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.

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.

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 is the difference between a sofa table and a coffee table?

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

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

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

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 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.

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

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

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

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

What is the standard size of a coffee table?

There isn't really a standard size of a coffee table. Manufacturers produce coffee tables in a range of sizes and shapes. However, many rectangular tables are around 45 to 48 inches in length by 25 to 28 inches in width. Heights typically range from 16 to 18 inches. Shop a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

What is a tray top coffee table?

Tray top coffee tables are coffee tables with long, flat rectangular surfaces that are supported by an x-frame base. Low tables that were initially used as tea or coffee tables have been around since at least the mid- to late-1800s. After coffee drinking and “coffee breaks” became popular, it didn’t take long for coffee and cocktail tables to become a design staple and for consumers to recognize their role in entertaining no matter what beverages were being served. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary tray top coffee tables from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

How do you style an oval coffee table?

To style an oval coffee table, create balance with opposites. Choose a sofa and accent chairs with a boxier shape for a striking contrast. Place a rectangular tray in the center and use it to display decorative accents or to store remotes and coasters. Another approach to decorating an oval table is to use decorative accents at different heights. Think of a tall vase placed next to a low bowl and a small sculpture positioned on top of two stacked coffee table books. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of oval coffee tables.

How do I style a Noguchi coffee table?

Styling a Noguchi coffee table really depends on the space you’re placing it in. The possibilities are far-reaching, so consider the colors and coordination of the other furniture and fixtures around the table. Noguchi tables look beautiful on their own or styled with flowers, books or pottery. Shop a selection of Isamu Noguchi pieces on 1stDibs.

How much does a coffee table cost?

On 1stdibs, a coffee table costs between $160 and $495,500.

Nesting Coffee Tables

R And Y Augousti Frames

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Stone And Brass Cocktail Table

Art Deco Rattan Table

Walnut And Travertine Mid Century Tables

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2010s European Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Rattan, Glass, Mahogany

Contemporary Low Nesting Tables, High Gloss Mahogany/Natural Cane

$26,015 / set

Marcel Breuer, Isokon Nesting Tables, Set of Three Tables, for Isokon, 1936

By Isokon, Marcel Breuer

Located in London, GB

Marcel Breuer, Hungary (designer) ‘Isokon Nesting Tables’ Designed 1936 for the Isokon Furniture

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Mid-20th Century British Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Plywood

Marcel Breuer, Isokon Nesting Tables, Set of Three Tables, for Isokon, 1936

$11,544 / set

French 1970s Neo-Classical Steel and Brass Nesting Tables

By Maison Jansen

Located in Milan, IT

French 1970s neo-classical steel and brass nesting tables. Attributed to Maison Jansen.

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Vintage 1970s French Neoclassical Revival Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel

French 1970s Neo-Classical Steel and Brass Nesting Tables

$2,871 Sale Price

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Beautiful Danish Nesting Tables by Severin Hansen, Denmark, 1960s

By Severin Hansen, Hans J. Wegner, Haslev Mobelsnedkeri

Located in Berlin, DE

Beautiful set of three nesting tables by Severin Hansen, manufactured by Haslev Mobelsnedkeri in

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20th Century Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood

Beautiful Danish Nesting Tables by Severin Hansen, Denmark, 1960s

$2,153

Gianfranco Frattini Large Version Nesting Tables for Cassina, Italy, 1966

By Cassina, Gianfranco Frattini

Located in Milan, IT

Gianfranco Frattini large version nesting tables for Cassina, Italy, 1966. Wood nesting tables with

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

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Formica, Wood

Gianfranco Frattini Large Version Nesting Tables for Cassina, Italy, 1966

$5,383 / set

Hans J. Wegner CH004 Nesting Tables Oak Soap for Carl Hansen

By Carl Hansen Søn, Hans J. Wegner

Located in New York, NY

integrated with other furniture, either as side tables or smaller coffee tables. The Nesting Tables have

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Oak

Hans J. Wegner CH004 Nesting Tables Oak Soap for Carl Hansen

$1,815 / item

Hans J. Wegner CH004 Nesting Tables Oak Oil for Carl Hansen

By Carl Hansen Søn, Hans J. Wegner

Located in New York, NY

integrated with other furniture, either as side tables or smaller coffee tables. The Nesting Tables have

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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cockt...

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Oak

Hans J. Wegner CH004 Nesting Tables Oak Oil for Carl Hansen

$1,945 / item

Sofa Table with Pair Nesting Cocktail Tables in the manner of Harvey Probber

By Harvey Probber

Located in Fraser, MI

Please feel free to reach out for efficient shipping quote to your zip. Nesting sofa table and

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Vintage 1950s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Sofa Table with Pair Nesting Cocktail Tables in the manner of Harvey Probber

$2,275

Copper Nesting Tables by Herbert Hirche for Rosenthal, Germany 1970s

By Herbert Hirche, Rosenthal

Located in Cork, IE

these nesting tables make for an ideal coffee or side ensemble. Hirche, who has been called the "Last

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

Materials

Metal, Copper

Copper Nesting Tables by Herbert Hirche for Rosenthal, Germany 1970s

$2,991 / set

Set of Two Black Faux Shagreen Cocktail Waterfall Nesting Tables

Located in Houston, TX

Set of 2 21st Century black faux shagreen nesting cocktail tables. Overall Dimensions: Larger

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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Set of Two Black Faux Shagreen Cocktail Waterfall Nesting Tables

$6,800 / set

French Directoire style nesting "gigognes" side tables in solid cherry

Located in Landivy, FR

This coffee table is a handmade reproduction of the French Directoire style at the end of the 18th

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2010s French Directoire Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Cherry, Oak

French Directoire style nesting "gigognes" side tables in solid cherry

$1,793 / item

Set of 3 Italian Travertine Nesting or Side Tables, 1980s

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

Magnificent set of 3 Italian nesting or side tables, handcrafted out of travertine. This very rare

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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Travertine

Set of 3 Italian Travertine Nesting or Side Tables, 1980s

$3,577 / set

Postmodern Italian Vintage Pink Marble Nesting Tables-- Set of 3

Located in Basel, BS

Beautiful solid marble nesting tables, with differing heights, to nest accordingly. Can be

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Postmodern Italian Vintage Pink Marble Nesting Tables-- Set of 3

$4,302 Sale Price

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Hans J. Wegner CH004 Nesting Tables Walnut/Oak Oil for Carl Hansen

By Hans J. Wegner, Carl Hansen Søn

Located in New York, NY

integrated with other furniture, either as side tables or smaller coffee tables. The Nesting Tables have

Category

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Materials

Oak, Walnut

Hans J. Wegner CH004 Nesting Tables Walnut/Oak Oil for Carl Hansen

$2,070 / item

Qing Dynasty-Style Set of 4 Chinese Wooden Nesting Side Tables

Located in Prato, Tuscany

crafted from black lacquered oak. Known as nesting or interlocking tables, these pieces fit into one

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Oak

Qing Dynasty-Style Set of 4 Chinese Wooden Nesting Side Tables

$1,866 Sale Price / set

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A Set of Three Nesting Tables by Pierre Guariche France 1960s

By Pierre Guariche

Located in HYÈRES, FR

A set of three nesting tables by Pierre Guariche France 1960s. Manufacturer : Les Huchers

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Vintage 1960s French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Chrome

A Set of Three Nesting Tables by Pierre Guariche France 1960s

$2,632 / set

Italian Mid-Century Modern Brass and Smoked Glass Nesting Tables, 1970s

Located in Traversetolo, IT

Stylish Italian Mid-Century Modern nesting tables in brass with smoked glass from the 1970s

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

Materials

Brass

Italian Mid-Century Modern Brass and Smoked Glass Nesting Tables, 1970s

$765 Sale Price

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Dolmen Table, nesting pair in Silver Travertine and Ebonized Oak

By Jeff Martin Joinery

Located in Vancouver, BC

Dolmen are imagined and realized based on the work of a people in my own ancestry, but lost in time. The ancient megalithic stone structures of Europe are enshrouded in mystery, with...

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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Travertine

Dolmen Table, nesting pair in Silver Travertine and Ebonized Oak

$25,000 / set

Set of Four Mario Bellini Nesting Tables, “Quattro Gatti", Italy, 1967

By C&B Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Dronten, NL

This set of four white fiberglass "Quattro Gatti" tables was designed by Mario Bellini in the 1960s

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

Materials

Fiberglass

Set of Four Mario Bellini Nesting Tables, “Quattro Gatti", Italy, 1967

$1,350 / set

Set of Nesting Table in Wood, Brass and Glass, Italy, 1970s

Located in Rome, IT

Three nesting tables featuring a wooden structure with brass corners and glass shelves in

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

Materials

Metal, Brass

Set of Nesting Table in Wood, Brass and Glass, Italy, 1970s

$1,435

Set of 3 Teak Nesting Tables – 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Design, Vintage

Located in Hannover, DE

Set of Teak Nesting Tables, 1970s Danish Design Elegant set of teak nesting tables from the 1970s

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

Materials

Teak

Set of 3 Teak Nesting Tables – 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Design, Vintage

$789

Postmodern Italian Vintage Grey and Cream Marble Nesting Tables-- Set of 3

Located in Basel, BS

Beautiful solid marble nesting tables, with differing heights, to nest accordingly. Can be

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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Postmodern Italian Vintage Grey and Cream Marble Nesting Tables-- Set of 3

$4,302 Sale Price

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"Tango" Glass Nesting Table Set by Fabio Di Bartolomei for Fiam Italia

By Fabio Di Bartolomei, FIAM

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

This lovely and rare nesting table set was designed in 1996 by Fabio di Bartolomei for Fiam Italy

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1990s Italian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

"Tango" Glass Nesting Table Set by Fabio Di Bartolomei for Fiam Italia

$2,620

Set of Three Teak Nesting Side Tables with Chocolate Spindle Legs – Palo Line

By Uultis Design

Located in Miami, FL

A set of three Palo nesting side tables by Uultis in teak wood with chocolate painted turned

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2010s Brazilian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Teak

Set of Three Teak Nesting Side Tables with Chocolate Spindle Legs – Palo Line

$1,516 Sale Price / item

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Art-Deco Nesting Tables, Ebony Wood w/ Oxidized Brass Accents By José Castro

Located in NEW YORK, NY

These striking coffee tables are a masterful blend of rich materiality and sophisticated design

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Art-Deco Nesting Tables, Ebony Wood w/ Oxidized Brass Accents By José Castro

$23,690 / set

Bauhaus Chrome nesting or side Table by Marcel Breuer for Mucke Melder, 1930s

By Mücke Melder, Marcel Breuer

Located in Praha, CZ

- 1930s, Czechoslovakia - good condition, cleaned - original colour jr

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Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Chrome

Bauhaus Chrome nesting or side Table by Marcel Breuer for Mucke Melder, 1930s

$1,135

Bauhaus Chrome nesting or side Table by Marcel Breuer for Mucke Melder, 1930s

By Mücke Melder, Marcel Breuer

Located in Praha, CZ

- 1930s, Czechoslovakia - very good condition, cleaned - marked jr

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Vintage 1930s Czech Bauhaus Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Chrome

Bauhaus Chrome nesting or side Table by Marcel Breuer for Mucke Melder, 1930s

$1,135

Set of 3 walnut nesting low tables mod. 777 by Afra Tobia Scarpa for Cassina

By Figli di Amadeo Cassina, Afra Tobia Scarpa

Located in Varese, Lombardia

Set of 3 nesting low tables in walnut designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa and produced by Cassina

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Space Age Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Set of 3 walnut nesting low tables mod. 777 by Afra Tobia Scarpa for Cassina

$2,129 / set

Italian Marble Coffee Tables, 1960s, Set of 2

Located in GRENOBLE, FR

Pair of nesting marble coffee tables from the 1960s. Removable square tops with rare traces of use

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Italian Marble Coffee Tables, 1960s, Set of 2

$1,589 / set

Mid-Century Modern coffee tables tiles Belarti (3 pcs)

By Juliette Belarti

Located in Waddinxveen, ZH

A very nice set of coffee tables or nesting set from the Mid-Century period. Designed by J

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

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mid-Century Modern coffee tables tiles Belarti (3 pcs)

$2,147 / set

Domino Coffee Table, Blackened Steel Smoked Glass, by Force/Collide

By Force/Collide

Located in Seattle, WA

The Domino Coffee Table is part of a nesting duo of tables finely constructed and finished with

Category

2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal, Steel, Cut Steel

Domino Coffee Table, Blackened Steel Smoked Glass, by Force/Collide

$12,500

Scandinavian modern coffee tables Annika by Bruno Mathsson, Sweden, 1950s

By Bruno Mathsson

Located in Eskilstuna, SE

Beautiful set of coffee tables or nesting tables designed by Bruno Mathsson for Firma Karl Mathsson

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Beech, Birch

Scandinavian modern coffee tables Annika by Bruno Mathsson, Sweden, 1950s

$4,773 / set

Coffee Table with nesting Table - 1970s

Located in Linkebeek, BE

Coffee Table with nesting Table - 1970s Wear consistent with age and use Seventies - Vintage

Category

Vintage 1970s Sofa Tables

Materials

Metal

Coffee Table with nesting Table - 1970s

$1,375

Set of Three Italian Modern Travertine Tables

By Angelo Mangiarotti, Romeo Rega

Located in Houston, TX

nesting tables, side tables or coffee tables. This versatile set of travertine tables can be used

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Travertine

Set of Three Italian Modern Travertine Tables

$2,850 / set

1960s Danish Nesting Side End Coffee Tables by Severin Han

By Severin Hansen

Located in Victoria, BC

We are thrilled to present an exquisite set of Danish nesting tables, designed in the 1950s by the

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Wood

1960s Danish Nesting Side End Coffee Tables by Severin Han

$2,450

Italian 1970s Set of 3 Cream Travertine Nesting Coffee Cocktail Tables

Located in Basel, BS

Set of three nesting tables made of Travertine. Each table sits on a T shape base. The marble tops

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Travertine

Italian 1970s Set of 3 Cream Travertine Nesting Coffee Cocktail Tables

$5,733 Sale Price

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Set of 3 Mid Century Modern Nesting Coffee Side End Occasional Tables MINT!

By Harvey Probber, Paul McCobb

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Set of 3 Mid Century Modern Nesting Coffee Side End Occasional Tables MINT!

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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Center Tables

Materials

Laminate, Walnut

Set of 3 Mid Century Modern Nesting Coffee Side End Occasional Tables MINT!

$3,200 / set

Arthur Umanoff Birch and Iron Bench/Coffee Table with Rush Nesting Stools

By Arthur Umanoff

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Arthur Umanoff slatted birch bench/coffee table with iron legs concealing three nesting stools with

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Wrought Iron

Arthur Umanoff Birch and Iron Bench/Coffee Table with Rush Nesting Stools

$4,500 / set

Torei Walnut Occasional Table by Luca Nichetto for Cassina

By Cassina, Luca Nichetto

Located in Saint Paul, MN

restraint in creating these minimalist tables for Cassina. This occasional table can be used as a nesting

Category

2010s Modern Sofa Tables

Materials

Steel

Torei Walnut Occasional Table by Luca Nichetto for Cassina

$1,200

Black Metal Stained Oak Anatole Side Table by HARTO

Located in Geneve, CH

or a side table. It goes well with the Eugénie coffee tables in nesting mode. Anatole is made in

Category

2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Black Metal Stained Oak Anatole Side Table by HARTO

$526 / item

Matt Grey Metal Natural Oak Anatole Side Table by HARTO

Located in Geneve, CH

or a side table. It goes well with the Eugénie coffee tables in nesting mode. Anatole is made in

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2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Matt Grey Metal Natural Oak Anatole Side Table by HARTO

$514 / item

1960s Severin Hansen Fully Restored Rosewood Side Table with Shelf by Haslev

By Haslev Mobelsnedkeri, Severin Hansen Jr.

Located in Knebel, DK

, nesting tables, coffee tables, and sewing tables were manufactored almost exclusively in rosewood and

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Rosewood

1960s Severin Hansen Fully Restored Rosewood Side Table with Shelf by Haslev

$1,375

Shagreen Console Table with Bronze Patina Brass Details by Kifu Paris

By Kifu Augousti

Located in New York, NY

daughter of Ria and Yiouri Augousti. Available in other finishes and as a nesting side table and a coffee

Category

2010s Philippine Art Deco Console Tables

Materials

Quartz, Brass

Shagreen Console Table with Bronze Patina Brass Details by Kifu Paris

$12,995 / item

Shagreen Console Table with Bronze Patina Brass Details by Kifu Paris

By Kifu Augousti

Located in New York, NY

Augousti the daughter of Ria and Yiouri Augousti. Available in other finishes and as a nesting side table

Category

2010s Philippine Art Deco Console Tables

Materials

Quartz, Brass

Shagreen Console Table with Bronze Patina Brass Details by Kifu Paris

$12,995 / item

Douglas Fanning, Four Bronze and Steel Nesting Tables, United States, 2019

By Douglas Fanning

Located in New York, NY

Douglas Fanning's remarkable nesting tables have amorphous, dappled bronze tops and rest upon legs

Category

2010s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze, Steel

Douglas Fanning, Four Bronze and Steel Nesting Tables, United States, 2019

$62,000

Douglas Fanning, Atoll, Bronze and Steel Nesting Tables, United States, 2021

By Douglas Fanning

Located in New York, NY

Douglas Fanning's remarkable nesting tables have amorphous, dappled bronze tops and rest upon legs

Category

2010s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze, Steel

Douglas Fanning, Atoll, Bronze and Steel Nesting Tables, United States, 2021

$107,000

Douglas Fanning, Set of Four Burled Walnut Nesting Tables, United States, 2019

By Douglas Fanning

Located in New York, NY

Douglas Fanning's remarkable nesting tables have amorphous, burled walnut tops and rest upon legs

Category

2010s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Douglas Fanning, Set of Four Burled Walnut Nesting Tables, United States, 2019

$47,000

Cosmos Nesting Coffee Table Cream Shagreen Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti

By R Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

coffee table large is both Minimalist and dramatic. The top is inlaid in cream shagreen, that is hand

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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Nesting Tables and Sta...

Materials

Brass

Cosmos Nesting Coffee Table Cream Shagreen Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti

$4,485 / item

Set of 3 Cosmos Nesting Coffee Tables in Shagreen, Shell Brass R&Y Augousti

By R Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

coffee tables are both Minimalist and dramatic. The top is inlaid in cream shagreen in the large size

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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Nesting Tables and Sta...

Materials

Brass

Set of 3 Cosmos Nesting Coffee Tables in Shagreen, Shell Brass R&Y Augousti

$10,875 / set

Set of 3 Cosmos Nesting Coffee Tables in Shagreen, Shell Hwana R&Y Augousti

By R Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

coffee tables are both Minimalist and dramatic. The top is inlaid in cream shagreen in the large size

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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Nesting Tables and Sta...

Materials

Granite, Brass

Set of 3 Cosmos Nesting Coffee Tables in Shagreen, Shell Hwana R&Y Augousti

$11,040 / set

Melting Nesting Coffee Tables in Shagreen, Shell and Brass by R&Y Augousti

By R Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

coffee tables are sold as a set of 4, the large is inlaid in cream shagreen, the medium in black pen

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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Ta...

Materials

Brass

Melting Nesting Coffee Tables in Shagreen, Shell and Brass by R&Y Augousti

$14,110 / set

French, 1960s Gilded Iron Gigogne/Nesting Coffee Tables

By René Drouet

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

French elegant gigogne/nesting coffee tables in gilded iron and aged mirrored tops, circa 1960

Category

Vintage 1960s French Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Iron

French, 1960s Gilded Iron Gigogne/Nesting Coffee Tables

$1,435 / set

Louis XV Circular Marble Nesting Coffee Table Set 3 Tables , 20th Century

Located in London, GB

A beautiful Louis XV circular marble nesting coffee table set (3 Tables), 20th century. Our

Category

20th Century European Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Wood

Louis XV Circular Marble Nesting Coffee Table Set 3 Tables , 20th Century

$3,552 / set

Mid-Century Modern Nesting Coffee Tables, Wood and Glass, Living Room Decorative

By Cassina

Located in Milan, IT

Offered for sale is a beautiful set of two nesting coffee tables, crafted from solid wood (most

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

Materials

Glass, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Nesting Coffee Tables, Wood and Glass, Living Room Decorative

$1,794

Nesting Coffee Tables SDR+ 010 by Dieter Rams and Thomas Merkel, 2001

By Dieter Rams

Located in Wiesbaden, DE

Category

Early 2000s German Minimalist Sofa Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Nesting Coffee Tables SDR+ 010 by Dieter Rams and Thomas Merkel, 2001

$3,230 / set

Nesting Coffee Tables

By Left Design LLC

Located in Edinburg, TX

Created by Design Duo Mariana de la Garza and Ivan Zuñiga. "Abanico" tables were designed for small

Category

2010s Mexican Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bentwood

Nesting Coffee Tables

$4,220 / set

Midcentury Teak Coffee and Nesting Table Set by G Plan

By G Plan Furniture

Located in Norcross, GA

This is a gorgeous teak nesting coffee table with a beautiful leg design. Made by G Plan

Category

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

Materials

Teak

Midcentury Teak Coffee and Nesting Table Set by G Plan

$1,400 / set

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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.
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.
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 is the difference between a sofa table and a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
The difference between a sofa table and a coffee table is that a sofa table is always behind the sofa and a coffee table is in front of it. Additionally, a sofa table is the same height as the sofa and a coffee table is much shorter.
What is the difference between a coffee table and a cocktail table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
While both pieces are relatively new to the furniture world, the main difference between them are their shapes. A cocktail table is generally square or rectangular in shape, while a coffee table tends to be oval or circular in shape. You can shop a collection of furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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 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.
What is the difference between a coffee table and a console table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
The difference between a coffee table and a console table is in the design. A coffee table is a low table that comes in many shapes, such as surfaces that are rectangles, squares, ovals or circles. Console tables are taller and usually have elongated shapes, such as ovals, rectangles or semicircles. Placement is another differentiator between the two types of tables. Coffee tables usually go in front of sofas and loveseats, while console tables may be placed behind a sofa or loveseat or along a wall. Find a large collection of coffee tables and console tables on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between a side table and a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
The difference between a side table and a coffee table is mainly in the size and shape. Coffee tables usually feature larger tops but shorter legs. People typically place them in front of a sofa or a loveseat to rest books, drinks, remote controls and other items. Side tables also store items, but they are usually positioned beside an accent chair or at the ends of a sofa or loveseat. Shop a diverse assortment of side tables and coffee tables on 1stDibs.
What is the standard size of a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
There isn't really a standard size of a coffee table. Manufacturers produce coffee tables in a range of sizes and shapes. However, many rectangular tables are around 45 to 48 inches in length by 25 to 28 inches in width. Heights typically range from 16 to 18 inches. Shop a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
What is a tray top coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
Tray top coffee tables are coffee tables with long, flat rectangular surfaces that are supported by an x-frame base. Low tables that were initially used as tea or coffee tables have been around since at least the mid- to late-1800s. After coffee drinking and “coffee breaks” became popular, it didn’t take long for coffee and cocktail tables to become a design staple and for consumers to recognize their role in entertaining no matter what beverages were being served. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary tray top coffee tables from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
How do you style an oval coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
To style an oval coffee table, create balance with opposites. Choose a sofa and accent chairs with a boxier shape for a striking contrast. Place a rectangular tray in the center and use it to display decorative accents or to store remotes and coasters. Another approach to decorating an oval table is to use decorative accents at different heights. Think of a tall vase placed next to a low bowl and a small sculpture positioned on top of two stacked coffee table books. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of oval coffee tables.
How do I style a Noguchi coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Styling a Noguchi coffee table really depends on the space you’re placing it in. The possibilities are far-reaching, so consider the colors and coordination of the other furniture and fixtures around the table. Noguchi tables look beautiful on their own or styled with flowers, books or pottery. Shop a selection of Isamu Noguchi pieces on 1stDibs.
How much does a coffee table cost?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, a coffee table costs between $160 and $495,500.

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