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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

How much does a coffee table cost?

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

How do I style a Noguchi coffee table?

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.

How do you style an oval coffee table?

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.

What is a tray top coffee table?

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.

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 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.

Should a coffee table be lower than a couch?

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Why are modern coffee tables so low?

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.

Are glass coffee tables durable?

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.

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By Roger Capron

Located in Saint Rémy de Provence, FR

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By Fontana Arte

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Fontana Arte Glass Zodiac Cocktail or Coffee Table Attributed to Gio Ponti

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Exceptional Églomisé Glass Zodiac Cocktail Table Gio Ponti Style, 1950'

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Located in Aarhus C, DK

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Italian 18th Century Scagliola And Wrought Iron Coffee Table, Circa 1730

H 21 in W 54.75 in D 21.75 in

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Located in Palm Desert, CA

An unusual French coffee table from the early 20th century with astrological motifs featuring a

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French 1900s Copper Coffee Table with Astrological Motifs and Chrome Pedestal

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6 Piece Glass Mosaic Tile Coffee Table Genaro Alvarez Cosmic, Mexico, 1950s

By Genaro Alvarez

Located in Camden, ME

Six Piece Studio Mosaic table by Genaro Alvarez composed of. Intricate inlaid glass mosaic designs

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6 Piece Glass Mosaic Tile Coffee Table Genaro Alvarez Cosmic, Mexico, 1950s

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Neoclassical Wrought Iron & Bronze Bench, France 1950's

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Josef Hoffmann and the Wiener Werkstaette Fabric Department Pendant, Re-Edition

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A simple but sensational fixture, designed by Josef Hoffmann, for the fabric department of the Wiener Werkstaette on Kaerntnerstrasse in Vienna. Style and color of the fabric custom-...

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A rare side or end table made by famed father and son artist duo Philip and Kelvin Laverne. A functional piece of art made from patinated bronze and pewter. It features eight diffe...

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Bronze 'Muses' Cocktail Table by Philip & Kelvin Laverne, 1960s, Signed

H 15.5 in W 48 in D 36 in

The Board Game Book Hardcover Book

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Binding: Hardcover This is a beautiful large coffee table book.

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20th Century English Anglo-Indian Books

Materials

Paper

The Board Game Book Hardcover Book

H 13.5 in W 11 in D 1 in

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Acid Etched Bronze Zodiac Coffee Table

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in Tucson, AZ

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne acid etched bronze on wood zodiac coffee table. The top has minor

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

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Bronze, Metal

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Acid Etched Bronze Zodiac Coffee Table

H 15.5 in W 60 in D 27 in

Astrological Coffee Table

Located in Treasure Island, CA

Very cool, possibly custom Zodiac coffee table (we theorize this is from the estate of San

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Vintage 1950s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass, Copper

Astrological Coffee Table

H 18 in Dm 42 in

Coffe table with decorum Zodiac signs

Located in Milan, IT

Coffe table 50s, with glass decorated top with zodiac signs, in excellent condition

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

Materials

Glass

Coffe table with decorum Zodiac signs

H 13.78 in W 47.25 in D 15.75 in

Zodiac Bronze Coffee Table by Laverne

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in North Hollywood, CA

contemporaries. The bronze tops were etched and acid washed to great effect. Our coffee table is referred to as

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

Materials

Bronze

Zodiac Bronze Coffee Table by Laverne

H 16 in W 48 in D 36 in

Bronze LaVerne Coffee Table with Zodiac Motif

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage bronze LaVerne rectangular coffee table with zodiac imagery. The table has been

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

Materials

Bronze

Bronze LaVerne Coffee Table with Zodiac Motif

H 15 in W 48 in D 36 in

Zodiac Cocktail Table

Located in San Francisco, CA

Astrological top with the twelve Zodiac signs on hand-forged iron base.

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Vintage 1940s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Zodiac Cocktail Table

H 16.75 in W 54.5 in D 21.25 in

Phillip & Kelvin Zodiac Table

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in Newburgh, NY

Bronze table by P&K Laverne, etched with zodiac figures/ Stands on bronze tubular legs.

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20th Century American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

Phillip & Kelvin Zodiac Table

H 16 in W 48 in D 36 in

Midcentury Zodiac Glass Top Table

Located in London, GB

Midcentury glass top coffee table with zodiac design Shaped glass top with signs of the zodiac

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

Materials

Glass

Midcentury Zodiac Glass Top Table

H 13.39 in W 48.04 in D 17.33 in

French 1950's Zodiac Copper Table

Located in New York, NY

This is a French 1950's Zodiac Table. Its patened copper, acid etched with a astrological motif

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Vintage 1950s French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Copper

French 1950's Zodiac Copper Table

H 20 in Dm 39.25 in

French Zodiac Table with Reverse Painted Tiles

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

French iron table with intaglio glass tiles depicting the symbols of the zodiac.

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French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Iron

French Zodiac Table with Reverse Painted Tiles

H 18 in W 26 in D 16 in

Swedish Art Deco Inlaid Zodiac Table by Mjolby Intarsia

Located in Richmond, VA

Swedish art deco table with inlaid zodiac signs. Table is composed of rosewood, birch and elm

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Vintage 1930s Swedish Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Swedish Art Deco Inlaid Zodiac Table by Mjolby Intarsia

H 27 in Dm 36 in

Ceramic Tile Coffee Table, 1960s

Located in Saint Ouen, FR

This round coffee table was made with ceramic tiles and a steel brushed structure in the style of

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Vintage 1960s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Ceramic Tile Coffee Table, 1960s

H 14.77 in Dm 29.53 in

Philip LaVerne Bronze Coffee Table

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

enameled Zodiac figures, raised on tubular legs with box strechers. Top signed "Philips K.Laverne" paper

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Vintage 1960s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

Philip LaVerne Bronze Coffee Table

H 15.5 in W 48 in D 36 in

Philip Laverne Bronze Coffee Table

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

enameled Zodiac figures,raised on tubular legs with box strechers. Top signed"philips K.Laverne

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Vintage 1960s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

Philip Laverne Bronze Coffee Table

H 15.5 in W 48 in D 36 in

Rare coffee table designed by Paolo Buffa

By Paolo Buffa

Located in Verona, IT

Rare coffee table designed by Paolo Buffa, top in parchment, inlaid zodiac sign. beautiful, green

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Vintage 1940s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Rare coffee table designed by Paolo Buffa

H 19.69 in Dm 25.6 in

Huge Philip and Kelvin Laverne Coffee Table

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in New York, NY

A very large and gorgeous coffee table by Philip and Kelvin Laverne, with Zodiac design etched in

Category

20th Century American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Huge Philip and Kelvin Laverne Coffee Table

H 16 in W 48 in D 42 in

Large Philip and Kelvin Laverne Coffee Table

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in New York, NY

A large and beautiful square coffee table with Zodiac pattern, but Philip and Kelvin Laverne

Category

20th Century American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Large Philip and Kelvin Laverne Coffee Table

H 17 in W 42 in D 42 in

Eglomaise and Wood Cocktail Table

Located in Water Mill, NY

Italian eglomaise and wood cocktail table with signs of the Zodiac

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Eglomaise and Wood Cocktail Table

H 18.5 in Dm 40.5 in

Exceptional Round Coffee Table / Game 50 Years Plan with Zodiac Signs

By Ignazio Gardella

Located in Palermo, Italia

Exceptional round coffee table / game 50 years plan with zodiac signs Brass feet adjustable in

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Metal, Brass

Exceptional Round Coffee Table / Game 50 Years Plan with Zodiac Signs

H 31.11 in Dm 39.38 in

Exceptional Round Coffee Table/Game 50 Years Plan with Zodiac Signs

Located in Palermo, Italia

Exceptional round coffee table/game 50 years plan with zodiac signs Brass feet adjustable in

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Metal, Brass

Exceptional Round Coffee Table/Game 50 Years Plan with Zodiac Signs

H 31.11 in Dm 39.38 in

Coffee Table Paolo Buffa Years 1940 Zodiac Signs

By Paolo Buffa

Located in Palermo, Italia

Wonderful coffee table in wood and brass designed in the 1940s by Paolo Buffa good condition

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Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Coffee Table Paolo Buffa Years 1940 Zodiac Signs

H 18.9 in Dm 23.63 in

Enameled Top Coffee Table with zodiac signs on top

Located in Porto, PT

Enameled top coffee table symbolizing the zodiac signs, legs in black painted metal and wood.

Category

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

Materials

Enamel, Metal

Enameled Top Coffee Table with zodiac signs on top

H 13.78 in W 39.38 in D 19.69 in

Piero Fornasetti Round Coffee Table Costellazioni with Gold Decorations, 1960

By Piero Fornasetti

Located in Milano, IT

Rare Costellazioni low table, rare if no unique, designed and manufactured by Piero Fornasetti in

Category

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

Materials

Brass, Metal, Aluminum

Piero Fornasetti Round Coffee Table Costellazioni with Gold Decorations, 1960

H 15.75 in Dm 23.63 in

Vintage Brutalist Zodiac Wall Art

Located in Frisco, TX

, astrology, astrological signs, circular, round copper coated wood. Can be used as a coffee table top also

Category

Vintage 1970s French Brutalist Decorative Art

Materials

Copper

Vintage Brutalist Zodiac Wall Art

H 1.5 in Dm 39.5 in

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Zodiac Coffee Table For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the zodiac coffee table you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each zodiac coffee table for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wood and glass. There are many kinds of the zodiac coffee table you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 20th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Each zodiac coffee table bearing Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco or Hollywood Regency hallmarks is very popular. Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, David Harriton and Maison Jansen each produced at least one beautiful zodiac coffee table that is worth considering.

How Much is a Zodiac Coffee Table?

A zodiac coffee table can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $6,475, while the lowest priced sells for $903 and the highest can go for as much as $14,398.

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. Browse a vast selection of antique, new and vintage coffee table and cocktail tables today.

Questions About Zodiac Coffee Table

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.
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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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.
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.
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.
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.
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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How much does a coffee table cost?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, a coffee table costs between $160 and $495,500.
How do I style a Noguchi coffee table?
1 Answer
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.
How do you style an oval coffee table?
1 Answer
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.
What is a tray top coffee table?
1 Answer
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.
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 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.
Should a coffee table be lower than a couch?
1 Answer
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Why are modern coffee tables so low?
1 Answer
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.
Are glass coffee tables durable?
1 Answer
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.

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