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.

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 the difference between a sofa table and a coffee table?

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

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

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

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

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

Are end tables taller than coffee tables?

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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Paul Mccobb Iron Table

Paul Mccobb Planner Group By Winchendon

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

Materials

Birch, Lacquer

Paul McCobb Planner Group Coffee Table

$1,200

Paul McCobb Large Coffee Table Planer Group

By Paul McCobb, Planner Group

Located in Hudson, NY

Maple top with two suspended drawers on solid black painted iron frame. Designed by Paul McCobb in the 1950s for Winchendon.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Paul McCobb Large Coffee Table Planer Group

$3,400

Planner Group Coffee Table by Paul McCobb, 1950s

By Paul McCobb, Planner Group

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Round shaped Planner Group collection coffee table in solid maple designed by Paul McCobb and made

Category

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

Materials

Maple, Wood

Planner Group Coffee Table by Paul McCobb, 1950s

$1,800

Paul McCobb Planner Group Mable Bench or Coffee Table

By Paul McCobb, Planner Group

Located in Denver, CO

Paul McCobb designed rectangular coffee table or the bench for cabinet separates, of solid maple

Category

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

Paul McCobb Planner Group Mable Bench or Coffee Table

$495

Paul McCobb Planner Group Mid-Century Modern Wood and Iron Coffee Table

By Paul McCobb, Planner Group

Located in Indianapolis, IN

A Planner Group coffee table or bench designed by the American designer Paul McCobb (1917-1969

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Paul McCobb Planner Group Mid-Century Modern Wood and Iron Coffee Table

$1,800

California Design Group Coffee Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

California Design Group Coffee Table in oak and walnut

Category

Late 20th Century American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

California Design Group Coffee Table

$3,800

Modernist Circular Coffee Table

By Memphis Group

Located in Macclesfield, Cheshire

A modernist circular coffee table. The modern glass top positioned on three pieces of Italian

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

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

Materials

Maple

Paul McCobb Planner Group Coffee Table

$975

Paul McCobb Calvin group coffee table

Located in New York, NY

Stunning and architectural Paul McCobb Calvin group coffee table Ca.1960.Brass square stock base

Category

20th Century American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb Calvin group coffee table

$2,200

Paul McCobb "Planner Group" Coffee Table

By Paul McCobb

Located in Tarrytown, NY

This iconic coffee table was designed by Paul McCobb as part of his Planner Group series. The solid

Category

Vintage 1950s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Paul McCobb "Planner Group" Coffee Table

$1,850

Paul McCobb Calvin Group Coffee Table

Located in New York, NY

Stunning and architectural Paul McCobb Calvin group coffee table Ca. 1960. Brass square stock base

Category

Vintage 1960s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb Calvin Group Coffee Table

$2,200

Paul McCobb Planner Group coffee table

By Paul McCobb

Located in New York, NY

Paul McCobb black lacquered planner group coffee table please make an appointment to view

Category

Vintage 1950s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Paul McCobb Planner Group coffee table

$1,300

Blue Coffee Table 1980 "Memphis Style"

By Memphis Group

Located in Tourcoing, FR

Graphic, geometric and atypical, coffee table combining metal, wood and glass transparency

Category

Vintage 1980s French Memphis Group Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Blue Coffee Table 1980 "Memphis Style"

$1,780

Paul McCobb Planner Group Coffee Table

By Paul McCobb

Located in Long Beach, CA

Model 1545 iron and maple coffee table or bench designed by Paul McCobb. This piece is in original

Category

Mid-20th Century Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Paul McCobb Planner Group Coffee Table

$900

Group of Petrified Wood Nesting Tables Coffee Table

Located in Montecito, CA

Group of three Petrified wood tables on different levels. Large slabs on iron bases. The piece

Category

20th Century Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Group of Petrified Wood Nesting Tables Coffee Table

$9,850

Paul McCobb Planner Group Round Coffee Table

Located in New York, NY

Paul McCobb round coffee table

Category

Vintage 1950s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Maple

Paul McCobb Planner Group Round Coffee Table

$1,400

George Nelson Rare Bronze Group Coffee Table

Located in Hudson, NY

Very rare intermediate height coffee table, rarely seen. Rosewood top on two bronze curved x bases

Category

Vintage 1950s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Aluminum Group Coffee Table by Charles Eames

By Charles Eames

Located in Hudson, NY

Verdi Alpi green marble top on pedestal aluminum base. First production base. Made by Herman Miller.

Category

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

Aluminum Group Coffee Table by Charles Eames

$1,600

Eames Aluminum Group Coffee Table for Herman Miller

By Herman Miller, Charles Eames

Located in Long Beach, CA

Eames Aluminum Group Coffee Table for Herman Miller. A classic Eames table ideal for home or

Category

Vintage 1950s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Eames Aluminum Group Coffee Table for Herman Miller

$750

Paul McCobb Coffee Table for the Calvin Group

By Paul McCobb

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful coffee table by Paul McCobb for the Calvin Group design collection and produced by

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb Coffee Table for the Calvin Group

$4,250

Paul McCobb Predictor Group Bi Level Coffee Table

Located in New York, NY

Paul McCobb Predictor Group bi-level coffee table circa 1950's.Fully restored black lacquer finish

Category

20th Century American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb Predictor Group Bi Level Coffee Table

$3,800

Paul McCobb Planner Group Coffee Table 1950 s

By Paul McCobb

Located in Berkeley, CA

Rare black maple and brass coffee table designed by Paul McCobb. Stunning lines and solid wood

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb Planner Group Coffee Table 1950 s

$2,400

Lou Hodges Coffee Table for San Diego Design Group

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Walnut and oak coffee table by Lou Hodges for San Diego Design Group

Category

Vintage 1970s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut, Oak

Lou Hodges Coffee Table for San Diego Design Group

$3,200

Round Paul McCobb Planner Group Coffee Table by Winchendon

By Paul McCobb

Located in Maastricht, NL

Another hard to find round shaped coffee table by McCobb in solid maple.

Category

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

Materials

Maple

Round Paul McCobb Planner Group Coffee Table by Winchendon

$2,200

Rare Low Planner Group Coffee Table By Paul Mccobb

By Paul McCobb

Located in Maastricht, NL

Very rare McCobb Coffee Table in stained maple for Winchendon. very floating optic!!

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb Calvin group Milk glass brass coffee table

$4,200

Hugh Acton Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table

By Hugh Acton, Vecta Group

Located in Chicago, IL

coffee table Designed by Hugh Acton for Vecta Group USA, circa 1960s. Granite and chrome

Category

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

Materials

Granite, Chrome

Hugh Acton Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table

$1,250

Paul McCobb Planner Group Winchendon Tobacco Coffee Table or Bench

By Paul McCobb

Located in Munroe Falls, OH

This is a nice vintage solid maple coffee table or bench designed by Paul McCobb for his Planner

Category

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

Materials

Maple

Paul McCobb Planner Group Winchendon Tobacco Coffee Table or Bench

$950

Gilbert Rohde PALDAO GROUP American Art Deco Round Coffee Table

Located in Coral Gables, FL

Gilbert Rohde (1894-1944) designed this three foot in diameter coffee table for the Herman Miller

Category

20th Century American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Paldao

Gilbert Rohde PALDAO GROUP American Art Deco Round Coffee Table

$4,500

Maple Planner Group Coffee Table by Paul McCobb, circa 1960s

Located in Portland, OR

midcentury teak coffee tables to art deco cocktail tables to raw steel depression-era bedside hospital

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

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb 8703 Calvin Group Milk Glass Table

$6,000

$2,400

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Coffee Table Group For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal coffee table group for your home. Each coffee table group for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and maple. There are 361 variations of the antique or vintage coffee table group you’re looking for, while we also have 32 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect coffee table group — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each coffee table group bearing mid-century modern, modern or Hollywood Regency hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made coffee table group over the years, but those crafted by Paul McCobb, Planner Group and Herman Miller are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A large coffee table group can prove too imposing for some spaces, so the smaller coffee table group available at 1stDibs — each spanning 0.79 in width — may make for a better choice.

How Much is a Coffee Table Group?

Prices for a coffee table group can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $232 and can go as high as $120,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,000.

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 Group

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.
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.
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.
What is the difference between a sofa table and a coffee table?
1 Answer
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.
What is the difference between a coffee table and a cocktail table?
1 Answer
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 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.
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 coffee table and a console table?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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 standard size of a coffee table?
1 Answer
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.
What is a tray top coffee table?
1 Answer
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.
How do you style an oval coffee table?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, a coffee table costs between $160 and $495,500.
When did coffee tables become popular?
1 Answer
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.
How big should a coffee table be for a sectional?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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.

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