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
- Emerged in the 1930s
- Originated primarily in Denmark, Sweden and Finland
- Introduced in the United States in mid-20th century
- Informed by the Bauhaus and modernism; influenced American mid-century modernism
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
- Alvar Aalto
- Hans Wegner
- Kaare Klint
- Arne Jacobsen
- Greta Magnusson Grossman
- Finn Juhl
- Arne Vodder
- Verner Panton
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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Returnable Items Only
Coffee Cocktail or End Table by Ernst & Jensen for Erik Jorgensen
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
The Cocktail or End Table designed by Ernst & Jensen for Erik Jorgensen is a stunning piece that seamlessly blends form and function. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this table embodies the essence of Scandinavian design. Its clean lines and minimalist aesthetic create a sense of understated elegance that effortlessly complements any interior space.
The table features a sleek tabletop, expertly constructed with high-quality painted aluminum, exuding a sense of sophistication and refinement. The choice of material allows for versatility, enabling the table to seamlessly integrate into various design styles, from contemporary to classic.
The table's base is a work of art in itself, showcasing a harmonious balance between strength and delicacy. Also aluminum, the legs provide stability and durability, while their graceful curves or geometric angles add visual interest and sculptural appeal.
Whether used as a cocktail table for entertaining guests or as an end table for displaying treasured items, this piece offers both practicality and style. Its thoughtfully designed proportions ensure functionality without sacrificing aesthetic appeal, making it a versatile and timeless addition to any living room, lounge, or office space.
The Ernst & Jensen for Erik Jorgensen Cocktail or End Table is a testament to exceptional craftsmanship, where Danish design sensibilities meet functional elegance, resulting in a furniture piece that elevates the ambiance of any room it graces.
Constructed of all aluminum with black finish. Photographed with Herman Miller Eames chair, Macbook Pro...
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Aluminum
DOOQ Organic Modern Handmade Portuguese Taupe Tiles Nouvelle Vague Center Table
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Exceptional in its craftwork, Nouvelle Vague is a center table that rejects traditional conventions in favor of experimentation. Round ceramic handmade pieces, painted in a unique craquele glaze are placed around a lacquered center top, creating a sense of movement that evokes the motion of the waves.
Our Nouvelle Vague collection is crafted using portuguese hand made tiles...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Ceramic, Wood
Square Coffee Table in Oak with Slate Top, Haslev Furniture, Denmark, 1970s
Located in Odense, DK
Beautiful square coffee table made at Haslev Møbelfabrik, Denmark in the 1970s. The table is made from solid oak and features nice detail...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Slate
Scandinavian Teak Coffee Table
Located in Brescia, IT
Vintage coffee table with magazine shelf.
The clean and minimal lines follow the Nordic tradition of combining aesthetics and functionality.
This small-sized coffee table can be ...
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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Teak
Coffee Table in Solid Teak by Finn Juhl for France & Son, Denmark
By Finn Juhl
Located in Goteborg, SE
This coffee table in solid teak was designed by Finn Juhl for the Danish firm France & Son in 1959. A smaller version of this design is represented in Finn Juhls own house, now a mus...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Teak
Vintage Danish Modern Coffee Table in White Oak By Borge Mogensen
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Trestle base white oak coffee table with a nice warm patina. Designed by Borge Mogensen.
Professional, skilled furniture restoration is an integral part of what we do every day. Our...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Oak
Johannes Andersen Scandinavian Dark Wood Nesting Tables 1960s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern design dark wood nesting tables set
designed by Johannes Andersen, Denmark 1960s
Please note that the items are original of the period and this sh...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
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.
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furni...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Teak
1970s Vintage Danish Modern Teak Coffee Table by Vejle Stole Mobelfabrik!
Located in Germantown, MD
Or sale is a 1975 large and beautiful teak coffee table in the Danish Modern style by Vejle Stole Mobelfabrik. This lovely table measures 33-1/2”x47”, stands 18” tall, and is in pris...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Teak
Teak Coffee Table, Haslev Møbelfabrik, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Teak coffee table made in Denmark by Haslev Mobelfabrik in Denmark in the 1960s.
Very good condition, after renovation.
Measures: height: 50cm...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern Solid Teak Coffee Table by Moredo
By Moredo
Located in San Diego, CA
Gorgeous Danish modern solid teak coffee table by Moredo, circa 1960s. The table is in wonderful vintage condition with beautiful teak grain and measures 32"W x 32"D x 17"H. The tabl...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Teak
1950s Cane and Oak Side Table by Børge Mogensen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Iconic cane and oak side table by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia Stolefabrik, Denmark. Designed and manufactured in the 1950's it has the classic traits of Børge Mogensen with practic...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Cane, Oak
Scandinavian Coffee Table by Niels Bach for Randers Denmark, 1970's
Located in Lisboa, PT
This coffee table was designed by Niels Bach and produced by Randers Denmark in Denmark, during the 1970's. It is made from solid teak with a rectangular table top with rounded corne...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Teak
Piet Hein & Arne Jacobsen, Coffee Table
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Piet Hein & Arne Jacobsen coffee table with later plate of new veneered teak.
Four star base of aluminium and steel.
Made by Fritz Hansen.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Teak
Fiori Coffee Table 65 in Black by Poiat
By Poiat
Located in Helsinki, FI
Designed by Poiat Studio’s founders Timo Mikkonen and Antti Rouhunkoski in collaboration with the master cabinet maker and designer Antrei Hartikainen, the Fiori Collection is a set ...
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2010s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Oak
Swedish Modern Three-Tier Maple Coffee Table
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Swedish Modern style three-tier maple coffee table
USA, Circa 1990s
Measures: 60"W x 22.13"D x 20.25"H.
Good original vintage condition.
Category
Late 20th Century American Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Maple
Mid-Century Rosewood 283 Coffee Table by Johannes Andersen for CFC Silkeborg
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This gorgeous rosewood coffee table was designed by Johannes Andersen for C.F.C. Silkebørg and manufactured in Denmark during the 1960s. It is a model number 283. This series of tabl...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Rosewood
1960's Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table
Located in Brno, CZ
This round coffee table was designed and produced in 1960’s Czechoslovakia. It consists of four tampered legs, a circular tabletop with striking walnut veneer texture and another rou...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Beech, Walnut
Alvar Aalto Style Side Table in Oak, Denmark, 1980s
By Alvar Aalto
Located in Hellouw, NL
Charming Alvar Aalto style side table in oak from Denmark 1980s. This table is practical and has a minimal design. The top is interesting due to its shape that is a mix between an ov...
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1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Oak
Mid Century Modern Coffee Table with Turnable Top, 1960s
Located in MIJDRECHT, NL
Mid-Century Modern coffee table with reversible tabletop and underneath space for magazines, made in the 1960’s. One side of the leaf is made of melamine with wood print and the othe...
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1960s European Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Teak
John Keal Coffee Table Brown Saltman Mid Century Mahogany Tambour Storage Table
Located in East Hampton, NY
The Brown Saltman mid century coffee table was designed John Keal in the 1950's. This mahogany coffee table has a tambour sliding door and storage inside.
Shipping Free Only on Long...
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Mid-20th Century American Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Illum Wikkelso Danish Modern Teak End Table by Neils Eilersen
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Handsome and substantial large end table designed by Illum Wikkelso and manufactured in Denmark by Neils Eilersen. This very well made table has solid teak legs and a top with beauti...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Teak
Tray Coffee Table , White by Hay
Located in Dubai, AE
The metal tray table is a multi-functional piece of furniture that can easily be adapted to fit your needs.
When the tray top is in place, it can be used as a bedside table or coffe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Metal
Coffee Cocktail Table by Ernst & Jensen for Erik Jorgensen
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
The Insula Cocktail or End Table designed by Ernst & Jensen for Erik Jorgensen is a stunning piece that seamlessly blends form and function. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this table embodies the essence of Scandinavian design. Its clean lines and minimalist aesthetic create a sense of understated elegance that effortlessly complements any interior space.
The table features a sleek tabletop, expertly constructed with high-quality painted aluminum, exuding a sense of sophistication and refinement. The choice of material allows for versatility, enabling the table to seamlessly integrate into various design styles, from contemporary to classic.
The table's base is a work of art in itself, showcasing a harmonious balance between strength and delicacy. Also aluminum, the base provides stability and durability, while their graceful curves or geometric angles add visual interest and sculptural appeal.
Whether used as a cocktail table for entertaining guests or as an end table for displaying treasured items, this piece offers both practicality and style. Its thoughtfully designed proportions ensure functionality without sacrificing aesthetic appeal, making it a versatile and timeless addition to any living room, lounge, or office space.
The Ernst & Jensen for Erik Jorgensen Cocktail or End Table is a testament to exceptional craftsmanship, where Danish design sensibilities meet functional elegance, resulting in a furniture piece that elevates the ambiance of any room it graces.
Photographed with Herman Miller Eames chair, Macbook Pro...
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Aluminum
Vintage Danish Oak Japandi Style Coffeetable by Hans J. Wegner for Andreas Tuck
Located in Eindhoven, Noord Brabant
This Danish minimalistic coffeetable in light oak was designed by Hans J. Wegner in the 60s. Hans J. Wegner was one of the great Danes who had his furniture manufactured by Andres Tuck in Denmark for a long period. In fact Andreas Tuck's most notable designer was Hans J. Wegner ( 1914-2007). This vintage...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Oak
Folke Olsson Swedish Modern Rosewood Coffee Table, 1960's
Located in Uccle, BE
This elegant Danish modern midcentury surfboard coffee table model ‘Frisco’ was designed by Folke Ohlsson for Bra Bohag for Tingströms in the 1960s. Is flanked by raised lips...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Severin Hansen Jr. Side Teak Table + Cane by Haslev Furniture Denmark, 1960s
Located in Aarhus C, DK
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
Materials
Cane, Teak
Roland Wilhelmsson “Kvadrat” Coffee Table for Karl Andersson & Söner, Sweden
Located in Antwerp, BE
Roland Wilhelmsson; Kvadrat; coffee table; side table; Karl Andersson & Söner; Pine; Wood; Sweden; 1970s; Swedish Design; Scandinavian Modern;
“Kvadrat” coffee table designed by R...
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood, Pine
Adjustable-Height Round Teak Coffee Table
Located in Dorchester, MA
This Danish table has a round teak top on a four-star pedestal base. The height easily adjusts from 16.25 inches to 26.5, allowing it to be used as a small coffee table or as a side ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Metal
Jens Risom Lounge Table with "Floating" Top in Rosewood, 1960s, Denmark
By Jens Risom
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Jens Risom lounge table with floating top of rosewood. Frame of solid rosewood.
Made by Gutenberghus in the 1960s.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Pair Of Side Tables By Illum Wikkelsø – N°272, Rosewood, Ca 1950
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Exceptional and rare pair of tables model n°272 by the Danish architect and designer Illum Wikkelsø. This pair of small living room tables, cocktail table, side table, bedside table ...
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1950s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood
Roland Wilhelmsson, Coffee Table in Pine by Karl Andersson & Söner, Sweden, 1970
Located in Berlin, DE
A timeless Scandinavian Modern bench or coffee table in solid thick pine by Roland Wilhelmsson, executed in Sweden, 1970.
Characteristic visible wood joints and great craftsmanship....
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1970s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Pine
Vintage Mid-century Modern Scandinavian Extendable Teak Coffee Table with Drawer
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This extendable coffee table was made in Denmark during the 1960s. It is made of strong teak wood in a dark shade of brown. The functional table has a shelf and a pull-out drawer wit...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Teak
Rare Arne Jacobsen Rosewood Coffee Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare Arne Jacobsen rosewood coffee table produced by Fritz Hansen.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Vintage Danish Solid Teak Coffee Table from France & Søn / France & Daverkosen
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This both stunning and simple adjustable coffee table was designed in 1956 by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen for France & Daverkosen. It is a perfect example of Danish Modern de...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Brass
Enamel Coffee Table by Stig Lindberg, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Coffee table by Stig Lindberg, designed for NK. Striking enamel table top with an undulating, underwater motif in red tones, set in an elegant oak frame.
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1950s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Enamel
Set of Coffee Table and 3 Stools by Sven Ellekaer for Christian Linneberg
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
A very original set consisting one glass top coffee table and three matching stools by Sven Ellekaer for Christian Linneberg.
Hopefully you can see on one of the photos there are a ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Glass, Teak
Large 1970s Danish Art Tile Coffee Table in Rosewood by Tue Poulsen & Eric Wörtz
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
A large, 1970s rectangular coffee table by ceramicist Tue Poulson and designer Eric Wörtz.
The stylised tile surface is signed by Tue Poulson. The legs and frame are fashioned from solid Rio rosewood, with beautiful grain.
The rosewood is in excellent, refinished condition. The ceramic tiles are also in excellent vintage condition.
The Poul Jessen...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Ceramic, Hardwood
Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen Coffee Table Produced by France & Daverkosen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Coffee table model FD-516 designed by Peter Hvidt & Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen. Produced by France & Daverkosen in Denmark.
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Brass
Chromed Steel & Slate Falcon Coffee Table by Sigurd Ressell
Located in San Francisco, CA
A chrome and slate Falcon series coffee table designed by Sigurd Ressell. Designed c.1961 for Vatne Mobler.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Slate, Chrome
Coffee Table in Teak Wood by Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen for Søborg, 1950's
Located in Barcelona, ES
Rectangular coffee table designed in 1950's by Kai Lyngfeldt Larsen for Søborg Møbler, Denmark. Very rare model in massive teak wood with nice details in the joints.
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Teak
Vintage Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Drop Leaf Coffee Table
Located in San Marcos, CA
Here is a beautiful 1960's scandinavian modern coffee table in teak wood recently imported from Denmark to California before its refinishing.
This exquisite cocktail table features ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Teak
Danish Modern Rosewood Illum Wikkelsø Coffee Table
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Large scale Brazilian rosewood coffee table designed by Illum Wikkelsø.
Professional, skilled furniture restoration is an integral part of what we do every day. Our goal
is to provide beautiful, functional furniture that honors its illustrious past. Our restoration
workshop is continuously refining ways to clean and restore while still preserving the patina that quality vintage furniture...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Scandinavian Coffee Table 'Le Roi' by Norr11, Dark Smoked Oak
Located in Paris, FR
'Le Roi' Coffee Table by Norr11
Dimensions :
Diameter: 60 cm
Height: 42 cm
Model shown on the picture:
Color: Dark Smoked Oak
Natural French Rattan
The Le Roi Coffee Table is cons...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Rattan, Oak
Low Profile Bench / Coffee Table in Rosewood by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo
Located in San Diego, CA
A absolutley gorgeous low profile bench / coffee table in rosewood by Torbjørn Afdal for Bruksbo, circa 1960s. The piece is in very good vintage cond...
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Late 20th Century Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Coffee Table by Illum Wikkelsø
Located in Copenhagen, DK
ML 188 - coffee table with oak top and steel frame. Illum Wikkelsø / Mikael Laursen.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Steel
Vintage teak coffee table
Located in Brescia, IT
Teak coffee table of Scandinavian origin.
An essential piece of furniture with timeless beauty, suitable for different environments and styles.
Good condition. A restoration has been...
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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Teak
AJ Iversen Teak Coffee Table by Ole Wanscher 'Scandinavian Modern'
Located in CULEMBORG, GE
Ole Wanscher studied at the Danish School of Art and Design, and was drew great inspiration from his professor, Kaare Klint. Wanscher created his best-known designs primarily between...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Teak
Scandinavian birch coffee tables signed Carl Malmsten
Located in Brescia, IT
Pair of birch wood bedside tables designed in the 1960s by Carl Malmsten, as noted by the stamp of authenticity.
The soft lines of the top and legs make these elegant nightstands tim...
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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Birch
Marble Coffee Table by Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant coffee table by Josef Frank, with a mahogany base and black marble coffee top. Elegant, light base contrasts with the heavy top. Rounded corners.
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1950s Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Marble
Coffee Table Made In Rosewood With Blue Tiles by Johannes Andersen From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
This captivating coffee table, crafted from luxurious rosewood and adorned with striking blue tiles, epitomizes the iconic design aesthetic of the 1960s. Designed by the renowned Jo...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Ceramic, Rosewood
Fiori Table 65 in Oak by Poiat
By Poiat
Located in Helsinki, FI
Designed by Poiat Studio’s founders Timo Mikkonen and Antti Rouhunkoski in collaboration with the master cabinet maker and designer Antrei Hartikainen, the Fiori Collection is a set of tables and a floor sculpture. The designers’ shared idea was to create furniture that epitomises their appreciation of natural materials and the utility of beauty without the necessity of functional purpose.
The Fiori tables...
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2010s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Oak
Vintage Modern Danish Teak Wood Coffee Table by Børge Mogensen for Fredericia
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This extendable coffee table was designed by Børge Mogensen for the Danish manufacture Fredericia Stolefabrik during the 1960s. Cataloge number 5362. Table made of teak with a warm, ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Teak
Rare Large Midcentury Extending Teak Coffee Table with Floating Shelf
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage modern Danish teak table with single draw leaf extension.
Measures: Extended length: 80" wide.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Brass
1980s Scandinavian Square Coffee Table
Located in Brescia, IT
Sofa table with an original square shape from the 1980s...
A Scandinavian style coffee table from the 1980s studied in the small details.
This retro table is perfect to be plac...
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1980s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Oak
Mid-Century Scandinavian Low Table in Solid Patinated Pine, 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
Low table in solid pine, made in Denmark in the 1950s. Great original condition.
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Pine
Vejle Stole Og Mobelfabrik Rosewood Coffee Table, 1960's
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Danish Modern Vejle Stole Og Mobelfabrik rosewood coffee cocktail table. Featuring a rectangular beautiful, darkly grained reinforc...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist Scandinavian Modern "Äpplet" Teak Tables
Located in Kramfors, SE
Pair of Scandinavian modern teak tables from Sweden. The tables are known as "Äpplet" and are designed by Kerstin Hörlin-Holmquist. "Äpplet" or "the Apple" is a part of "Paradiset" a...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Teak
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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