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What are side tables called?

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What are side tables called?
Side tables are often simply called side tables. If positioned on either end of a sofa or loveseat, you might refer to them as end tables. General terms for side tables and other tables commonly used in seating areas include occasional tables and accent tables. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of side tables.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
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Dutch Art Deco accent table nr. 288 by P.E.L. Izeren for Genneper Molen, 1920s
Located in EVERDINGEN, NL
A rare Art Deco accent table by P.E.L. Izeren for De Genneper Molen, dating to around 1920 and bearing the original Genneper Molen paper label (stating model nr. 288) A wonderfully d...
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Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Side Tables

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Macassar, Oak

Early 20th Century French Pine Bistro Table with Turned Legs
Located in Mckinney, TX
Crafted from solid pine, this rectangular French bistro table features a simple plank top set over turned legs with sculpted splayed feet. The form is restrained, with just enough sh...
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Early 20th Century French Side Tables

Materials

Pine

Mid-Century Side Table in Smoked Ruby Cobra with Brass Castors by Karl Springer
Located in New York, NY
A glamorous Mid-Century Modernist side table, designed by the celebrated Karl Springer, featuring luxurious smoked ruby cobra leather upholstery and elegant brass casters, American, ...
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Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Japanese Antique Brutalist Low Table 1900s-1940s / Display stand / Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This piece is a low table crafted in Japan during the early Showa period, circa 1900s–1940s. It is made from a massive zelkova tree, a hardwood renowned for its strength and express...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Side Tables

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Wood

Gio Ponti Pair of Side Tables or Nightstands in Walnut Burl, Italy, 1930s
Located in Roma, IT
Elegant pair of Art Deco side tables or nightstands entirely made in walnut. These incredibly elegant and unique tables were produced in Italy during the 1930s–1940s and are attribut...
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Night Stands

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Piero Fornasetti 1970s Side Table, Black Lacquered Wood, Sun King
Located in Milano, IT
1970s Table by Piero Fornasetti Depicting "Sun King" 'Louis XIV', Made in Italy This striking side table by the iconic Italian designer Piero Fornasetti dates to the 1970s and featur...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tables

Materials

Metal

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