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Theo Coffee Table

“Theo” Primitive Coffee Table by Six Penny- Ebony Stain
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W76 D24 H11 This beautifully made coffee table has just landed in a dark brown ebony like stain
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2010s Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood

Gio Ponti, Art Edition, the Planchart Coffee Table and a Set of Four Art Prints
By TASCHEN, Gio Ponti, Molteni & C
Located in Los Angeles, CA
an exclusive, square format reproduction of the Arlecchino coffee table designed by Gio Ponti and a
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Steel

Van Gogh's Van Goghs: Masterpieces from the Van Gogh Museum, Amsterdam Book
By Vincent van Gogh
Located in North Hollywood, CA
coffee table. One of the most celebrated artists of Western art, the Post-Impressionist Vincent van Gogh
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20th Century European Expressionist Books

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Paper

Van Gogh a Retrospective 1986 1st Edition
By Vincent van Gogh
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Van Gogh a Retrospective 1986 1st edition. Large beautiful heavy hardcover coffee table book. New
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20th Century Expressionist Books

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Paper

Van Gogh a Retrospective 1986 1st Edition
Van Gogh a Retrospective 1986 1st Edition
H 13.5 in W 10.5 in D 1.5 in

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Gio Ponti, First Edition Book
By Gio Ponti, TASCHEN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
To study Gio Ponti’s prolific body of work is to appreciate the clear, unifying vision behind a complex creative universe. His creations expand intuitively with the Italian grandeur ...
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2010s Italian Books

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Paper

Gio Ponti, First Edition Book
Gio Ponti, First Edition Book
H 14.2 in W 14.2 in D 6 in
Manly P Hall, the Secret Teachings of All Ages, First Edition Book & 4 Prints
By TASCHEN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The classic encyclopedia of the arcane in an expanded edition. Renowned philosopher and lecturer Manly P. Hall’s masterful encyclopedia of ancient symbols, hidden rituals, and arcan...
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21st Century and Contemporary Books

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Foil

Sistema Solare, Luxury Ivory Onyx and Brass 8 Rotating Orbitale Arms Chandelier
By Stilnovo, Bruno Gatta, Silvio Piattelli
Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence
Luxury chandelier, made from thin pieces of translucent onyx. Ideal to be hung over a dining table, with versatile configurations. Featured on Netflix series Designing Miami, 1st epi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and...

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Onyx, Brass

White Wash Brutalist Sculptural Collage Artwork, Mural from Upcycled Wood
By Peter Glassford
Located in San Antonio, TX
These WHITE WASH collage tiles are composed randomly from recycled wood remnants and when installed bathe any space with a warm feeling and texture which is meditative, sanded to a s...
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2010s Mexican Brutalist Contemporary Art

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Wood

Garden Or Dinning Armchairs in Black Wrought Iron. Indoor & Outdoor
Located in Miami, FL
Garden armchairs in black wrought iron Handmade. Dining armchairs PRICE PER ITEM.  
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2010s Spanish Country Patio and Garden Furniture

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Wrought Iron

Custom Boucle Cube Ottoman with White Oak Waterfall Table
Located in Brea, CA
Custom ottoman cocktail table in creamy white boucle fabric. Firmer foam holds its structure when using as a bench for seating. White Oak waterfall style table can be used and moved...
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21st Century and Contemporary Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Fabric, Oak

Basurto 01 Contemporary Wooden and Fabric Stool
By Difane, Colección Estudio
Located in Mexico City, MX
A tribute to the architectural style that characterized Mexico City during the mid-20th century. Inspired by its lines, symmetry, volumes and shapes, each piece is a miniature abstra...
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Stools

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Hardwood

Organic Modern Floor Lamp Natural Wood Handmade Fluted Shade
By Isabel Moncada
Located in San Antonio, TX
PATA DE ELEFANTE floor lamp was designed for the Atomic collection by Mexican artist Isabel Moncada. Named Pata de Elefante –Elephant‘s Foot– for the prominent shape at its base. Se...
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21st Century and Contemporary Mexican Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

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Textile, Wood

Dining Set Designed by Alvar Aalto for Finmar Ltd., Finland, 1929
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Stockholm, SE
Dining set designed by Alvar Aalto for Finmar Ltd., Finland, 1929. Birch. Stamped. This rare dining set by the Finish design icon Alvar Aalto is characterised by the combination of...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets

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Birch

Contemporary console table in reclaimed pine (in storage)
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W68 D14 H30 Very well preserved contemporary console table by Six Penny. solid wooden construction console table. Item offer a nice ribbed sphere center on the connecting support ba...
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2010s Modern Tables

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Pine

1972, Prefab Nova House by Studio Rochel
By Societé anonyme francaise
Located in Perpignan, FR
Designed in 1972 by architects Michel Hudrisier and M. Roma for Studio Rochel, the Nova House came to fulfill the fantasy of those dreaming of living in space. While that type of arc...
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Vintage 1970s French Space Age Architectural Elements

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Metal, Aluminum

1972, Prefab Nova House by Studio Rochel
1972, Prefab Nova House by Studio Rochel
H 157.49 in W 255.91 in D 314.97 in
Custom Made Belgian Linen Armchair
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection.  A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium. Has been used by many influentia...
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2010s Belgian Modern Club Chairs

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Linen

Custom Made Belgian Linen Armchair
Custom Made Belgian Linen Armchair
H 35.44 in W 35.44 in D 31.5 in
Midcentury Wishbone Side Table in Walnut (4 available)
By Dean Santner, Wendell Castle Collection, George Nakashima
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful wishbone circular table designed by Dean Santner featuring black walnut construction. This amazing design looks simple yet complex at the same time. Wonderful proportions...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Walnut

Authentic Marco Zanuso Lady Chair, Arflex, in Pure Mohair, Italy, 1950s
By Marco Zanuso, Arflex
Located in London, GB
An original and authentic Marco Zanuso lady chair, Arflex, Italy, 1950s. In good structural condition and newly upholstered in a luxurious, grey (with a hint of brown) 100% mohair fa...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

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Brass

Midcentury Upholstered King Size Bed
Located in Westwood, NJ
A midcentury upholstered king size bed with a gently bowed and upholstered headboard with dark wood trim, matching rails and footboard, and raised on an Amara veneered plinth base. D...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Beds and Bed...

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Wood

Midcentury Upholstered King Size Bed
Midcentury Upholstered King Size Bed
H 56 in W 80.25 in D 86 in
Eros Extendable Solid Oak Dining Table
By Aeterna Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Solid Oak Extendable Dining Table, 105" extends to 125" with a center 20" leaf.
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2010s Mexican Modern Dining Room Tables

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Hardwood, Oak

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Theo Ruth Coffee Table
By Theo Ruth
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large Rosewood and Brushed Steel Coffee Table with Enameled Metal Black Support.
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Metal, Steel

Theo Ruth Coffee Table
Theo Ruth Coffee Table
H 14 in W 59 in D 23.75 in
Theo Tempelman Grand Coffee Table for AP Originals, Dutch Design, 1960s
By Theo Tempelman, AP Originals
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Rare coffee table, designed by Theo Tempelman and produced by AP Originals in Holland in the 1960’s
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Aluminum

Theo Schulmann Coffee Table, France, circa 1970
Located in London, GB
This is a one off piece designed by Theo Schulmann for his home, acquired from his personal
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Vintage 1970s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood, Lacquer

Theo Schulmann Coffee Table, France, circa 1970
Theo Schulmann Coffee Table, France, circa 1970
H 14.97 in W 45.28 in D 45.28 in
“Theo” Primitive Coffee Table by Penny Six- Light Stain
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Measures : W76 D24 H11 This beautifully made coffee table has just landed in a light brown stain
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood

“Theo” Primitive Coffee Table by Six Penny- Light Stain- San Francisco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W76 D24 H11 This beautifully made coffee table has just landed in a light brown stain. There are
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2010s Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood

Contemporary Table with Shelves 'Ooze' by Touche-Touche
Located in Antwerp, BE
Contemporary bedside / coffee table with shelves; Side table with trays, touche-touche, France
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2010s French Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Foam

Mid Century Modern lounge chair and table designed by Theo Ruth for Artifort
By Julian Marshall, Artifort
Located in Dronten, NL
with beautiful purple Kvadrat Tonus wool fabric. Complete with matching teak coffee table by Spectrum
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Metal

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Questions About Theo Coffee Table
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 1stDibs 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.

    Shop a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
  • 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.

  • 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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  • 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.
  • 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 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.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    Yes, a coffee table should generally be lower than a couch. However, the top of the table should only be slightly lower than the couch to maintain a balanced look. A good rule of thumb is to choose a table no more than one inch shorter than your sofa's seat height. Explore a large collection of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Modern coffee tables tend to be low because they’re most commonly placed in front of couches and chairs. Historically, coffee tables were placed behind the couch which necessitated a taller table. Over time, as styles changed and coffee tables came to be positioned in front of couches, their heights were lowered to accommodate the modern arrangement. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage and contemporary coffee tables from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    Whether glass coffee tables are durable depends on the craftsmanship and the materials. Generally, tables with tempered glass are less likely to shatter and break. How well you care for a coffee table will also impact its life span. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of glass coffee tables.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    Tray top coffee tables are coffee tables with long, flat rectangular surfaces that are supported by an x-frame base. Low tables that were initially used as tea or coffee tables have been around since at least the mid- to late-1800s. After coffee drinking and “coffee breaks” became popular, it didn’t take long for coffee and cocktail tables to become a design staple and for consumers to recognize their role in entertaining no matter what beverages were being served. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary tray top coffee tables from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To style an oval coffee table, create balance with opposites. Choose a sofa and accent chairs with a boxier shape for a striking contrast. Place a rectangular tray in the center and use it to display decorative accents or to store remotes and coasters. Another approach to decorating an oval table is to use decorative accents at different heights. Think of a tall vase placed next to a low bowl and a small sculpture positioned on top of two stacked coffee table books. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of oval coffee tables.