What are low tables called?

Low tables are usually called coffee tables. The name comes from the table height being designed to make it easy to place something, such as a cup of coffee, on the tabletop while seated on a sofa. Alternatively, people may refer to these low tables as cocktail tables. Explore a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

Can a coffee table be too low?

Yes, a coffee table can be too low. Most experts recommend choosing a coffee table that is around one to two inches lower than the seat height of your sofa or loveseat. You may find it difficult to access items on the tabletop while seated if you choose a shorter table. In addition, an overly low coffee table can make a room feel cramped or unbalanced. However, there are exceptions to this rule. Sometimes, designers intentionally place ultra-low coffee tables in spaces to create a bold contrast in a large room. Feel free to break from convention when choosing a coffee table. What's most important is that the finished result appeals to you and allows you to enjoy your seating area to the fullest. Shop a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary coffee tables on 1stDibs.

Why are console tables so low?

Console tables are not low. Typically, consoles are about the height of a desk but are much narrower. As a result, they work well against walls and can be used to hold lamps and decorative objects. While modern console tables commonly feature four legs, you can still find the two-legged variety, which is ideal for nestling behind the sofa. Some also feature shelves for display and storage space or cabinet doors and drawers for hiding clutter. Find vintage console tables on 1stDibs.

Why are Japanese dining tables low?

The chabudai, or the short Japanese dining table makes the most of limited space by serving many functions in a Japanese home. They often feature collapsible legs so they can be stored. Diners sit on pillows on the floor, rather than chairs, again freeing up more space by not having bulky chairs. Shop a collection of Japanese furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Why are modern coffee tables so low?

Modern coffee tables tend to be low because they’re most commonly placed in front of couches and chairs. Historically, coffee tables were placed behind the couch which necessitated a taller table. Over time, as styles changed and coffee tables came to be positioned in front of couches, their heights were lowered to accommodate the modern arrangement. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage and contemporary coffee tables from some of the world’s top sellers.

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 12 inches too low for a coffee table?

No, 12 inches isn’t necessarily too low for a coffee table. For balance, choose a coffee table that is about two to four inches lower than the seat of the largest piece of furniture around it. Usually, this will be the sofa. If your sofa’s seat is 14 to 16 inches high, a 12-inch coffee table will likely be in proportion. Find an assortment of coffee tables 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 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.

What's the difference between a nightstand and a side table?

Nightstands are purpose-built for the bedroom, usually with a drawer or shelf sized for a lamp and small items, while side tables are a more general-purpose form used throughout the home.

What coffee table height works best with a low mid-century modern sofa?

Look for a table 15 to 18 inches tall to match the lower seat height common to mid-century sofas; a taller table can feel out of proportion next to a low-slung frame.

Low Side Tables

Shimmer Table

Dining Table With Metal Inlay

Bel Air Table by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

$7,550

Bel Air Table by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Being cast in solid bronze, this table stands apart from your typical table. It works well as a low side table or as a small coffee table.

Category

2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass, Bronze

1950's Mid Century Small Table Or Rack

$170

1950's Mid Century Small Table Or Rack

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1950's Low Mid Century Side Table. Simple slatted French side table made from quarter cut ash.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Side Tables

Materials

Beech

Pair of Chinese Round Corner Cube Tables

$2,580 / set

Pair of Chinese Round Corner Cube Tables

Located in Chicago, IL

The streamlined form of these low Chinese side tables draws from the austere designs of Ming-dynasty furniture.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Qing Side Tables

Materials

Elm

Kartell Undique Table by Patricia Urquiola

$1,249 / item

Kartell Undique Table by Patricia Urquiola

By Kartell, Patricia Urquiola

Located in Brooklyn, NY

UNDIQUE is a collection of side and low tables, designed to form islands of conviviality in the home.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel

1970s Willy Rizzo Square Two-Tiered Coffee Table

$2,400

1970s Willy Rizzo Square Two-Tiered Coffee Table

By Willy Rizzo

Located in New York, NY

A square French two-tiered low side tables with chrome and gunmetal finish metal and smokey glass tops.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Chrome

Pair Of Industrial Brushed Steel Factory Tray Tables

$975 / set

Pair Of Industrial Brushed Steel Factory Tray Tables

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Their design allows them to function easily as low side tables, coffee tables, or even benches by just adding a cushion.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Steel

1970s Chinese Laminated Newspaper Nesting Tables, Soban Form

$4,110 / set

1970s Chinese Laminated Newspaper Nesting Tables, Soban Form

Located in Southampton, NJ

The set nests elegantly together, forming a dynamic sculptural grouping when arranged as a cluster while allowing flexibility as individual side tables or low coffee tables. The gent...

Category

Vintage 1970s Chinese Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Paper

1980s Hand Carved Wood Antique Octagonal Table in Oriental Style

$1,828

1980s Hand Carved Wood Antique Octagonal Table in Oriental Style

Located in Marbella, ES

An ideal decorative piece as a side table, low coffee table, or accent element in classic, rustic, or oriental-inspired interiors.

Category

Late 20th Century Spanish Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Pair of Japanese Samurai Saddle Leather Tables with Gold Checkerboard Motif

$7,000 / set

Pair of Japanese Samurai Saddle Leather Tables with Gold Checkerboard Motif

Located in Troy, MI

A pair of modern tables made from 18th - 19th Century Japanese saddle flaps (Aori) Surfaces crafted of inlaid antique Samurai saddle pads in black leather with gold checkerboard dec...

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood

19th C. Edo Money Chest Iron-Riveted " Zenibako"/ Trunk Table Pedestals Wabisabi

$2,900

19th C. Edo Money Chest Iron-Riveted " Zenibako"/ Trunk Table Pedestals Wabisabi

Located in 足利市, JP

Bridging historic Mingei folk art, Wabi-Sabi authenticity, and a rugged Brutalist aesthetic, this piece transcends historical storage to serve as a versatile functional statement—ide...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Side Tables

Materials

Iron

A Mid-Century Modern Live Edge Wood Table Sculptural, Brutalist

$6,855

A Mid-Century Modern Live Edge Wood Table Sculptural, Brutalist

Located in PARIS, FR

A spectacular low table or a side table (it can be used as a low console), Modernist, Brutalist, Forme-Libre, the tray being cut in a beautiful piece of a raw and massive wood depict...

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Antique French Gilt Bronze Mounted Louis XV–XVI Transitional Low Table

$2,975

Antique French Gilt Bronze Mounted Louis XV–XVI Transitional Low Table

Located in Norwood, NJ

Designed at the height of a coffee or low side table, the piece balances the graceful curves of Rococo design with the emerging restraint and symmetry of Neoclassicism.

Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XV Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

NEW Norr11 Gear Chalk Table by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl in STOCK

$315Sale Price|50% Off

NEW Norr11 Gear Chalk Table by Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl in STOCK

By Kristian Sofus Hansen, Norr11, Tommy Hyldahl

Located in New York, NY

In STOCK - CHALK SIDE TABLE Comes as a tall side table or low coffee table.

Category

2010s European Side Tables

Materials

Concrete

French Art Deco Coffee Table in Hand-Hammered Copper & Wrought Iron, 1930s

$3,370

French Art Deco Coffee Table in Hand-Hammered Copper & Wrought Iron, 1930s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Overall Measures: 60.5 cm diameter x 43 cm height (23.81 in diameter x 16.92 in height) Side Table // Low Table // Center Table // End Table // Drinks Table // Coffee Table.

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Wrought Iron, Copper, Iron

"Antelmo" Contemporary Side Table II, Handmade

$630 / item

"Antelmo" Contemporary Side Table II, Handmade

By Ad Hoc

Located in Metepec, MX

Low side table “Antelmo III”: Tzalam solid wood and copper.

Category

2010s Mexican Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass, Copper, Stainless Steel

"Antelmo" Contemporary Side Table I, Handmade Mexican Design

$580 / item

"Antelmo" Contemporary Side Table I, Handmade Mexican Design

By Ad Hoc

Located in Metepec, MX

Low side table “Antelmo III”: Tzalam solid wood and copper.

Category

2010s Mexican Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass, Copper, Stainless Steel

Late Qing Dynasty Low Kang Waterfall Table with Drawers and Brass Plates

$3,200

Late Qing Dynasty Low Kang Waterfall Table with Drawers and Brass Plates

Located in Yonkers, NY

Created in China during the Late Qing Dynasty in the early years of the 20th century, this low table, which could nowadays be used as a coffee table or a low side table, features a r...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Pair of Alvar Aalto Vintage Birch X600 Fan Leg Stools - Mid-Century Modern 1960s

$4,000 / set

Pair of Alvar Aalto Vintage Birch X600 Fan Leg Stools - Mid-Century Modern 1960s

By ICF New York, Alvar Aalto, Artek

Located in St. Louis, MO

Designer: Alvar Aalto (Finnish, 1898–1976) Manufacturer: Artek (Finland) / Imported Era Model: X600 (Low Stool / Side Table) Design Period: Designed in 1954; manufactured circa 19...

Category

Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Birch

Ipanema round side table, Rosso levanto Marble top, light bronze Brass legs

$4,999 / item

Ipanema round side table, Rosso levanto Marble top, light bronze Brass legs

By Duistt

Located in Leça da Palmeira, PT

Its balanced proportions and sculptural presence make it ideal as an end-of-sofa table, low side table, or accent guéridon in sophisticated interiors.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

Modern Ipanema Brass Round Side Table, Darkened Oak Top, light bronze Brass legs

$4,826 / item

Modern Ipanema Brass Round Side Table, Darkened Oak Top, light bronze Brass legs

By Duistt

Located in Leça da Palmeira, PT

Its balanced proportions and sculptural presence make it ideal as an end-of-sofa table, low side table, or accent guéridon in sophisticated interiors.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

Italian Slatted Wooden Bench / Low Table, 20th Century

$1,473

Italian Slatted Wooden Bench / Low Table, 20th Century

Located in Oud Beijerland, NL

This versatile piece can be used as a bench or as a low side table, making it suitable for a variety of interiors—from mid-century to contemporary settings.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Steel

Pair of Chinese Export Red Lacquer Chippendale Style Sofa Side Tables Christie's

$2,782 / set

Pair of Chinese Export Red Lacquer Chippendale Style Sofa Side Tables Christie's

By Thomas Chippendale, Christie's

Located in Reading, Berkshire

They can be used as sofa tables, occasional tables, low side tables or bedside tables, either displayed together or positioned separately within a room.

Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sofa Tables

Materials

Lacquer

Low Chinese Rootwood Side Table

$1,980

Low Chinese Rootwood Side Table

Located in Chicago, IL

The organic form of this rootwood side table would have appealed to the refined tastes of Ming and Qing dynasty literati, who favored natural formations with sinuous contours and wil...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Organic Modern End Tables

Materials

Wood

Contemporary Ipanema round side table, Twilight marble top, legs brushed brass

$4,999 / item

Contemporary Ipanema round side table, Twilight marble top, legs brushed brass

By Duistt

Located in Leça da Palmeira, PT

Its balanced proportions and sculptural presence make it ideal as an end-of-sofa table, low side table, or accent guéridon in sophisticated interiors.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Mid-Century Modern Coffee and C...

Materials

Marble, Brass

Antique Italian Louis XV Rocaille Style Bombe Demilune Table

$1,995

Antique Italian Louis XV Rocaille Style Bombe Demilune Table

Located in Forney, TX

A rare and a little unusual carved gilt wood console table from the early 20th century. Hand-crafted in Italy, solid wood construction, distressed painted gold lacquered gilded br...

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Louis XV Console Tables

Materials

Giltwood

Coffee table Classicon Menton Table design Eileen Gray Adjustable to two heights

$3,637 / item

Coffee table Classicon Menton Table design Eileen Gray Adjustable to two heights

By Eileen Gray

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

With a simple twist, the table transforms from a low side table or coffee table to a high dining or work table, demonstrating Gray’s innovative approach to multifunctional furniture.

Category

2010s German Dessert Tables and Tilt-top Tables

Materials

Steel

Jean Side Tables Tall and Low

$2,415 / set

Jean Side Tables Tall and Low

By Mambo Unlimited Ideas

Located in Lisbon, PT

Jean side tables are unique in their conception. The combination of three different marbles make them a sign of unconformity and originality. The combination in the picture is in Est...

Category

2010s Portuguese Brutalist End Tables

Materials

Marble

Georgian Oak Low Boy Or Side Table.

$1,705

Georgian Oak Low Boy Or Side Table.

Located in Oxfordshire, GB

Antique English George the III Oak Lowboy Side Table. A charming antique English oak lowboy side table, beautifully crafted with elegant proportions and rich character. Constructed f...

Category

Antique 1820s British George III Lowboys

Materials

Oak

English 18thC Pine Low Boy Side Table

$4,024

English 18thC Pine Low Boy Side Table

Located in Staffordshire, GB

circa 1790 English 18thC Pine Low Boy Side Table sku 2159 W89 x D54 x H71 cm Weight 13Kg

Category

Antique 18th Century Lowboys

Materials

Pine

Low Walnut Octagonal Side Table by Baker

$835

Low Walnut Octagonal Side Table by Baker

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Fraser, MI

Please feel free to reach out for accurate shipping quote to your location. Low walnut octagonal side table by Baker Furniture.

Category

Vintage 1950s Gueridon

Materials

Walnut, Lacquer

English 18thC Oak Low Boy Side Table

$4,024

English 18thC Oak Low Boy Side Table

Located in Staffordshire, GB

circa 1780 English 18thC Oak Low Boy Side Table sku 2146 W85.5 x D52.5 x H71 cm Weight 19Kg

Category

Antique 18th Century Lowboys

Materials

Oak

Antelmo Coffee Table III

$1,020 / item

Antelmo Coffee Table III

By Ad Hoc

Located in Metepec, MX

Low side table “Antelmo III”: Tzalam solid wood and copper.

Category

2010s Mexican Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass, Copper, Stainless Steel

Rare Vintage Coffee Table by Artek, Teak & Birch, Finland, circa 1960s

$2,056

Rare Vintage Coffee Table by Artek, Teak & Birch, Finland, circa 1960s

By Alvar Aalto, Artek

Located in Karis, Nyland

The design is direct and functional, with softly rounded legs, clean joinery, and a lively teak grain that brings warmth to the surface. In a rare size, the table sits comfortably at...

Category

Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Birch, Teak

Pair of Restored Mid-Century Small Tables, Larch Wood, Repolished, Czech. 1950s

$342 / set

Pair of Restored Mid-Century Small Tables, Larch Wood, Repolished, Czech. 1950s

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

This sensitive intervention preserved the authentic character of the tables while ensuring their excellent condition and readiness for continued use as stylish pedestals or low side ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Pedestals

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Gervasoni GUNA 12 Large Coffee Table - Chiara Andreatti - Blue

$1,565 / item

Gervasoni GUNA 12 Large Coffee Table - Chiara Andreatti - Blue

By Gervasoni, Chiara Andreatti

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Technical Details Brand: Gervasoni Designer: Chiara Andreatti Product Type: Coffee Table / Low Side Table Model: GUNA 12 Top: Round tabletop in Millgres finish Base: Sculptural base ...

Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Ceramic

Gervasoni GUNA 11 Large Coffee Table - Chiara Andreatti - Red

$1,462 / item

Gervasoni GUNA 11 Large Coffee Table - Chiara Andreatti - Red

By Gervasoni, Chiara Andreatti

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Technical Details Brand: Gervasoni Designer: Chiara Andreatti Product Type: Coffee Table / Low Side Table Model: GUNA 11 Top: Round tabletop in Millgres finish Base: Sculptural base ...

Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Ceramic

Gervasoni GUNA 11 Large Coffee Table - Chiara Andreatti - Blue

$1,462 / item

Gervasoni GUNA 11 Large Coffee Table - Chiara Andreatti - Blue

By Gervasoni, Chiara Andreatti

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Technical Details Brand: Gervasoni Designer: Chiara Andreatti Product Type: Coffee Table / Low Side Table Model: GUNA 11 Top: Round tabletop in Millgres finish Base: Sculptural base ...

Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Ceramic

Gervasoni GUNA 11 Small Coffee Table - Chiara Andreatti - Blue

$1,196 / item

Gervasoni GUNA 11 Small Coffee Table - Chiara Andreatti - Blue

By Gervasoni, Chiara Andreatti

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Technical Details Brand: Gervasoni Designer: Chiara Andreatti Product Type: Coffee Table / Low Side Table Model: GUNA 11 Top: Round tabletop in Millgres finish Base: Sculptural base ...

Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Ceramic

Gervasoni GUNA 11 Small Coffee Table - Chiara Andreatti - Red

$1,196 / item

Gervasoni GUNA 11 Small Coffee Table - Chiara Andreatti - Red

By Gervasoni, Chiara Andreatti

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Technical Details Brand: Gervasoni Designer: Chiara Andreatti Product Type: Coffee Table / Low Side Table Model: GUNA 11 Top: Round tabletop in Millgres finish Base: Sculptural base ...

Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Ceramic

Swedish Coffee Table in Pine, 1930s

$4,570

Swedish Coffee Table in Pine, 1930s

Located in Karlstad, SE

With its relatively narrow proportions, the piece is particularly versatile and works beautifully as a coffee table, low side table or bench-like table in both traditional and contem...

Category

20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables

Materials

Pine

Vintage Coastal Lacquered Stick Rattan Coffee Table After Henry Olko

$2,950

Vintage Coastal Lacquered Stick Rattan Coffee Table After Henry Olko

By Henry Olko

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Its unique cube-like dimensions, measuring 15" wide, 15" deep, and 15" tall, make it incredibly versatile—ideal as a chic low side table, a stylish stand for a large plant or sculptu...

Category

Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Rattan, Glass, Lacquer

African Wooden Chair or Side Table, Ivory Coast

$1,890

African Wooden Chair or Side Table, Ivory Coast

Located in New York, NY

This can also be used as a low side table. A piece of art. This chair was sourced in the spirit of wabi-sabi, a Japanese philosophy that beauty can be found in imperfection and im...

Category

Antique 19th Century Indonesian Organic Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood

Gervasoni GUNA 12 Large Coffee Table - Chiara Andreatti - White

$1,565 / item

Gervasoni GUNA 12 Large Coffee Table - Chiara Andreatti - White

By Gervasoni, Chiara Andreatti

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Technical Details Brand: Gervasoni Designer: Chiara Andreatti Product Type: Coffee Table / Low Side Table Model: GUNA 12 Top: Round tabletop in Millgres finish Base: Sculptural base ...

Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Ceramic

Gervasoni GUNA 11 Large Coffee Table - Chiara Andreatti - White

$1,462 / item

Gervasoni GUNA 11 Large Coffee Table - Chiara Andreatti - White

By Gervasoni, Chiara Andreatti

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Technical Details Brand: Gervasoni Designer: Chiara Andreatti Product Type: Coffee Table / Low Side Table Model: GUNA 11 Top: Round tabletop in Millgres finish Base: Sculptural base ...

Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Ceramic

Gervasoni GUNA 12 Small Coffee Table - Chiara Andreatti - Red

$1,297 / item

Gervasoni GUNA 12 Small Coffee Table - Chiara Andreatti - Red

By Gervasoni, Chiara Andreatti

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Technical Details Brand: Gervasoni Designer: Chiara Andreatti Product Type: Coffee Table / Low Side Table Model: GUNA 12 Top: Round tabletop in Millgres finish Base: Sculptural base ...

Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Ceramic

Gervasoni GUNA 12 Small Coffee Table - Chiara Andreatti - White

$1,297 / item

Gervasoni GUNA 12 Small Coffee Table - Chiara Andreatti - White

By Gervasoni, Chiara Andreatti

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Technical Details Brand: Gervasoni Designer: Chiara Andreatti Product Type: Coffee Table / Low Side Table Model: GUNA 12 Top: Round tabletop in Millgres finish Base: Sculptural base ...

Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Ceramic

Gervasoni GUNA 12 Small Coffee Table - Chiara Andreatti - Blue

$1,297 / item

Gervasoni GUNA 12 Small Coffee Table - Chiara Andreatti - Blue

By Gervasoni, Chiara Andreatti

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Technical Details Brand: Gervasoni Designer: Chiara Andreatti Product Type: Coffee Table / Low Side Table Model: GUNA 12 Top: Round tabletop in Millgres finish Base: Sculptural base ...

Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Ceramic

Gervasoni GUNA 11 Small Coffee Table - Chiara Andreatti - White

$1,196 / item

Gervasoni GUNA 11 Small Coffee Table - Chiara Andreatti - White

By Gervasoni, Chiara Andreatti

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Technical Details Brand: Gervasoni Designer: Chiara Andreatti Product Type: Coffee Table / Low Side Table Model: GUNA 11 Top: Round tabletop in Millgres finish Base: Sculptural base ...

Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Ceramic

African Wooden Chair or Side Table, Ivory Coast

$1,890

African Wooden Chair or Side Table, Ivory Coast

Located in New York, NY

This can also be used as a low side table. A piece of art. This chair was sourced in the spirit of wabi-sabi, a Japanese philosophy that beauty can be found in imperfection and i...

Category

Antique 19th Century Indonesian Chairs

Materials

Wood

E15 Enoki Low Metal Side Table Designed by Philipp Mainzer

$4,120 / item

E15 Enoki Low Metal Side Table Designed by Philipp Mainzer

By Philipp Mainzer, e15

Located in New York, NY

he iconic side table ENOKI by Philipp Mainzer is introduced in all metal, highlighting its essential and minimal form. Made of steel, powder-coated in colours silk grey, pure orange ...

Category

2010s German Tables

Materials

Steel

E15 Enoki Low Metal Side Table Designed by Philipp Mainzer

$4,120 / item

E15 Enoki Low Metal Side Table Designed by Philipp Mainzer

By e15, Philipp Mainzer

Located in New York, NY

he iconic side table ENOKI by Philipp Mainzer is introduced in all metal, highlighting its essential and minimal form. Made of steel, powder-coated in colours silk grey, pure orange ...

Category

2010s German Tables

Materials

Steel

Table Rent Low High Low Sofa Side Italian Bologna Sliding Top Walnut Baroque

$5,456

Table Rent Low High Low Sofa Side Italian Bologna Sliding Top Walnut Baroque

Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK

- Rare small, low 24" high Bologna rent table with sliding top - Stunning, finely figured 1.5inch, 4cm thick, original sliding top - Characteristic Bologna turnings and ornamentat...

Category

Antique 1650s Italian Baroque Sofa Tables

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Low Kang Table with Horse Hoof Feet and Pierced Sides

$1,025

Vintage Low Kang Table with Horse Hoof Feet and Pierced Sides

Located in Yonkers, NY

A vintage Chinese low kang table from the mid-20th century, with pierced sides and horse hoof feet.

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Tables

Materials

Wood

Table Low Side Block Open Vintage 1960s Pale Honey

$3,410

Table Low Side Block Open Vintage 1960s Pale Honey

Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK

- Striking and tactile 1960s open cube table or stool injecting atmosphere into the modern or contemporary interior - Made from an exotic wood with natural and original two-tone pal...

Category

Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables

Materials

Wood

E15 Enoki Low Metal Black Side Table Designed by Philipp Mainzer

$4,120 / item

E15 Enoki Low Metal Black Side Table Designed by Philipp Mainzer

By e15, Philipp Mainzer

Located in New York, NY

he iconic side table ENOKI by Philipp Mainzer is introduced in all metal, highlighting its essential and minimal form. Made of steel, powder-coated in colours silk grey, pure orange ...

Category

2010s German Tables

Materials

Steel

French Art Deco Low Table/Pair Of Side Tables

$6,600 / set

French Art Deco Low Table/Pair Of Side Tables

By Michel Dufet

Located in Westport, CT

Pair of Art Deco side tables in rosewood and Carpathian elm, put them together to create one long low table or split them up for use as side tables, note excellent quality of wood an...

Category

20th Century French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Rosewood, Maple

Small 19th Century French Studded Chest - Trunk

$886

Small 19th Century French Studded Chest - Trunk

Located in Basingstoke, Hampshire

A charming small trunk that would lend itself extremely well to use as a low side table. Height - 42cm Width - 56cm Depth - 32cm

Category

Antique 19th Century European Blanket Chests

Materials

Pine

Restored Mid-Century Minimalist Pedestal, Oak, Revived Polish, Czech, 1960s

$228

Restored Mid-Century Minimalist Pedestal, Oak, Revived Polish, Czech, 1960s

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

It functions brilliantly as a stand for a large statement houseplant or sculptural art object, as a low side table beside a lounge chair in a living room, or as a distinctive archite...

Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Pedestals

Materials

Wood, Oak, Lacquer

E15 Enoki Low Steel, yellow zinc-plated Side Table by Philipp Mainzer

$4,730 / item

E15 Enoki Low Steel, yellow zinc-plated Side Table by Philipp Mainzer

By e15, Philipp Mainzer

Located in New York, NY

he iconic side table ENOKI by Philipp Mainzer is introduced in all metal, highlighting its essential and minimal form. Made of steel, powder-coated in colours silk grey, pure orange ...

Category

2010s German Tables

Materials

Steel

1950's Low Occasional Side Table By Tatra Pravenec

$675

1950's Low Occasional Side Table By Tatra Pravenec

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1950’s Low Occasional Side Table By Tatra Pravenec 1950’s Low Occasional Side Table By Tatra Pravenec.

Category

Vintage 1950s Czech Dining Room Tables

Materials

Bentwood

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Low Side Tables For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of low side tables available for sale. Each of these unique low side tables was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and glass. There are 345 antique and vintage low side tables for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 94 modern editions to choose from as well. Low side tables have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Low side tables are generally popular furniture pieces, but Modern, Mid-Century Modern and Art Deco styles are often sought at 1stDibs. If space is limited, there are small low side tables measuring 6 inches across. Low side tables have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Angelo Mangiarotti, ClassiCon and Dessie Studio are consistently popular.

How Much are Low Side Tables?

Prices for low side tables start at $55 and top out at $36,894 with the average selling for $2,207.

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 Low Side Tables

What are low tables called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
Low tables are usually called coffee tables. The name comes from the table height being designed to make it easy to place something, such as a cup of coffee, on the tabletop while seated on a sofa. Alternatively, people may refer to these low tables as cocktail tables. Explore a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
Can a coffee table be too low?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
Yes, a coffee table can be too low. Most experts recommend choosing a coffee table that is around one to two inches lower than the seat height of your sofa or loveseat. You may find it difficult to access items on the tabletop while seated if you choose a shorter table. In addition, an overly low coffee table can make a room feel cramped or unbalanced. However, there are exceptions to this rule. Sometimes, designers intentionally place ultra-low coffee tables in spaces to create a bold contrast in a large room. Feel free to break from convention when choosing a coffee table. What's most important is that the finished result appeals to you and allows you to enjoy your seating area to the fullest. Shop a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary coffee tables on 1stDibs.
Why are console tables so low?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
Console tables are not low. Typically, consoles are about the height of a desk but are much narrower. As a result, they work well against walls and can be used to hold lamps and decorative objects. While modern console tables commonly feature four legs, you can still find the two-legged variety, which is ideal for nestling behind the sofa. Some also feature shelves for display and storage space or cabinet doors and drawers for hiding clutter. Find vintage console tables on 1stDibs.
Why are Japanese dining tables low?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The chabudai, or the short Japanese dining table makes the most of limited space by serving many functions in a Japanese home. They often feature collapsible legs so they can be stored. Diners sit on pillows on the floor, rather than chairs, again freeing up more space by not having bulky chairs. Shop a collection of Japanese furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
Why are modern coffee tables so low?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Modern coffee tables tend to be low because they’re most commonly placed in front of couches and chairs. Historically, coffee tables were placed behind the couch which necessitated a taller table. Over time, as styles changed and coffee tables came to be positioned in front of couches, their heights were lowered to accommodate the modern arrangement. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage and contemporary coffee tables from some of the world’s top sellers.
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.
Is 12 inches too low for a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
No, 12 inches isn’t necessarily too low for a coffee table. For balance, choose a coffee table that is about two to four inches lower than the seat of the largest piece of furniture around it. Usually, this will be the sofa. If your sofa’s seat is 14 to 16 inches high, a 12-inch coffee table will likely be in proportion. Find an assortment of coffee tables 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?
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.
What's the difference between a nightstand and a side table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Nightstands are purpose-built for the bedroom, usually with a drawer or shelf sized for a lamp and small items, while side tables are a more general-purpose form used throughout the home.
What coffee table height works best with a low mid-century modern sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Look for a table 15 to 18 inches tall to match the lower seat height common to mid-century sofas; a taller table can feel out of proportion next to a low-slung frame.

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