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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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Decorator Italian Mediterranean Green Painted 3 Tier Glass Curio Side Table

$395

H 27 in W 28 in D 24 in

Decorator Italian Mediterranean Green Painted 3 Tier Glass Curio Side Table

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Decorator Italian Mediterranean Green Distress Painted 3 Tier Glass Curio Side Table. Item features

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Wood

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$400

H 4 in W 2.75 in D 2.75 in

Fratelli Toso Murano Clear Red Italian Art Glass Puppy Dog Paperweight Figure

By Fratelli Toso

Located in Kissimmee, FL

on your dresser, side table to curio cabinet. You will be able to showcase it as a decorative piece

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Opalescent White Blue Bubbles Italian Art Glass Dove Bird Figurines

$487Sale Price / set|25% Off

H 3.25 in W 2.75 in D 5.75 in

Murano Opalescent White Blue Bubbles Italian Art Glass Dove Bird Figurines

By Fratelli Toso

Located in Kissimmee, FL

. Would make great display pieces on any desk, side table or curio cabinet. You will be able to showcase

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

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Glass, Opaline Glass, Sommerso, Murano Glass, Blown Glass, Art Glass

Murano Seguso Vetri D'Arte Poli Sommerso Italian Art Glass Squirrel Sculpture

$1,250

H 6 in W 3.25 in D 6.5 in

Murano Seguso Vetri D'Arte Poli Sommerso Italian Art Glass Squirrel Sculpture

By Flavio Poli, Seguso Vetri d'Arte

Located in Kissimmee, FL

thick glass, and is heavy. Would make a great display piece on any desk, curio cabinet or side table

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso

Antique Cloisonné-Inlaid Brass Bud Vase with Double Handles

$348

H 4.75 in Dm 3.75 in

Antique Cloisonné-Inlaid Brass Bud Vase with Double Handles

Located in West Hollywood, CA

. Whether displayed on a curio shelf, side table, or within a collection of fine antiques, this vase

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Materials

Brass, Enamel

Murano Opalescent Blue Green Italian Art Glass Horse Pony Paperweight Sculpture

$335Sale Price|33% Off

H 5 in Dm 3.5 in

Murano Opalescent Blue Green Italian Art Glass Horse Pony Paperweight Sculpture

By Fratelli Toso

Located in Kissimmee, FL

piece on any desk, curio cabinet or side table. Mid-century era. Measures: 5" tall.

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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Opaline Glass, Glass

A.Ve.M. Murano Rainbow Silver Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Stripes Fish Figure

$562Sale Price|25% Off

H 3.38 in W 6.5 in D 2.25 in

A.Ve.M. Murano Rainbow Silver Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Stripes Fish Figure

By Arte Vetraria Muranese (AVEM)

Located in Kissimmee, FL

cabinet or side table. Use it as a paperweight, or display it up on a shelf as a sculpture. Mid-century

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Silver Leaf, Gold Leaf

Pair of Antique Chinese Carved Rosewood Hongmu Bamboo Etageres

$2,225 / set

H 30 in W 20 in D 9 in

Pair of Antique Chinese Carved Rosewood Hongmu Bamboo Etageres

Located in Forney, TX

cabinet / side table. Exquisitely handmade in the early 20th century, crafted from richly colored

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Early 20th Century Shelves

Materials

Faux Bamboo, Rosewood

Carlo Scarpa Venini Murano Bollicine White Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Vase

$1,050Sale Price|25% Off

H 3.38 in W 3 in D 3 in

Carlo Scarpa Venini Murano Bollicine White Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Vase

By Venini, Carlo Scarpa

Located in Kissimmee, FL

great display piece on any desk, curio cabinet or side table. Thick and heavy for the size. Art Deco

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Gold Leaf

Vintage Murano Art Glass Black Bird Mid-Century Modern, 1960's

$495

H 6.25 in W 11 in D 3 in

Vintage Murano Art Glass Black Bird Mid-Century Modern, 1960's

By Barovier

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

on any desk as a crystal paperweight or in a curio cabinet or side table to any addition for a

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French Louis XV Style Giltwood Shield Shaped Curio Side Table, Early 1900

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French Louis XV Style Giltwood Shield Shaped Curio Side Table, Early 1900

Located in Big Flats, NY

Antique French Louis XV style curio occasional table features giltwood triangular napkin fold

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Early 20th Century Louis XV Cabinets

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Glass, Giltwood

French Empire Mahogany Bijouterie Curio Table

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French Empire Mahogany Bijouterie Curio Table

Located in New York, US

Our exceptional curio table in the French Empire style is crafted from mahogany with engine-turned

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Antique Early 18th Century French Empire Side Tables

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Bronze

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Unusual Chinese Carved Marble Topped Curio Table

Located in Astoria, NY

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19th Century French Bronze Mounted Mahogany Curio Table

Located in New York, NY

French 19th century Bronze Mounted Mahogany Curio Table.

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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Side Tables

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Glass, Wood

19th Century Mahogany Heart Shaped Display Curio Bijouterie Table

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19th Century Mahogany Heart Shaped Display Curio Bijouterie Table

Located in London, GB

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Antique English Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany Small Bijouterie Curio Display Table

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Antique English Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany Small Bijouterie Curio Display Table

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique English Edwardian Inlaid Mahogany Small Bijouterie Curio Display Table. Item features

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Edwardian Mahogany Satinwood Marquetry Inlaid Curio Cabinet

Located in San Francisco, CA

A very pretty Edwardian mahogany and satinwood curio cabinet, the crossbanded case beautifully

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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Side Tables

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Mahogany, Satinwood

Vintage Mahogany Curio Display Cabinet End Side Table Vitrine Nightstand 25"

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Vintage Mahogany Curio Display Cabinet End Side Table Vitrine Nightstand 25"

Located in Dayton, OH

Vintage curio display cabinet / side table / apothecary vitrine. Made of mahogany featuring upper

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Late 20th Century Night Stands

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Glass, Mahogany

19th C. Bamboo Bar Shelf

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19th C. Bamboo Bar Shelf

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

display or side table.

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Antique 19th Century American Shelves

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Bamboo

Mahogany Queen Anne Glass Top Bijouterie Vitrine Curio Display Case Side Table 2

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Mahogany Queen Anne Glass Top Bijouterie Vitrine Curio Display Case Side Table 2

Located in Dayton, OH

Vintage Queen Anne style Bijouterie / Vitrine / Curio Display table. Made of mahogany featuring

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Late 20th Century Queen Anne Vitrines

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Barovier Toso Murano Purple Bubbles Italian Art Glass Bird Sculpture Figurine

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H 3 in W 4.75 in D 2 in

Barovier Toso Murano Purple Bubbles Italian Art Glass Bird Sculpture Figurine

By Barovier&Toso

Located in Kissimmee, FL

side table. Mid-century era. Measures: 4 3/4” long x 3” tall x 2” wide.

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Barbini Murano Green Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Camel Sculpture Figurine

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H 6.25 in W 2 in D 5 in

Barbini Murano Green Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Camel Sculpture Figurine

By Archimede Seguso, Alfredo Barbini, Salviati

Located in Kissimmee, FL

. Would make a great display piece for any Nativity scene on a side table or curio cabinet. Mid-Century

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Carlo Scarpa - Murano, Venini, "Bubbles" vase 1930 ca

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H 5.12 in Dm 5.32 in

Carlo Scarpa - Murano, Venini, "Bubbles" vase 1930 ca

By Carlo Scarpa, Venini

Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA

in several Venini books. Would make a great display piece on any desk, curio cabinet or side table

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass

Murano Glowing Uranium Italian Art Glass Frog Paperweight Figurine Sculpture

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H 3.25 in W 4 in D 4.75 in

Murano Glowing Uranium Italian Art Glass Frog Paperweight Figurine Sculpture

By Salviati, Seguso Vetri d'Arte

Located in Kissimmee, FL

with red dots. Would make a great display piece on any desk, side table or curio cabinet. Mid-century

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Archimede Seguso Murano Black White Italian Art Glass Elephant Figure Sculpture

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H 7 in W 3.25 in D 5.25 in

Archimede Seguso Murano Black White Italian Art Glass Elephant Figure Sculpture

By Archimede Seguso

Located in Kissimmee, FL

display on a side table or curio cabinet. The elephant has its trunk up, which many believe signifies good

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

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Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Glass

Carlo Scarpa Venini Murano Signed Bollicine Gold Leaf Italian Art Glass Ashtray

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H 1.38 in Dm 5.75 in

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By Carlo Scarpa, Venini

Located in Kissimmee, FL

piece on any desk, curio cabinet or side table. Unusual color and design. Made of thick and heavy glass

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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Decorative Bowls

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Gold Leaf

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Curio Side Table For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the curio side table you’re looking for. Each curio side table for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using glass, blown glass and metal. If you’re shopping for a curio side table, we have 25 options in-stock, while there are 3 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer curio side table, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A curio side table, designed in the mid-century modern, Art Deco or Hollywood Regency style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made curio side table over the years, but those crafted by Archimede Seguso, Belgo Chrome and Carlo Scarpa are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Curio Side Table?

The average selling price for a curio side table at 1stDibs is $1,741, while they’re typically $45 on the low end and $21,802 for the highest priced.

Questions About Curio Side Table

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 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 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?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
To determine whether a side table is an antique, closely examine its details. Older pieces will typically have telltale features like wood pegs, hand-cut dovetails with some slight imperfections and mortise-and-tenon construction. Tables that are a consistent color throughout or have machine-cut moldings or carvings are unlikely to be antiques. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can be a helpful resource when dating tables. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and modern side tables on 1stDibs.
What are tiny side tables called?
1 Answer
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.
What is a tall side table called?
1 Answer
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.
Should a side table be lower than a sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
No, a side table shouldn't always be lower than a sofa. To make it easy to access items on a table, a sofa's arms should generally be no more than 2 to 3 inches above or below the tabletop. This rule of thumb differs from the one for coffee tables, which should be as tall or 1 to 2 inches shorter than the seat height of the sofa to ensure a balanced look. Explore a large selection of side tables on 1stDibs.