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.

Who invented the coffee table?

No one knows for sure who invented the coffee table. The earliest examples of the occasional table can be traced back to Victorian-era Britain. At that time, makers like William Watt and Collinson and Lock were producing coffee tables in large quantities.Notably, F. Stuart Foote, the designer behind the American Imperial Furniture Company, claimed to have invented the coffee table in the early 20th century. He stated that he did so by cutting down the legs of a dining table. However, it's unlikely that Foote is the actual inventor of the coffee table, as books describing coffee tables existed in the UK a decade before his birth in 1872.Shop a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

What size should a coffee table be?

A coffee table should generally be two-thirds as long as the sofa it stands in front of and around the same height as the sofa’s seat cushions.

Is an ottoman a coffee table?

Typically, an ottoman is not a coffee table. An ottoman is a small cushioned seat without a back or arm rests. You can shop a collection of vintage and contemporary ottomans from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Why is it called a coffee table?

Coffee tables were originally used in living spaces during social gatherings to support a tray containing multiple mugs, a coffee pot, creamers and sugar bowls. Low to the ground and centrally located in the space, coffee tables reduced the host or hostess’s need to constantly stand and serve her guests.

What is the difference between a center table and a coffee table?

The difference between a center table and a coffee table is usually size. Center tables tend to be larger-sized accent tables placed in the center of seating areas. On the other hand, coffee tables are smaller tables usually positioned in front of sofas and loveseats. On 1stDibs, find a variety of center tables and coffee tables.

Are end tables taller than coffee tables?

Yes, end tables are generally taller than coffee tables .The term “end table” is frequently used interchangeably with “coffee table,” and while these two furnishings have much in common, each table type offers its own distinctive benefits in your space.Your end table is likely going to stand as tall as the arms of your sofa , and its depth will match the seating . These attributes allow for tucking the table neatly at the end of your sofa in order to provide an elevated surface between your seating and the wall. End tables are accent pieces — they’re a close cousin to side tables , but side tables, not unlike the show-stealing low-profile coffee table, are intended to be positioned prominently and have more to do with the flow and design of a room than an end table, which does a great job but does it out of the way of everything else.Find all kinds of antique and vintage tables on 1stDibs.

What is the difference between a coffee table and a console table?

The difference between a coffee table and a console table is in the design. A coffee table is a low table that comes in many shapes, such as surfaces that are rectangles, squares, ovals or circles. Console tables are taller and usually have elongated shapes, such as ovals, rectangles or semicircles. Placement is another differentiator between the two types of tables. Coffee tables usually go in front of sofas and loveseats, while console tables may be placed behind a sofa or loveseat or along a wall. Find a large collection of coffee tables and console tables on 1stDibs.

What is the difference between a side table and a coffee table?

The difference between a side table and a coffee table is mainly in the size and shape. Coffee tables usually feature larger tops but shorter legs. People typically place them in front of a sofa or a loveseat to rest books, drinks, remote controls and other items. Side tables also store items, but they are usually positioned beside an accent chair or at the ends of a sofa or loveseat. Shop a diverse assortment of side tables and coffee tables on 1stDibs.

Is there a difference between a coffee table and a cocktail table?

"Coffee table" and "cocktail table" are used interchangeably; cocktail table is the more traditional term, often applied to lower, more formal designs.

What is the difference between a coffee table and a cocktail table?

While both pieces are relatively new to the furniture world, the main difference between them are their shapes. A cocktail table is generally square or rectangular in shape, while a coffee table tends to be oval or circular in shape. You can shop a collection of furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is the difference between a sofa table and a coffee table?

The difference between a sofa table and a coffee table is that a sofa table is always behind the sofa and a coffee table is in front of it. Additionally, a sofa table is the same height as the sofa and a coffee table is much shorter.

How big should a coffee table be for a sectional?

How big a coffee table for a sectional should be depends on the dimensions of the sectional. For a balanced look, a coffee table should be roughly two-thirds of the length of the sofa portion of a sofa and chaise sectional. If you have an L-shaped sofa, the coffee table should be around two-thirds of the length of each arm. Find a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

How do I authenticate my Noguchi coffee table?

To authenticate your Noguchi coffee table, there are three different marks to look for. Isamu Noguchi’s signature will be on the edge of the table and on a medallion under the base. Even under the medallion, you will find Noguchi’s initials. Shop a collection of properly vetted Noguchi pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

How do you stack books on a coffee table?

To stack books on a coffee table, place the largest one on the bottom with the spine facing the focal piece of furniture, usually the sofa. Then, add the next largest, lining up the inner edges so that the spines create a stepped effect. Continue adding books to complete the stack and top it off with a decorative object if you wish. Shop a variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

How do you date a Lane coffee table?

To date a Lane coffee table, look for the serial number on the underside of the piece. On most Lane coffee tables, reading the number from right to left will tell you the date that the table was manufactured. For example, a serial number that says 852140 would have been produced on April 12, 1958. Founded in Virginia in the early 20th century, Lane is largely known for its cedar chests and innovative mid-century modern designs. Find a variety of Lane coffee tables on 1stDibs.

What is a tall coffee table called?

A tall coffee table is usually called exactly that — a tall coffee table. Coffee tables, also referred to as cocktail tables, are generally designed to sit at or below the sofa's seat height. These tables may come in a range of sizes, but they are often between 16 and 18 inches high and are designed in a variety of lengths and widths. They’re meant to provide a practical table-top surface that complements your living room layout. (A tall version might also be suitable for use as a dining table.) Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tall coffee tables from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

What is the best height for a coffee table?

The best height for a coffee table is around 1 to 2 inches lower than the seat height of the adjacent sofa. Most sofas feature seat heights of around 17 or 18 inches. As a result, the most common height for coffee tables is 15 to 17 inches. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of coffee tables.

What is the best coffee table for a sectional?

The best coffee table for a sectional can be a round coffee table, particularly with respect to U-shaped sectionals. The circular design creates a sense of balance in small spaces and renders it easy for guests to move to and fro, especially when surrounded by chairs. Find a collection of antique and vintage coffee tables on 1stDibs today.

What is the average height of a coffee table?

The average height of a coffee table is around 16 to 18 inches. Designers typically choose this height to create a balance between coffee tables and sofas. The average seat height of sofas is 17 to 18 inches, and experts typically recommend that coffee tables be no more than 1 inch shorter than sofa-seat height. Explore a diverse assortment of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

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Enameled "Shooting Star" Coffee Table, France 1950's

$7,500

Enameled "Shooting Star" Coffee Table, France 1950's

Located in New York, NY

Whimsical coffee table in steel with lava tiles enameled with multi-colored shooting stars.

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

Materials

Lava

Adrian Pearsall Cork Coffee Table with Original Glass Top

$3,000

Adrian Pearsall Cork Coffee Table with Original Glass Top

By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Elegant and whimsical glass and cork coffee table by Adrian Pearsall.

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

Materials

Glass, Cork

Empire Style Coffee Table Lacquer Speckled by Ira Yeager

$1,800

Empire Style Coffee Table Lacquer Speckled by Ira Yeager

By Ira Yeager

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Whimsical French empire style coffee cocktail table lacquer speckled by artist Ira Yeager (American 1938-2022).

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20th Century Mexican Empire Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Large Italian Coffee Table Style of Memphis Milano, 1990s

$5,115

Large Italian Coffee Table Style of Memphis Milano, 1990s

By Memphis Milano

Located in Paris, IDF

The metal feet are strategically bent to appear almost fluid, and the colors chosen for the decorative wood balls feel whimsical and artsy. This unique coffee table is found in very ...

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1990s Italian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Constellation Coffee Table in Shagreen, Shell and Brass by Kifu Paris

$6,523

Constellation Coffee Table in Shagreen, Shell and Brass by Kifu Paris

By Kifu Augousti

Located in New York, NY

All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The constellation coffee table is whimsical...

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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Ta...

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Brass

Pink Pig-Shaped Coffee Table by Bussoga, Hand-Cut Ceramic, 2024

$4,240

Pink Pig-Shaped Coffee Table by Bussoga, Hand-Cut Ceramic, 2024

By Bussoga

Located in Barcelona, ES

Contemporary Pink Coffee Table Pig-Shaped in Hand-Cut Ceramic Tile by Bussoga Taula Porca — Pink Pig-Shaped Coffee Table in Hand-Cut Ceramic Tile by Bussoga Taula Porca is a whimsi...

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2010s Spanish Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Ceramic, Hardwood

Constellation Coffee Table in Shagreen, Shell and Brass by Kifu Paris

$6,523 / item

Constellation Coffee Table in Shagreen, Shell and Brass by Kifu Paris

By Kifu Augousti

Located in New York, NY

All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The constellation coffee table is whimsical...

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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Ta...

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Brass

Constellation Coffee Table in Shagreen, Quartz and Brass by Kifu Paris

$8,063 / item

Constellation Coffee Table in Shagreen, Quartz and Brass by Kifu Paris

By Kifu Augousti

Located in New York, NY

All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The constellation coffee table is whimsical...

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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Ta...

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Quartz, Brass

Lucite and Stainless Steel "Aro" Coffee Table by Amparo Calderon Tapia, Signed

$10,950

Lucite and Stainless Steel "Aro" Coffee Table by Amparo Calderon Tapia, Signed

By Amparo Calderon Tapia

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Minimalistic and whimsical style best describe this coffee table, executed in stainless steel with a high polished finish and topped with a 1" thick Lucite top.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Taula Porca, Pink Pig-Shaped Coffee Table by Bussoga, Hand-Cut Ceramic, 2024

$4,240

Taula Porca, Pink Pig-Shaped Coffee Table by Bussoga, Hand-Cut Ceramic, 2024

By Bussoga

Located in Barcelona, ES

Contemporary Pink Coffee Table Pig-Shaped in Hand-Cut Ceramic Tile by Bussoga Taula Porca — Pink Pig-Shaped Coffee Table in Hand-Cut Ceramic Tile by Bussoga Taula Porca is a whimsi...

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2010s Spanish Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Hardwood

Constellation Coffee Table in Cream Shagreen, Patagonia and Brass by Kifu Paris

$7,854 / item

Constellation Coffee Table in Cream Shagreen, Patagonia and Brass by Kifu Paris

By Kifu Augousti

Located in New York, NY

All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The constellation coffee table is whimsical...

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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Ta...

Materials

Brass

Lucite and Solid Brass "Aro One" Low Table by Amparo Calderón Tápia

$11,500

Lucite and Solid Brass "Aro One" Low Table by Amparo Calderón Tápia

By Amparo Calderon Tapia

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stunning and whimsical low coffee table designed and manufactured by Amparo Calderón Tápia and part of the "ARO" series.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Coc...

Materials

Brass

Flowers Small Brass Side Table by Stefano Giovannoni

$2,040

Flowers Small Brass Side Table by Stefano Giovannoni

By Ghidini 1961

Located in Milan, IT

Inspired by the natural world, this whimsical, satin-brass coffee table is divided into three distinct, minimalist elements: the base, stem and blossom-shaped top.

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2010s Italian Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Handmade Rug Blue Bear Boho Art Carpet with Round Modern Metal Coffee Table

$3,699

Handmade Rug Blue Bear Boho Art Carpet with Round Modern Metal Coffee Table

Located in Vilnius, LT

Artistic Boho Home Decor Set: Blue Wave Coffee Table and Whimsical Bear Rug. Introducing a captivating design duo that transforms your living space into an artistic sanctuary.

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2010s Ukrainian Modern Western European Rugs

Materials

Metal

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Whimsical Three Monkeys Mid Century Modern Coffee Table

Unavailable

H 20 in Dm 42 in

Whimsical Three Monkeys Mid Century Modern Coffee Table

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Three Monkeys composite coffee table, each figurine signed Carsuk and Continental Studio.

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

Materials

Glass

Whimsical Italian Cello-Form Mosaic Tiled Coffee Table Circa 1960s

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H 13 in W 55 in D 25 in

Whimsical Italian Cello-Form Mosaic Tiled Coffee Table Circa 1960s

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A whimsical glass mosaic top coffee table in the form a of a Cello from the 1960s.

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

Materials

Brass

Whimsical Ceramic Tile Top Coffee Table with Hand-Painted Nostalgic Scenes

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H 15 in W 47.5 in D 22.5 in

Whimsical Ceramic Tile Top Coffee Table with Hand-Painted Nostalgic Scenes

Located in Mount Penn, PA

A whimsical, ceramic tile top coffee or cocktail table with iron X-base .

Category

Late 20th Century American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Iron

Fanciful Bamboo Coffee Table

Unavailable

H 17.5 in W 37 in D 37 in

Fanciful Bamboo Coffee Table

Located in Port Chester, NY

A whimsical square bamboo coffee table, decorated with lots of good bamboo details all the way around the top.

Category

Mid-20th Century English Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bamboo

Artist Edition Hand-Painted Coffee Table

Unavailable

H 19 in W 48 in D 36 in

Artist Edition Hand-Painted Coffee Table

By Voutsa

Located in New York, NY

Whimsical hand-painted coffee table.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Vintage Oval Coffee Table - Natural and White Botanical Theme

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H 16 in W 44.75 in D 27 in

Vintage Oval Coffee Table - Natural and White Botanical Theme

Located in Munster, IN

Whimsical and free, this vintage coffee table has never looked more fabulous.

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Late 20th Century Unknown Aesthetic Movement Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood

Ebonized Whimsical Coffee Table

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H 17 in Dm 36 in

Ebonized Whimsical Coffee Table

Located in New York, NY

Very whimsical ebonized coffee table, featuring swags and tassles

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Vintage 1940s French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wrought Iron

Whimsical Figural base glass top amorphic coffee table

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H 18 in W 37 in D 29 in

Whimsical Figural base glass top amorphic coffee table

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A wonderful whimsical coffee table purchased by the estate in the 1980's. it was purchased from another private source so it may be earlier.

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Late 20th Century American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Figural Carved Court Jester Marble & Bronze Rectangular Coffee Table

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H 18 in W 38.75 in D 21 in

Figural Carved Court Jester Marble & Bronze Rectangular Coffee Table

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This is a great whimsical coffee table. The frame is mar of solid cast bronze and ornamental iron legs with carved court Jesters supporting the marble top.

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Early 20th Century French Renaissance Revival Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

Whimsical Coffee Table with Chrome Rings Base and Glass Top

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H 16.5 in Dm 43.5 in

Whimsical Coffee Table with Chrome Rings Base and Glass Top

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a truly fantastic looking table, The base is composed of 6 large rings attached to a round metal piece in the center. The piece is topped with a very heavy beveled glass top....

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20th Century American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Chrome

Montis White High Gloss Flint Coffee Table

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H 11.8 in Dm 43.3 in L 11.8 in

Montis White High Gloss Flint Coffee Table

By Montis

Located in New York, NY

Flint is a whimsical coffee table with a surprising combination of simplicity and an understated natural character.

Category

2010s Dutch Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Lacquer

Montis White Oval Flint Coffee Table by Gert Batenburg in STOCK

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H 11.82 in Dm 55.12 in

Montis White Oval Flint Coffee Table by Gert Batenburg in STOCK

By Gert Batenburg, Montis

Located in New York, NY

Flint is a whimsical coffee table with a surprising combination of simplicity and an understated natural character.

Category

2010s Dutch Tables

Materials

Lacquer

Andrianna Shamaris Antique African Elephant Base Coffee Table

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H 17 in W 38 in D 19.5 in

Andrianna Shamaris Antique African Elephant Base Coffee Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

Whimsical coffee table from West Africa. Handmade from a single carved mahogany wood top with a hand carved elephant base.

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Vintage 1970s Primitive Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Mahogany, Reclaimed Wood

Whimsical Drum Coffee Table.

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H 17.5 in Dm 29.5 in

Whimsical Drum Coffee Table.

Located in Miami, FL

Whimsical drum coffee table wrapped with travertine mosaic, inlaid brass accents.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Whimsical Marble Top Coffee Table

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H 19 in W 47 in D 23.75 in

Whimsical Marble Top Coffee Table

Located in New York, NY

Whimsical Marble Top Coffee Table

Category

20th Century Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Whimsical White-Washed Coffee Table

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H 18 in W 48 in D 19 in

Whimsical White-Washed Coffee Table

Located in New York, NY

Whimsical White-Washed Coffee Table

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20th Century French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Whimsical Marble-Top Coffee Table

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H 17.5 in W 47 in D 24 in

Whimsical Marble-Top Coffee Table

Located in New York, NY

Whimsical Marble-Top Coffee Table

Category

20th Century Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Whimsical Pyramid Base Coffee Table.

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H 18.25 in Dm 60 in

Whimsical Pyramid Base Coffee Table.

Located in Miami, FL

Stainless steel and lucite pyramid base,3/4" thick round beveled glass top cocktail table on hidden castors.

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Vintage 1970s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Whimsical wrought iron coffee table/ side table

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H 13 in W 30.5 in D 23 in

Whimsical wrought iron coffee table/ side table

Located in New York, NY

Whimsical Wrought-Iron Coffee Table/Side Table

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20th Century French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Whimsical gilt-iron, glass-top coffee table

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H 18.5 in W 30.5 in

Whimsical gilt-iron, glass-top coffee table

Located in New York, NY

Whimsical Gilt-Iron Glass-Top Coffee Table

Category

20th Century French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

1950s Whimsical Marble Insert / Wood Coffee Table

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H 18.75 in W 42 in D 23.5 in

1950s Whimsical Marble Insert / Wood Coffee Table

Located in Tarrytown, NY

1950s Wood coffee table with 2 marble inserts. One piece of marble has a chip in it , that has been smoothed out. As shown in 2 last pictures.

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Vintage 1950s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Whimsical Wrought -Iron Coffee Table With Slate Top

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H 16.5 in W 36 in

Whimsical Wrought -Iron Coffee Table With Slate Top

Located in New York, NY

Whimsical Wrought-Iron Coffee Table with Slate Top

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20th Century French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Gilt-Iron, glass-top coffee table on whimsical scrolled legs

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H 18 in W 50 in D 24 in

Gilt-Iron, glass-top coffee table on whimsical scrolled legs

Located in New York, NY

Gilt-Iron, glass-top coffee table on whimsical scrolled legs

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20th Century French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Whimsical Stack of Books Motif Coffee Table by Maitland Smith

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H 16.5 in W 36 in D 28.75 in

Whimsical Stack of Books Motif Coffee Table by Maitland Smith

By Maitland Smith

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Super stylish and fun tromp l'oeil coffee table that looks like very large leather books stacked on top of each other having three working drawers for storage lined in beautiful Flor...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Leather

Whimsical Mahogany and Leather Theodore Alexander Coffee Table with Shoe Feet

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H 21.5 in W 42 in D 32 in

Whimsical Mahogany and Leather Theodore Alexander Coffee Table with Shoe Feet

By Theodore Alexander

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Rich and delightfully clever coffee table by Theodore Alexander having turned mahogany legs that end in adorable shoe feet with decorative nailheads. The top is leather and has two a...

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1990s North American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

WHIMSICAL WELDED FOLK ART SPARK PLUG TABLE

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H 14 in W 52.5 in D 20 in

WHIMSICAL WELDED FOLK ART SPARK PLUG TABLE

Located in Bridgehampton, NY

THIS WHIMSICAL WELDED FOLK ART TABLE IS A MUST HAVE FOR ANY "HANDS ON" PERSON AS THE DETAILS INCLUDE TOOLS AND A AUTOMOTIVE/ MOTOR CYCLE MOTIF!

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Vintage 1950s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

"Jack" Coffee Table

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H 18.5 in Dm 40 in

"Jack" Coffee Table

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

"Jack "Coffee table,a whimsical yet Iconic Design

Category

20th Century Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut, Glass

Mirrored Coffee Table

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H 17 in Dm 30 in

Mirrored Coffee Table

Located in New York, NY

Whimsical Mirrored Coffee Table featuring individual bevelled pieces

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20th Century Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Whimsical faux painted table with a miro like painting on top.

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H 20.5 in W 32 in D 32 in

Whimsical faux painted table with a miro like painting on top.

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A nice 1950's table that has been faux painted and then had it's top embellished with miro like painting. I would guess that the the table was re-done sometime in the 1980's although...

Category

Late 20th Century American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Paint

VIBRANT SUNBURST LUCITE COFFEE TABLE

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H 15.5 in Dm 39.5 in

VIBRANT SUNBURST LUCITE COFFEE TABLE

Located in New York, NY

Whimsical round lucite coffee table, Vibrant colored sunburst forms are embedded in the lucite top on a beautiful sleek brass base.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

1950s Kidney-Bone Bamboo Coffee Table

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H 18.9 in W 55.12 in D 28.75 in

1950s Kidney-Bone Bamboo Coffee Table

By Constant Nieuwenhuys

Located in Antwerp, BE

Whimsical kidney-bone designed coffee table. The hairpin legs are made from stainless steel bar, with a glass top decorated as a painters-pallet.

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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bamboo

Mid-Century Modern Painter's Palette Coffee Table

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H 13.5 in W 41 in D 37.5 in

Mid-Century Modern Painter's Palette Coffee Table

Located in Stamford, CT

Fabulous 1950s whimsical painter's palette coffee table. The top is laminate.

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

Belgochrom Chrome and Smoked Glass Coffee Table

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H 12.6 in Dm 43.31 in

Belgochrom Chrome and Smoked Glass Coffee Table

By Belgo Chrome

Located in Voorburg, NL

Stunning and whimsical low Belgochrom coffee table with glamorous performance.

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Mid-20th Century Belgian Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Chrome

GRACEFUL STUDIO TEAK COFFEE TABLE WITH SYCAMORE INLAY

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H 19 in Dm 36 in

GRACEFUL STUDIO TEAK COFFEE TABLE WITH SYCAMORE INLAY

Located in New York, NY

Whimsical "spinning" coffee table hand carved from teak and accented by stylized compass rose inlay of quartered sycamore.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Teak

1970s Hollywood Regency Gilt Tree Metal Round Coffee Table

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H 19.25 in W 30 in D 30 in

1970s Hollywood Regency Gilt Tree Metal Round Coffee Table

Located in Farmington Hills, MI

We are very pleased to offer a beautifully sculpted, vintage coffee table, circa the 1970s. Whimsical and elegant, this superb coffee table mimics the shape and character of a natura...

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Vintage 1970s North American Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Giltwood

1980s Postmodern Laminated Pedestals and Glass Rectangular Coffee Table

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H 14 in W 48 in D 36 in

1980s Postmodern Laminated Pedestals and Glass Rectangular Coffee Table

Located in Farmington Hills, MI

We are very pleased to offer a whimsical, fun coffee table circa the 1980s. This postmodern piece showcases a variety of symmetrical shapes, a rectangular 3/8” inches thick glass top...

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Vintage 1980s North American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Laminate

Italian coffee table with zodiac signs painted by artist Haeti

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H 18 in W 43.75 in D 17.5 in

Italian coffee table with zodiac signs painted by artist Haeti

Located in New York, NY

Whimsical, rectangular coffee table with retro painted zodiac signs.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Contemporary Large Square Black Pastel & Glass Coffee Table Artist Lois Teicher

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H 18 in W 44 in D 44 in

Contemporary Large Square Black Pastel & Glass Coffee Table Artist Lois Teicher

Located in Keego Harbor, MI

For your consideration is a marvelously whimsical, square coffee table, with a glass top over an abstract drawing, by artist Lois Teicher.

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Late 20th Century Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass

Round Oak French Center Coffee Table with Full Figure Carved Servant Supports

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H 25 in W 35.5 in D 35.5 in

Round Oak French Center Coffee Table with Full Figure Carved Servant Supports

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This whimsical coffee or center table features fully carved servant figures of men and ladies to support your tabletop and whatever is place on top of it.

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Vintage 1950s French French Provincial Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Oak

Large vintage midcentury lily flower coffee table by Arthur Court, USA 1970s

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H 17.52 in W 42.13 in D 42.13 in

Large vintage midcentury lily flower coffee table by Arthur Court, USA 1970s

By Arthur Court

Located in Hastings, GB

Whimsical large lily coffee table by Arthur Court, USA 1970s.

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

Materials

Aluminum

Midcentury French Wrought Iron Coffee

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H 20.5 in W 39 in

Midcentury French Wrought Iron Coffee

Located in Buchanan, NY

Whimsical wrought iron base coffee table with choice of stone or marble top.

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Vintage 1950s French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wrought Iron

Classic Federico Armijo Snail Table

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H 18.5 in W 32 in L 18.5 in

Classic Federico Armijo Snail Table

By Federico Armijo

Located in Peekskill, NY

We love this oversized whimsical snail coffee table. Its hand carved from solid laminated pine and finished dark.

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

Materials

Wood

Wonderful Pair of Whimsical Monkey Motife End Tables Coffee Table

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H 15 in W 24 in D 22 in

Wonderful Pair of Whimsical Monkey Motife End Tables Coffee Table

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Wonderful attention to detail on the sculptural monkeys. Tables are versatile in their use, either as end tables, or a coffee table.

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Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency End Tables

Materials

Glass, Plaster

French Empire Style Cocktail Table Speckled by Ira Yeager

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H 24.5 in W 40 in D 39.5 in

French Empire Style Cocktail Table Speckled by Ira Yeager

By Ira Yeager

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Whimsical round coffee or cocktail table lacquer speckled by artist Ira Yeager (American 1938-2022).

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20th Century American Empire Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Maitland Smith Tessellated Stone, Brass, Malachite & Amethyst Box

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H 4.25 in W 9 in D 5.875 in

Vintage Maitland Smith Tessellated Stone, Brass, Malachite & Amethyst Box

By Maitland Smith

Located in Atlanta, GA

The manufacturer’s early reproductions of 17th- and 18th-century furniture included Chippendale dining chairs, and soon afterward, Maitland-Smith expanded into a range of decorative ...

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20th Century Thai Louis XIV Decorative Boxes

Materials

Stone, Malachite

Modern Whimsical Roger Capron Style Colorful Hand Painted Tiled Coffee Table

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H 15 in W 45 in D 27.5 in

Modern Whimsical Roger Capron Style Colorful Hand Painted Tiled Coffee Table

By Roger Capron

Located in Houston, TX

Whimsical coffee table with hand painted tiles in the style of Roger Capron.

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Vintage 1960s Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Flint Walnut Coffee Table

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H 19.69 in Dm 21.66 in

Flint Walnut Coffee Table

By Montis, Gert Batenburg

Located in New York, NY

Flint is a whimsical coffee table with a surprising combination of simplicity and an understated natural character.

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Early 2000s Dutch Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Montis White High Gloss Flint Coffee Table

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H 23 in Dm 43.3 in

Montis White High Gloss Flint Coffee Table

By Montis, Gert Batenburg

Located in New York, NY

Flint is a whimsical coffee table with a surprising combination of simplicity and an understated natural character.

Category

Early 2000s Dutch Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass

Montis Black Oval Flint Coffee Table

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H 11.82 in Dm 55.12 in

Montis Black Oval Flint Coffee Table

By Gert Batenburg, Montis

Located in New York, NY

Flint is a whimsical coffee table with a surprising combination of simplicity and an understated natural character.

Category

Early 2000s Dutch Tables

Montis Oval Flint Coffee Table

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H 11.82 in Dm 55.12 in

Montis Oval Flint Coffee Table

By Gert Batenburg, Montis

Located in New York, NY

Flint is a whimsical coffee table with a surprising combination of simplicity and an understated natural character.

Category

Early 2000s Dutch Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Whimsical Post-Modern Craftsman Faux-Saw Coffee Table

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H 21 in W 45.25 in D 19.25 in

Whimsical Post-Modern Craftsman Faux-Saw Coffee Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

An intriguing and unique Post-Modern craftsman made saw blade coffee table which features four faux saws used as table legs and a beautifully grained wood top.

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20th Century American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Faux Book Leather Coffee Table

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H 15.5 in W 37 in D 27.5 in

Faux Book Leather Coffee Table

Located in Tarrytown, NY

Great for a library, this whimsical faux book coffee table is truly unique.

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Vintage 1970s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Howard Miller Clock Coffee Table

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H 16.5 in Dm 41 in

Howard Miller Clock Coffee Table

By Howard Miller

Located in Stamford, CT

Think Alice in Wonderland. Whimsical clock face coffee table. Clock is working, however no guarantee.

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Vintage 1970s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

1920's Italian Slate & Inlaid Scagliola Coffee Table

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H 17 in W 51.5 in D 25.75 in

1920's Italian Slate & Inlaid Scagliola Coffee Table

By Danby

Located in Kilmarnock, VA

Has a great Piero Fornasetti feel to it, whimsical and elegant. Coffee table has brass casters which allow the table to be moved easily.

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Slate, Brass

Oval Metal Coffee Table Inspired by the Style of Giacometti

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H 18.25 in W 40 in D 26 in

Oval Metal Coffee Table Inspired by the Style of Giacometti

Located in Pasadena, CA

Whimsical, oval shaped metal coffee table reminiscent of the style of Giacometti.

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Vintage 1980s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Midcentury Scrolling Bronze Coffee Table with Flora and Fauna Motifs

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H 18 in Dm 40 in

Midcentury Scrolling Bronze Coffee Table with Flora and Fauna Motifs

Located in New York, NY

This whimsical yet sophisticated coffee table was realized in the United States, circa 1960.

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

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Maitland Smith Stacked Book Leather Bound 3 Drawer Cocktail Coffee Table

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H 17 in W 34.5 in D 28 in

Vintage Maitland Smith Stacked Book Leather Bound 3 Drawer Cocktail Coffee Table

By Maitland Smith

Located in Vero Beach, FL

Vintage Maitland Smith stacked book leather bound 3 drawer cocktail coffee table Whimsical, large black and gold Maitland Smith stacked book leather bound large 3-drawer cocktail ...

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20th Century Philippine Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Maitland Smith Iron & Bronze Monkey Base Etruscan Style Glass Top Coffee Table

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H 18 in Dm 40 in

Maitland Smith Iron & Bronze Monkey Base Etruscan Style Glass Top Coffee Table

By Maitland Smith, Paul Ferrante

Located in St. Louis, MO

Whimsical round coffee table crafted by Maitland-Smith, a brand renowned for their opulent, artisan-made furnishings since the 1970s.

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

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Heavy Bronze Lilypad Cocktail Table w/ Verdigris Patina

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H 21.5 in Dm 36 in

Heavy Bronze Lilypad Cocktail Table w/ Verdigris Patina

Located in North Miami, FL

This wonderfully whimsical bronze coffee table with 36 inch diameter beveled glass top features large bronze lily pads, flowers and grasshoppers in the MOST beautiful verdigris patin...

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Vintage 1970s American Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

Woodard Briarwood Daisy Wrought Iron Round Coffee Table

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H 17.24 in Dm 41.5 in

Woodard Briarwood Daisy Wrought Iron Round Coffee Table

By Woodard Furniture Co., Russell Woodard

Located in Stamford, CT

Capture some of that vintage Woodard chic with this whimsical yellow painted coffee table. We have many more fabulous Woodard pieces.

Category

Mid-20th Century American American Classical Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

2000s Contemporary Modern Coffee Table after Milo Baughman

$1,880Sale Price|20% Off

H 15.75 in W 40 in D 40 in

2000s Contemporary Modern Coffee Table after Milo Baughman

By Milo Baughman

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Contemporary Modern Square Coffee Table after Milo Baughman Aluminum in the style of Milo Baughman Unmarked 15.75 h x 40 x 40 Original unrestored vintage condition. Please see image...

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Early 2000s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Mid Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Jacks Coffee Table

$2,459

H 15.5 in W 59.5 in D 20.5 in

Mid Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Jacks Coffee Table

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Tulsa, OK

Mid Century Modern Adrian Pearsall Jacks Coffee Table Above average vintage condition and structurally sound. Has some expected slight finish wear and scratching on base. There are ...

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

Materials

Walnut

Vintage hidden bar coffee table by Eric Maville and Jean Claude Mahey, 1970s

$2,216

H 20.87 in W 48.43 in D 25.99 in

Vintage hidden bar coffee table by Eric Maville and Jean Claude Mahey, 1970s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Lacquered wood coffee table by Eric Maville and Jean Claude Mahey. This luxurious coffee table slides open to reveal a mirrored storage space for bottles and glass. If feautres a mi...

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Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Mirror, Lacquer

Belgium Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Coffee Table by Juliette Belarti, 1960s

$886Sale Price|20% Off

H 15.36 in W 47.84 in D 18.12 in

Belgium Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Coffee Table by Juliette Belarti, 1960s

By Juliette Belarti

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Wonderful Mid-Century Modern coffee table. Design by Julliette Belarti. Striking Belgium design from the 1960s. Chrome plated frame with ceramic tile top. Marked on the table top...

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

Materials

Chrome

Sculptural Low Profile Teak Base Glass Top Danish Midcentury Coffee Table

$3,800

H 18 in W 55 in D 24 in

Sculptural Low Profile Teak Base Glass Top Danish Midcentury Coffee Table

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Danish Mid-Century Modern sculptural base low profile floating glass top coffee table. Adrian Pearsall decor.

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

Materials

Glass, Teak

Vintage Coffee Table attr. to François Monnet, Italy, 1970s

$5,342

H 15.75 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in

Vintage Coffee Table attr. to François Monnet, Italy, 1970s

By François Monnet

Located in Roma, IT

Coffee table attr. to François Monnet. Shaped steel and glass coffee table for Kappa, 1970s. Measures : 90x90 x 35 cm. Good conditions.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

German Mid-Century Modern Abstract Mosaic Coffee Table, 1950s

$1,250

H 12.21 in W 39.57 in D 14.57 in

German Mid-Century Modern Abstract Mosaic Coffee Table, 1950s

Located in Milan, IT

A distinctive German Mid-Century Modern coffee table dating from the 1950s. The elongated, organically shaped top is hand-decorated with an abstract mosaic composition in muted shade...

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

Materials

Stone, Brass

Schmieg & Kotzian Attributed Chinoiserie Lacquer Coffee Table with Burlwood Top

$2,650

H 17.5 in W 45.5 in D 32 in

Schmieg & Kotzian Attributed Chinoiserie Lacquer Coffee Table with Burlwood Top

By Schmieg & Kotzian

Located in Morristown, NJ

A 20th century chinoiserie lacquer coffee table attributed to Schmieg & Kotzian. The shaped burlwood veneer top, with its rhythmic, swirling grain, provides warmth and movement with...

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Vintage 1950s American Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Burl, Paint

The 'Treteaux' Coffee Table by Design Frères

$3,900

H 14.5 in W 51 in D 31.5 in

The 'Treteaux' Coffee Table by Design Frères

By Jacques Quinet

Located in Los Angeles, CA

3/4 in. thick tempered glass top over polished stainless steel bases. The glass top can be ordered in a larger size (longer than 51 in. and wider than 31.5 in.).

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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Black and gilt coffee table on X base with chinoiserie design top

$2,800

H 19 in W 40 in D 26 in

Black and gilt coffee table on X base with chinoiserie design top

Located in Houston, TX

The unique shape of this table makes it highly effective with a black high gloss top With a chinoiserie design of floral and foliate designs. The edges are gold gilt with A light und...

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Late 20th Century North American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Giltwood, Paint

Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table, Brass and Ceramic, 1968

$2,728

H 17.72 in W 48.04 in D 25.79 in

Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table, Brass and Ceramic, 1968

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table, Brass and Ceramic, 1968

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

Materials

Brass

1970s French Designer Coffee Table with Tiled Signed Top

$397

H 16.54 in W 46.07 in D 22.05 in

1970s French Designer Coffee Table with Tiled Signed Top

Located in SAINTE-COLOMBE, FR

1970s French Designer Coffee Table with Tiled Signed Top This classically designed coffee table features hand drawn oak leaves and acorns decorated in gloss finish over individuall...

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

Materials

Ceramic, Beech, Teak

'Treteaux' Coffee Table by Design Frères

$3,900

H 14.5 in W 51 in D 31.5 in

'Treteaux' Coffee Table by Design Frères

By Jacques Quinet

Located in Los Angeles, CA

3/4 in. thick tempered glass top over polished stainless steel bases. The glass top can be ordered in a larger size (longer than 51 in. and wider than 31.5 in.).

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table by Adrian Pearsall, Walnut, Circa 1950

$4,900

H 15.75 in Dm 36 in

Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table by Adrian Pearsall, Walnut, Circa 1950

By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A round, vintage Mid-Century modern American coffee, sofa table made of hand crafted polished Walnut, designed by Adrian Pearsall and produced by Craft Associates in good condition. ...

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

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Vintage Italian Wood and Glass Coffee Table From 70s

$1,909

H 19.69 in W 31.89 in D 31.89 in

Vintage Italian Wood and Glass Coffee Table From 70s

Located in Catania, CT

Good original vintage condition with normal trace of age and use but some small defects on the glass near the brass pin as highlighted in picture. Manufactured in Italy during the 70...

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

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Glass

French Coffee Table Vallauris Glazed Ceramics Poplar and Iron, circa 1970

$1,273Sale Price|20% Off

H 15.95 in W 39.38 in D 18.51 in

French Coffee Table Vallauris Glazed Ceramics Poplar and Iron, circa 1970

By Vallauris

Located in Labrit, Landes

Coffee table with glazed faience from Vallauris and plated poplar Iron base French, mid-century Ceramic and iron. Good vintage condition with usual signs of use. Shipping: 47 / 10...

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

Materials

Iron

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$1,125

H 16.93 in W 22.05 in D 10.24 in

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By Mathieu Matégot

Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR

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$2,614 / item

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By Arteluce, Stilnovo, Gino Sarfatti

Located in Tavarnelle val di Pesa, Florence

Black and brass adjustable three-arm Triennale style chandelier. Please note price listed is for one chandelier. Superb classy variation of the mid-century iconic three-arm chandeli...

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$1,300 / item

H 14 in W 9 in D 9 in

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By Ethan Streicher, Streicher Goods

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Double Decker lamp is a tall, brutalist-inspired table lamp, perfect for lighting in larger living spaces, created by Streicher Goods in Brooklyn, NY. The lamp is composed of a...

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$2,650 / item

H 63.5 in Dm 16.25 in

Panoplie Iron Tripod Floor Lamp

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Iron tripod floor lamp with slender legs and tapered feet. New wiring and new linen shade. Sold individually and newly made by Panoplie. Please inquire for current lead time. Measure...

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$738 / item

H 17.72 in Dm 13.78 in

Handmade Green Ceramic Stoneware Side Table

Located in Braga, PT

This versatile ceramic stool serves equally well as extra seating, a sculptural accent, or a functional side table. Its drum-like silhouette evokes timeless ceramic traditions while ...

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$8,200

H 37.8 in W 31.5 in D 35.04 in

Guillerme & Chambron 'Petit Repos' Lounge Chair in Solid Oak

By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Guillerme et Chambron for Votre Maison, 'Petit Repos' lounge chair, solid oak, fabric, France, 1960s. Guillerme & Chambron are known for their high-quality solid oak furniture, ...

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Vintage Egyptian Revival Travertine Coffee Table Attributed to Maitland-Smith

$4,350

H 21 in W 42 in D 41 in

Vintage Egyptian Revival Travertine Coffee Table Attributed to Maitland-Smith

By Maitland Smith

Located in Morristown, NJ

An impressive Egyptian Revival coffee table combining monumental sculptural form with natural stone, inspired by the timeless architecture and symbolism of ancient Egypt. The substa...

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Eero Aarnio for Asko Chair Orange Fiberglass Pastil or 'Pastille', Finland, 1968

$1,700

H 20.48 in Dm 36.23 in

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By Eero Aarnio, Asko

Located in Hausmannstätten, AT

An orange high gloss fiberglass 'Pastille' ('pastil' or 'Gyro') chair designed by Finish designer Eero Aarnio in 1968 for modern furniture maker Asko Oy in Helsinki, Finland. This vi...

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Charles Dudouyt.- After - Solid Oak Sideboard, France, 1940s

$10,699

H 40.16 in W 78.75 in D 18.9 in

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By Charles Dudouyt

Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija

In the manner of Charles Dudouyt, three-door sideboard, solid oak, France, 1940s. This carved oak sideboard reflects the sculptural language Charles Dudouyt brought to French furnit...

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Very Rare Bar Cabinet by Charles Dudouyt, France, 1930s/40s

$7,190

H 33.86 in W 33.08 in D 16.54 in

Very Rare Bar Cabinet by Charles Dudouyt, France, 1930s/40s

By Charles Dudouyt

Located in Lewes, East Sussex

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$6,820

H 33.86 in W 63.39 in D 17.52 in

Sideboard “Calmare Nyckel”, Carl Malmsten, Sweden, 1950s

By Carl Malmsten

Located in Eskilstuna, SE

Sideboard in oak designed by Carl Malmsten as part of the “Calmare Nyckel” series. The piece features four framed cabinet doors and a decorative drawers with carved circular motifs...

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$1,800

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$18,188

H 7.09 in W 11.82 in D 4.34 in

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By François-Xavier Lalanne

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$3,193 / item

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By Tino Seubert

Located in London, GB

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$1,100

H 35.83 in W 17.13 in D 19.49 in

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Located in Waalwijk, NL

Chair, walnut, fabric, Italy, 1930s This elegant chair, crafted in Tuscany, Italy, during the 1930s, showcases the timeless beauty and craftsmanship of the period. Made from rich wa...

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A Mid-Century Modern Cabinet, in Style of Jean Prouvé, Sweden c. 1950s

$2,450

H 27.56 in W 31.5 in D 15.75 in

A Mid-Century Modern Cabinet, in Style of Jean Prouvé, Sweden c. 1950s

By Jean Prouvé

Located in Hønefoss, 30

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Whimsical Coffee Table For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the whimsical coffee table you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, glass and metal, every whimsical coffee table was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a whimsical coffee table — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Each whimsical coffee table bearing Modern or Hollywood Regency hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one whimsical coffee table that is appealing in its simplicity, but Maitland Smith produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Whimsical Coffee Table?

A whimsical coffee table can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,638, while the lowest priced sells for $795 and the highest can go for as much as $12,000.

Finding the Right Coffee-tables-cocktail-tables for You

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 — shop Art Deco coffee tables, travertine coffee tables and other antique and vintage coffee tables and cocktail tables today.

Questions About Whimsical Coffee Table

Can a coffee table be too low?
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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.
Who invented the coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
No one knows for sure who invented the coffee table. The earliest examples of the occasional table can be traced back to Victorian-era Britain. At that time, makers like William Watt and Collinson and Lock were producing coffee tables in large quantities.

Notably, F. Stuart Foote, the designer behind the American Imperial Furniture Company, claimed to have invented the coffee table in the early 20th century. He stated that he did so by cutting down the legs of a dining table. However, it's unlikely that Foote is the actual inventor of the coffee table, as books describing coffee tables existed in the UK a decade before his birth in 1872.

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What size should a coffee table be?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A coffee table should generally be two-thirds as long as the sofa it stands in front of and around the same height as the sofa’s seat cushions.
Is an ottoman a coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Typically, an ottoman is not a coffee table. An ottoman is a small cushioned seat without a back or arm rests. You can shop a collection of vintage and contemporary ottomans from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
Why is it called a coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
Coffee tables were originally used in living spaces during social gatherings to support a tray containing multiple mugs, a coffee pot, creamers and sugar bowls. Low to the ground and centrally located in the space, coffee tables reduced the host or hostess’s need to constantly stand and serve her guests.
What is the difference between a center table and a coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
The difference between a center table and a coffee table is usually size. Center tables tend to be larger-sized accent tables placed in the center of seating areas. On the other hand, coffee tables are smaller tables usually positioned in front of sofas and loveseats. On 1stDibs, find a variety of center tables and coffee tables.
Are end tables taller than coffee tables?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
Yes, end tables are generally taller than coffee tables.

The term “end table” is frequently used interchangeably with “coffee table,” and while these two furnishings have much in common, each table type offers its own distinctive benefits in your space.

Your end table is likely going to stand as tall as the arms of your sofa, and its depth will match the seating. These attributes allow for tucking the table neatly at the end of your sofa in order to provide an elevated surface between your seating and the wall. End tables are accent pieces — they’re a close cousin to side tables, but side tables, not unlike the show-stealing low-profile coffee table, are intended to be positioned prominently and have more to do with the flow and design of a room than an end table, which does a great job but does it out of the way of everything else.

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What is the difference between a coffee table and a console table?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
The difference between a coffee table and a console table is in the design. A coffee table is a low table that comes in many shapes, such as surfaces that are rectangles, squares, ovals or circles. Console tables are taller and usually have elongated shapes, such as ovals, rectangles or semicircles. Placement is another differentiator between the two types of tables. Coffee tables usually go in front of sofas and loveseats, while console tables may be placed behind a sofa or loveseat or along a wall. Find a large collection of coffee tables and console tables on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between a side table and a coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
The difference between a side table and a coffee table is mainly in the size and shape. Coffee tables usually feature larger tops but shorter legs. People typically place them in front of a sofa or a loveseat to rest books, drinks, remote controls and other items. Side tables also store items, but they are usually positioned beside an accent chair or at the ends of a sofa or loveseat. Shop a diverse assortment of side tables and coffee tables on 1stDibs.
Is there a difference between a coffee table and a cocktail table?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
"Coffee table" and "cocktail table" are used interchangeably; cocktail table is the more traditional term, often applied to lower, more formal designs.
What is the difference between a coffee table and a cocktail table?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
While both pieces are relatively new to the furniture world, the main difference between them are their shapes. A cocktail table is generally square or rectangular in shape, while a coffee table tends to be oval or circular in shape. You can shop a collection of furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between a sofa table and a coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
The difference between a sofa table and a coffee table is that a sofa table is always behind the sofa and a coffee table is in front of it. Additionally, a sofa table is the same height as the sofa and a coffee table is much shorter.
How big should a coffee table be for a sectional?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
How big a coffee table for a sectional should be depends on the dimensions of the sectional. For a balanced look, a coffee table should be roughly two-thirds of the length of the sofa portion of a sofa and chaise sectional. If you have an L-shaped sofa, the coffee table should be around two-thirds of the length of each arm. Find a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
How do I authenticate my Noguchi coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To authenticate your Noguchi coffee table, there are three different marks to look for. Isamu Noguchi’s signature will be on the edge of the table and on a medallion under the base. Even under the medallion, you will find Noguchi’s initials. Shop a collection of properly vetted Noguchi pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
How do you stack books on a coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
To stack books on a coffee table, place the largest one on the bottom with the spine facing the focal piece of furniture, usually the sofa. Then, add the next largest, lining up the inner edges so that the spines create a stepped effect. Continue adding books to complete the stack and top it off with a decorative object if you wish. Shop a variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
How do you date a Lane coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
To date a Lane coffee table, look for the serial number on the underside of the piece. On most Lane coffee tables, reading the number from right to left will tell you the date that the table was manufactured. For example, a serial number that says 852140 would have been produced on April 12, 1958. Founded in Virginia in the early 20th century, Lane is largely known for its cedar chests and innovative mid-century modern designs. Find a variety of Lane coffee tables on 1stDibs.
What is a tall coffee table called?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
A tall coffee table is usually called exactly that — a tall coffee table. Coffee tables, also referred to as cocktail tables, are generally designed to sit at or below the sofa's seat height. These tables may come in a range of sizes, but they are often between 16 and 18 inches high and are designed in a variety of lengths and widths. They’re meant to provide a practical table-top surface that complements your living room layout. (A tall version might also be suitable for use as a dining table.) Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tall coffee tables from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
What is the best height for a coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
The best height for a coffee table is around 1 to 2 inches lower than the seat height of the adjacent sofa. Most sofas feature seat heights of around 17 or 18 inches. As a result, the most common height for coffee tables is 15 to 17 inches. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of coffee tables.
What is the best coffee table for a sectional?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
The best coffee table for a sectional can be a round coffee table, particularly with respect to U-shaped sectionals. The circular design creates a sense of balance in small spaces and renders it easy for guests to move to and fro, especially when surrounded by chairs. Find a collection of antique and vintage coffee tables on 1stDibs today.
What is the average height of a coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
The average height of a coffee table is around 16 to 18 inches. Designers typically choose this height to create a balance between coffee tables and sofas. The average seat height of sofas is 17 to 18 inches, and experts typically recommend that coffee tables be no more than 1 inch shorter than sofa-seat height. Explore a diverse assortment of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

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