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What is the difference between a nightstand and a night table?
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The difference between a nightstand and a night table is mainly the type of storage you can expect each type of bedroom furniture to provide. Nightstands are usually small pieces that have closed storage, such as drawers and cabinets. Night tables are slightly larger and are more likely to have no additional storage or open shelving below their tops. Some people do use the terms nightstand and night table interchangeably. Shop a range of nightstands and night tables on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
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Newly Refinished - Mid Century Modern Walnut Nightstand by Dixie
By Dixie
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage design...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
Expertly Restored - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Night Stands w/ Metal Accents
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials:
Walnut Wood, Metal Brass Finish Accents
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Metal, Brass
Newly Refinished - Pair of Mid-Century Modern Walnut Night Stands
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished
With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage design...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
Pair of Napoleonic Italian Inlaid Walnut Nightstands or Side Tables
Located in Perkasie, PA
Pair of Napoleonic Italian Walnut Nightstands – L75211
This elegant pair of Napoleonic Italian Walnut Nightstands, dating to approximately 50 years old, showcases the refined character of Italian furniture design with a beautiful emphasis on figured walnut and decorative inlay. Attributed to CARPANELLI, this matching pair offers a sophisticated combination of graceful proportions, warm materials, and understated decorative detail.
Each nightstand features lovely inlay work throughout, adding subtle visual interest to the rich walnut surfaces. The gorgeous warm walnut finish beautifully enhances the natural character of the wood while complementing the refined Napoleonic-inspired styling.
Their compact proportions make this pair particularly versatile for use beside a bed, as accent tables, or as occasional storage pieces throughout the home. The elegant Italian design would complement a variety of traditional, European, or collected interiors.
Attributed to CARPANELLI, these beautifully crafted nightstands offer an exceptional opportunity to bring distinctive Italian craftsmanship and sophisticated Napoleonic styling into your home.
Maker: Attributed to CARPANELLI
Age: Approximately 50 years old
Style: Napoleonic / Italian
Material: Walnut
Finish: Gorgeous warm walnut finish
Features: Intricate inlay work throughout, matching pair
Construction: Quality Italian construction
Condition: Excellent original finish and condition.
Dimensions: 21.5"W x 12"D x 27"H each
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Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Neoclassical Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
Newly Refinished - Pair of Mid-Century Modern “Projection” Night Stands
By John Van Koert, Drexel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished
Expertly Refinished: With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativi...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Walnut
LUNOR Nightstand in Cherry Oak with Marble Top Options - 2 Drawer Bedside Table
Located in St Petersburg, US
The LUNOR 2-Drawer Nightstand combines soft sculptural geometry with refined contemporary detailing. Defined by its rounded cylindrical silhouette and clean architectural proportions...
Category
2010s European Modern Night Stands
Materials
Travertine, Carrara Marble, Rosso Antico Marble


