What are side tables used for?

Side tables are used next to furniture like beds and couches to provide an accessible place for keeping essential items at hand. In the living room, side tables are often used to display flower arrangements, photos or books as well as to set down a drink. In the bedroom, a side table is typically populated with items like a lamp, bedtime reading material, and a charging device for a phone. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary side tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What are nesting side tables?

A nesting table is a set of tables designed to be stored one inside or under the other, giving them a layered or stacked appearance. A side table is a table that’s placed beside a piece of furniture. A nesting side table would be a series of side tables in graduated heights that can be stacked or nested together. Shop a collection of nesting tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What size should a side table be?

A side table should stand one to three inches below the arm of the sofa or chair it is placed next to.

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.

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.

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 there a difference between an end table and a side table?

There are two differences between end tables and side tables: function and size. Typically, end tables go beside a chair or at opposite ends of a sofa and have smaller tabletops, while side tables go toward the sides of seating areas or against walls and feature a larger surface area. However, many people use the words side and end tables interchangeably, so these differences may not always apply. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of end and side tables.

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.

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 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.

Do end tables need to match coffee table?

End tables and coffee tables do not need to match. Nevertheless it can be nice to have a similar color scheme or have one set of end tables match and perhaps have the coffee table match a TV stand.

What is a tall side table called?

A tall side table may also be called a console table. While these furnishings are not as common in today’s interiors as their coffee-table and side-table counterparts, console tables are stylish home accents and have become more prevalent over the years. The popularity of wood console tables took shape during the 17th and 18th centuries in French and Italian culture, and were exclusively featured in the palatial homes of the upper class. Find console tables today on 1stDibs.

Should a side table be lower than a sofa?

No, a side table shouldn't always be lower than a sofa. To make it easy to access items on a table, a sofa's arms should generally be no more than 2 to 3 inches above or below the tabletop. This rule of thumb differs from the one for coffee tables, which should be as tall or 1 to 2 inches shorter than the seat height of the sofa to ensure a balanced look. Explore a large selection of side tables on 1stDibs.

How can you tell if a side table is antique?

To determine whether a side table is an antique, closely examine its details. Older pieces will typically have telltale features like wood pegs, hand-cut dovetails with some slight imperfections and mortise-and-tenon construction. Tables that are a consistent color throughout or have machine-cut moldings or carvings are unlikely to be antiques. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can be a helpful resource when dating tables. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and modern side tables on 1stDibs.

How do you stack books on a coffee table?

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.

What is the best coffee table for a sectional?

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.

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.

What is a tall coffee table called?

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.

Why are modern coffee tables so low?

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.

Coffee Table Side Table

Vejle Stole Mobelfabrik

Cracked Resin

Made In Portugal

Modern Love Furniture

Mesh Table

Henning Kjaernulf Table

Circular Table Contemporary

Heart Table

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Vintage 1980s Swedish Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

vintage coffee table | side table | Kinnarps | Sweden

H 18.51 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in

vintage coffee table | side table | 60s | Sweden

Located in GRONINGEN, NL

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Teak

vintage coffee table | side table | 60s | Sweden

H 22.05 in W 48.43 in D 25.6 in

Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table/ Side Table by Willy Ballez, 1970s

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table/ Side Table by Willy Ballez, 1970s

Category

Vintage 1970s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stone

Mid-Century Modern Coffee Table/ Side Table by Willy Ballez, 1970s

H 19.89 in W 64.38 in D 23.63 in

Neoclassical, Maison Jansen Style Round Gilt Metal Coffee Table, Side Table

By Maison Jansen

Located in Stamford, CT

Neoclassical, Maison Jansen style round gilt metal coffee table, side table Decorative coffee or

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Late 20th Century Hollywood Regency Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Neoclassical, Maison Jansen Style Round Gilt Metal Coffee Table, Side Table

H 26 in Dm 26 in

Teak Table Coffee Table Side Table Henning Kjaernulf Design, 1960s-1970s

By Vejle Stole & Møbelfabrik, Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Neuenkirchen, NI

Teak table coffee table side table Henning Kjaernulf design, 1960s-1970s Object: coffee table

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Vintage 1970s Danish Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Teak

Teak Table Coffee Table Side Table Henning Kjaernulf Design, 1960s-1970s

H 20.08 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in

Ilmari Tapiovaara Coffee Table / Side Table Produced by Laukaan Puu in Finland

By Ilmari Tapiovaara

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Rare coffee table / side table designed by Ilmari Tapiovaara. Produced by Laukaan Puu in Finland.

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Vintage 1950s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Pine

Ilmari Tapiovaara Coffee Table / Side Table Produced by Laukaan Puu in Finland

H 9.06 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in

Kurt Østervig Coffee Table / Side Table Produced by Jason Møbler in Denmark

By Kurt Østervig

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Rare coffee table / side table designed by Kurt Østervig. Produced by Jason møbler in Denmark.

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Kurt Østervig Coffee Table / Side Table Produced by Jason Møbler in Denmark

H 15.36 in W 36.23 in D 13.78 in

Mid Century Italian Bamboo and Rattan Coffee Table Side Table C.1960

Located in London, GB

Mid century Italian bamboo and rattan coffee table side table C.1960. Presented in excellent

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

Materials

Bamboo

Mid Century Italian Bamboo and Rattan Coffee Table Side Table C.1960

H 20.28 in W 20.08 in D 20.08 in

Vintage Glass Beech Coffee Table/ Side Table, Italy, 1970s

Located in Vienna, AT

This vintage glass coffee table / side table shows a sickle-shaped glass top and three beech legs

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Beech

Vintage Glass Beech Coffee Table/ Side Table, Italy, 1970s

H 16.54 in Dm 23.63 in

2x 60s 70s Coffee Table Side Table Chrome & Brass

Located in Neuenkirchen, NI

2x 60s 70s Willy Rizzo coffee table side table chrome & Brass 60s. Object: 2x coffee table

Category

Vintage 1970s European Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass, Chrome

2x 60s 70s Coffee Table Side Table Chrome & Brass

H 20.08 in W 29.53 in D 29.53 in

60s 70s Brutalist Coffee Table Side Table Slate Top Design

Located in Neuenkirchen, NI

60s 70s Brutalist Coffee Table Side Table Slate Top Design Object: coffee table Manufacturer

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Vintage 1970s German Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Slate

60s 70s Brutalist Coffee Table Side Table Slate Top Design

H 18.51 in W 39.38 in D 39.38 in

Mid-Century Modern Travertine Square Coffee Table, Side Table

Located in Dallas, TX

Mid-Century Modern travertine square coffee table ~ Side table is the perfect choice for a clean

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

Materials

Travertine

Mid-Century Modern Travertine Square Coffee Table, Side Table

H 15 in W 19.5 in D 19.5 in

Andrianna Shamaris Minimalist Small Coffee Table, Side Table or Bench

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

table, side table or bench. A butterfly is meticulously inlaid into the side. It’s all in the details

Category

2010s Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Minimalist Small Coffee Table, Side Table or Bench

H 15.5 in W 25 in D 16 in

60s 70s teak coffee table side table Bertil Fridhagen Bodafors Sweden

By Bodafors, Bertil Fridhagen

Located in Neuenkirchen, NI

60s 70s teak coffee table side table Bertil Fridhagen Bodafors Sweden Object: coffee table

Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Teak

60s 70s teak coffee table side table Bertil Fridhagen Bodafors Sweden

H 19.89 in W 59.26 in D 21.86 in

60s 70s teak coffee table side table Danish Modern Design Denmark

Located in Neuenkirchen, NI

60s 70s teak coffee table side table Danish Modern Design Denmark Object: coffee table

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Teak

60s 70s teak coffee table side table Danish Modern Design Denmark

H 23.82 in W 55.12 in D 27.56 in

Mid Century 3-Tiered Steel Kinetic Coffee Table/Side Table

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Mid Century 3-Tiered Steel kinetic coffee table/side table USA, Circa 1970s Three graduated

Category

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

Materials

Steel

Mid Century 3-Tiered Steel Kinetic Coffee Table/Side Table

H 18.5 in W 34.5 in D 24 in

60s 70s Teak Coffee Table Side Table by Johannes for Silkeborg Danish

By Johannes Andersen, CFC Silkeborg

Located in Neuenkirchen, NI

60s 70s teak coffee table side table by Johannes for Silkeborg Danish Object: coffee table

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Teak

60s 70s Teak Coffee Table Side Table by Johannes for Silkeborg Danish

H 19.49 in W 30.12 in D 30.12 in

60s 70s Teak Table Coffee Table Side Table Kvaletit Danish Modern Design

Located in Neuenkirchen, NI

60s 70s Teak table coffee table coffee table Kvaletit Danish Modern Design Object: coffee table

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Teak

60s 70s Teak Table Coffee Table Side Table Kvaletit Danish Modern Design

H 18.51 in W 22.64 in D 22.64 in

1960s-1970s Teak Coffee Table Side Table Ilse Möbel Danish Modern Design

By Ilse Möbel

Located in Neuenkirchen, NI

1960s-1970s teak coffee table side table Ilse Möbel Danish Modern Design Object: coffee table

Category

Vintage 1970s German Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

1960s-1970s Teak Coffee Table Side Table Ilse Möbel Danish Modern Design

H 19.69 in W 27.56 in D 48.82 in

60s 70s coffee table side table by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina

By Afra & Tobia Scarpa, Cassina

Located in Neuenkirchen, NI

60s 70s coffee table side table by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina Object: coffee table

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

60s 70s coffee table side table by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Cassina

H 15.36 in W 29.53 in D 29.53 in

Modern Vintage Three Coffee Tables Side Tables Sofa Tables Maison Jansen 1970s

By Maison Jansen

Located in Vienna, AT

Three modern Hollywood Regency style vintage coffee tables side tables or sofa tables Maison Jansen

Category

Late 20th Century French Hollywood Regency Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel

Modern Vintage Three Coffee Tables Side Tables Sofa Tables Maison Jansen 1970s

H 21.07 in W 21.46 in D 21.46 in

Danish Teak solid coffee table/ side table By Niels Bach for Randers Möbel, 1960

By Randers Møbelfabrik, Niels Bach

Located in Gaggenau, DE

Danish Teak solid coffee table/ side table By Niels Bach for Randers Möbel,1960s Design year

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables

Materials

Teak

Danish Teak solid coffee table/ side table By Niels Bach for Randers Möbel, 1960

H 19.69 in W 53.15 in D 32.29 in

Sculptural, Brutalistic, Monolithic Coffee Table /Side Table/ Object

By Jan Paul

Located in Maastricht, NL

GRIP coffee Sculptural, brutalistic, monolithic Coffee table /side table/ object design: JAN PAUL

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bamboo

Sculptural, Brutalistic, Monolithic Coffee Table /Side Table/ Object

H 18.5 in W 32.7 in D 17.3 in

Chinese Coffee Table Side Table with Antique Longevity Screen

Located in Somis, CA

glass. A versatile piece that can be used as a small coffee table, side table or a stand.

Category

20th Century Chinese Furniture

Materials

Wood

Chinese Coffee Table Side Table with Antique Longevity Screen

H 20 in W 27.5 in D 27.5 in

Art Deco, Coffee / Side Table, France, 1940s

Located in Stockholm, SE

Coffee table / side table in iron and glass. Art Deco, French, 1940s.

Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Glass

Art Deco, Coffee / Side Table, France, 1940s

H 18.51 in W 40.56 in D 21.26 in

Yngve Ekström Coffee / Side Table by Westbergs in Sweden

By Yngve Ekström

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Rare coffee table / side table / bench designed by Yngve Ekström. Produced by Westbergs in Tranås

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Oak, Teak

Yngve Ekström Coffee / Side Table by Westbergs in Sweden

H 15.75 in W 70.87 in D 19.69 in

Brutalist Tripod Coffee Table / Side Table

Located in Saint Leonards-on-sea, England

Vintage Brutalist wooden tripod tree trunk Brutalist coffee side table, French, 1950s. Made with a

Category

Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Side Tables

Materials

Hardwood, Fruitwood

Brutalist Tripod Coffee Table / Side Table

H 19.69 in W 33.47 in D 19.69 in

Hans Olsen Coffee Table of Rosewood and Leather

By Hans Olsen

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Hans Olsen coffee table / side table of rosewood and leather.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Hans Olsen Coffee Table of Rosewood and Leather

H 20.08 in W 20.48 in D 27.56 in

Børge Mogensen Coffee / Side Table Model 261 Produced in Denmark

By Børge Mogensen

Located in Limhamn, Skåne län

Coffee table / side table model 261 by Børge Mogensen. Produced by DR Møbler in Denmark.

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Oak, Teak

Børge Mogensen Coffee / Side Table Model 261 Produced in Denmark

H 17.33 in W 63 in D 23.63 in

Coffee Table, Side Table, Coated Bronze

By Eckehard Weimann

Located in Dietmannsried, Bavaria

Corner meets circle - this special form as an ideal solution and monolithic design. Coffee table

Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

Coffee Table, Side Table, Coated Bronze

H 21.66 in W 19.69 in D 23.63 in

20th Century Coffee Tables / Side Tables

Located in Saint Leonards-on-sea, England

Late 20th-century coffee table. This coffee table can be one or can be separated into two sections

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

20th Century Coffee Tables / Side Tables

H 15.75 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in

Italian Modern Travertine Square Coffee Table ~ Side Table

Located in Charleston, SC

1980’s Italian modern travertine square side table. This piece could easily work as a coffee table

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Italian Modern Travertine Square Coffee Table ~ Side Table

H 15.75 in W 23 in D 23 in

Coffee Table Side Table Mahogany Elephants Art Deco

Located in Boven Leeuwen, NL

Very decorative Asian table made of mahogany and bone teeth and eyes. Beautiful table in a

Category

Vintage 1940s Asian Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Coffee Table Side Table Mahogany Elephants Art Deco

H 16.54 in W 35.04 in D 19.69 in

Art Deco Side Table in Black Piano Lacquer with Burl Wood Details

Located in Ulm, DE

Side Table / Coffee Table Side table Piano lacquer, black high gloss Burl wood accents Original

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Art Deco Side Table in Black Piano Lacquer with Burl Wood Details

H 22.05 in W 24.81 in D 24.81 in

Antique Spanish Rustic Coffee Table / Side Table

Located in Barcelona, ES

Antique spanish rustic raised-panel window as coffee table, Spain, 1930s. A 19th century solid

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Rustic Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Pine

Antique Spanish Rustic Coffee Table / Side Table

H 15.75 in W 22.84 in D 16.54 in

Spanish Nightstand or Side Table with One Drawer and Low Shelve by Valenti

Located in Miami, FL

coffee table, side table... it´s very nice for any space.

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Spanish Nightstand or Side Table with One Drawer and Low Shelve by Valenti

H 21.46 in W 25.6 in D 15.75 in

Mid-20th Century Mirrored Table

Located in Copenhagen K, DK

. Would be fantastic as a coffee table, side table or bedside table.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Other Side Tables

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Mid-20th Century Mirrored Table

H 18.9 in W 28.75 in D 20.08 in

2-Part Marble Coffee Table Entry Table Side Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

coffee table, side table, accent table, or outdoor table Beautiful earth tones of eggshell, mushroom

Category

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

Materials

Marble

2-Part Marble Coffee Table Entry Table Side Table

H 15.75 in Dm 36 in

Little Rosewood Coffee Table, Scandinavian Modern, 1970s

Located in Chorzów, PL

Classic Danish design rosewood coffee table / side table. Modern line and style. During the

Category

Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Little Rosewood Coffee Table, Scandinavian Modern, 1970s

H 21.66 in W 39.38 in D 19.69 in

Mid Century Coffee Table Designed by Marc Held for Prisunic, France 70s

By Prisunic, Marc Held

Located in Lucija, SI

coffee table, side table or coctail table

Category

Vintage 1970s French Space Age Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Plastic

Mid Century Coffee Table Designed by Marc Held for Prisunic, France 70s

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H 20.48 in W 20.87 in D 18.9 in

Hans Olsen Coffee Table of Rosewood and Leather

By Hans Olsen

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Hans Olsen coffee table / side table of rosewood and leather.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sofa Tables

Materials

Leather, Rosewood

Hans Olsen Coffee Table of Rosewood and Leather

H 20.08 in W 59.06 in D 22.05 in

1950s French Carved Wood Coffee Table with Onyx Top

Located in Barcelona, ES

French Mid-Century Modern onyx & black patinated wood coffee table / side table, 1950s The onyx

Category

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

Materials

Onyx

1950s French Carved Wood Coffee Table with Onyx Top

H 16.54 in W 28.35 in D 21.26 in

Vintage Industrial Coffee or Side Table on Wheels / Industrial Cart

Located in Praha, CZ

Czechoslovakia. Can be used as an original coffee table, side table or whatever your fancy. An original piece

Category

Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal, Iron

Vintage Industrial Coffee or Side Table on Wheels / Industrial Cart

H 24.81 in W 34.26 in D 18.9 in

Bamboo and Raffia Coffee Table with Mirror, Franca Helg Franco Albini Style

By Franca Helg

Located in Vigonza, Padua

Midcentury elegant coffee table, side table, with top mirror and shelf in green glass, Franca Helg

Category

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

Materials

Raffia, Glass, Mirror

Bamboo and Raffia Coffee Table with Mirror, Franca Helg Franco Albini Style

H 22.05 in Dm 25.6 in

Rare Mid-Century Coffee Table by Max Kment, 1950s

By Kunstgewerbliche Werkstätte Max Kment, Max Kment

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Rare Mid-Century beech wood coffee table / side table by Max Kment for manufacturer

Category

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

Materials

Wicker, Glass, Beech

Rare Mid-Century Coffee Table by Max Kment, 1950s

H 29.53 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Modern Industrial Steel Side Table Handcrafted in Ukraine

Located in Vilnius, LT

Mid table M Product name: Mid table M Category: Coffe table, Side Table Material: Steel rods

Category

2010s Ukrainian Minimalist Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Modern Industrial Steel Side Table Handcrafted in Ukraine

H 17.72 in Dm 23.63 in

Mid-Century Mersman Teak and Formica Top Three-Tier Side Table

By Mersman

Located in Germantown, MD

1960s Mersman Furniture three Tier Formica top and Teak table. May be used as coffee table, Side

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Formica, Teak

Mid-Century Mersman Teak and Formica Top Three-Tier Side Table

H 22 in W 27.5 in D 27.5 in

Post Modern Elm Burl Coffee Table Side Table, Pair

Located in New York, NY

Pair of Post-Modern elm burned and ebonized wood coffee tables or side tables, mounted on casters

Category

20th Century American Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Post Modern Elm Burl Coffee Table Side Table, Pair

H 15.5 in W 24 in D 24 in

Gilt Metal Side Table, Coffee Table with Ropes and Shell

Located in Antwerp, BE

French gilt metal coffee table or side table. A stylish table with ropes around the octagonal

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Gilt Metal Side Table, Coffee Table with Ropes and Shell

H 19.89 in W 34.65 in D 23.63 in

Rattan & Wicker Elephant Side Coffee Table Vivai Del Sud Style, Italy, 1960s

By Vivai del Sud

Located in Rome, IT

Amazing Midcentury Elephant-shaped coffee table / side table in hand-braided rattan with wood tusks

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Rattan, Wood, Wicker

Rattan & Wicker Elephant Side Coffee Table Vivai Del Sud Style, Italy, 1960s

H 22.05 in W 29.53 in D 14.57 in

Rattan and Wicker Elephant Side Coffee Table Vivai Del Sud Style, Italy, 1960s

By Vivai del Sud

Located in Rome, IT

Amazing Midcentury Elephant-shaped coffee table / side table in hand-braided rattan with wood tusks

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wicker, Rattan, Wood

Rattan and Wicker Elephant Side Coffee Table Vivai Del Sud Style, Italy, 1960s

H 20.48 in W 23.63 in D 16.15 in

Art Deco Vintage Walnut Circular Coffee Table Side Table 1930s Vienna

Located in Vienna, AT

Art Deco vintage side table of sofa table from solid walnut and walnut veneer 1930s Vienna. A

Category

Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Vintage Walnut Circular Coffee Table Side Table 1930s Vienna

H 22.05 in Dm 24.22 in

French Art Deco Two Level Coffee Table / Side Table in Walnut

Located in Barcelona, ES

Stylish Art Deco two-tier walnut round gueridon / end or side table with glass top, France, 1930s

Category

20th Century French Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Glass, Walnut

French Art Deco Two Level Coffee Table / Side Table in Walnut

H 25.6 in Dm 24.41 in

Pair of Spanish Nightstands with One Drawer and Low Shelve

Located in Miami, FL

carved details in the corners. You can use like a coffee table, side table... it´s very nice for any

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Spanish Nightstands with One Drawer and Low Shelve

H 23.63 in W 22.84 in D 12.6 in

Carved Colonial Art Deco Side Table, circa 1930

Located in VÉZELAY, FR

Small tripod tea or coffee table / side table in carved exotic wood. The sculptures on the

Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Carved Colonial Art Deco Side Table, circa 1930

H 18.9 in Dm 22.45 in

Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal and Glass Coffee Table 1960s

Located in Vienna, AT

Mid-Century Modern vintage chromed metal and glass coffee table / side table with a greenish glass

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Vintage Metal and Glass Coffee Table 1960s

H 19.69 in Dm 24.41 in

Middelboe and Lindum Mosaic Coffee Table for Tranekaer Denmark, 1970's

By Rolf Middelboe & Gorm Lindum

Located in Antwerp, BE

Middelboe and Lindum Mosaic coffee table; Denmark, 1970; Cocktail table; Coffee table; Side table

Category

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

Materials

Mahogany, Oak

Middelboe and Lindum Mosaic Coffee Table for Tranekaer Denmark, 1970's

H 17.72 in W 42.52 in D 42.52 in

Contemporary crafted Coffee Table, side table, table CaraDavide for Medulum

By Cara e Davide

Located in Meolo, Venezia

character. Carabottino coffee table is part of a range of objects that share the use of solid wood elements

Category

2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Contemporary crafted Coffee Table, side table, table CaraDavide for Medulum

H 20.48 in Dm 22.45 in

A MID-CENTURY-MODERN SIDE or COFFEE Ceramic TABLE, VALLAURIS, France 1950

By Juliette Belarti

Located in PARIS, FR

A small rectangular coffee table, side table, bedside table or end table, Modernist, Lyrical

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wrought Iron

A MID-CENTURY-MODERN SIDE or COFFEE Ceramic TABLE, VALLAURIS, France 1950

H 15.95 in W 20.87 in D 8.67 in

Tambor Wood Side Table by CEU Studio, Represented by Tuleste Factory

By CEU Studio

Located in New York, NY

to transform into our urban utilitarian tables (desk/coffee table/side table/ night table) to

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Tambor Wood Side Table by CEU Studio, Represented by Tuleste Factory

H 28 in Dm 35.4 in

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Coffee Table Side Table For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal coffee table side table for your home. Frequently made of wood, metal and glass, every coffee table side table was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a coffee table side table, we have 2709 options in-stock, while there are 804 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a coffee table side table — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A coffee table side table, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Art Deco style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made coffee table side table has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Andrianna Shamaris, Sebastian Scherer and Angelo Mangiarotti are consistently popular.

How Much is a Coffee Table Side Table?

Prices for a coffee table side table start at $1 and top out at $64,500 with the average selling for $2,103.

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 Coffee Table Side Table

What are side tables used for?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Side tables are used next to furniture like beds and couches to provide an accessible place for keeping essential items at hand. In the living room, side tables are often used to display flower arrangements, photos or books as well as to set down a drink. In the bedroom, a side table is typically populated with items like a lamp, bedtime reading material, and a charging device for a phone. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary side tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What are nesting side tables?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A nesting table is a set of tables designed to be stored one inside or under the other, giving them a layered or stacked appearance. A side table is a table that’s placed beside a piece of furniture. A nesting side table would be a series of side tables in graduated heights that can be stacked or nested together. Shop a collection of nesting tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What size should a side table be?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A side table should stand one to three inches below the arm of the sofa or chair it is placed next to.
Who invented the coffee table?
1 Answer
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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Is an ottoman a coffee table?
1 Answer
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.
What size should a coffee table be?
1 Answer
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 there a difference between an end table and a side table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
There are two differences between end tables and side tables: function and size. Typically, end tables go beside a chair or at opposite ends of a sofa and have smaller tabletops, while side tables go toward the sides of seating areas or against walls and feature a larger surface area. However, many people use the words side and end tables interchangeably, so these differences may not always apply. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of end and side tables.
Why is it called a coffee table?
1 Answer
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.
Are end tables taller than coffee tables?
1 Answer
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 coffee table and a cocktail table?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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.
Do end tables need to match coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
End tables and coffee tables do not need to match. Nevertheless it can be nice to have a similar color scheme or have one set of end tables match and perhaps have the coffee table match a TV stand.
What is a tall side table called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
A tall side table may also be called a console table. While these furnishings are not as common in today’s interiors as their coffee-table and side-table counterparts, console tables are stylish home accents and have become more prevalent over the years. The popularity of wood console tables took shape during the 17th and 18th centuries in French and Italian culture, and were exclusively featured in the palatial homes of the upper class. Find console tables today on 1stDibs.
Should a side table be lower than a sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
No, a side table shouldn't always be lower than a sofa. To make it easy to access items on a table, a sofa's arms should generally be no more than 2 to 3 inches above or below the tabletop. This rule of thumb differs from the one for coffee tables, which should be as tall or 1 to 2 inches shorter than the seat height of the sofa to ensure a balanced look. Explore a large selection of side tables on 1stDibs.
How can you tell if a side table is antique?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
To determine whether a side table is an antique, closely examine its details. Older pieces will typically have telltale features like wood pegs, hand-cut dovetails with some slight imperfections and mortise-and-tenon construction. Tables that are a consistent color throughout or have machine-cut moldings or carvings are unlikely to be antiques. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can be a helpful resource when dating tables. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and modern side tables on 1stDibs.
How do you stack books on a coffee table?
1 Answer
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.
What is the best coffee table for a sectional?
1 Answer
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.
How do I authenticate my Noguchi coffee table?
1 Answer
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.
What is a tall coffee table called?
1 Answer
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.
Why are modern coffee tables so low?
1 Answer
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.

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