What are nesting side tables?

A nesting table is a set of tables designed to be stored one inside or under the other, giving them a layered or stacked appearance. A side table is a table that’s placed beside a piece of furniture. A nesting side table would be a series of side tables in graduated heights that can be stacked or nested together. Shop a collection of nesting tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Why are modern coffee tables so low?

Modern coffee tables tend to be low because they’re most commonly placed in front of couches and chairs. Historically, coffee tables were placed behind the couch which necessitated a taller table. Over time, as styles changed and coffee tables came to be positioned in front of couches, their heights were lowered to accommodate the modern arrangement. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage and contemporary coffee tables from some of the world’s top sellers.

What are nesting tables?

Nesting tables are small tables graduated in size so they can be stacked one on top of the other.

What were nesting tables used for?

Nesting tables typically consist of several different sizes of tables designed to fit underneath one another — they were initially intended to save space in the drawing room. The tables were pulled out as needed and used for playing chess, needlepoint and engaging in other leisurely activities. Shop a collection of nesting tables on 1stDibs from top sellers worldwide.

Can I stack nesting tables?

It depends on the design, but in most cases, you can indeed stack nesting tables. Nesting tables are a great way to maximize furniture usage while saving space in smaller areas. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of nesting tables from some of the top sellers around the world.

Who invented nesting tables?

English cabinet maker Thomas Sheraton is credited with publishing the first drawings of nesting tables in the early 19th century, but they may have been used as early as the mid-18th century.

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 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 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 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 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.

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R And Y Augousti Frames

Bordeira Coffee

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Stone And Brass Cocktail Table

Art Deco Rattan Table

Walnut And Travertine Mid Century Tables

Stainless Steel Coffee Tea Set

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2010s French Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Concrete, Metal

Handmade Nesting Tables, Set Side Coffee Tables Handcrafted by French Designer

$4,550 / set

Handmade Nesting Tables, Set Side Coffee Tables Handcrafted by French Designer

Located in LANGUEUX, FR

The beauty and high quality of handmade concrete and metal tables made in France are unparalleled

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2010s French Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Concrete, Metal

Handmade Nesting Tables, Set Side Coffee Tables Handcrafted by French Designer

$4,779 / set

Coffee Table Nesting Tables from Maison Charles, France 1970s, Set of 3

By Charles Maison

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

. The side tables are 36cm high, and 76cm x 43.5cm wide and deep.

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Vintage 1960s French Hollywood Regency Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Brass, Metal

Coffee Table Nesting Tables from Maison Charles, France 1970s, Set of 3

$1,137 / set

Curved Nesting Table Coffee 1970s Solid Brass Italian Design Bamboo Shape

Located in Palermo, Sicily

Nesting table coffee 1970s design Italian style, made of solid brass in the shape of bamboo cane

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Brass

Curved Nesting Table Coffee 1970s Solid Brass Italian Design Bamboo Shape

$1,509 Sale Price / set

30% Off

Mid-Century Modern Nesting Coffee / Side Table in Teak, Finland 1950s-60s

Located in Helsinki, FI

Mid-Century Teak Nesting Tables, Finland or Denmark, 1950s. This sleek and refined set of mid

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Teak

Mid-Century Modern Nesting Coffee / Side Table in Teak, Finland 1950s-60s

$1,437

Gallotti Radice Chrome Smoked Glass Nesting Tables 1980s Coffee Vintage Retro

By Gallotti Radice

Located in London, GB

Nest of 1980s Italian tables in steel chrome frame and brown smoked tempered glass, from design

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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Chrome

Gallotti Radice Chrome Smoked Glass Nesting Tables 1980s Coffee Vintage Retro

$2,250 / set

Heavy Solid Bronze Faux Bamboo Expansion Round Nesting Coffee Side Tables MINT!

By Maison Jansen

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Heavy Solid Bronze Faux Bamboo Expandable Round Nesting Coffee Side Tables MINT! Glass top multi

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Brass, Bronze

Heavy Solid Bronze Faux Bamboo Expansion Round Nesting Coffee Side Tables MINT!

$3,400

Set of Three Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Nesting Side Coffee Tables 1960s

Located in Portland, OR

A good set of three Danish Mid Century Modern teak nesting side tables, circa 1965. This very

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Teak

Set of Three Danish Mid Century Modern Teak Nesting Side Coffee Tables 1960s

$795 / set

Hi-Lo Convertible Reed Coffee Dinette Game Table w/ Nesting Benches Stools Chair

By Paul Frankl, Ficks Reed

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Mid-Century Modern round reed coffee - dinette dining or game table w/ nesting benches stools

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Bamboo, Rattan

Hi-Lo Convertible Reed Coffee Dinette Game Table w/ Nesting Benches Stools Chair

$7,500 / set

Contemporary Set of 3 Brass and Marble Nesting Tables, Italy

Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR

Set of 3 Nesting nested stacking tables or coffee low cocktails side end tables in brass and free

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

Contemporary Set of 3 Brass and Marble Nesting Tables, Italy

$12,577

Three Italian Midcentury Nesting Tables by Ico Parisi, 1950s

By Ico Parisi

Located in Paris, FR

An exquisite set of three vintage nesting side or coffee tables, crafted by the renowned Italian

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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Three Italian Midcentury Nesting Tables by Ico Parisi, 1950s

$3,135 / set

Rapheäl Coffee Table

By Rapheäl

Located in Chicago, IL

French table designed by Rapheäl.

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Wood

Rapheäl Coffee Table

$6,300

Set of 3 Nesting Tables Designed by Gianfranco Frattini for Meblo, Italy 70s

By Gianfranco Frattini, Meblo

Located in Lucija, SI

A set of three coffee nesting tables made in Meblo furniture factory in the former Yugoslavia. The

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

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Glass, Wood

Set of 3 Nesting Tables Designed by Gianfranco Frattini for Meblo, Italy 70s

$2,216 / set

Trio Coffee Table c. 1980s

Located in Chicago, IL

The three tables can be moved around to create a larger or smaller table. There is vintage wear

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Vintage 1980s Unknown Post-Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Plaster

Trio Coffee Table c. 1980s

$3,050 / set

Italian Vintage Bamboo Cane and Rattan Nesting Tables with Clear Glass Top, 60s

Located in Roma, IT

I am offering for sale a Nesting Table consisting of 3 coffee tables of increasing size of the

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking ...

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Bamboo, Cane, Glass

Italian Vintage Bamboo Cane and Rattan Nesting Tables with Clear Glass Top, 60s

$1,617 / set

Circensi Coffee Table by Gum Design

By Gumdesign, Hebanon Fratelli Basile

Located in Milan, IT

This exceptional coffee table from the Circensi Collection (meaning "circus") draws inspiration

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2010s Italian Other Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Wood, Ash, Rosewood

Circensi Coffee Table by Gum Design

$8,655 / item

Set of 2 Work Coffee Tables

By Modesign

Located in Milan, IT

Pair of two coffee tables, with wooden top and glass feet. Water-based ecological painting

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2010s Italian Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Wood

Set of 2 Work Coffee Tables

$5,110 / set

1986 Fan Nesting Table by DIA (Design Institute America) 3 tier glass and brass

By Design Institute America, Rick Berry

Located in Phoenix, AZ

nesting swivel cocktail, side or coffee table designed by Rick Berry. Perfect for any post modern, mid

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Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Brass

1986 Fan Nesting Table by DIA (Design Institute America) 3 tier glass and brass

$1,750

Paloma Editions Sunpoet Coffee Table Bianco Onyx

Located in BONDI JUNCTION, AU

A silent presence in the sky, a celestial guardian, a muse. The Sunpoet Coffee Table by Paloma

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2010s Italian Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Travertine, Onyx

Paloma Editions Sunpoet Coffee Table Bianco Onyx

$35,000 / item

Paloma Editions Sunpoet Coffee Table Navona Travertine

Located in BONDI JUNCTION, AU

A silent presence in the sky, a celestial guardian, a muse. The Sunpoet Coffee Table by Paloma

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2010s Italian Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Travertine

Paloma Editions Sunpoet Coffee Table Navona Travertine

$7,500 / item

Square Travertine Coffee Table - Travertine Nesting Tables - Marble Coffee Table

Located in İnegöl, TR

TRAVERTINE / MARBLE COFFEE TABLE Type of Marble: Travertine Dimensions: 31" x 16" x 15" Leg Model

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2010s Turkish Arts and Crafts Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Travertine, Marble

Square Travertine Coffee Table - Travertine Nesting Tables - Marble Coffee Table

$1,750

Disfatto Two Coffee Tables by Dennis Guidone

By Biosofa

Located in Milan, IT

With endless combinations, this delightful pair of Disfatto Coffee Tables never look the same. Fun

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2010s Italian Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Wood, Plywood

Disfatto Two Coffee Tables by Dennis Guidone

$2,420 / item

Antique Oriental Hardwood Nest of Coffee Tables

Located in Bedfordshire, GB

A Very Good Quality Mid 19th Century Nest of Four Oriental Hardwood Coffee Tables, Having Well

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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Victorian Nesting Tables and Stacking T...

Materials

Hardwood

Antique Oriental Hardwood Nest of Coffee Tables

$3,614

Oriental Hardwood Nest Of Four Coffee Tables

Located in Bedfordshire, GB

A Very Good Quality Mid 19th Century Nest of Four Oriental Hardwood Coffee Tables, Having Well

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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Victorian Nesting Tables and Stacking T...

Materials

Hardwood

Oriental Hardwood Nest Of Four Coffee Tables

$5,729

1970 s Maison Charles Nested Coffee Table

By Charles Maison

Located in Chesham, GB

Beautiful 1970's Maison Charles coffee table of glass, brass and chrome with 4 nested tables

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Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Brass, Chrome

1970 s Maison Charles Nested Coffee Table

$3,955 / set

Dining Room / Coffee Tables "Livingislands" by Smarin

Located in London, GB

geological strata. o Coffee table system o Dimensions of each element : 123 / 96 / 18 cm - 83 / 56

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21st Century and Contemporary French Post-Modern Nesting Tables and Stac...

Materials

Spruce

Dining Room / Coffee Tables "Livingislands" by Smarin

$6,138

French Onyx Coffee Table - Maison Jansen Style-70

By Maison Jansen

Located in Bussiere Dunoise, Nouvel Aquitaine

Elegant French Onyx and Brass Coffee Table -Lounge Table - Maison Jansen Style from the 70s The

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Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Marble, Onyx, Metal, Brass

French Onyx Coffee Table - Maison Jansen Style-70

$689 Sale Price

20% Off

Danish Teakwood Coffee Table by Arne Vodder

By Johannes Andersen, Arne Vodder, Trioh Møbelfabrik, Grete Jalk

Located in München, DE

Beautiful Danish teak coffee table from the 1960s. Wonderful and high quality design. Transformable

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Teak

Danish Teakwood Coffee Table by Arne Vodder

$2,755

Nest of Three Regency Rosewood Coffee Tables

Located in Bedfordshire, GB

coffee tables having extremely well figured tops, the centre table with inlaid chess board, raised on

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Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Nesting Tables and Stacking T...

Materials

Rosewood

Nest of Three Regency Rosewood Coffee Tables

$4,569

Vintage Malachite Marble Green Gold Gilded Brass End Nest Tables Coffee Table

By Maison Jansen, Willy Daro, Yann Dessauvages, Giuliano Tincani

Located in Wommelgem, VAN

Mid-Century Modern malachtite and gilt brass nesting tables - set of 3 Material: Malachite, brass

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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking...

Materials

Malachite, Marble, Gold Plate, Brass

Vintage Malachite Marble Green Gold Gilded Brass End Nest Tables Coffee Table

$5,390 / set

Chromed coffee table set with nesting tables, 1970s

Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest

Chromed metal coffee table set with clear glasses. The set consists of 4 nesting tables underneath

Category

Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Chrome

Chromed coffee table set with nesting tables, 1970s

$1,497 / set

Set of Three Oak Mid-Century Coffee Tables

Located in London, GB

A set of three nesting tables. Belgium, c1970s. Functional as a nesting set or used around the

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Mid-20th Century Belgian Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Wood

Set of Three Oak Mid-Century Coffee Tables

$647

Mid Century Raffia Mushroom Coffee Tables or Stools

Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

Three mid-century raffia or linen wrapped mushroom coffee tables or stools in graduating height of

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20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Raffia

Mid Century Raffia Mushroom Coffee Tables or Stools

$1,900 / set

STUNNING FLAMED HARDWOOD NEST OF THREE TABLES INCLUDiNG COFFEE COCKTAIL TABLE

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Flamed Mahogany tables including one coffee table and two side tables each protected with glass tops

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20th Century English Victorian Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Glass, Hardwood

STUNNING FLAMED HARDWOOD NEST OF THREE TABLES INCLUDiNG COFFEE COCKTAIL TABLE

$2,387 / set

19th Century Mahogany Quartetto Nest Of Four Coffee Tables

Located in Bedfordshire, GB

A Very Good Quality Mid 19th Century Mahogany Quartetto Nest Of Four Rectangular Coffee Tables

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Georgian Nesting Tables and Stacking Ta...

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Mahogany Quartetto Nest Of Four Coffee Tables

$3,403

RESTORED HARRODS KENNEDY COFFEE SiDE TABLE NEST OF TABLES MILITARY CAMPAIGN

By Kennedy Furniture For Harrods London, Harrods

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Restored Harrods Kennedy nest of two Military Campaign side tables Please note the delivery fee listed is

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20th Century English Campaign Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Brass

RESTORED HARRODS KENNEDY COFFEE SiDE TABLE NEST OF TABLES MILITARY CAMPAIGN

$1,432 / set

Lovely Marble Brass Nest Of Three Coffee Table

Located in Crawley, GB

tables , solid marble and three beautiful sculptural brass legs ,in very good condition , 1970 . Don't

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Mid-20th Century British Hollywood Regency Nesting Tables and Stacking T...

Materials

Marble, Brass

Lovely Marble Brass Nest Of Three Coffee Table

$976 Sale Price

20% Off

Danish Teakwood Coffee or Side Table by Grete Jalk

By Arne Vodder, Trioh Møbelfabrik, Grete Jalk, Johannes Andersen

Located in München, DE

Exceptionally beautiful Danish Teak Coffee Table or Side Table from the 1960s. The high -quality

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Teak

Danish Teakwood Coffee or Side Table by Grete Jalk

$1,557

Lovely Harrods Kennedy Coffee Side Table Nest of Tables Military Campaign

By Kennedy Furniture For Harrods London, Harrods

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

tables A nice decorative set, they are made in the military campaign style so brass fittings and in

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20th Century English Campaign Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Brass

Lovely Harrods Kennedy Coffee Side Table Nest of Tables Military Campaign

$1,977 / set

Art Deco Burr Walnut Coffee table / Nests 3 tables each side, circa 1920s

By Maple Co.

Located in Dereham, GB

Art Deco Burr Walnut & Walnut coffee table, with Nest 3 inset tables each side,circa 1920s

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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Burr Walnut Coffee table / Nests 3 tables each side, circa 1920s

$2,728 Sale Price

20% Off

Vintage Coffee Side Table Nest of Tables Military Campaign with World Maps

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely nest of three side tables with world maps detailing

Category

20th Century English Campaign Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Brass

Vintage Coffee Side Table Nest of Tables Military Campaign with World Maps

$1,636 / set

Mid century design XXL Jean Charles Maison Coffee Table Chrome - 1970s

By Charles Maison

Located in Praha, CZ

- 1970s - France - original condition with nice patina - very thick and heavy glass with small damage

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Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Chrome

Mid century design XXL Jean Charles Maison Coffee Table Chrome - 1970s

$2,394

Rare Lovely Coffee Side Table Nest of Tables Military Campaign with World Maps

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely nest of three side tables with world maps detailing

Category

20th Century English Campaign Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Brass

Rare Lovely Coffee Side Table Nest of Tables Military Campaign with World Maps

$1,977 / set

Modern Faux Shagreen Coffee Table with Macassar Nesting Tables

By Carrocel

Located in North York, ON

Modern Faux Shagreen Coffee Table with Macassar Nesting Tables. This Carrocel custom creation is

Category

2010s Canadian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Modern Faux Shagreen Coffee Table with Macassar Nesting Tables

$26,950 / item

Nest of Coffee Side Tables Military Campaign with World Maps

Located in Pulborough, GB

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning campaign decorative world map nest of tables. A

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20th Century British Campaign Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Brass

Nest of Coffee Side Tables Military Campaign with World Maps

$1,977 / set

Govert Heikoop, minimal Art, De Stijl, Coffee/Side tables, vase console.

By Govert Heikoop

Located in CASTENRAY, NL

into one coffee table. A vase & a console. Measurements. 3 sidetables abc: a. H. 43 x L. 40 x D. 20

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Vintage 1980s Dutch Post-Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Plywood, Paint

Govert Heikoop, minimal Art, De Stijl, Coffee/Side tables, vase console.

$5,390 / set

Midcentury Metal, Brass and Smoked Glass Extractable Coffee Tables, Italy 1970s

Located in Roma, IT

Three wonderful nesting tables in brass and crystal glass. This incredible set was produced in

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Midcentury Metal, Brass and Smoked Glass Extractable Coffee Tables, Italy 1970s

$1,795 / set

Giotto Stoppino Elco Scorze, 1970s Scagno stacking coffee tables, set of 3

By Giotto Stoppino, Elco

Located in Zevenaar, NL

Set of 3 plastic space age Scagno coffee tables or stools by architect Giotto Stoppino. Made for

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Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Plastic

Giotto Stoppino Elco Scorze, 1970s Scagno stacking coffee tables, set of 3

$1,760 / set

ViNTAGE OVER RESTORED GREEN LEATHER MILITARY CAMPAIGN NEST OF COFFEE SIDE TABLES

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

better than new as they have a nice aged patina Please note the sale is for a coffee table and matching

Category

20th Century English Campaign Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Brass

ViNTAGE OVER RESTORED GREEN LEATHER MILITARY CAMPAIGN NEST OF COFFEE SIDE TABLES

$4,023 / set

Large Model T09 Brass and Glass Coffee Table by Peter Ghyczy, 1970s

By Peter Ghyczy

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

We still have the matching two side tables from the T09 series. See last three photos. There are a

Category

Vintage 1960s German Hollywood Regency Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass

Large Model T09 Brass and Glass Coffee Table by Peter Ghyczy, 1970s

$1,497

Trio of Vintage Nest Tables, French Brass, Occasional, Coffee, Late 20th Century

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a trio of vintage nest tables. A French, brass and glass occasional or coffee table, dating

Category

Late 20th Century French Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Brass

Trio of Vintage Nest Tables, French Brass, Occasional, Coffee, Late 20th Century

$2,571 / set

VINTAGE CIRCA 1950 s LEATHER TOPPED CHESSBOARD COFFEE NEST OF TABLES FOR CHESS!

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

, vintage circa 1950's brown leather Chessboard top coffee table with two nesting tables under Please note

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Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

VINTAGE CIRCA 1950 s LEATHER TOPPED CHESSBOARD COFFEE NEST OF TABLES FOR CHESS!

$2,659 / set

Vintage Retro nest of 3 ormolu brass glass tables coffee side Maison Jansen

Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire

Vintage Retro Fine Quality Nest of 3 Ormolu Brass and Glass Tables, believed to be from Maison

Category

Mid-20th Century Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Brass

Vintage Retro nest of 3 ormolu brass glass tables coffee side Maison Jansen

$1,427 Sale Price / set

41% Off

Set of 2 Stackable Coffee Tables With Smoked Glass Top in Mid-Century Italy 70s

Located in Palermo, IT

Midcentury brass,metal gilg and glass set of 2 nesting tables. Modernist faux bamboo styled

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking ...

Materials

Metal, Brass

Set of 2 Stackable Coffee Tables With Smoked Glass Top in Mid-Century Italy 70s

$299 / set

Maison Charles Brass / Chrome Glass Coffee Table Nesting Tables, 60s 70s

By Maison Charles

Located in Basel, BS

A striking large bicolor brass and chrome coffee, center, or cocktail table featuring four pull-out

Category

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

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Maison Charles Brass / Chrome Glass Coffee Table Nesting Tables, 60s 70s

$6,647 / set

Pair of Model T09 Brass and Glass Side or Coffee Tables by Peter Ghyczy, 1970s

By Peter Ghyczy

Located in Nürnberg, Bayern

We still have the matching one large coffee table from the T09 series. See last four photos. There

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Vintage 1960s German Hollywood Regency Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pair of Model T09 Brass and Glass Side or Coffee Tables by Peter Ghyczy, 1970s

$2,216

Coffee table including four nesting side tables, Paris, France, circa 1970

Located in Paris, FR

Large square coffee table by Jean Charles, France 1970, including four nesting side tables. Chrome

Category

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

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Coffee table including four nesting side tables, Paris, France, circa 1970

$5,390

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Nesting Coffee Tables For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of nesting coffee tables is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct nesting coffee tables — often made from metal, wood and brass — can elevate any home. We have 213 antique and vintage nesting coffee tables in-stock, while there are 65 modern editions to choose from as well. Nesting coffee tables have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Modern nesting coffee tables are consistently popular styles. Nesting coffee tables have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by R Y Augousti, Maison Charles et Fils and Fernweh Woodworking are consistently popular.

How Much are Nesting Coffee Tables?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $3,314, while they’re typically $524 on the low end and $47,403 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.

Innovative furniture makers and designers have also redefined what a table can be. Whether it’s an unconventional Ping-Pong table, a brass side table to display your treasured collectibles or a Louis Vuitton steamer trunk to add an air of nostalgia to your loft, your table can say a lot about you.

The visionary work of French designer Xavier Lavergne, for example, includes tables that draw on the forms of celestial bodies as often as they do aquatic creatures or fossils. Elsewhere, Italian architect Gae Aulenti, who looked to Roman architecture in crafting her stately Jumbo coffee table, created clever glass-topped mobile coffee tables that move on bicycle tires or sculpted wood wheels for Fontana Arte.

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.

No matter your desired form or function, a quality table for your living space is a sound investment. On 1stDibs, browse a collection of vintage, new and antique bedside tables, mid-century end tables and more .

Questions About Nesting Coffee Tables

What are nesting side tables?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A nesting table is a set of tables designed to be stored one inside or under the other, giving them a layered or stacked appearance. A side table is a table that’s placed beside a piece of furniture. A nesting side table would be a series of side tables in graduated heights that can be stacked or nested together. Shop a collection of nesting tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
Why are modern coffee tables so low?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Modern coffee tables tend to be low because they’re most commonly placed in front of couches and chairs. Historically, coffee tables were placed behind the couch which necessitated a taller table. Over time, as styles changed and coffee tables came to be positioned in front of couches, their heights were lowered to accommodate the modern arrangement. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage and contemporary coffee tables from some of the world’s top sellers.
What are nesting tables?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Nesting tables are small tables graduated in size so they can be stacked one on top of the other.
What were nesting tables used for?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Nesting tables typically consist of several different sizes of tables designed to fit underneath one another — they were initially intended to save space in the drawing room. The tables were pulled out as needed and used for playing chess, needlepoint and engaging in other leisurely activities. Shop a collection of nesting tables on 1stDibs from top sellers worldwide.
Can I stack nesting tables?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
It depends on the design, but in most cases, you can indeed stack nesting tables. Nesting tables are a great way to maximize furniture usage while saving space in smaller areas. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of nesting tables from some of the top sellers around the world.
Who invented nesting tables?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
English cabinet maker Thomas Sheraton is credited with publishing the first drawings of nesting tables in the early 19th century, but they may have been used as early as the mid-18th century.
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.

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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 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 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 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.

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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 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.

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