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Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables For Sale
Jugendstil side table circle of the Vienna Secession ca. 1900
Located in Klosterneuburg, AT
Jugendstil side table, circle of the Vienna Secession, ca. 1900 beech stained mahogany, polished; brass tubes
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Early 1900s Austrian Jugendstil Antique Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Brass

Waterfall Coffee Table by Charles Hollis Jones Signed and Dated
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This piece is in stock and ready to ship. Beautiful waterfall coffee table designed and manufactured by Charles Hollis Jones (circa 1960s) model CHJ-494. The table is executed in Lu...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Stainless Steel

1800s - 1860s Edo Japanese antique chestnut low coffee table wabi sabi primitive
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
New finds from Kura (traditional style warehouse) in Yamagata pref., Tohoku area, Japan. This antique low writing desk is a product of 1800s - 1860s (late Edo era), estimate from the style and conditions. Made of thick, sturdy single solid chestnut wood boards. Can be used as coffee table, display table etc. Yamagata pref. is known to rich woodcraft cultures. The most known products are bold but elaborate, premium Tansu furnitures...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Wood, Chestnut

Robust Wabi Sabi Coffee Table in Solid Wood 1960s
Located in Meer, VAN
Robust Wabi Sabi Coffee Table in Solid Wood 1960s This is a very heavy and robust coffee table made out of solid wood. Quite the unusual design with sturdy feet and thick and heavy ...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Wood, Oak

Smoked Glass Coffee Side Table, Italy, 1970s
Located in Rome, IT
Coffee/side table completely in smoked glass with an abstract sculptural presence that gives it a dynamic style.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Metal

Augustus Torched Oak Round Coffee Table in Solid Wood by Autonomous Furniture
Located in Victoria, BC
A round coffee table in torched oak with a slight silver onyx oil and wax finish, featuring the table legs slightly offset to add drama. This round solid wood coffee table includes a...
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2010s Canadian Modern Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Wood, Oak, Walnut, Fir

Wooden Coffee Table, Fishes Series 18 by Joel Escalona
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Fishes is a series of sculptural coffee tables inspired by the famous Fish (1930) sculpture of Rumanian artist Constantin Brancusi. Brancusi's work has been widely regarded as a masterpiece of modern art, and his Fish sculpture remain an iconic symbol of his artistic vision. The Fishes Coffee Tables series is a tribute to Brancusi's mastery of creating a sense of tranquility and serenity. Each coffee table in this collection is meticulously shaped from natural finish or black-tinted oak wood or walnut. The design process for the Fishes Coffee Tables collection was deeply stimulated by Brancusi's Fish sculpture, with each coffee table featuring soft and rounded forms that capture the fluidity and motion of aquatic life with simplicity and elegance. The sculptural forms of the Fishes Coffee Tables by NONO Furniture reflect this aesthetic, evoking a sense of quietness and stillness. The natural beauty and rich texture of oak and walnut create a warm and inviting atmosphere that is both elegant and sophisticated, making the Fishes Coffee Tables collection a perfect addition to any home decor. Each coffee table in the Fishes Series...
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Wood, Hardwood, Oak

Minimalist Black Round Coffee Table - Sleek Fundamenta 31 by NONO
By NONO
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Minimalist Black Round Coffee Table - Sleek Fundamenta 31 by NONO Sculptural coffee table made of solid wood with a natural water-based or b...
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Hardwood

20th Century American Bronze Coffee Table by Carole Gratale
Located in Southampton, NJ
Bespoke Late 20th C Bronze Giacometti inspired coffee table designed by American designer Carol Gratale boasting generous dimensions with oil rubbed bron...
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Late 20th Century American Brutalist Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Bronze

Paul McCobb Travertine and Brass Coffee Table Mid Century Modern circa 1950s
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant Coffee Table in Travertine and Brass, designed by Paul McCobb, American, circa 1950s. It has a clean lined, architectural design. The brass retains its original patina with v...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Travertine, Brass, Metal

Stone International Italian Travertine Marble Coffee Table Mid-Century Modern
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An amazing Italian coffee table with natural and porous travertine edging. The simplicity of the design and surface treatments is what makes this table a classic example of strong an...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Travertine, Marble

Karl springer coffee table or bench textured solid cast resin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Karl springer coffee table or bench textured solid cast resin. Table is a cream colored fabric textured cast resin table very heavy and solid, ready for use. Located in Brooklyn NYC....
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1970s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Resin

Carlton Coffee Table 36" DIA, in Natural Burl Wood, by August Abode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Figural woods and casual, clean lines combine in our Carlton Table, shown here in our Natural Burl Wood finish. It is also available in Mappa and Vintage...
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21st Century and Contemporary Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Wood, Ash, Olive, Burl

Mid Century Modern Mosaic Top Coffee Table. Circa 1960s
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Mid Century Modern Mosaic Top Coffee Table in the Jane and Gordon Martz Style. Circa 1960s Features a solid wood frame with an earth tones mosaic top, and removable tapered l...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Ceramic, Wood

Orgo Playa Cocktail Table
Located in Hollywood, FL
The Playa veneer showcases an exquisite blend of rattan strips and coco twigs meticulously arranged in perfect harmony. Enhanced by a seamless resin coating, this exceptional materia...
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2010s Philippine International Style Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Rattan, Coconut

Orgo Playa Cocktail Table
Orgo Playa Cocktail Table
$2,886 Sale Price / item
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Rare "Et Cetera" Faux Book Coffee Table, John Dickinson, Drexel, USA, c. 1960s
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a very rare coffee / end table designed by John Dickinson for Drexel and produced between 1961-1962 as part of a very limited edition design from Drexel's 'Et Cetera' col...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Oak

A BRUTALIST MID-CENTURY-MODERN MODERNIST Compas STOOL or SIDE TABLE, France 1950
Located in PARIS, FR
A powerful and architectural "Compas" stool or more likely side table, Modernist, Brutalist, Mid-Century-Modern, Folk Art, Square top plate roughly mounted on 4 straight triangular l...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Wood

1970s Monumental Chinoiserie Botanical Style Painted Ebony Chow Coffee Table
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, hand painted coffee table you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful monumental...
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1970s North American Chinoiserie Vintage Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Wood, Paint

Palafitte Coffee Table, in canaletto walnut, by DebonaDemeo for Medulum
Located in Meolo, Venezia
The Palafitte collection, inspired by Venice, the floating city, takes its cue from the urban system of wooden poles submerged in water, supporting the city’s structures. This design...
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2010s Italian Modern Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Walnut, Wood

Large Waterfall Coffee Table
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This modern waterfall coffee table is made in the heart of Ohio with locally sourced wood. Each table is hand-made with mitered corners from whit...
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2010s American Modern Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Plywood

Charles Hollis Jones Plexiglass and Brass Italian Square Cocktail Table, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Wonderful Hollywood Regency coffee table or cocktail table with two glass shelves. This amazing item is attributed to Charles Hollis Jones and was produced in Italy during the 1970s....
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Brass

Tavolario Wrought Iron White Round Coffee Table by Dante Negro
Located in Milan, IT
Feminine and luminous, this round coffee table in galvanized metal makes for a sublime addition to refined terraces or patios. Ring-like joints accent the encounter between the strea...
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2010s Italian Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Iron

Acerbis LOKUM Coffee Table in smoked grey by Sabine Marcelis
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Matter, light and colour come together in an intense interaction of materials. This collection embodies the elegance of pure forms, elevated through the use of hand-blown glass. Sabi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Glass, Art Glass

20th Century Swedish Svenskt Tenn Vintage Sofa Table - Diplomat by Josef Frank
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage Mid-Century Modern Swedish sofa table "diplomat" made of hand crafted polished Beechwood, designed by Josef Frank and produced by Svenskt...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Beech

Side Table Geometric Modern Handmade from Graphite Resin Steel Inlay
Located in Bronx, NY
"Graphite Table No. 1" Cal Summers D. 2018 Designed and fabricated by JM Szymanski partner, Cal Summers. These tables are made from a unique composite developed by Cal Summers. ...
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2010s American Modern Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Steel

Walnut and Oak Coffee Table by Andre Bus for Lane Acclaim, 1960s
Located in Nørre Aaby, DK
Elegant mid-century coffee table designed by Dutch designer Andre Bus and produced by Lane Acclaim in the 1960s. Crafted in walnut and oak, the table features beautiful details that ...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Oak, Walnut

Rare Dutch Bauhaus/Art Deco tripod table with black top, 1920s
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
Elegant and quirky Dutch Art Deco/Bauhaus tripod side table with a pitch black glass top framed in metal and sculptural wooden base. The three wooden legs flare into whimsical, foot...
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1920s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Metal

Solace 42: Functional Art in Solid Wood with Circular Design
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Sculptural Coffee Table Made of Solid Wood, Center Table Solace S42 by Joel Escalona The Solace table series, designed by Joel Escalona, is a furniture collection that exudes balan...
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Hardwood

Milo - Sculptural Twin-Tier Green Marble Coffee Table Set by House of Jaipur
Located in New York, NY
Bold in form and balanced in proportion, this sculptural green marble coffee table set features a twin-tier design that blends contemporary fluidity with timeless luxury. Crafted fro...
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2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Marble

Table basse italienne vintage Willy Rizzo pour Cidue en verre fumé et métal
Located in BESANÇON, FR
Table basse vintage des années 70, du designer italien Willy Rizzo pour le fabricant Cidue, plateau rectangulaire en verre fumé, pieds cubiques épurés et minimalistes en métal chromé...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Metal

Artimeta Rectangle Coffee Table with Inset Stone Top and Black Enameled Frame
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dutch 1960s Artimeta rectangle coffee table or side table with thin black enameled metal frame and inset black stone top. In original condition with visible wear including chipping a...
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1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Stone, Metal

Chic Black Tinted Round Coffee Table - Urban Fundamenta 27 by NONO
By NONO
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Chic Black Tinted Round Coffee Table - Urban Fundamenta 27 by NONO Sculptural coffee table made of solid wood with a natural water-based or black tinted finish. Due to the nature of...
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2010s Mexican Brutalist Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Hardwood

Anna Karlin Puddle, Travertine
Located in New York, NY
Made from carved Travertine, these tables nest perfectly and can be moved individually to suit the space. Given the nature of the material, there are various shades and coloring t...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Travertine

Geometric Square Coffee Table, Walnut Veneer, Basa by Nono
By NONO
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Geometric coffee table, walnut Veneer, Basa by NONO Square coffee table finished with premium wood veneer, structured with particle board. Finishes ava...
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2010s Mexican Minimalist Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Wood

George Nelson Classic Slat Bench 1950's Original Signed!
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A classic, original 1950's vintage George Nelson for Herman Miller slat bench. Original ebonised finish with warm patina. This is a hard to find original bench, retaining its foil la...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Maple

Refinished Chippendale Style Mahogany Galleried Ball and Claw Feet Coffee Table
Located in Germantown, MD
An Early 20th Century, Chippendale style Refinished Mahogany Galleried Ball and Claw Feet Coffee Table with carved cabriole legs. Newly Refinished. Excellent. Measures 35.25" in widt...
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Early 20th Century American Chippendale Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Mahogany

Frank Lloyd Wright Taliesin Coffee Table for Henredon
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Super RARE and early Mid Century set of 2 tables from the Taliesin Collection by Frank Lloyd Wright for Heritage-Henredon. 1 coffee table (33" square x 15.75" high) also available. ...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Mahogany

French Art Deco Wrought Iron and Glass Coffee Table with Bronze Finials 20th C.
Located in New York, NY
20th Century Wrought Iron and Glass Coffee Table with Bronze Mounts A finely crafted 20th-century coffee table featuring a rectangular glass top supported by a wrought iron base wit...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Wrought Iron, Bronze

Mid-Century Modern Brazilian Mahogany & Glass Cocktail Table by Percival Lafer
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Mid-Century Modern mosaic cocktail table was realized by the esteemed Brazilian designer Percival Lafer circa 1970. It features an austere waterfall form- like a volume...
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1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Glass, Mahogany

Newly Refinished - Danish Modern Teak Coffee Table with Magazine Shelf
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished Designer: Greta Jalk Manufacturer: Glostrup Mobler Style: Danish Modern With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful proces...
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1950s Danish Other Vintage Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Teak

Japanese Antique Low Table / Coffee Table / 1868-1912s / Wabi-sabi Mingei
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
This is an old Japanese low table, which is believed to have been used for reading and writing in temple schools from the Edo to Meiji periods. The side is carved into a heart shape...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Iron

Mid Century Magistretti Coffee Table Demetrio 70, Artemide Milano, around 1970
Located in Berlin, DE
A striking example of Italian modern design, this Demetrio 70 coffee table was created by Vico Magistretti for Artemide Milano around 1970. Its bold sculptural form and innovative us...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Plastic

Max Ingrand Coffee Table for Fontana Arte, Mod. 1774, Italy, circa 1958
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Coffee table manufactured in Italy by Fontana Art, Model 1774, designed by Max Ingrand, circa 1958. The base is from curved blackened iron with solid brass profiles attached to the l...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Brass, Iron

Lacquered Metal, Brass and Glass Coffee Table by Jacques Adnet
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This coffee table is made of lacquered metal, brass and glass. This is a very simple and chic model. French work by famous French designer Jacques Adnet. Circa 1950
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Metal, Brass

Modern Oval Coffee Table with Walnut Cylinder Base and Lavender and Ivory Glass
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Palazzo oval coffee table with Ivory and Lavender glass sits on 2 Walnut Wood pedestals by Ercole Home. A sleek table with high craftsmanship and flowing mosaic patterns. Skillfully ...
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2010s American Modern Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Art Glass, Walnut

Midcentury Chromed Steel Italian Coffee Table with Smoked Glass Round Top, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Beautiful coffee table in chromed steel with smoked round glass top. This fantastic item was produced in Italy during the 1960s. This atomic-style Italian coffee table features a ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Steel, Chrome

Table basse ronde vintage de Jean Gregorieff pour Roche Bobois des années 60 70
Located in BESANÇON, FR
Table basse ronde vintage des années 60 70, design de Jean Gregorieff pour Roche Bobois, modèle Montargis (étiquette encore présente). Plateau en céram...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Metal

Round Slate Coffee Table in Brass Mahogany Italian Design 1950s Midcentury
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Round slate coffee table in brass mahogany Italian design 1950s midcentury. It is very reminiscent of the style of Paolo Buffa famous Italian...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Slate, Brass

Milo - Sculptural Green Marble Coffee Table with Asymmetrical Crescent Accent
Located in New York, NY
A poetic balance of symmetry and surprise, this sculptural green marble coffee table features a dynamic form punctuated by an asymmetrical crescent element. Crafted from hand-selecte...
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2010s Indian Mid-Century Modern Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Marble

Japanese Vintage Low Table (Fuzukue), Early Showa Period (1926-)
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This vintage low table (fuzukue) was crafted in the Early Showa Period (1926–). Made of hinoki (Japanese cypress), it shows a warm, time-worn surface with a quiet wabi-sabi character...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Cypress

Spanish Drinks Table, End Table, Martini Table in Polychromed Gilt Iron, 1940s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Spanish gilt wrought iron drink / cocktails table with polychromed top, Spain, 1940s. Handcrafted in wrought iron with gilt finish on the base. The round top has hand-painted floral ...
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20th Century Spanish Gothic Revival Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Coffee Table / Bench by Lane
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage design...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Walnut

Table basse vintage en marbre des années 70
Located in BESANÇON, FR
Table basse vintage des années 70, en joli marbre avec très beau veinage gris clair, rose saumoné et écru, forme carrée arrondie sur deux angles (ou forme d’oeil) et deux pieds angul...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Marble

Custom Made Cube Style Rug Cocktail Ottoman
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Custom made cube style ottoman. This can be remade and ordered to any size. The rug we are using is a new "vintage look" turkish flat weave style with nano technology. Meaning this c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Foam, Wood

Custom Made Cube Style Rug Cocktail Ottoman
Custom Made Cube Style Rug Cocktail Ottoman
$2,072 Sale Price / item
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One of a Kind Sculptural Volcanic Stone & Steel Stool by Costantini, Fortezza
Located in New York, NY
IN STOCK Made from solid volcanic rock, the Fortezza Stool features three hand-cut stones with raw edges and a smooth top surface. The intersecting steel base adds stability and co...
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2010s Argentine Modern Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Stone, Steel

"Borghèse" Coffee Table, Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance
Located in Marinha Grande, PT
The Borghese coffee table, designed by French designer Noé Duchaufour-Lawrance, is a statement piece that seamlessly blends art and functionality. Inspired by the iconic umbrella pin...
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2010s French Post-Modern Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Metal

Baguette Tall Rounded Canaletto Walnut Coffee Table
Located in Milan, IT
An elongated MDF top with rounded extremities, veneered in precious Canaletto walnut, and featuring a blunted profile is the element explaining the reason this design is named after ...
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2010s Italian Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Metal

Spinner Coffee Table
Located in NEW YORK, NY
The design is inspired by the traditional art of forming clay on a spin wheel. The coffee table features a black marble top and a black base made with textured resin mold...
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2010s Portuguese Modern Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Marble

Swedish Designer, Coffee Table, Pine, Sweden, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A large pine coffee table designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1970s. Overall Dimensions (inches): 17.0"H x 43.25"W x 43.25"D All items ship from High Point, North Carolina.
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1970s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Pine

Mid-Century Modern coffee table tiles Belarti
Located in Waddinxveen, ZH
A very nice coffee table from the Mid-Century period. Designed by J. Belarti.
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables

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Stainless Steel

Vintage Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables for Sale: Shop Mid-Century Coffee Tables, Travertine Coffee Tables and Marble Cocktail Tables on 1stDibs

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.

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