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VINTAGE THEODORE ALEXANDER SCHOLARS STACK LiBRARY BOOKCASES COFFEE TABLE DRAWER
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Pulborough, GB
traditional libraries and academia, the Theodore Alexander Scholars Stack Library Bookcase Coffee Table Drawer
Category
20th Century British Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Leather
H 16.93 in W 40.56 in D 26.78 in
FULLY RESTORED BROWN LEATHER SCHOLARS STACK OF BOOKCASE COFFEE TABLE DRAWERs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
restored scholars stack of books brown leather coffee table with twin large drawers
Please note the
Category
Late 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Hardwood
H 16.54 in W 40.16 in D 26.78 in
Maintland Smith Stack of Scholars Library Books Coffee Table with Drawers
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely Maitland-Smith stack of Scholars books coffee table
Category
20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood
H 16.74 in W 35.04 in D 27.17 in
Large Six Drawer Stack of Scholars Library Books Coffee Table Brown Leather Top
By Theodore Alexander
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely Theodore Alexander stack of Scholars books coffee
Category
20th Century English Edwardian Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Hardwood
H 19.1 in W 35.63 in D 25.99 in
19th Century Chinese Scholar's Rhododendron Root Table
Located in Chicago, IL
crafted from the naturally contorted roots of rhododendrons. Designed for a scholar’s studio, the table is
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Rustic Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Burl
Impressive Ancient Chinese Scholar Root as Table
Located in Stamford, CT
An impressive ancient Chinese scholar root now a table with custom glass top.
Category
Antique Early 17th Century Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood
Moooi Common Comrades Scholar Table in Solid Birch by Neri and Hu
By Neri & Hu, Moooi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
'what' you do, the Common Comrades table family amuses us with its utilitarian simplicity & honest soul
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Birch
STUNNiNG HAND DYED BROWN LEATHER SCHOLARS BOOK CHESSBOARD CHESS COFFEE TABLE
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
, scholars book top, hand dyed brown leather Chessboard coffee table with one large single drawer
Please
Category
20th Century English Victorian Tables
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
H 20.87 in W 38.19 in D 26.19 in
Chinese Scholar's Table
Located in Astoria, NY
Low Chinese scholar's table with fretwork sides and legs, possibly of Zitan wood, with burlwood
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Export Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood, Zitan
Stunning Rare Regency Style Drum Coffee Table Scholars Books Theodore Alexander
By Theodore Alexander
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Scholars books coffee table with a pair of cupboards
This table is part of a large suite of six lots of
Category
20th Century Unknown Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
H 18.12 in W 34.06 in D 34.06 in
Rare Large Leather Bound Theodore Alexander Scholars Books Coffee Table Drawers
By Theodore Alexander
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Scholars books side or coffee tables, all listed under my other items
This is one of the nicest coffee
Category
20th Century Unknown Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
H 17.33 in W 43.31 in D 26.78 in
Leather Theodore Alexander Faux Scholars Books Large Coffee Table with Drawers
By Theodore Alexander
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this rare Theodore Alexander Faux Scholars books coffee table
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 16.34 in W 4.93 in D 26.97 in
Vintage Leather Scholars Stacked Library Books Coffee Table with 2 Large Drawers
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this vintage stacked scholars books with twin drawers coffee
Category
Late 20th Century English Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood
H 17.33 in W 40.36 in D 27.17 in
Theodore Alexander Faux Scholars Books Coffee Table Chest of Drawers Leather Top
By Theodore Alexander
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
in the form of a stack of scholars books
This is one of the nicest coffee tables I’ve seen, we
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Leather, Wood
H 19.1 in W 35.04 in D 25.99 in
Lovely Large Faux Book Scholars Library Coffee Table with Large Internal Storage
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
coffee table
A very good looking and expertly crafted piece, it has a small cupboard and twin drawers
Category
20th Century English Country Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood
H 19.1 in W 40.16 in D 28.35 in
Milton Avery Coffee Table Book by Robert Hobbs
Located in Ross, CA
Second printing
The highly anticipated reprint of the artist's monograph that is still is considered the most comprehensive presentation of Avery's work, Included are many unfamil...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Scholar's Objects
Materials
Paper
Solid Hand-Carved Wood Scholars Library Stack of Books Side End Lamp Wind Table
By Regency
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
of Scholars books
This table is part of a large suite of six lots of Scholars books side or coffee
Category
20th Century British Regency End Tables
Materials
Hardwood
H 16.15 in W 13 in D 12.41 in
Rare Set of Scholars Stacked Books Side End Lamp Wine Table Leather Bound
By Regency
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
of Scholars books
This table is part of a large suite of six lots of Scholars books side or coffee
Category
Early 20th Century English Victorian End Tables
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
H 13.78 in W 20.48 in D 18.12 in
A Pair of Chinese Hardwood Scholar's Tables
Located in New York, NY
A pair of late 18th century Chinese hardwood low scholar's tables. Stackable.
Category
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood
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Scholar Coffee Table For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the scholar coffee table you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each scholar coffee table for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, animal skin and leather. If you’re shopping for a scholar coffee table, we have 8 options in-stock, while there are 1 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer scholar coffee table, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Each scholar coffee table bearing Modern, Regency or Mid-Century Modern hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made scholar coffee table over the years, but those crafted by Theodore Alexander, Moooi and Neri & Hu are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Scholar Coffee Table?
The average selling price for a scholar coffee table at 1stDibs is $1,897, while they’re typically $527 on the low end and $7,500 for the highest priced.
Questions About Scholar Coffee Table
- Can a coffee table be too low?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024Yes, 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 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024No one knows for sure who invented the coffee table. The earliest examples of the occasional table can be traced back to Victorian-era Britain. At that time, makers like William Watt and Collinson and Lock were producing coffee tables in large quantities.
Notably, F. Stuart Foote, the designer behind the American Imperial Furniture Company, claimed to have invented the coffee table in the early 20th century. He stated that he did so by cutting down the legs of a dining table. However, it's unlikely that Foote is the actual inventor of the coffee table, as books describing coffee tables existed in the UK a decade before his birth in 1872.
Shop a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A coffee table should generally be two-thirds as long as the sofa it stands in front of and around the same height as the sofa’s seat cushions.
- Is an ottoman a coffee table?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Typically, an ottoman is not a coffee table. An ottoman is a small cushioned seat without a back or arm rests. You can shop a collection of vintage and contemporary ottomans from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Why is it called a coffee table?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
Coffee tables were originally used in living spaces during social gatherings to support a tray containing multiple mugs, a coffee pot, creamers and sugar bowls. Low to the ground and centrally located in the space, coffee tables reduced the host or hostess’s need to constantly stand and serve her guests.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024The difference between a center table and a coffee table is usually size. Center tables tend to be larger-sized accent tables placed in the center of seating areas. On the other hand, coffee tables are smaller tables usually positioned in front of sofas and loveseats. On 1stDibs, find a variety of center tables and coffee tables.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024Yes, 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. - 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The difference between a coffee table and a console table is in the design. A coffee table is a low table that comes in many shapes, such as surfaces that are rectangles, squares, ovals or circles. Console tables are taller and usually have elongated shapes, such as ovals, rectangles or semicircles. Placement is another differentiator between the two types of tables. Coffee tables usually go in front of sofas and loveseats, while console tables may be placed behind a sofa or loveseat or along a wall. Find a large collection of coffee tables and console tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The difference between a side table and a coffee table is mainly in the size and shape. Coffee tables usually feature larger tops but shorter legs. People typically place them in front of a sofa or a loveseat to rest books, drinks, remote controls and other items. Side tables also store items, but they are usually positioned beside an accent chair or at the ends of a sofa or loveseat. Shop a diverse assortment of side tables and coffee tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
The difference between a sofa table and a coffee table is that a sofa table is always behind the sofa and a coffee table is in front of it. Additionally, a sofa table is the same height as the sofa and a coffee table is much shorter.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022While both pieces are relatively new to the furniture world, the main difference between them are their shapes. A cocktail table is generally square or rectangular in shape, while a coffee table tends to be oval or circular in shape. You can shop a collection of furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024How big a coffee table for a sectional should be depends on the dimensions of the sectional. For a balanced look, a coffee table should be roughly two-thirds of the length of the sofa portion of a sofa and chaise sectional. If you have an L-shaped sofa, the coffee table should be around two-thirds of the length of each arm. Find a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To authenticate your Noguchi coffee table, there are three different marks to look for. Isamu Noguchi’s signature will be on the edge of the table and on a medallion under the base. Even under the medallion, you will find Noguchi’s initials. Shop a collection of properly vetted Noguchi pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023To 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A tall coffee table is usually called exactly that — a tall coffee table. Coffee tables, also referred to as cocktail tables, are generally designed to sit at or below the sofa's seat height. These tables may come in a range of sizes, but they are often between 16 and 18 inches high and are designed in a variety of lengths and widths. They’re meant to provide a practical table-top surface that complements your living room layout. (A tall version might also be suitable for use as a dining table.) Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tall coffee tables from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024The 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021The best coffee table for a sectional can be a round coffee table, particularly with respect to U-shaped sectionals. The circular design creates a sense of balance in small spaces and renders it easy for guests to move to and fro, especially when surrounded by chairs. Find a collection of antique and vintage coffee tables on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024The 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.
- Are glass coffee tables durable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Whether glass coffee tables are durable depends on the craftsmanship and the materials. Generally, tables with tempered glass are less likely to shatter and break. How well you care for a coffee table will also impact its life span. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of glass coffee tables.