Adjustable Tray Tables

Find a variety of adjustable tray tables available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct adjustable tray tables — often made from metal, wood and chrome — can elevate any home. Find 19 antique and vintage adjustable tray tables at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 2 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Adjustable tray tables have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of adjustable tray tables to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Industrial and Modern adjustable tray tables are of considerable interest. Not every interior allows for large adjustable tray tables, so small adjustable tray tables measuring 12.5 inches across are available at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made adjustable tray tables over the years, but those made by George Nelson, L'ADAP-TABLE and Herman Miller are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,667, while they’re typically $495 on the low end and $8,500 highest priced.

While the range of styles and variety of materials have broadened over time, the priceless functionality of side tables has held true.

Antique and vintage side tables are an integral accent to our seating and provide additional, necessary storage in our homes. They can be a great foundation for that perfect focal piece of art that you want all your guests to see as you congregate for cocktails in the living room. Side tables are indeed ideal as a stage for your decorative objects or plants in your library or your study, and they are a practical space for the novel or stack of design magazines you keep close to your sofa.

Sure, owning a pair of side tables isn’t as imperative as having a coffee table in the common area, though most of us would struggle without them. Those made of metal, stone or wood are frequently featured in stylish interiors, and if you’re shopping for side tables, there are a couple of things to keep in mind.

With respect to the height of your side tables, a table that is as high as your lounge chair or the arm of your couch is best.

Some folks are understandably fussy about coherence in a living room area, but coherence doesn’t necessarily mean you can’t mix and match. Feel free to introduce minimalist mid-century modern wooden side tables designed by Paul McCobb alongside your contemporary metal coffee table. If you think it isn’t possible to pair a Hollywood Regency–style side table with a contemporary sofa, we’re here to tell you that it is. Even a leggy side table can balance a chunky sofa well. Try to keep a limited color palette in mind if you’re planning on mixing furniture styles and materials, and don’t be afraid to add a piece of abstract art to shake things up.

As far as the objects you’re planning to place on your side tables, if you have heavy items such as stone or sculptures to display, a fragile glass-top table would not be an ideal choice. Think about what material would best support your collectibles and go with that. If it’s a particularly small side table, along with a tall, sleek floor lamp, it can make for a great way to fill a corner of the room you wouldn’t otherwise easily be able to populate.

Whether you are looking for an antique 19th-century carved oak side table or a vintage rattan side table (because rattan never went away!), the collection on 1stDibs has you covered —  find Art Deco side tables, bamboo side tables, travertine side tables and more today.