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Mid-Century Modern Solid Walnut Low Coffee Table or Long Bench by Jens Risom
By Jens Risom
Located in Hudson, NY
This walnut coffee table is made of solid wood. The natural finish on the wood brings out the
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20th Century American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Walnut

Small Rustic Table or Bench
Located in Culver City, CA
This great looking rustic piece can be used as a coffee table, side table or bench. Most likely
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Antique 19th Century European Rustic Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Mahogany Benches with Matching Table
Located in Newburgh, NY
A set of four mahogany benches with leather seats rest under a matching table. Newly upholstered
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Mid-20th Century American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Leather, Mahogany

Mid-Century Modern Bench Cocktail Tables
By George Nelson
Located in Bronx, NY
Collection of three different shape and size Mid-Century Modern bench, coffee tables. Please note
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Walnut

Oval Custom-Made Coffee Table
Located in Woodstock, NY
A unique oval coffee table of wood and glass. Bench made wooden framing with enamel painted burlap
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20th Century American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Handsome Danish Teak and Aluminium Bench Table
By Johannes Andersen
Located in Hadley, MA
Handsome Danish teak and aluminium piece to be used as either a bench or a cocktail table. Marked
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Aluminum

Postmodern 1980s Waterfall Scroll Table Bench in Purple
By Karl Springer
Located in Forest Hills, NY
- would work well as a coffee table or bench, curved waterfall edge for a seamless and modern design
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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Formica

Elegant Lacquered Elmwood Bench / Cocktail Table 19th Century
Located in Washington, DC
the elmwood top. Very sturdy for use as a bench or cocktail table.
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Antique 19th Century Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Elm

A Pair of 1950 s Wood Danish Bench / low table
Located in New York, NY
Great pair of danish bench / tables ,dark wood, wery well finish.Canbe used as coffee table or
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20th Century Danish Benches

Set of Brutalist Solid Oak Bench and Side Table, 1970s
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Lijnden, Noord-Holland
A beautiful set of an heavy wooden bench and coffee table. These items are made of solid lacquered
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Brutalist Benches

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Oak

X -Bench
By Flavour Furniture
Located in Vancouver, BC
Limited edition hand made coffee table with solid oak top. We are always the originators and
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2010s Canadian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood

X -Bench
X -Bench
$3,900
Claude Gaillard Beautiful Pair of Low Tables ‘One, Table or Bench’, circa 1960
By Claude Gaillard
Located in Megeve, FR
Claude Gaillard beautiful pair of low tables (one, table or bench), circa 1960, in excellent
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

FIELD, Contemporary Minimal Geometric Powder-Coated Steel Table and Bench
By TJ O Keefe
Located in Chicago, IL
notion of structure and material usage. Its versatile design allows it to function as either a table or
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2010s Minimalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Steel

Danish Table Bench in Oak and Cane by Børge Mogensen
By Børge Mogensen, Erhard Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
An early table bench in oak with original caning in excellent condition. Designed by Børge Mogensen
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Cane, Oak

Krobo Rosewood Bench Table by Torbjorn Afdal for Bruksbo, Norway
By Bruksbo, Torbjørn Afdal
Located in North Hollywood, CA
"Krobo" rosewood bench style table designed by Torbjorn Afdal for Bruksbo, Norway, 1960s. Newly
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Rosewood

Finn Juhl Fj56 Coffee Table by Niels Vodder
By Finn Juhl, Niels Vodder
Located in Albuquerque, NM
line was that the coffee tables were Danish height, and ironically he designed a bench, which Baker
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Teak

Early 19th Century Oak Coffee Table, Italy, circa 1820
Located in East Hampton, NY
Original "pig bench" coffee table height, square legs.
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Antique 1820s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Oak

Arch Solid Cork Contemporary Sculptural Carved Side Table Bench Stool Natural
By Grain
Located in Bainbridge Island, WA
resilient to touch. Built in the Pacific Northwest from solid Portuguese cork. Use as a bench or coffee
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Cork

Japanese-Style Low Table or Altar Bench in Fish Leather Fabric
Located in Blacksburg, VA
Japanese-Style Low Table or Altar Bench Upholstered in Fish Leather Fabric. This piece of Japanese
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood

Paul Frankl Low Cork Table/Bench 1940’s Fot Johnson Furniture Co.
By Johnson Furniture Company, Paul Frankl
Located in Hudson, NY
Paul Frankl low cork table / bench 1940’s manufactured by Johnson Furniture Co. fully restored.
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Vintage 1940s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Cork

Hand Carved Oak Coffee Table by Artist Maxie Lane, 1980s
Located in Dorchester, GB
A beautifully tactile coffee table or bench carved from a single piece of oak. Hand carved by the
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Vintage 1980s British Rustic Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Oak

Custom Rectangular Concrete Bench, Skye
Located in Cazadero, CA
These customizable mid-weight concrete benches or coffee tables with or without impressions from
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2010s American Modern Benches

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Concrete

American Modern Mahogany "Taliesin Group" Low Table or Bench, Frank Lloyd Wright
By Frank Lloyd Wright
Located in Hollywood, FL
Henredon designed as a low table but as well can be used as a bench.
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Mid-Century Modern Brass with Glass Mosaic Tiles Cocktail Table or Bench
Located in Palm Springs, CA
piece may be used effectively as a cocktail table or low bench. Perfect proportions in front of a bank
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Brass

Minimal White Oak Bench by Coolican Company
By Peter Coolican
Located in Mississauga, Ontario
entrance bench or even a narrow coffee table. The Adelaide bench is a welcome addition to any home. It is
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2010s Canadian Scandinavian Modern Benches

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Oak

Bench in Blackened Ash by Coolican Company
By Peter Coolican
Located in Mississauga, Ontario
entrance bench or even a narrow coffee table. The Adelaide bench is a welcome addition to any home. It is
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2010s Canadian Scandinavian Modern Benches

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Oak

72" White Oak Bench by Coolican Company
By Peter Coolican
Located in Mississauga, Ontario
entrance bench or even a narrow coffee table. The Adelaide bench is a welcome addition to any home. It is
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2010s Canadian Scandinavian Modern Benches

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Oak

21st Century Almendro Wood Black Steel Coffee Table or Seat by Herbeh Wood
By Elvira Martinez Manso - HERBEH WOOD
Located in Bayamon, PR
Material: Almendro Wood & Black Steel Weight: 325 lbs Category: Bench/seat/coffee table/center table One
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21st Century and Contemporary Puerto Rican Organic Modern Benches

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Steel

Organic Live Edge 1-Fold Maple Low Table / Bench with Heart Growth Pine Leg
Located in Hobart, NY
1 Fold maple bench / low table with extinct old growth heart pine leg.
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Maple, Pine

Unique Concrete Surfing Board Table or Bench by Lee Hun Chung, 2009
By Lee Hun Chung
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Made of Concrete and Stone
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21st Century and Contemporary Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Roland Wilhelmsson, Coffee Table in Pine by Karl Andersson Söner, Sweden, 1970
By Roland Wilhelmsson
Located in Berlin, DE
A timeless Scandinavian Modern bench or coffee table in solid thick pine by Roland Wilhelmsson
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Pine

Wood and Leather Vaulting Bench
Located in Round Top, TX
A wood and leather extra long vaulting bench with wonderfully worn leather top and slightly tapered
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Early 20th Century Czech Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Leather, Wood

Minimal 43" White Oak Bench by Coolican Company
By Peter Coolican
Located in Mississauga, Ontario
entrance bench or even a narrow coffee table. The Adelaide bench is a welcome addition to any home. It is
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2010s Canadian Scandinavian Modern Benches

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Oak

YAKI Contemporary Bench in Burned Oak
Located in London, GB
The bench YAKI is made of burned oak with clean and natural modern shapes, which reminds the
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2010s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Hardwood, Oak

Large 16 x 60 Rectangular Concrete Bench, Skye
Located in Cazadero, CA
These customizable mid-weight concrete benches or coffee tables with or without impressions from
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2010s American Modern Benches

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Concrete

Brown Copper Concrete Bench with Corn Husk Pattern, Plateau
Located in Cazadero, CA
One of a kind, contemporary and rustic concrete bench or coffee table with dozens of corn husk
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2010s American Organic Modern Benches

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Concrete

Minimal Black 43" Bench in Solid Ash by Coolican Company
By Peter Coolican
Located in Mississauga, Ontario
entrance bench or even a narrow coffee table. The Adelaide bench is a welcome addition to any home. It is
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2010s Canadian Scandinavian Modern Benches

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Oak

Walnut Q Bench by George Nakashima
By George Nakashima
Located in Sea Cliff, NY
Walnut free edge top with great sapping to edge supported by Walnut legs.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Walnut

Abel Sorenson Bench and Tray for Knoll
By Abel Sorenson
Located in Charleston, SC
Early Abel Sorenson, bench and tray for Knoll. Tray dimensions: 24.5" W x 19" D x 3" H.
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Vintage 1940s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Birch, Nylon

Atlas Bench in Nude Travertine By The Essentialist
By The Essentialist
Located in ROSE BAY, AU
Introducing the Atlas Bench by The Essentialist. The Atlas Bench is a testament to simplicity and
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Onyx, Marble

Atlas Bench in Rose Onyx By The Essentialist
By The Essentialist
Located in ROSE BAY, AU
Introducing the Atlas Bench by The Essentialist. The Atlas Bench is a testament to simplicity and
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Onyx, Marble

Atlas Bench in Vanilla Onyx By The Essentialist
By The Essentialist
Located in ROSE BAY, AU
Introducing the Atlas Bench by The Essentialist. The Atlas Bench is a testament to simplicity and
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Onyx, Marble

Atlas Bench in Caramel Onyx By The Essentialist
By The Essentialist
Located in ROSE BAY, AU
Introducing the Atlas Bench by The Essentialist. The Atlas Bench is a testament to simplicity and
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Onyx, Marble

Atlas Bench in Calacatta Viola By The Essentialist
By The Essentialist
Located in ROSE BAY, AU
Introducing the Atlas Bench by The Essentialist. The Atlas Bench is a testament to simplicity and
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Onyx, Marble

Dimple Large Walnut Décor Bench by Johan Wilén
By Johan Wilén
Located in Stockholm, SE
Made-to-order Dimple large walnut Décor Bench by Johan Wilén A true testament to the designer’s
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21st Century and Contemporary European Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Co...

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Walnut

Beautiful Danish Bench Attributed to Tobjorn Afdal, circa 1960
By Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Megeve, FR
Beautiful Danish bench attributed to Tobjorn Afdal, circa 1960.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Mid-Century Modern Slat Bench by Walter Antonis for Spectrum, 1970s
By t Spectrum Bergeijk, Walter Antonis
Located in Enschede, NL
Lath-work table or slat bench from the ‘Passe-Par-Tout’ series designed by Walter Antonis for
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Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Steel

Minimalist Rosewood Bench Korbo by Torbjørn Afdal for Mellemstrands / Bruksbo
By Torbjørn Afdal, Mellemstrands Trevareindustri, Bruksbo
Located in Pau, FR
Versatile Scandinavian Modern rosewood bench or table titled 'Korbo', designed by Torbjørn Agdal
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Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Rosewood

Triple Slat Bench by Vintage on Point, White Oak, Made to Order
Located in Los Angeles, CA
large slat bench works well as either a coffee table our provide a larger sturdier seating area than a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Plywood

Beautiful Danish Bench in the Style of Torbjørn Afdal, circa 1960
By Torbjørn Afdal
Located in Megeve, FR
Beautiful Danish bench in the style of Torbjørn Afdal, circa 1960.
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Modern Contemporary Nail Inlay Bench No. 301 by Peter Sandback walnut, nails
By Peter Sandback
Located in Harrisville, NH
Modern contemporary nail inlay bench no. 301 by Peter Sandback. natural walnut, nails Measures
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2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Modern Contemporary Nail Inlay Bench No. 302 by Peter Sandback bleached ash
By Peter Sandback
Located in Harrisville, NH
Modern contemporary nail inlay bench no. 302 by Peter Sandback. Ash, pvc Measures: 14" x 63" x
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2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Modern Contemporary Nail Inlay Bench No. 307 by Peter Sandback ash, pvc
By Peter Sandback
Located in Harrisville, NH
Modern contemporary nail inlay bench no. 307 by Peter Sandback. Ash, black maple, pvc Measures: 17
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2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood

Modern Contemporary Nail Inlay Bench No. 303 by Peter Sandback white oak, nails
By Peter Sandback
Located in Harrisville, NH
Modern contemporary nail inlay bench no. 303 by Peter Sandback. white oak, nails Measures: 15" x
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2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Modern Contemporary Nail Inlay Bench No. 309 by Peter Sandback bleached ash, pv
By Peter Sandback
Located in Harrisville, NH
Modern contemporary nail inlay bench no. 309 by Peter Sandback. ash, pvc Measures: 14" x 63" x
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2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Granada Outdoor Low Bench with Hand Woven Rope Seat 2018 by Post Gleam
By Post Gleam
Located in Newbury Park, CA
Granada. The bench features a removable teak tray, so you can prepare inside and enjoy outside. The
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21st Century and Contemporary American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Aluminum

Mid-century slatbench by Walter Antonis for Spectrum mid 70 s
By Walter Antonis
Located in BREDA, NL
constructed Dutch Design, super heavy quality. Can be used both as bench or coffee table. Remains in good
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Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Oak

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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
  • 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.

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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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  • 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.

  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
    Yes, end tables are generally taller than coffee tables.

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

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

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  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.