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Material: Wood
Free-Form Wood Coffee Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful cross cut Albezia wood in an organic shape with inset bronze mariposas (butterflies) with wooden legs. Can be cut lower if needed.
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20th Century Guatemalan Organic Modern Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood

Free-Form Wood Coffee Table
Free-Form Wood Coffee Table
$2,900 Sale Price
46% Off
Spanish Wing Table in Walnut, 1930s
Located in Miami, FL
Side table with wings in walnut wood in the Spanish Castilian style. Beautiful small side table with side wings. A very fine quality early 20th ce...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Walnut

Tip Natural Oak, Flamed Copper Coffee Table by DOLOMITISCH
Located in Geneve, CH
Tip Natural Oak, Flamed Copper Coffee Table by DOLOMITISCH Dimensions: D 140 x H 33 cm Materials: Natural Oak, Flamed Copper. "Customization of the topographic furniture begins b...
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2010s Italian Post-Modern Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Copper

Verdi Coffee Table — Small — Solid Brass Plate Base — Rare British Marble Top
Located in Washington, GB
A coffee or side table in Rare British Marble and patinated brass. Hand crafted to order in the North. Bespoke finishes and sizes are available. . Measures: 60 cm diameter x 32 cm he...
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2010s British Minimalist Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Stone, Limestone, Marble, Carrara Marble, Slate, Metal, Brass, Bronze, C...

C. 1950s Herman Miller Eames ETR Surfboard Coffee Table in Black Laminate
Located in Buffalo, NY
This is an Eames ETR Surfboard Coffee Table, originally designed by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller in 1951. The table came out of a home in Rochester NY, which had a huge am...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Metal

"Filicudi" coffee table by Ettore Sottsass and Marco Zanini for Zanotta 1993
Located in Renens, CH
Coffee table form the "Filicudi" series by Ettore Sottsass and Marco Zanini for Zanotta Italy 1993. Beautiful and sculptural coffee table which stands on four diabolo shaped beachwo...
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Laminate, Pearwood

1970’s Henredon Faux Tortoise Shell Round Coffee Table
Located in Charleston, SC
A mid century modern tortoise round coffee table by Henredon, circa 1970s. The table features a faux tortoise finish, hand painted to perfection, ensuring that no two are alike. Th...
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1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Brass

Selz “Flaque D’Eau” Elm Coffee Table, France 1960's
By SELZ
Located in New York, NY
Large elm freeform coffee table on a tripod base with very slanted edges.
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Elm

Rare Antique African Senufo Coffee Table or Bench
Located in New York, NY
Rare antique coffee table or bench hand carved by the Senufo tribes from a single block of wood native to the west coast of Africa. The wood is tough, dense and very durable. Shown w...
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Early 1900s African Tribal Antique Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Arte Povera Italian Antique Low Table
Located in Austin, TX
Shepherd table from the Dolomites in Italy. This piece is made of solid chestnut wood and features the original patina. It is crafted with peg joinery. ...
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Early 1900s Italian Antique Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood

Modern Round Findley Coffee Table in Walnut by Martin and Brockett
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Martin & Brockett's Findley Round Coffee Table features the Findley Collection’s signature carved, curved lip and round pedestal base. Shown in Walnut H 17 in. x W 40 in. x D 40 in...
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2010s American Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Walnut

Vladimir Kagan Snail Coffee Table in Walnut
Located in Brooklyn, NY
For sale, the iconic design, the snail table by Vladimir Kagan. Freshly refinished walnut spiral base supporting glass top with rounded edges. A beautifully conceived minimalist coff...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Glass, Walnut

Tapio Wirkkala Inlaid Coffee Table for Asko Danish Modern
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant Inlaid Danish Modern Coffee Table, designed by Tapio Wirkkala, Finland, circa 1960s. Signed with brand underneath. Retains warm original patina.
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Brass

Artistic Round Coffee Table Solace 46: Unique Design in Solid Walnut
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Sculptural Coffee Table Made of Solid Wood, Center Table Solace S46 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 Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Hardwood

Vaughn Occasional Tables
Located in Houston, TX
Hand applied lacquer paired with richly stained walnut. Color options: Emerald, Aubergine, Ocean (or send your custom choice) Other options: Choose between either mostly lacquer...
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2010s American Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Walnut, Lacquer

Art Deco Round Oak Durmast and Glass Coffee Table, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1940s. This is a high-quality oak durmast coffee table and it features a glass top. It is a vintage item, therefore it might show slight traces of use, but overall it...
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1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Glass, Oak

Adrian Pearsall 'Jacks' Coffee Table
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Surfboard shaped coffee table designed by Adrian Pearsall. Featuring a starburst interlocking walnut base with oval glass top. Simple design with a great mid-century flair. Please co...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Glass, Walnut

Vintage Davis Cabinet Co. French Louis XVI Style Solid Walnut Cocktail Table
Located in West Chester, PA
A top quality hexagonal cocktail table crafted from all solid walnut by Davis Cabinet Company in the French Louis XVI manner.
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Mid-20th Century American Louis XVI Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Walnut

Mondo Modern Coffee Table
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Modern Coffee Table is made in the heart of Ohio with locally sourced wood. Each table is hand-made with mitered corners from white oak veneer ...
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2010s American Modern Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Oak

Custom Reclaimed Elm Wood Round Coffee Table
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Custom made bloom home inc. these old elm timbers show in its most primal, natural form. The artisanal construction methods highlight the elm woods beautiful grain pattern & knots an...
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21st Century and Contemporary Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood, Elm

Custom Reclaimed Elm Wood Round Coffee Table
Custom Reclaimed Elm Wood Round Coffee Table
$1,752 Sale Price / item
20% Off
Danish Modern Teak Square Coffee Table by Trioh
Located in San Diego, CA
beautiful simple large square coffee table, in teak by Trioh, circa 1980s freshly refinished solid with nice dove tail corners and legs, great craftsmanship.
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Teak

Vintage Modern Tessellated Stone Coffee Table attr. Maitland-Smith
Located in Trenton, NJ
Channel the impressive vintage vibes of Maitland Smith with this mosaic stone coffee table, a unique, handmade piece that exudes timeless style. Made in the Philippines, it features ...
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Late 20th Century Philippine Regency Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stone

Ceramic coffee table by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France
Located in IT
This exquisite French coffee table showcases the artistry of renowned ceramicist Roger Capron. The tabletop features a striking floral motif composed of intricately arranged glazed c...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

Mid Century Slat Bench Coffee Table Made in Yugoslavia C 1950s
Located in New York, NY
Iconic slat bench coffee table, bench made in Yugoslavia, after George Nelson, circa 1950/1960's. Constructed of solid wood, in very good, original, clean and ready to use condition,...
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Mid-20th Century Macedonian Mid-Century Modern Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood

Kanyon Coffee Table, Oval with Marble Top, Contemporary Sculptural Smoked Oak
Located in Istanbul, TR
Kanyon is an authentic coffee table which combines functionality and sculptural posture with simplicity, beautiful materials and exquisite craftsmanship. Inspired by the topographic beauty of canyon structures, the design translates the basic topological features of canyons to a minimal and unique design language. Functionality is integral to its sculptural posture, where the U profiled gap between different table surfaces serves as a convenient and aesthetic space to store books, newspapers and magazines and the 2 level table top allows the user to arrange objects based on use, ease of access or aesthetic appeal. Produced by skilled craftsmen, Kanyon coffee table...
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2010s Turkish Minimalist Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stone, Marble

Kanyon Coffee Table with Travertine, Contemporary Sculptural Round Walnut
Located in Istanbul, TR
Kanyon is an authentic coffee table which combines functionality and sculptural posture with simplicity, beautiful materials and exquisite craftsmanship. Inspired by the topographic beauty of canyon structures, the design translates the basic topological features of canyons to a minimal and unique design language. Functionality is integral to its sculptural posture, where the U profiled gap between different table surfaces serves as a convenient and aesthetic space to store books, newspapers and magazines and the 2 level table top allows the user to arrange objects based on use, ease of access or aesthetic appeal. Produced by skilled craftsmen, Kanyon coffee table...
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2010s Turkish Minimalist Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Stone, Travertine

Torbjorn Afdal for Bruksbo Norway Rosewood "Krobo" Coffee Table, Bench
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Torbjorn Afdal solid dark rosewood table, bench by Bruksbo Mellenstrands Norway. Featuring a sturdy, lipped and, balanced rectangular framework in smoothly grained dark Rosewood, wit...
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1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Steel

Swiss Mid Century Mosaic Coffee Table
Located in Bern, CH
Swiss Mid Century Coffee Table with mosaic tabletop with black wooden base in Minimalist style. Believed to be manufactured in the late 1950's - earl...
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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Ceramic, Wood

Writing Desk in Solid Ash Wood Molteni&C by Gio Ponti D.847.1 - made in Italy
Located in New York, NY
D.847.1 Console Table by Gio Ponti - Expert-crafted in Italy exclusively by Molteni&C Expert craftsmanship has given this gorgeous console table a new life drawn from its original I...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Brass

Christian Krekels Art Coffee Table in Inlaid Brass and Agate Belgium 1989
Located in Meer, VAN
Christian Krekels Art Coffee Table in Inlaid Brass and Agate, Belgium, 1989. This is a mesmerizingly beautiful coffee table by Belgian artist Christian Krekels. Quite exceptional i...
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Agate, Brass

skandinavian modern huge round coffee table by KONDOR Möbel-Perfektion 1960s
Located in Landshut, BY
This item represents a significant chapter in the history of the German furniture industry. A coffee table by KONDOR Möbel-Perfektion This piece of furniture features a top layer of ...
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1960s German Scandinavian Modern Vintage Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood, Walnut

Vintage burl wood coffee table, 1970s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Elegant rectangular burl wooden coffee table. Timeless seventies glamour coffee table. Good quality, made in France and very much in the style of Jean Claude Mahey furniture. Good...
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1970s French Hollywood Regency Vintage Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Burl

Roger Capron "Sho-Gun" Coffee Table
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Ceramic tile top coffee table designed by Roger Capron (signed). Features his unique "Sho-gun" textured tile design in a palette of cream and black and olive green. Tiles manufactur...
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1960s French Vintage Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Ceramic, Wood

Osvaldo Borsani Blond Walnut Center Table, Coffee Table, Italy 1940s
Located in Roma, IT
Marvellous round coffee table in a fantastic old walnut. This fantastic piece was design by Osvaldo Borsani in the 1940s in Italy. The coffee table, fully made in a gorgeous walnut,...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood, Glass, Walnut

Jacobean Walnut Rectangular Coffee Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
Crafted from rich acacia wood and finished in an elegant country walnut stain, this exquisite piece exudes sophistication. The inlaid parquet oyster veneer top adds a refined touch, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Jacobean Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Wooden coffee table with bronze claw feet and green leather on Top
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This nice coffee table is made of wood with bronze claw feet and green leather on Top. This is a French work. Circa 1940
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1940s French Neoclassical Vintage Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Bronze

Kipp Stewart for Drexel "Declaration" Line Walnut Coffee Table/ Bench
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Kipp Stewart for Drexel 75" long Walnut Coffee Table. Long and Sleek! Nice Scale and only 16" deep! Original finish shows scratches but overall presents well. Add a cushion to us...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Walnut

Wooden Coffee Table, Fishes Series 14 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 Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood, Hardwood, Oak

Finn Jhul Black and White Tray Table Walnut
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Table designed by Finn Juhl in 1965, relaunched in 2002. Manufactured by House of Finn Juhl in Denmark. The Tray table, designed by Finn Juhl in 1965, is a further development of...
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2010s Danish Modern Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

George Nakashima, Coffee Table, American Black Walnut, New Hope, USA, 1982
Located in High Point, NC
An American black walnut coffee table designed by George Nakashima and produced by Nakashima Studio, New Hope, Pennsylvania, United States, 1...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Italian Midcentury Rectangular Side Table in Teak Wood and Enameled Metal, 1950s
Located in Roma, IT
Gorgeous midcentury rectangular side table with teakwood top and enameled metal base. This charming table was realized in Italy in t...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Metal

Circular Three-Legged White Oak Avebury Coffee Table by Objects & Ideas
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Taking inspiration from neolithic stone circles, the Avebury coffee table by Canadian design studio Objects & Ideas is supported by three solid wood legs that are notched into the sl...
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2010s Canadian Modern Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Oak

Black Marble and Walnut Prospect Coffee Table by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The prospect coffee table features a stone top that rests atop a sculpted American walnut or white oak base with two cutouts for drum tables on either end. The Lawson-Fenning Col...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Marble

Striking Mid Century Colapsable Coffee Table Base Brass & Teak by Trends Pacific
Located in San Diego, CA
1970s rare collapsable coffee table base made by Trends Pacific freshly refinished in a solid teak frame with brass accents, many configurations the base...
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20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Danish Teak Coffee Table
Located in Baltimore, MD
Exceptional Danish Modern teak, Mid-Century Modern, vintage Scandinavian design, teak, rectangular coffee table by A. B. J. , made in Denmark. Features a rectangle top with beautiful...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Teak

Burton~Ching Black & Gold Chinoisrie Coffee Cocktail Table
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Burton~Ching Black & Gold Chinoisrie Coffee Cocktail Table.
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1990s American Chinoiserie Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood

Roger Capron coffee table
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Jolie table basse par Roger Capron aux émaux ocres et bleutés, vers 1960 à Vallauris.
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Ceramic, Wood

Klar Wooden Mid Table by Hermhaus
Located in istanbul, TR
Formed by the combination of wooden planks with a simple geometry, Klar offers both an extraordinary and spacious perception with its alignment details.
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2010s Turkish Mid-Century Modern Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Oak

Solace 18: Walnut Oval Coffee Table with Geometric Base, Elegant Design
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Oval Coffee Table Made of Solid Wood, Center Table Solace S18 by Joel Escalona The Solace table series, designed by Joel Escalona, is a furniture collection that exudes balance and...
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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Charlotte Perriand Cansado Bench, circa 1950
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Bench designed by Charlotte Perriand. Edited by Steph Simon. Provenance: Cansado, Mauritania (Africa). In original condition with minor wear consistent of age and use, preserv...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Metal

Mid Century Italian Post Modern Rectangular Glass Coffee Table in Black & Gray
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Sleek post modern design from Italy circa early 90's. Textured resin over wood with clear glass top.
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1990s Italian Post-Modern Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Glass, Wood

Vintage Baker Black Lacquer Chinoiserie Coffee Table with Floral and Gold Motifs
Located in Morristown, NJ
20th c., a finely crafted Baker Furniture coffee table inspired by Chinese design elements. The table has a low profile, with a rectangular top, and is ornately decorated with detail...
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1970s American Chinoiserie Vintage Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood, Lacquer, Paint

Danish Teak Starburst Coffee Table by Søren Georg Jensen for Kubus, 1960s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
This midcentury Danish teak coffee table comes with sculptural solid teak legs and intricate veneer work in the shape of a bursting star on the ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Teak

Sewing Table AT-33 by Hans J Wegner Made by Andreas Tuck, Denmark
Located in Goteborg, SE
Sewing table in solid teak and oak, designed by Hans J Wegner and made by cabinetmaker Andreas Tuck. The table has two drop-leafs, a front drawer with several compartments and a hand...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Oak, Teak, Rattan

Lovely round coffee table by Roger Capron, France 1960s.
Located in Antwerp, BE
Lovely round coffee table by Roger Capron, France 1960s. This piece features a beautifully stained wooden frame and a tabletop adorned with glazed ceramic sandstone tiles, each caref...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

Brazilian Modern Coffee Table in Caviuna & Glass, Giuseppe Scapinelli, c. 1950s
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this Brazilian Modern Coffee Table designed by Giuseppe Scapinelli in in Brazil in the 1950s is a showstopper! This coffee table features a stunning frame crafted f...
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20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Glass, Wood

Brutalist Square Coffee Table in Warm Wood Veneer, Podio by NONO
By NONO
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Brutalist square coffee table in red oak wood Veneer, Podio by NONO The NONO design team presents a coffee table that exudes elegance an...
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2010s Mexican Brutalist Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Plywood

Paolo Buffa Wood Coffee Table, Italy 1940s
Located in Milan, IT
Paolo Buffa side table, Italy 1940s.
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Midcentury Waterfall Scroll Table with Reserved Court Scenes Décor
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese vintage waterfall scroll coffee table from the Mid-20th Century, with golden lacquer and reserved décor depicting musical scenes, boat riding and foliage. Created in China during the Midcentury period, this vintage waterfall coffee table...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Mid-Century Modern Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood

Kanyon Coffee Table with Travertine, Contemporary Sculptural Round Smoked Oak
Located in Istanbul, TR
Kanyon is an authentic coffee table which combines functionality and sculptural posture with simplicity, beautiful materials and exquisite craftsmanship. Inspired by the topographic beauty of canyon structures, the design translates the basic topological features of canyons to a minimal and unique design language. Functionality is integral to its sculptural posture, where the U profiled gap between different table surfaces serves as a convenient and aesthetic space to store books, newspapers and magazines and the 2 level table top allows the user to arrange objects based on use, ease of access or aesthetic appeal. Produced by skilled craftsmen, Kanyon coffee table...
Category

2010s Turkish Minimalist Wood Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stone, Travertine

Antique and Vintage Wood Coffee Tables for Sale: Shop Burl-Wood Coffee Tables, Rosewood Coffee Tables and More

As a practical focal point in your living area, antique and vintage wood coffee tables and cocktail tables are an invaluable addition to any interior. 

Originally, these tables were as simple as they are practical — as high as your sofa and made primarily of wood. And even as metal, glass and plastics have become popular in coffee tables and cocktail tables, natural materials like wood and stone remain consistently in demand, as designers report a desire to bring natural aesthetics into the home. Walnut coffee tables, rosewood coffee tables and other pieces of wood furniture remind us of the wider world outside our walls and help create a peaceful, soothing atmosphere.  

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. 

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 a collection of antique and vintage wood coffee tables and cocktail tables today.

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