Zen Coffee Tables
"ZEN" Coffee Table by Yulia Pyanzina (Cristallo, Italy)
Located in Pastrengo, IT
The ZEN coffee table which makes part of the ORIGAMI Collection is a fruit of collaboration between
Category
2010s Italian Modern Desk Sets
Materials
Marble
$2,756 / item
H 23.63 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in
Zen Coffee table, Ebony stain, Ash wood, tempered organic shape glass by Amorph
By Amorph Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Zen coffee table is a stunning piece of furniture that adds a touch of contemporary elegance to
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21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktai...
Materials
Ash
$13,750
H 16 in W 36 in D 65 in
D/ZEN Small Coffee Table by CTRL ZAK
By Biosofa
Located in Milan, IT
The perfect complement to its larger counterpart, this unique side table is handcrafted exclusively
Category
2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
D/Zen Large Coffee Table by Ctrl Zak
By Biosofa
Located in Milan, IT
Inspired by the spiritual and physical balance of Zen practice, this captivating side table is
Category
2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Aluminum, Steel
Mid-Century Japanese Zen Hinoki Kotatsu Latticed Coffee Table
Located in Fort Collins, CO
On offer is this beautifully minimalist Zen Hinoki Kotatsu latticed coffee table. Crafted from
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Minimalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood
Zen Hinoki Wood Kotatsu Japanese Coffee Table with Natural Finish
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage Japanese hinoki wood Kotatsu coffee table from the mid 20th century with square openwork
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Cypress
Minimalist Natural Oak Coffee Table - Zen Fundamenta 38 by NONO
By NONO
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Minimalist Natural Oak Coffee Table - Zen Fundamenta 38 by NONO
Sculptural coffee table made of
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Hardwood
Ryosuke Harashima Contemporary Zen bamboo basket table
By Ryosuke Harashima
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Name: Bamboo Basket Table "Like an Elephant"
Side table created with antique bamboo basket and
Category
2010s Japanese Japonisme Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Copper
Mirror Ryosuke Harashima Contemporary Zen Japanese Mingei
By Ryosuke Harashima
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Name: Two fo you
Mirror designed by Ryosuke Harashima.
This work is made of Ranma, antique Japanese transom, coper and mirror.
Artist create new style mirror by combining old too...
Category
2010s Japanese Japonisme Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Copper
Acca coffe table designed by Kazuhide Takahama for Gavina, Italy 1970s
By Kazuhide Takahama
Located in Roma, IT
A Coffe Table designed by Kazuhide Takahama between the 60s and 70s and produced from Gavina a
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Glass, Rosewood, Plywood
$1,725 Sale Price
20% Off
H 15.75 in W 31.5 in D 29.93 in
Large coffee sculpture Table Ryosuke Harashima Contemporary Zen Japanese Mingei
By Ryosuke Harashima
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Table or sculpture made by Ryosuke Harashima.
This work is made of antique Japanese antique sled
Category
2010s Japanese Japonisme Center Tables
Materials
Copper
$15,000
H 15.75 in W 82.68 in D 35.44 in
D/Zen Natural Square Side Table Gold and Brown by CtrlZak
By Biosofa
Located in Milan, IT
this concept into a functional item, this D/Zen square coffee table in gold and brown by CtrlZak is
Category
2010s Italian Side Tables
Materials
Steel, Brass
BIZZARTO ZEN modular sofa with oak wood coffee table
By BIZZARTO
Located in SWARZĘDZ, PL
inspiration behind ZEN:
""Harmony, relaxation, being here and now, comfort - when searching for the ideal
Category
2010s Polish Sofas
Materials
Fabric, Foam, Beech, Oak
Ensemble of Grey Zen Pouffes and Coffee Table, Misaya
By Misaya
Located in Geneve, CH
Ensemble of Grey Zen Pouffes and coffee table - Misaya
Hand-sculpted Pouffe
Materials: Brass
Category
2010s Thai Post-Modern Stools
Materials
Brass
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Amorph Zen Modern Coffee Table in Solid Wood with Honey Stain and Glass
By Amorph Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Amorph Zen coffee table in solid Ash wood with Honey stain.
It is available in different
Category
2010s American Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood
Teak Wood Coffee Table
By Urban Zen
Located in New York, NY
Floating coffee table made of several blocks of Teak wood. Personally selected by Donna Karan for
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Teak
Zen Wabi Sabi Rustic Coffee Table Bench
Located in Antwerp, BE
Wabi sabi, zen, rustic, primitive, coffee table, bench, France
Rustic piece full of character
Category
Mid-20th Century French Rustic Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Driftwood
Rustic Modern Oak Bench Coffee Table Wabi Sabi Zen
Located in Antwerp, BE
Zen, wabi sabi, coffee table, bench, solid oak, France, Haut-Savoie, 1960
Rustic modern piece
Category
Vintage 1960s French Rustic Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Oak
Low Japanese Elm and Metal Table Zen Table
Located in Stow on the Wold, GB
Wooden Japanese table with metal guides. Made from one piece of solid elm with metal guide inserts
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Industrial Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Metal
Bar-loc Table Ryosuke Harashima Contemporary Zen Japanese Basket Mingei
By Ryosuke Harashima
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Table designed by Ryosuke Harashima.
This work is made of antique Japanese safety box and steel
Category
2010s Japanese Japonisme Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Brass
H 31.89 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in
Bamboo Lattice Table Ryosuke Harashima Contemporary Zen Japanese Basket Mingei
By Ryosuke Harashima
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Table designed by Ryosuke Harashima.
This work is made of antique Japanese bamboo basket and steel
Category
2010s Japanese Japonisme Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Brass
H 21.66 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in
Rustic Wabi-Sabi Solid Wood Coffee Table
Located in Antwerp, BE
Zen, wabi-sabi, coffee table, side table, solid wood, France, 1960
A rustic modern piece that
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood
Rustic Wabi-Sabi Solid Wood Coffee Table
Located in Antwerp, BE
Zen, wabi-sabi, coffee table, side table, solid wood, France, 1960
A rustic modern piece that
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood
Rustic Wabi-Sabi Solid Wood Coffee Table
Located in Antwerp, BE
Zen, wabi-sabi, coffee table, side table, solid wood, France, 1960
A rustic modern piece that
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood
Rustic Wabi-Sabi Solid Wood Coffee Table
Located in Antwerp, BE
Zen, wabi-sabi, coffee table, side table, solid wood, France, 1960
A rustic modern piece that
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood
Wabi Sabi Rustic Modern Oak Bench Coffee Table
Located in Antwerp, BE
Zen, wabi sabi, coffee table, bench, solid oak, France, Haut-Savoie, 1960
Rustic modern piece
Category
Vintage 1960s French Rustic Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Oak
Rustic Wabi-Sabi Wooden Salon Table
Located in Antwerp, BE
Rustic, Zen, wabi-sabi, coffee table, salon table, 1960
A rustic modern piece that would fit
Category
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood
Vintage Leather Gymnastics Square Tumble Mat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Square natural leather gym mat with heavy wooden frame. Perfect for a Zen lounge room, soft coffee
Category
Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sports Equipment and Memorabilia
Materials
Leather, Wood
Bamboo Basket Table Ryosuke Harashima Contemporary Zen Japanese Mingei
By Ryosuke Harashima
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Table designed by Ryosuke Harashima.
This work is made of antique Japanese bamboo basket and steel
Category
2010s Japanese Japonisme Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Brass
H 21.66 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in
Rustic Wabi Sabi Elm Wood Coffee Table, 1960s, France
Located in Aartselaar, BE
Wabi-sabi, zen, rustic, primitive, minimalist, coffee table, France
This table perfectly embodies
Category
Mid-20th Century French Rustic Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood, Elm
Ensemble of Grey Zen Pouffes and Coffee Table, Misaya
By Misaya
Located in Geneve, CH
Ensemble of Grey Zen Pouffes and coffee table - Misaya
Hand-sculpted Pouffe
Materials: Brass
Category
2010s Thai Post-Modern Stools
Materials
Brass
Wood Coffee Table
Located in New York, NY
Zen Coffee Table with Thick Wood Top
60" L x 36" W x 18" H
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Sliding Bar Side Table, Model Zen, Designer Dam Group for Busnelli, Italy, 1971
By Busnelli, Gruppo DAM (Designer Associati Milano)
Located in Palermo, Italia
and refined details, suitable for the most demanding environments.
The coffee table is in good
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Plastic
H 17.33 in W 33.86 in D 30.71 in
Acacia Wood Coffee Table
Located in New York, NY
Zen Acacia Wood Coffee Table with Thick Wood Top
60" L x 36" W x 18" H
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Zen Coffee Tables For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of zen coffee tables is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and animal skin, all zen coffee tables available were constructed with great care. Find 106 antique and vintage zen coffee tables at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 28 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. There are all kinds of zen coffee tables available, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Zen coffee tables bearing mid-century modern or modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Dimitri Omersa, Abercrombie & Fitch and Masaya each produced beautiful zen coffee tables that are worth considering.
How Much are Zen Coffee Tables?
Zen coffee tables can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $3,780, while the lowest priced sells for $59 and the highest can go for as much as $60,000.
Finding the Right Coffee-tables-cocktail-tables for You
As a practical focal point in your living area, antique and vintage coffee tables and cocktail tables are an invaluable addition to any interior.
Low tables that were initially used as tea tables or coffee tables have been around since at least the mid- to late-1800s. Early coffee tables surfaced in Victorian-era England, likely influenced by the use of tea tables in Japanese tea gardens. In the United States, furniture makers worked to introduce low, long tables into their offerings as the popularity of coffee and “coffee breaks” took hold during the late 19th century and early 20th century.
It didn’t take long for coffee tables and cocktail tables to become a design staple and for consumers to recognize their role in entertaining no matter what beverages were being served. Originally, these tables were as simple as they are practical — as high as your sofa and made primarily of wood. In recent years, however, metal, glass and plastics have become popular in coffee tables and cocktail tables, and design hasn’t been restricted to the conventional low profile, either.
Visionary craftspeople such as Paul Evans introduced bold, geometric designs that challenge the traditional idea of what a coffee table can be. The elongated rectangles and wide boxy forms of Evans’s desirable Cityscape coffee table, for example, will meet your needs but undoubtedly prove imposing in your living space.
If you’re shopping for an older coffee table to bring into your home — be it an antique Georgian-style coffee table made of mahogany or walnut with decorative inlays or a classic square mid-century modern piece comprised of rosewood designed by the likes of Ettore Sottsass — there are a few things you should keep in mind.
Both the table itself and what you put on it should align with the overall design of the room, not just by what you think looks fashionable in isolation. According to interior designer Tamara Eaton, the material of your vintage coffee table is something you need to consider. “With a glass coffee table, you also have to think about the surface underneath, like the rug or floor,” she says. “With wood and stone tables, you think about what’s on top.”
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 Zen Coffee Tables
- 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.
- 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. - 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 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 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 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 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 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.
- 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.
- 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 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 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 ExpertApril 5, 2024Yes, 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, 2022Modern 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 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.
- 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.
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