Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN STYLE
Scandinavian modernism is perhaps the warmest and most organic iteration of modernist design. The work of the designers associated with vintage Scandinavian modern furniture was founded on centuries-old beliefs in both quality craftsmanship and the ideal that beauty should enhance even the humblest accessories of daily life.
ORIGINS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged in the 1930s
- Originated primarily in Denmark, Sweden and Finland
- Introduced in the United States in mid-20th century
- Informed by the Bauhaus and modernism; influenced American mid-century modernism
CHARACTERISTICS OF SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Bold, clean lines and simple, sturdy symmetries
- Use of natural materials — native woods such as pine, ash and beech
- Open, airy spaces
- Promotion of functionality
- Emphasis on craftsmanship; rooted in cabinetry profession and traditional construction techniques
- Minimal ornamentation (little to no embellishment)
- A neutral or light color palette owing to prominence of light woods
SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Alvar Aalto
- Hans Wegner
- Kaare Klint
- Arne Jacobsen
- Greta Magnusson Grossman
- Finn Juhl
- Arne Vodder
- Verner Panton
ICONIC SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
VINTAGE SCANDINAVIAN MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The gentle, organic contours that are typical of Scandinavian design appear in the furnishings and decor created by Danish, Finnish and Swedish designers not as a stylistic gesture, but rather as a practical, ergonomic — and, as importantly, elegant — response to the human form.
Each nation produced exceptional talents in all areas of the applied arts, yet each had its forté. Sweden was home to Greta Magnusson Grossman and Bruno Mathsson — creators of the classic Grasshopper lighting series and Berlin daybed, respectively — but the country excelled most notably at ceramics. In the 1920s at the great Gustavsberg porcelain manufactory, Wilhelm Kåge introduced pieces in the Scandinavian style based on influences from folklore to Cubism; his skills were passed on to his versatile and inspired pupils Berndt Friberg and Stig Lindberg.
Likewise, Finland produced a truly ingenious Scandinavian modern furniture designer in the architect Alvar Aalto, a master at melding function and artistic form in works like the Paimio chair, created in collaboration with his first wife, Aino. Yet Finnish glassware was pre-eminent, crafted in expressive, sculptural designs by Tapio Wirkkala and Timo Sarpaneva.
The Danes excelled at chairs. Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen were exemplars of the country’s facility with wood, particularly teak.
Wegner created such iconic pieces as the Round chair and the Wishbone chair; Jacobsen — while the revolutionary architect and furniture innovator produced the best-selling plywood Ant chair — designed two classic upholstered pieces of the 1950s: the Swan chair and Egg chair. The list of great Danes could go on and on, including Finn Juhl, a stylistic maverick and maker of the bold Chieftain chair; Poul Kjaerholm, with his lean metal-and-rattan aesthetic; and Verner Panton, who introduced a vibrant Pop note into international design.
Today, decades after their heyday, the prolific, ever-evolving Scandinavian modernists continue to amaze and delight, and interior designers all over the world use their pieces to bring warmth to any given space.
On 1stDibs, you will note both instantly recognizable vintage Scandinavian modern chairs, sofas, rugs and tables — those that have earned iconic status over time — and many new discoveries.
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Style: Scandinavian Modern
Digging Through the Ash - Coffee Table
Located in Alpha, NJ
Lived edge ash coffee table, integrated walnut and walnut turned legs. Accented by cherry inlay work. Beautiful piece created by Artist Michael Oates as a...
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2010s American Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Ash, Cherry, Walnut
Scandinavian 1960s solid pine coffee table
Located in Brescia, IT
Vintage solid pine coffee table, 1960s, with built-in magazine shelf and tapered profiles.
Original Scandinavian coffee table from the 1960s, made of solid pine with a light finish ...
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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Pine
Scandinavian Oval Coffee Tables of Modernism
Located in Brescia, IT
Pair of vintage wooden side tables.
These sofa tables feature a simple top with rounded corners and an exposed X-shaped frame from which t...
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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood
Scandinavian 1960s coffee table with Vienna straw shelf
Located in Brescia, IT
Scandinavian 1960s coffee table with teak top, mahogany frame, Vienna straw shelf and turned legs with brass.
Scandinavian 1960s coffee table with teak top and mahogany frame. The t...
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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Mahogany, Teak
Teakcoffee table, Haslev Møbelfabrik, Denmark, 1960s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Teak coffee table manufactured in Denmark by Haslev Mobelfabrik in Denmark in the 1960s. Original manufacturer's sticker preserved under the top.
Very simple, timeless form will wo...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Teak
Scandinavian vintage coffee table with metal frame
Located in Brescia, IT
Vintage teak and metal coffee table of Scandinavian manufacture.
The metal frame with magazine rack supports the teak wood coffee table top.
The table can be moved thanks to the tw...
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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Metal
Vintage teak coffee table
Located in Brescia, IT
Teak coffee table of Scandinavian origin.
An essential piece of furniture with timeless beauty, suitable for different environments and styles.
Good condition. A restoration has been...
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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Teak
Frode Holm Coffee Table in Teak by Illums Bolighus in Denmark
By Frode Holm
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare coffee table designed by Frode Holm. Produced by Illums Bolighus in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Brass
Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen
Torben Lind for France
Søn Coffee Table
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ole Gjerløv-Knudsen & Torben Lind for France & Søn, coffee table, black lacquered oak, Denmark, 1960s
This black lacquered oak coffee table is designed by the Danish designer duo Ol...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Oak, Lacquer
Borge Mogensen Danish Modern Cane and Oak Coffee Table
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Rare Borge Mogensen Wicker or Cane CoffeeTable. Produced by Fredericia. Solid oak legs. Original cane. Labeled.
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1950s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Rattan, Oak
Modern Formstelle for Zeitraum American Walnut Rectangular Twist Coffee Table
By Zeitraum, Formstelle
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Absolutely stunning and expertly crafted with highest quality natural American walnut solid wood. The spectacular color and grain with flowing shape make this table attractive center piece in any period or style environment and among Mid-Century classic design.
Specification:
Lightweight frame, tabletop is 0.8" thick.
Sophisticated edge profiling
Unique base that twist inward at the ground
The wood is impregnated with natural oils and waxes.
Style: Modern Scandinavian
Designer: Formstelle, 2010
Model: Twist rectangular
Manufacturer: Zeitraum
Made in: Germany.
Dimensions: Height 19" x Width 55" x Depth 23.5"
Tabletop box...
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2010s German Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Walnut
Expanding Rek Coffee Table
Walnut Wood
White
by Reinier de Jong
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
REK coffee table expands and transforms to a variety of geometries and sizes to adapt to any occasion. A coffee table that can be miraculously adapted...
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Laminate, Ash
Bogense - Marble Coffee Table - Black Eagle
Located in Montelavar, Lisboa
This statement-making coffee table features a rectangular marble base with unique natural veining, topped with a sleek glass surface. Its modern silhouette and contrasting materials ...
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2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Marble
$2,326 / item
2021 Carl Hansen OW449 Colonial Coffee / End Table by Ole Wanscher in Oiled Oak
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a OW449 Colonial coffee / end table made with an oiled solid oak frame and oak top. The table, designed by Ole Wanscher and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark, dates to...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Oak
Danish Modern Square Coffee Table in Teak by BRDR Furbo
By BRDR Furbo
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Danish Modern coffee table in oiled teak wood.
Manufactured by BRDR Furbo.
The table has a square measure that could fits in the corner between the Sofas.
In very good condition.
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Teak
Expanding Rek Coffee Table (Ash Wood
white) by Reinier De Jong
Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH
REK coffee table expands and transforms to a variety of geometries and sizes to adapt to any occasion. A coffee table that can be miraculously adapted...
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Rare Danish Coffee Table in Teak and Oak 1950s
Located in Handewitt, DE
Rare danish rond coffee table. Made in teak and oak. Below the table top there is another storage compartment held in place with brass holders. Underneath with number like Frits Henn...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Brass
Graphic Scandinavian Teak Coffee Table with Glass Top, 1960s
Located in Voorburg, NL
Scandinavian teak two-tiered coffee table with a glass top manufactured in the 1960s. The glass top is nicely etched around the sides. Very nice graphic design with clean and simple ...
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Glass, Teak
Odense - Marble Coffee Table - Black Eagle
By NORDST
Located in Montelavar, Lisboa
A sleek, modern coffee table with a luxurious marble base and a smooth extended round top. Ideal for adding a touch of sophistication to your living space, this piece combines natura...
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2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Marble
$4,750 / item
Bogense - Marble Coffee Table - Grey Galaxy
Located in Montelavar, Lisboa
This statement-making coffee table features a rectangular marble base with unique natural veining, topped with a sleek glass surface. Its modern silhouette and contrasting materials ...
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2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Marble
$2,326 / item
Odense - Marble Coffee Table - Grey Kenzo - Small
By NORDST
Located in Montelavar, Lisboa
A sleek, modern coffee table with a luxurious marble base and a smooth extended round top. Ideal for adding a touch of sophistication to your living space, this piece combines natura...
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2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Marble
$3,799 / item
Set of 3 Scandinavian 1960s teak coffee tables
Located in Brescia, IT
Three interlocking teak side tables from the 1960s with tapered turned legs and slightly contrasting finishes.
Set of three Scandinavian coffee tables from the 1960s made of solid t...
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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Teak
Scandinavian vintage coffee table with metal shelf
Located in Brescia, IT
Vintage coffee table with teak top, stained turned wood frame and brass details. Scandinavian production from the 60s.
Original Scandinavian coffee table from the 1960s with sharply...
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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Metal
Coffee Table in Green Terrazzo by DUVALD Handcrafted in Denmark, Terrazzo
By Örn Duvald, DUVALD
Located in Gentofte, DK
Coffee table made in terrazzo. The table is of course hard, yet incredible soft to touch.
The table was made for a censored exhibition with the theme "Pitch Black", in Copenhagen, Denmark.
'Black Hole'
"With the physicists' black hole theory as inspiration, the stable centre of the table is black hole evoking a dizzying look at swirling night sky".
Black hole coffee table is a made to order piece as standard or customizable in regard to dimensions and color of the terrazzo.
Shown here is a rendered visualization of the table made of a green terrazzo...
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Terrazzo
Frits Henningsen Style Coffee Table
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Frits Henningsen style coffee table in rosewood.
1940s.
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Rosewood
$1,710 Sale Price
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Ita OS5 Bench in Dark Stained Oak by OEO Studio for &Tradition
By &Tradition, OEO Studio
Located in Dubai, AE
Designed to complement the Ita dining table, the Ita bench is a cohesive extension of the collection’s central identity. With a focus on functionality and an emphasis on natural mate...
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2010s Polish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Oak
1950s Fully Restored Danish Coffee Table in Teak
Located in Knebel, DK
1960s fully restored Danish coffee table in teak.
The well dimensioned coffee table with it´s elegant curved edges has been fully restored and...
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1960s Danish Vintage Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Teak
NORDST KAREN Coffee Table, Italian Green Lightning Marble, Danish Modern Design
By NORDST
Located in Montelavar, Lisboa
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The KAREN coffee table is from a combination of exclusive marble and natural wood. A combination of elements more than 50 years old from the golden era...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Travertine, Marble
NORDST NOA Coffee Table, Italian White Mountain Marble, Danish Modern Design
Located in Montelavar, Lisboa
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Beautiful round coffee table with a single cylindric column frame going through the marble tabletop to expose the nicely done metal work on the surface...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Travertine, Marble, Metal
Kaare Klint Coffee Table in Mahogany for Rud. Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Kaare Klint coffee table in mahogany. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen.
Underside with manufacturer's paper label RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/45 NØRREBROGAD/KØBENHAVN, and architect's mono...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Mahogany
2021 OW449 Square Colonial Coffee Table by Ole Wanscher for Carl Hansen in Oak
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a OW449 Colonial Coffee Table made with a white oiled solid oak frame and oak top. The table, designed by Ole Wanscher and produced by Carl Hansen & Son in Denmark, dates to ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Oak
2021 CH008 Coffee Table by Hans Wegner for Carl Hansen in Walnut 30 inch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a CH008 Coffee Table made with a solid walnut top and legs. The finish appears to be oiled. The table, designed by Hans Wegner and produced...
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21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Walnut
Williams Hairpin Coffee Table Rectangular Maple Prairie Green
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Steel
Williams Hairpin Coffee Table Round Maple Pink
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Steel
Williams Hairpin Coffee Table Rectangular Walnut Navy
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Steel
Williams Hairpin Coffee Table Oval Maple Mustard
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Steel
Williams Hairpin Coffee Table Square Maple Gray
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Steel
Williams Hairpin Coffee Table Oval Maple Blood Red
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Steel
Williams Hairpin Coffee Table Oval Walnut Mustard
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Steel
Williams Hairpin Coffee Table Round Maple Blood Red
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Steel
Williams Hairpin Coffee Table Square Maple Mustard
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Steel
Williams Hairpin Coffee Table Rectangular Maple Prairie Green
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Steel
Williams Hairpin Coffee Table Rectangular Maple Black
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Steel
Williams Hairpin Coffee Table Rectangular Maple Green
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Steel
Williams Hairpin Coffee Table Rectangular Maple Orange
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Steel
Williams Hairpin Coffee Table Round Walnut Pink
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Steel
Williams Hairpin Coffee Table Round Walnut Navy
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Steel
Williams Hairpin Coffee Table Round Walnut Prairie Green
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Steel
Williams Hairpin Coffee Table Oval Maple Yellow
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Steel
Williams Hairpin Coffee Table Square Maple Red
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Steel
Williams Hairpin Coffee Table Rectangular Walnut Prairie Green
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Steel
Williams Hairpin Coffee Table Rectangular Walnut Red
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Steel
Williams Hairpin Coffee Table Oval Walnut Orange
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Steel
Williams Hairpin Coffee Table Oval Walnut Green
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Steel
Williams Hairpin Coffee Table Oval Walnut Black
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Steel
Williams Hairpin Coffee Table Square Walnut Yellow
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Steel
Williams Hairpin Coffee Table Square Walnut White
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Steel
Williams Hairpin Coffee Table Round Walnut Rose Copper
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Steel
Williams Hairpin Coffee Table Round Walnut Red
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Steel
Williams Hairpin Coffee Table Square Maple Orange
Located in Cincinnati, US
A thin, elegant and light table that can be customized to any shape, size and color desired. This handcrafted item perfectly blends industrial hairpin legs with a beveled wooden top....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Steel
Coffee Tables and Cocktail Tables for Sale on 1stDibs
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. Browse a vast selection of antique, new and vintage coffee tables and cocktail tables today.
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