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.

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.

Are glass coffee tables durable?

Whether glass coffee tables are durable depends on the craftsmanship and the materials. Generally, tables with tempered glass are less likely to shatter and break. How well you care for a coffee table will also impact its life span. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of glass coffee tables.

How big should a coffee table be for a sectional?

How big a coffee table for a sectional should be depends on the dimensions of the sectional. For a balanced look, a coffee table should be roughly two-thirds of the length of the sofa portion of a sofa and chaise sectional. If you have an L-shaped sofa, the coffee table should be around two-thirds of the length of each arm. Find a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

How do I authenticate my Noguchi coffee table?

To authenticate your Noguchi coffee table, there are three different marks to look for. Isamu Noguchi’s signature will be on the edge of the table and on a medallion under the base. Even under the medallion, you will find Noguchi’s initials. Shop a collection of properly vetted Noguchi pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Netherlands Coffee Table

Triangle Table

Dutch Furniture Design

Wooden Cocktail Tables

Dutch Mid Century Modern Table

Category

20th Century Dutch Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

Peter Ghyczy Coffee or Side Table

$2,076

Mid Century teak coffee table.

By Cees Braakman

Located in Weesp, NL

1950's Cees Braakman Mid Century Cees Teak Coffee Table. Beautiful teak coffee table with

Category

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

Materials

Formica, Teak

Mid Century teak coffee table.

$2,076

Coffee table, Peter Ghyczy, 132x132 cm

By Peter Ghyczy

Located in Neuss, NW

Large coffee table from the 1970s by Peter Ghyczy. High-quality brass feet and a table top made of

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Coffee table, Peter Ghyczy, 132x132 cm

$3,226

Art Piece Coffee table Kevlar and concrete

By Rutger de Regt

Located in The Hague, NL

Art Piece coffee table by Rutger de Regt Netherlands

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Other Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Concrete

Art Piece Coffee table Kevlar and concrete

$5,339

“Untouchables” sculptural streamline coffee table (table base only)

By Jan Paul

Located in Maastricht, NL

Untouchables” sculptural streamline coffee table (table base only) “Untouchables” coffee-table is

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Space Age Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

“Untouchables” sculptural streamline coffee table (table base only)

$3,880 / item

Aluminum Coffee Table by Paul Coenen

By Paul Coenen

Located in Geneve, CH

Aluminum Coffee Table By Paul Coenen Dimensions: D 100 x W 100 x H 35 cm Materials: Aluminum. Paul

Category

2010s Dutch Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Aluminum Coffee Table by Paul Coenen

$7,831 / item

Teak Coffee Table Cicade Design

Located in DE MEERN, UT

old family table. That table was made out of solid good quality Teak. for the wing structure I

Category

2010s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Epoxy Resin, Teak

Teak Coffee Table Cicade Design

$18,510

La Mesa Coffee Table by Tellurico

Located in Geneve, CH

La Mesa Coffee Table by Tellurico Limited Edition Of 6 + 1 A.P. Pieces. Signed And Numbered

Category

2010s Dutch Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Other

La Mesa Coffee Table by Tellurico

$18,664 / item

Scandinavian modern Dutch oak brass coffee table

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Scandinavian modern Dutch oak brass coffee table. Solid oak coffee table with brass hardware. Very

Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian modern Dutch oak brass coffee table

$1,800 Sale Price

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Brutalist Low Solid Oak Coffee Table, 1970s

Located in EVERDINGEN, NL

An artisan 1970s solid oak coffee table featuring a thick, sculptural tabletop supported by three

Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Teak

Brutalist Low Solid Oak Coffee Table, 1970s

$2,551

“Untouchables” Sculptural Streamline Shaped Coffee Table

By Jan Paul

Located in Maastricht, NL

Untouchables” sculptural streamline coffee table (table base only) “Untouchables” coffee-table is

Category

2010s Dutch Space Age Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

“Untouchables” Sculptural Streamline Shaped Coffee Table

$3,880 / item

Brutalist Solid Elm Wood Coffee Table

Located in Weesp, NL

Striking robust brutalist coffee table made of solid Elm wood. The elm has warm colors and a

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Elm

Brutalist Solid Elm Wood Coffee Table

$3,381

1000 Piedi Coffee Table by Tellurico

Located in Geneve, CH

1000 Piedi Coffee Table by Tellurico Limited Edition Of 6 + 1 A.P. Pieces. Signed And Numbered

Category

2010s Dutch Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Other

1000 Piedi Coffee Table by Tellurico

$36,285 / item

Solid Walnut Minimalist Hari Coffee Table

By Mokko Amsterdam

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Inspired by the simplicity of traditional Japanese architectural timber structures. The low coffee

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Solid Walnut Minimalist Hari Coffee Table

$8,946

Solid Walnut Minimalist Hari Coffee Table

By Mokko Amsterdam

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Inspired by the simplicity of traditional Japanese architectural timber structures. The low coffee

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Solid Walnut Minimalist Hari Coffee Table

$10,073

Ado Chale style brutalist stone coffee table

Located in Tokyo, Tokyo

Ado Chale style brutalist stone coffee table.

Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Resin

Ado Chale style brutalist stone coffee table

$7,230

Solid Walnut Brutalist Hari Coffee Table

By Mokko Amsterdam

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Inspired by the simplicity of traditional Japanese architectural timber structures. The low coffee

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Solid Walnut Brutalist Hari Coffee Table

$9,385

Solid Oak Wooden Hari Coffee Table

By Mokko Amsterdam

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Inspired by the simplicity of traditional Japanese architectural timber structures. The low coffee

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Solid Oak Wooden Hari Coffee Table

$6,953

Square Coffee Table in Steel and Glass

By Horst Bruning, Kill International

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Coffee table, steel and glass, The Netherlands, 1970s Modernist coffee table in chrome plated

Category

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

Materials

Chrome

Square Coffee Table in Steel and Glass

$1,650

Arts Crafts Art Nouveau Coffee Table, 1900s

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Stunning and elegant Arts & Crafts Art Nouveau coffee table. Striking Dutch design from the 1900s

Category

Antique Early 1900s Dutch Arts and Crafts Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Oak

Arts Crafts Art Nouveau Coffee Table, 1900s

$2,907

“Dumbell” Sculptural Coffee Table / Sculpture / Object

Located in Maastricht, NL

“DUMBELL” sculptural coffee table / sculpture / object / Two metal spheres seemingly flow like

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal, Steel, Copper, Brass, Aluminum

“Dumbell” Sculptural Coffee Table / Sculpture / Object

$4,983

“Untouchables” Sculptural Streamline Shaped Coffee Table (table base only)

Located in Maastricht, NL

“Untouchables” sculptural streamline coffee table (table base only) “Untouchables” coffee-table is

Category

2010s Dutch Space Age Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

“Untouchables” Sculptural Streamline Shaped Coffee Table (table base only)

$3,880 / item

Vintage Coffee Table with Inlaid Top, 1960s

Located in OOSTERHOUT, NL

A unique coffee table featuring a brass frame and an exceptionally inlaid tabletop composed of hand

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Vintage Coffee Table with Inlaid Top, 1960s

$2,082

European Walnut And Giltwood Coffee Table

Located in Essex, MA

The rectangular top with an 18th century walnut and marquetry panel with a brass border and a klismos form trestle base with turned stretcher. Provenance; Mallett New York.

Category

Antique 1810s Dutch Neoclassical Revival Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

European Walnut And Giltwood Coffee Table

$7,500

Peter Ghyczy brass and glass coffeetable, the Netherlands, 1980s

By Peter Ghyczy

Located in Zevenaar, NL

Rare large square Peter Ghyczy coffee table from the 1980s. The table has been produced in very

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Peter Ghyczy brass and glass coffeetable, the Netherlands, 1980s

$3,619

Beautiful Rural Coffee Table with Contemporary Architecture

Located in Beerse, VAN

Beautiful rural coffee table with contemporary architecture. The table is made of solid Wenge

Category

Vintage 1950s Dutch Country Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wenge

Beautiful Rural Coffee Table with Contemporary Architecture

$2,669

"Metsidian" Unique Coffee Table/Cocktail Table in Obsidian and Copper

By Janne Kyttanen

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

chrome mesh. The result is a compelling metamorphosis; the impossible becomes reality. Coffee table

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Copper

"Metsidian" Unique Coffee Table/Cocktail Table in Obsidian and Copper

$32,500 / item

Paul Kingma rectangular Coffee table , 1970’s

By Paul Kingma

Located in Delft, NL

Paul Kingma rectangular Coffee table , 1970’s Dimensions: 140 cm W, 79,5cm D , 32 cm H Material

Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stone, Metal

Paul Kingma rectangular Coffee table , 1970’s

$3,203

Rustic Natural Cleaned Solid Oak Round Coffee Table or Low Table

Located in Casteren, NL

This authentic round coffee table was made from reclaimed oak beams. It is a piece of family

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Oak

Rustic Natural Cleaned Solid Oak Round Coffee Table or Low Table

$3,856

Onyx Coffee Table by OS and OOS

By Oskar Peet and Sophie Mensen

Located in Geneve, CH

Onyx coffee table by OS and OOS Dimensions: 55 x 47 x 40 cm Materials: Onyx and Verde Patrizia

Category

2010s Dutch Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Onyx

Onyx Coffee Table by OS and OOS

$11,485 / item

Onyx Coffee Table by Os and Oos

By Oskar Peet and Sophie Mensen

Located in Geneve, CH

Onyx coffee table by OS And OOS Dimensions: 55 x 45 x 40 cm Materials: onyx and green marble The

Category

2010s Dutch Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Onyx

Onyx Coffee Table by Os and Oos

$11,694 / item

Coffee Table by Peter Ghyczy Model T34

By Peter Ghyczy

Located in Oirlo, LI

Discover the timeless elegance of the Midcentury Table, a masterpiece by renowned designer

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Coffee Table by Peter Ghyczy Model T34

$1,483

Walnut Art Deco Modernist Coffee table or Cocktail table, 1920s

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Stunning and rare Art Deco Modernist coffee table or cocktail table. Striking Dutch design from the

Category

Vintage 1940s Dutch Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Travertine, Brass

Walnut Art Deco Modernist Coffee table or Cocktail table, 1920s

$2,325 Sale Price

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Kluskens Tulip Coffee Table in Solid Walnut

By Kluskens

Located in Nederweert, NL

Tulip Side Table The Netherlands is renowned for its beautiful tulips. The ‘Tulip’ side table

Category

2010s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Kluskens Tulip Coffee Table in Solid Walnut

$5,923 / item

Kluskens Tulip Coffee Table in Solid Walnut

By Kluskens

Located in Nederweert, NL

Tulip Side Table The Netherlands is renowned for its beautiful tulips. The ‘Tulip’ side table

Category

2010s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Kluskens Tulip Coffee Table in Solid Walnut

$4,802 / item

20th Century Coffee Table with a Tray

Located in Opole, PL

We present you a square coffee table with a removable tray. All is dated after the year 1945. The

Category

Late 20th Century Dutch Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

20th Century Coffee Table with a Tray

$1,044 Sale Price

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Moja Coffee Table by Albert Potgieter Designs

Located in Geneve, CH

Moja coffee table by Albert Potgieter Designs Dimensions: L 120 x W 60x H 40 cm Materials

Category

2010s Dutch Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Moja Coffee Table by Albert Potgieter Designs

$8,092 / item

Redemption Coffee Table by Albert Potgieter Designs

Located in Geneve, CH

Redemption coffee table by Albert Potgieter Designs. Dimensions: L 120 x W 60x H 40 cm. Materials

Category

2010s Dutch Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Oak

Redemption Coffee Table by Albert Potgieter Designs

$3,132 / item

Dutch Art Deco Stained Beech Coffee Table

Located in Weesp, NL

Stylish and elegant dutch Art Deco / Amsterdam School stained beech coffee table. Beautiful dutch

Category

Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Beech

Dutch Art Deco Stained Beech Coffee Table

$1,364

Maple wood Triangle Coffee table 1950s Holland

By Pastoe

Located in Den Haag, NL

Very nice triangle shaped coffee table, beautiful Maple wood top in a warm honey color . Tapered

Category

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

Materials

Wood

Maple wood Triangle Coffee table 1950s Holland

$889

Brutalist Wrought Iron and Slate Coffee Table or Cocktail Table, 1970s

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Stunning and elegant Brutalist coffee table or cocktail table. Striking Dutch design from the 1970s

Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Slate, Wrought Iron

Brutalist Wrought Iron and Slate Coffee Table or Cocktail Table, 1970s

$1,773

Recycling Reject Coffee Table by Tim Teven

Located in Geneve, CH

Recycling reject coffee table by Tim Teven Dimensions: 101 x 70 x 33.5 cm Materials: Recycled

Category

2010s Dutch Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Composition

Recycling Reject Coffee Table by Tim Teven

$5,209 / item

Walnut Coffee Table Brutalist - Hari by Mokko

By Mokko Amsterdam

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Inspired by the simplicity of traditional Japanese architectural timber structures. The low coffee

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Walnut Coffee Table Brutalist - Hari by Mokko

$8,946

Cees Braackman for Editions Pastoé, coffee table

By Pastoe, Cees Braakman

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Cees Braackman for Editions Pastoé, coffee table the tray is scratched and there is a major blow

Category

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

Materials

Beech

Cees Braackman for Editions Pastoé, coffee table

$3,322

Brutalist Solid Walnut Wooden Hari Coffee Table

By Mokko Amsterdam

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Inspired by the simplicity of traditional Japanese architectural timber structures. The low coffee

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Brutalist Solid Walnut Wooden Hari Coffee Table

$8,946

Rohe Noorwolde Wicker Coffee Table Holland 1950s

By Rohe Noordwolde

Located in Den Haag, NL

Very nice Wicker coffee table. Still in its original condition. Frosted Glass top. No discoloration

Category

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

Materials

Rattan

Rohe Noorwolde Wicker Coffee Table Holland 1950s

$806 Sale Price

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Sabine Marcelis Stacked Collection coffee table for SIDE

By Sabine Marcelis

Located in Barcelona, ES

Sabine Marcelis From “Stacked Collection” for SIDE Coffee Table Resin and Sunrise Delight Onyx

Category

2010s Dutch Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Onyx

Sabine Marcelis Stacked Collection coffee table for SIDE

$41,529

Coffee Table Arnold Bueno de Mesquita 1955

By Arnold Bueno de Mesquita

Located in Den Haag, NL

Beautiful square coffee table. Black metal hairpin base, comes with the original clouded glass top

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Coffee Table Arnold Bueno de Mesquita 1955

$1,091 Sale Price

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La Mesa, Coffee Table, Sculptural Contemporary Design, Blue table, Handcrafted

By Tellurico

Located in Eindhoven, NL

table is built by gradually applying Tellurico’s custom-developed S.C.M. (Special Composite Material

Category

2010s Dutch Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Composition

La Mesa, Coffee Table, Sculptural Contemporary Design, Blue table, Handcrafted

$6,834 Sale Price

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Brutalist Hari Coffee Table in Solid Oak

By Mokko Amsterdam

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Inspired by the simplicity of traditional Japanese architectural timber structures. The low coffee

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Brutalist Hari Coffee Table in Solid Oak

$6,632

Brutalist Solid Oak Wooden Hari Coffee Table

By Mokko Amsterdam

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Inspired by the simplicity of traditional Japanese architectural timber structures. The low coffee

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Brutalist Solid Oak Wooden Hari Coffee Table

$7,451

Elegant Coffee Table in Glass and Brass

Located in Tilburg, NL

Very elegant coffee table in glass and brass. A classic design with flowing lines, great curves and

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Elegant Coffee Table in Glass and Brass

$4,750

Ahadi Coffee Table by Albert Potgieter Designs

Located in Geneve, CH

Ahadi coffee table by Albert Potgieter Designs. Dimensions: W 120 x D 60 x H 45 cm. Materials

Category

2010s Dutch Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Ahadi Coffee Table by Albert Potgieter Designs

$6,004 / item

Hollywood Regency Brass and Glass Coffee Table

By Peter Ghyczy

Located in Weesp, NL

Coffee table hollywood regency Peter Ghyczy Very rare early 1980's solid brass eclectic coffee

Category

Vintage 1980s Dutch Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Hollywood Regency Brass and Glass Coffee Table

$7,712

Wonderful coffee tables, Model T 24, Peter Ghyczy

By Peter Ghyczy

Located in Neuss, NW

Wonderful coffee tables, Model T 24, from the 1970s by Peter Ghyczy. High-quality brass feet and a

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Wonderful coffee tables, Model T 24, Peter Ghyczy

$3,024

Rustic Brutalist Coffee Table by Anton Fortuin, 1944

By Anton Fortuin

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Magnificent and rare Rustic Brutalist coffee table. Design by Anton Fortuin. Striking Dutch design

Category

Vintage 1940s Dutch Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Oak

Rustic Brutalist Coffee Table by Anton Fortuin, 1944

$1,957

Peter Ghyczy Glass coffee table model T15

By Peter Ghyczy

Located in Oirlo, LI

Peter Ghyczy Glass coffee table model T15 Elegant T15 coffee table by Peter Ghyczy with brass

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Peter Ghyczy Glass coffee table model T15

$2,273 Sale Price

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Netherlands Coffee Table For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the Netherlands coffee table you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, wood and glass, every Netherlands coffee table was constructed with great care. There are 681 variations of the antique or vintage Netherlands coffee table you’re looking for, while we also have 114 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the Netherlands coffee table you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each Netherlands coffee table bearing Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco or Modern hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one Netherlands coffee table that is appealing in its simplicity, but Paul Kingma, Peter Ghyczy and Gispen produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Netherlands Coffee Table?

The average selling price for a Netherlands coffee table at 1stDibs is $1,887, while they’re typically $375 on the low end and $56,515 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Coffee-tables-cocktail-tables for You

As a practical focal point in your living area, antique and vintage coffee tables and cocktail tables are an invaluable addition to any interior.

Low tables that were initially used as tea tables or coffee tables have been around since at least the mid- to late-1800s. Early coffee tables surfaced in Victorian-era England, likely influenced by the use of tea tables in Japanese tea gardens. In the United States, furniture makers worked to introduce low, long tables into their offerings as the popularity of coffee and “coffee breaks” took hold during the late 19th century and early 20th century.

It didn’t take long for coffee tables and cocktail tables to become a design staple and for consumers to recognize their role in entertaining no matter what beverages were being served. Originally, these tables were as simple as they are practical — as high as your sofa and made primarily of wood. In recent years, however, metal, glass and plastics have become popular in coffee tables and cocktail tables, and design hasn’t been restricted to the conventional low profile, either.

Visionary craftspeople such as Paul Evans introduced bold, geometric designs that challenge the traditional idea of what a coffee table can be. The elongated rectangles and wide boxy forms of Evans’s desirable Cityscape coffee table, for example, will meet your needs but undoubtedly prove imposing in your living space.

If you’re shopping for an older coffee table to bring into your home — be it an antique Georgian-style coffee table made of mahogany or walnut with decorative inlays or a classic square mid-century modern piece comprised of rosewood designed by the likes of Ettore Sottsass — there are a few things you should keep in mind.

Both the table itself and what you put on it should align with the overall design of the room, not just by what you think looks fashionable in isolation. According to interior designer Tamara Eaton, the material of your vintage coffee table is something you need to consider. “With a glass coffee table, you also have to think about the surface underneath, like the rug or floor,” she says. “With wood and stone tables, you think about what’s on top.”

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Questions About Netherlands Coffee Table

Why is it called a coffee table?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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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?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
On 1stdibs, a coffee table costs between $160 and $495,500.
When did coffee tables become popular?
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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.
Are glass coffee tables durable?
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1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
Whether glass coffee tables are durable depends on the craftsmanship and the materials. Generally, tables with tempered glass are less likely to shatter and break. How well you care for a coffee table will also impact its life span. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of glass coffee tables.
How big should a coffee table be for a sectional?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
How big a coffee table for a sectional should be depends on the dimensions of the sectional. For a balanced look, a coffee table should be roughly two-thirds of the length of the sofa portion of a sofa and chaise sectional. If you have an L-shaped sofa, the coffee table should be around two-thirds of the length of each arm. Find a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
How do I authenticate my Noguchi coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To authenticate your Noguchi coffee table, there are three different marks to look for. Isamu Noguchi’s signature will be on the edge of the table and on a medallion under the base. Even under the medallion, you will find Noguchi’s initials. Shop a collection of properly vetted Noguchi pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

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