila Material: Carrara marble, blue lacquered iron Dimensions: ø 100 x 25.5 cm Weight: 46.5 kg Aparentment is a space for creation and innov...

Category

2010s Spanish Modern Tables

Materials

Marble, Iron

Marble Coffee Table by Joseph Vila Capdevila

$2,251 / item

Marble Coffee Table by Joseph Vila Capdevila

Located in Geneve, CH

Marble coffee table by Joseph Vila Capdevila Material: Carrara marble, brass Dimensions: ø 100 x 25.5 cm Weight: 46.5 kg Aparentment is a space for creation and innovation, experim...

Category

2010s Spanish Modern Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

Low brass table model "Leda" by Salvador Dalí, Spanish Surrealist design

$71,044

Low brass table model "Leda" by Salvador Dalí, Spanish Surrealist design

By Salvador Dalí, BD Barcelona Design

Located in Barcelona, ES

Coffee table Spain, 1935/37 DIMENSIONS: Table: 1900x451xh.420mm; Table with egg: 1900x451xh.610mm Legs in a cast varnish brass.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Tables

Materials

Brass

Sankao Coffee Table in Ash Wood by Henka Lab

$8,104 / item

Sankao Coffee Table in Ash Wood by Henka Lab

Located in Geneve, CH

Sankao coffee table in ash wood by Henka Lab. Limited edition Dimensions: H 42 x W 120 x L 120 cm. Materials: ash wood, charcoal color, oil, natural wax finish. Series li...

Category

2010s Spanish Modern Tables

Materials

Ash

Sankao Coffee Table in Iroko Wood by Henka Lab

$8,104 / item

Sankao Coffee Table in Iroko Wood by Henka Lab

Located in Geneve, CH

Iroko Wood Sankao coffee table by Henka Lab Limited Edition Dimensions: H 42 x W 120 x L 120 cm Materials: Solid Iroko wood, oil, natural wax finish Avalaible in Ash wood, charco...

Category

2010s Spanish Modern Tables

Materials

Wood

Arte Coffee Table by Jean-Baptiste Van Den Heede

$4,477 / item

Arte Coffee Table by Jean-Baptiste Van Den Heede

Located in Geneve, CH

Arte coffee table by Jean-Baptiste Van den Heede Unique piece signed and numbered Dimensions: W 50 x L 145 x H 43 cm Materials: walnut, metal legs, natural stone Also availabl...

Category

2010s Spanish Modern Tables

Materials

Wood

Arte Coffee Table by Jean-Baptiste Van Den Heede

$7,913 / item

Arte Coffee Table by Jean-Baptiste Van Den Heede

Located in Geneve, CH

Arte coffee table by Jean-Baptiste Van den Heede Unique piece signed and numbered Dimensions: L 160 x H 42 x W 105 cm Materials: Spanish ash, iron legs, natural stone Design t...

Category

2010s Spanish Modern Tables

Materials

Iron

Oscar Tusquets Blanca Coffe Table " Carlina " For Bd Barcelona

$5,507 / item

Oscar Tusquets Blanca Coffe Table " Carlina " For Bd Barcelona

By Oscar Tusquets Blanca

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Oscar Tusquets Blanca Coffe Table " Carlina " Contemporary For Bd Barcelona .

Category

2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Glass

Brass coffee table model "Leda" by Salvador Dalí, Surrealist

$71,044

Brass coffee table model "Leda" by Salvador Dalí, Surrealist

By Salvador Dalí, BD Barcelona Design

Located in Barcelona, ES

During the ‘thirties in Paris, Salvador Dalí surrounded himself with a circle of friends involved in the application of art to varied disciplines, above and beyond the study of pure ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Tables

Materials

Brass

Spanish Accent Table with Gilt Iron Base & Square-Shaped Glass Top, Mid 20th C.

$1,533

Spanish Accent Table with Gilt Iron Base & Square-Shaped Glass Top, Mid 20th C.

Located in East Point, GA

A Spanish small-sized coffee table with glass top from the mid 20th century.

Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Tables

Materials

Metal

Sculptural Metal Coffee Table with Engraved Brass Top

$6,253

Sculptural Metal Coffee Table with Engraved Brass Top

Located in Marbella, ES

A stunning, sculptural coffee table crafted from metal, its organic, undulating silhouette adds presence and originality to any interior. The polished brass top features a delicate g...

Category

2010s Spanish Center Tables

Materials

Bronze

Arte Coffee Table by Jean-Baptiste Van Den Heede

$2,488 / item

Arte Coffee Table by Jean-Baptiste Van Den Heede

Located in Geneve, CH

Arte coffee table by Jean-Baptiste Van den Heede Signed unique piece Dimensions: L 114 x D 37 x H 42 cm Materials: poplar root wood Design tables from the ARTE collection in wa...

Category

2010s Spanish Post-Modern Tables

Materials

Poplar

Walnut Arte Coffee Table by Jean-Baptiste Van Den Heede

$4,902 / item

Walnut Arte Coffee Table by Jean-Baptiste Van Den Heede

Located in Geneve, CH

Walnut Arte coffee table by Jean-Baptiste Van den Heede Unique piece signed and numbered Dimensions: L 82 x W 75 x H 52 cm high Materials: walnut, metal legs. Wood thickness 15 c...

Category

2010s Spanish Modern Tables

Materials

Metal

Brass coffee table model "Leda" by Salvador Dalí 20th Century surrealism

$71,044

Brass coffee table model "Leda" by Salvador Dalí 20th Century surrealism

By Salvador Dalí, BD Barcelona Design

Located in Barcelona, ES

Coffee table Spain, 1935/37 DIMENSIONS: Table: 1900x451xh.420mm; Table with egg: 1900x451xh.610mm Legs in a cast varnish brass.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Tables

Materials

Brass

Premitif Stone Coffee Table by Jean-Baptiste Van Den Heede

$4,252 / item

Premitif Stone Coffee Table by Jean-Baptiste Van Den Heede

Located in Geneve, CH

Premitif stone coffee table by Jean-Baptiste Van den Heede Signed piece Dimensions: W 60 x D 45 x H 31 cm Materials: stone, green marble Also available: variations can be done. ...

Category

2010s Spanish Post-Modern Tables

Materials

Stone, Marble

1970s Bamboo Imitation Wooden Coffee Table with Raffia Folding Table

$1,932

1970s Bamboo Imitation Wooden Coffee Table with Raffia Folding Table

Located in Marbella, ES

1970s Bamboo Imitation Wooden Coffee Table with Raffia Folding Table

Category

Late 20th Century Spanish Serving Tables

Materials

Wicker, Wood

1950s Spanish Wabi Sabi Rustic Side Table, Hand-Carved Wood Design

$3,198

1950s Spanish Wabi Sabi Rustic Side Table, Hand-Carved Wood Design

Located in Barcelona, ES

Measures: 48 cm W x 37 cm D x 52 cm H // 18,89 in W x 14,56 in D x 20,47 in H Wabi Sabi Wood Table // Rustic Wooden Table // Primitive Folk Art Table // Spanish Rustic Coffee Table

Category

20th Century Spanish Brutalist Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Elm and Stone Oval Coffee Table by Jean-Baptiste Van den Heede

$4,152 / item

Elm and Stone Oval Coffee Table by Jean-Baptiste Van den Heede

Located in Geneve, CH

Elm and Stone oval coffee table by Jean-Baptiste Van den Heede Unique piece signed and numbered Dimensions: W 87 x L 42 x H 41 cm Materials: Elm wood and natural Stone carved by h...

Category

2010s Spanish Modern Tables

Materials

Wood

Low coffee table "Leda" by Salvador Dalí black Limited Edition varnished brass

$78,057

Low coffee table "Leda" by Salvador Dalí black Limited Edition varnished brass

By (after) Salvador Dali

Located in Barcelona, ES

In 2009 we commemorated the 20th Anniversary of the death of Salvador Dali and BD wished to add its special homage by producing a special limited edition of his fantastic furniture c...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Tables

Materials

Brass

Brutalist Wrought Iron Coffee Table with Bronzed Sunburst Top, Europe, 1970s

$1,999

Brutalist Wrought Iron Coffee Table with Bronzed Sunburst Top, Europe, 1970s

Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL

A bold round coffee table in the Brutalist and Spanish Revival spirit, made in Europe around the 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s Spanish Brutalist Sofa Tables

Materials

Ironstone, Polyester, Plywood

Polo Bespoke Travertine Marble Coffee Table Contemporary Design Italian Marble

$2,737Sale Price / item|20% Off

Polo Bespoke Travertine Marble Coffee Table Contemporary Design Italian Marble

By Joaquín Moll, Meddel

Located in VALVERDE DEL MAJANO, CL

Polo Bespoke Travertine Marble Coffee Table Contemporary Design Italian Marble The Polo coffee table is a refined piece of modern design, meticulously handcrafted in creamy Roman tra...

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Travertine, Marble

PLAT Campaspero Limestone Coffee Table Bespoke Luxury Marble Designer Furniture

$6,353 / item

PLAT Campaspero Limestone Coffee Table Bespoke Luxury Marble Designer Furniture

By Joaquín Moll, Meddel

Located in VALVERDE DEL MAJANO, CL

PLAT Campaspero Limestone Coffee Table Bespoke Luxury Marble Designer Furniture The PLAT coffee table in Campaspero limestone is a refined expression of architectural simplicity, cra...

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Mena Italian Travertine Marble Coffee Table Contemprary Design Bespoke Furniture

$9,150Sale Price|20% Off

Mena Italian Travertine Marble Coffee Table Contemprary Design Bespoke Furniture

By Joaquín Moll, Meddel

Located in VALVERDE DEL MAJANO, CL

Mena Italian Travertine Marble Coffee Table Contemprary Design Bespoke Furniture The Mena marble coffee table is a refined expression of contemporary Spanish design, handcrafted in I...

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2010s Spanish Modern Center Tables

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Crystal, Travertine, Marble

FORNIX Coffee Table Limestone Marble Structure Glass Minimalist Modern Design

$4,434

FORNIX Coffee Table Limestone Marble Structure Glass Minimalist Modern Design

By Joaquín Moll, Meddel

Located in VALVERDE DEL MAJANO, CL

FORNIX Coffee Table Limestone Marble Structure Glass Minimalist Modern Design FORNIX is a sophisticated coffee table that brings together natural stone, glass, and metal in a design ...

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2010s Spanish Modern Center Tables

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Limestone, Marble

Handcrafted Solid Wood Low Round Coffee Table, The Bacon Collection

$2,613 / item

Handcrafted Solid Wood Low Round Coffee Table, The Bacon Collection

Located in Alcoy, Alicante

Anchoring the sophisticated lounge or curated living space, the Low Round Table from the esteemed Bacon Collection is a masterclass in architectural stillness. Conceptualized as the ...

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2010s Spanish Organic Modern Center Tables

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Wood

Large Lenar Roman Travertine and Glass Coffee Table Meddel Architectural Design

$6,503

Large Lenar Roman Travertine and Glass Coffee Table Meddel Architectural Design

By Meddel, Joaquín Moll

Located in VALVERDE DEL MAJANO, CL

Large Lenar Roman Travertine and Glass Coffee Table Meddel Architectural Design The Lenar coffee table is one of Meddel’s most celebrated and enduring designs, a true bestseller that...

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2010s Spanish Organic Modern Center Tables

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Travertine, Marble

Midcentury Square Lucite Coffee Table with Chromed Metal Details

$1,920Sale Price|20% Off

Midcentury Square Lucite Coffee Table with Chromed Metal Details

Located in Miami, FL

About A square Lucite coffee table with chromed brass details, French, circa 1970 Dimensions big table: H 15.74 in. x W 39.5 in. x D 39.5 in.

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Center Tables

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Brass

1980s Mediterranean Style Synthetic Fiber Coffee Table with Glass Top

$1,159

1980s Mediterranean Style Synthetic Fiber Coffee Table with Glass Top

Located in Marbella, ES

Elegant coffee table crafted from finely woven synthetic fiber, featuring a solid structure and a square design with soft, balanced lines. The transparent glass top showcases the int...

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Late 20th Century Spanish Side Tables

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Natural Fiber, Plastic

PLAT Brown Marble Coffee Table Bespoke Luxury Furniture Minimal Modern Design

$3,176 / item

PLAT Brown Marble Coffee Table Bespoke Luxury Furniture Minimal Modern Design

By Meddel, Joaquín Moll

Located in VALVERDE DEL MAJANO, CL

PLAT Brown Marble Coffee Table Bespoke Luxury Furniture Minimal Modern Design The PLAT coffee table in Emperador marble is a refined expression of minimalist design elevated by one o...

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2010s Spanish Organic Modern Center Tables

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Marble

PLAT Green Marble Coffee Table Custom Made Minimalist Designer Bespoke Furniture

$3,064 / item

PLAT Green Marble Coffee Table Custom Made Minimalist Designer Bespoke Furniture

By Joaquín Moll, Meddel

Located in VALVERDE DEL MAJANO, CL

PLAT Green Marble Coffee Table Custom Made Minimalist Designer Bespoke Furniture The PLAT coffee table in green marble is a refined exercise in proportion, material purity, and archi...

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Marble

Maule Limestone Design Coffee Table Campaspero Marble Joaquín Moll in Stock

$6,844Sale Price|20% Off

Maule Limestone Design Coffee Table Campaspero Marble Joaquín Moll in Stock

By Joaquín Moll, Meddel

Located in VALVERDE DEL MAJANO, CL

Maule Limestone Design Coffee Table Campaspero Marble Joaquín Moll in Stock The Maule Coffee Table is a radical expression of sculptural design, where architectural precision meets t...

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Spanish Coffee Table For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the Spanish coffee table you’re looking for. A Spanish coffee table — often made from metal, wood and iron — can elevate any home. There are 434 variations of the antique or vintage Spanish coffee table you’re looking for, while we also have 131 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the Spanish coffee table you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A Spanish coffee table, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Hollywood Regency style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Adolfo Abejon, Sarreid Ltd. and Italo Valenti each produced at least one beautiful Spanish coffee table that is worth considering.

How Much is a Spanish Coffee Table?

Prices for a Spanish coffee table can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $59 and can go as high as $107,929, while the average can fetch as much as $2,965.

Finding the Right Coffee-tables-cocktail-tables for You

As a practical focal point in your living area, antique and vintage coffee tables and cocktail tables are an invaluable addition to any interior.

Low tables that were initially used as tea tables or coffee tables have been around since at least the mid- to late-1800s. Early coffee tables surfaced in Victorian-era England, likely influenced by the use of tea tables in Japanese tea gardens. In the United States, furniture makers worked to introduce low, long tables into their offerings as the popularity of coffee and “coffee breaks” took hold during the late 19th century and early 20th century.

It didn’t take long for coffee tables and cocktail tables to become a design staple and for consumers to recognize their role in entertaining no matter what beverages were being served. Originally, these tables were as simple as they are practical — as high as your sofa and made primarily of wood. In recent years, however, metal, glass and plastics have become popular in coffee tables and cocktail tables, and design hasn’t been restricted to the conventional low profile, either.

Visionary craftspeople such as Paul Evans introduced bold, geometric designs that challenge the traditional idea of what a coffee table can be. The elongated rectangles and wide boxy forms of Evans’s desirable Cityscape coffee table, for example, will meet your needs but undoubtedly prove imposing in your living space.

If you’re shopping for an older coffee table to bring into your home — be it an antique Georgian-style coffee table made of mahogany or walnut with decorative inlays or a classic square mid-century modern piece comprised of rosewood designed by the likes of Ettore Sottsass — there are a few things you should keep in mind.

Both the table itself and what you put on it should align with the overall design of the room, not just by what you think looks fashionable in isolation. According to interior designer Tamara Eaton, the material of your vintage coffee table is something you need to consider. “With a glass coffee table, you also have to think about the surface underneath, like the rug or floor,” she says. “With wood and stone tables, you think about what’s on top.”

Find the perfect centerpiece for any room, no matter what your personal furniture style on 1stDibs — shop Art Deco coffee tables, travertine coffee tables and other antique and vintage coffee tables and cocktail tables today.

Questions About Spanish Coffee Table

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.
Who invented the coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
No one knows for sure who invented the coffee table. The earliest examples of the occasional table can be traced back to Victorian-era Britain. At that time, makers like William Watt and Collinson and Lock were producing coffee tables in large quantities.

Notably, F. Stuart Foote, the designer behind the American Imperial Furniture Company, claimed to have invented the coffee table in the early 20th century. He stated that he did so by cutting down the legs of a dining table. However, it's unlikely that Foote is the actual inventor of the coffee table, as books describing coffee tables existed in the UK a decade before his birth in 1872.

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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.
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.
What is the difference between a center table and a coffee table?
1 Answer
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.
Are end tables taller than coffee tables?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
Yes, end tables are generally taller than coffee tables.

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

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

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What is the difference between a coffee table and a console table?
1 Answer
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.
Is there a difference between a coffee table and a cocktail table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
"Coffee table" and "cocktail table" are used interchangeably; cocktail table is the more traditional term, often applied to lower, more formal designs.
What is the difference between a coffee table and a cocktail table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
While both pieces are relatively new to the furniture world, the main difference between them are their shapes. A cocktail table is generally square or rectangular in shape, while a coffee table tends to be oval or circular in shape. You can shop a collection of furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between a sofa table and a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
The difference between a sofa table and a coffee table is that a sofa table is always behind the sofa and a coffee table is in front of it. Additionally, a sofa table is the same height as the sofa and a coffee table is much shorter.
How big should a coffee table be for a sectional?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
How big a coffee table for a sectional should be depends on the dimensions of the sectional. For a balanced look, a coffee table should be roughly two-thirds of the length of the sofa portion of a sofa and chaise sectional. If you have an L-shaped sofa, the coffee table should be around two-thirds of the length of each arm. Find a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
How do I authenticate my Noguchi coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To authenticate your Noguchi coffee table, there are three different marks to look for. Isamu Noguchi’s signature will be on the edge of the table and on a medallion under the base. Even under the medallion, you will find Noguchi’s initials. Shop a collection of properly vetted Noguchi pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
How do you stack books on a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
To stack books on a coffee table, place the largest one on the bottom with the spine facing the focal piece of furniture, usually the sofa. Then, add the next largest, lining up the inner edges so that the spines create a stepped effect. Continue adding books to complete the stack and top it off with a decorative object if you wish. Shop a variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
How do you date a Lane coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
To date a Lane coffee table, look for the serial number on the underside of the piece. On most Lane coffee tables, reading the number from right to left will tell you the date that the table was manufactured. For example, a serial number that says 852140 would have been produced on April 12, 1958. Founded in Virginia in the early 20th century, Lane is largely known for its cedar chests and innovative mid-century modern designs. Find a variety of Lane coffee tables on 1stDibs.
What is a tall coffee table called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
A tall coffee table is usually called exactly that — a tall coffee table. Coffee tables, also referred to as cocktail tables, are generally designed to sit at or below the sofa's seat height. These tables may come in a range of sizes, but they are often between 16 and 18 inches high and are designed in a variety of lengths and widths. They’re meant to provide a practical table-top surface that complements your living room layout. (A tall version might also be suitable for use as a dining table.) Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tall coffee tables from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
What is the best height for a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
The best height for a coffee table is around 1 to 2 inches lower than the seat height of the adjacent sofa. Most sofas feature seat heights of around 17 or 18 inches. As a result, the most common height for coffee tables is 15 to 17 inches. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of coffee tables.
What is the best coffee table for a sectional?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
The best coffee table for a sectional can be a round coffee table, particularly with respect to U-shaped sectionals. The circular design creates a sense of balance in small spaces and renders it easy for guests to move to and fro, especially when surrounded by chairs. Find a collection of antique and vintage coffee tables on 1stDibs today.
What is the average height of a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
The average height of a coffee table is around 16 to 18 inches. Designers typically choose this height to create a balance between coffee tables and sofas. The average seat height of sofas is 17 to 18 inches, and experts typically recommend that coffee tables be no more than 1 inch shorter than sofa-seat height. Explore a diverse assortment of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

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