How high should a sofa table be?

A sofa table , or a console, should be the same height as the sofa in front of it.

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.

What is the table behind a sofa called?

A sofa table is a long and narrow table that’s designed to sit behind a couch. They are also called console tables and hall tables because their thin nature makes them great accent pieces in these places as well. Shop a collection of furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is a sofa set table called?

What a sofa set table is called depends on its size and design. A sofa set most often includes a low table designed to be placed in front of the sofa. These tables are usually called coffee tables. However, a set may also contain smaller, taller tables for positioning on either end of the couch. This type of table is an end table or side table. In addition, a sofa set may provide a sofa table or console table, which is a taller, longer table that is often placed behind a sofa. Shop a selection of sofa sets and accent tables 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.

What size lamp should be on a sofa table?

To determine what size lamp should be on a sofa table, measure the table from the bottom of the legs to the tabletop. Then, choose a lamp that is equal to or up to 1.5 times taller than the table. Shop a range of table lamps from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is the difference between a console and a sofa table?

The main difference between a console and a sofa table is that a console can be placed anywhere in the home (against a wall in a hallway or under a television in the living room) and a sofa table is limited to being behind a sofa.

What table goes with a Noguchi sofa?

The right table to go with a Noguchi sofa is really a matter of preference. Noguchi’s own iconic coffee table is a common pairing for their freeform sofas. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a large collection of vintage and contemporary Isamu Noguchi furniture from some of the world’s top sellers.

How do I size a coffee table to my sofa?

As a general rule, choose a coffee table roughly two-thirds the length of the sofa, with the top 1 to 2 inches lower than the seat cushions.

What's the difference between a vintage and antique sofa?

Antique generally means 100+ years old, while vintage typically covers 20 to 99 years, which includes most mid-century pieces.

How do I identify an antique table?

You can identify an antique table in a number of ways. The first clue that a table is antique is the joinery. If a piece of furniture is dovetailed by hand, it only has a couple of dovetails, which are uneven. Also, antique tables are not defined by perfect symmetry. Lastly, antique tables were typically made of oak, mahogany, and walnut.

What is an antique rent table?

An antique rent table is a piece of furniture that landlords and tenants used to exchange rent. The rent money would be placed in one drawer, the table would rotate for the landlord to receive. It was considered polite and gentlemanly to pay rent this way. Shop a collection of antique rent tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

How big should a coffee table be compared to a sofa?

Compared to a sofa, a coffee table should be about two-thirds of the length of a sofa. For example, if a sofa is 95 inches long, the coffee table should be roughly 62 inches wide to create a balanced look. In terms of height, a sofa should be around 2 inches taller than the coffee table. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of coffee tables.

How can you tell if a kitchen table is antique?

To tell if a kitchen table is antique, look under the table and on the legs for a maker's mark. It may be carved, branded or stamped onto the surface or appear on a paper or metal label. Using the marking, you can consult trusted online resources to learn about the maker and view catalogues of their pieces, searching for tables similar to yours. If your kitchen table was produced at least 100 years ago, it is an antique. Keep in mind that not all antique furnishings have maker's markings. In the event that you're unable to locate a mark, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can evaluate your piece for you. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of tables.

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 can I identify my antique dining table?

To identify your antique dining table, first check to see if there is a maker’s mark on the underside. If there are no identifying marks or stamps, a furniture appraiser can check the style and the hardwood used to identify your piece. Shop a collection of antique furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

How do I care for an antique wood dining table?

Keep it out of direct sun and away from heat, dust with a soft cloth, and wax or polish sparingly.

Can I replace the shade on an antique table lamp?

Yes. Most table lamps accept standard harp and finial sizes, so a replacement shade can update the look without altering the base.

How do I identify an antique drop leaf table?

While you can look for markings and other details to try and determine the maker, the best way to identify an antique drop leaf table is to work with a certified appraiser. Trusted online venues and search engines can be helpful when conducting research on a specific collectible, piece of jewelry, art work or other item about which you may have questions, but qualified professionals, such as an antiques dealer or an appraiser at an auction house, have the knowledge and experience needed to make more accurate identifications. Shop a selection of antique, vintage and modern tables on 1stDibs.

What wattage bulb should I use in an antique table lamp?

Stick to the wattage noted in the listing, typically 40 to 60 watts for standard incandescent-equivalent bulbs, to avoid overheating older wiring.

Antique Sofa Table

Brass Inlaid Regency Furniture

Period Sofas

Sofa Mahogany 19th Century

English Regency Sofa

Regency Rosewood Table

Couch Console

Drop Leaf Table With Drawers

Inlaid Sofa

Antique Reader's Table, English, Pembroke, Drop Leaf, Occasional, Regency, 1820

$5,659Sale Price|20% Off

Antique Reader's Table, English, Pembroke, Drop Leaf, Occasional, Regency, 1820

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique reader’s table. An English, mahogany Pembroke or sofa table with book storage, dating to the Regency period, circa 1820.

Category

1820s British Regency Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Early 1900's French Pine Candlesticks with Fleur De Lys Relief Carvings

$880 / set

Pair of Early 1900's French Pine Candlesticks with Fleur De Lys Relief Carvings

Located in Dallas, TX

These French pine candlesticks are quite eye-popping and would instantly attract attention wherever they are placed, such as a mantel ledge, a sofa table, or on a console.

Category

Early 20th Century French Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Metal, Iron

Vintage Moorish Jewelry Box with Handcrafted Marquetry Inlay, 1940

$850

Vintage Moorish Jewelry Box with Handcrafted Marquetry Inlay, 1940

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

As warm and attractive as it is functional, having the ideal large size and proportions for a variety of different uses, including concealing a remote control on your coffee table or...

Category

Early 20th Century Asian Moorish Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Fruitwood

Oak Trestle-Base Carpenter's and Joiner's Bench

$1,895

Oak Trestle-Base Carpenter's and Joiner's Bench

Located in Baltimore, MD

These have been used as side tables, sofa tables, serving tables in restaurants, and TV consoles.

Category

Early 20th Century Hungarian Industrial Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Oak

Period French Directior Leather Topped Writing Table.

$4,850

Period French Directior Leather Topped Writing Table.

Located in Hudson, NY

While a writing table it is of a scale and presence that it can be used as a sofa table or console in the right location and of course, can also free stand in a room since it is fini...

Category

Late 18th Century French Directoire Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Antique Spanish Revival Entry Hall Table Wrought Iron, Brass & Black Marble

$2,340

Antique Spanish Revival Entry Hall Table Wrought Iron, Brass & Black Marble

Located in North Hollywood, CA

With its timeless craftsmanship and impressive materials, this antique table is equally suited as an entry console, hall table, sofa table, or accent piece in Mediterranean, Spanish ...

Category

1910s Spanish Gothic Revival Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Marble, Brass, Wrought Iron

19th Century Spanish Baroque Walnut Console Table Desk with Single-Plank Top

$2,900

19th Century Spanish Baroque Walnut Console Table Desk with Single-Plank Top

Located in Dallas, TX

Narrow enough for an entryway or hallway, this versatile antique table could also serve as a writing desk, sofa table, library table, dining-room server, or console beneath a mirror ...

Category

Mid-19th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Walnut

Early 20th Century Chinese Rosewood Dragon Altar Table/Entry Console

$1,599

Early 20th Century Chinese Rosewood Dragon Altar Table/Entry Console

Located in Pomona, CA

You can use it as entry console or sofa table as well as buffet table. It shows the traditional Qing Dynasty style of Northern China's cultural.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Rosewood

Art Deco Coffee Table by Josef Frank, Cuban Mahogany, Sweden, 1920s

$5,900

Art Deco Coffee Table by Josef Frank, Cuban Mahogany, Sweden, 1920s

By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A dark-brown, vintage Art Deco Swedish coffee, sofa table made of hand crafted polished cuban mahogany wood, designed by Josef Frank and produced by Svensk Tenn in good condition.

Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Mahogany

Antique English Console Hall Table Jacobean Carved Oak Barley Twist Gong c1880

$5,850

Antique English Console Hall Table Jacobean Carved Oak Barley Twist Gong c1880

Located in Choudrant, LA

Imagine this stunning antique as a hall or entry console, sofa table, or as a statement accent table in any room Quality throughout with hand cut dovetailed drawer; well built by cr...

Category

1880s British Victorian Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Brass

George III Pembroke Table, Satinwood, England, Circa 1770

$2,623Sale Price|20% Off

George III Pembroke Table, Satinwood, England, Circa 1770

Located in Lymington, GB

These antique Pembroke tables were designed to be versatile: as small supper tables; occasional tables; tea tables; or lamp tables - sometimes also referred to as ‘drop leaf’ or ‘sof...

Category

1770s English George III Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Satinwood

Early 19th Century Regency Mahogany Pedestal Pembroke Table, circa 1820

$3,352

Early 19th Century Regency Mahogany Pedestal Pembroke Table, circa 1820

Located in Nottingham, GB

The mahogany displays a particularly attractive warm colour and established patina, highlighting the natural figuring of the timber and the quality of the construction. A versatile ...

Category

Early 19th Century Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Brass

Primitive Americana Hand-Woven Folk Art Rug, Sunburst Design, USA

$1,400Sale Price|20% Off

Primitive Americana Hand-Woven Folk Art Rug, Sunburst Design, USA

Located in Skokie, IL

It can easily be removed for use on the floor or to drape over a sofa, table or bench. Measurements are as follows: Mounted Piece - 45" W x 44" H x 1.5" D Rug Size - 40" Diameter

Category

Early 20th Century American Folk Art Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Fabric, Wool

1920s Anglo Raj Hand-Painted Wood Box, Decorative Trinket Chest

$520

1920s Anglo Raj Hand-Painted Wood Box, Decorative Trinket Chest

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

As warm and attractive as it is functional, having the ideal large size and proportions for a variety of different uses, including concealing a remote control on your coffee table or...

Category

Early 20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Wood

Early 18th Century Spanish Colonial Baroque Period Carved Walnut Large Table

$6,500

Early 18th Century Spanish Colonial Baroque Period Carved Walnut Large Table

Located in Forney, TX

Worldwide Shipping / Delivery available Local Pickup / Delivery available around Dallas Texas Versatile: Ideal size and proportions for a variety of different uses in today's home...

Category

18th Century Central American Baroque Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Walnut

Furniture Masterpieces of Duncan Phyfe by Charles Over Cornelius, 1st Ed 1928

$250

Furniture Masterpieces of Duncan Phyfe by Charles Over Cornelius, 1st Ed 1928

Located in valatie, NY

Contents include: “The End of Knickerbocker New York”, “Duncan Phyfe and the Artistic Influences of His Time”, “The Distinctive Quality of Duncan Phyfe”, “Chairs and Benches”, “Sofas...

Category

1920s American Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Paper

Pair of 18th Century Italian Baroque Giltwood Candleholders

$4,200 / set

Pair of 18th Century Italian Baroque Giltwood Candleholders

Located in Dallas, TX

Place them on a wide structure, such as a sofa table or mantel ledge for a fantastic decorative piece.

Category

18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Wood, Giltwood

Circa 1825-35 Regency-William IV Period English Writing Table Desk

$4,500

Circa 1825-35 Regency-William IV Period English Writing Table Desk

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

This spectacular marquetry & line inlaid sofa table has a wooden, baize lined work basket with well fitted center drawer for thread & other sewing accessories.

Category

Early 19th Century English William IV Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Leather, Baize, Wood, Oak, Yew

Regency Style Mahogany Drop-Leaf Side Table with Gilt Leather Top

$1,939

Regency Style Mahogany Drop-Leaf Side Table with Gilt Leather Top

Located in Nottingham, GB

With its warm mahogany colour, aged leather and versatile proportions, the table would work beautifully as a side table, sofa table, occasional table or library table within both tra...

Category

Early 20th Century Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Antique Church Altar Table

$11,500

Antique Church Altar Table

Located in Forney, TX

Dimensions: (approx) 28" High, 84" Long, 22" Deep As warm and attractive as it is functional, having the ideal size and proportions for a variety of different uses, including a...

Category

19th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Pine, Paint

Pair of 19th Century Venetian Parcel Gilt and Painted Rococo Style Candlesticks

$1,800 / set

Pair of 19th Century Venetian Parcel Gilt and Painted Rococo Style Candlesticks

Located in Dallas, TX

The candlesticks could also be electrified and fitted with a socket for illumination via light bulbs or even used as wonderful decorative accessories for a mantel, sofa table, or con...

Category

19th Century Italian Rococo Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Metal, Iron

Rare Chinese Red Lacquer Altar Console Table with Architectural Geometric Form

$7,771

Rare Chinese Red Lacquer Altar Console Table with Architectural Geometric Form

Located in Antwerp, BE

It works equally well as a freestanding console, sofa table, entrance table or sculptural focal point.

Category

Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Wood

Pair of Tall 18th Century Silvered Brass Candlesticks from France

$3,700 / set

Pair of Tall 18th Century Silvered Brass Candlesticks from France

Located in Dallas, TX

They could be used functionally as candlesticks, although most collectors will find more benefit in using them as decorative accessories on a console or sofa table.

Category

18th Century French Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Metal, Brass

Louis Philippe Period French Walnut Sewing Stand Work Table

$1,495

Louis Philippe Period French Walnut Sewing Stand Work Table

Located in Forney, TX

Fine Estates & Antiques Day 1 2021 catalog Dimensions: (approx) 28.5" High, 21" Wide, 15" Deep Versatile: As warm and attractive as it is useful, having the ideal size and propor...

Category

Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Mirror, Walnut

1930s Art Deco Raymond Patten Signed Industrial Kitchen Work Table

$2,795

1930s Art Deco Raymond Patten Signed Industrial Kitchen Work Table

Located in Forney, TX

Having the ideal size and proportions for a variety of different uses, including as a home office writing desk, library table, buffet server, oversized hall console, sofa table, kitc...

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Chrome, Enamel, Stainless Steel

17th Century Swedish Paint Decorated Pine Single Drawer Table

$6,900

17th Century Swedish Paint Decorated Pine Single Drawer Table

Located in Forney, TX

March 2025 Antiques & Estates Auction catalog, lot #1215 Dimensions: (approx) 27.5" High, 35.5" Wide, 20" Deep Having the ideal size and proportions for a variety of different us...

Category

17th Century Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Wood, Pine, Paint

18th Century French Louis XV Period Fruitwood Farmhouse Harvest Table

$7,500

18th Century French Louis XV Period Fruitwood Farmhouse Harvest Table

Located in Forney, TX

Dimensions: 29.5" High, 68" Wide, 28.5" Deep Floor to apron clearance: 21-22" As warm and attractive as it is useful, this versatile European antique can be used a variety of diffe...

Category

18th Century French Louis XV Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Fruitwood

Pair of French Art Deco Console Tables in the Manner of Ruhlmann

$5,650 / set

Pair of French Art Deco Console Tables in the Manner of Ruhlmann

By Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

They are ideal for use as hallway consoles, entryway statements, or elegant sofa tables, easily integrating into both traditional interiors and contemporary spaces with equal impact.

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Wood

Antique French Ledet et fils Louis XV Ladies Sewing Work Table Dressing Vanity

$1,800

Antique French Ledet et fils Louis XV Ladies Sewing Work Table Dressing Vanity

Located in Forney, TX

Born in Bordeaux Region of Southwestern France in the mid-19th century, exceptionally executed in sophisticated King Louis Fifteenth (1715-1774) taste, hand-crafted of warm mellow so...

Category

Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

Pair of 18th Century Silvered Red Copper Candlesticks from France

$2,800 / set

Pair of 18th Century Silvered Red Copper Candlesticks from France

Located in Dallas, TX

They could be used functionally as candlesticks, although most collectors will find more benefit in using them as decorative accessories on a console or sofa table. More recently, th...

Category

Early 18th Century French Louis XIV Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Metal, Copper

Japanese Antique Brutalist Low Table 1900s-1940s / Side Table Wabi Sabi

$3,655

Japanese Antique Brutalist Low Table 1900s-1940s / Side Table Wabi Sabi

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

Suitable for use as a sofa table, coffee table, or sculptural centerpiece.

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Wood

Antique English Trunk Coffer Blanket Chest Carved Oak Foyer Table Wedding c1820

$1,550

Antique English Trunk Coffer Blanket Chest Carved Oak Foyer Table Wedding c1820

Located in Choudrant, LA

It has traditional “mule chest” construction, 4 ft length, and includes two lower drawers, which gives it additional height (34.5”), making it suitable for a foyer piece as well as s...

Category

1820s British Jacobean Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Oak

18th Century George III Period Figured Cherry Antique Drop Leaf Table

$4,225

18th Century George III Period Figured Cherry Antique Drop Leaf Table

Located in Forney, TX

Dimensions: (approx) 29.5" High, 39" Long, 18.75" Wide; Open/extended: 57" Wide Versatile: A true testament to the era's emphasis on social gatherings, formal dining, sophisticated...

Category

18th Century European Georgian Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Cherry

Rustic 18th Century Italian Louis XVI Period Chest Of Drawers Commode

$4,500

Rustic 18th Century Italian Louis XVI Period Chest Of Drawers Commode

Located in Forney, TX

Dimensions: (approx) 32" Tall, 47.75" Wide, 22.75" Deep Having the ideal size and proportions for a variety of different uses, including as a bedroom dresser, farmhouse sideboard s...

Category

18th Century Italian Louis XVI Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Brass

Antique English Garden Needlepoint Runner with Baroque Floral Chintz Style

$7,999Sale Price|20% Off

Antique English Garden Needlepoint Runner with Baroque Floral Chintz Style

By Mario Buatta

Located in Dallas, TX

Perfect for a hallway, long entry, grand foyer, designer entryway, galley kitchen, corridor, long stair landing, grand parlor, home office, private library, conservatory, wine cellar...

Category

Late 19th Century English Baroque Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Wool

A pair or one large/ long French Art Deco "U" shaped walnut console w/brass trim

$5,175 / item

A pair or one large/ long French Art Deco "U" shaped walnut console w/brass trim

Located in New York City, NY

They can be used as end tables, sofa tables, side tables, server, tables, Industrial and work, serving table, demi-lune tables, rectangular tables in a Mid-Century Modern, French, It...

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Brass

17th Century Hand Carved Antique Side Farm Table Desk Center Drawer Los Angeles

$9,280Sale Price|20% Off

17th Century Hand Carved Antique Side Farm Table Desk Center Drawer Los Angeles

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Or as a small bureau desk. End table, farm table, console, game table, serving table, or a sofa table.

Category

17th Century English William and Mary Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Metal

Late 18th Century English Drop-Leaf Gate Leg Dinning Table

$2,850

Late 18th Century English Drop-Leaf Gate Leg Dinning Table

Located in Hudson, NY

Given its size and design, this table can be used as a sofa table, large end table or a console but since it is on casters can be moved and opened up to seat 4 or 6 people.

Category

Late 18th Century English Chippendale Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Mahogany

18th Century English Georgian Period Solid Oak Dresser

$4,980

18th Century English Georgian Period Solid Oak Dresser

Located in Dallas, TX

It can serve traditionally in a dining room for displaying serving pieces and storing linens, or become an elegant console or sofa table in a living room, entryway or family room.

Category

Mid-18th Century English Georgian Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Brass

Antique Azerbaijan Runner with Mid-Century Modern Tribal Style

$5,599Sale Price|20% Off

Antique Azerbaijan Runner with Mid-Century Modern Tribal Style

Located in Dallas, TX

Perfect for a hallway, long entry, grand foyer, designer entryway, galley kitchen, corridor, long stair landing, grand parlor, home office, private library, conservatory, wine cellar...

Category

Early 20th Century Russian Tribal Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Wool

Regency Amboyna and Brass Inlaid Gilt Bronze Mounted Pier Table

$13,391

Regency Amboyna and Brass Inlaid Gilt Bronze Mounted Pier Table

Located in Benington, Herts

As such pieces in amboyna are far rarer, an example of pier table has yet to be found, but an amboyna sofa table with extremely similar brass inlay and form can be seen in Clifford M...

Category

19th Century British Regency Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Side or Entry Table Biedermeier Fruitwood Blonde & Black Wood Night Stand LA CA

$8,800Sale Price|20% Off

Side or Entry Table Biedermeier Fruitwood Blonde & Black Wood Night Stand LA CA

Located in West Hollywood, CA

It can be used as a night table Or as a small bureau writing desk . End table , console , serving table , or a sofa table.

Category

Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Metal

Rustic 18th/19th C. Mediterranean Provincial Louis XIII Carved Walnut Table

$5,500

Rustic 18th/19th C. Mediterranean Provincial Louis XIII Carved Walnut Table

Located in Forney, TX

It can be used many different ways, including as a center table, oversized hall console or sofa table, sideboard server or credenza stand, standing desk, countertop height kitchen w...

Category

Early 19th Century French Louis XIII Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Walnut

Antique Regency Revival Giltwood Armchair 20th Century

$819

Antique Regency Revival Giltwood Armchair 20th Century

Located in London, GB

This period saw the introduction of brass to wood from the previous marquetry that had been originally used. The sofa table was also introduced. The main features of the Regency per...

Category

Early 20th Century English Regency Revival Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Upholstery, Giltwood

Antique Chinese Art Deco Pictorial Rug with Buddha Statues

$1,791Sale Price|20% Off

Antique Chinese Art Deco Pictorial Rug with Buddha Statues

Located in Dallas, TX

It would also make a lovely accent next to a buffet in a dining room or behind the sofa table in the living room. Iconic in its styling, this antique Chinese rug would be well-suited...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Wool

Antique Chinese Art Deco Pictorial Rug with Samurai and Wild Horse

$2,399Sale Price|20% Off

Antique Chinese Art Deco Pictorial Rug with Samurai and Wild Horse

Located in Dallas, TX

It would also make a lovely accent next to a buffet in a dining room or behind the sofa table in the living room. Iconic in its styling, this antique Chinese rug would be well-suited...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Wool

Maison Forest Signed French Louis XVI Style Writing Table - Late 19th Century

$15,000

Maison Forest Signed French Louis XVI Style Writing Table - Late 19th Century

By Maison Forest

Located in Forney, TX

Dimensions: (approx) 30" High, 42" Wide, 23.5" Deep; Clearance: 24.75" As warm and attractive as it is functional, having the ideal size and proportions for a variety of different ...

Category

Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

FULLY RESTORED HOWARD & SON's FLAMED HARDWOOD MARBLE INSET CONSOLE TABLE DESK

$5,411Sale Price|20% Off

FULLY RESTORED HOWARD & SON's FLAMED HARDWOOD MARBLE INSET CONSOLE TABLE DESK

By Howard & Sons Ltd, Howard Chairs Ltd., Howard and Sons

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this exquisite, Fully Restored, Howard & Son's Berners Street, Flamed Mahogany with inset Marble Panel d...

Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

17th C. Provencal Hand Carved Antique Side Table Walnut Desk Drawers Farm LA CA

$10,720Sale Price|20% Off

17th C. Provencal Hand Carved Antique Side Table Walnut Desk Drawers Farm LA CA

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Or as a small bureau desk . End table, farm table, console , game table, serving table, or a sofa table.

Category

17th Century European Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Metal

Antique French Hand Carved Wood Writing Desk / Center / Side Table Rustic Farm

$12,000Sale Price|20% Off

Antique French Hand Carved Wood Writing Desk / Center / Side Table Rustic Farm

Located in West Hollywood, CA

End table , farm table , console , game table , serving table , or a sofa table.

Category

18th Century French Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Wood, Walnut

19th Century English Regency Mahogany Etagere Server ~ Console

$4,480

19th Century English Regency Mahogany Etagere Server ~ Console

Located in Dallas, TX

Today the server is wonderfully versatile wherever a narrow, elegant piece with an abundance of surface is needed. It makes a handsome sofa table, a graceful addition to a library, a...

Category

1820s English Regency Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Brass

Carved Hardwood Altar Console Table with Dragon Motif Drawers, Republic Period

$3,850

Carved Hardwood Altar Console Table with Dragon Motif Drawers, Republic Period

Located in Lomita, CA

Measuring 61 inches wide, only 24 inches deep, and standing 41 inches high, the table possesses unusually refined proportions, making it exceptionally versatile as an entry console, ...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Hardwood

Fine Antique French Napoleon III Period Boulle Marquetry Ebonized Vanity Table

$4,495

Fine Antique French Napoleon III Period Boulle Marquetry Ebonized Vanity Table

By André-Charles Boulle

Located in Forney, TX

Keywords: French furniture Napoleonic toilette poudreuse André-Charles Boulle tortoiseshell cut brass overlay black lacquered blackened fruitwood sofa table console side table mirror...

Category

Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Sofa Table

Materials

Metal, Brass, Bronze

Antique French Louis XVI Bronze Mounted Writing Table

$14,995

Antique French Louis XVI Bronze Mounted Writing Table

By Jean-Henri Riesener, Claude Michel Clodion, François Linke

Located in Forney, TX

Dimensions: (approx) 30" High, 32" Wide 21.5" Deep As warm and attractive as it is useful, having the ideal size and proportions for a variety of different uses, including as a sid...

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Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Sofa Table

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Marble, Brass, Bronze

Antique Hand-Carved Kashmir Jewelry Box, Velvet Lined, 1920s

$650

Antique Hand-Carved Kashmir Jewelry Box, Velvet Lined, 1920s

By Rajhastani

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

As warm and attractive as it is functional, having the ideal large size and proportions for a variety of different uses, including concealing a remote control on your coffee table or...

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Early 20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Antique Sofa Table

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Wood

Antique Blue and White Lidded Vases from Savona, Italy, Circa 1800

$5,800 / set

Antique Blue and White Lidded Vases from Savona, Italy, Circa 1800

Located in Dallas, TX

Our blue and white lidded Savona vases would make wonderful decorative accessories for a mantel, sofa table, or console.

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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Sofa Table

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Ceramic, Paint

Antique Caucasian Russian Karabakh Rug Runner

$5,278Sale Price|20% Off

Antique Caucasian Russian Karabakh Rug Runner

Located in Dallas, TX

Perfect for a hallway, long entry, grand foyer, designer entryway, galley kitchen, corridor, long stair landing, grand parlor, home office, private library, conservatory, wine cellar...

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Early 20th Century Russian Bohemian Antique Sofa Table

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Wool

Antique Karabagh Azerbaijan Gallery Rug with Memling Guls

$6,559Sale Price|20% Off

Antique Karabagh Azerbaijan Gallery Rug with Memling Guls

Located in Dallas, TX

Perfect for a wide hallway, long entry, grand foyer, designer entryway, galley kitchen, corridor, long stair landing, grand parlor, home office, private library, conservatory, wine c...

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Late 19th Century Azerbaijani Tribal Antique Sofa Table

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Wool

Antique Turkish Oushak Rug with Modern Spanish Jacobean Style

$2,000Sale Price|20% Off

Antique Turkish Oushak Rug with Modern Spanish Jacobean Style

Located in Dallas, TX

Perfect for a short hallway, entry, grand foyer, designer entryway, galley kitchen, corridor, stair landing, grand parlor, home office, private library, conservatory, wine cellar, ex...

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Early 20th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Sofa Table

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Wool

Antique Regency Mahogany Pedestal Pembroke Sofa Dining Table

$1,238Sale Price|30% Off

Antique Regency Mahogany Pedestal Pembroke Sofa Dining Table

Located in Wisbech, England

Antique fine quality Regency C1825 mahogany pedestal Pembroke sofa dining table 19th Century. Far better than most.

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1820s Regency Antique Sofa Table

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Wood

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Antique Sofa Table For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic antique sofa table available at 1stDibs. An antique sofa table — often made from wood, mahogany and metal — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without an antique sofa table — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right antique sofa table, those designed in Regency, Georgian and Victorian styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made antique sofa table over the years, but those crafted by Emile Gallé, Gillows of Lancaster & London and A.J. Iversen are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Antique Sofa Table?

Prices for an antique sofa table can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $199 and can go as high as $161,500, while the average can fetch as much as $4,027.

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.

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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 Antique Sofa Table

How high should a sofa table be?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
A sofa table, or a console, should be the same height as the sofa in front of it.
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.
What is the table behind a sofa called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A sofa table is a long and narrow table that’s designed to sit behind a couch. They are also called console tables and hall tables because their thin nature makes them great accent pieces in these places as well. Shop a collection of furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is a sofa set table called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
What a sofa set table is called depends on its size and design. A sofa set most often includes a low table designed to be placed in front of the sofa. These tables are usually called coffee tables. However, a set may also contain smaller, taller tables for positioning on either end of the couch. This type of table is an end table or side table. In addition, a sofa set may provide a sofa table or console table, which is a taller, longer table that is often placed behind a sofa. Shop a selection of sofa sets and accent tables 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.
What size lamp should be on a sofa table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
To determine what size lamp should be on a sofa table, measure the table from the bottom of the legs to the tabletop. Then, choose a lamp that is equal to or up to 1.5 times taller than the table. Shop a range of table lamps from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between a console and a sofa table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
The main difference between a console and a sofa table is that a console can be placed anywhere in the home (against a wall in a hallway or under a television in the living room) and a sofa table is limited to being behind a sofa.
What table goes with a Noguchi sofa?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The right table to go with a Noguchi sofa is really a matter of preference. Noguchi’s own iconic coffee table is a common pairing for their freeform sofas. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a large collection of vintage and contemporary Isamu Noguchi furniture from some of the world’s top sellers.
How do I size a coffee table to my sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
As a general rule, choose a coffee table roughly two-thirds the length of the sofa, with the top 1 to 2 inches lower than the seat cushions.
What's the difference between a vintage and antique sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Antique generally means 100+ years old, while vintage typically covers 20 to 99 years, which includes most mid-century pieces.
How do I identify an antique table?
2 Answers
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
You can identify an antique table in a number of ways. The first clue that a table is antique is the joinery. If a piece of furniture is dovetailed by hand, it only has a couple of dovetails, which are uneven. Also, antique tables are not defined by perfect symmetry. Lastly, antique tables were typically made of oak, mahogany, and walnut.
Bonnin Ashley Antiques IncFebruary 23, 2021
In addition to the joinery you can check the bottoms of the drawers and the backs of the cabinets. If they were made prior to 1850 then the wood will most likely be dimensioned by hand. It will be uneven to the touch. The secondary wood that receives the veneer will have been scraped smooth but drawer bottoms, backs and bottoms are often left less finished.
What is an antique rent table?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
An antique rent table is a piece of furniture that landlords and tenants used to exchange rent. The rent money would be placed in one drawer, the table would rotate for the landlord to receive. It was considered polite and gentlemanly to pay rent this way. Shop a collection of antique rent tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A rent table is a small circular or polygonal table with drawers. Rent tables frequently had drawers labeled for the days of the week, and English landlords in the 18th century often used them to collect rent. On 1stDibs, shop antique rent tables from some of the world’s top sellers.
How big should a coffee table be compared to a sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
Compared to a sofa, a coffee table should be about two-thirds of the length of a sofa. For example, if a sofa is 95 inches long, the coffee table should be roughly 62 inches wide to create a balanced look. In terms of height, a sofa should be around 2 inches taller than the coffee table. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of coffee tables.
How can you tell if a kitchen table is antique?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
To tell if a kitchen table is antique, look under the table and on the legs for a maker's mark. It may be carved, branded or stamped onto the surface or appear on a paper or metal label. Using the marking, you can consult trusted online resources to learn about the maker and view catalogues of their pieces, searching for tables similar to yours. If your kitchen table was produced at least 100 years ago, it is an antique. Keep in mind that not all antique furnishings have maker's markings. In the event that you're unable to locate a mark, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can evaluate your piece for you. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of tables.
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 can I identify my antique dining table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To identify your antique dining table, first check to see if there is a maker’s mark on the underside. If there are no identifying marks or stamps, a furniture appraiser can check the style and the hardwood used to identify your piece. Shop a collection of antique furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
How do I care for an antique wood dining table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Keep it out of direct sun and away from heat, dust with a soft cloth, and wax or polish sparingly.
Can I replace the shade on an antique table lamp?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Yes. Most table lamps accept standard harp and finial sizes, so a replacement shade can update the look without altering the base.
How do I identify an antique drop leaf table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
While you can look for markings and other details to try and determine the maker, the best way to identify an antique drop leaf table is to work with a certified appraiser. Trusted online venues and search engines can be helpful when conducting research on a specific collectible, piece of jewelry, art work or other item about which you may have questions, but qualified professionals, such as an antiques dealer or an appraiser at an auction house, have the knowledge and experience needed to make more accurate identifications. Shop a selection of antique, vintage and modern tables on 1stDibs.
What wattage bulb should I use in an antique table lamp?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Stick to the wattage noted in the listing, typically 40 to 60 watts for standard incandescent-equivalent bulbs, to avoid overheating older wiring.

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