What size should a side table be?

A side table should stand one to three inches below the arm of the sofa or chair it is placed next to.

What are side tables used for?

Side tables are used next to furniture like beds and couches to provide an accessible place for keeping essential items at hand. In the living room, side tables are often used to display flower arrangements, photos or books as well as to set down a drink. In the bedroom, a side table is typically populated with items like a lamp, bedtime reading material, and a charging device for a phone. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary side tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What are nesting side tables?

A nesting table is a set of tables designed to be stored one inside or under the other, giving them a layered or stacked appearance. A side table is a table that’s placed beside a piece of furniture. A nesting side table would be a series of side tables in graduated heights that can be stacked or nested together. Shop a collection of nesting tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

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.

Is there a difference between an end table and a side table?

There are two differences between end tables and side tables: function and size. Typically, end tables go beside a chair or at opposite ends of a sofa and have smaller tabletops, while side tables go toward the sides of seating areas or against walls and feature a larger surface area. However, many people use the words side and end tables interchangeably, so these differences may not always apply. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of end and side tables.

What is the difference between a side table and a coffee table?

The difference between a side table and a coffee table is mainly in the size and shape. Coffee tables usually feature larger tops but shorter legs. People typically place them in front of a sofa or a loveseat to rest books, drinks, remote controls and other items. Side tables also store items, but they are usually positioned beside an accent chair or at the ends of a sofa or loveseat. Shop a diverse assortment of side tables and coffee tables on 1stDibs.

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.

What is a tall side table called?

A tall side table may also be called a console table. While these furnishings are not as common in today’s interiors as their coffee-table and side-table counterparts, console tables are stylish home accents and have become more prevalent over the years. The popularity of wood console tables took shape during the 17th and 18th centuries in French and Italian culture, and were exclusively featured in the palatial homes of the upper class. Find console tables today on 1stDibs.

What are tiny side tables called?

What tiny side tables are called varies. Some people may simply refer to them as side tables. Others describe them as end tables if they're placed on either end of a sofa or loveseat. When used elsewhere in a room, small side tables are often called accent tables. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary side tables.

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.

Belgium Side Tables

Etienne Artist

Belgium Stone

Post Modern Round Table

Triangular Table

1970s Travertine Table

Belgium Teak

Made In Belgium

Pol Quadens

Category

Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Teak

Pair of 2 minimalistic MDK Belgium side tables in teak, ca. 1960

$1,801 / set

Pair of Solid Wooden Primitive Belgium Side Tables

Located in London, GB

A pair of primitive wabi-sabi style side tables. Carved wood, Belgium, c1950s. Very heavy, we

Category

Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Pair of Solid Wooden Primitive Belgium Side Tables

$3,346 / set

21st Century Belgian Brugge Metal Side Table - Square Aluminum Serving Table

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A Belgian side table with hammered aluminum tray with lateral handles on metal tapered legs. Wear

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Mid-Century Modern Serving Tables

Materials

Metal, Chrome

21st Century Belgian Brugge Metal Side Table - Square Aluminum Serving Table

$2,700

Brass Side Table, Belgium, 1980s

Located in Brussels, BE

Brass Side Table, Belgium, 1980s

Category

Vintage 1980s Belgian Other Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Brass Side Table, Belgium, 1980s

$3,963

Side table by Mariela Ceramica - Belgian Chilean artist

Located in Knokke-Heist, BE

Side table by Mariela Ceramica - Belgian artist

Category

2010s Belgian Side Tables

Materials

Ceramic

Side table by Mariela Ceramica - Belgian Chilean artist

$2,702

Side table by Belgian artist Etienne Allemeersch

By Etienne Allemeersch

Located in Brussels, BE

This side table by Belgian artist Etienne Allemeersch features a circular top with a detailed inlay

Category

Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Side table by Belgian artist Etienne Allemeersch

$10,688

Side table by Belgian artist Etienne Allemeersch

By Etienne Allemeersch

Located in Brussels, BE

This side table by Belgian artist Etienne Allemeersch features a circular top meticulously inlaid

Category

Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Side table by Belgian artist Etienne Allemeersch

$10,688

Contemporary round side table, travertine, Belgian design

By barh.design, Jeroen Thys van den Audenaerde

Located in Antwerp, Antwerp

used as a side table, bedside table or as an object of art. Disclaimer: Marble and travertine are

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Other Side Tables

Materials

Travertine

Contemporary round side table, travertine, Belgian design

$2,341 / item

Stone & Wood Side Table, Round

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This Belgian side table combines a rich bluestone top with a natural wood base, creating an

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Tables

Materials

Stone

Stone & Wood Side Table, Round

$7,800 / item

Art Deco Design Side Table, Belgium 1930's

Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN

Vintage Art Deco Design Round Side Table. Made in Belgium, 1930's period. Solid oak constructed

Category

Vintage 1930s Belgian Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Art Deco Design Side Table, Belgium 1930's

$1,501

20th Century Belgian Wooden Side Table on Wheels

Located in High Point, NC

Elevate your space with the functional simplicity of this 20th Century Belgian Wooden Side Table on

Category

20th Century Belgian Side Tables

Materials

Wood

20th Century Belgian Wooden Side Table on Wheels

$556 Sale Price

30% Off

Travertine side table by Willy Ballez, 1970s Belgium.

Located in Landgraaf, NL

Travertine side table by Willy Ballez, 1970s Belgium. This sculptural side table was manufactured

Category

Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Travertine

Travertine side table by Willy Ballez, 1970s Belgium.

$1,801

Gold Plated Belgochrom Side Table from Belgium, 1970s

By belgochrom

Located in Waasmunster, BE

Gold plated belgochrom side table from Belgium 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s Belgian Hollywood Regency Side Tables

Materials

Gold Plate

Gold Plated Belgochrom Side Table from Belgium, 1970s

$900

Pair of Ceramic and Iron Side Tables, Belgium, 1980s

Located in New York, NY

Each table features a circular top of earthen-toned ceramic tiles arranged in an irregular, grid

Category

20th Century Belgian Side Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Mohair

Pair of Ceramic and Iron Side Tables, Belgium, 1980s

$2,870 / set

Contemporary refined round side table, travertine, Belgian design

By Jeroen Thys van den Audenaerde, barh.design

Located in Antwerp, Antwerp

used as a side table, bedside table or as an object of art. Disclaimer: Marble and travertine are

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Other Side Tables

Materials

Travertine

Contemporary refined round side table, travertine, Belgian design

$2,341 / item

Bamboo Side Table by Axel Vervoordt, Belgium, 1980s

By Axel Vervoordt

Located in Antwerp, BE

This minimalist side table reflects Axel Vervoordt’s mastery of timeless design and organic

Category

Vintage 1980s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Wood, Teak

Bamboo Side Table by Axel Vervoordt, Belgium, 1980s

$1,950

Artist Made Ceramic Tile Side Table, 1960's Belgium

Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN

Handmade Artist made Ceramic Tile Side table. Made in Belgium, 1960's period. Brutalist in design

Category

Vintage 1960s Belgian Brutalist Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Artist Made Ceramic Tile Side Table, 1960's Belgium

$1,140

Pair Brass square side tables Belgo Chrome 1970s Belgium

By Belgo Chrome

Located in Den Haag, NL

Very nice Brass and smoked Chrome side tables ,comes with its original smoked Glass tops

Category

Vintage 1970s Belgian Hollywood Regency Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Pair Brass square side tables Belgo Chrome 1970s Belgium

$1,477 / set

Midcentury Design Low Side Table set, Belgium 1950's

Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN

Vintage Midcentury Design Low Side Table Set. Made in Belgium, 1950's period. Solid beech wood

Category

Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Beech

Midcentury Design Low Side Table set, Belgium 1950's

$1,345 Sale Price / set

20% Off

Modern contemporary triangular side table, polished stainless steel, Belgium

By barh.design

Located in Antwerp, Antwerp

Joined is a collection of side tables. The name speaks for itself. The tables have one thing in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Minimalist Side Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Modern contemporary triangular side table, polished stainless steel, Belgium

$3,843 / item

Art Deco Oak two-tiered side table, Belgium 1930's

Located in Balen, BE

Art Deco two-tiered side table in oak, Belgium, 1930s. A finely crafted table features a circular

Category

Vintage 1930s Belgian Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Art Deco Oak two-tiered side table, Belgium 1930's

$2,137

Modern contemporary triangular side table, black powdercoated steel, Belgium

By barh.design

Located in Antwerp, Antwerp

Joined is a collection of side tables. The name speaks for itself. The tables have one thing in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Minimalist Side Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Modern contemporary triangular side table, black powdercoated steel, Belgium

$1,291 / item

Modern contemporary square side table, stainless steel & marble, Belgium

By barh.design

Located in Antwerp, Antwerp

Joined is a collection of side tables. The name speaks for itself. The tables have one thing in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Minimalist Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Stainless Steel

Modern contemporary square side table, stainless steel & marble, Belgium

$2,840 / item

Modern contemporary round side table, polished stainless steel, Belgium

By barh.design

Located in Antwerp, Antwerp

Joined is a collection of side tables. The name speaks for itself. The tables have one thing in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Minimalist Side Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Modern contemporary round side table, polished stainless steel, Belgium

$3,843 / item

Minimalist Design Two Tier Low Side Table, Belgium 1960's

Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN

Minimalist Design Two Tier Low Side Table. Made in Belgium, 1960's period. Side table, bedside

Category

Vintage 1960s Belgian Minimalist Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Minimalist Design Two Tier Low Side Table, Belgium 1960's

$1,501

Hollywood regency side table by Belgo Chrom, Belgium ca. 1980

Located in Meulebeke, BE

Belgium / 1980 / side table / Belgo Chrom / metal, glass / mid-century / vintage / hollywood

Category

Vintage 1980s Belgian Hollywood Regency Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Hollywood regency side table by Belgo Chrom, Belgium ca. 1980

$1,798

Postmodern Design Bamboo Side Table by Axel Vervoordt, Belgium 1980's

By Axel Vervoordt

Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN

Vintage Postmodern Design Bamboo Side Table by Axel Vervoordt. Made in Belgium, 1980's / 90's

Category

Vintage 1980s Belgian Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Bamboo

Postmodern Design Bamboo Side Table by Axel Vervoordt, Belgium 1980's

$3,122

Hand Crafted Cubical Design Storage Box Side Table, Belgium 1950's

Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN

Vintage Hand Crafted Cubical Design Storage Box Side Table. Made in Belgium, 1950's period. Triplex

Category

Vintage 1950s Belgian Other Side Tables

Materials

Beech, Plywood

Hand Crafted Cubical Design Storage Box Side Table, Belgium 1950's

$1,188

Rustic low Wooden tripod tree trunk Side Table, Belgium ca. 1900

Located in Meulebeke, BE

Belgium / 1900 / side table / wood / Wabi wabi / Brutalist / Mid-century / Rustic Small wooden

Category

Antique Early 1900s Belgian Rustic Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Rustic low Wooden tripod tree trunk Side Table, Belgium ca. 1900

$1,020

Pia Manu square Cast Iron and Marble Side Table, Belgium 1960s

By Pia Manu

Located in Meulebeke, BE

Belgium / 1960 / Side Table / Pia Manu / cast iron, marble / Mid-century / Art Deco An exceptional

Category

Vintage 1960s Belgian Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Wrought Iron

Pia Manu square Cast Iron and Marble Side Table, Belgium 1960s

$1,921

Ebonized Oak "Sp03" Side Table by Robin Berrewaerts, Belgium 2020

Located in Utrecht, NL

This black side table is hand-sculpted with manual tools and made of reclaimed oak with an oil

Category

2010s Belgian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Ebonized Oak "Sp03" Side Table by Robin Berrewaerts, Belgium 2020

$3,650

Contemporary minimalist arch side table, extra clear glass, Belgian design

By Sam Goyvaerts, barh.design

Located in Antwerp, Antwerp

Arch 01.2 is a side table. Its strong design language sets arch 01.2 apart. Without an obvious

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Minimalist Side Tables

Materials

Glass

Contemporary minimalist arch side table, extra clear glass, Belgian design

$2,341 / item

Contemporary minimalist arch side table, dark grey glass, Belgian design

By Sam Goyvaerts, barh.design

Located in Antwerp, Antwerp

Arch 01.2 is a side table. Its strong design language sets arch 01.2 apart. Without an obvious

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Minimalist Side Tables

Materials

Glass

Contemporary minimalist arch side table, dark grey glass, Belgian design

$2,582 / item

Marc D'haenens Brutalist Sculpture Side Table, Belgium 1970's

By Marc D'haenens

Located in Antwerp, Antwerp

Side table by Marc D’haenens in embossed cast aluminum and patinated iron. This model was created

Category

Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Aluminum, Iron

Marc D'haenens Brutalist Sculpture Side Table, Belgium 1970's

$2,522

Vintage side table in pine wood tiled with mosaic, Belgium 1950s

Located in Meulebeke, BE

Belgium / 1950 / side table / wood, ceramics / Mid-century Small charming side table tiled with

Category

Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Pine

Vintage side table in pine wood tiled with mosaic, Belgium 1950s

$660

Pair of Belgium Wabi-Sabi Wooden Side Tables

Located in London, GB

A pair of wooden side tables. Belgium, c1950s. Formed from old wood. Good vintage condition

Category

Vintage 1950s Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Pair of Belgium Wabi-Sabi Wooden Side Tables

$3,256 / set

Modern contemporary round side table, stainless steel & mirror top, Belgium

By barh.design

Located in Antwerp, Antwerp

Joined is a collection of side tables. The name speaks for itself. The tables have one thing in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Minimalist Side Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Modern contemporary round side table, stainless steel & mirror top, Belgium

$1,489 / item

Modern contemporary round side table, stainless steel & marble top, Belgium

By barh.design

Located in Antwerp, Antwerp

Joined is a collection of side tables. The name speaks for itself. The tables have one thing in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Minimalist Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Stainless Steel

Modern contemporary round side table, stainless steel & marble top, Belgium

$3,242 / item

Minimalist Design Two Tier Side Table Set / 2, Belgium 1960's

Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN

Minimalist Design Two Tier Side Table Set / 2. Made in Belgium, 1960's period. Side table, bedside

Category

Vintage 1960s Belgian Minimalist Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Minimalist Design Two Tier Side Table Set / 2, Belgium 1960's

$2,690 Sale Price / set

20% Off

Minimalist Design Three Tier High Side Table Set, Belgium 1960's

Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN

Minimalist Design Three Tier High Side Table Set. Made in Belgium, 1960's period. Side table

Category

Vintage 1960s Belgian Minimalist Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Minimalist Design Three Tier High Side Table Set, Belgium 1960's

$3,266 Sale Price / set

20% Off

Belgo Chrome Pair of Side Bedside Tables, Belgium, circa 1970

By Belgo Chrome

Located in Vienna, AT

Pair of Belgo Chrome side or bed side tables, circa 1970. Beautiful pair of side tables or

Category

Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel, Chrome

Belgo Chrome Pair of Side Bedside Tables, Belgium, circa 1970

$2,900 / set

Pair of steel side tables top with inlay décoration Belgium 1970

Located in PARIS, FR

Elegant pair of side table in steel Top with inlay decoration Belgium circa 1970 High quality

Category

Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Pair of steel side tables top with inlay décoration Belgium 1970

$6,485 / set

Hollywood Regency Gold-Plated Side Table by Belgochrom, Belgium 1970s

By Belgo Chrome

Located in Herentals, BE

Side table in gold-plated metal and 3 smoked glass tops. The table has a height of 50 cm, the wide

Category

Late 20th Century Belgian Hollywood Regency Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Hollywood Regency Gold-Plated Side Table by Belgochrom, Belgium 1970s

$804

Italian 19th Century Black Belgium Marble and Pietra Dura Side Table

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A striking Italian 19th century Black Belgian marble and Pietra Dura side table. The table is

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Side Tables

Materials

Belgian Black Marble

Italian 19th Century Black Belgium Marble and Pietra Dura Side Table

$15,900

Elegant Pair of Neoclassical Side Tables by Maison De Coene Belgium 1960.

By De Coene Frères

Located in Brussels, BE

Elegant pair of cherry wood side tables. One drawer and brass details. By De Coene Frères- Belgium

Category

Vintage 1960s Belgian Neoclassical Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Elegant Pair of Neoclassical Side Tables by Maison De Coene Belgium 1960.

$1,441 / set

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Side Tables attributed to Emiel Veranneman, Belgium

By Emiel Veranneman

Located in Brussels, BE

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Side Tables attributed to Emiel Veranneman, Belgium, 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s Belgian Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Pair of Side Tables attributed to Emiel Veranneman, Belgium

$3,963 / set

Modern contemporary oval ellipse side table, steel and walnut wood, Belgium

By barh.design

Located in Antwerp, Antwerp

Joined is a collection of side tables. The name speaks for itself. The tables have one thing in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Minimalist Side Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Modern contemporary oval ellipse side table, steel and walnut wood, Belgium

$2,329 / item

Limited edition contemporary stool or side table, marble & brass, Belgian design

By barh.design, Sam Goyvaerts

Located in Antwerp, Antwerp

arch 01.1 c is a stool or side table. Its strong design language sets arch 01.1 c apart. The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

Limited edition contemporary stool or side table, marble & brass, Belgian design

$5,404 / item

Modern contemporary square side table, stainless steel & black ash wood, Belgium

By barh.design

Located in Antwerp, Antwerp

Joined is a collection of side tables. The name speaks for itself. The tables have one thing in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Minimalist Side Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Modern contemporary square side table, stainless steel & black ash wood, Belgium

$2,293 / item

Hollywood Regency Brass and Smoked Glass Side Table by De Knudt, Belgian Design

By Deknudt

Located in Herentals, BE

A sophisticated Hollywood Regency side table designed and produced by De Knudt, Belgium, circa 1970

Category

Mid-20th Century Belgian Hollywood Regency Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Hollywood Regency Brass and Smoked Glass Side Table by De Knudt, Belgian Design

$696

Art Nouveau side table in blackened wood with storage basket, Belgium ca. 1910

Located in Meulebeke, BE

Belgium / 1910 / side table / wood, fabric / Art Nouveau / Art Deco A stylish small Art Nouveau

Category

Vintage 1910s Belgian Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Art Nouveau side table in blackened wood with storage basket, Belgium ca. 1910

$1,198

Modern contemporary oval ellipse side table, steel and black ash wood, Belgium

By barh.design

Located in Antwerp, Antwerp

Joined is a collection of side tables. The name speaks for itself. The tables have one thing in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Minimalist Side Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Modern contemporary oval ellipse side table, steel and black ash wood, Belgium

$1,915 / item

Pair of Chrome and Brass Side Tables with Clear Glass Tops, Belgium, 1970s

Located in London, GB

This pair of side tables from the 1970s in Belgium exemplifies the sleek sophistication of

Category

Vintage 1970s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Pair of Chrome and Brass Side Tables with Clear Glass Tops, Belgium, 1970s

$3,029 / set

Small side table with turned legs and red top - Josco, Made in Belgium - 1950s

Located in Linkebeek, BE

Belgium Furniture - Mid-Century Measures : 55x42cm H:49cm Material - Wood

Category

Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Small side table with turned legs and red top - Josco, Made in Belgium - 1950s

$456

A Pair Of Belgian Lacquered Wood & Agate Side Tables By Willy Daro, c.1970

By Willy Daro

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A rare pair of side tables by Willy Daro, made in Belgium around the 1970s. As is so characteristic

Category

20th Century Belgian Side Tables

Materials

Agate

A Pair Of Belgian Lacquered Wood & Agate Side Tables By Willy Daro, c.1970

$4,124 / set

1900s Belgian Bleached Oak Bedside Table

Located in High Point, NC

This early 1900s Belgian Bleached Oak Bedside table epitomizes rustic charm and understated

Category

20th Century Belgian Side Tables

Materials

Oak

1900s Belgian Bleached Oak Bedside Table

$696 Sale Price

30% Off

1900s Belgian Hand-Carved Oak Bedside Table

Located in High Point, NC

. Ideal as a nightstand, side table, or display piece, it brings historic Belgian character and artisanal

Category

Early 20th Century Belgian Side Tables

Materials

Oak

1900s Belgian Hand-Carved Oak Bedside Table

$4,595

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Belgium Side Tables For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of Belgium side tables for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique Belgium side tables was constructed with extraordinary care, often using metal, wood and stone. There are 274 antique and vintage Belgium side tables for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 122 modern editions to choose from as well. Belgium side tables have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Belgium side tables bearing Mid-Century Modern or Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Many Belgium side tables are appealing in their simplicity, but Arno Declercq, barh.design and Sam Goyvaerts produced popular Belgium side tables that are worth a look.

How Much are Belgium Side Tables?

Prices for Belgium side tables start at $166 and top out at $68,000 with the average selling for $2,798.

Finding the Right Side-tables for You

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.

Questions About Belgium Side Tables

What size should a side table be?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A side table should stand one to three inches below the arm of the sofa or chair it is placed next to.
What are side tables used for?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Side tables are used next to furniture like beds and couches to provide an accessible place for keeping essential items at hand. In the living room, side tables are often used to display flower arrangements, photos or books as well as to set down a drink. In the bedroom, a side table is typically populated with items like a lamp, bedtime reading material, and a charging device for a phone. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary side tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What are nesting side tables?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A nesting table is a set of tables designed to be stored one inside or under the other, giving them a layered or stacked appearance. A side table is a table that’s placed beside a piece of furniture. A nesting side table would be a series of side tables in graduated heights that can be stacked or nested together. Shop a collection of nesting tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What are side tables called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
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.
Is there a difference between an end table and a side table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
There are two differences between end tables and side tables: function and size. Typically, end tables go beside a chair or at opposite ends of a sofa and have smaller tabletops, while side tables go toward the sides of seating areas or against walls and feature a larger surface area. However, many people use the words side and end tables interchangeably, so these differences may not always apply. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of end and side tables.
What is the difference between a side table and a coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
The difference between a side table and a coffee table is mainly in the size and shape. Coffee tables usually feature larger tops but shorter legs. People typically place them in front of a sofa or a loveseat to rest books, drinks, remote controls and other items. Side tables also store items, but they are usually positioned beside an accent chair or at the ends of a sofa or loveseat. Shop a diverse assortment of side tables and coffee tables on 1stDibs.
How can you tell if a side table is antique?
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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.
What is a tall side table called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
A tall side table may also be called a console table. While these furnishings are not as common in today’s interiors as their coffee-table and side-table counterparts, console tables are stylish home accents and have become more prevalent over the years. The popularity of wood console tables took shape during the 17th and 18th centuries in French and Italian culture, and were exclusively featured in the palatial homes of the upper class. Find console tables today on 1stDibs.
What are tiny side tables called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
What tiny side tables are called varies. Some people may simply refer to them as side tables. Others describe them as end tables if they're placed on either end of a sofa or loveseat. When used elsewhere in a room, small side tables are often called accent tables. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary side tables.
Should a side table be lower than a sofa?
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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.

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