What are the best coffee makers?

The best coffee makers really come down to preference. on 1stDibs, you can find a variety of Georgian, Victorian, Art Deco, Regency, and mid-century modern coffee makers that will fit your style preference.

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.

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.

Why are Turkish coffee pots copper?

Turkish coffee pots are usually copper due to the properties of the metal. Copper efficiently conducts heat, helping coffee to brew faster and keeping the liquid hotter for longer. On 1stDibs, you can shop a selection of antique coffee pots.

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.

Are glass coffee tables durable?

Whether glass coffee tables are durable depends on the craftsmanship and the materials. Generally, tables with tempered glass are less likely to shatter and break. How well you care for a coffee table will also impact its life span. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of glass coffee tables.

Should a coffee table be lower than a couch?

Yes, a coffee table should generally be lower than a couch. However, the top of the table should only be slightly lower than the couch to maintain a balanced look. A good rule of thumb is to choose a table no more than one inch shorter than your sofa's seat height. Explore a large collection of coffee tables 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.

Are copper coffee pots safe?

Opinions on whether or not copper coffee pots are safe vary. Some experts raise concerns over the use of copper vessels and recommend that you only use ones lined with another metal like tin or aluminum. As a result, people may choose to use antique pots only as decorative objects. Shop a range of antique copper coffee pots on 1stDibs.

What is the standard size of a coffee table?

There isn't really a standard size of a coffee table. Manufacturers produce coffee tables in a range of sizes and shapes. However, many rectangular tables are around 45 to 48 inches in length by 25 to 28 inches in width. Heights typically range from 16 to 18 inches. Shop a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

Coffee Can

French Empire Porcelain

Stone China

Paint Cans

Coffee Tables Resin And Wood

Flight Barr And Barr Porcelain

Spode Hand Painted

England Porcelain

Paris Ceramics

Category

Mid-20th Century English Victorian Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Set of Five Aynsley Porcelain Painted Coffee Cups and Saucers, Signed N.Brunt

$892 / set

Four Royal Worcester Hand Coloured Demitasse Pattern Z2655

By Royal Worcester

Located in East Geelong, VIC

These very finely potted Royal Worcester porcelain demitasse, or coffee cans, and their saucers

Category

Vintage 1940s English Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Four Royal Worcester Hand Coloured Demitasse Pattern Z2655

$200 / set

Coffee Can, Blue and White "Man at the Window" Bow Porcelain, circa 1760

By Bow Porcelain

Located in Melbourne, Victoria

Painted in under-glaze blue with a pattern possibly depicting a reluctant bride. Provenance Taylor Collection; Mercury Antiques.

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century English Chinoiserie Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Coffee Can, Blue and White "Man at the Window" Bow Porcelain, circa 1760

$2,380

19th Century Imperial Porcelain Coffee Set

By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres

Located in Paris, FR

and "Given by their Imperial Majesties". Comprising a coffee pot and its cover, a cream jug, a sugar

Category

Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century Imperial Porcelain Coffee Set

$32,316

Early 19th c. Minton Partial Tea Service

By Minton

Located in Atlanta, GA

wide by 5 1/2 inches height) a Tea Cup and Saucer and 4 coffee cans. Can be sold individually, please

Category

Antique 19th Century English Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Early 19th c. Minton Partial Tea Service

$2,385 / set

Susie Cooper Coffee Set Cornpoppy Pattern

By Susie Cooper

Located in East Geelong, VIC

This bone china Susie Cooper coffee set is decorated with the popular Cornpoppy pattern on the Can

Category

Vintage 1970s English Serving Pieces

Materials

Porcelain

Susie Cooper Coffee Set Cornpoppy Pattern

$575 / set

Armada Coffee Table

By Zoran Jedrejcic

Located in Beograd, RS

Armada coffee table follows the idea of the whole collection, using lightness and powerful shapes

Category

2010s Balkan Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Ash, Oak, Walnut

Armada Coffee Table

$1,879 / item

Dibbet Coffee Table

By De JONG Co.

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Dibbet coffee table is a minimalist, round table with a glass lens-shaped insert recessed into

Category

2010s American Minimalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Oak

Dibbet Coffee Table

$1,900

Dunbar coffee table

By Dunbar Furniture

Located in Hudson, NY

Stained coffee table with canning and travertine top.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Travertine, Brass

Dunbar coffee table

$2,200

Coffee Table: French, Small

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The design of the French coffee table holds the responsibility of being the home’s communal anchor

Category

2010s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stone, Silver, Brass

Coffee Table: French, Small

Coffee Table: French, Large

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The design of the French Coffee Table holds the responsibility of being the home’s communal anchor

Category

2010s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stone, Silver, Brass

Coffee Table: French, Large

Crossword Coffee Table Cubes

By Dyan Ditolla Grey

Located in New York, NY

Crossword coffee table cubes can be used and moved anywhere as a convenient surface. White

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Crossword Coffee Table Cubes

$975 / item

Nokogiri Coffee Table Bench

Located in Monte-Serzedo, 13

Nokogiri could not be just a coffee table. It can be used as a centre table, a footrest or entry bench

Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Ash, Oak, Walnut

Nokogiri Coffee Table Bench

$2,235

Nokogiri Coffee Table Bench

Located in Monte-Serzedo, 13

Nokogiri could not be just a coffee table. It can be used as a centre table, a footrest or entry bench

Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Ash, Oak, Walnut

Nokogiri Coffee Table Bench

$2,073

Custom Round Barnwood Coffee Table

By Ernest Thompson

Located in Albuquerque, NM

Custom Round Barnwood Coffee Table can be custom ordered in any size and finish. Custom orders

Category

2010s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Reclaimed Wood

Custom Round Barnwood Coffee Table

$3,412

Mahogany Outdoor Contemporary Coffee Table

By Zelonky Studios

Located in Lakeville, CT

This coffee table can be constructed either out of teak, mahogany or PT lumber that is then stained

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Country Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Mahogany Outdoor Contemporary Coffee Table

$4,750 / item

Modernist Danish Coffee Table, 1950

Located in Perpignan, FR

Modernist scandinavian coffee table made of teak. Can be also used as a bench.

Category

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

Modernist Danish Coffee Table, 1950

$778

Nokogiri Coffee Table Bench+ Cushion

Located in Monte-Serzedo, 13

Nokogiri could not be just a coffee table. It can be used as a centre table, a footrest or entry bench

Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Ash, Oak, Walnut

Nokogiri Coffee Table Bench+ Cushion

$2,475

Catarina coffee table, by Margherita Sala

By Margherita Sala

Located in Renate, MB

For cigar lovers and more, Margart has created a timeless coffee table. A new icon of luxury bio

Category

2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass, Other

Catarina coffee table, by Margherita Sala

$7,660 / item

Nokogiri Coffee Table Bench - 130cm + Cushion

Located in Monte-Serzedo, 13

Nokogiri could not be just a coffee table. It can be used as a centre table, a footrest or entry bench

Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Ash, Oak, Walnut

Nokogiri Coffee Table Bench - 130cm + Cushion

$2,312

Two Piece Italian Travertine Coffee Table

Located in Nashville, TN

Two piece Italian travertine coffee table. Can be placed together or separately. The shorter

Category

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

Materials

Travertine

Two Piece Italian Travertine Coffee Table

$7,500 / set

Brass Drum Coffee Table - Stainless Steel - Finish

By Spazio Bressan

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Introducing Tropea, a coffee table that redefines sophistication and simplicity, bringing a touch

Category

2010s Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal, Bronze, Stainless Steel

Brass Drum Coffee Table - Stainless Steel - Finish

$2,200 / item

Halo Coffee Table in Laminated Birch

By Ben Erickson, Erickson Aesthetics

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Not So General Gallery in Los Angeles is proud to present the Halo coffee table by Brooklyn-based

Category

2010s American Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Birch

Halo Coffee Table in Laminated Birch

$5,000 / item

Coffee Table Screen, Rectangle, Wood, Glass, Straw

Located in Miami, FL

The design of the screen coffee table, signed by Mauricio Bomfim, is a real trip back in time, as

Category

2010s Brazilian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Straw, Cut Glass, Wood

Coffee Table Screen, Rectangle, Wood, Glass, Straw

$4,850

Oval Upholstered Coffee Table by Modenese Luxury Interiors

By Modenese Gastone

Located in PADOVA, Italy

A really stylish touch, this beautiful oval upholstered coffee table can be customized in fabrics

Category

2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf

Oval Upholstered Coffee Table by Modenese Luxury Interiors

$5,170 / item

Thor coffee table with bow tie legs

Located in London, GB

. Careful planning has gone into the design so this coffee table is robust but can be easily assembled. It

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Epoxy Resin, Walnut

Thor coffee table with bow tie legs

$4,372

1980 Murano Stacked Glass Ice Block Coffee Table

Located in Staten Island, NY

1980 Murano Stacked Glass Ice Block Coffee Table. The table top can be separated from the stacked

Category

Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass

1980 Murano Stacked Glass Ice Block Coffee Table

$3,550

English Round Flame Mahogany Cocktail Coffee Table

Located in Atlanta, GA

This exquisite round mahogany coffee table was crafted in England around the year 1960. Today, the

Category

Vintage 1960s English Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Mahogany

English Round Flame Mahogany Cocktail Coffee Table

$1,530

Sculptural Glass Coffee Table by Guiseppi Scapinelli

By Giuseppe Scapinelli

Located in Hollywood, CA

A sculptural glass coffee table by Guiseppi Scapinelli in rich natural solid Peroba de Campos. The

Category

Vintage 1960s Brazilian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass

Sculptural Glass Coffee Table by Guiseppi Scapinelli

$7,000

Halo Coffee Table in Brass-Plated Steel

By Ben Erickson, Erickson Aesthetics

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Not So General Gallery in Los Angeles is proud to present the Halo coffee table by Brooklyn-based

Category

2010s American Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel

Halo Coffee Table in Brass-Plated Steel

$8,250 / item

Antique Burr Walnut Coffee Table Dining Tables

Located in Potters Bar, Herts

Unusual coffee table that can be converted into a dining table also. Hence very handy and

Category

Vintage 1950s Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Antique Burr Walnut Coffee Table Dining Tables

$2,738

Metal Drum Coffee Table - Stainless Steel - Finish: Bronze

By Spazio Bressan

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Introducing Tropea, a coffee table that redefines sophistication and simplicity, bringing a touch

Category

2010s Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal, Bronze, Stainless Steel

Metal Drum Coffee Table - Stainless Steel - Finish: Bronze

$2,200 / item

Small Two-Drawer Drop Leaf Coffee Cocktail Table

Located in Atlanta, GA

Crafted around the year 1960, this antique coffee table is a unique and compelling piece. As

Category

Vintage 1960s English Chippendale Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Small Two-Drawer Drop Leaf Coffee Cocktail Table

$735

Finn Juhl Fj56 Coffee Table by Niels Vodder

By Niels Vodder, Finn Juhl

Located in Albuquerque, NM

of a coffee table was around 21 inches. You sat in a parlor space and drank coffee at a such a table

Category

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

Materials

Teak

Finn Juhl Fj56 Coffee Table by Niels Vodder

$31,000

20th Century Coffee Table Converted From An Ammunition Case

Located in Lučenec, SK

This is a unique coffe table, which was converted from an ammunition case. It has iron legs. The

Category

Vintage 1940s Czech Industrial Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Iron

20th Century Coffee Table Converted From An Ammunition Case

$861

Halo Coffee End Table in Bronze and Walnut

By Erickson Aesthetics, Ben Erickson

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Not So General Gallery in Los Angeles is proud to present the Halo Coffee Table by Brooklyn-based

Category

2010s American Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

Halo Coffee End Table in Bronze and Walnut

$17,500 / item

Redwood Mid Century Modern Wood Slat Coffee Table / Bench

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This super rare quality coffee table is constructed with Redwood from California in the 1960s

Category

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

Materials

Hardwood

Redwood Mid Century Modern Wood Slat Coffee Table / Bench

$2,400

Opus Pear Coffee Table in Walnut by Mark Levin

By Mark Levin

Located in Albuquerque, NM

Voluptuous and ripe The Opus Pear coffee table’s charm and beauty work in both modern and

Category

2010s American Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Mahogany, Walnut, Ash, Cherry

Opus Pear Coffee Table in Walnut by Mark Levin

$16,500

1970 s Coffee Table with Tempered Glass on Zig-Zag Frame

Located in Budapest, HU

This coffee table, which comes from the 1970s, has a slim chrome frame that is designed in a zig

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass

1970 s Coffee Table with Tempered Glass on Zig-Zag Frame

$890

Wormhole Coffee Table End Table in Brass Plated Steel

By Erickson Aesthetics, Ben Erickson

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Not So General Gallery in Los Angeles is proud to present the Wormhole Coffee Table by Brooklyn

Category

2010s American Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel

Wormhole Coffee Table End Table in Brass Plated Steel

$9,500 / item

Modern Rectangular Coffee Table with White Legs and Silver Balloons

By Duffy London

Located in London, GB

This modern coffee table design from the Duffy London studio is available now in a number of

Category

2010s British Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel

Modern Rectangular Coffee Table with White Legs and Silver Balloons

$14,825 / item

Tusk Round Coffee Table, Contemporary Handmade Macassar Ebony and Glass

By Gregg Lipton

Located in Cumberland, ME

Timeless in style and design. A transitional contemporary glass top coffee table working well in

Category

2010s American Biedermeier Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Macassar

Tusk Round Coffee Table, Contemporary Handmade Macassar Ebony and Glass

$6,985 / item

21st Century Coffee Table Felizitas L by Katharina von Brockdorff

By Katharina von Brockdorff

Located in Paris, FR

21st century coffee table Felizitas L by Katharina von Brockdorff Limited edition dated and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Alabaster, Brass

21st Century Coffee Table Felizitas L by Katharina von Brockdorff

$20,347

Tusk Oval Coffee Table, Contemporary Handmade Macassar Ebony and Glass

By Gregg Lipton

Located in Cumberland, ME

Timeless in in style and design. A transitional contemporary glass top coffee table working well in

Category

2010s American Biedermeier Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Macassar

Tusk Oval Coffee Table, Contemporary Handmade Macassar Ebony and Glass

$7,585 / item

21st Century Coffee Table Felizitas M by Katharina von Brockdorff

By Katharina von Brockdorff

Located in Paris, FR

21st century coffee table Felizitas M by Katharina von Brockdorff Limited edition dated and signed

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Alabaster, Brass

21st Century Coffee Table Felizitas M by Katharina von Brockdorff

$16,158

Pace Glass and Chrome Midcentury End Table or Coffee Table

By Pace Collection

Located in New York, NY

inches thick. This is an ideal end table or petit coffee / cocktail table. Complimentary Delivery can be

Category

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

Materials

Chrome

Pace Glass and Chrome Midcentury End Table or Coffee Table

$795

Pair of Sindbad Coffee Tables by Vico Magistretti, Cassina, 1981

By Cassina, Vico Magistretti

Located in Lausanne, Vaud

Sleek long pair of coffee tables with a Japanese almost Perriand-like touch. Made of ebonized

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Ash

Pair of Sindbad Coffee Tables by Vico Magistretti, Cassina, 1981

$2,800 / set

Ombre Glass Coffee End Table Low in Blue / Clear Glass

By Germans Ermics

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Not So General Gallery in Los Angeles is proud to present the Ombre Glass Coffee Table Low

Category

2010s Dutch Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass

Ombre Glass Coffee End Table Low in Blue / Clear Glass

$8,000 / item

21st Century Minimalist Solid Copper and Glass, Low Coffee Table

By Studio Dessuant Bone

Located in Paris, FR

Low coffee table by Studio Dessuant Bone forms part of the Art Industrial collection a limited

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Copper

21st Century Minimalist Solid Copper and Glass, Low Coffee Table

$17,235

Coffee Table "Cristallo" design by Giò Pozzi for Officina della Scala

Located in Milano, IT

“Cristallo” is a coffee table that can be considered a real work of art. This table is the fusion

Category

2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Crystal, Stainless Steel

Coffee Table "Cristallo" design by Giò Pozzi for Officina della Scala

$31,718

Tusk Oval Coffee Table in Stock Contemporary Handmade Macassar Ebony Glass

By Gregg Lipton

Located in Cumberland, ME

Timeless in style and design. A transitional contemporary glass top coffee table working well in

Category

2010s American Biedermeier Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Macassar

Tusk Oval Coffee Table in Stock Contemporary Handmade Macassar Ebony Glass

$7,385 / item

Contemporary Pink Coffee Table Handcrafted 100% Recycled Plastic by Anqa Studios

By Anqa Studios

Located in Camischolas, CH

Contemporary Pink Coffee Table Hand-Crafted 100% Recycled Plastic by Anqa Studios ANQA Studios

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Plastic

Contemporary Pink Coffee Table Handcrafted 100% Recycled Plastic by Anqa Studios

$7,720 / item

Pair of Italian Brass and Chrome Coffee Tables by Romeo Rega

By Romeo Rega

Located in Dallas, TX

Pair of Italian brass and chrome coffee tables by Romeo Rega, circa 1970s. The pair of coffee

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Pair of Italian Brass and Chrome Coffee Tables by Romeo Rega

$10,700 / set

Danish Teak Coffee Table by Severin Hansen for Haslev Mobelfabrik, 1950s

By Severin Hansen Jr., Haslev Mobelsnedkeri

Located in Amsterdam, NL

This Danish design coffee table by Severin Hansen for Haslev Mobelfabrik is made of teak veneer

Category

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

Materials

Teak, Wood

Danish Teak Coffee Table by Severin Hansen for Haslev Mobelfabrik, 1950s

$1,256

Afterglow Round Coffee Table of Marble and Copper, Made in Italy

By Emél Browne

Located in London, GB

The Afterglow coffee table is designed by Emél & Browne in the minimalist and contemporary style

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel

Afterglow Round Coffee Table of Marble and Copper, Made in Italy

$7,813 / item

Afterglow Round Coffee Table of Marble and Bronze, Made in Italy

By Emél Browne

Located in London, GB

The Afterglow coffee table is designed by Emél & Browne in the minimalist and contemporary style

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel

Afterglow Round Coffee Table of Marble and Bronze, Made in Italy

$7,813 / item

Afterglow Round Coffee Table of Marble and Brass, Made in Italy

By Emél Browne

Located in London, GB

The Afterglow coffee table is designed by Emél & Browne in the Minimalist and contemporary style

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass, Bronze, Copper, Steel

Afterglow Round Coffee Table of Marble and Brass, Made in Italy

$7,813 / item

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Coffee Can For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the coffee can you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, reclaimed wood and petrified wood, every coffee can was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a coffee can, we have 1453 options in-stock, while there are 902 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the coffee can you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A coffee can, designed in the mid-century modern, modern or Georgian style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made coffee can over the years, but those crafted by Andrianna Shamaris, Sebastian Herkner and Greenapple are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Coffee Can?

A coffee can can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,843, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $4,760,194.

Questions About Coffee Can

What are the best coffee makers?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
The best coffee makers really come down to preference. on 1stDibs, you can find a variety of Georgian, Victorian, Art Deco, Regency, and mid-century modern coffee makers that will fit your style preference.
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.
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?
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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.
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.
Why are Turkish coffee pots copper?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Turkish coffee pots are usually copper due to the properties of the metal. Copper efficiently conducts heat, helping coffee to brew faster and keeping the liquid hotter for longer. On 1stDibs, you can shop a selection of antique coffee pots.
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.
Are glass coffee tables durable?
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1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
Whether glass coffee tables are durable depends on the craftsmanship and the materials. Generally, tables with tempered glass are less likely to shatter and break. How well you care for a coffee table will also impact its life span. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of glass coffee tables.
Should a coffee table be lower than a couch?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
Yes, a coffee table should generally be lower than a couch. However, the top of the table should only be slightly lower than the couch to maintain a balanced look. A good rule of thumb is to choose a table no more than one inch shorter than your sofa's seat height. Explore a large collection of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
Why are modern coffee tables so low?
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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.
Are copper coffee pots safe?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Opinions on whether or not copper coffee pots are safe vary. Some experts raise concerns over the use of copper vessels and recommend that you only use ones lined with another metal like tin or aluminum. As a result, people may choose to use antique pots only as decorative objects. Shop a range of antique copper coffee pots on 1stDibs.
What is the standard size of a coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
There isn't really a standard size of a coffee table. Manufacturers produce coffee tables in a range of sizes and shapes. However, many rectangular tables are around 45 to 48 inches in length by 25 to 28 inches in width. Heights typically range from 16 to 18 inches. Shop a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

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