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What are end tables used for?

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What are end tables used for?

End tables typically hold lamps, coasters and other items to keep them within easy reach from the sofa or chair they are next to.

1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
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Swedish Crotch Mahogany Mid-Century Modern End Table
Located in Atlanta, GA
Large Mid-Century Modern end or side table made of beautiful crotch mahogany. Known in Sweden as "sofa tables", these tend to be taller than average coffee tables, but could be used ...
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Mahogany

Postmodern Curly Maple Round Side Table by Dialogica, New York, 1990s
By Dialogica
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Postmodern curly maple round side table by Dialogica, New York. 1996. Rare piece. Great condition. Iconic curly legs.
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Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Side Tables

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Maple

Italian Brass Glass Nesting End Tables Directoire Maison Jansen Style, Set
Located in New York, NY
A versatile and substantial set/pair of Italian brass and glass nesting tables in the Directoire style, in the style of design h...
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Vintage 1960s Italian Directoire End Tables

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Brass

19th Century English Regency Painted Serving Table
Located in Southampton, NY
19th century English Regency painted serving table.
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Antique 19th Century European Regency End Tables

Pair of Midcentury Made, Dismantable Solid Oak End Tables of Excellent Condition
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare, stylish and highly practical pair of midcentury tables. These beautifully designed and smartly handcrafted end tables or small pedestals could not be in better condition. We t...
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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern End Tables

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Oak

Hepplewhite Mahogany Side Table
Located in Wilson, NC
Hepplewhite mahogany side table, the top having beautiful color and patina, the single drawer with oval brass pull and oak secondary wood, nicely ...
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Antique 1810s English End Tables

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Brass

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