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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Signed Coffee Table

Laverne Coffee Tablers

Paul Evans Brutalist Table

Engraved Pewter

Signed Karl Springer

Cocktail Table By Philip And Kelvin Laverne

Signing Table

French Tile Table

Capron Tile

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

Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Etched Bronze Pewter Coffee Table

$13,500

Rare Bronze Coffee Table by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in TUJUNGA, CA

Patinated bronze coffee table signed Philip and Kelvin LaVerne.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

Rare Bronze Coffee Table by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

$14,500

A Biomorphic Shaped Acid Etched Coffee Table by Laverne

Located in London, GB

Table signed

Category

Vintage 1970s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze, Pewter

A Biomorphic Shaped Acid Etched Coffee Table by Laverne

Large Scale Walnut Slab Coffee Table by Richard Patterson

By Richard Patterson

Located in Los Angeles, CA

forms to the basic essence of wood. The coffee table is signed and dated.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Large Scale Walnut Slab Coffee Table by Richard Patterson

$11,500

Polished Brass Etched Top Cocktail/Coffee Table by Rosseau

Located in Miami, FL

Beautifully etched Polished Brass top in botanical renderings waterfall coffee table (SIGNED

Category

Vintage 1950s French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Polished Brass Etched Top Cocktail/Coffee Table by Rosseau

$6,950

Biomorphic Bronze Coffee Table by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in San Diego, CA

Patinated and etched bronze free-form top coffee table signed: Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Category

Vintage 1960s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Biomorphic Bronze Coffee Table by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

$13,500

A Modernist iron and tile Table signed R. Capron

Located in New York, NY

A Modernist iron and tile Table signed R. Capron

Category

Vintage 1960s French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

A Modernist iron and tile Table signed R. Capron

$8,500

Iconic Magic Cube Cocktail Table by Gabriella Crespi, Signed

By Gabriella Crespi

Located in Miami, FL

This outstanding and hard to find authentic and original Gabriella Crespi table has four leaves

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Iconic Magic Cube Cocktail Table by Gabriella Crespi, Signed

$18,000

A Brass Topped Cocktail Table Signed D.C.B.

Located in New York, NY

A brass topped cocktail table featuring a square top etched in a abstract modernist pattern. The

Category

Late 20th Century French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

A Brass Topped Cocktail Table Signed D.C.B.

20th Century, Coffee Table with Africanist Decor, Princess France, 1950

By Signed Princesse

Located in Saint Rémy de Provence, FR

Coffee table signed Princess in ceramic and black lacquered metal. Africanist inspiration Each

Category

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

Materials

Metal

20th Century, Coffee Table with Africanist Decor, Princess France, 1950

$2,402

A Philip Kelvin LaVerne Irregular Shaped Low Table. Signed.

Located in New York, NY

With acid etched bronze oriental scene, raised on bamboo style legs. Signed.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

A Philip Kelvin LaVerne Irregular Shaped Low Table. Signed.

A Karl Springer Brass, Glass Plexiglass Low Table. Signed.

Located in New York, NY

column legs, with a brass stretcher. Signed on the brass stretcher.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

A Karl Springer Brass, Glass Plexiglass Low Table. Signed.

Baker Furniture Linen Wrapped Coffee Table in the Asian Taste

Located in Southfield, MI

Lovely signed Baker coffee or cocktail table wrapped in lacquered linen, dating to the 1970's

Category

Vintage 1970s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Baker Furniture Linen Wrapped Coffee Table in the Asian Taste

$950

Bronze and Pewter "Chan" Table signed Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in TUJUNGA, CA

Bronze and pewter coffee table by Philip and Kelvin LaVerne.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze, Pewter, Enamel

Bronze and Pewter "Chan" Table signed Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

$7,200

A Japanese Brass Mounted Negoro Lacquer Low Table. Signed.

Located in New York, NY

The lozenge top above the apron with cloud form openings, raised on bracketed cabriole legs ending with sabots.

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

A Japanese Brass Mounted Negoro Lacquer Low Table. Signed.

$9,200

A Classical Modern bronze Table signed Philip Kelvin La Verne

Located in New York, NY

A Classical Modern bronze Table signed Philip Kelvin Laverne

Category

Vintage 1950s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

A Classical Modern bronze Table signed Philip Kelvin La Verne

$7,500

A Round Occasional Table in Walnut Signed Ilse Mobel 3233

Located in New York, NY

A round occasional / cocktail table in Walnut with a sunburst styled inlayed top. The Table

Category

Vintage 1950s German Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

A Round Occasional Table in Walnut Signed Ilse Mobel 3233

Elegant Gunmetal Glass Square Cocktail Table by Karl Springer (signed)

By Karl Springer

Located in Hudson, NY

a stunning example from this classic 'round leg' series by Karl Springer, this two tier table is

Category

Late 20th Century American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel, Gold Plate

Elegant Gunmetal Glass Square Cocktail Table by Karl Springer (signed)

$8,500

Peter Ghyczy 1970s Brass and Glass Coffee Table with Straight Legs

By Peter Ghyczy

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Mid-Century Modern linear brass and glass coffee table signed Peter Ghyczy raised on four

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Peter Ghyczy 1970s Brass and Glass Coffee Table with Straight Legs

$1,920

James Mont Limed Oak Low Table with Cork Top SIGNED

Located in Easton, PA

Beautifully proportioned and finely executed limed oak occasional/side table with inset segmented

Category

Vintage 1940s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

James Mont Limed Oak Low Table with Cork Top SIGNED

$2,800

Set of Two Ceramic Tile Coffee Tables by Roger Capron, 1960s

By Roger Capron

Located in Saint Ouen, FR

By Roger Capron in Vallauris circa 1960s. The round coffee table is signed (see pictures). The

Category

Vintage 1960s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Set of Two Ceramic Tile Coffee Tables by Roger Capron, 1960s

$1,681

Hand Painted Ceramic Coffee Table by Adri Belgique for Belarti, 1960s

By Adri Belgique

Located in Den Haag, ZH

This midcentury ceramic and steel coffee table is signed by Adri, also known as Adri Belgique. He

Category

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

Materials

Steel

Hand Painted Ceramic Coffee Table by Adri Belgique for Belarti, 1960s

$900

Mid-20th Century Brass Cocktail Table, Signed Broncz , Reine de France

Located in New York, NY

Mid-20th century polished brass and glass cocktail table Signed 'Broncz' - 'Reine de France'.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Mid-20th Century Brass Cocktail Table, Signed Broncz , Reine de France

$3,600

Large Square Modernist Cocktail Table in Etched Brass Signed DCB, circa 1970

Located in New York, NY

Large square modernist cocktail table featuring a simple square shaped base in black paint onto

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Large Square Modernist Cocktail Table in Etched Brass Signed DCB, circa 1970

$4,999

Mid-Century Modern Laminate Walnut Brass Cocktail Table Signed Paul L. Dobbs

By Paul L. Dodds

Located in Palm Springs, CA

giving a wink to the handcrafted hardwood tables prevalent mid-century. Top is supported by a stem of

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Laminate Walnut Brass Cocktail Table Signed Paul L. Dobbs

$1,350

Large Genio Coffee Table by Massimo Iosa Ghini for Fiam Italia, Italy, 1980s

Located in North Vancouver, BC

, a group whose collectability only increases. The coffee table is signed and made of security glass

Category

Vintage 1980s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Chrome

Large Genio Coffee Table by Massimo Iosa Ghini for Fiam Italia, Italy, 1980s

$1,200

Unusual Signed Bronze Laverve

Located in Stamford, CT

Unusual Signed Bronze Philip Laverve

Category

Vintage 1960s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Unusual Signed Bronze Laverve

$5,500

GABRIELLA CRESPI "Magic Cube" SIGNED

Located in Miami, FL

four pull-out shelves on rollers. Signed. NEW SHOWROOM NOW OPEN ON SOUTH BEACH (1627

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

GABRIELLA CRESPI "Magic Cube" SIGNED

$22,000

large signed Paul Kingma 1984 slate stone round coffeetable

By Paul Kingma

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Truly amazing one-of-a-kind coffee table by Dutch artist Paul Kingma. Very beautiful of precious

Category

Late 20th Century Dutch Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Slate, Copper, Metal

large signed Paul Kingma 1984 slate stone round coffeetable

$7,500

Vintage Hand Made Thin Sheet Metal Hollywood Sign

Located in Pasadena, CA

Vintage Hand Made Thin Sheet Metal Hollywood Sign. Wonderful rust and patina. Measures approx 86w x

Category

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

Materials

Sheet Metal

Vintage Hand Made Thin Sheet Metal Hollywood Sign

$895

Square black coffeetable with an eclectic sign in gold

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Beautiful black coffeetable with brass edges and a strangely shaped sign in shiny gold covered

Category

Vintage 1970s French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Square black coffeetable with an eclectic sign in gold

$1,080

Widdicomb Table

By John Widdicomb

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Solid brass coffee table signed John Widdicomb

Category

20th Century American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Widdicomb Table

$1,800

Zebra Glass Low Table

Located in New York, NY

. Great as a low side table or coffee table. Signed Buryer.

Category

20th Century French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Zebra Glass Low Table

$6,800

Danish Teak Adjustable Height Cocktail Table

Located in San Francisco, CA

Danish Teak coffee/cocktail table, signed but we just can't make it out... Perfect if you have

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Danish Teak Adjustable Height Cocktail Table

$1,744

Large Signed Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Coffee Table

Located in TUJUNGA, CA

Large Chinoiserie etched bronze and pewter coffee table signed Philip and Kelvin LaVern.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Tables

Materials

Bronze, Pewter, Enamel

Large Signed Philip and Kelvin LaVerne Coffee Table

$16,000

Signed Etched Bronze Coffee Table by Sculptor George Mathias

Located in New York, NY

Signed Etched Bronze Coffee Table by Sculptor George Mathias Edition 3/50 featuring a rectangular

Category

20th Century Belgian Tables

Materials

Bronze

Signed Etched Bronze Coffee Table by Sculptor George Mathias

Signed Les Prismatiques Lucite Midcentury Coffee Table

By Les Prismatiques

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A superb pair, sold together or separately. Generous scale with sleek modern lines.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Center Tables

Materials

Glass, Lucite

Signed Les Prismatiques Lucite Midcentury Coffee Table

$3,400

Coffee Table and Pair of Side Tables, Signed Jean Charles

Located in Paris, FR

Tables in chrome-plated and gold colored brass, the ends of sofas make 60 x 60 x H 48 cms high

Category

20th Century French End Tables

Materials

Brass

Coffee Table and Pair of Side Tables, Signed Jean Charles

$4,563

Roger Capron Coffee Table

By Roger Capron

Located in Couzon au Mont d Or, FR

A nice green volcanic coffee table signed roger capron 1960 (vallauris), in condition.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Vanities

Materials

Steel

Roger Capron Coffee Table

$1,020

LaVerne Four Sculptural Columns Coffee Table

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in Southampton, NY

coffee table. All signed individually.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Tables

LaVerne Four Sculptural Columns Coffee Table

$16,500

Paul Evans Sculpted Bronze Coffee Table

Located in New York, NY

Paul Evans Sculpted Bronze and Glass Coffee Table / Signed on Base PE 70 Base

Category

20th Century American Tables

Paul Evans Sculpted Bronze Coffee Table

Sculptural Coffee Table with Candle Stand in Glass. Signed and Dated 1992

By Danny Lane

Located in Castenray, NL

Unusual coffee table with candle stand in the manner of Danny Lane. The table is signed and

Category

1990s French Modern Candle Stands

Materials

Glass, Rubber

Sculptural Coffee Table with Candle Stand in Glass. Signed and Dated 1992

$1,201

Exceptional Round Coffee Table/Game 50 Years Plan with Zodiac Signs

Located in Palermo, Italia

Exceptional round coffee table/game 50 years plan with zodiac signs Brass feet adjustable in

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Metal, Brass

Exceptional Round Coffee Table/Game 50 Years Plan with Zodiac Signs

$2,000 / set

Exceptional Round Coffee Table / Game 50 Years Plan with Zodiac Signs

By Ignazio Gardella

Located in Palermo, Italia

Exceptional round coffee table / game 50 years plan with zodiac signs Brass feet adjustable in

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Metal, Brass

Exceptional Round Coffee Table / Game 50 Years Plan with Zodiac Signs

$2,000 / set

Square Coffee Table Sgd. Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in New York, NY

"Garden of Versailles," Bronze and pewter square coffee table signed Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Category

Vintage 1950s American Tables

Materials

Bronze, Pewter

Square Coffee Table Sgd. Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

$8,500

Pierre Vandel Lucite and Brass Coffee Table, France, 1970s

By Pierre Vandel

Located in Brussels, Brussels

French brassed metal, Lucite and glass coffee table signed "Pierre Vandel, Paris, 1970s. Please

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Steel

Pierre Vandel Lucite and Brass Coffee Table, France, 1970s

$2,341

A Paul Evans designed Cityscape Two Part Coffee Table 1970s

By Paul Evans

Located in London, GB

A Paul Evans designed for Directional Cityscape Two Part Burr Veneered and Chrome Coffee Table

Category

Vintage 1970s American Tables

Materials

Chrome

A Paul Evans designed Cityscape Two Part Coffee Table 1970s

Danish Teak Coffee Table with Tray by Samcom 1960 s

By Samcom

Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR

Scandinavian teak end table / coffee table signed Samcom. Danish manufacturing dating from the 1960

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern End Tables

Materials

Teak

Danish Teak Coffee Table with Tray by Samcom 1960 s

$1,501

"Platner Side Table by Designer Warren Platner for Knoll

By Warren Platner

Located in lyon, FR

"Platner side table by designer Warren Platner for Knoll. 1966. Very good condition. The coffee

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Steel

"Platner Side Table by Designer Warren Platner for Knoll

$1,921

Romero Britto Living Room Performance Acrylic Painting Large Coffee Table Signed

By Romero Britto

Located in Bloomington, MN

items by Britto we have ever made available, is the perfect height for a side or coffee table, Hand

Category

Early 2000s Pop Art Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Acrylic

Romero Britto
Romero Britto Living Room Performance Acrylic Painting Large Coffee Table Signed, 2000-2020

$11,295

Signed Barcelona Chairs by Mies van de Rohe and Coffee Table for Knoll

By Knoll, Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

Located in Hudson, NY

. Label attached to the button cushions and dated 1998. Coffee table can be purchased separately.

Category

Vintage 1930s American Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Stainless Steel

Signed Barcelona Chairs by Mies van de Rohe and Coffee Table for Knoll

$12,500

Patinated Bronze Sculpture by Victor Roman

By Victor Roman

Located in Sleepy Hollow, NY

) circa 1980. This sculpture is unsigned but it came from the same estate as a signed and inscribed coffee

Category

Late 20th Century French Modern Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Patinated Bronze Sculpture by Victor Roman

$2,450

Roger Capron, "Shogun", Signed Coffee Table, France, 1960

Located in Madrid, ES

Roger Capron, "Shogun", signed coffee table, France, 1960.

Category

Vintage 1960s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Roger Capron, "Shogun", Signed Coffee Table, France, 1960

$5,404

Art Deco Hastings Signed Coffee Table

By Hastings

Located in Dallas, TX

Art Deco Hastings signed coffee table A very unusual Deskey or Teague design, stenciled series

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Art Deco Hastings Signed Coffee Table

$2,450

Pierre Vandel Signed Coffee Table

By Pierre Vandel

Located in New Jersey City, NJ

The sides are gilded Legs are clear lucite Shelves are in glass

Category

Vintage 1970s French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Pierre Vandel Signed Coffee Table

$2,200

Modernist Pierre Vandel Signed Coffee Table

By Pierre Vandel

Located in New Jersey City, NJ

Category

Vintage 1970s French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Modernist Pierre Vandel Signed Coffee Table

$3,300

Stunning Paul Kingma Signed Coffee Table, 1989

By Paul Kingma

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Unique one of a kind piece of Brutalist style applied art by famous Dutch designer and sculptors Paul Kingma. This specimen contains large gem stones and small copper parts. It is in...

Category

Vintage 1980s Dutch Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Slate, Stone

Stunning Paul Kingma Signed Coffee Table, 1989

$5,800

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Signed Coffee Table For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic signed coffee table available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, wood and glass, every signed coffee table was constructed with great care. Find 551 options for an antique or vintage signed coffee table now, or shop our selection of 64 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect signed coffee table — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A signed coffee table made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one signed coffee table that is appealing in its simplicity, but Philip and Kelvin LaVerne, Karl Springer and Paul Evans produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Signed Coffee Table?

Prices for a signed coffee table can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $40 and can go as high as $125,000, while the average can fetch as much as $5,580.

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 Signed 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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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