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Edward Wormley for Dunbar Long John Bench or Coffee Table
By Edward Wormley
Located in Portland, OR
the early and smaller edition of the table.
Category

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

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Long John Bench or Coffee Table
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Long John Bench or Coffee Table

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Long John Bench or Coffee Table

$1,450
Florence Knoll Walnut and Angle Steel Coffee Table or Bench, 1950s
By Florence Knoll
Located in New York, NY
Classic Florence Knoll walnut and angle steel coffee table or bench, 1950s.
Category

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

Materials

Steel

Florence Knoll Walnut and Angle Steel Coffee Table or Bench, 1950s
Florence Knoll Walnut and Angle Steel Coffee Table or Bench, 1950s

Florence Knoll Walnut and Angle Steel Coffee Table or Bench, 1950s

$3,500
Bench/Coffee Table by Kipp Stewart and Stewart MacDougall for Drexel
By Drexel, Kipp Stewart, Stewart MacDougall
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Mid-Century walnut bench/coffee table designed for the declaration line by Drexel.
Category

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

Materials

Walnut

Bench/Coffee Table by Kipp Stewart and Stewart MacDougall for Drexel
Bench/Coffee Table by Kipp Stewart and Stewart MacDougall for Drexel

Bench/Coffee Table by Kipp Stewart and Stewart MacDougall for Drexel

$2,800
Bench or Coffee Table by Alain Richard for Meubles TV, circa 1950
By Alain Richard, Meubles TV
Located in Toulouse, France
A bench or coffee table by the French designer Alain Richard in the 1950s. The manufacturer's label
Category

Vintage 1950s French Benches

Bench or Coffee Table by Alain Richard for Meubles TV, circa 1950
Bench or Coffee Table by Alain Richard for Meubles TV, circa 1950

Bench or Coffee Table by Alain Richard for Meubles TV, circa 1950

$7,806
Solid Walnut "Nomad" Bench / Coffee Table by Reza Feiz of Phase
By Phase Design, Reza Feiz
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A strikingly simple and elegant bench/coffee table by Reza Feiz, founder of Phase Design in Los
Category

Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut, Cork

Solid Walnut "Nomad" Bench / Coffee Table by Reza Feiz of Phase
Solid Walnut "Nomad" Bench / Coffee Table by Reza Feiz of Phase

Solid Walnut "Nomad" Bench / Coffee Table by Reza Feiz of Phase

$4,100
Lucite Bench / Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frosted Lucite Bench / Table. No Chips Excellent Condition
Category

Vintage 1970s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Lucite Bench / Table
Lucite Bench / Table

Lucite Bench / Table

$2,800
Hans Wegner Bench Coffee Table in Oak with Teak Tabletop for Johannes Hansen
By Hans J. Wegner, Johannes Hansen
Located in Denver, CO
Original Hans Wegner reversible, flip-top bench coffee table, circa 1950s, with a golden quarter
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Oak

Hans Wegner Bench Coffee Table in Oak with Teak Tabletop for Johannes Hansen
Hans Wegner Bench Coffee Table in Oak with Teak Tabletop for Johannes Hansen

Hans Wegner Bench Coffee Table in Oak with Teak Tabletop for Johannes Hansen

$3,200
Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture Long and Low Bench or Coffee Table
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Denver, CO
Sleek low geometric bench or coffee table by Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture. The top rests on
Category

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

Materials

Brass

Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture Long and Low Bench or Coffee Table
Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture Long and Low Bench or Coffee Table

Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture Long and Low Bench or Coffee Table

$2,400
Long English Wood Coffee Table or Joint Stool Bench, circa 1900s-1930s
Located in Atlanta, GA
Long English wood coffee table or joint stool bench, circa 1900s-1930s.
Category

Early 20th Century English Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Long English Wood Coffee Table or Joint Stool Bench, circa 1900s-1930s
Long English Wood Coffee Table or Joint Stool Bench, circa 1900s-1930s

Long English Wood Coffee Table or Joint Stool Bench, circa 1900s-1930s

$3,250
California Modern Iron and Maple Bench or Coffee Table by Paul McCobb
By Paul McCobb
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1950s California Modern Iron and Solid Maple Bench or coffee table designed by Paul McCobb.
Category

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

California Modern Iron and Maple Bench or Coffee Table by Paul McCobb
California Modern Iron and Maple Bench or Coffee Table by Paul McCobb

California Modern Iron and Maple Bench or Coffee Table by Paul McCobb

$1,195
Art Deco Rectangular Coffee Table or Bench with Precious and Elegant Material
By Gio Ponti
Located in Firenze, Toscana
Coffee table Sofa table or rectangular bench thanks to the elongated shape it can be used in front
Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Rectangular Coffee Table or Bench with Precious and Elegant Material
Art Deco Rectangular Coffee Table or Bench with Precious and Elegant Material

Art Deco Rectangular Coffee Table or Bench with Precious and Elegant Material

$3,122
Chinese Qing Dynasty Elm Bench or Coffee Table with Bamboo Top, 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
A 19th century later Qing dynasty period Chinese elm bench or coffee table with bamboo slat top
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Benches

Materials

Bamboo, Elm

Chinese Qing Dynasty Elm Bench or Coffee Table with Bamboo Top, 19th Century
Chinese Qing Dynasty Elm Bench or Coffee Table with Bamboo Top, 19th Century

Chinese Qing Dynasty Elm Bench or Coffee Table with Bamboo Top, 19th Century

$795
Rare Solid Teak Slat Bench or Coffee Table by Alberts of Tibro, Sweden, 1960s
By Alberts Tibro
Located in New Westminster, British Columbia
This sleek and Minimalist solid teak bench or coffee table is a rare model made by Alberts of Tibro
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Teak

Rare Solid Teak Slat Bench or Coffee Table by Alberts of Tibro, Sweden, 1960s
Rare Solid Teak Slat Bench or Coffee Table by Alberts of Tibro, Sweden, 1960s

Rare Solid Teak Slat Bench or Coffee Table by Alberts of Tibro, Sweden, 1960s

$2,495
John Keal s Slate Expandable Bench or Coffee Table for Brown and Saltman of CA
By John Keal, Brown Saltman
Located in Portland, OR
John Keal's slate expandable bench or coffee table for Brown and Saltman of CA. Measures of table
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Wood

John Keal s Slate Expandable Bench or Coffee Table for Brown and Saltman of CA
John Keal s Slate Expandable Bench or Coffee Table for Brown and Saltman of CA

John Keal s Slate Expandable Bench or Coffee Table for Brown and Saltman of CA

$2,450
Teak Table or Bench
Located in Stamford, CT
Offered here is a great decorative "Saranac" camp bench or coffee table.
Category

20th Century Unknown Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Teak

Teak Table or Bench
Teak Table or Bench

Teak Table or Bench

$1,875
Wood Slatted Bench/Table
Located in US
Slatted Bench Or Coffee Table With A Solid Section Comprised Of Tonal Woods.
Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Wood Slatted Bench/Table
Wood Slatted Bench/Table

Wood Slatted Bench/Table

$1,400
A "Perspective" low bench/coffee table by Milo Baughman for Drexel c.1952
By Drexel, Milo Baughman
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A low bench/coffee table by Milo Baughman for Drexel. Created for the "Perspective" line in 1952
Category

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

Materials

Walnut

A "Perspective" low bench/coffee table by Milo Baughman for Drexel c.1952
A "Perspective" low bench/coffee table by Milo Baughman for Drexel c.1952

A "Perspective" low bench/coffee table by Milo Baughman for Drexel c.1952

$2,200
Luther Conover Table/Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Conover Iron and Mahogany Table/Bench California Modern Design, Bay Area
Category

Vintage 1950s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Iron

Luther Conover Table/Bench
Luther Conover Table/Bench

Luther Conover Table/Bench

$2,200
Slat Table or Bench
Located in North Egremont, MA
Wonderful and bold redwood slat table or bench. redwood mounted on a painted steel base
Category

Vintage 1960s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Slat Table or Bench
Slat Table or Bench

Slat Table or Bench

$1,500
Danish Cocktail Table/Bench
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Handsome solid teak cocktail table or bench with black laminate pull-out shelves on either end
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Sycamore, Teak

Danish Cocktail Table/Bench
Danish Cocktail Table/Bench

Danish Cocktail Table/Bench

$975
Metal Coffee Table
Located in New York, NY
Metal Coffee Table or Bench
Category

Vintage 1950s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Metal Coffee Table
Metal Coffee Table

Metal Coffee Table

$1,950
Long Rosewood Table/Bench
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Nice long rosewood table. Beautiful, rich, rich veneer with black painted legs.
Category

20th Century Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Long Rosewood Table/Bench
Long Rosewood Table/Bench

Long Rosewood Table/Bench

$2,000
Paul Frankl table/bench
Located in Newburgh, NY
Cork top table by Paul Frankl. It rests on Walnut legs and has upturned ends.
Category

20th Century American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut, Cork

Paul Frankl table/bench
Paul Frankl table/bench

Paul Frankl table/bench

$7,500
Long Coffee Table
Located in Southampton, NY
Long maple coffee table or bench with patchwork inlaid top.
Category

Vintage 1950s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Long Coffee Table
Long Coffee Table

Long Coffee Table

$2,400
Custom Coffee Tables
Located in Southampton, NY
This Table: 4" thick natural quanacaste wood top with super wax finish; natural steel base.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Benches

Custom Coffee Tables
Custom Coffee Tables

Custom Coffee Tables

Rosewood Coffee Table
Located in New York, NY
Long rosewood coffee table or bench made in Denmark circa 1970
Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Rosewood Coffee Table
Rosewood Coffee Table

Rosewood Coffee Table

Industrial Coffee Table
Located in Pasadena, CA
Amazing heavy duty coffee table or bench. Heavy wood top covered in a black phenolic sheet that
Category

Early 20th Century American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Industrial Coffee Table
Industrial Coffee Table

Industrial Coffee Table

$1,995
Paul Frankl Bench Table
Located in Palm Springs, CA
.
Category

20th Century Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Paul Frankl Bench Table
Paul Frankl Bench Table

Paul Frankl Bench Table

$5,500
Walnut Coffee Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Contemporary hollow steel base with antique 18th century Italian walnut top
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Benches

Walnut Coffee Table
Walnut Coffee Table

Walnut Coffee Table

Midcentury Slatted Teak Bench Table
Located in Miami, FL
lacquer details. This could easily be used in a light modern interior as a coffee table. All natural
Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Teak, Lacquer

Midcentury Slatted Teak Bench Table
Midcentury Slatted Teak Bench Table

Midcentury Slatted Teak Bench Table

$1,250
Frank Lloyd Wright Table/Bench
Located in TUJUNGA, CA
Frank Lloyd Wright Table/Bench made by Henredon Furniture Company. (The chairs pictured with the
Category

20th Century American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Frank Lloyd Wright Table/Bench
Frank Lloyd Wright Table/Bench

Frank Lloyd Wright Table/Bench

$2,400
George Nakashima Plank Table/Bench
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A wonderful and versatile table/bench. Provenance accompanies.
Category

Vintage 1950s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

George Nakashima Plank Table/Bench

George Nakashima Plank Table/Bench

$7,900
Black Lacquer Bench/Cocktail Table
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
A scrolled black lacquer low bench or table with a wonderful crackle finish.
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Black Lacquer Bench/Cocktail Table
Black Lacquer Bench/Cocktail Table

Black Lacquer Bench/Cocktail Table

$7,500
Pierre Chapo Low Table/ Bench
Located in Hudson, NY
Solid mahogany low table / bench influenced by Charlotte Perriand's design. Stamped on both legs
Category

Vintage 1960s French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Pierre Chapo Low Table/ Bench
Pierre Chapo Low Table/ Bench

Pierre Chapo Low Table/ Bench

$4,900
Early Paul McCobb Bench Table
By Paul McCobb
Located in St. Louis, MO
A rare early table or bench from the Planner Group line by Paul McCobb for Winchendon.
Category

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

Materials

Iron

Early Paul McCobb Bench Table
Early Paul McCobb Bench Table

Early Paul McCobb Bench Table

$1,550
American Primitive Table or Bench
Located in Essex, MA
An American Primitive table or bench in carved hardwood, circa 1880s, the thick, solid plank top
Category

Antique 1880s American Primitive Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood

American Primitive Table or Bench
American Primitive Table or Bench

American Primitive Table or Bench

$2,200
Antique Oak Low Table/Bench
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Outstanding solid oak table or super-sturdy bench. Note thru-tenon construction and use of welded
Category

Early 20th Century American Industrial Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Antique Oak Low Table/Bench
Antique Oak Low Table/Bench

Antique Oak Low Table/Bench

$1,195
Torbjörn Afdal Krobo Bench / Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
'Krobo' bench made of Brazilian rosewood. Designed by Torbjörn Afdal and produced by Bruksbo
Category

Vintage 1960s Norwegian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Torbjörn Afdal Krobo Bench / Table
Torbjörn Afdal Krobo Bench / Table

Torbjörn Afdal Krobo Bench / Table

$4,200
Adjustable Baker Bench/Cocktail Table
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Beautiful bench/cocktail from Baker. Top slides apart in two directions to extend the length of
Category

Vintage 1950s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Adjustable Baker Bench/Cocktail Table
Adjustable Baker Bench/Cocktail Table

Adjustable Baker Bench/Cocktail Table

$2,800
Reproduction Needlepoint Coffee Table
Located in Atlanta, GA
Reproduction Needlepoint Bench as Coffee Table
Category

Antique 19th Century English Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Reproduction Needlepoint Coffee Table
Reproduction Needlepoint Coffee Table

Reproduction Needlepoint Coffee Table

$2,800
Curved Bamboo Coffee Table
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage curved bamboo coffee table or bench.
Category

Late 20th Century Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Curved Bamboo Coffee Table
Curved Bamboo Coffee Table

Curved Bamboo Coffee Table

$2,750
Low Scroll Table or Bench
Located in Hudson, NY
Asian scroll table in rosewood or teak and elm. Scroll ends carved from singular log with dovetail
Category

Early 20th Century Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Low Scroll Table or Bench
Low Scroll Table or Bench

Low Scroll Table or Bench

$2,850
Van Koert Coffee Table
By John Van Koert
Located in New York, NY
John Van Koert "Casa Del Sol" cerused walnut coffee table with cast structural elements
Category

Vintage 1960s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Van Koert Coffee Table
Van Koert Coffee Table

Van Koert Coffee Table

$8,200
Harvey Probber Coffee Table
By Harvey Probber
Located in New York, NY
Long Harvey Probber rosewood coffee table or bench circa 1960 refinished in dark sable.
Category

Vintage 1960s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Harvey Probber Coffee Table
Harvey Probber Coffee Table

Harvey Probber Coffee Table

$4,800
Floating top table or bench by Baker
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Subtle two-tone walnut and mahogany coffee table or bench with brass spacers and butterfly joins by
Category

Vintage 1960s American Benches

Materials

Brass

Floating top table or bench by Baker
Floating top table or bench by Baker

Floating top table or bench by Baker

$2,200
Chinese Pagoda Style Hardwood Table or Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
(no nails) with lacquered finish revealing deep red tones. Higher than most coffee tables works great
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Brutalist Benches

Chinese Pagoda Style Hardwood Table or Bench
Chinese Pagoda Style Hardwood Table or Bench

Chinese Pagoda Style Hardwood Table or Bench

$1,625
Machine Shop Coffee Table
Located in Seattle, WA
a coffee table or a bench.
Category

Antique Early 1900s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Machine Shop Coffee Table
Machine Shop Coffee Table

Machine Shop Coffee Table

$2,800
Slate and Wrought Iron Bench/Table
Located in St.amford, CT
coffee table. This item can be seen at The Hampton Antiques Gallery in Stamford, CT
Category

20th Century American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Slate, Wrought Iron

Slate and Wrought Iron Bench/Table
Slate and Wrought Iron Bench/Table

Slate and Wrought Iron Bench/Table

$1,500
Paul McCobb Coffee Table
Located in Hudson, NY
Ebonized wood and metal.
Category

20th Century American Benches

Paul McCobb Coffee Table
Paul McCobb Coffee Table

Paul McCobb Coffee Table

$1,200
Black Lacquered Low Asian Table/Bench
Located in New York, NY
Black Lacquered Low Asain table / Bench
Category

Vintage 1950s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Black Lacquered Low Asian Table/Bench
Black Lacquered Low Asian Table/Bench

Black Lacquered Low Asian Table/Bench

$4,200
Bench/Table Designed by Luther Conover
Located in TUJUNGA, CA
Bench/Table Designed by Luther Conover. Designed and made in California. Walnut top with iron legs.
Category

Vintage 1950s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Iron

Bench/Table Designed by Luther Conover
Bench/Table Designed by Luther Conover

Bench/Table Designed by Luther Conover

$1,850
Paul Frankl Cocktail Table or Bench
By Paul Frankl
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Long and low table featuring an architectural base with interlocking geometric shelf. Newly
Category

Vintage 1950s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Paul Frankl Cocktail Table or Bench
Paul Frankl Cocktail Table or Bench

Paul Frankl Cocktail Table or Bench

$6,500
Andy Buck Studio Craft Table/Bench
Located in Waltham, MA
Andy Buck studio furniture table or bench in milk painted wood. Buck is part of the 3rd generation
Category

Late 20th Century American American Craftsman Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Andy Buck Studio Craft Table/Bench
Andy Buck Studio Craft Table/Bench

Andy Buck Studio Craft Table/Bench

$1,200
Paul Frankl Cork Top Table/ Bench
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Frankl Flared Cork Top Bench
Category

Vintage 1940s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Cork, Mahogany

Paul Frankl Cork Top Table/ Bench

Paul Frankl Cork Top Table/ Bench

$6,800
Travertine and Steel Coffee Table
Located in New York, NY
Travertine and patinated steel coffee table or bench
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Travertine and Steel Coffee Table
Travertine and Steel Coffee Table

Travertine and Steel Coffee Table

$4,875
Edward Wormely Style Long Bench Cocktail Table
Located in Bronx, NY
Elongated Bench, Cocktail Table "Long John" in the Manner of Edward Wormely for Dunbar, bleached
Category

20th Century American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Edward Wormely Style Long Bench Cocktail Table

Edward Wormely Style Long Bench Cocktail Table

$1,975
Paul Frankl Cork Top Bench or Table
By Paul Frankl
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Restored Paul Frankl cork top bench or table for Johnson Furniture, circa 1948 Can be used as a
Category

Vintage 1940s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Paul Frankl Cork Top Bench or Table
Paul Frankl Cork Top Bench or Table

Paul Frankl Cork Top Bench or Table

$13,800
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Coffee Table Benches For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of coffee table benches available for sale. Each of these unique coffee table benches was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and hardwood. Find 843 antique and vintage coffee table benches at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 122 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Coffee table benches have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of coffee table benches to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Modern coffee table benches are of considerable interest. Not every interior allows for large coffee table benches, so small coffee table benches measuring 12 inches across are available at 1stDibs. Andrianna Shamaris, Edward Wormley and Dunbar each produced beautiful coffee table benches that are worth considering.

How Much are Coffee Table Benches?

Prices for coffee table benches can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, coffee table benches begin at $1 and can go as high as $56,171, while the average can fetch as much as $2,705.

Finding the Right Coffee And 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 Coffee Table Benches
  • 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?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • 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?
    1 Answer
    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.

    Shop a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
  • 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.

  • How long should a bench be for a dining table?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    How long a bench for a dining table should be depends on the length of the table. Generally, a dining bench should be equal in length, or 1 or 2 inches shorter, than the length of the side of the dining table where you intend to place it. For example, if your rectangular dining table is 60 inches long, benches that are 58 to 60 inches long would work well. Shop a wide range of dining room furniture on 1stDibs.
  • Are end tables taller than coffee tables?
    1 Answer
    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.

    Find all kinds of antique and vintage tables on 1stDibs.
  • What is the difference between a center table and a coffee table?
    1 Answer
    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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

  • 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.
  • 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 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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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