What are low tables called?

Low tables are usually called coffee tables. The name comes from the table height being designed to make it easy to place something, such as a cup of coffee, on the tabletop while seated on a sofa. Alternatively, people may refer to these low tables as cocktail tables. Explore a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

Can a coffee table be too low?

Yes, a coffee table can be too low. Most experts recommend choosing a coffee table that is around one to two inches lower than the seat height of your sofa or loveseat. You may find it difficult to access items on the tabletop while seated if you choose a shorter table. In addition, an overly low coffee table can make a room feel cramped or unbalanced. However, there are exceptions to this rule. Sometimes, designers intentionally place ultra-low coffee tables in spaces to create a bold contrast in a large room. Feel free to break from convention when choosing a coffee table. What's most important is that the finished result appeals to you and allows you to enjoy your seating area to the fullest. Shop a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary coffee tables on 1stDibs.

Why are console tables so low?

Console tables are not low. Typically, consoles are about the height of a desk but are much narrower. As a result, they work well against walls and can be used to hold lamps and decorative objects. While modern console tables commonly feature four legs, you can still find the two-legged variety, which is ideal for nestling behind the sofa. Some also feature shelves for display and storage space or cabinet doors and drawers for hiding clutter. Find vintage console tables on 1stDibs.

What is a long table called?

A long table is called a console table. With its length and usage, the definition changes. For example, long tables used for a dining area are called Refectory tables. It is used in schools or large dining halls. On 1stDibs, you can find various types of table options to choose from.

Why are Japanese dining tables low?

The chabudai, or the short Japanese dining table makes the most of limited space by serving many functions in a Japanese home. They often feature collapsible legs so they can be stored. Diners sit on pillows on the floor, rather than chairs, again freeing up more space by not having bulky chairs. Shop a collection of Japanese furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Why are modern coffee tables so low?

Modern coffee tables tend to be low because they’re most commonly placed in front of couches and chairs. Historically, coffee tables were placed behind the couch which necessitated a taller table. Over time, as styles changed and coffee tables came to be positioned in front of couches, their heights were lowered to accommodate the modern arrangement. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage and contemporary coffee tables from some of the world’s top sellers.

How long is a German beer table?

The length of a German beer table varies. However, these long wood and metal dining tables usually seat at least four adults and are generally at least 48 to 50 inches long to accommodate them. On 1stDibs, shop a range of tables from some of the world's top sellers.

How long is a 10-person table?

How long a 10-person table is depends on its shape. Generally, rectangle and oval dining tables for 10 people are around 108 to 120 inches in length. Round 10-seater tables are usually around 72 inches in diameter, while square tables designed to seat 10 are about 62 inches long. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of dining tables.

What is a long narrow table called?

A long narrow table is called a console table or hall table. It is a taller, narrow piece of furniture placed against a wall preferred for small rooms or hallways. On 1stDibs, you can find an antique or vintage console table of your choosing from different periods and in varying materials.

What is a long skinny table called?

Long skinny tables are generally called console tables. Sometimes they are also referred to as sofa tables and hall tables. They are long, thin, and narrow, and fit nicely behind a sofa or in an entryway. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage long and skinny tables or console tables.

How long should a bench be for a dining table?

How long a bench for a dining table should be depends on the length of the table. Generally, a dining bench should be equal in length, or 1 or 2 inches shorter, than the length of the side of the dining table where you intend to place it. For example, if your rectangular dining table is 60 inches long, benches that are 58 to 60 inches long would work well. Shop a wide range of dining room furniture on 1stDibs.

Is 12 inches too low for a coffee table?

No, 12 inches isn’t necessarily too low for a coffee table. For balance, choose a coffee table that is about two to four inches lower than the seat of the largest piece of furniture around it. Usually, this will be the sofa. If your sofa’s seat is 14 to 16 inches high, a 12-inch coffee table will likely be in proportion. Find an assortment of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

How long is a 6-seater dining table?

How long a 6-seater dining table is varies. Most rectangular and oval 6-seaters are 60 to 74 inches in length. Square tables that seat six are usually around 60 to 72 inches long, while one with a round top will typically measure between 54 and 60 inches in diameter. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of dining tables.

How long is a dining table that seats 8?

Dining tables that seat 8 can range in size but are typically between 72 inches and 96 inches long. Often you can squeeze 10 people with the longer measurements.

How long is a 14-seater dining table?

The length of a 14-seat dining table varies. Generally, tables that can accommodate 14 people are around 120 inches long. This length allows six people to comfortably sit on each side and two people to occupy the ends. Shop a variety of antique and vintage dining tables on 1stDibs.

What coffee table height works best with a low mid-century modern sofa?

Look for a table 15 to 18 inches tall to match the lower seat height common to mid-century sofas; a taller table can feel out of proportion next to a low-slung frame.

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Sea Surface Long Low Table by Studio Christinekalia

$2,086 / item

Sea Surface Long Low Table by Studio Christinekalia

Located in Geneve, CH

Sea surface long low table by Studio Christinekalia Dimensions: W 45 x D 160 x H 30 cm.

Category

2010s Cypriot Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

French Art Deco Low Table/Pair Of Side Tables

$6,600 / set

French Art Deco Low Table/Pair Of Side Tables

By Michel Dufet

Located in Westport, CT

Pair of Art Deco side tables in rosewood and Carpathian elm, put them together to create one long low table or split them up for use as side tables, note excellent quality of wood an...

Category

20th Century French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Rosewood, Maple

12 Feet long Cane Low Console Table

$2,980

12 Feet long Cane Low Console Table

Located in Miami, FL

12 Feet long Cane Low Console Table. 4 glass top on each cane section.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Cane, Glass, Wood

Carved Teak Coffee Table with Painted Floral Apron and Chow Legs

$4,375

Carved Teak Coffee Table with Painted Floral Apron and Chow Legs

Located in Yonkers, NY

A carved teak wood coffee table with floral apron and painted accents. Charming with its robust presence and intricately carved base, this long low table draws the eye with a beautif...

Category

Late 20th Century Thai Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Teak

Long Low Mid-Century Tiled Coffee Table or Sofa Side Table, circa 1960s

$2,660

Long Low Mid-Century Tiled Coffee Table or Sofa Side Table, circa 1960s

Located in Antwerp, BE

A long, low coffee table or side table dating from circa 1960–1970, crafted in solid wood with an inset ceramic tiled top.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

Post modern low long oval taupe lacquer coffee table

$2,600Sale Price|20% Off

Post modern low long oval taupe lacquer coffee table

By Karl Springer

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Post modern low long oval taupe lacquer coffee table. Beautiful table with off center oval chrome weighted base.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Chrome

Long and low Mid-Century Modern coffee table, low console or bench by Paul Frank

$8,000

Long and low Mid-Century Modern coffee table, low console or bench by Paul Frank

By Paul Frankl

Located in Miami, FL

Long and low Mid-Century Modern coffee table, low console or accent bench by Paul Frankl, constructed of mahogany and thick natural cork.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Cork

Table Low Walnut Small Spanish Baroque Ball Bobbin 24.5" long, 20" high

$6,832

Table Low Walnut Small Spanish Baroque Ball Bobbin 24.5" long, 20" high

Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK

- Rare small size, perfect height for sofa's and modern armchairs - The thick single plank walnut top and bold turnings are characteristic of Spanish furniture - This table exudes ve...

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Antique 1680s Spanish Baroque Sofa Tables

Materials

Walnut

Table Low Side Walnut Spanish Carved Flowerhead Seville Folk 19.5" high 79" long

$8,198

Table Low Side Walnut Spanish Carved Flowerhead Seville Folk 19.5" high 79" long

Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK

- Rare small size, perfect height for sofa's and modern armchairs - The thick single plank walnut top and crisp, stylised carving are characteristic of Spanish furniture - This table...

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Antique 1660s Spanish Baroque Sofa Tables

Materials

Walnut

Table Sofa Coffee Low Exotic Japanese Ash Bronzed Ends Vintage 127cm 4ft 2”long

$8,198

Table Sofa Coffee Low Exotic Japanese Ash Bronzed Ends Vintage 127cm 4ft 2”long

Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK

- Striking vintage low sofa/coffee table - Stunning Japanese exotic ash veneer intricate grain resembling marble - Classic bronzed end supports - Statement & conversation piece.

Category

Vintage 1980s Japanese Organic Modern Sofa Tables

Materials

Bronze

Large Long Low Modernist Steel & Walnut Coffee Table, France 1970's

$12,000

Large Long Low Modernist Steel & Walnut Coffee Table, France 1970's

Located in New York, NY

Large coffee table with solid walnut top with nailhead details on a solid black enameled steel base with brass stands.

Category

Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass, Wrought Iron

Long Low Teak Bench "Krobo" by Torbjörn Afdal for Bruksbo, 1960s

$4,586

Long Low Teak Bench "Krobo" by Torbjörn Afdal for Bruksbo, 1960s

By Torbjørn Afdal

Located in Stockholm, SE

A Scandinavian Modern bench in a simple plank form in teak with two raised edges then resting on legs that join at the floor creating U-shaped pedestal bases. By Torbjörn Afdal for M...

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Lowboys

Materials

Teak

Japanese Antique Low Table 1860s-1920s / Sofa Table Wabi Sabi

$1,200

Japanese Antique Low Table 1860s-1920s / Sofa Table Wabi Sabi

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

This is an old Japanese low table. Its long, horizontal proportions create a calm and balanced presence, bringing a quiet sense of stability to a space.

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sofa Tables

Materials

Wood

Tables 4cm 1 1/2' Slab Single Piece Low Trestle Ends 61cm 24" Long 30cm 12" High

$5,465 / set

Tables 4cm 1 1/2' Slab Single Piece Low Trestle Ends 61cm 24" Long 30cm 12" High

Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK

A pair of single piece, 'slab', elm coffee or low tables. The one piece 'slab' tops with beautiful figuring, knots, fissures and bows.

Category

20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Elm

Vintage Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Long Walnut Coffee Table

$3,800

Vintage Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Long Walnut Coffee Table

By Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin

Located in Roanoke, VA

Handsome and classic mid-century modern long and low-profile coffee table designed by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Center Tables

Materials

Walnut

‘Long Table’ Swedish Modern Organic-Leg Coffee Table by Bruno Mathsson, 1950s

$3,375

‘Long Table’ Swedish Modern Organic-Leg Coffee Table by Bruno Mathsson, 1950s

Located in Kensington, MD

‘Long Table’ Swedish Modern Organic-Leg Coffee Table by Bruno Mathsson, 1950’s A long and low coffee table that is less like a table and more like a sculpture.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

18th/19th Century Qing Dynasty Chinese Root-Wood Low Table

$8,500

18th/19th Century Qing Dynasty Chinese Root-Wood Low Table

Located in Forney, TX

The impressive black lacquered low table having long, inset rectangular top, sculptural natural root formation creates striking openwork display.

Category

Antique 18th Century Chinese Qing Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Qing Dynasty Low Kang Coffee Table with Custom Aqua Teal Lacquer

$4,375

Qing Dynasty Low Kang Coffee Table with Custom Aqua Teal Lacquer

Located in Yonkers, NY

Those low tables were long and rectangular with short legs and placed on a kang which was a raised three-walled platform.

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Qing Dynasty Low Kang Coffee Table with Carved Apron and Dark Lacquer

$6,675

Qing Dynasty Low Kang Coffee Table with Carved Apron and Dark Lacquer

Located in Yonkers, NY

Those low tables were long and rectangular with short legs and placed on a kang which was a raised three-walled platform.

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Late Qing Dynasty Low Kang Waterfall Table with Drawers and Brass Plates

$3,200

Late Qing Dynasty Low Kang Waterfall Table with Drawers and Brass Plates

Located in Yonkers, NY

Those low tables were long and rectangular with short legs and placed on a kang which was a raised three-walled platform.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Long Antique Paint Decorated Cocktail Table New Mexico from J.Seitz

$2,150

Long Antique Paint Decorated Cocktail Table New Mexico from J.Seitz

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Once used as a Dining Table and now re-purposed as a vey long Low Cocktail Table.

Category

Antique 19th Century American Country Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Square Aluminum Profile Metal Frame Glass Top Coffee Side Table Long Rectangle

$1,200

Square Aluminum Profile Metal Frame Glass Top Coffee Side Table Long Rectangle

By Milo Baughman, Brueton, Mastercraft

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Square Bauhaus Aluminum Profile Metal Frame 3/4" Glass Top Coffee Side Table Long Rectangle. Low console or sofa table.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Gio Ponti Style Low Coffee Table Tapered Legs Walnut Mid-Century Modern Italy 70

$3,900

Gio Ponti Style Low Coffee Table Tapered Legs Walnut Mid-Century Modern Italy 70

By Gio Ponti

Located in Miami, FL

Italian long rectangle low Coffee Table in Walnut Wood with tapered Legs attributed to Gio Ponti.

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Danish Long, Low Bench / Coffee Table in Oregon Pine 1960s Japanese Aesthetic

$5,260

Danish Long, Low Bench / Coffee Table in Oregon Pine 1960s Japanese Aesthetic

Located in Uxbridge, GB

A particularly striking long, low bench or coffee table, produced in Denmark during the 1960s and constructed entirely from solid Oregon pine.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Pine

Vintage Butter Yellow Painted Trestle Sofa Table with Scalloped Top

$2,450

Vintage Butter Yellow Painted Trestle Sofa Table with Scalloped Top

Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA

A striking long, low vintage sofa table in a softly timeworn butter-yellow painted finish.

Category

Late 20th Century American Country Sofa Tables

Materials

Wood

French Provincial Farmhouse Dining Table, Chestnut, Tapered Legs, 1900s

$8,886

French Provincial Farmhouse Dining Table, Chestnut, Tapered Legs, 1900s

Located in Kaštel Sućurac, HR

The proportions are long and low, giving the dining table an architectural silhouette suited to large rooms and open-plan interiors.

Category

Early 20th Century French French Provincial Dining Room Tables

Materials

Brass

Vintage Pine Trestle Dining Table, Scandinavian Modern, ca. 1940s

$5,710

Vintage Pine Trestle Dining Table, Scandinavian Modern, ca. 1940s

Located in Rødding, DK

There is a quiet architectural confidence to this table — low, long, and entirely self-sufficient in its construction — that makes it equally at home in a refined contemporary interi...

Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Pine

Rectangular modern coffee table with rounded corners and splayed tapered legs

$5,900

Rectangular modern coffee table with rounded corners and splayed tapered legs

Located in Chicago, IL

A long, low-profile coffee table with a clean mid-century modern character, featuring a generously proportioned rectangular top with softly rounded corners and a substantial edge pro...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Bronze based mid-century Hollywood Regency style Bamboo Inspired coffee table

$1,981

Bronze based mid-century Hollywood Regency style Bamboo Inspired coffee table

Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB

It features an inset dark tinted smoked glass surface, which creates a high-gloss, reflective contrast against the warm metallic frame. It is an extra-long, low-profile cocktail tabl...

Category

Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Lacquered Coffee Table with Hand-Carved Apron and Chow Legs

$3,800

19th Century Lacquered Coffee Table with Hand-Carved Apron and Chow Legs

Located in Yonkers, NY

A long low Kang Qing Dynasty period lacquered coffee table from the 19th century with carved apron and chow legs.

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

White Oak Coffee Table designed by Tage Poulsen for CI Designs, C. 1975

$3,500

White Oak Coffee Table designed by Tage Poulsen for CI Designs, C. 1975

By Tage Poulsen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a long low rectangular coffee table, executed in chunky quarter sawn white oak.

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Oak

French Louis XV Chinoiserie Coffee Table, Attributed to Escalier de Cristal

$2,600

French Louis XV Chinoiserie Coffee Table, Attributed to Escalier de Cristal

By L'Escalier de Cristal

Located in Forney, TX

The scarce antique, circa 1900, believed to have originated as a parlor center table, likey having long legs shortened to a low table sometime in the mid-century when coffee tables c...

Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XV Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

Torbjorn Afdal "Krobo" Table/Bench by Bruksbo Norway

$4,500 / item

Torbjorn Afdal "Krobo" Table/Bench by Bruksbo Norway

By Mersman, Torbjørn Afdal

Located in San Francisco, CA

Torbjorn Afdal "Krobo" Table/Bench by Bruksbo Norway. Gorgeous rosewood long bench or low table perfect for a hallway or to display sculptures or a television stand.

Category

Vintage 1970s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Rosewood

Kepler 22 Armchair by spHaus

$11,329 / item

Kepler 22 Armchair by spHaus

Located in Geneve, CH

The sectional left and right side modules, regular and long central, footstool, and low table modules offer diverse layout possibilities.

Category

2010s Italian Modern Armchairs

Materials

Steel

Kepler 22 Linen 2 Seater Sofa by spHaus

$16,145 / item

Kepler 22 Linen 2 Seater Sofa by spHaus

Located in Geneve, CH

The sectional left and right side modules, regular and long central, footstool, and low table modules offer diverse layout possibilities.

Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Kepler 22 Leather 2 Seater Sofa by spHaus

$20,307 / item

Kepler 22 Leather 2 Seater Sofa by spHaus

Located in Geneve, CH

The sectional left and right side modules, regular and long central, footstool, and low table modules offer diverse layout possibilities.

Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Kepler 22 Leather 3 Seater Sofa by spHaus

$28,884 / item

Kepler 22 Leather 3 Seater Sofa by spHaus

Located in Geneve, CH

The sectional left and right side modules, regular and long central, footstool, and low table modules offer diverse layout possibilities.

Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

Kepler 22 Velvet 3 Seater Sofa by spHaus

$22,428 / item

Kepler 22 Velvet 3 Seater Sofa by spHaus

Located in Geneve, CH

The sectional left and right side modules, regular and long central, footstool, and low table modules offer diverse layout possibilities.

Category

2010s Italian Modern Sofas

Materials

Steel

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Long Low Table

Unavailable

H 13.78 in W 78.75 in D 19.69 in

Long Low Table

By Johannes Andersen

Located in Brussels, BE

Swedish teak low table with attractive proportions.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Teak

Long, Low Saber Leg Coffee Table

Unavailable

H 10.5 in W 84 in D 17.25 in

Long, Low Saber Leg Coffee Table

Located in San Francisco, CA

Sexy, long, low walnut coffee table with saber legs and applied polished steel sabots.

Category

20th Century American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Long Mahogany Low Table with Cork Top

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H 12 in W 81 in D 21 in

Long Mahogany Low Table with Cork Top

Located in New York, NY

Paul T. Frankl (1886-1958) was born in Vienna, Austria, and was the son of a wealthy real estate tycoon. He moved to the United States after completing his architectural studies in ...

Category

20th Century American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Mahogany, Cork

Midcentury Teak Coffee Table Low Long with Magazine Shelf

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H 16.15 in W 48.04 in D 16.15 in

Midcentury Teak Coffee Table Low Long with Magazine Shelf

Located in Lábatlan, HU

Midcentury teak coffee table low long with magazine shelf Midcentury coffee table.

Category

Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Solid Walnut Low Coffee Table or Long Bench by Jens Risom

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H 15 in W 72 in D 21 in

Mid-Century Modern Solid Walnut Low Coffee Table or Long Bench by Jens Risom

By Jens Risom

Located in Hudson, NY

This walnut coffee table is made of solid wood. The natural finish on the wood brings out the beauty of the grain and the true color of the walnut. This original vintage bench was ma...

Category

20th Century American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Interlock Steel and Calacatta Marble Cocktail Table 2016 by Post & Gleam

Unavailable

H 19 in W 25.25 in D 21 in

Interlock Steel and Calacatta Marble Cocktail Table 2016 by Post & Gleam

By Post & Gleam

Located in Newbury Park, CA

Long and low, this coffee table gives you plenty of room for your cocktails and fondue pots.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American End Tables

Materials

Marble, Cut Steel

Adrian Pearsall Long Low Table

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H 14 in W 72 in L 14 in

Adrian Pearsall Long Low Table

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Adrian Pearsall long low table. Dramatic form with spider legs. Table has just been refinished, and looks amazing!

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Walnut

Jeanne de Lanux Long Low Table

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H 17.25 in W 52 in D 20 in

Jeanne de Lanux Long Low Table

Located in New York, NY

Long low table in walnut with a shelf below.

Category

Vintage 1930s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Long Low Table

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H 15.5 in W 55 in D 16 in

Long Low Table

Located in Chicago, IL

A 19th century Chinese black lacquer elmwood low table with gently carved and beaded apron with legs ending in scrolled feet.

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Category

Antique 19th Century Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Elm

Oriental Long Low Table, Red Lacquered and Bamboo Coffee Table

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H 21 in W 67 in

Oriental Long Low Table, Red Lacquered and Bamboo Coffee Table

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Oriental long low table, red lacquered and bamboo coffee table This is an unusual piece, the table has a red lacquer finish highlighted with a little gold , the tabletop is made f...

Category

Antique 1880s Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Natural Live Edge Burl Root Long Low Table Bench, Circa 1970

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H 18 in W 80 in D 29 in

Natural Live Edge Burl Root Long Low Table Bench, Circa 1970

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in Rochester, NY

Organic modern natural live edge teak or cypress wood and burl root long low table bench in beautiful old surface showing good signs of genuine age w/ wear to original finish.

Category

20th Century Organic Modern Benches

Materials

Wood, Teak, Cypress

Long Low Table With Shelf By George Nakashima

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Long Low Table With Shelf By George Nakashima

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A walnut low table with a recessed lower shelf. Can be used as a bench, low table or a TV and media console.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Long Low Table in Red Horsehair Upholstery

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H 24 in W 64 in D 22 in

Long Low Table in Red Horsehair Upholstery

Located in NYC, NY

Custom-designed bedside or low console table covered in red horsehair upholstery with elaborate 1/4" nail-head designs and borders, eight drawers over a lower shelf/stretcher.

Category

Late 20th Century American Credenzas

Chinese Rosewood Long Low Table or Bench, Late 19th to Early 20th Century

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H 16.25 in W 68.5 in D 18.63 in

Chinese Rosewood Long Low Table or Bench, Late 19th to Early 20th Century

Located in San Francisco, CA

Chinese rosewood altar table table cut down to a low table or bench in height. Marked made in Hong Kong but we believe the age to be late 19th century to early 20th century. Purcha...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Furniture

Materials

Rosewood

LONG LOW ROSEWOOD TABLE BY JEANNE DE LANUX

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H 18.25 in W 68 in D 18 in

LONG LOW ROSEWOOD TABLE BY JEANNE DE LANUX

Located in New York, NY

long low table in solid rosewood

Category

Vintage 1930s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Long low cork top coffee table/ bench by Paul Frankl for Johnson

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H 12 in W 84 in D 21 in

Long low cork top coffee table/ bench by Paul Frankl for Johnson

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Great and rare long low table/ bench made for Johnson furniture Company in 1940's designed by Paul Frankl.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Mahogany, Cork

Low Table by Jeanne de Lanux

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H 17.25 in W 52 in D 20 in

Low Table by Jeanne de Lanux

By Jeanne De Lanux

Located in New York, NY

Long low table in walnut with lower shelf.

Category

Vintage 1930s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Cork Low Table by Edward Wormley

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H 16 in W 50 in D 15 in

Cork Low Table by Edward Wormley

By Edward Wormley

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A long low table of Asian influence with cork top.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Cork, Mahogany

Paul Tuttle Low Table or Bench by Baker

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H 11.5 in W 65.5 in D 18 in

Paul Tuttle Low Table or Bench by Baker

By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company

Located in Highland, IN

Designed by Paul Tuttle, Michael Taylor, and Winsor White as part of Baker's New World group c.1953, this long low table has an elegant architectural base and a floating top.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

ROBSJOHN-GIBBINGS COLISEUM TABLE

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H 16 in W 48 in D 24 in

ROBSJOHN-GIBBINGS COLISEUM TABLE

Located in New York, NY

Long low table in walnut with arched sides and bar stretchers.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Vesey Table With X Base

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H 17.5 in W 44 in D 22 in

Vesey Table With X Base

Located in New York, NY

JOHN VESEY (1925-1992) Long low table in aluminum with brass details and glass top on x-base.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum, Brass

French Coffee or Side Tables

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H 8.25 in W 31 in D 31 in

French Coffee or Side Tables

Located in Chicago, IL

These versatile tables were designed to tuck one under another to create one long low table, or they can be pulled apart and used as 2 separate low tables.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Coffee Table for Widdicomb

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H 13 in W 72 in D 24 in

T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Coffee Table for Widdicomb

Located in Miami, FL

Incredibly beautiful long, low table by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings with inset caning under glass framed by sumptuous dark mahogany body, unique leg design.

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Vintage 1950s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Cane, Glass

Trio of Danish Modern Walnut Nesting Tables

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H 19.5 in W 34 in D 16 in

Trio of Danish Modern Walnut Nesting Tables

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Lovely, Danish modern, walnut, nesting table set consists of a long, low table with upturned edges and two smaller, equal sized tables with slots to hang underneath.

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Walnut

Chinese Narrow Rectangular Table

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H 16 in W 77 in D 11 in

Chinese Narrow Rectangular Table

Located in Chicago, IL

This long, low table's stable presence is further enhanced by rounded apron-head spandrels and solid board legs, which terminate in simple inward-curling meander or Greek key feet.

Category

Antique 18th Century Chinese Furniture

Materials

Elm

Antique Victorian Farmhouse Painted Pine Coffee Table

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H 19 in W 69 in D 24.5 in

Antique Victorian Farmhouse Painted Pine Coffee Table

Located in Forney, TX

An antique European long low table, originally a Victorian country farm house dining table / harvest work table, the legs later cut down to make the perfect coffee table / cocktail t...

Category

Antique 19th Century European Victorian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Long Iron Low Table by Paul McCobb

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H 20 in W 36 in D 18 in

Long Iron Low Table by Paul McCobb

By Paul McCobb

Located in Rochester, NY

A Paul McCobb minimalist designed iron leg long rectangular low table with original black lacquer painted wood top.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Long Low Profile Sofa Table by Lane

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H 13.25 in W 71 in D 18.5 in

Long Low Profile Sofa Table by Lane

By Lane Acclaim

Located in South Charleston, WV

Like new. 1974, Lane, rhythm series., 71" long x 18.5" deep and 13.25" tall. Walnut, birch perfect for long sofas, this vintage low profile coffee table is long and elegant in a rec...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Birch, Walnut

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Long Low Table For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the long low table you’re looking for. A long low table — often made from wood, walnut and metal — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a long low table, we have 44 options in-stock, while there are 2 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect long low table — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each long low table bearing Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern or Modern hallmarks is very popular. Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin and Paul McCobb each produced at least one beautiful long low table that is worth considering.

How Much is a Long Low Table?

A long low table can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,640, while the lowest priced sells for $850 and the highest can go for as much as $13,900.

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Questions About Long Low Table

What are low tables called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
Low tables are usually called coffee tables. The name comes from the table height being designed to make it easy to place something, such as a cup of coffee, on the tabletop while seated on a sofa. Alternatively, people may refer to these low tables as cocktail tables. Explore a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
Can a coffee table be too low?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
Yes, a coffee table can be too low. Most experts recommend choosing a coffee table that is around one to two inches lower than the seat height of your sofa or loveseat. You may find it difficult to access items on the tabletop while seated if you choose a shorter table. In addition, an overly low coffee table can make a room feel cramped or unbalanced. However, there are exceptions to this rule. Sometimes, designers intentionally place ultra-low coffee tables in spaces to create a bold contrast in a large room. Feel free to break from convention when choosing a coffee table. What's most important is that the finished result appeals to you and allows you to enjoy your seating area to the fullest. Shop a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary coffee tables on 1stDibs.
Why are console tables so low?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
Console tables are not low. Typically, consoles are about the height of a desk but are much narrower. As a result, they work well against walls and can be used to hold lamps and decorative objects. While modern console tables commonly feature four legs, you can still find the two-legged variety, which is ideal for nestling behind the sofa. Some also feature shelves for display and storage space or cabinet doors and drawers for hiding clutter. Find vintage console tables on 1stDibs.
What is a long table called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
A long table is called a console table. With its length and usage, the definition changes. For example, long tables used for a dining area are called Refectory tables. It is used in schools or large dining halls. On 1stDibs, you can find various types of table options to choose from.
Why are Japanese dining tables low?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The chabudai, or the short Japanese dining table makes the most of limited space by serving many functions in a Japanese home. They often feature collapsible legs so they can be stored. Diners sit on pillows on the floor, rather than chairs, again freeing up more space by not having bulky chairs. Shop a collection of Japanese furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
Why are modern coffee tables so low?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Modern coffee tables tend to be low because they’re most commonly placed in front of couches and chairs. Historically, coffee tables were placed behind the couch which necessitated a taller table. Over time, as styles changed and coffee tables came to be positioned in front of couches, their heights were lowered to accommodate the modern arrangement. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage and contemporary coffee tables from some of the world’s top sellers.
How long is a German beer table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
The length of a German beer table varies. However, these long wood and metal dining tables usually seat at least four adults and are generally at least 48 to 50 inches long to accommodate them. On 1stDibs, shop a range of tables from some of the world's top sellers.
How long is a 10-person table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
How long a 10-person table is depends on its shape. Generally, rectangle and oval dining tables for 10 people are around 108 to 120 inches in length. Round 10-seater tables are usually around 72 inches in diameter, while square tables designed to seat 10 are about 62 inches long. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of dining tables.
What is a long narrow table called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
A long narrow table is called a console table or hall table. It is a taller, narrow piece of furniture placed against a wall preferred for small rooms or hallways. On 1stDibs, you can find an antique or vintage console table of your choosing from different periods and in varying materials.
What is a long skinny table called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
Long skinny tables are generally called console tables. Sometimes they are also referred to as sofa tables and hall tables. They are long, thin, and narrow, and fit nicely behind a sofa or in an entryway. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage long and skinny tables or console tables.
How long should a bench be for a dining table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
How long a bench for a dining table should be depends on the length of the table. Generally, a dining bench should be equal in length, or 1 or 2 inches shorter, than the length of the side of the dining table where you intend to place it. For example, if your rectangular dining table is 60 inches long, benches that are 58 to 60 inches long would work well. Shop a wide range of dining room furniture on 1stDibs.
Is 12 inches too low for a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
No, 12 inches isn’t necessarily too low for a coffee table. For balance, choose a coffee table that is about two to four inches lower than the seat of the largest piece of furniture around it. Usually, this will be the sofa. If your sofa’s seat is 14 to 16 inches high, a 12-inch coffee table will likely be in proportion. Find an assortment of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
How long is a 6-seater dining table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
How long a 6-seater dining table is varies. Most rectangular and oval 6-seaters are 60 to 74 inches in length. Square tables that seat six are usually around 60 to 72 inches long, while one with a round top will typically measure between 54 and 60 inches in diameter. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of dining tables.
How long is a dining table that seats 8?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Dining tables that seat 8 can range in size but are typically between 72 inches and 96 inches long. Often you can squeeze 10 people with the longer measurements.
How long is a 14-seater dining table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The length of a 14-seat dining table varies. Generally, tables that can accommodate 14 people are around 120 inches long. This length allows six people to comfortably sit on each side and two people to occupy the ends. Shop a variety of antique and vintage dining tables on 1stDibs.
What coffee table height works best with a low mid-century modern sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Look for a table 15 to 18 inches tall to match the lower seat height common to mid-century sofas; a taller table can feel out of proportion next to a low-slung frame.

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