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Free Form Organic Designer Coffee Table In Aged Plaster Finish
By Albino Miranda
Located in NEW YORK, NY
table is offered in several resin finishes like brass color, iron, organic ivory, concrete color, etc
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail T...

Materials

Marble

Franco Albini Cicognino Coffee Table in Teak Wood by Poggi Pavia 1970s Italy
By Poggi, Franco Albini
Located in Cascina, Pisa
the initial idea has been concretized: the table top and "neck-spout/ handle" consist of two geometric
Category

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

Materials

Teak

sinuosity 145 red (pop slick metallic smooth small table top sculpture)
By Ted VanCleave
Located in Quebec, Quebec
Sinuosity Petite in Red is a hard tabletop sculpture from Ted VanCleave’s Sinuosity series, distinguished by its sinuous curvature and its sustained focus on material transformation....
Category

2010s Pop Art Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Concrete

sinuosity 142 aqua (pop slick metallic smooth small table top sculpture)
By Ted VanCleave
Located in Quebec, Quebec
keywords; #sinuous, focus on material, sculptural folds, Aldo Chaparro, use of common materials, creased crinkled and wrinkled, angular, abstract sculpture, angular, process-oriented...
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2010s Pop Art Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Concrete

sinuosity 143 gold (pop slick metallic smooth small table top sculpture)
By Ted VanCleave
Located in Quebec, Quebec
keywords; #sinuous, focus on material, sculptural folds, Aldo Chaparro, use of common materials, creased crinkled and wrinkled, angular, abstract sculpture, angular, process-oriented...
Category

2010s Pop Art Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Concrete

sinuosity 134 copper (pop slick metallic smooth small table top sculpture)
By Ted VanCleave
Located in Quebec, Quebec
keywords; #sinuous, focus on material, sculptural folds, Aldo Chaparro, use of common materials, creased crinkled and wrinkled, angular, abstract sculpture, angular, process-oriented...
Category

2010s Pop Art Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Concrete

sinuosity 129 pearl (pop slick metallic smooth small table top sculpture art)
By Ted VanCleave
Located in Quebec, Quebec
keywords; #sinuous, focus on material, sculptural folds, Aldo Chaparro, use of common materials, creased crinkled and wrinkled, angular, abstract sculpture, angular, process-oriented...
Category

2010s Pop Art Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Concrete

sinuosity 132 light pink (pop slick metallic smooth small table top sculpture)
By Ted VanCleave
Located in Quebec, Quebec
keywords; #sinuous, focus on material, sculptural folds, Aldo Chaparro, use of common materials, creased crinkled and wrinkled, angular, abstract sculpture, angular, process-oriented...
Category

2010s Pop Art Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Concrete

sinuosity 127 aqua (pop slick metallic smooth small table top sculpture art)
By Ted VanCleave
Located in Quebec, Quebec
keywords; #sinuous, focus on material, sculptural folds, Aldo Chaparro, use of common materials, creased crinkled and wrinkled, angular, abstract sculpture, angular, process-oriented...
Category

2010s Pop Art Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Concrete

G-Table B and C, Sculptural Table in Coated Steel, Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Geneve, CH
39.38 in. H 75 cm x W 200 cm x D 110 cm Material: Coated steel and concrete top. About G-Table: Zieta
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2010s Polish Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Concrete, Steel

G-Table B and C, Sculptural Table in Polished Stainless Steel, Zieta
By Zieta
Located in Geneve, CH
78.75 in. x D 39.38 in. H 75 cm x W 200 cm x D 100 cm. Material: stainless steel (inox) and concrete top
Category

2010s Polish Organic Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Concrete, Stainless Steel

11 Foot Elliptical Outdoor Table, Matte White Lacquer
Located in NEW YORK, NY
is very durable and requires less maintenance than concrete. The table top and bases are lacquered in
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Resin, Fiberglass, Lacquer

Antique 1920s French Cast Iron Pedestal Bistro Table Stand
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
. This base supports heavy materials such as granite or concrete without any flexing, table top from 24
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

11 Foot Elliptical Outdoor Table, Matte White/Grey Lacquer
Located in NEW YORK, NY
is very durable and requires less maintenance than concrete. The table top is lacquered in matte
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Resin, Fiberglass, Lacquer

Pillars Massive Concrete Dinner Table
By Duccio Maria Gambi
Located in Florence, Tuscany
just with its weight. The massive structure contrasts with the lightness of the concrete table top
Category

2010s Italian Brutalist Dining Room Tables

Materials

Concrete

Postmodern Pedestal or Plant Stand, Italy 1990s
Located in Zagreb, HR
marble stone and concrete, table top is made of tempered clear glass
Category

Late 20th Century European Post-Modern Pedestals

Materials

Concrete, Marble, Metal

Venus Accent Console Table, Concrete Oracle Pattern Bulb Base and Disk Top
By Concrete Cat
Located in Edmonton, Alberta
Base L 18” x W 18” x H 30” Top L 27” x W 27”. Also available at 18" dining table height ($3,600 USD
Category

2010s Canadian Organic Modern End Tables

Materials

Concrete

Venus Accent Console Table, Concrete Oracle Pattern Bulb Base and Disk Top
By Concrete Cat
Located in Edmonton, Alberta
Base: L 18” x W 18” x H 18/30/42” Top: L 27” x W 27”. Also available at 30" dining table height
Category

2010s Canadian Organic Modern End Tables

Materials

Concrete

Venus Accent Console Table, Concrete Oracle Pattern Bulb Base and Disk Top
By Concrete Cat
Located in Edmonton, Alberta
” x W18” x H42” Top: L27” x W27” Also available at 18" coffee table height ($3,600 USD) and 30
Category

2010s Canadian Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Concrete

Venus Accent Console Table, Concrete Chaos Pattern Bulb Base and Disk Top
By Concrete Cat
Located in Edmonton, Alberta
” x W 18” x H 42” Top: L 27” x W 27”. Also available at 18" coffee table height ($4,550 USD) and 30
Category

2010s Canadian Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Concrete

Venus Accent Console Table, Concrete Chaos Pattern Bulb Base and Disk Top
By Concrete Cat
Located in Edmonton, Alberta
beautiful chaos stone. Measures: 18" coffee table height Base: L 18” x W 18” x H1 8” Top: L 27” x W 27
Category

2010s Canadian Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Concrete

Venus Accent Console Table, Concrete Chaos Pattern Bulb Base and Disk Top
By Concrete Cat
Located in Edmonton, Alberta
beautiful chaos stone. Measure: 30" dining table height Base L 18” x W 18” x H 30” Top L 27” x W 27
Category

2010s Canadian Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Concrete

Concrete Top with Brown Speckled Pattern
Located in Cazadero, CA
A 30" diameter, 1" thick concrete top with a speckled brown and white pattern reminiscent of
Category

2010s American Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Concrete

Concrete Top with Gingko Leaf Imprints
Located in Cazadero, CA
A 24" diameter, 1" thick concrete top with ginko leaf impressions in wine and yellow-orange
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2010s American Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Concrete

Small Concrete Top with Fig Leaf Imprints
Located in Cazadero, CA
A 24" diameter, 1" thick concrete top with fig leaf impressions in reds and browns, showing
Category

2010s American Industrial Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Concrete

Minimalist Modern Concrete Leather-top Round Coffee Table with Brass Detail
By Jessie Nelson Studio
Located in New York, NY
poured sealed concrete with symmetrical curves rolling upwards to support the leather top. A pair of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Coffee and Cocktail Ta...

Materials

Concrete, Brass

Brutalist Modern Concrete Leather-Top Round Coffee Table with Rose Gold Detail
By Jessie Nelson Studio
Located in New York, NY
sealed concrete with symmetrical curves rolling upwards to support the leather top. A pair of proud legs
Category

2010s American Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Concrete, Brass

Astral Dining Table by Marc Ange with Concrete Base and Grey Oval Marble Top
By Marc Ange
Located in Paris, FR
utopian geometry. The round Grey Fleury marble top sits on a concrete sphere, supported by a golden metal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Dining Room Tables

Materials

Concrete, Marble, Metal

Modern Desk with Concrete Top
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
A Minimalist style desk with concrete top. The wooden base with white washed finish. Dimensions: W
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Desks and Writing Tables

Astral Coffee Table Marc Ange with Concrete Base and Oval Rose Marble Top
By Marc Ange
Located in Paris, FR
utopian geometry. The oval Rosa Portogallo marble top sits on a concrete sphere, supported by a golden
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Concrete, Metal

Astral Coffee Table by Marc Ange with Concrete Base and Round Green Marble Top
By Marc Ange
Located in Paris, FR
utopian geometry. The round Forest Green marble top sits on a concrete sphere, supported by a golden
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Concrete, Metal

Caption Side Table in Figured Walnut with Concrete Pedestal Base - IN STOCK
By Noble Goods
Located in Brooklyn, NY
base. Figured walnut table top. Please inquire about customization or multiples. Made in Brooklyn
Category

2010s American Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Concrete

Abstract Artful Accent Table with Golden Mirror Top
Located in Dubai, AE
The ‘Abstract Artful' table is a lightweight hand-painted concrete accent table with a golden
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Emirian Modern Tables

Materials

Concrete, Cement, Other

Table Composed of a Romantic 19thC Italian Cast Stone Statue and Marble Top
Located in New Orleans, LA
This table is composed of a circular marble-top and a cast-stone statue as a base. The lovely
Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Romantic Tables

Materials

Concrete, Marble

French Industrial Terrazzo Top Work Table
Located in San Francisco, CA
Useful and handsome French Industrial Work Table with a thick terrazzo concrete top and rustic
Category

20th Century French Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Concrete

"Ocerus II" Mixed-Media Table Top Sculpture in Concrete Finish by Dan Schneiger
By Dan Schneiger
Located in New York, NY
"Ocerus II" mixed-media tabletop sculpture in concrete finish by Dan Schneiger, 2019.  
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Plaster

Artisan Stone Table
Located in New York, NY
Suzy Ventura handcrafted stone table. Built on a steel frame using a special cement aggregate
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Dessert Tables and Tilt-top Tables

Materials

Concrete, Stone, Steel

Midcentury Concrete Pedestal Table Base with New Granite Top
Located in Washington, DC
Midcentury concrete pedestal table base with a new granite top.
Category

Mid-20th Century French Center Tables

Materials

Concrete, Granite

Postmodern Sculpted Concrete Oval Glass Top Coffee Table
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elevate your decor with this Postmodern Sculpted Concrete Oval Glass Top Coffee Table. A perfect
Category

Vintage 1980s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Concrete

Geometric Form Elm End Table with Cast Concrete Top
Located in Dallas, TX
Geometric form elm end table with cast concrete top Piece from our one of kind collection, Le
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Organic Modern End Tables

Materials

Concrete

Giovanni Offredi concrete/stone dining/center table glass top
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Great table made by Saporiti designed by Giovanni Offredi
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Dining Room Tables

Materials

Concrete, Stone

iron console with concrete fossilized top
Located in Atlanta, GA
Iron console with concrete fossilized top, no age. base designed for dealer
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Console Tables

Materials

Concrete, Iron

Brutalist Accent Coffee Table with Textured White Concrete Base and Wenge Top
Located in Pasadena, CA
This table is a design piece crafted in the 1980s, boasting an elegant structure. One can
Category

Late 20th Century American Brutalist Side Tables

Materials

Concrete

Abstract Sculptural Stacking Concrete Dining Table, 1970s
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Abstract stacked concrete sculptural dining table with glass top. This table can be used indoors or
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Concrete, Cement

Mosaic Top Garden Table
Located in Sheffield, MA
This indoor or outdoor garden patio coffee table has an oval cement top with good geometric mosaic
Category

20th Century Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Concrete, Metal

Vintage Octagonal Top Faux Bois Garden Table
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage octagonal top faux bois garden table or plant stand in concrete.
Category

Vintage 1950s French Folk Art Side Tables

Materials

Concrete

French Garden Table with Concrete Top
Located in Sheffield, MA
French Garden Bistro Table with beautiful pedestal base. Top and base can be sold separately
Category

Vintage 1930s French Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Iron

French 19th Century Painted Iron Table Base with Concrete Top
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
table. The base holds a custom 1-¾” thick stadium shaped concrete top. The top shows sign of wear and
Category

Antique 19th Century French Other Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Concrete

Paul Kingma Square Coffee Table Slate Top, Holland, 1978
By Paul Kingma
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Very nice and unique solid concrete square coffee table designed and made by Paul Kingma, Holland
Category

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

Materials

Stone, Concrete, Slate, Metal

HOLLY HUNT Outdoor Peso Dining Table in Black Abyss Base Pure White Top
By HOLLY HUNT
Located in Chicago, IL
With its graceful curves and sculptural physique, the Peso Dining Table makes quite the impression
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Concrete

White Concrete Top Round on Barrel Base Dining Table
Located in Dallas, TX
White concrete round top dining table with industrial barrel base. Piece from our one of a kind
Category

20th Century Industrial Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Limestone, Metal

Pair of Medusa Heads Supporting an Agate Top from an NYC Building
Located in Atlanta, GA
them with the beautiful agate top seen in the last photos as a console table. The agate top measures 76
Category

Early 20th Century American Classical Greek Console Tables

Materials

Agate, Concrete

Midcentury French Garden Bowl with Iron Stand and Glass Top
Located in Houston, TX
Found in France this French garden bowl with an iron base and glass top is a wonderful coffee table
Category

Mid-20th Century French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Concrete, Iron

Minimalist Sapo Dining Table by Sergio and Giorgio Saporiti for Saporiti, Italy
By Sergio and Giorgio Saporiti, Saporiti
Located in Antwerpen, Antwerp
, holding a glass table top which is attached with two big chrome screws. The concrete base shows a
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Concrete

Circular Tile-Top Garden Table
Located in Doylestown, PA
A mid-century tile-top garden table with tubular metal base and circular concrete top inset with
Category

Vintage 1950s American Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Concrete

Brutalist Nail Table Top Sculpture
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
Vintage Brutalist sculpture in the manner of Degroot, set in concrete.
Category

Vintage 1970s American Brutalist Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Concrete, Steel

Round Industrial Dining Table
Located in Houston, TX
Custom crafted concrete dining table top with iron edged banding and beautiful patina atop a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dining Room Tables

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Concrete Table Top For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal concrete table top for your home. Each concrete table top for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using stone, cast stone and concrete. Find 25 options for an antique or vintage concrete table top now, or shop our selection of 38 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a concrete table top — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A concrete table top is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Modern, Mid-Century Modern and Industrial styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one concrete table top that is appealing in its simplicity, but Zieta, HOLLY HUNT and Hun-Chung Lee produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Concrete Table Top?

The average selling price for a concrete table top at 1stDibs is $4,495, while they’re typically $395 on the low end and $60,000 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Tables for You

The right vintage, new or antique tables can help make any space in your home stand out.

Over the years, the variety of tables available to us, as well as our specific needs for said tables, has broadened. Today, with all manner of these must-have furnishings differing in shape, material and style, any dining room table can shine just as brightly as the guests who gather around it.

Remember, when shopping for a dining table, it must fit your dining area, and you need to account for space around the table too — think outside the box, as an oval dining table may work for tighter spaces. Alternatively, if you’ve got the room, a Regency-style dining table can elevate any formal occasion at mealtime.

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Coffee and cocktail tables can serve as a room’s centerpiece with attention-grabbing details and colors. Glass varieties will keep your hardwood flooring and dazzling area rugs on display, while a marble or stone coffee table in a modern interior can showcase your prized art books and decorative objects. A unique vintage desk or writing table can bring sophistication and even a bit of spice to your work life. 

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Questions About Concrete Table Top
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To polish a concrete table, you will need to use a handheld wet concrete polisher and grit pads of various coarseness levels. Because you could easily damage the table, consider enlisting the help of a concrete mason rather than attempting to polish your furniture on your own. Find a wide variety of concrete tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A tabletop is the flat, horizontal part of a table that is supported by the table’s legs. It is the part of the table where your meals are served. Tabletops come in various shapes, sizes and designs, and a variety of tables can be found on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Formica table tops are tabletops that are made of a composite material invented for industrial products in the early 1900s. Formica, today, is one of the brands that produces HPL, a high-pressure laminate that is heat-resistant and durable and ideal for use in tabletop construction. Find a collection of antique and vintage tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Solid wood has largely been hailed as one of the most durable table tops, specifically oak and birch. Oak has an open grain and shows the least wear and tear. You can shop a selection of wood tables from some of the world’s sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The plank top table is a modern interpretation of the traditional harvest table. Some plank top tables from modern brands feature cosmetic grooves in a solid tabletop that allow them to appear planked. The grooves are superficial, but this feature allows the boards to work together without the threat of gaps materializing. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage plank top tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    As the name suggests, a flip top table is that piece of furniture with a hinged leaf that lies flat on the top of the table and folds outward to double the size. Flip top tables are both elegant and stylish and can add a modern element to any room at home, a workplace or at school. The tables are easy to set up and help create ample space for use. Find a collection of antique and vintage flip top tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    The top of a table is called a tabletop. Makers craft tabletops out of a variety of materials, including wood, metal, glass, concrete, marble, ceramic and quartz. In most cases, the tabletop rests on a component called the frieze, skirt or apron, which connects to the table legs. Find a diverse assortment of antique, vintage and contemporary tables on 1stDibs.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
    A tilt top table is a type of table where the top is attached to the central pedestal on a hinge that can be turned horizontally to reduce space when not in use.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, lacquer table tops are extremely durable and add a glossy look to furniture. Lacquer is a clear coating that provides a durable seal and an attractive sheen on wood furniture. Shop a selection of lacquered wood furniture, including tables, on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Before attaching a marble top to a table, make sure the table can handle the weight. Then, clean the surface and apply a silicone adhesive and attach the marble. Save the hassle and shop a selection of furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The height of a lift top coffee table should match the sofa or chairs that it is used with. The top of the coffee table should reach the height of the seat of the sofa, or within one to two inches lower than it. On 1stDibs, find a range of lift top coffee tables.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The best thickness for a glass table top depends on usage. If the glass is used just as a cover, then ¼-inch thick glass is likely good enough. If the glass will be used is as a table surface, then you should choose the thickness of the glass according to the size of the table. If the glass used is supporting heavy items, or its size is more than 24 inches, then choose glass that is thicker than ¼ inch. Thicker glass will feel and look more substantial, but thicker glass becomes heavier with increasing size. On 1stDibs, find antique and vintage glass-top dining room tables, glass-top coffee tables, side tables and more.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, you should put glass on top of your dining table to minimize scratches and wear. Glass allows you to see the beauty of the wood while protecting it from everyday wear.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    You can substitute a number of things for a glass table top. Try painted wood, marble or sheet metal. To decide what to use, consider the overall style of your room and the other types of materials featured in the space. Shop a selection of tables from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What you put on top of a large coffee table really comes down to a matter of preference. Candles, books and decorative bowls are common design choices. You can shop a variety of coffee table goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, epoxy resin is good for finishing table tops. It is a pourable, self-leveling resin perfect for preserving table tops, bar tops and counters. On 1stDibs, you can find vintage and contemporary resin-topped furniture from top sellers around the world.