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Art Deco Chrome with Mirror Top Martini / Side Table
Located in San Diego, CA
A very rare art deco chrome with mirror top martini / side table, circa 1940's.
Chrome
Martini Side Table in Wrought Iron, Art Deco style, in stock
Located in Miami, FL
Martini Side Table in Wrought Iron, Art Deco style, in stock Hammered and forged iron Hand Made in France Warm black patina that gives it a timeless aesthetic.
Wrought Iron
Pair of Martini Side Table in Wrought Iron, Art Deco style, in stock
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Martini Side Table in Wrought Iron, Art Deco style, in stock Hammered and forged iron Hand Made in France Warm black patina that gives it a timeless aesthetic.
Wrought Iron
Elegant Articulating Fratelli Martini Art Deco Streamline Desk Lamp, 1930s
Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen
Elegant articulating Art Deco / Streamline desk lamp made in Europe in the 1930s. Beautiful ivory body with brass detailing, well-constructed, heavy and of extremely high quality. ...
Metal, Brass
Unavailable
H 26.78 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in
Art Deco Inspired Octogan Martini Table in Steel Powder Coated
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
Gibson in the late 1800s. The Gibson table’s geometric shape has Art Deco influences.
Steel
Unavailable
H 26.78 in Dm 11.82 in
Art Deco Inspired Kangaroo Martini Table Round Powder-Coated & Marble
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
The Kangaroo Table with its marble surfaces captures the classic essence of the well-known "vodka martini", legendary thanks to its portrayal in the James Bond films. Serene and soph...
Steel
Unavailable
H 26.78 in W 13.78 in D 7.09 in
Art Deco Inspired Martinez Martini Table in Steel Powder Coated
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
The rectangular table is inspired by the Martinez cocktail, which many believe is the genesis of the martini itself. A popular theory suggests the Martini evolved from the Martinez c...
Steel
Art Deco Bronx Martini Table with Nero Marble Light Bronze
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
The Bronx table was inspired by the cocktail of the same name, originated in 1905 by a New Yorker restaurateur Joseph Sormani. Like the Manhattan, the Bronx was one of five cocktails...
Marble, Steel
Unavailable
H 26.78 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in
Art Deco Bronx Martini Table with Nero Marble Blackened Steel
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
The Bronx table was inspired by the cocktail of the same name, originated in 1905 by a New Yorker restaurateur Joseph Sormani. Like the Manhattan, the Bronx was one of five cocktails...
Marble, Steel
Unavailable
H 26.78 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in
Art Deco Inspired, Martini Table Squared in Steel Powder Coated
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
The Bronx table was inspired by the cocktail of the same name, originated in 1905 by a New Yorker restaurateur Joseph Sormani. Like the Manhattan, the Bronx was one of five cocktails...
Steel
Unavailable
H 26.78 in Dm 11.82 in
Art Deco Inspired Kangaroo Martini Table Round Powder-Coated & Cowhide Insert
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
The Kangaroo Table bears the same debonair allure as the legendary "vodka martini", made famous by the James Bond films. Its sleek and timeless design exudes sophistication and class...
Steel
Unavailable
H 26.78 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in
Custom Made Martini Table Églomisé Surface & Blackened Steel Art deco inspired
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
Searching for a spirited and audacious accent to your home decor? The answer lies in the Bronx Martini table! Drawing inspiration from the legendary Bronx cocktail, this striking pie...
Marble, Steel
Unavailable
H 26.78 in W 10.63 in D 7.88 in
Custom Made Vesper Martini Table Bean Shape Powder Coated Art Deco Inspired
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
Bean in shape, the Vesper table was inspired by Ian Fleming’s James Bond novel, Casino Royale. In the chapter, “Pink Lights and Champagne” he named the cocktail after the beautiful s...
Stainless Steel
Unavailable
H 26.78 in W 10.63 in D 7.88 in
Art Deco Inspired Vesper Martini Table Bean Shape in Black Powder Coated
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
Bean in shape, the Vesper table was inspired by Ian Fleming’s James Bond novel, Casino Royale. In the chapter, “Pink Lights and Champagne” he named the cocktail after the beautiful s...
Stainless Steel
Unavailable
H 26.78 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in
Art Deco Bronx Martini Table with Nero & Polished Real Brass Antique Finish
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
Its sleek dimensions of 25(w) x 25(d) x 68(h) cm the Bronx Table made of real brass with an antique finish make it the perfect addition to any space that needs a touch of urban sophi...
Marble, Steel
Unavailable
H 26.78 in Dm 11.82 in
Art Deco Manhattan Martini Table Oval, Antique Brass Tinted and Marblo Surface
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
First mixed in New York’s Manhattan club in the early 1870s, the whiskey based Manhattan combines dry vermouth with a Maraschino liqueur and a dash of Amer Picon. The enticing combin...
Steel
Unavailable
H 26.78 in Dm 11.82 in
Art Deco Manhattan Martini Table Oval, Antique Brass Tinted and Marblo Surface
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
First mixed in New York’s Manhattan club in the early 1870s, the whiskey based Manhattan combines dry vermouth with a Maraschino liqueur and a dash of Amer Picon. The enticing combin...
Steel
Unavailable
H 26.78 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in
Art Deco Inspired Octogan Martini Table in Blackened Steel with Marblo Surface
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
Gibson in the late 1800s. The Gibson table’s geometric shape has Art Deco influences.
Steel
Unavailable
H 26.78 in W 10.63 in D 7.88 in
Art Deco Inspired Vesper Martini Table Bean Shape in Antique Brass Plated
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
Bean in shape, the Vesper table was inspired by Ian Fleming’s James Bond novel, Casino Royale. In the chapter, “Pink Lights and Champagne” he named the cocktail after the beautiful s...
Stainless Steel
Unavailable
H 26.78 in W 10.63 in D 7.88 in
Art Deco Inspired Vesper Martini Table Bean Shape in Brushed Brass Plated
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
Bean in shape, the Vesper table was inspired by Ian Fleming’s James Bond novel, Casino Royale. In the chapter, “Pink Lights and Champagne” he named the cocktail after the beautiful s...
Stainless Steel
Unavailable
H 26.78 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in
Custom Made Bronx Martini Table Blackened Steel Glacier Inspired Glass Surface
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
As Louis Vuitton reinvents its iconic pattern each year, Casa Botelho does the same with the Martini Collection. While João always stays true to the original form - inspired by the g...
Marble, Steel
Unavailable
H 26.78 in Dm 11.82 in
Custom Made Kangaroo Martini Table Antique Brass Tint Cut Glass Surface
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
The Kangaroo table is inspired by the most iconic of the martinis. Also known as the Classic “vodka martini” the Kangaroo was made famous by the James Bond movies and his request for...
Steel, Stainless Steel
Unavailable
H 26.78 in W 10.63 in D 7.88 in
Custom Made Vesper Martini Table Bean Shape in Metal and Marble
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
Bean in shape, the Vesper table was inspired by Ian Fleming’s James Bond novel, Casino Royale. In the chapter, “Pink Lights and Champagne” he named the cocktail after the beautiful s...
Stainless Steel
Unavailable
H 26.78 in W 13.78 in D 7.09 in
Custom Made Martinez Martini Table Blackened Steel and Marble
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
As Louis Vuitton reinvents its iconic pattern each year, Casa Botelho does the same with the Martini Collection. While João always stays true to the original form - inspired by the g...
Marble, Brass, Steel
Unavailable
H 26.78 in W 10.63 in D 7.88 in
Custom Made Vesper Martini Table Bean Shape Powder Coated and Glass Cast
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
Bean in shape, the Vesper table was inspired by Ian Fleming’s James Bond novel, Casino Royale. In the chapter, “Pink Lights and Champagne” he named the cocktail after the beautiful s...
Stainless Steel
Unavailable
H 26.78 in Dm 11.82 in
Custom Made Manhattan Martini Table Antique Brass Glacier Glass Cast Surface
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
As Louis Vuitton reinvents its iconic pattern each year, Casa Botelho does the same with the Martini Collection. While João always stays true to the original form - inspired by the g...
Steel
Unavailable
H 26.78 in W 13.78 in D 7.09 in
Custom Made Martinez Martini Table Blackened Steel and Glacier Glass Cast
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
As Louis Vuitton reinvents its iconic pattern each year, Casa Botelho does the same with the Martini Collection. While João always stays true to the original form - inspired by the g...
Marble, Steel, Brass
Unavailable
H 23.63 in W 13.78 in D 7.09 in
Two Shelved Custom Made Martinez Martini Table Powder Coated Marble Surface
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
The Martinez table with two shelves boasts an architectural aesthetic and can stand confidently as a sculpture on its own. Its simple and sleek design exudes luxury and subtle glamou...
Marble, Brass, Steel
20th Century Martini Table
Located in Houston, TX
Small metal table with gilt finish.
Small Spanish Gilt Iron Martini Side Table
Located in Buchanan, NY
A small drinks table on a tripod base that will work perfectly as an end table that can be moved around as needed. The table has the original hand applied gold finish with darker und...
Iron
Sold
H 18.5 in W 16 in D 16 in
French Green & Gilt Wrought Iron Mirrored Martini Side Tables, 1940s, Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This is a great looking Pair French painted and Gilt Wrought Iron with antiqued mirrored tops, Martini tables or side tables, 1940s They are in the style of Rene Prou. Good overall ...
Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf
Deco Style Martini / Drinks Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Art Deco style Black Marble and chrome trimmed Martini / Drinks table.
Granite, Chrome
Chrome & Mirrored Top Deco Style Martini Table
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chrome & mirror round drinks table in the Art Deco style.
Chrome
Pair of Martini Side Table in Wrought Iron, Art Deco style, in stock
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Martini Side Table in Wrought Iron, Art Deco style, in stock Hammered and forged iron Hand Made in France Warm black patina that gives it a timeless aesthetic.
Wrought Iron
Spanish Gilt Iron Martini Side Table
Located in Buchanan, NY
A small drinks table on a tripod base that will work perfectly as an end table that can be moved around as needed. The table has the original hand applied gold finish with darker und...
Iron
Art Deco Inspired Kangaroo Martini Table Round Shape in Brass Tint
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
The Kangaroo table is inspired by the most iconic of the martinis. Also known as the classic “vodka martini” the Kangaroo was made famous by the James Bond movies and his request for...
Steel
Sold
H 26.78 in W 10.63 in D 7.88 in
Art Deco Inspired Vesper Martini Table Bean Shape Brass Tint Finish
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
Bean in shape, the Vesper table was inspired by Ian Fleming’s James Bond novel, Casino Royale. In the chapter, “Pink Lights and Champagne” he named the cocktail after the beautiful s...
Steel
Sold
H 26.78 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in
Art Deco Inspired Octogan Martini Table in Quartz finish & Jesmonite Tile
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
Gibson in the late 1800s. The Gibson table’s geometric shape has Art Deco influences.
Steel
Sold
H 26.78 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in
Art Deco Inspired Octogan Martini Table in Blackened Steel with Marblo Surface
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
Gibson in the late 1800s. The Gibson table’s geometric shape has Art Deco influences.
Steel
Sold
H 26.78 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in
Gibson Martini Table in Brass Tinted Finish and Cracked Gesso Surface
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
Gibson in the late 1800s. The Gibson table’s geometric shape has Art Deco influences.
Steel
Sold
H 26.78 in Dm 11.82 in
Manhattan Martini Table in Polished Brass Tinted Finish and Marblo Surface
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
First mixed in New York’s Manhattan club in the early 1870s, the whiskey based Manhattan combines dry vermouth with a Maraschino liqueur and a dash of Amer Picon. The enticing combin...
Steel
Pair of French Wrought Iron Martini Tables
Located in London, GB
Wrought iron martini tables, hand made in England inspired by an original 1940s French design. Finished with a natural bronze patina as standard. Can also be supplied in black or gi...
Iron
$3,800 / set
H 23.5 in Dm 16 in
Pair Martini Side Table Tripod Wrought Iron with Etched Brass Top, in stock
Located in Miami, FL
Pair Martini Side Table Tripod Wrought Iron with Etched Brass Top, in stock Brass round top with etched Greek key accent, Hammered and forged iron Warm black patina that gives it a t...
Brass, Wrought Iron
Art Deco Side Table in Wrought Iron and Marble
Located in Tilburg, NL
Art Deco Side Table in Wrought Iron and Marble. Wonderful side or occasional table in hand wrought iron with a period marble top. Very elegant design and a slab of marble to dream o...
Marble, Wrought Iron
Art Deco Rustic Wood Gueridon Side Table
Located in New York, NY
A small rustic round wood and glass side or drinks table, in the Art Deco style, circa late-20th century. This side or drinks table has all the hallmarks of Art Deco design including...
Glass, Wood
$2,495
H 24.25 in W 23.75 in D 23.75 in
Art Deco Occasional or Side Table with Mirrored Top from England
Located in Austin, TX
A fine English occasional or side table from the Art Deco era, featuring an octagonal mirrored glass top over a stylish ebonized four-legged frame with an eight-sided under-tier shel...
Metal
Art Deco Round Table of Chrome from France
Located in Austin, TX
A fine French round bistro or pub table of chromed steel from the Art Deco period, featuring a circular graduated top with black center overlay of man-made materials, mounted to a co...
Metal, Chrome
Art deco clamp table lamp vienna around 1920s
Located in Wien, Au
Art deco clamp table lamp vienna around 1920s Original condition e-14 bulb ( the small one )
Brass
$2,698
H 22.45 in W 24.41 in D 24.41 in
Wabi Sabi Side Table in Hand Forged Metal and Stained Wood 1920s
Located in Meer, VAN
Wabi Sabi Side Table in Hand Forged Metal and Stained Wood, 1920s. This wonderful 1920s Wabi Sabi side table most likely origins from France. It is well made in hand forged and blac...
Wrought Iron
$1,100
H 18.5 in W 13.5 in D 13.5 in
Wolfgang Hoffman Art Deco Streamline Cigarette Side Table for Howell
By Wolfgang Hoffmann
Located in Cincinnati, OH
An Art Deco streamline chromed round side table or cigarette table with black Formica top, three rod shaft and stepped bottom base. Manufactured by the Howell company known during th...
Chrome
French Art Deco 1920s Wrought Iron Table
Located in CA, CA
An elegant French Art Deco wrought iron table. Understated in it simplicity the forging of this piece has been executed with great precision the interior of each of the ribon scrolls...
Wrought Iron
$6,000 / set
H 23.63 in Dm 21.66 in
Pair of Wood and Chrome Metal Side Tables, Art Deco Period, France, circa 1940
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Pair of wood and chrome metal side tables. Art Deco period. France, circa 1940.
Metal, Chrome
Single Tripod Hand Forged Side or Drinks Table, in Stock
Located in Miami, FL
Single custom tripod hand-forged side or drinks table, in stock Hand-forged iron legs, round top with lip Dark bronze patina Perfect for drinks, side, end table Ready to ship from ou...
Iron
Pair of Arturo Pani Style Iron Marble Top Drink Tables
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Whimsical pair of midcentury wrought iron drinks pedestal tables made in the manner and style of Arturo Pani (Mexican 1915-1981). The tables are crafted from solid square iron with a...
Marble, Iron
Pair Small Wrought Iron Martini Table, in stock
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of small Martini Side Table in Wrought Iron, in stock Hammered and forged iron Hand Made in France Warm black patina that gives it a timeless aesthetic. Available individually, ...
Wrought Iron
French Deco Wrought Iron Side Table Gueirdon Mirrored Top France, 1930, 1940s
Located in New York, NY
French deco wrought iron side table gueirdon mirrored top France, 1930, 1940s. Beautiful deco tripod side table with lovely star like tripod legs. Iron in very nice condition with s...
Iron
Mid Century/Art Deco Style Side Table .
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very unique design of a small side table in hi-polished metal with Antique Brass finish. Each leg has a ball at top to secure the 3/4" glass top in place . The center ring secures ...
Metal, Brass
On Hold|$2,500 / item
H 7.87 in Dm 10.25 in
1960s Sergio Mazza 'Demi Clio' Wall or Ceiling Lamp for Artemide
By Artemide, Sergio Mazza
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1960s Sergio Mazza 'Demi Clio' Wall or Ceiling Lamp for Artemide Executed in nickeled brass and delicate opaline glass, Italy, circa 1960s. Clean and architectural, these hardwired ...
Brass, Nickel
The 'Matisse' Etagere
Located in London, GB
The 'Matisse' wrought iron side table. A hand made and patinated wrought iron etagere with whimsical Matisse style cut-out decoration. Made to order based on a 1960s original. Avail...
Wrought Iron
Travertine Pet Bowl Set Rectangle
By Kiwano Concept
Located in Eindhoven, NB
Unique and Stunning Pet bowl made of travertine stone. Expertly crafted and finished by hand, our travertine bowls are a study in sculptural simplicity. Natural variations in the sto...
Travertine
Paolo Buffa, Walnut Mid-Century Daybed, Italy 1940s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Argelato, BO
Paolo Buffa (1903-1970) Rare and very elegant wooden daybed Varnished walnut and fabric Model created circa 1940 H 58 × L 205 × W 95 cm Paolo Buffa was an Italian furniture des...
Velvet, Walnut
Bunny Williams Home Hand-Painted Stripe Cachepot
By Bunny Williams Home
Located in New York, NY
A charming tabletop version of our Stripe Planter, this petite wooden cachepot is perfect for housing herbs or orchids. Alternating gray and green painted stripes are hand painted an...
Metal
Pair of Grey Murano Glass Wall Sconces
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Pair of wall sconces made of three Murano glass elongated parts with brass settings.
Brass
Pair of Nightstands in the Style of Paolo Buffa, circa 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of remarkable bedsides rosewood in the style of Paolo Buffa, 1950s. The same set includes the dressing table with the mirror, but the two nightstands are also sold individually.
Rosewood
Gilbert Rohde Art Deco Bookshelf by Herman Miller Refinished
By Herman Miller, Gilbert Rohde
Located in Atlanta, GA
Clean Lined Art Deco Bookcase, designed by Gilbert Rohde for Herman Miller, American, circa 1930s. Part of Rohde's modular East Indian Laurel Group. This piece is currently being ref...
Metal
On Hold|$1,620
H 34.45 in W 66.54 in D 13.78 in
1960s Woven Wicker Single Headboard Rattan Midcentury Rustic Provence
Located in London, GB
A single woven wicker headboard from Provence, with integrated circular bedside tables. French, c. 1960s. Between bedsides 100cm.
Wicker
Italian Brass Wall Sconce, 1950s
Located in Rome, IT
This wall sconce, designed and produced in Italy during the 1950s, features a clean, elegant design crafted entirely in brass. The wall lamps have a distinctive, aged patina and oxid...
Brass
Arne Norell 'Inca' Lounge Chair in original leather
By Norell Möbel AB, Arne Norell
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Arne Norell, 'Inca' lounge chair, leather, beech, Sweden, 1965. The iconic 'Inca' lounge chair in original leather, designed by Arne Norell. The back features thick buffalo leather...
Leather, Beech
$27,500
H 46.46 in W 101.58 in D 20.28 in
Ernesto Valabrega for Studio Vittorio Valabrega Decorative Fireplace Mantel
By Vittorio Valabrega
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ernesto Valabrega for Studio Vittorio Valabrega, decorative fireplace mantel, lacquered wood, plaster, glass, iron, Italy, 1930s This striking decorative fireplace mantel, presumabl...
Iron
Late 19th Century Chinoiserie Display Cabinet
Located in Pomona, CA
Late 19th century English chinoiserie decorated display cabinet. The hinged top opens to reveal a remote document storage.
Glass, Wood
$9,750
H 40 in W 32 in D 2 in
Stunning Art Deco Young Woman Portrait Framed Signed Rare Original Oil Painting
Located in Buffalo, NY
Exquisite antique portrait painting of a young fashionable woman. Framed. Oil on canvas. Signed. Image size, 31H by 24L.
Canvas, Oil
$4,950
H 28.94 in W 90.56 in D 30.71 in
Modern American Sectional Corner Sofa in Structured Yellow Upholstery
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Modular sectional sofa, structured yellow upholstery, metal, United States, 1960s This two-part sofa is upholstered in soft yellow structured fabric that emphasizes the strong lines...
Metal
On Hold|$3,600
H 31.5 in Dm 25.6 in
Art Deco Pedestal Table, Marble Patinated Hammered Nickeled Brass, Austria, 1910
By Wiener Werkstätte, Josef Hoffmann
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A pedestal table made of marble and a hammered and nickeled brass stand, manufactured in Vienna circa 1910. Partly the nickel plating is no longer present and the brass underneath is...
Marble, Nickel, Brass
Art Deco furniture is characterized by its celebration of modern life. More than its emphasis on natural wood grains and focus on traditional craftsmanship, vintage Art Deco dining chairs, tables, desks, cabinets and other furniture — which typically refers to pieces produced during the 1920s and 1930s — is an ode to the glamour of the “Roaring Twenties.”
ORIGINS OF ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGN
CHARACTERISTICS OF ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGN
ART DECO FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
VINTAGE ART DECO FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
Few design styles are as universally recognized and appreciated as Art Deco. The term alone conjures visions of the Roaring Twenties, Machine Age metropolises, vast ocean liners, sleek typography and Prohibition-era hedonism. The iconic movement made an indelible mark on all fields of design throughout the 1920s and ’30s, celebrating society’s growing industrialization with refined elegance and stunning craftsmanship.
Widely known designers associated with the Art Deco style include Émile-Jacques Ruhlmann, Eileen Gray, Maurice Dufrêne, Paul Follot and Jules Leleu.
The term Art Deco derives from the name of a large decorative arts exhibition held in Paris in 1925. “Art Deco design” is often used broadly, to describe the work of creators in associated or ancillary styles. This is particularly true of American Art Deco, which is also called Streamline Moderne or Machine Age design. (Streamline Moderne, sometimes known as Art Moderne, was a phenomenon largely of the 1930s, post–Art Nouveau.)
Art Deco textile designers employed dazzling floral motifs and vivid colors, and while Art Deco furniture makers respected the dark woods and modern metals with which they worked, they frequently incorporated decorative embellishments such as exotic animal hides as well as veneers in their seating, case pieces, living room sets and bedroom furniture.
From mother-of-pearl inlaid vitrines to chrome aviator chairs, bold and inventive works in the Art Deco style include chaise longues (also known as chaise lounges) and curved armchairs. Today, the style is still favored by interior designers looking to infuse a home with an air of luxury and sophistication.
The vintage Art Deco furniture for sale on 1stDibs includes dressers, coffee tables, decorative objects and more.
Beyond just providing additional tabletop space for your living room, an attractive vintage end table can help you organize as well as display books and decorative objects.
The term “end table” is frequently used interchangeably with “coffee table,” and while these two furnishings have much in common, each offers their own distinctive benefits in your space.
Your end table is likely going to stand as tall as the arms of your sofa, and its depth will match the seating. These attributes allow for tucking the table neatly at the end of your sofa in order to provide an elevated surface between your seating and the wall. End tables are accent pieces — they’re a close cousin to side tables, but side tables, not unlike the show-stealing low-profile coffee table, are intended to be positioned prominently and have more to do with the flow and design of a room than an end table, which does a great job but does it out of the way of everything else.
End tables with a drawer or a shelf can easily stow away books or television remotes. Living-room end tables frequently assist with lighting, specifically as they’re often positioned adjacent to a wall. Their height and compact tabletop render them ideal for table lamps and plants, particularly if parked near a window.
And given their practicality, there is no shortage of simple, streamlined end tables from mid-century modern favorites such as Baker Furniture Company, Dunbar and Knoll that will serve your clutter-clearing minimalist efforts or wide-open loft space well. But over the years, furniture designers have taken to venturesome experimentation, crafting tables from fallen trees, introducing organic shapes and playing with sculptural forms, so much so that your understated end table might eventually become the centerpiece of a room, no matter where you choose to place it. One-of-a-kind contemporary designs prove that there are endless options for what an end table can be, while furniture makers working in the Art Deco style have proven that end tables can be stacked, staggered and nested at will, creating all kinds of variations on this popular home accent.
Find an extraordinary variety of antique, new and vintage end tables on 1stDibs today.