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21st Century Patinated Bronze Timeless Coffee Table
By Benedikt Bolza Design
Located in Lisciano Niccone, Perugia
The timeless coffee table, a patinated bronze coffee table B.B.- The simplicity of design belies
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel, Bronze

Large Coffee Table by Magnus Olesen Danish
By Magnus Olesen
Located in Oirlo, LI
Large coffee table by Magnus Olesen Danish This is a beautiful timeless coffee table designed
Category

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

Materials

Wood

Large Coffee Table by Magnus Olesen Danish
Large Coffee Table by Magnus Olesen Danish
H 19.3 in W 51.19 in D 23.63 in
Timeless Coffee Table by Borja Garcia and José A. Gandia-Blasco
By Gandia Blasco
Located in New York, NY
Timeless is the outdoor furniture collection inspired by the rational architectural language from
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

20th Century English Empire Style Coffee Table
Located in Berlin, DE
turned center bar. A beautiful and timeless coffee table. (A-161).
Category

20th Century French Empire Revival Sofa Tables

Materials

Brass

23kt Golt Plated Belgo Chrom Coffee Table, 1970s
By Belgo Chrome
Located in Retie, BE
thick glass on top with 8 corners. A very stylish and timeless coffee table which will suit in many
Category

Late 20th Century Belgian Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal, Gold

23kt Golt Plated Belgo Chrom Coffee Table, 1970s
23kt Golt Plated Belgo Chrom Coffee Table, 1970s
H 14.97 in W 47.25 in D 23.63 in
Late 18th-century Spanish coffee table with deep drawer and a beautiful patina
Located in Harderwijk, NL
connoisseurs and enthusiasts. In short, a beautiful timeless coffee table with a wonderful appeal that is, of
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Spanish Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

20th Century Gio Ponti Coffee Table for Isa Bergamo in Wood with Round Glass Top
By ISA Bergamo, Gio Ponti
Located in Turin, Turin
Wonderful and timeless coffee table designed by the Italian Maestro of Design Gio Ponti. Gio
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Contemporary Pink Coffee Table Handcrafted 100% Recycled Plastic by Anqa Studios
By Anqa Studios
Located in Camischolas, CH
' timeless coffee table, crafted from recycled plastic is a versatile, practical interior starter, guaranteed
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Plastic

Babylone Blue Babel One Coffee Table by Babel Brune
Located in Geneve, CH
this timeless coffee table. For a perfect finish, the surface is brushed and oiled to reveal its
Category

2010s French Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Green and Blue Babel One Coffee Table by Babel Brune
Located in Geneve, CH
timeless coffee table. For a perfect finish, the surface is brushed and oiled to reveal its beauitful
Category

2010s French Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Rare 1970s ROR Glass Chrome Rectangular Coffee Table by Beatles Ringo Starr
By Ringo Starr
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
£28.80 (see the last photo showing the advert). This simple, sophisticated and timeless coffee table has
Category

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

Materials

Steel, Chrome

Haslev Møbelsnedkeri : Coffee Table "Timeless"
By Haslev Mobelsnedkeri
Located in Montclair, NJ
A sofa/coffee table with beech top and legs in Ash wood from 1984. More images, close-ups and
Category

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

Materials

Beech

Italian Marble coffee table, timeless design from the 1970s
Located in Oirlo, LI
Italian Marble coffee table, timeless design from the 1970s Discover the charm of Italian design
Category

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

Materials

Marble

Timeless Brass & Plexiglass/ Acrylic Coffee Table with Glass Top & Shelf, Small
By Shewekar Elgharably
Located in Cairo, EG
Timeless brass & Plexiglass/ Acrylic coffee table with glass top & shelf. Translucent as Moonlight
Category

2010s Egyptian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Timeless Brass & Plexiglass/ Acrylic Coffee Table with Glass Top & Shelf, Large
By Shewekar Elgharably
Located in Cairo, EG
Timeless brass & plexiglass/ acrylic coffee table with glass top & shelf. Translucent as Moonlight
Category

2010s Egyptian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Timeless Midcentury Modern Wrought Iron and Travertine Coffee Table 1960s Design
Located in Lisse, NL
only this good size coffee table will look fabulous in all kinds of living spaces. Its timeless design
Category

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

Materials

Travertine, Wrought Iron

Oak Sculpture Unseen Force #14 Joel Escalona's Coffee Table, Timeless Design
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Oak Sculpture Unseen Force #14 Joel Escalona's Coffee Table, Timeless Design —— Sculptural coffee
Category

2010s Mexican Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Round Coffee Table Serie 39 – Sereno by NONO for Timeless Living Rooms
By Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Round Coffee Table Serie 39 – Sereno by NONO for Timeless Living Rooms ———— Sereno Coffee Table
Category

2010s Mexican Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Elevated Square Coffee Table in Natural Oak - Timeless Fundamenta 33 by NONO
By NONO
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Elevated Square Coffee Table in Natural Oak - Timeless Fundamenta 33 by NONO Sculptural coffee
Category

2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Elevate Your Space with the Timeless Elegance of the GIRA Coffee Table by JNK
By Jnk
Located in Miami, FL
GIRA table features a modern and elegant design. It comes in two different sizes, both with
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Stainless Steel

Del Table, Coffee Table
Located in Dunedin, NZ
curvilinear architectural forms to create an elegant and timeless table for your home or office. The three
Category

2010s New Zealand Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

Del Table, Coffee Table
Del Table, Coffee Table
H 17.72 in Dm 37.41 in
1950s Coffee Table
Located in Budapest, HU
1950s coffee table featuring clean lines and a minimalist yet luxurious aesthetic. The coffee table
Category

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

Materials

Wood

1950s Coffee Table
1950s Coffee Table
H 30.71 in W 70.87 in D 34.85 in
Olive Epoxy Wood Coffee Table - Organic Design Coffee Table - Solid Wood Coffee
Located in İnegöl, TR
Olive Epoxy Coffee Table Handcrafted by skilled artisans of Tinella Team, this coffee table
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Arts and Crafts Coffee and Cocktai...

Materials

Metal

Simply Coffee Table
By Badari Lighting
Located in Milan, IT
Completely contemporary but with touches of timeless style, the Simply Coffee Table is crafted in
Category

2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Simply Coffee Table
H 18.51 in W 34.65 in D 34.65 in
Coffee Table Organic
Located in BOGOTÁ, CO
Discover the elegance and exceptional craftsmanship of our Oak Wood Coffee Table. This exquisite
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Colombian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bentwood

Coffee Table Organic
Coffee Table Organic
H 17 in W 59 in D 43 in
Saga Coffee Table
Located in Maywood, NJ
of your home with our exquisite coffee table. Hand Crafted to perfection, this piece is a harmonious
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Saga Coffee Table
Saga Coffee Table
H 15.75 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Ballarò Coffee Table
By Medaarch
Located in Milan, IT
Ballarò, a 3D-printed coffee table in PLA, draws inspiration from Sicily's vibrant market
Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Plastic

Ballarò Coffee Table
Ballarò Coffee Table
H 11.82 in W 32.29 in D 32.29 in
Rectangular Coffee Table
By CPRN HOMOOD
Located in Milan, IT
Sleek lines and geometric composition are the hallmarks of this sophisticated coffee table from the
Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal, Other

Rectangular Coffee Table
Rectangular Coffee Table
H 19.3 in W 39.38 in D 58.27 in
Vintage Coffee Table
Located in Brescia, IT
Teak coffee table of Scandinavian manufacture. A comfortable table top with timeless beauty
Category

Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Teak

Vintage Coffee Table
Vintage Coffee Table
H 19.69 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in
Portoro Coffee Table
Located in Maywood, NJ
timeless design and versatility, the Portoro Marble Coffee Table with Albamiel Accents effortlessly
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Portoro Coffee Table
Portoro Coffee Table
H 13.78 in Dm 27.56 in
Elementare Coffee Table
By Garbarino Collections
Located in Milan, IT
This coffee table is a versatile and timeless piece that will imbue a living room with refined
Category

2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Elementare Coffee Table
Elementare Coffee Table
H 11.82 in W 32.68 in D 32.68 in
Planeta Coffee Table
Located in Maywood, NJ
coffee table is a luxurious and eye-catching piece of furniture that combines the timeless beauty of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Planeta Coffee Table
Planeta Coffee Table
H 17.72 in Dm 27.56 in
Inlaid Coffee Table
By CPRN HOMOOD
Located in Milan, IT
Featuring inlaid veneer in a reflected Hungarian herringbone pattern, the inlaid coffee table gives
Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Other, Metal

Inlaid Coffee Table
Inlaid Coffee Table
H 15.75 in W 55.12 in D 55.12 in
Ebony Coffee Table
By Zanaboni
Located in Milan, IT
contemporary home, this coffee table is a celebration of minimalism and luxury and will enrich the look of a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Ebony Coffee Table
Ebony Coffee Table
H 12.6 in W 47.25 in D 47.25 in
Venezia Coffee Table
Located in Maywood, NJ
Introducing our exquisite Venezia Coffee table made of Moro marble, a true testament to elegance
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Venezia Coffee Table
Venezia Coffee Table
H 17.72 in Dm 23.63 in
Wiltshire Coffee Table
By Semastone
Located in Milan, IT
A spectacular display of traditional craftsmanship merged with contemporary refinement, this coffee
Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Carrara Marble

Wiltshire Coffee Table
Wiltshire Coffee Table
H 9.85 in W 47.25 in D 23.63 in
Classic Coffee Table
Located in Northfield, MN
-harvested, solid wood. And, since a coffee table lays claim to more than just your occassional cup of coffee
Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut, Wood, Oak

Classic Coffee Table
Classic Coffee Table
Free Shipping
H 18 in W 45 in D 17 in
CraftAssociates Coffee Tables, Milo Baughman Coffee Table, Striped Top
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
CraftAssociates Coffee Tables, Milo Baughman Coffee Table, Striped Top The Milo Baughman Striped
Category

2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Rosewood, Walnut

Nerea Coffee Table
Located in Maywood, NJ
Introducing our exquisite Nero Sepia Granite top Coffee Table with Albamiel bottom, a stunning
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Granite

Nerea Coffee Table
Nerea Coffee Table
H 13.78 in Dm 19.69 in
Walnut Turquoise Epoxy Resin Coffee Table - Center Table - Modern Coffee Table
Located in İnegöl, TR
Turquoise Walnut Epoxy Coffee Table - Center Table - Side Table Handcrafted by skilled artisans
Category

2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Elko Coffee Table
Located in Northfield, MN
Blending modern construction with timeless lines, our breakout piece, the Elko coffee table is a
Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Ash, Oak, Walnut

Elko Coffee Table
Elko Coffee Table
H 18 in W 45 in D 17 in
Williams Coffee Table
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Coc...

Materials

Steel

Williams Coffee Table
Williams Coffee Table
H 18 in W 40 in D 40 in
Tayo Coffee Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Tayo Coffee Table is rooted in the foundations of the Mid-Century Modern Movement. Rooted in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Coc...

Materials

Ash, Oak, Walnut

Tayo Coffee Table
Tayo Coffee Table
H 16 in W 42 in D 42 in
Liberty Coffee Table
By Pacini & Cappellini
Located in Milan, IT
Elegant and versatile, this exquisite side table will add timeless sophistication to any interior
Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Liberty Coffee Table
H 15.75 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
Rosewood Coffee Table
Located in Brescia, IT
Vintage Scandinavian table with simple, minimalist shapes. It features a square top where the
Category

Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Rosewood Coffee Table
Rosewood Coffee Table
H 19.69 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in
Waterfall Wood Coffee Table - Ancient Ashwood Live Edge Coffee Table
Located in İnegöl, TR
Ash Wood Coffee Table Handcrafted by skilled artisans of Tinella Team, this coffee table
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Arts and Crafts Coffee and Cocktai...

Materials

Ash, Epoxy Resin, Wood

Tendo Mokko coffee table
Located in Isle Sur Sorgue, FR
Rare Tendo Mokko coffee table. Original stickers under the top. Timeless design, beautiful legs
Category

Vintage 1970s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Tendo Mokko coffee table
Tendo Mokko coffee table
H 13.39 in W 47.64 in D 29.53 in
Antique Plank Coffee Table
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
This antique plank coffee table exudes rustic charm and timeless appeal. Crafted from aged wood
Category

20th Century Rustic Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Antique Plank Coffee Table
Antique Plank Coffee Table
H 15.5 in W 71.25 in D 31.25 in
Edged Fresno Coffee table
Located in BOGOTÁ, CO
Discover the elegance and exceptional craftsmanship of our Oak Coffee Table. This exquisite piece
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Ash, Plywood

Edged Fresno Coffee table
Edged Fresno Coffee table
H 16.54 in W 51.19 in D 63 in
Bob Red Coffee Table
By Garbarino Collections
Located in Milan, IT
A testament to modern, clean design, this coffee table exudes timeless elegance. This essential
Category

2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Ebony

Bob Red Coffee Table
Bob Red Coffee Table
H 7.88 in W 47.25 in D 31.5 in
Coffee Table in Brass
By Zanaboni
Located in Milan, IT
bronzed finish. Simple and sophisticated, this coffee table is a timeless addition to both a contemporary
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass

Coffee Table in Brass
Coffee Table in Brass
H 14.97 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in
Dolcevita Oval Coffee Table
By Galimberti Nino
Located in Milan, IT
timeless, this coffee table will elegantly fit in both modern and classic decors and will be best showcased
Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Ash

Dolcevita Oval Coffee Table
Dolcevita Oval Coffee Table
H 18.9 in W 59.06 in D 29.53 in
Eberhart Daphne Coffee Table
By Eberhart Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
round coffee table is minimal and timeless with a contemporary feel and works perfect in a modern living
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Eberhart Daphne Coffee Table
Eberhart Daphne Coffee Table
H 18.12 in Dm 25.6 in
Vintage teak coffee table
Located in Brescia, IT
Teak coffee table of Scandinavian origin. An essential piece of furniture with timeless beauty
Category

Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Teak

Vintage teak coffee table
Vintage teak coffee table
H 19.69 in W 25.6 in D 18.51 in
Eberhart Bertha Coffee Table
By Eberhart Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
round coffee table is minimal and timeless with a contemporary feel and works perfect in a modern living
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Eberhart Bertha Coffee Table
Eberhart Bertha Coffee Table
H 14.97 in Dm 35.44 in
J'Adore Coffee Table
By Cafedesart
Located in Milan, IT
A simple silhouette with a luxurious look, this eye-catching coffee table will elevate any living
Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Metal, Gold

J'Adore Coffee Table
H 19.69 in W 55.12 in D 35.44 in
Audoux Minet Coffee Table
By Adrien Audoux and Frida Minnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Adrien Audoux & Frida Minet coffee table France, circa 1940’s Tabletop is comprised of thick
Category

Vintage 1940s French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Rush, Wood

Audoux Minet Coffee Table
Audoux Minet Coffee Table
H 14.5 in Dm 23.75 in
Portoro Lungo Coffee Table
Located in Maywood, NJ
timeless design and versatility, the Portoro Marble Coffee Table with Albamiel Accents effortlessly
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Portoro Lungo Coffee Table
Portoro Lungo Coffee Table
H 15.75 in Dm 23.63 in
Rectangular Marble Coffee Table
Located in Coulsdon, GB
Allow us to introduce the Rectangular Marble Coffee Table, a true embodiment of contemporary design
Category

2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Rectangular Marble Coffee Table
Rectangular Marble Coffee Table
H 15.7 in W 47.2 in D 23.6 in
Beige Marble Coffee Table
Located in Maywood, NJ
Elevate your living space with our Trani Marble Coffee Table, a masterpiece of timeless luxury and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Beige Marble Coffee Table
Beige Marble Coffee Table
H 11.82 in W 27.56 in D 43.31 in
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Timeless Coffee Table For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic timeless coffee table available at 1stDibs. Each timeless coffee table for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, brass and glass. If you’re shopping for a timeless coffee table, we have 7 options in-stock, while there are 4 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect timeless coffee table — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A timeless coffee table is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Modern, Art Deco and Mid-Century Modern styles are sought with frequency. A well-made timeless coffee table has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Shewekar Elgharably, Benedikt Bolza Design and David Easton are consistently popular.

How Much is a Timeless Coffee Table?

Prices for a timeless coffee table start at $250 and top out at $15,460 with the average selling for $2,250.

Finding the Right tables for You

The right vintage, new or antique tables can help make any space in your home stand out.

Over the years, the variety of tables available to us, as well as our specific needs for said tables, has broadened. Today, with all manner of these must-have furnishings differing in shape, material and style, any dining room table can shine just as brightly as the guests who gather around it.

Remember, when shopping for a dining table, it must fit your dining area, and you need to account for space around the table too — think outside the box, as an oval dining table may work for tighter spaces. Alternatively, if you’ve got the room, a Regency-style dining table can elevate any formal occasion at mealtime.

Innovative furniture makers and designers have also redefined what a table can be. Whether it’s an unconventional Ping-Pong table, a brass side table to display your treasured collectibles or a Louis Vuitton steamer trunk to add an air of nostalgia to your loft, your table can say a lot about you.

The visionary work of French designer Xavier Lavergne, for example, includes tables that draw on the forms of celestial bodies as often as they do aquatic creatures or fossils. Elsewhere, Italian architect Gae Aulenti, who looked to Roman architecture in crafting her stately Jumbo coffee table, created clever glass-topped mobile coffee tables that move on bicycle tires or sculpted wood wheels for Fontana Arte

Coffee and cocktail tables can serve as a room’s centerpiece with attention-grabbing details and colors. Glass varieties will keep your hardwood flooring and dazzling area rugs on display, while a marble or stone coffee table in a modern interior can showcase your prized art books and decorative objects. A unique vintage desk or writing table can bring sophistication and even a bit of spice to your work life. 

No matter your desired form or function, a quality table for your living space is a sound investment. On 1stDibs, browse a collection of vintage, new and antique bedside tables, mid-century end tables and more .

Questions About Timeless Coffee Table
  • 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 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.
  • 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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  • 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 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 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 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.
  • 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 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.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
    There isn't really a standard size of a coffee table. Manufacturers produce coffee tables in a range of sizes and shapes. However, many rectangular tables are around 45 to 48 inches in length by 25 to 28 inches in width. Heights typically range from 16 to 18 inches. Shop a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
  • 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 ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    Coffee tables became popular in the 1920s and ’30s. Pieces from this time period often show off the characteristics of Art Deco design, such as metal accents, mirrored finishes and the use of exotic woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. Coffee tables first came into use during the Victorian era, largely in response to the rise of coffee houses in London. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary coffee tables.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 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, 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 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.