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 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.

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.

Is an ottoman a coffee table?

Typically, an ottoman is not a coffee table. An ottoman is a small cushioned seat without a back or arm rests. You can shop a collection of vintage and contemporary ottomans from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What size should a coffee table be?

A coffee table should generally be two-thirds as long as the sofa it stands in front of and around the same height as the sofa’s seat cushions.

Who invented the coffee table?

No one knows for sure who invented the coffee table. The earliest examples of the occasional table can be traced back to Victorian-era Britain. At that time, makers like William Watt and Collinson and Lock were producing coffee tables in large quantities.Notably, F. Stuart Foote, the designer behind the American Imperial Furniture Company, claimed to have invented the coffee table in the early 20th century. He stated that he did so by cutting down the legs of a dining table. However, it's unlikely that Foote is the actual inventor of the coffee table, as books describing coffee tables existed in the UK a decade before his birth in 1872.Shop a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

Why is it called a coffee table?

Coffee tables were originally used in living spaces during social gatherings to support a tray containing multiple mugs, a coffee pot, creamers and sugar bowls. Low to the ground and centrally located in the space, coffee tables reduced the host or hostess’s need to constantly stand and serve her guests.

Are end tables taller than coffee tables?

Yes, end tables are generally taller than coffee tables .The term “end table” is frequently used interchangeably with “coffee table,” and while these two furnishings have much in common, each table type offers its 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.Find all kinds of antique and vintage tables on 1stDibs.

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

While both pieces are relatively new to the furniture world, the main difference between them are their shapes. A cocktail table is generally square or rectangular in shape, while a coffee table tends to be oval or circular in shape. You can shop a collection of furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

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.

Do end tables need to match coffee table?

End tables and coffee tables do not need to match. Nevertheless it can be nice to have a similar color scheme or have one set of end tables match and perhaps have the coffee table match a TV stand.

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.

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 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.

How do you stack books on a coffee table?

To stack books on a coffee table, place the largest one on the bottom with the spine facing the focal piece of furniture, usually the sofa. Then, add the next largest, lining up the inner edges so that the spines create a stepped effect. Continue adding books to complete the stack and top it off with a decorative object if you wish. Shop a variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

How big should a coffee table be for a sectional?

How big a coffee table for a sectional should be depends on the dimensions of the sectional. For a balanced look, a coffee table should be roughly two-thirds of the length of the sofa portion of a sofa and chaise sectional. If you have an L-shaped sofa, the coffee table should be around two-thirds of the length of each arm. Find a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

Should a coffee table be lower than a couch?

Yes, a coffee table should generally be lower than a couch. However, the top of the table should only be slightly lower than the couch to maintain a balanced look. A good rule of thumb is to choose a table no more than one inch shorter than your sofa's seat height. Explore a large collection of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

What is the average height of a coffee table?

The average height of a coffee table is around 16 to 18 inches. Designers typically choose this height to create a balance between coffee tables and sofas. The average seat height of sofas is 17 to 18 inches, and experts typically recommend that coffee tables be no more than 1 inch shorter than sofa-seat height. Explore a diverse assortment of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

What is the best coffee table for a sectional?

The best coffee table for a sectional can be a round coffee table, particularly with respect to U-shaped sectionals. The circular design creates a sense of balance in small spaces and renders it easy for guests to move to and fro, especially when surrounded by chairs. Find a collection of antique and vintage coffee tables on 1stDibs today.

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2010s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Brass, Bronze

Lean Coffee Table with Tree Rings in Bronze and Laminated Oak by Sharon Sides

H 15.75 in W 37 in D 37 in

"Teoca" Coffee Side Table with Marble Top

By ADN Studio

Located in Mexico City, CDMX

The "Teoca" coffee side table is part of ADN Studio´s Volcan collection. This collection seeks to

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2010s Mexican Modern Side Tables

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Hardwood

"Teoca" Coffee Side Table with Marble Top

H 13.39 in Dm 19.69 in

Brutalist Tripod Coffee Table / Side Table

Located in Saint Leonards-on-sea, England

Vintage Brutalist wooden tripod tree trunk Brutalist coffee side table, French, 1950s. Made with a

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Mid-20th Century French Brutalist Side Tables

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Hardwood, Fruitwood

Brutalist Tripod Coffee Table / Side Table

H 19.69 in W 33.47 in D 19.69 in

Gilt Metal Side Table, Coffee Table with Ropes and Shell

Located in Antwerp, BE

French gilt metal coffee table or side table. A stylish table with ropes around the octagonal

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

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Metal

Gilt Metal Side Table, Coffee Table with Ropes and Shell

H 19.89 in W 34.65 in D 23.63 in

Rosewood coffee table or side table from Denmark

Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL

This is a beautiful square coffee table or side table. Made in Denmark from rosewood. The table is

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Vintage 1960s Danish Side Tables

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Rosewood

Rosewood coffee table or side table from Denmark

H 18.51 in W 18.12 in D 18.12 in

Italian Marble Coffee Or Side Table With Glass, 1970s

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

Very nice Italian coffee table, fabricated in the 1970s. It is handcrafted out of very beautiful

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Marble

Italian Marble Coffee Or Side Table With Glass, 1970s

H 14.18 in W 57.88 in D 13.78 in

1970's Italian Side / Coffee Table

Located in Bern, CH

Stylish 1970's Italian Coffee / Side Table. Red metal frame with clear glass tabletop.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Side Tables

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Metal

1970's Italian Side / Coffee Table

H 12.21 in Dm 20.08 in

Japanese antique table / 1900〜1940 side table & coffee table / primitive table

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

A table made from an old Japanese mortar (a container used for pounding grain and rice cake with a

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Taisho Side Tables

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Oak

Japanese antique table / 1900〜1940 side table & coffee table / primitive table

H 20.87 in W 16.15 in D 17.33 in

Travertine Circular Side Tables or Coffee Tables, Italy, 1980s

By Angelo Mangiarotti

Located in Almelo, NL

Modern circular travertine side tables or coffee tables, Italy 1980s Set of four modern circular

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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Travertine

Travertine Circular Side Tables or Coffee Tables, Italy, 1980s

H 18.9 in Dm 19.69 in

Mid Century Side or Coffee Table

By Karel Kozelka & Antonin Kropacek

Located in Vienna, AT

Mid Century Coffee table designed by This is a design Karel Kozelka and Antonín Kropáček, who in

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Vintage 1940s Czech Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Glass, Oak

Mid Century Side or Coffee Table

H 22.05 in Dm 29.53 in

Coffee Table, or Side Table, in Blond Oak, 1950s

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Coffee table – or side table – in blond oak, with double trays, the first being openwork and the

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Mid-20th Century French Side Tables

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Oak

Coffee Table, or Side Table, in Blond Oak, 1950s

H 23.63 in W 33.08 in D 19.69 in

Travertine Mid-Century Coffee Table and Side Table Set

Located in London, GB

A large coffee table and side tables. In travertine, good quality with heaps of character

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Vintage 1970s Belgian Side Tables

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Travertine

Travertine Mid-Century Coffee Table and Side Table Set

H 14.97 in W 47.25 in D 35.44 in

Andrianna Shamaris Cracked Resin Side Table or Coffee Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

This Cracked Resin side table or coffee table is made from reclaimed teak infused with clear resin

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2010s Organic Modern Side Tables

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Teak, Reclaimed Wood, Resin, Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Cracked Resin Side Table or Coffee Table

H 18 in W 24 in D 24 in

Andrianna Shamaris Cracked Resin Side Table or Coffee Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

This cracked resin side table or coffee table is made from reclaimed teak infused with clear resin

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2010s Organic Modern Side Tables

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Resin, Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Cracked Resin Side Table or Coffee Table

H 18 in W 24 in D 24 in

Brazilian Rosewood Flip Top Side Table or Coffee Table

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A dark and wonderfully grained Brazilian rosewood side table with satin chromed frame, when slid

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

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Rosewood

Brazilian Rosewood Flip Top Side Table or Coffee Table

H 21 in W 43.38 in D 22 in

1960s Teak Side/Coffee Table, Denmark

Located in Praha, CZ

- Very good original condition with minor signs of use.

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Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Teak

1960s Teak Side/Coffee Table, Denmark

H 32.68 in W 55.12 in D 20.87 in

Mid-Century Coffee or Side Table, Czechoslovakia

Located in Praha, CZ

Vintage wooden coffee or side table in shape of a triangle. Good original condition with some signs

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

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Coffee or Side Table, Czechoslovakia

H 22.84 in Dm 27.17 in

Zebra Pattern Stone Inlay Side / Coffee Table

Located in San Francisco, CA

Zebra pattern stone inlay side / coffee table Nice vintage coffee / side table with stone inlay

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Late 20th Century American Side Tables

Materials

Stone

Zebra Pattern Stone Inlay Side / Coffee Table

H 20.5 in W 24 in D 24 in

French Chestnut & Copper Table Sellette Side Table or Coffee Table, circa 1940

Located in Labrit, Landes

Side, coffee table, sellette or nightstand table. The size of this little table with its

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Vintage 1940s French Side Tables

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Copper

French Chestnut & Copper Table Sellette Side Table or Coffee Table, circa 1940

H 25.2 in Dm 19.69 in

19th Century French Giltwood Side/Coffee Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Finely carved giltwood side/coffee table with original marble, which is very pretty. Detailed

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Side Tables

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Marble

19th Century French Giltwood Side/Coffee Table

H 16.5 in W 29 in D 20 in

Italian Marble Coffee or Side Table, 1980s

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

Very nice Italian coffee or side table, fabricated in the early 1980s. It is handcrafted out of

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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Italian Marble Coffee or Side Table, 1980s

H 17.72 in W 43.31 in D 27.56 in

Italian Marble Coffee or Side Table, 1980s

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

Very nice Italian side table, fabricated in the early 1980s. It can also be used as a coffee table

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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Italian Marble Coffee or Side Table, 1980s

H 18.12 in W 20.48 in D 20.48 in

Aldu Tura Side / Coffee Table, Italy 1960

Located in Amsterdam, NL

A beautiful side table or coffee table by Aldo Tura, manufactured in Italy around 1960. This

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Vintage 1960s Italian Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Aldu Tura Side / Coffee Table, Italy 1960

H 19.3 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Italian Marble Coffee or Side Table, 1980s

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

Very nice Italian coffee table, fabricated in the early 1980s. It is handcrafted out of very

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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Italian Marble Coffee or Side Table, 1980s

H 14.57 in W 47.64 in D 27.17 in

Andrianna Shamaris Ancient Petrified Wood Side Table or Coffee Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

versatile. Perfect as a cocktail table, side table or clustered as a coffee table. We can also custom large

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2010s Organic Modern Side Tables

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Wood, Reclaimed Wood, Petrified Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Ancient Petrified Wood Side Table or Coffee Table

H 16 in W 19 in D 13 in

Travertine Marble Cube Side Table or Coffee Table Design Pavilion

Located in Chicago, IL

Italian travertine cube shaped side table, end table or coffee table. Also a great drinks table

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2010s American Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Travertine

Travertine Marble Cube Side Table or Coffee Table Design Pavilion

H 16 in W 16 in D 16 in

Side or Coffee Table, Petrified Wood with Solid Bronze Base

By Pietra Gallery

Located in Polanco, CDMX

Source: Java, Indonesia Wood fossilization is a group of processes where all organic material is replaced by minerals. Petrifaction process occurs underground when wood is buried und...

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2010s Mexican Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Agate, Bronze

Side or Coffee Table, Petrified Wood with Solid Bronze Base

H 15.75 in W 28.35 in D 24.41 in

Side or Coffee Table, Petrified Wood with Solid Bronze Base

By Pietra Gallery

Located in Polanco, CDMX

Source: Java, Indonesia Wood fossilization is a group of processes where all organic material is replaced by minerals. Petrifaction process occurs underground when wood is buried un...

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2010s Mexican Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Agate, Bronze

Side or Coffee Table, Petrified Wood with Solid Bronze Base

H 15.75 in W 31.5 in D 25.2 in

Mid Century Walnut & Brass Coffee Side Table

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Norwich, GB

A walnut and brass coffee table in the Carl Auböck style. Circa 1950s. Free UK delivery. The

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

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Walnut & Brass Coffee Side Table

H 18.12 in W 39.38 in D 20.08 in

French Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical Side Table or Coffee Table

By Maison Ramsay

Located in New York, NY

Elegant and sober French Mid-Century Modern neoclassical end, side or coffee table attributed to

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

Materials

Bronze, Copper, Metal

French Mid-Century Modern Neoclassical Side Table or Coffee Table

H 16 in W 18 in D 18 in

Modern Vintage Three Coffee Tables Side Tables Sofa Tables Maison Jansen 1970s

By Maison Jansen

Located in Vienna, AT

Three modern Hollywood Regency style vintage coffee tables side tables or sofa tables Maison Jansen

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Late 20th Century French Hollywood Regency Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel

Modern Vintage Three Coffee Tables Side Tables Sofa Tables Maison Jansen 1970s

H 21.07 in W 21.46 in D 21.46 in

1970s 80s Classical Pedestal Side Coffee Table

Located in Pasadena, TX

Coffee table with white ornate base and glass top. Traditional design with classical elements.

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20th Century American Side Tables

Materials

Glass, Resin

1970s 80s Classical Pedestal Side Coffee Table

H 21 in Dm 32 in

Andrianna Shamaris Sculptural Teak Wood Side Table or Coffee Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

Reclaimed teak root side table or coffee table. Hand carved into this usable shape whilst

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2010s Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Sculptural Teak Wood Side Table or Coffee Table

H 18 in W 24 in D 24 in

Ralph-noche Side Coffee Table by Snoc

By SNOC OUTDOOR FURNITURE

Located in Yukarıdudullu, 34

Ralph - Noche Collection consists of a lounge set, dining set, chaise lounge and coffee tables

Category

2010s Side Tables

Materials

Teak

Ralph-noche Side Coffee Table by Snoc

H 17.72 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Vintage 1970s Stone Resin Side / Coffee Table with Chrome X Base

Located in Hastings, GB

Stylish vintage 1970s Italian stone resin side or coffee tables with chrome X bases. We have a pair

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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Chrome

Vintage 1970s Stone Resin Side / Coffee Table with Chrome X Base

H 18.71 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in

Andrianna Shamaris Ice Blue Resin Side Table or Coffee Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

cracked resin top make this an impressive coffee table or side table. Set on a Minimalist teak white

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2010s Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Resin, Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Ice Blue Resin Side Table or Coffee Table

H 17 in W 24.5 in D 24.5 in

Italian Art Deco Burl Walnut Coffee Side Table with Ebonized Legs

Located in Miami, FL

Italian Art Deco octogonal side table, circa 1930s. Narrow ebonized feet and round finial at center

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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Burl

Italian Art Deco Burl Walnut Coffee Side Table with Ebonized Legs

H 24.41 in W 16.74 in D 16.74 in

Red Coloumn Round Side Coffee / Drum Table with Brass Painted Base

By Danu Chirinciuc

Located in San Pietro di Morubio, Verona

lacquer finish, inspired from greek ancient architecture; can also be used as a bedside table.

Category

2010s Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Red Coloumn Round Side Coffee / Drum Table with Brass Painted Base

H 15.75 in Dm 19.69 in

Country Spanish Pine Farmhouse Side, Coffee or Nightstand Table with Drawer

Located in Miami, FL

Antique pine "mobila" farmhouse side table made in Spain. The table features a thick plank top

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Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Side Tables

Materials

Ceramic

Country Spanish Pine Farmhouse Side, Coffee or Nightstand Table with Drawer

H 25.2 in W 27.13 in D 20.4 in

20th Century Art Nouveau Side Table/ Coffee Table, Austria ca. 1905

By Jacob & Josef Kohn, Josef Hoffmann

Located in Lichtenberg, AT

Exquisite Art Nouveau side table/ coffe table from the famous Vienna secession period around 1905

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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Side Tables

Materials

Brass

20th Century Art Nouveau Side Table/ Coffee Table, Austria ca. 1905

H 12.205 in Dm 9.21 in

Vintage French Chrome and Brass Side / Coffee Table

By Willy Rizzo

Located in London, GB

A fantastic vintage French chrome and brass side / coffee table, dating from the 1970’s. This is

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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Vintage French Chrome and Brass Side / Coffee Table

H 18.51 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in

Contemporary Ollain Side Coffee Table in Stucco Jesemonite

Located in London, GB

furniture can be realised, such as chairs, dining tables, side tables, coffee tables, cabinets, consolles

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2010s Dutch Modern Side Tables

Materials

Stucco

Contemporary Ollain Side Coffee Table in Stucco Jesemonite

H 24.41 in W 14.97 in D 13.78 in

19th Century Renaissance Revival Side Table / Coffee Table Antique Oak Lions

Located in Ijzendijke, NL

Marvelous Antique French Renaissance Revival side / coffee table in dark oak 19th century. Fully

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Antique Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Side Tables

Materials

Oak

19th Century Renaissance Revival Side Table / Coffee Table Antique Oak Lions

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H 25.2 in W 29.53 in D 21.26 in

Contemporary Wood Side Table "Molinillo 017 Coffee Table" by Colección Estudio

By Colección Estudio

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Molinillo is a collection of auxiliary and center tables designed by the Colección Estudio. Each of

Category

2010s Mexican Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Contemporary Wood Side Table "Molinillo 017 Coffee Table" by Colección Estudio

H 13.78 in W 13.78 in D 27.56 in

Andrianna Shamaris Impressive Sculptural Teak Wood Side Table or Coffee Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

Impressive reclaimed teak root side table or coffee table. Hand carved into this usable shape

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2010s Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Impressive Sculptural Teak Wood Side Table or Coffee Table

H 18 in W 23.5 in D 23 in

Large Bronze Asian Rain Drum Coffee Side Table

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

a side or coffee table.

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Mid-20th Century Southeast Asian Folk Art Side Tables

Materials

Bronze

Large Bronze Asian Rain Drum Coffee Side Table

H 20.5 in Dm 27 in

Art Deco Vintage Walnut Circular Coffee Table Side Table 1930s Vienna

Located in Vienna, AT

Art Deco vintage side table of sofa table from solid walnut and walnut veneer 1930s Vienna. A

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Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Vintage Walnut Circular Coffee Table Side Table 1930s Vienna

H 22.05 in Dm 24.22 in

Japanese Antique Primitive Side Table 1860s-1920s / Coffee Table Wabi Sabi

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is an old primitive style side table made in Japan. This furniture was made in the Meiji

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Japanese Antique Primitive Side Table 1860s-1920s / Coffee Table Wabi Sabi

H 17.72 in W 24.02 in D 23.63 in

Antique Regency Style Pie Crust Coffee / Side Table

Located in London, GB

A beautifully made antique Regency style pie crust coffee / side table. This was made in England

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Vintage 1950s British Regency Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique Regency Style Pie Crust Coffee / Side Table

H 18.12 in W 16.93 in D 14.18 in

Antique Regency Style Pie Crust Coffee / Side Table

Located in London, GB

A beautifully made antique Regency style pie crust coffee / side table. This was made in England

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Vintage 1950s British Regency Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique Regency Style Pie Crust Coffee / Side Table

H 22.05 in W 19.3 in D 16.15 in

Post-Modern Travertine Side/Coffee Table, Italy, 1970s

Located in Almelo, NL

This beautiful post-modern travertine side - coffee table, circa 1970s, has beautiful graining and

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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Travertine

Post-Modern Travertine Side/Coffee Table, Italy, 1970s

H 14.57 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in

Andrianna Shamaris Bleached Teak Wood Side Table/Coffee Table or Bench

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

Reclaimed single slab bleached teak wood coffee table, side table or bench. Perfect for inside or

Category

2010s Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Bleached Teak Wood Side Table/Coffee Table or Bench

H 14 in W 32 in D 18 in

French Art Deco Two Level Coffee Table / Side Table in Walnut

Located in Barcelona, ES

Stylish Art Deco two-tier walnut round gueridon / end or side table with glass top, France, 1930s

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20th Century French Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Glass, Walnut

French Art Deco Two Level Coffee Table / Side Table in Walnut

H 25.6 in Dm 24.41 in

Vintage Postmodern Natural Mactan Stone Side / Coffee Table

Located in Bay City, MI

This Vintage Postmodern natural Mactan stone side table is a unique piece for any room. Features a

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Late 20th Century Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Stone

Vintage Postmodern Natural Mactan Stone Side / Coffee Table

H 16 in Dm 26 in

Italian Post-Modern Travertine Side, Coffee Table, 1970s

Located in Almelo, NL

travertine side coffee table, circa the 1970s, has beautiful graining and a pentagonal top. This sculptural

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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Travertine

Italian Post-Modern Travertine Side, Coffee Table, 1970s

H 12.6 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in

Polychrome Side or Coffee Table with a Single Drawer, Mid-20th Century

Located in Savannah, GA

Polychrome side or coffee table with a single drawer, Mid-20th century.

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Mid-20th Century French Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Polychrome Side or Coffee Table with a Single Drawer, Mid-20th Century

H 27.5 in W 30 in D 20 in

Laquered Teak Root Coffee/ Side Table With Safety Glass Plate, Indonesia 2022

Located in Lichtenberg, AT

Organic modern teak root side table or coffee table elaborately handcrafted by a very talented

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Glass, Teak

Laquered Teak Root Coffee/ Side Table With Safety Glass Plate, Indonesia 2022

H 15.75 in W 23.62 in D 23.62 in

Contemporary Containa Side Coffee Table in Frosted Glass

Located in London, GB

turned wood sculpture with a matt Lacquered finish. Table comes in 3 pieces. Top, Base + Internal

Category

2010s Australian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Glass, Lacquer

Contemporary Containa Side Coffee Table in Frosted Glass

H 21.66 in W 16.54 in D 16.54 in

Italian Sculptural Brutalist Wrought Iron and Glass Coffee Table or Side Table

Located in Carimate, Como

side and coffee tables. As from the pictures, we do have as well a very similar but slightly smaller

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Brutalist Side Tables

Materials

Wrought Iron

Italian Sculptural Brutalist Wrought Iron and Glass Coffee Table or Side Table

H 24.81 in W 40.56 in D 18.51 in

Italian Sculptural Brutalist Wrought Iron and Glass Coffee Table or Side Table

Located in Carimate, Como

Beautifully hand crafted wrought iron side table with strong and thick glass top, placed on a

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Mid-20th Century Italian Brutalist Side Tables

Materials

Wrought Iron

Italian Sculptural Brutalist Wrought Iron and Glass Coffee Table or Side Table

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Coffee Table With Side Tables For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of coffee table with side tables is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and glass, all coffee table with side tables available were constructed with great care. We have 346 antique and vintage coffee table with side tables in-stock, while there are 101 modern editions to choose from as well. Coffee table with 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. There are many kinds of coffee table with side tables to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Art Deco coffee table with side tables are of considerable interest. Many coffee table with side tables are appealing in their simplicity, but Pietra Gallery, Alabama Sawyer and Greenapple produced popular coffee table with side tables that are worth a look.

How Much are Coffee Table With Side Tables?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,200, while they’re typically $194 on the low end and $58,000 highest priced.

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.

The visionary work of French designer Xavier Lavergne, for example, includes tables that draw on the forms of celestial bodies as often as they do aquatic creatures or fossils. Elsewhere, Italian architect Gae Aulenti, who looked to Roman architecture in crafting her stately Jumbo coffee table, created clever glass-topped mobile coffee tables that move on bicycle tires or sculpted wood wheels for Fontana Arte.

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 Coffee Table With Side Tables

What are side tables used for?
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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?
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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 size should a side table be?
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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.
Is there a difference between an end table and a side table?
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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.
Is an ottoman a coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Typically, an ottoman is not a coffee table. An ottoman is a small cushioned seat without a back or arm rests. You can shop a collection of vintage and contemporary ottomans from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What size should a coffee table be?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A coffee table should generally be two-thirds as long as the sofa it stands in front of and around the same height as the sofa’s seat cushions.
Who invented the coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
No one knows for sure who invented the coffee table. The earliest examples of the occasional table can be traced back to Victorian-era Britain. At that time, makers like William Watt and Collinson and Lock were producing coffee tables in large quantities.

Notably, F. Stuart Foote, the designer behind the American Imperial Furniture Company, claimed to have invented the coffee table in the early 20th century. He stated that he did so by cutting down the legs of a dining table. However, it's unlikely that Foote is the actual inventor of the coffee table, as books describing coffee tables existed in the UK a decade before his birth in 1872.

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Why is it called a coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
Coffee tables were originally used in living spaces during social gatherings to support a tray containing multiple mugs, a coffee pot, creamers and sugar bowls. Low to the ground and centrally located in the space, coffee tables reduced the host or hostess’s need to constantly stand and serve her guests.
Are end tables taller than coffee tables?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
Yes, end tables are generally taller than coffee tables.

The term “end table” is frequently used interchangeably with “coffee table,” and while these two furnishings have much in common, each table type offers its 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.

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What is the difference between a coffee table and a cocktail table?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
While both pieces are relatively new to the furniture world, the main difference between them are their shapes. A cocktail table is generally square or rectangular in shape, while a coffee table tends to be oval or circular in shape. You can shop a collection of furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between a sofa table and a coffee table?
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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.
Do end tables need to match coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
End tables and coffee tables do not need to match. Nevertheless it can be nice to have a similar color scheme or have one set of end tables match and perhaps have the coffee table match a TV stand.
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.
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.
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.
How do you stack books on a coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
To stack books on a coffee table, place the largest one on the bottom with the spine facing the focal piece of furniture, usually the sofa. Then, add the next largest, lining up the inner edges so that the spines create a stepped effect. Continue adding books to complete the stack and top it off with a decorative object if you wish. Shop a variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
How big should a coffee table be for a sectional?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
How big a coffee table for a sectional should be depends on the dimensions of the sectional. For a balanced look, a coffee table should be roughly two-thirds of the length of the sofa portion of a sofa and chaise sectional. If you have an L-shaped sofa, the coffee table should be around two-thirds of the length of each arm. Find a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
Should a coffee table be lower than a couch?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
Yes, a coffee table should generally be lower than a couch. However, the top of the table should only be slightly lower than the couch to maintain a balanced look. A good rule of thumb is to choose a table no more than one inch shorter than your sofa's seat height. Explore a large collection of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
What is the average height of a coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
The average height of a coffee table is around 16 to 18 inches. Designers typically choose this height to create a balance between coffee tables and sofas. The average seat height of sofas is 17 to 18 inches, and experts typically recommend that coffee tables be no more than 1 inch shorter than sofa-seat height. Explore a diverse assortment of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
What is the best coffee table for a sectional?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
The best coffee table for a sectional can be a round coffee table, particularly with respect to U-shaped sectionals. The circular design creates a sense of balance in small spaces and renders it easy for guests to move to and fro, especially when surrounded by chairs. Find a collection of antique and vintage coffee tables on 1stDibs today.

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