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Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

SCANDINAVIAN MODERN STYLE

Scandinavian modernism is perhaps the warmest and most organic iteration of modernist design. The work of the designers associated with vintage Scandinavian modern furniture was founded on centuries-old beliefs in both quality craftsmanship and the ideal that beauty should enhance even the humblest accessories of daily life.

ORIGINS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN 

CHARACTERISTICS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

  • Bold, clean lines and simple, sturdy symmetries
  • Use of natural materials — native woods such as pine, ash and beech
  • Open, airy spaces
  • Promotion of functionality
  • Emphasis on craftsmanship; rooted in cabinetry profession and traditional construction techniques
  • Minimal ornamentation (little to no embellishment)
  • A neutral or light color palette owing to prominence of light woods

SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The gentle, organic contours that are typical of Scandinavian design appear in the furnishings and decor created by Danish, Finnish and Swedish designers not as a stylistic gesture, but rather as a practical, ergonomic — and, as importantly, elegant — response to the human form.

Each nation produced exceptional talents in all areas of the applied arts, yet each had its forté. Sweden was home to Greta Magnusson Grossman and Bruno Mathsson — creators of the classic Grasshopper lighting series and Berlin daybed, respectively — but the country excelled most notably at ceramics. In the 1920s at the great Gustavsberg porcelain manufactory, Wilhelm Kåge introduced pieces in the Scandinavian style based on influences from folklore to Cubism; his skills were passed on to his versatile and inspired pupils Berndt Friberg and Stig Lindberg.

Likewise, Finland produced a truly ingenious Scandinavian modern furniture designer in the architect Alvar Aalto, a master at melding function and artistic form in works like the Paimio chair, created in collaboration with his first wife, Aino. Yet Finnish glassware was pre-eminent, crafted in expressive, sculptural designs by Tapio Wirkkala and Timo Sarpaneva.

The Danes excelled at chairs. Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen were exemplars of the country’s facility with wood, particularly teak

Wegner created such iconic pieces as the Round chair and the Wishbone chair; Jacobsen — while the revolutionary architect and furniture innovator produced the best-selling plywood Ant chair — designed two classic upholstered pieces of the 1950s: the Swan chair and Egg chair. The list of great Danes could go on and on, including Finn Juhl, a stylistic maverick and maker of the bold Chieftain chair; Poul Kjaerholm, with his lean metal-and-rattan aesthetic; and Verner Panton, who introduced a vibrant Pop note into international design.

Today, decades after their heyday, the prolific, ever-evolving Scandinavian modernists continue to amaze and delight, and interior designers all over the world use their pieces to bring warmth to any given space.

On 1stDibs, you will note both instantly recognizable vintage Scandinavian modern chairs, sofas, rugs and tables — those that have earned iconic status over time — and many new discoveries. 

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Style: Scandinavian Modern
Danish Midcentury Modern round coffee table c1960 by Illum Wikkelso
Located in London, GB
Danish T118 teak coffee table with glass top designed by Illum Wikkelso. The smoke/grey coloured glass gracefully floats on top . Dimensions: Height: 16 in (40 cm) Diameter: 36 in ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Hardwood

Roland Wilhelmsson Bench, An Early Model "Zink", Dated 1972, Swedish Modern
Located in Odense, DK
A striking example of Swedish mid-century modern design, this early model “Zink” bench, designed by Roland Wilhelmsson in 1972, showcases a sculptural aesthetic carved from solid pin...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Pine

Johannes Andersen nesting tables Produced by CFC Silkeborg in Denmark
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Johannes Andersen three nesting tabls in rosewood. Made by CFC Silkeborg
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Rosewood

Coffee table, Danish design, 1960s. Renovated.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Table, Danish design, 1960s A minimalist table with a small ceramic element on the top. It will work great in modern interiors. Very good condition, after professional renovation. T...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Ceramic, Rosewood

Midcentury Danish Modern Teak Side Table Cocktail Table by Grete Jalk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Scandinavian Classic designed by Grete Jalk and manufactured by Glostrup in Denmark, circa 1960s. The table features a solid teak construction with beautiful grain.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Teak

Hans Wegner Coffee Table Model 'AT-10' Teak and Cane, Made in Denmark, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
A midcentury design from Hans J. Wegner model AT-10 coffee table for Andreas Tuck in Denmark, 1950s. A piece of craftmanship features a solid teak top with a beautifully detailed ra...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Cane, Teak

Mid-Century Modern Floating Surfboard Coffee Table, 1990s
Located in Harlingen, TX
A vintage mid-century modern surfboard coffee table made in Sweden circa 1995. This classic MCM piece features an oak finish, an elongated oval surfboard-shape 'floating' top, a maga...
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Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood, Oak

Fredrik Schriever-Abeln "Condor" Coffee Table for Örebro Glas
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer: Fredrik Schriever-Abeln Manufacturer: Örebro Glas ____________________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Glass, Teak

Nordiska Kompaniet Extendable Coffee Table in Mahogany, Sweden 1940s
Located in Prague, New Town
NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), extendable coffee table, beech, mahogany, mirrored glass, Sweden, 1940s. This rare extendable coffee table made by NK (Nordiska Kompaniet) features two pull...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Glass, Beech, Mahogany

Modernist Stone Coffee Table by Erling Viksjø for Conglo, Norway, 1960s
By AS Conglo Design, Erling Viksjø
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful walnut table with stone top by Erling Viksjø. The stones and shards of different sizes and colors are molded in concrete, creating associations to stony beaches and sea beds.
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1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Stone, Concrete

Swedish Designer, Coffee or Side Table, Wood, Sweden, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A wooden coffee or side table designed and produced in Sweden, 1940s.
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood

Pr. Odd Knutsen Luna Coffee Tables Made in Norway for IMG circa 1950/60's
By Odd Knutsen, Luna
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Mid Century glass top, wood base coffee tables, designed by Odd Knutsen , Luna IMF, Made in Noway, circa 1960/70's. The tables feature wishbone shaped wood legs, with tinted...
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Mid-20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Glass, Wood

Expertly Restored - Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen Teak Coffee Table for Dux
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen teak coffee table by for Dux. ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furni...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Teak

Swedish Modern coffee table / side table, 1940s
By Carl-Erik Johansson
Located in Stockholm, SE
This exquisite Swedish coffee table from the 1940s is a true masterpiece of mid-century design, combining elegance with innovative craftsmanship. The table features a raw glass top, ...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Metal

20th-C. French Grange Gray Painted Swedish Modern Style Coffee Table W/ Leather
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a late 20th century French gray painted coffee table with Swedish styling by Grange. The piece is so unique! The top appears to be ch...
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Late 20th Century French Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Leather, Wood

Danish Midcentury Brutalist Round Coffee Table of Solid Oak by Cabinetmaker 1950
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish brutalist style round coffee table of solid oak with a heavy tabletop on four square legs. On each of the four legs is a hand-carved relief. Manufactured by a Danish cabinetma...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Oak

Poul Kjaerholm PK61 for E. Kold Christensen Coffee Table, 1969
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Iconic early version PK-61 coffee table, designed by Poul Kjærholm, 1969 for E. Kold Christensen, Denmark, 1956-1981 in brushed, chromium-plated steel with glass top, marked with EKC...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Steel

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Oak Scandanavian Slat Coffee Cocktail Table
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid Century Modern coffee table. Features a sculptural oak form with an open slatted base and tapered peg legs. Marked along underside 20529. 54".
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Oak

'Gear Table' by Norr11, Low, Earth
Located in Paris, IDF
Gear Tables by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl Gear is a collection of sculptural coffee tables, inspired by Ancient Greek columns. Gear is designed as a simplified block-like...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Concrete

Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen Teak Coffee Table for France & Son
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen Teak Coffee Table for France & Son ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood, Teak

Danish Teakwood Coffee or Side Table by Grete Jalk
Located in München, DE
Exceptionally beautiful Danish Teak Coffee Table or Side Table from the 1960s. The high -quality workmanship and the elegant design make the small furniture a real favorite. Loving d...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Teak

Mid Century Danish Teak and Smoked Glass Coffee Table by Komfort
Located in Doylestown, PA
Exceptional mid century Danish teak coffee table with smoked glass by Komfort, made in Denmark. This impressive table features three large smoked glass insert panels. The teak ha...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Smoked Glass, Teak

Mid Century Danish Modern Table by Komfort
Located in New York, NY
Unusually large grid coffee table made in Denmark by Komfort. This example has a solid teak frame, with three tinted glass panel inserts at the top. ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Glass, Teak

'Gear Table' by Norr11, Low, Chalk
Located in Paris, IDF
Gear Tables by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl Gear is a collection of sculptural coffee tables, inspired by Ancient Greek columns. Gear is designed ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Concrete

Johannes Andersen CFC Silkebørg Smile Coffee Table, 1950s Denmark
Located in Miami, FL
Johannes Andersen CFC Silkebørg Smile Coffee Table, 1950s Denmark Offered for sale is a teak "Smile" coffee table by Johannes Andersen and Johannes Andersen and C. F. Christensen ...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Teak

Teak Folding Coffee Table by Poul Volther for Frem Røjle
Located in Dorchester, MA
Paul Volther designed this round teak coffee table for the Danish company Frem Røjle in 1956. The hinged top folds over and a leg tucks away to create a d...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Brass

"Avenir" Burl Wood Cocktail Table by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
The "Avenir" is a beautifully simple cylindrical cocktail table that highlights the natural mappa burl wood to create a sculptural, functional...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Burl

Vintage Scandinavian Sculptural Teak Round Coffee Table
Located in San Jose, CA
Mid century modern round coffee table crafted in teak, circa 1970s. Features contrasting solid wood edges creating an overlap design. This piece is low profile and is supported by a ...
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1970s European Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Teak

Alvar Aalto Scandinavian Y805 Birch Plywood and Glass Rectangular Coffee Table
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a sleek coffee table designed by Finnish architect Alvar Aalto circa the 1950s. Known for combining functionality with aesthetic beauty, Aalto’s techniqu...
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1950s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Glass, Birch, Plywood

Folke Ohlsson Sculpted Coffee Table w/ Roman Travertine Top for Dux
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precision. With over 17 years of artisanal exper...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Stone, Brass

'Gear Square' Coffee Table by Norr11, Earth
Located in Paris, IDF
Gear Square Coffee Table by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl Gear Square was introduced to the Gear series to fulfill the need for a square coffee table for sofa arrangements, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Concrete

Severin Hansen Jr. Side Teak Table + Cane by Haslev Furniture Denmark, 1960s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Danish modern small side table table of teak with pointed legs, designed by Severin Hansen Jr. and manufactured by Haslev Furniture in Danmark ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Cane, Teak

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 Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Teak

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 Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Steel

Mid Century Rectangular Pine Coffee Table by Roland Wilhelmsson, Ågasta, 1969
Located in Odense, DK
Swedish modern rectangular coffee table in solid pine. Made by Roland Wilhelmsson as part of hes own production made for Ågesta. Stamped and signed 1969. Great craftmanship and such ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Pine

Vintage Midcentury Scandinavian Modern Rosewood Coffee Table by Severin Hansen
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This classic coffee table was designed during the 1960s by Severin Hansen for the Danish manufacturer Haslev Møbelsnedskeri. The geometric table is made of precious rosewood in a war...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Rosewood

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 Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Oak, Teak, Rattan

Illum Wikkelso Coffee Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Illum Wikkelso Coffee Table. Wood is Teak. Great Table Legs. Unmarked.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Teak

Illum Wikkelso Coffee Table
Illum Wikkelso Coffee Table
$1,400 Sale Price
50% Off
1960s Mcm Scandinavian Modern Style Teak Extending Coffee Table Top Att Remploy
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage MCM Scandinavian Modern style teak extending coffee table with sliding top, white Formica square center with gold leaves, and a lower slatted shelf. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. The coffee table has been taken apart, reglued, Danish oiled, and reassembled. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, 1960’s. Every now and then you need to EXPAND your horizons… or at least, your coffee table!! We are here to help!! This is a stunning vintage coffee table comprised of a solid teak frame with a teak veneered extending top attributed to Remploy. This fabulous expansion design consists of inner grooves and the two top halves have pins that stick in those grooves and slide up and apart to expand the tabletop AND reveal a gorgeous square Formica lined square surface adorned with little gold leaves! An ideal place to set a beverage or vase of flowers. The wood has a beautiful variation of the natural tones inherent to the aspect of the wood… it is phenomenal! It also has a very useful slatted shelf below the tabletop… perfect storage for books, magazines, or maybe a tray for your remotes! Whether closed or expanded, its quintessential Scandinavian Modern design is sure to bring a bold statement with a Danish flair to any room in your home. Remploy is an organization in the United Kingdom which provides employment placement services for disabled people. Historically, it also directly employed disabled people in a number of factories owned by Remploy itself and subsidized by the UK government however, these were phased out at the start of the 21st century. It opened its first factory in 1946 and over the following decades it established a network of 83 factories across the UK making a variety of products. Remploy underwent a major change to its operation at the start of the 21st century and branched out into providing general employment assistance for disabled people, and others with barriers to employment. After the closure of most Remploy factories, the provision of these assistance services became Remploy's principal purpose. In March 2015, it was confirmed that Remploy would become owned by US service provider Maximus. Transfer of ownership was completed in April 2015. Versatility, stunning appearance, and Scandinavian Modern MAGNIFICENCE!! This expanding teak coffee table...
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Mid-20th Century British Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Laminate, Teak

Swedish Modern Square Solid Pine Coffee Table by Sven Larsson, Brutalist, 1970s
Located in Odense, DK
Large bench / coffee table in solid pine, crafted by Swedish designer Sven Larsson in 1970s. Signed underneath. Great craftmanship, perfectly suited for any interior style. A Mode...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Pine

Danish Rosewood Frits Henningsen Coffee Table Circa 1960s
Located in Peabody, MA
A rosewood desk-form coffee table with flanking storage drawers along each side of its length, fitted with brass bail pulls, by Frits Henningsen, Denmark, circa 1960s.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Brass

Torbjorn Afdal for Bruksbo Norway Teak "Krobo" Long Coffee Table, Bench, 1960's
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Long Torbjorn Afdal solid Teak Table, Bench by Bruksbo Mellenstrands Norway. Featuring a longer lower lipped rectangular framework in smoothly grained Teak, with Steel supported legs...
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1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Steel

Midcentury Coffee Table by Alfred Kvarnholt, Sweden, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful coffee table by Alfred Kvarnholt, made from mahogany in a generous size. There are extension leaves on both short ends, perfect for a teapot or similar. Curved legs and sub...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Mahogany

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Tile Top Cocktail Table by Ox-Art
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Fabulous hand crafted tile top teak cocktail table with dovetailed joinery. In excellent vintage condition with minimal wear.
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Clay, Teak

1970s round coffee table by danish cabinet maker in solid patinated pine wood.
Located in København K, 84
Rare elegant and brutalistic danish Coffee table made of thick solid pine wood beautifully crafted by danish cabinet maker in the 1970s. Features a deep warm and golden patina. The discrete height of this coffee table allows a more open space atmosphere and at the same time drawing...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Pine

1960s Restored Severin Hansen Mahogany Coffee Table with Royal Copenhagen Tiles
Located in Knebel, DK
1960s Restored Severin Hansen Mahogany Coffee Table with Royal Copenhagen Tiles designed by Nils Thorsson The table has been fully restored and refinished by our experienced cabinet...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Ceramic, Rosewood

Coffee Table by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo, Norway, 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful, small, dark stained oak coffee table or side table by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo, Norway, 1960.
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1960s Norwegian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Oak

Danish Modern Rosewood Coffee Table by Johannes Andersen
Located in New York, NY
Made in the 1960s, this rosewood coffee table was designed by Johannes Andersen for CFC Silkeborg. It has a smooth silhouette, with beveled edges and long legs that taper downward to...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Rosewood

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 Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood, Walnut

Danish Rosewood Coffee Table
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
Rosewood mid-century coffee table, circa 1960's. Beautiful book matched veneer on the top surface with a solid wood curved edge along its length. Cross bars for additional stability ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Rosewood

Danish Modern Teak Coffee Table by Johannes Andersen
Located in New York, NY
This 1960s Danish Modern coffee table was designed by Johannes Andersen for Uldum Møbelfabrik. It consists of teak with a warm, reddish-brown tone and rich grain patterning. Sleekly ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Teak

Gabi Citron-Tengborg, Own Workshop, Lund, Ceramic and Teak Coffee Table, 1960s
Located in Bochum, NRW
Gabi Citron-Tengborg, Ceramic and Teak Coffee Table, Own workshop, Lund, Sweden, 1960s. A large coffee table made of teak wood and ceramic tiles by the renowned Swedish ceramist Gab...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Ceramic, Wood, Teak

Solid Wood Coffee Table
Located in Toronto, CA
Built with intention and balance, the iS-v2 brings together signature forms found across the Redline Design Collective. A flat planar leg grounds one side, while a sculptural column ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Hardwood

Occasional Table PK 61 by Poul Kjaerholm for E. Kold Christensen
Located in Dronten, NL
Early PK 61 coffee table designed by Paul Kjaerholm for E. Kold Christensen in good vintage condition with spectacular dark brown marble top, purchased in 1957. The matte chrome stee...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Marble, Steel

Scandinavian Modern Rosewood Coffee Table by Poul Cadovius, 1960s
Located in London, GB
Scandinavian Modern Rosewood Table by Poul Cadovius – Timeless Design Introducing a timeless piece of Scandinavian Modern design, this exquisite table is a creation of renowned desi...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Rosewood

1960s Severin Hansen Restored Rosewood Coffee Table with Royal Copenhagen Tiles
Located in Knebel, DK
Rosewood Coffee table designed by Severin Hansen for Haslev Møbelsnedkeri with Niels Thorsson tiles made by Royal Copenhagen, Denmark. The Coffee table with it's signature corner jo...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Ceramic, Rosewood

20th Century Danish Ox Art Tile & Teak Coffee Table by Trioh
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stylish Mid 20th century Danish Ox Art coffee table with rectangular teak frame and tiled top. produced by Danish company Trioh. Great quality Wonderful dove-tail joinery.. signed t...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Ceramic, Teak

Danish Teak Cocktail Table in the style of Fritz hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Fritz Hansen Style Cocktail Table with a Glass Top. This base does not fold but has the look and feel of the Danish Classic! Easy to move and use in many ways! Base is solid with ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Glass, Teak

Poul Kjærholm PK 61 Coffee Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Poul Kjærholm Coffee Table. Produced by Fritz Hansen. Has Impressed Mark on the Metal and Has Paper Label (Dated 2012)
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Stainless Steel

Poul Kjærholm PK 61 Coffee Table
Poul Kjærholm PK 61 Coffee Table
$1,500 Sale Price
60% Off
Scandinavian Modern Rosewood Coffee Nest Side Tables, Illegibly Signed
Located in Miami, FL
Scandinavian Modern rosewood coffee nest side tables, Illegibly Signed Offered for sale is a set of a Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern rosewood veneere...
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1970s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Rosewood

Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables for Sale 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. Browse a vast selection of antique, new and vintage coffee tables and cocktail tables today.

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