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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Style: Scandinavian Modern
'Gear Table' by Norr11, Low, Earth
By Norr11
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
Materials
Concrete
Poul Cadovius Rosewood Coffee Table Designed For France & Son Circular 1960s
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Poul Cadovius Beautiful Rosewood Coffee Table Designed For France & Son Circular Top Inlaid With Brushed Chrome Floral Decoration Made In Denmark 1960's
Poul Cadovius (1911 - 2011) was one of the most colourful and successful persons in the history of Danish furniture industry. He was originally educated as an upholsterer but became very interested in design at an early stage, and in 1945 he established his own furniture manufacturing company Royal System. A few years later, in 1948, he designed the iconic shelving system ROYAL...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Steel
Grete Jalk Coffee Table, Teak
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Grete Jalk coffee table in partly solid teak.
Made by Glostrup Møbelfabrik.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Teak
1930s-50s Frits Henningsen Solid Oak Coffee Table with Cabriole Legs
Located in London, GB
This 1940s oak coffee table made by Frits Henningsen in the 1930s-50s is a another example Frits Henningsen's commitment to quality and craftsmanship. Whereas most designers and cabi...
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1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Oak
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
Materials
Stone, Concrete
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
Materials
Hardwood
Danish Modern Oval Coffee Table in Solid Pine, Rainer Daumiller, 1970s
Located in Odense, DK
Danish modern oval shaped sofa table in solid pine. Crafted by a Danish cabinetmaker in the 1970s. Made in the style of Rainer Daumiller. A great patina and the original vintage cond...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Pine
1940s Frits Henningsen Solid Oak Coffee Table with Cabriole Legs
Located in London, GB
This 1940s oak coffee table made by Frits Henningsen in the 1930s-50s is a another example Frits Henningsen's commitment to quality and craftsmanship. Whereas most designers and cabi...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Oak
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
Materials
Teak
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
Materials
Rosewood
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
Materials
Cane, 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
Materials
Metal
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
Materials
Glass, Beech, Mahogany
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
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
Materials
Glass, Wood
'Gear Square' Coffee Table by Norr11, Earth
By Norr11
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
Materials
Concrete
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
Materials
Pine
'Gear Table' by Norr11, Low, Chalk
By Norr11
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 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Concrete
Danish Teakwood Nesting Tables by Ox Art for Trioh
Located in München, DE
Extremely beautiful Danish teak tables with ceramic inlays from the 1960s.
Wonderful and high quality design.
An enrichment for every home.
The hand-painted and very decorative ti...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Ceramic, 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
Materials
Teak
Poul Kjærholm, Coffee Table, Steel, Glass, Denmark, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A steel and glass coffee table designed by Poul Kjærholm and produced by E. Kold Christensen, Denmark, 1960s.
Dimensions: 12.75” H x 32.75” Diameter
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Steel
'Gear Table' by Norr11, Low, Earth
By Norr11
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...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Concrete
'Gear Square' Coffee Table by Norr11, Earth
By Norr11
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, ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Concrete
Svend A. Madsen Danish Modern Two Tier Teak Long Coffee Table
Located in Germantown, MD
A rare 71" long Danish Moern two Tier solid Teak coffee table by Svend A. Madsen.
Measures 71.25" in width, 21" in depth and 16" in height.
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Mid-20th Century American Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Teak
Round Coffee Table, Wood & Ceramic Tiles, Ox Art by Trioh, Denmark, 1978
Located in Odense, DK
A quality large round coffee table / sofa table in solid wood with handmade ceramic tiles. Designed by Ox Art for Trioh in 1978, Denmark. Signed here by.
This lovely table will comp...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Ceramic, Teak
Alvar Aalto Scandinavian Y805 Birch Plywood and Glass Rectangular Coffee Table
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
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
Materials
Glass, Birch, Plywood
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
Materials
Wood, Oak
Scandinavian Modern Square Rosewood Coffee or Cocktail Table by Poul Cadovius
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
Materials
Rosewood
Mid Century Danish Teak and Smoked Glass Coffee Table by Komfort
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
Materials
Smoked Glass, 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...
Category
Late 20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood, Oak
Danish Round Coffee Table in Mahogany, 1960s
Located in Hellouw, NL
Charming Danish Round Coffee Table in Mahogany, the 1960s. This table has a gold-colored lining across the table and the tabletop. It has a mi...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood, Mahogany
Danish Modern Round Teak Coffee Table Circa 1960s
Located in Wheat Ridge, CO
A gorgeous Danish Modern round teak dining table circa 1960s with "TARM STOLE - OG MØBELFABRIK A/S. Made in Denmark" sticker underneath. Perfect for lovers of the Scandinavian, Mid-C...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Teak
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
Materials
Teak
'Gear Table' by Norr11, Low, Chalk
By Norr11
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 ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Concrete
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
Materials
Steel
"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
Materials
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
Materials
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
Materials
Steel
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
Materials
Brass
Hans J. Wegner Coffee Table "At-10" in Teak, Oak and Cane, Andreas Tuck, 1950s
Located in Odense, DK
Iconic and rare Hans J. Wegner coffee table in solid teakwood, oak and rattan cane made by cabinetmaker Andreas Tuck, Odense, Denmark. This model "AT-10" is one of Wegner's most soug...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Cane, Oak, Teak
Model "MX800B" Ash and Birch Coffee Table by Alvar Aalto, Artek, Finland
By Artek, Alvar Aalto
Located in Karis, Nyland
Designed by one of the great masters of Finnish Modernism, the "Fan Leg" table by Alvar Aalto embodies the distinctive six-section fan leg.
Manufactured in 1960s. Ash top and birch ...
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1960s Finnish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Ash, Birch
1960s Mcm Scandinavian Modern Style Teak Extending Coffee Table Top Att Remploy
By 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
Materials
Laminate, Teak
Johannes Andersen Demilune Coffee Table in Rosewood, CFC Silkeborg, 1960s
Located in The Hague, NL
This striking coffee table was designed by Johannes Andersen and manufactured by CFC Silkeborg in Denmark in the early 1960s. The organic, demilune shaped top and the three slim, tap...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Round Coffee Table in Teak & Ceramic Tiles, Ox Art by Trioh, 1970s in Denmark
Located in Odense, DK
A quality large round coffee table / sofa table in solid teak with handmade ceramic tiles. Designed by Ox Art for Trioh in the 1970s, Denmark. Signed here by...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Ceramic, Teak
Swedish Modern Square Solid Pine Coffee Table by Sven Larsson, Brutalist, 1970s
By Sven Larsson
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
Materials
Pine
Scandinavian Circular Rosewood Coffee Table by Johannes Andersen
Located in Vienna, AT
This beautiful circular Scandinavian Modern Rosewood Coffee Table was designed by Johannes Andersen in the 1960s and produced by CFC Silkeborg, Denmark, in the 1960s.
It features a P...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Coffee Table in Rosewood and Glass by Henning Nørgaard, 1960's
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Coffee Table in Rosewood and Glass by Henning Nørgaard, 1960's
Additional Information:
Material: Rosewood and glass
Produced by Komfort in Denmark
Dimensions (W x D x H): 110 x 110 ...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Rosewood, Glass
Scandinavian Modern Vintage Teak Glass Coffee Table by Sven Ellekaer, 1960s
Located in Vienna, AT
A Scandinavian Modern vintage coffee table designed by Sven Ellekaer 1960s, which was made of solid teak and veneered teak. The sculptural teak base is topped with an original clear ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Glass, Teak
Rare Nanna Ditzel Coffee Table in Maple Wood for Brdr. Kruger, Denmark, 1980s
Located in Hellouw, NL
An unparalleled coffee table by the legendary Danish designer Nanna Ditzel for BRDR. Kruger from the 1980s. This design was mainly due to Grete Jalk's role in reviving the joinery ex...
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1980s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Maple
1950s Cane and Oak Side Table by Børge Mogensen
Located in New York, 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
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
Materials
Rosewood
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
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Danish Teak & Rosewood Cocktail Table by Mogens Koch
By Mogens Koch
Located in Port Jervis, NY
Amazing high style Scandinavian Modern Sculptural cocktail table by Mogens Koch in teak and rosewood. Splayed legs with flared ends and sculpted sides set this beautiful table apar...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Brass
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
Materials
Teak, Rattan, Oak
Nordiska Kompaniet Extendable Coffee Table in Mahogany, 1940s
Located in Prague, New Town
Extendable coffee table produced by NK Nordiska Kompaniet in the 1940s. Beech, mahogany. Manufacturer’s brass plaque to the underside 'NK 46586 C1212 46' and impressed '22'. The tabl...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Beech, Mahogany
Poul Cadovius Rosewood Coffee Table Designed For France & Son Circular 1960s
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Poul Cadovius Beautiful Rosewood Coffee Table Designed For France & Son Circular Top Inlaid With Brushed Chrome Floral Decoration Made In Denmark 1960's
Poul Cadovius (1911 - 2011) was one of the most colourful and successful persons in the history of Danish furniture industry. He was originally educated as an upholsterer but became very interested in design at an early stage, and in 1945 he established his own furniture manufacturing company Royal System. A few years later, in 1948, he designed the iconic shelving system ROYAL...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Steel
Mid Century Danish Modern Table by Komfort
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
Materials
Glass, Teak
PK61 Slate Coffee Table by Poul Kjaerholm for E. Kold Christensen, Denmark, 1956
Located in Rosendahl, DE
An iconic PK61 coffee table by Poul Kjærholm for E. Kold Christensen. A minimalist yet refined design classic. The original graphite-colored slate top is a perfect match for the matt...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Slate, Steel
iS-v2
Located in Toronto, CA
This custom coffee table, available in oak, mahogany, maple, or walnut, is a stunning blend of craftsmanship and contemporary design. Featuring gently rounded edges and robust oval l...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Hardwood
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
Materials
Ceramic, Rosewood
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
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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
Materials
Wood, Teak
Mid Century Danish Teak Coffee Table on v Shape Supports and Lipped Top Edge
Located in Norwich, GB
A mid century Danish teak coffee table attributed to Andreas Hansen. Circa 1960.
This stylish design table stands on V-shape supports and has a lipped top edge.
It is in very g...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Teak
H. W. Klein Coffee Table
By H.W. Klein
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Johannes Andersen coffee table in rosewood.
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Rosewood
'Gear Square' Coffee Table by Norr11, Chai
By Norr11
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
Materials
Concrete
Mid-Century Modern Round Walnut Spider Leg and Bronze Moroccan Tray Coffee Table
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Mid-Century Modern walnut spider leg round coffee table with a Moroccan bronze scalloped design tray.
The base folds up for easy storage and th...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Brass, Bronze
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
Danish Minimalist Coffee Table in Solid Oregon Pine. Design Friis & Moltke 1970s
Located in Ystad, SE
Elegant Danish 1970s minimalist coffee table in solid Oregon pine.
Designed by the Iconic Danish architect duo Knud Friis & Elmar Moltke Nielsen, known for their Nordic, soft and or...
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1970s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Pine
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
Materials
Clay, Teak
1960s Helge Vestergaard Jensen Coffee Table with Drawer and Black Formica Top
Located in London, GB
1960s Helge Vestergaard Jensen Solid Wood Coffee Table, side with drawer and table top with black formica. Manufactured by cabinetmaker Jason Mogler. H. 54. W. 44. L. 70 cm. Repair t...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Hardwood, Formica
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
Materials
Pine
Rud Thygesen for Heltborg Møbler Rosewood and Aluminum Coffee Table, Late 1960s
Located in San Francisco, CA
A late-1960s Danish modern model 45 rosewood coffee table with aluminum accents by Rud Thygesen for Heltborg Møbler, and distributed by Domus Danica.
Expansive five-foot-plus-long t...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Aluminum
Børge Mogensen Oak Coffee Table Model 5261
Located in Kastrup, DK
Børge Mogensen 1914-1972.
Coffee table in solid oak. Features rectangular table top and triangular legs.
Designed by Børge Mogensen in 1956 and produced by Frederica, Denmark, in...
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Oak
DOOQ New Organic Modern Handmade Portuguese Nusa Center Table
By DOOQ
Located in Lisbon, PT
Nusa is our latest table collection, where Southeast Asian inspiration meets modern craftsmanship. Each table intricately weaves an ancient marqueterie technique, seamlessly blending...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood, Oak, Walnut
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.