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 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.

What is a tray top coffee table?

Tray top coffee tables are coffee tables with long, flat rectangular surfaces that are supported by an x-frame base. Low tables that were initially used as tea or coffee tables have been around since at least the mid- to late-1800s. After coffee drinking and “coffee breaks” became popular, it didn’t take long for coffee and cocktail tables to become a design staple and for consumers to recognize their role in entertaining no matter what beverages were being served. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary tray top coffee tables from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

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.

How do you style an oval coffee table?

To style an oval coffee table, create balance with opposites. Choose a sofa and accent chairs with a boxier shape for a striking contrast. Place a rectangular tray in the center and use it to display decorative accents or to store remotes and coasters. Another approach to decorating an oval table is to use decorative accents at different heights. Think of a tall vase placed next to a low bowl and a small sculpture positioned on top of two stacked coffee table books. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of oval coffee tables.

How do I style a Noguchi coffee table?

Styling a Noguchi coffee table really depends on the space you’re placing it in. The possibilities are far-reaching, so consider the colors and coordination of the other furniture and fixtures around the table. Noguchi tables look beautiful on their own or styled with flowers, books or pottery. Shop a selection of Isamu Noguchi pieces on 1stDibs.

How much does a coffee table cost?

On 1stdibs, a coffee table costs between $160 and $495,500.

When did coffee tables become popular?

Coffee tables became popular in the 1920s and ’30s. Pieces from this time period often show off the characteristics of Art Deco design, such as metal accents, mirrored finishes and the use of exotic woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. Coffee tables first came into use during the Victorian era, largely in response to the rise of coffee houses in London. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary coffee tables.

What does the Dallah coffee pot represent?

In Bedouin culture, the Dallah, or coffee pot, represents generosity and hospitality. Displaying one also means that a person has enough wealth to entertain others comfortably. Shop a range of Dallah coffee pots from some of the world’s top sellers 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.

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.

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

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Vintage 1970s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Travertine

Two piece Italian travertine coffee table

$2,000

Elevator Teak Coffee Table, Denmark, 1960

Located in Praha, CZ

This very nice shaped functional coffee table can be also used like a dining table. It can be also

Category

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

Materials

Teak

Elevator Teak Coffee Table, Denmark, 1960

$897

Italian Marble and Brass Coffee Table

Located in New York, NY

Italian marble top and brass coffee table which can be used in several positions. The two end

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Italian Marble and Brass Coffee Table

$4,700

Pace Coffee Table By Lawson-Fenning

By Lawson-Fenning

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Onyx and chrome coffee table by Lawson-Fenning. Can be made in custom sizes and finishes. Side

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Onyx, Stainless Steel, Chrome

Pace Coffee Table By Lawson-Fenning

$3,450

Andrianna Shamaris Petrified Wood Coffee Table

Located in New York, NY

Impressive light toned single petrified wood slab coffee table with antiqued steel legs. We have a

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Indonesian Organic Modern Coffee and Co...

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood, Petrified Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Petrified Wood Coffee Table

$8,900

Andrianna Shamaris Petrified Wood Coffee Table

Located in New York, NY

Impressive light toned single petrified wood slab coffee table with antiqued steel legs. We have a

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Indonesian Organic Modern Coffee and Co...

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood, Petrified Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Petrified Wood Coffee Table

$8,900

Andrianna Shamaris Petrified Wood Coffee Table

Located in New York, NY

Impressive light toned single petrified wood slab coffee table with antiqued steel legs. We have a

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Indonesian Organic Modern Coffee and Co...

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood, Petrified Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Petrified Wood Coffee Table

$8,900

Coffee Tables by Alberto Pinto, 1970

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Alberto Pinto Decorator Two large coffee tables can form only one. Events in lacquered wood

Category

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

Materials

Wood

Coffee Tables by Alberto Pinto, 1970

$17,950 / set

Andrianna Shamaris Beautiful Rare Petrified Wood Coffee Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

coffee table. We can also custom large slabs for counter tops, dining tables or coffee tables. We have

Category

2010s Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood, Petrified Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Beautiful Rare Petrified Wood Coffee Table

$8,500

Elegant Gilt Iron Coffee Table Base

Located in Buchanan, NY

French wrought iron coffee table base , circa 1940s. Can be used with inset top ( stone or glass

Category

20th Century French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Elegant Gilt Iron Coffee Table Base

$1,800

1930 s Italian Gilded Coffee Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1930's Italian gilded coffee table. The table can support a larger size glasstop, if desired

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Iron, Gold Leaf

1930 s Italian Gilded Coffee Table

$5,400

Karl Springer Lacquered Goatskin Coffee Table

Located in North Miami, FL

Lacquered Goatskin Coffee Table - Goatskin top can be romoved for use as a serving tray.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Goatskin

Karl Springer Lacquered Goatskin Coffee Table

$7,900

Spode Porcelain Teacup Trio, Imari Tobacco Leaf Patt. 967, Regency, circa 1810

By Spode

Located in London, GB

of a teacup, a coffee cup and a saucer; as you would never drink tea and coffee at the same time, why

Category

Antique 1810s English Regency Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Spode Porcelain Teacup Trio, Imari Tobacco Leaf Patt. 967, Regency, circa 1810

$525 / set

Flight Barr Barr Teacup Trio, Peach Gilt Strawberries, Regency, circa 1815

By Flight, Barr Barr Worcester

Located in London, GB

"true trio" consisting of a teacup, a coffee cup and a saucer; as you would never drink tea and coffee

Category

Antique 1810s English Regency Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Flight Barr Barr Teacup Trio, Peach Gilt Strawberries, Regency, circa 1815

$495 / set

Pair of Bonanza coffee tables by Asko, Finland, 1960s

By Asko

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Add a touch of Scandinavian design with this exquisite pair of Bonanza coffee tables by Asko

Category

Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Oak

Pair of Bonanza coffee tables by Asko, Finland, 1960s

$1,017 / set

Danish Teak 2-Tier Coffee Table, 1960

Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR

Square coffee table that can be used as a corner table, very beautiful wood grain.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Teak

Danish Teak 2-Tier Coffee Table, 1960

$1,436

Italian Brass Smoked Glass Coffee/Cocktail Table

Located in Palm Springs, CA

An adjustable Italian brass table, with smoked glass. This coffee/cocktail table can be configured

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Italian Brass Smoked Glass Coffee/Cocktail Table

$1,900

Early 19th Century Indian Door Coffee Table

Located in Benington, Herts

A superb early 19th century teak Indian entrance door converted into a coffee table. Indian

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Early 19th Century Indian Door Coffee Table

$2,400

George Nelson for Herman Miller Coffee Table

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Three foot coffee table can be extended to six feet by pulling out the two racks concealed in it's

Category

American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

George Nelson for Herman Miller Coffee Table

$1,995

Danish Modern Convertible Coffee or Dining Table

Located in Atlanta, GA

Danish modern style convertible coffee or dining table, Sweden, circa 1950s. It is a versatile size

Category

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

Materials

Metal, Brass

Danish Modern Convertible Coffee or Dining Table

$2,800

Up Up Travertine Triangular Coffee Tables, 1970s

By Up Up

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Pair of 1970s italian travertine stone triangular coffee tables by Up&Up. Can be used as one

Category

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

Materials

Straw

Up Up Travertine Triangular Coffee Tables, 1970s

$1,908 / set

Up Up travertine triangular coffee tables, 1970s

By Up Up

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Pair of 1970s italian travertine stone triangular coffee tables by Up&Up. Can be used as one table

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Travertine

Up Up travertine triangular coffee tables, 1970s

$1,795 / set

Up Up travertine triangular coffee tables, 1970s

By Up Up

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Pair of 1970s italian travertine stone triangular coffee tables by Up&Up. Can be used as one table

Category

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

Materials

Travertine

Up Up travertine triangular coffee tables, 1970s

$2,094 / set

Vintage round travertine coffee table set, 1970s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Vintage round travertine coffee table set. The tables can be set up in different compositions

Category

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

Materials

Travertine

Vintage round travertine coffee table set, 1970s

$1,795 / set

Danish Styled Walnut Coffee Table by Otmar

By Otmar

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A well crafted walnut octangular and inset smoked glass smaller scale coffee table or can be used

Category

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

Materials

Smoked Glass, Walnut

Danish Styled Walnut Coffee Table by Otmar

$1,575

Up Up travertine triangular coffee tables, 1970s

By Up Up

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Pair of 1970s italian travertine stone triangular coffee tables by Up&Up. Can be used as one table

Category

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

Materials

Travertine

Up Up travertine triangular coffee tables, 1970s

$2,094 / set

Up Up travertine triangular coffee tables, 1970s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Pair of 1970s italian travertine stone triangular coffee tables by Up&Up. Can be used as one table

Category

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

Materials

Travertine

Up Up travertine triangular coffee tables, 1970s

$2,333 / set

Etched Brass Coffee Table by Daniel Dhaeseleer

By Daniel Dhaeseleer

Located in Vlimmeren, BE

This classic etched brass coffee table can be dated in the 1970s, it is marked with the monogram DD

Category

Vintage 1970s Belgian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Etched Brass Coffee Table by Daniel Dhaeseleer

$3,530

Alvar Aalto Coffee Cart Model 901, Artek

By Alvar Aalto, Artek

Located in Helsinki, FI

yet elegant cart is easy to move and is of course suitable for coffee or tea events. It can also add

Category

Vintage 1950s Finnish Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Laminate, Birch

Alvar Aalto Coffee Cart Model 901, Artek

$11,727

Danish Modern Coffee Table or Bench by Lovig

By Løvig Design

Located in Atlanta, GA

Danish Modern Coffee Table or Bench, designed for the Lovig Company, Denmark, circa 1960's. This

Category

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

Materials

Teak

Danish Modern Coffee Table or Bench by Lovig

$1,800

French Baker s Style Glass and Metal Coffee Table

By Andrew Willner

Located in Sheffield, MA

Elegant French baker's pastry style wrought iron and glass top coffee table. Can be used indoor or

Category

20th Century French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wrought Iron

French Baker s Style Glass and Metal Coffee Table

$3,600

Roger Capron Rectangular Pressed Leaf Coffee Table, 1970s

By Roger Capron

Located in Baambrugge, NL

Beautiful coffee table by Roger Capron (1922-2006) made in the 1970s. Capron used leafs which he

Category

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

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

Roger Capron Rectangular Pressed Leaf Coffee Table, 1970s

$1,316

Roger Capron Circular Pressed Leaf Coffee Table, 1970s

By Roger Capron

Located in Baambrugge, NL

Beautiful coffee table by Roger Capron (1922-2006) made in the 1970s. Capron used leafs which he

Category

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

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

Roger Capron Circular Pressed Leaf Coffee Table, 1970s

$1,914

Large coffee table set by Maison Charles, 1970s

By Maison Charles

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Large coffee table set by Maison Charles consisting of 4 nesting tables in brass and chrome with

Category

Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Large coffee table set by Maison Charles, 1970s

$2,094 / set

Andrianna Shamaris Single Slab Petrified Wood Coffee Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful beige tones on this 3.5” thick single slab petrified wood coffee table or counter top. We

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood, Petrified Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Single Slab Petrified Wood Coffee Table

$12,900

Andrianna Shamaris High Quality Petrified Wood Coffee Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

High quality super smooth petrified wood coffee table, dining table or counter top. Stunning black

Category

2010s Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood, Petrified Wood

Andrianna Shamaris High Quality Petrified Wood Coffee Table

$19,800

Scandinavian Coffee Table Rosewood and Marble Denmark 1960

Located in Etten-Leur, NL

Beautiful and unique Scandinavian coffee table by unknown designer or manufacturer, Denmark 1960

Category

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

Materials

Marble, Metal

Scandinavian Coffee Table Rosewood and Marble Denmark 1960

$1,914

Andrianna Shamaris Super Smooth Petrified Wood Coffee Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

High quality super smooth petrified wood coffee table, dining table or counter top. Stunning beige

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood, Petrified Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Super Smooth Petrified Wood Coffee Table

$16,800

LUNA COFFEE TABLE - Bleached White Oak SHO MODERN

By Susan Hornbeak-Ortiz

Located in Laguna Niguel, CA

, leading to slight variations and natural irregularities Tired of coffee tables that are just, well

Category

2010s Indian Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Oak

LUNA COFFEE TABLE - Bleached White Oak SHO MODERN

$2,935 / item

Papillon Extension Coffee Table by Gamba Guerra, 1980s

By Naos, Achille Gamba

Located in Rijssen, NL

Iconic contemporary NAOS Papillion coffee table by Gamba & Guerra. Like a beautiful butterfly

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Papillon Extension Coffee Table by Gamba Guerra, 1980s

$2,154

Andrianna Shamaris Light Toned Petrified Wood Coffee Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

Impressive light toned single petrified wood slab coffee table with antiqued steel legs. We have a

Category

2010s Indonesian Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood, Petrified Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Light Toned Petrified Wood Coffee Table

$8,900 / item

Pair of Antique Primitive Coffee Tables from France

Located in Tokyo, Tokyo

A set of two antique primitive coffee tables. Can be used together or separately. Matches

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Pair of Antique Primitive Coffee Tables from France

$1,800 / set

Lacquered Coffee Table by Willy Rizzo, circa 1974

By Willy Rizzo

Located in Saint ouen, FR

Willy Rizzo, circa 1974 Beautiful coffee table which can also be used as a bar table in where

Category

Vintage 1970s European Neoclassical Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Lacquered Coffee Table by Willy Rizzo, circa 1974

$2,154

Andrianna Shamaris Slab Top Petrified Wood Coffee Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

Rare, hard to find black and white tones on this super smooth, high quality petrified wood coffee

Category

2010s Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Andrianna Shamaris Slab Top Petrified Wood Coffee Table

$2,600

Andrianna Shamaris Slab Top Petrified Wood Coffee Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

Rare, hard to find black and white tones on this super smooth, high quality petrified wood coffee

Category

2010s Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Andrianna Shamaris Slab Top Petrified Wood Coffee Table

$2,400

French Low Steel Coffee Table in Three Parts

By Mercier Freres

Located in Chicago, IL

Very low French steel coffee table. Can be arranged to be used in many different configurations, or

Category

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

Materials

Stainless Steel

French Low Steel Coffee Table in Three Parts

$8,000

Andrianna Shamaris Super Smooth Petrified Wood Coffee Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

Impressive two and a half inch thick high quality petrified wood slab coffee table. It’s

Category

2010s Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood, Petrified Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Super Smooth Petrified Wood Coffee Table

$6,900

Andrianna Shamaris Live Edge Petrified Wood Coffee Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

Impressive single two inch slab petrified wood coffee table, resting on a mid century style teak

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood, Petrified Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Live Edge Petrified Wood Coffee Table

$7,900

Andrianna Shamaris Live Edge Petrified Wood Coffee Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

Impressive single two inch thick slab petrified wood coffee table, resting on a midcentury style

Category

2010s Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood, Petrified Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Live Edge Petrified Wood Coffee Table

$7,900

19th Century Burr Walnut Baby Sutherland Coffee Table

Located in Bedfordshire, GB

burr walnut and coffee table height, with both flaps raised these make a great portable coffee

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Burr Walnut Baby Sutherland Coffee Table

$2,050

Andrianna Shamaris Single Slab Petrified Wood Coffee Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

Impressive two inch single slab petrified wood coffee table resting on a mid century style teak

Category

2010s Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood, Petrified Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Single Slab Petrified Wood Coffee Table

$4,900

Andrianna Shamaris Beautiful Rare Petrified Wood Coffee Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

. Petrified wood is extremely versatile. Perfect as a cocktail table, side table or clustered as a coffee

Category

2010s Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood, Petrified Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Beautiful Rare Petrified Wood Coffee Table

$10,800

Amsterdam School Oak Coffee Table, The Netherlands 1930s

Located in Utrecht, NL

. The style saw a re-emergence in popularity in the 21st century, and through this coffee table, it is

Category

Vintage 1930s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Oak

Amsterdam School Oak Coffee Table, The Netherlands 1930s

$1,100

Sergio Rodrigues Latini coffee table OCA Brazil 1965

By OCA Brazil, Sergio Rodrigues

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

This beautiful so called ‘Latini’ coffee table was designed by Sergio Rodrigues and manufactured by

Category

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

Materials

Marble

Sergio Rodrigues Latini coffee table OCA Brazil 1965

$10,112

Vintage French Coffee Table Oval Shape Brass Base, 1960

Located in Oirlo, LI

Vintage French Coffee table oval shape brass base.1960 This is a beautiful oval coffee table

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Vintage French Coffee Table Oval Shape Brass Base, 1960

$610

Very Large Bronze Amorphic Coffee Table by Silas Seandel

By Silas Seandel

Located in Kilmarnock, VA

A truly massive custom coffee table by Silas Seandel in solid bronze done in the late 1970s early

Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

Very Large Bronze Amorphic Coffee Table by Silas Seandel

$22,400

Expandable Coffee Table by John Keal for Brown Saltman

By Brown Saltman, John Keal

Located in San Jose, CA

Mid-Century expandable coffee table designed by John Keal for Brown Saltman. This table displays

Category

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

Materials

Formica, Walnut

Expandable Coffee Table by John Keal for Brown Saltman

$1,280

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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

Why is it called a coffee table?
1 Answer
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 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?
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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?
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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.
What is a tray top coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
Tray top coffee tables are coffee tables with long, flat rectangular surfaces that are supported by an x-frame base. Low tables that were initially used as tea or coffee tables have been around since at least the mid- to late-1800s. After coffee drinking and “coffee breaks” became popular, it didn’t take long for coffee and cocktail tables to become a design staple and for consumers to recognize their role in entertaining no matter what beverages were being served. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary tray top coffee tables from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
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.
How do you style an oval coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
To style an oval coffee table, create balance with opposites. Choose a sofa and accent chairs with a boxier shape for a striking contrast. Place a rectangular tray in the center and use it to display decorative accents or to store remotes and coasters. Another approach to decorating an oval table is to use decorative accents at different heights. Think of a tall vase placed next to a low bowl and a small sculpture positioned on top of two stacked coffee table books. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of oval coffee tables.
How do I style a Noguchi coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Styling a Noguchi coffee table really depends on the space you’re placing it in. The possibilities are far-reaching, so consider the colors and coordination of the other furniture and fixtures around the table. Noguchi tables look beautiful on their own or styled with flowers, books or pottery. Shop a selection of Isamu Noguchi pieces on 1stDibs.
How much does a coffee table cost?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, a coffee table costs between $160 and $495,500.
When did coffee tables become popular?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
Coffee tables became popular in the 1920s and ’30s. Pieces from this time period often show off the characteristics of Art Deco design, such as metal accents, mirrored finishes and the use of exotic woods like mahogany, ebony and zebra wood. Coffee tables first came into use during the Victorian era, largely in response to the rise of coffee houses in London. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary coffee tables.
What does the Dallah coffee pot represent?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
In Bedouin culture, the Dallah, or coffee pot, represents generosity and hospitality. Displaying one also means that a person has enough wealth to entertain others comfortably. Shop a range of Dallah coffee pots from some of the world’s top sellers 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.
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.

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