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.

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Painted Carved Wood Coffee Table

Located in Washington, DC

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$4,900

Black lacquer and gilt coffee table

Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB

condition and minimal signs of age, this coffee table carries a slight patina that adds character and charm

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$2,271

Paul Evans Stalagmite Cocktail Table, Signed

By Paul Evans

Located in Dallas, TX

A beautiful Paul Evans Stalagmite cocktail table, signed and dated 1970. The base is 16"H x 26" D.

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

Materials

Bronze

Paul Evans Stalagmite Cocktail Table, Signed

$14,000

Large 1970’s French coffee table

Located in Chicago, IL

Large Post modern handmade French coffee table. Signed by the artist.

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Vintage 1970s French Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Large 1970’s French coffee table

$6,500

Six Peter Hvidt Model 523 Tables Signed

By Peter Hvidt, France Søn

Located in Rovereta, Repubblica di San Marino

Solid wood segmented coffee table with brass legs by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen tables

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Materials

Brass

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$7,205 / set

1970s Vintage Brutalist Signed Silas Seandel “Cathedral” Torch Cut Brass Coffee

By Silas Seandel

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Make a bold statement with this vintage Brutalist "Cathedral" coffee table by renowned artist Silas

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Vintage 1970s American Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass

1970s Vintage Brutalist Signed Silas Seandel “Cathedral” Torch Cut Brass Coffee

$8,950

Vintage Butterfly Lucite and Glass Coffee Table

By Lion in Frost, Astrolite

Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

Mid-Century Modern Lucite and glass coffee table signed in the manner of Lion in Frost and

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

Materials

Glass, Lucite

Vintage Butterfly Lucite and Glass Coffee Table

$2,250

Midcentury Vallauris Tiles Cubist Coffee Table

By Le Duc Raymond Vallauris, Vallauris

Located in Saarbruecken, DE

1960s coffee table signed by Raymonde Leduc with wooden base and top surface composed of stoneware

Category

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

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

Midcentury Vallauris Tiles Cubist Coffee Table

$1,500

Silas Seandel Ribbon Coffee Table, 1977

By Silas Seandel

Located in Hamburg, PA

A signed Silas Seandel ribbon coffee table from New York City-based metal sculptor. Made of glass

Category

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

Materials

Steel

Silas Seandel Ribbon Coffee Table, 1977

$6,500

Unique Signed Table by Jörg Pietschmann

By Jörg Pietschmann

Located in Geneve, CH

Unique signed table by Jörg Pietschmann Table, Santos Palisander, teak, T1305 Measures: H 37.5 x W

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2010s German Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Palisander, Teak

Unique Signed Table by Jörg Pietschmann

$13,210 / item

Unique Signed Table by Jörg Pietschmann

By Jörg Pietschmann

Located in Geneve, CH

Unique signed table by Jörg Pietschmann Materials: Ash, bog oak Measures: H 49 x W 157.5 x D 44.5

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2010s German Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Ash, Bog Wood

Unique Signed Table by Jörg Pietschmann

$5,284 / item

Unique Signed Table by Jörg Pietschmann

By Jörg Pietschmann

Located in Geneve, CH

Unique signed table by Jörg Pietschmann Materials: Palisander, Walnut. Measures: H 44.5 x W 128 x D

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2010s German Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Palisander, Walnut

Unique Signed Table by Jörg Pietschmann

$11,889 / item

Unique Signed Table by Jörg Pietschmann

By Jörg Pietschmann

Located in Geneve, CH

Unique signed table by Jörg Pietschmann T2601 Materials: Walnut, polished oil finish Measures: H 35

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2010s German Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Walnut

Unique Signed Table by Jörg Pietschmann

$5,284 / item

Unique Signed Table by Jörg Pietschmann

By Jörg Pietschmann

Located in Geneve, CH

Unique signed table by Jörg Pietschmann Materials: Padouk, European Walnut Measures: W 63 x D 63 x

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2010s German Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Walnut

Unique Signed Table by Jörg Pietschmann

$7,133 / item

Unique Signed Table by Jörg Pietschmann

By Jörg Pietschmann

Located in Geneve, CH

Unique signed table by Jörg Pietschmann T2581 Materials: Afzelia, Europe walnut, polished oil

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2010s German Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Walnut

Unique Signed Table by Jörg Pietschmann

$7,926 / item

Unique Signed Table by Jörg Pietschmann

By Jörg Pietschmann

Located in Geneve, CH

Unique signed table by Jörg Pietschmann Materials: Norway maple, Padouk Measures: H 38 x W 84 x D

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2010s German Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Maple, Padouk

Unique Signed Table by Jörg Pietschmann

$2,113 / item

Unique Signed Table by Jörg Pietschmann

By Jörg Pietschmann

Located in Geneve, CH

Unique signed table by Jörg Pietschmann T2561 Materials: Golden Matrone, Europe walnut, polished

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2010s German Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Walnut

Unique Signed Table by Jörg Pietschmann

$6,605 / item

Unique Signed Table by Jörg Pietschmann

By Jörg Pietschmann

Located in Geneve, CH

Unique signed table by Jörg Pietschmann Materials: European walnut Measures: H 36 x W 130 x D 52 cm

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2010s German Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Walnut

Unique Signed Table by Jörg Pietschmann

$4,755 / item

Unique Signed Table by Jörg Pietschmann

By Jörg Pietschmann

Located in Geneve, CH

Unique signed table by Jörg Pietschmann Materials: Lagerstromie, Rosewood, Polished oil finish

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2010s German Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Rosewood

Unique Signed Table by Jörg Pietschmann

$3,170 / item

Unique Signed Table by Jörg Pietschmann

By Jörg Pietschmann

Located in Geneve, CH

Unique signed table by Jörg Pietschmann T2551 Materials: Zirikote, Bog oak, polished oil finish

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2010s German Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Oak

Unique Signed Table by Jörg Pietschmann

$5,020 / item

Unique Signed Table by Jörg Pietschmann

By Jörg Pietschmann

Located in Geneve, CH

Unique signed table by Jörg Pietschmann Materials: Padouk, European walnut Measures: W 64 x D 63 x

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2010s German Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Padouk, Walnut

Unique Signed Table by Jörg Pietschmann

$7,133 / item

Philip Kelvin LaVerne Chan Coffee Table 1960

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in New York, NY

bringing a sacred gift to the Emperor's child was most often seen in full on coffee tables. Here the tale

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

Materials

Bronze, Enamel, Pewter

Philip Kelvin LaVerne Chan Coffee Table 1960

$29,800

Steve Heller Live Edge Carved Maple Coffee Table

By Steve Heller

Located in Astoria, NY

Steve Heller Live Edge Hand-Carved Maple Coffee Table, 1998, signed, marked "Fabulous Furniture

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Materials

Maple

Steve Heller Live Edge Carved Maple Coffee Table

$1,450 Sale Price

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Brass Side Table Signed by Lukasz Friedrich

By Lukas Friedrich

Located in Geneve, CH

Brass side table signed by Lukasz Friedrich. Textured side or coffee table. Materials: Legs: Legs

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2010s Polish Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Brass Side Table Signed by Lukasz Friedrich

$2,642 / item

1970s Rodolfo Dubarry Signed Rectangular Table

By Rodolfo Dubarry

Located in Marbella, ES

Handcrafted with fine brass sheets etched over a wooden frame and covered in mirrors. Rodolfo Dubarry arrived in the seventies in Spain and worked tirelessly. His first special c...

Category

Vintage 1970s Spanish Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

1970s Rodolfo Dubarry Signed Rectangular Table

$2,522

Paul Evans Sculpted Bronze Skyline Coffee Table

By Paul Evans

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Paul Evans sculpted bronze brutalist skyline coffee table, signed PE71 Glass top is 3/4" thick, 28

Category

Vintage 1970s American Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

Paul Evans Sculpted Bronze Skyline Coffee Table

$19,700

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Pentagonal Coffee Table

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Kansas City, MO

All original, signed, Dunbar pentagonal coffee table designed by Edward Wormley. Beautiful patina

Category

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

Materials

Mahogany

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Pentagonal Coffee Table

$4,900

Lion in Frost Signed Thick Lucite Cocktail Table

By Lion in Frost

Located in Dallas, TX

This beautiful cocktail table has a three part thick Lucite base with lion in frost signature. The

Category

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

Materials

Glass, Lucite

Lion in Frost Signed Thick Lucite Cocktail Table

$7,500

Brass Side Table Signed by Lukasz Friedrich

By Lukas Friedrich

Located in Geneve, CH

Brass side table signed by Lukasz Friedrich. Textured side or coffee table. Materials: Legs

Category

2010s Polish Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Brass Side Table Signed by Lukasz Friedrich

$3,831 / item

Brass Side Table Signed by Lukasz Friedrich

By Lukas Friedrich

Located in Geneve, CH

Brass side table signed by Lukasz Friedrich Textured side or coffee table Materials: legs

Category

2010s European Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Brass Side Table Signed by Lukasz Friedrich

$3,831 / item

Beautiful Acid Etched Brass Belgian Coffee Table

By Ricco D

Located in Montreal, QC

Beautiful Belgian modernist design acid etched brass coffee table. Signed "Ricco D 18582", Belgium

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Beautiful Acid Etched Brass Belgian Coffee Table

$14,500 Sale Price

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Brass Side Table Signed by Lukasz Friedrich

By Lukas Friedrich

Located in Geneve, CH

Brass side table signed by Lukasz Friedrich. Textured side or coffee table. Materials: legs: Legs

Category

2010s Polish Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Brass Side Table Signed by Lukasz Friedrich

$2,642 / item

Brass Side Table Signed by Lukasz Friedrich

By Lukas Friedrich

Located in Geneve, CH

Brass side table signed by Lukasz Friedrich Textured side or coffee table Materials: Legs

Category

2010s European Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Brass Side Table Signed by Lukasz Friedrich

$5,812 / set

La Grange Aux Potiers Ceramic Coffee Table France

By LA GRANGE AUX POTIERS

Located in Lège Cap Ferret, FR

Magnificent ceramic coffee table signed la Grange Aux Potiers of the 60s. Colors: blue, gray

Category

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

Materials

Metal

La Grange Aux Potiers Ceramic Coffee Table France

$2,980

Beautiful Blue Coffee Table by Charly Bounan

Located in Geneve, CH

. All his art works are certified and signed. This beautiful coffee table is made of altuglas. This

Category

2010s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Altuglas

Beautiful Blue Coffee Table by Charly Bounan

$36,462 / item

Chinoiserie Oriental Maitland-Smith Shagreen Coffee Table

By Maitland Smith

Located in Chicago, IL

Maitland-Smith Shagreen coffee table/signed on bottom. a couple spots where the shagreen has

Category

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

Materials

Wood

Chinoiserie Oriental Maitland-Smith Shagreen Coffee Table

$5,500

Brass Side Table Signed by Lukasz Friedrich

By Lukas Friedrich

Located in Geneve, CH

Brass side table signed by Lukasz Friedrich. Side rable "Drops" Materials: patinated, carved

Category

2010s European Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Brass Side Table Signed by Lukasz Friedrich

$2,906 / item

Brass Side Table Signed by Lukasz Friedrich

By Lukas Friedrich

Located in Geneve, CH

Brass side table signed by Lukasz Friedrich. Materials: Solid Brass and Stainless steel. Brass

Category

2010s European Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Brass Side Table Signed by Lukasz Friedrich

$2,906 / item

Unique Signed Twin Tables by Jörg Pietschmann

By Jörg Pietschmann

Located in Geneve, CH

Unique signed pair of tables by Jörg Pietschmann Twin tables olive, Bog oak. T1315 Measures: H 37

Category

2010s German Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Oak, Olive

Unique Signed Twin Tables by Jörg Pietschmann

$4,755 / set

Signed Richard Faure Bronze Sculpture-Table Amethyst, 1970s

By Richard Faure

Located in Paris, IDF

The creative design of this coffee table by Richard Faure is really something. Tangled in a web of

Category

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

Materials

Amethyst, Bronze

Signed Richard Faure Bronze Sculpture-Table Amethyst, 1970s

$16,213

1970s Rodolfo Dubarry Signed Pair of Tables

By Rodolfo Dubarry

Located in Marbella, ES

Handcrafted with fine brass sheets etched over a wooden frame and covered with smoked mirrors. Rodolfo Dubarry arrived in the 1970s in Spain and worked tirelessly. His first spec...

Category

Vintage 1970s Spanish Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

1970s Rodolfo Dubarry Signed Pair of Tables

$2,762 / set

Vintage Mid Century Modern Custom Crafted Coffee Table

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage Mid Century Modern Custom Crafted Solid Wood Coffee Table, Signed by the maker. Circa 1960s

Category

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

Materials

Teak

Vintage Mid Century Modern Custom Crafted Coffee Table

$1,580

Bertaolami Organic Form Faux Bronze Coffee Table, Italy

By Philip and Kelvin LaVerne

Located in St. Louis, MO

Mid-Century Italian coffee table signed Bertaolami organic botanical plant form base with faux

Category

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

Materials

Steel

Bertaolami Organic Form Faux Bronze Coffee Table, Italy

$2,800

Stained Glass Coffee Table, Santissimi i, Serena Confalonieri

By Serena Confalonieri

Located in Geneve, CH

Serena Confalonieri's signed stained glass coffee table. Santissimi. Stained glass table 2020

Category

2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stained Glass

Stained Glass Coffee Table, Santissimi i, Serena Confalonieri

$7,133 / item

Signed Baker Furniture Verre Eglomisé pair of tables

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Miami, FL

Pair of Baker Furniture eglomise mirror and bleached oak Tables. Nice distressed look . Labeled

Category

Vintage 1970s American Baroque Revival Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Signed Baker Furniture Verre Eglomisé pair of tables

$3,950 / set

Circular ceramic coffee table by Roger Capron, 1960 s

By Roger Capron

Located in Paris, FR

Rare circular ceramic coffee table " Soleil " signed by Roger Capron, France, 1960s

Category

Vintage 1960s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Circular ceramic coffee table by Roger Capron, 1960 s

$26,421

Stained Glass Coffee Table, Santissimi III, Serena Confalonieri

By Serena Confalonieri

Located in Geneve, CH

Serena Confalonieri's signed stained glass coffee table. Santissimi. Stained glass trays. 2014

Category

2010s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stained Glass

Stained Glass Coffee Table, Santissimi III, Serena Confalonieri

$7,662 / item

Stained Glass Coffee Table, Santissimi II, Serena Confalonieri

By Serena Confalonieri

Located in Geneve, CH

Serena confalonieri's signed stained glass coffee table. Santissimi. Stained glass trays, 2014

Category

2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stained Glass

Stained Glass Coffee Table, Santissimi II, Serena Confalonieri

$5,812 / item

Brass Etched Coffee Table by Christian Heckscher, Belgium, 1970s

By Christian Heckscher

Located in Antwerp, BE

timeless, bespoke pieces. Signed with Heckscher's signature, this coffee table is a statement of artistic

Category

Late 20th Century Belgian Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Brass Etched Coffee Table by Christian Heckscher, Belgium, 1970s

$8,300

Glass Vintage Coffee Table Sofa Table Genio by Massimo Iosa Ghini, Italy

By Massimo Iosa Ghini

Located in Vienna, AT

stores and hotels. The coffee table is signed and made of security glass by Fiam, Italy. The vintage

Category

1990s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass

Glass Vintage Coffee Table Sofa Table Genio by Massimo Iosa Ghini, Italy

$9,007

Polished Brass Side Table Signed by Lukasz Friedrich

By Lukas Friedrich

Located in Geneve, CH

Brass side table signed by Lukasz Friedrich. Side rable "Drops” Materials: patinated, carved brass

Category

2010s Polish Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Polished Brass Side Table Signed by Lukasz Friedrich

$2,906 / item

Circular ceramic coffee table by Roger Capron, 1960 s

By Roger Capron

Located in Paris, FR

Circular ceramic coffee table signed by Roger Capron, France, 1960s

Category

Vintage 1960s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Circular ceramic coffee table by Roger Capron, 1960 s

$28,103

Pair of Ellipses Tables Signed by Pia Chevalier

By Pia Chevalier

Located in Geneve, CH

Pair of Ellipses tables signed by Pia Chevalier Also available in oxidized steel. Dimensions

Category

2010s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Pair of Ellipses Tables Signed by Pia Chevalier

$4,395 / set

California Craftsman Freeform Cocktail Table by Craig Lauterbach, 1980, Signed

By Craig Lauterbach

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Presenting a mesmerizing free-form coffee table crafted by California artisan Craig Lauterbach

Category

Vintage 1980s American American Craftsman Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

California Craftsman Freeform Cocktail Table by Craig Lauterbach, 1980, Signed

$14,000 Sale Price

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Solid Walnut Slate Rectangular Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table

By Jens Risom, Adrian Pearsall

Located in Rockaway, NJ

High quality craftsmanship slate top solid oiled walnut base coffee table signed and dated 1972.

Category

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

Materials

Slate

Solid Walnut Slate Rectangular Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table

$4,600

Coffee Table, ORO by Reda Amalou, Collectible Design, Gallery Collection

By REDA AMALOU DESIGN

Located in Paris, FR

numbered. ORO coffee table has a bronze structure, top in extra clear glass sanded with a 22-carat gold

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Gold Leaf, Bronze

Coffee Table, ORO by Reda Amalou, Collectible Design, Gallery Collection

$78,064 / item

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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.”

Find the perfect centerpiece for any room, no matter what your personal furniture style on 1stDibs — shop Art Deco coffee tables, travertine coffee tables and other antique and vintage coffee tables and cocktail tables today.

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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