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Alto Coffee Table

Alto Coffee Table Solid walnut, shaped with 3 legs
Located in Ridgewood, NY
Sturdy and sophisticated, the alto coffee table features asymmetrical lines and a rich finish on
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2010s American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood

Osvaldo Borsani Coffee Table Wood 1940 Italy
By Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Milano, IT
Il secondo appoggio e’ alto 23 cm,. Distinti saluti Gianmarioboninu.
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Vintage 1940s Italian Other Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood

Osvaldo Borsani Coffee Table Wood 1940 Italy
Osvaldo Borsani Coffee Table Wood 1940 Italy
H 23.63 in W 21.26 in D 13.39 in
Two-Sided Modernist Coffee Table in Pine Wood, 1970s
Located in LYON, FR
Two-sided modernist coffee table in beech from the 70s. It is in superb condition and has been
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Pine

Mid-century modern round Coffee Table Green Marble Top, Glass Satin Steel Base
By Cupioli made in Italy
Located in Rimini, IT
/24.80" totale compreso piano superiore in acciaio diam. 25 cm/9.84" Alto: 47 cm. /18,50" fino al piano
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20th Century Italian Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Marble, Steel

Mid-century modern Round Coffee Table Red Marble, Glass Top, Satin Steel Base
By Cupioli made in Italy
Located in Rimini, IT
/24.80" totale compreso piano superiore in acciaio diam. 25 cm/9.84" Alto: 47 cm. /18.50" fino al piano
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Marble, Steel

Circular Office/ Dining Table Organic Black Modern Contemporary Blackened Steel
By J.M. Szymanski
Located in Bronx, NY
Table No. 15 - ALTO J.M. Szymanski d. 2022 This Noguchi-inspired coffee table is handcrafted
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2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Steel, Iron

SALOMONE Coffee Table by Roberto Giulio Rida
By Roberto Giulio Rida
Located in Milano, Lombardia
cristalli di alto spessore di manifattura Muranese vintage. Il tavolino dalla forma rettangolare ha la
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cock...

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Gold Plate, Brass

SALOMONE Coffee Table by Roberto Giulio Rida
SALOMONE Coffee Table by Roberto Giulio Rida
H 14.97 in W 49.61 in D 24.02 in
Large coffee table "COMPASS 120" with an incredible diameter
By Roberto Giulio Rida
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Tavolino coffee table "COMPASSO 120" Elegante tavolino basso fatto da un corpo in ottone e bronzo
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Crystal, Brass

Tavolino da caffè anni '50 Silvio Cavatorta
By Silvio Cavatorta
Located in Torino, Piemonte
molto bella e dimostra le capacità di Cavatorta nel gestire linee arrotondate. Il tavolino è alto 40 cm
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Metal, Brass

Smania Interiors Studio Side Table "Mitzar" Series
By Smania
Located in Conversano, IT
di alto livello nel settore dell'arredamento di interni. Fondata nel 1967, Smania ha costruito nel
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Vintage 1970s European Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Wood, Maple

21st Century Matteo Zorzenoni CantileverSide Coffee Table Marble Red Scapin
By Matteo Zorzenoni
Located in Tezze sul Brenta, IT
Cantilever S side table Designed by Matteo Zorzenoni for Scapin Collezioni Cantilever is a
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

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Other

Carlo Bartoli for Tisettanta "AltoBasso" Adjustable Table, Italy 1976
By Carlo Bartoli, Tisettanta
Located in Naples, IT
Table with chromed metal frame and wooden top Mod. Alto/Basso designed by Carlo Bartoli in the
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tables

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Chrome

LASSU' small coffee table, black beauty granite top. By Legame Italia
By Ricardo Antonio
Located in Pistoia, IT
Ideato dal designer brasiliano Ricardo Antonio, il coffee table Lassù si contraddistingue per la
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2010s Italian Modern Center Tables

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Granite, Metal

Tavolino da caffè LASSU' grande, top in granito black beauty. By Legame Italia
By Ricardo Antonio
Located in Pistoia, IT
Ideato dal designer brasiliano Ricardo Antonio, il coffee table Lassù si contraddistingue per la
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2010s Italian Modern Center Tables

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Granite, Metal

Gray Hand-Tufted Modern Wool Rug with Abstract Pattern By Apadana
By Apadana Fine Rugs
Located in Norwalk, CT
Alto’s famous vase, Noguchi’s coffee table, Calder mobiles, and the art constructions of Jean Arp. People
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Indian Rugs

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Wool

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Alto Coffee Table For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the alto coffee table you’re looking for. An alto coffee table — often made from metal, marble and stone — can elevate any home. Each alto coffee table bearing modern hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made alto coffee table over the years, but those crafted by Dario Contessotto, Scarlet Splendour and ALTO DUO are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Alto Coffee Table?

The average selling price for an alto coffee table at 1stDibs is $8,758, while they’re typically $1,350 on the low end and $34,211 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Tables for You

The right vintage, new or antique tables can help make any space in your home stand out.

Over the years, the variety of tables available to us, as well as our specific needs for said tables, has broadened. Today, with all manner of these must-have furnishings differing in shape, material and style, any dining room table can shine just as brightly as the guests who gather around it.

Remember, when shopping for a dining table, it must fit your dining area, and you need to account for space around the table too — think outside the box, as an oval dining table may work for tighter spaces. Alternatively, if you’ve got the room, a Regency-style dining table can elevate any formal occasion at mealtime.

Innovative furniture makers and designers have also redefined what a table can be. Whether it’s an unconventional Ping-Pong table, a brass side table to display your treasured collectibles or a Louis Vuitton steamer trunk to add an air of nostalgia to your loft, your table can say a lot about you.

The visionary work of French designer Xavier Lavergne, for example, includes tables that draw on the forms of celestial bodies as often as they do aquatic creatures or fossils. Elsewhere, Italian architect Gae Aulenti, who looked to Roman architecture in crafting her stately Jumbo coffee table, created clever glass-topped mobile coffee tables that move on bicycle tires or sculpted wood wheels for Fontana Arte

Coffee and cocktail tables can serve as a room’s centerpiece with attention-grabbing details and colors. Glass varieties will keep your hardwood flooring and dazzling area rugs on display, while a marble or stone coffee table in a modern interior can showcase your prized art books and decorative objects. A unique vintage desk or writing table can bring sophistication and even a bit of spice to your work life. 

No matter your desired form or function, a quality table for your living space is a sound investment. On 1stDibs, browse a collection of vintage, new and antique bedside tables, mid-century end tables and more .

Questions About Alto Coffee Table
  • 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.

  • 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.
  • 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.

  • 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.

    Shop a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
  • 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.
  • 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.

  • 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.

    Find all kinds of antique and vintage tables on 1stDibs.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019

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

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To stack books on a coffee table, place the largest one on the bottom with the spine facing the focal piece of furniture, usually the sofa. Then, add the next largest, lining up the inner edges so that the spines create a stepped effect. Continue adding books to complete the stack and top it off with a decorative object if you wish. Shop a variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    The best coffee table for a sectional can be a round coffee table, particularly with respect to U-shaped sectionals. The circular design creates a sense of balance in small spaces and renders it easy for guests to move to and fro, especially when surrounded by chairs. Find a collection of antique and vintage coffee tables on 1stDibs today.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A tall coffee table is usually called exactly that — a tall coffee table. Coffee tables, also referred to as cocktail tables, are generally designed to sit at or below the sofa's seat height. These tables may come in a range of sizes, but they are often between 16 and 18 inches high and are designed in a variety of lengths and widths. They’re meant to provide a practical table-top surface that complements your living room layout. (A tall version might also be suitable for use as a dining table.) Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tall coffee tables from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Modern coffee tables tend to be low because they’re most commonly placed in front of couches and chairs. Historically, coffee tables were placed behind the couch which necessitated a taller table. Over time, as styles changed and coffee tables came to be positioned in front of couches, their heights were lowered to accommodate the modern arrangement. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage and contemporary coffee tables from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To date a Lane coffee table, look for the serial number on the underside of the piece. On most Lane coffee tables, reading the number from right to left will tell you the date that the table was manufactured. For example, a serial number that says 852140 would have been produced on April 12, 1958. Founded in Virginia in the early 20th century, Lane is largely known for its cedar chests and innovative mid-century modern designs. Find a variety of Lane coffee tables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    The best height for a coffee table is around 1 to 2 inches lower than the seat height of the adjacent sofa. Most sofas feature seat heights of around 17 or 18 inches. As a result, the most common height for coffee tables is 15 to 17 inches. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of coffee tables.

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