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What is the difference between a coffee table and a cocktail table?
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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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Lane Hexagonal Coffee Table Walnut & Smoked Glass Top Mid Century Modern
By Lane Furniture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed and made in the 1970s by Lane Furniture, this handsome coffee table features a great build and a super sleek and modern look. Made 6 walnut panels joined to form a hexagon, ...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Smoked Glass, Walnut
1970s Lane "Monte Carlo" Coffee Table with Inlaid Tile Design Mid Century
By Lane Furniture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This 1970s Lane Coffee Table features a unique inlaid tile design, adding a stylish touch to any living space. Crafted with mid-century charm, this coffee table showcases expert craf...
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail T...
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Ceramic, Walnut
Spiral Leg Folk Art Coffee Table by Lane
By Lane Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1980s. Spiral legs and original patina. From the Museum of Folk Art NYC.
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Wood
Lane Mid-Century Modern Wood Coffee Table w Drawer
By Lane Furniture
Located in New York, NY
The Lane Furniture Company was founded in 1912 by John Lane in Altavista, Virginia, USA. Initially, it focused on manufacturing cedar chests. Over the years, it expanded its product ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Wood
Midcentury Lane Altavista Parsons Legs Coffee Table with Herringbone Design Top
By Lane Furniture
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Midcentury Lane Altavista Parsons legs coffee table with Herringbone design top. This Midcentury Lane Altavista coffee table is a masterpiece ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Wood
Lane Furniture Walnut, Rosewood, and Chrome Coffee or Cocktail Table
By Lane Furniture
Located in Skokie, IL
Lane Furniture Walnut, Rosewood, and Chrome Coffee or Cocktail Table
This stunning, long coffee or cocktail table is one of the showcase pieces made by Lane Furniture. This piece is...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
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Chrome
