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Picasso, a Library or Coffee Table Book, circa 1950s
By Pablo Picasso
Located in New York, NY
Picasso, a library or coffee table book, 1955, First Edition, Germany. The cover design was made
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Mid-20th Century German Books

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Paper

Pablo Picasso, Library or Coffee Table Book, circa 1950s
Located in New York, NY
'Pablo Picasso', a library or coffee table book, 1955. The cover design was made especially for
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Books

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Paper

70s Picasso Gold Art Coffee Table or Library Book
Located in New York, NY
death. - the Felicie"; art coffee table or library book, 1974, New York and Paris, France
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Late 20th Century French Modern Books

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Foil

1980s Andy Warhol A Retrospective Library or Coffee Table Book
By Andy Warhol
Located in New York, NY
A late 20th century 'Andy Warhol A Retrospective' library or coffee table book by The Museum of
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Vintage 1980s American Expressionist Books

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Paper

Clever Convertible Vintage Wood Tooled Leather Library Steps Coffee Table
Located in Hopewell, NJ
a rectangular coffee or end table. Legs are handsomely turned and risers or top of table have
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Vintage 1950s North American Georgian Stairs

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Leather, Mahogany

Evidence 1944-1994 Richard Avedon Coffee Table or Library Book
By Richard Avedon
Located in New York, NY
Evidence: 1944-1994 Richard Avedon, coffee table or library book, by Richard Avedon. A beautiful
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20th Century Italian Books

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Paper

Van Cleef Arpels Library or Coffee Table Book, circa 1990s
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A small, very beautiful library or coffee table book from French luxury jeweler Van Cleef & Arpels
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1990s French Art Deco Books

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Paper

Van Cleef Arpels Library or Coffee Table Book, circa 1980s
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A very beautiful library or coffee table book from French luxury jeweler Van Cleef & Arpels
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Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Books

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Paper

Slim Aarons La Dolce Vita Library or Coffee Table Book
Located in New York, NY
The beautiful and iconic Slim Aarons La Dolce Vita library or coffee table book. Slim Aarons was an
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2010s American Books

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Paper

So80s, Photography of a Decade, Coffee Table or Library Book
Located in New York, NY
so80s, A Photographic Diary of a Decade, by Patrick McMullan. Book includes iconic people such as Andy Warhol, JFK Jr., Grace Jones, and Bruce Springsteen, from iconic NYC places s...
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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Books

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Paper

An Autobiography Richard Avedon, Coffee Table or Library Book, ca. 1990s
By Richard Avedon
Located in New York, NY
An Auto-Biography Richard Avedon A coffee table or library book, ca. 1990s XXXX Auto
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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Books

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Paper

Chanel and Her World, Library or Coffee Table Book, ca 1979
Located in New York, NY
, hardcover library or coffee table book about the life and career of early 20th century icon, Gabrielle "Coco
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Vintage 1970s American Books

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Paper

Pools by Kelly Klein an Architecture Coffee Table or Library Book
By Kelly Klein, Rizzoli
Located in New York, NY
This is a very beautiful and inspiring coffee table or library book by Kelly Klein, featuring
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21st Century and Contemporary American Books

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Paper

Mies van der Rohe at Work, Coffee Table or Library Book
Located in New York, NY
'Mies van der Rohe at work' coffee table or library book. An incredible book by Peter Carter who
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Early 20th Century English Modern Books

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Paper

Andree Putman A Designer Apart Library or Coffee Table Book, 1990s
By Andree Putman
Located in New York, NY
A very beautiful and timeless library or coffee table book about designer Andree Putman. 'Andree
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1990s Spanish Modern Books

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Paper

Van Cleef Arpels, The Poetry of Time, Coffee Table or Library Book
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels, The Poetry of Time, coffee table or library book, France. This a beautiful
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Early 2000s French Books

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Paper

Cabinet of Natural Curiosities Coffee Table or Library Book by Albertus Seba
By TASCHEN, Albertus Seba 1
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 'Cabinet of Natural Curiosities' coffee table or library book by Albertus Seba. Published
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Early 2000s German Books

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Paper

Alexander Calder and His Magical Mobiles Library or Coffee Table Book, 1981
By Alexander Calder
Located in New York, NY
his action toy designs and commercial sculptures. A great addition to any office, library, or coffee
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Books

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Paper

Hermitage Museum Coffee Table or Library Books with Malachite Green Dust Jackets
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful set, the Hermitage Museum library or coffee table books Vol. 1 and 2, with black, white
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Late 20th Century English Books

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Paper

Pablo Picasso, a Retrospective, Library or Coffee Table Book, 1980 New York
By Pablo Picasso, MOMA Museum New York
Located in New York, NY
Pablo Picasso: A Retrospective, The Museum on Modern Art, New York, library or coffee table book
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20th Century American Modern Books

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Paper

Georgia O Keeffe, One Hundred Flowers , Coffee Table or Library Book, 1980s
By Georgia O Keeffe
Located in New York, NY
Georgia O'Keeffe, 'One Hundred Flowers', coffee table or library book, 1987. American Modernism; a
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20th Century American Organic Modern Books

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Paper

VISCOUNT DAVID LINLEY BURR WALNUT BEDSIDE LAMP WINE TABLE PART SUiTE
By David Linley
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
, large coffee table, single side table, pair of burr walnut height adjustable occasional centre tables
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20th Century English Art Deco Tables

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Satinwood, Walnut

So80s, Photography of a New York Decade, Coffee Table or Library Book
Located in New York, NY
So80s, a photographic diary of a decade, by Patrick McMullan. Book includes iconic people such as Andy Warhol, JFK Jr., Grace Jones, Jean-Michel Basquiat and Bruce Springsteen to na...
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Books

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Paper

20th Century Jewelry Art Nouveau to Modern Coffee Table or Library Book, 1990s
Located in New York, NY
A very beautiful 20th century jewelry Art Nouveau to modern coffee table or library book, circa
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20th Century Italian Modern Books

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Linen, Paper

Picasso, The Artist of the Century, Library or Coffee Table Book, circa 1970s
By Pablo Picasso
Located in New York, NY
'Picasso', 'The Artist of the Century', library or coffee table book, 1972. A stunning book about
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20th Century Swiss Books

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Paper

Shells Treasures of the Sea Sea Shell Library or Coffee Table Book, ca. 1990s
Located in New York, NY
: 'Treasures of the Sea' is an incredible book, beautifully done, and informative. This coffee table or library
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1990s Organic Modern Books

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Paper

Coffee Table Book
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
, Texas. 160 pp, 150 Color Photographs, This is a beautiful coffee table or library book.
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Late 20th Century American Spanish Colonial Books

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Paper

Bulgari Jewelry Coffee Table Book, Italy
By Bulgari
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
This is a beautiful coffee table or library book about the history of the iconic Italian luxury
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1990s Italian Neoclassical Books

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Paper

Alberto Pinto Moderns Coffee Table Book
By Alberto Pinto
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
this is sumptuously evident This is a beautiful coffee table or library book about modern home design.
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Books

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Paper

Taj Mahal Hardcover Coffee Table Book
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
complete a breathtaking tribute. This is a beautiful coffee table or library book.
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1990s Indian Agra Books

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Paper

Calligraphie Arabe Paperback Coffee Table Book
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
antiques. This is a beautiful coffee table or library book.
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1990s African Moorish Books

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Paper

Pierre Deux s French Country Coffee Table Book
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Binding and dust-jacket. This is a beautiful coffee table or library book.
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Late 20th Century French French Provincial Books

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Paper

Horst Coffee Table Book, First Edition, 1984
Located in New York, NY
Horst: His Work and His World, an incredible library or coffee table book, first edition, published
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Late 20th Century American Books

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Paper

Vintage Yachts by Flavio Serafini Coffee Table Book
Located in New York, NY
A chic coffee table book, Vintage Yachts of the World, by Flavio Serafini, 2003. Print in Italy
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Early 2000s Italian Books

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Paper

California Interiors Interieurs Californiens Tashen Coffee Table Book
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Publication Date: 1999 Binding: Hardcover This is a beautiful coffee table or library book.
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20th Century American Modern Books

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Paper

Rock in Fashion John Varvatos Coffee Table Book
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
coffee table or library book 9 5/8" x 12 3/8" 272 pages Title: John Varvatos: Rock in Fashion
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Books

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Paper

Luxury Hotels Africa Middle East Hardcover Coffee Table Book
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
table or library book. Language: English Hardcover: 220 pages.
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21st Century and Contemporary African Moorish Books

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Paper

Sottsass Coffee Table Book Featuring Memphis Design, Phaidon, 2014
By Ettore Sottsass
Located in Atlanta, GA
have for 20th Century design enthusiasts and will be a wonderful addition to a library or cool coffee
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2010s Chinese Design

"Morocco" Coffee Table Book by Paul Bowles First Edition, 1993
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
. (128pp.) 80 full-color images taken by photographer Barry Brukoff. This is a beautiful coffee table or
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1990s Moroccan Modern Books

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Paper

"Tiffany in Fashion" Book by John Loring Coffee Table Book
By Tiffany Studios, John Loring
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
coffee table or library book about the history of the iconic luxury jeweler.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Romantic Books

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Paper

200 Great Destinations Art, History, Nature Cattaneo, Marco, Coffee Table Book
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
beautiful coffee table or library book.
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Books

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Paper

Arabia In Search Of The Golden Ages Coffee Table Book
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
2010 This is a beautiful coffee table or library book.
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21st Century and Contemporary Saudi Arabian Islamic Books

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Paper

The Art of Paul Gauguin Richard Brettell Coffee Table Book
By Paul Gauguin
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
influential proponent of wood engraving and woodcuts as art forms. This is a beautiful coffee table or
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Late 20th Century French Modern Books

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Paper

Interieurs Parisiens by Lisa Lovatt-Smith Parisian Interiors Coffee Table Book
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
the Zen apartment of Kircherer. This is a beautiful coffee table or library book.
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20th Century French French Provincial Books

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Paper

"Andy Warhol A Retrospective" HardCover Coffee Table Book 1st Ed. 1989
By MOMA Museum New York, (after) Andy Warhol
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Late-20th century 'Andy Warhol A Retrospective' hardcover library or coffee table book by The Museum of
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20th Century American Moorish Books

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Paper

Islamic Frontiers Of China Silk Road Images Coffee Table Book Signed
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
beautiful collector coffee table or library book, signed by author How Man Wong. There are over twenty
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1990s Chinese Islamic Books

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Paper

Style by John Saladino, Design, Decor and Architecture Coffee Table Book
By John Saladino
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
coffee table or library book.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Spanish Colonial Books

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Paper

Turkey from The Selcuks to the Ottomans, Architecture Tashen Coffee Table Book
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
book measures 9 3/4" W X 12" H X 1" D., with 236 pages. This is a beautiful coffee table or library
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Late 20th Century Turkish Modern Books

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Paper

Classic Homes of Los Angeles by Douglas Woods, 2010 Coffee Table Book
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
and winner of the California Book Award for nonfiction. This is a beautiful coffee table or library
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2010s American Spanish Colonial Books

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Paper

Mud, Mirror and Thread: Folk Traditions of Rural India Book by Coffee Table Book
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Nagarajan. This is a beautiful coffee table or library book Title Mud, Mirror and Thread: Folk Traditions
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Late 20th Century Indian Agra Books

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Paper

French Art Deco Period Coffee or Tea Cup and Saucer by Jean Luce
By Jean Luce
Located in New York, NY
measures: 3.63" diameter Saucer measures: 4.88" D x 6" W Van Cleef & Arpels library or coffee table book
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Delft and Faience

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Silver

Jean-Michel Basquiat Drawing Book
Located in New York, NY
A Jean-Michel Basquiat drawing coffee table or library book. A story, with original writing and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Books

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Paper

Pacific Island by YPMA, Herbert Design Book
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
, Soft cover This is a beautiful coffee table or library design book.
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Late 20th Century Oceanic Folk Art Books

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Paper

1400 Years of Islamic Art a Descriptive Catalogue Hardcover Book
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
, 165 colour illustrations. Language: English Hardcover: 247 pages This is a beautiful coffee table
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Late 20th Century Turkish Islamic Books

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Paper

Advertising Design in Japan, Volume 23
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
. Many full color photos This is a beautiful coffee table or library book about advertising.
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1990s Japanese Modern Books

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Paper

Whales, Dolphins, And Porpoises Of The World by Baker, Mary L. Book
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Place of publication New York Date published 1987 This is a beautiful coffee table or library book.
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Late 20th Century American Modern Books

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Paper

Inside North Korea Hardcover Book
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
coffee table book Title: Inside North Korea Publisher: Chronicle Books Publication Date: 2007 Binding
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Early 2000s Asian Country Books

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Paper

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Library Coffee Table For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal library coffee table for your home. A library coffee table — often made from paper, wood and animal skin — can elevate any home. Find 46 options for an antique or vintage library coffee table now, or shop our selection of 1 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer library coffee table, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A library coffee table made by Modern designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one library coffee table that is appealing in its simplicity, but Pablo Picasso, Van Cleef Arpels and Andy Warhol produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Library Coffee Table?

Prices for a library coffee table start at $175 and top out at $9,950 with the average selling for $525.
Questions About Library Coffee Table
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, you can use a library table as a desk. In fact, many people like the spacious tops found on library tables because they usually have enough room to accommodate a computer and provide additional work space. Find a range of library tables on 1stDibs.
  • 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 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.

    Shop a wide variety of 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 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.
  • 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 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.

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