The coffee table is a piece of furniture that is typically used in a living room or other seating area for holding drinks, snacks, books, and other items. The origins of the coffee table can be traced back to the Ottoman Empire in the late 18th century. At that time, tables known as "divans" were used in the homes of the wealthy to serve coffee and other refreshments.

The modern coffee table as we know it today started to emerge in the early 20th century. These tables were typically made of wood and were designed to be placed in front of a sofa or other seating area. In the 1950s and 1960s, coffee tables became popular in a wider range of homes and were often made of glass or other modern materials. Today, coffee tables are available in a wide variety of styles, materials, and sizes to suit different design preferences and needs.