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 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.

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 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.

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 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.

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'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.

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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 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

1950's Low Occasional Side Table By Tatra Pravenec

$676

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

Set of Refined Contemporary Marble Oval Low Table and Side Table

$17,408 / set

Set of Refined Contemporary Marble Oval Low Table and Side Table

Located in Geneve, CH

Almost any size or marble is possible! All tables are signed and numbered (the low and side tables are only signed).

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Marble

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

$227

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

Fine Early 20th Century Antique English Arts & Crafts Golden Oak Coffee Table

$1,916

Fine Early 20th Century Antique English Arts & Crafts Golden Oak Coffee Table

Located in Nottingham, GB

Its combination of Arts and Crafts character, unusual heart motifs and warm golden oak makes it equally suitable as a coffee table, occasional table or low side table within a tradit...

Category

Early 20th Century Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Oak

19th C, Japanese Antique Sashimono low table / Wabisabi Side table Coffee Table

$1,460

19th C, Japanese Antique Sashimono low table / Wabisabi Side table Coffee Table

Located in 足利市, JP

An exquisite Japanese oval low table (Chabudai / display stand) originating from the early 20th century, meticulously constructed by a master joiner (Sashimono-shi). The centerpiece ...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood, Lacquer

Mid-Century American Classical Two-Tier Mahogany Low Console Side Table

$896Sale Price|25% Off

Mid-Century American Classical Two-Tier Mahogany Low Console Side Table

Located in Germantown, MD

Mid-Century American Classical Mahogany Magazine Rack small console Table, sofa table or side table. Measures 24" in width, 13" in depth and 22" in height. Lower tier clearance is 12...

Category

Mid-20th Century American American Classical Console Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Jean Side Tables Tall 52 and Low 38 - Set of 2

$2,403 / set

Jean Side Tables Tall 52 and Low 38 - Set of 2

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

Low Antique Oak Drop Leaf Side Table or Coffee Table

$1,200

Low Antique Oak Drop Leaf Side Table or Coffee Table

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Petite Antique oak drop leaf side table ,barley twist gate leg a beautiful oak gate leg, drop leaf table . It is a very petite size, which is the smallest size drop leaf table availa...

Category

20th Century Rustic Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Small 19th Century French Studded Chest - Trunk

$883

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

Hollywood Regency Low Glass Side Table Scroll Giltwood

$550

Hollywood Regency Low Glass Side Table Scroll Giltwood

Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

Scroll Giltwood base with capped balustrade columns. Thick oval glass top. Heavy detail in scrollwork. Curbside available to NYC/Philly $350

Category

20th Century American Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Giltwood

Coffee table ClassiCon Pli Side Table Low Design Victoria Wilmotte - Bronze

$2,034 / item

Coffee table ClassiCon Pli Side Table Low Design Victoria Wilmotte - Bronze

By Victoria Wilmotte

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

The Pli Side Table Low is the perfect companion for sofas, chairs, or beds.

Category

2010s German Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Coffee table ClassiCon Pli Side Table Low Design Victoria Wilmotte - Black

$2,034 / item

Coffee table ClassiCon Pli Side Table Low Design Victoria Wilmotte - Black

By Victoria Wilmotte

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

The Pli Side Table Low is the perfect companion for sofas, chairs, or beds.

Category

2010s German Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Coffee table ClassiCon Pli Side Table Low Design Victoria Wilmotte - Green

$2,034 / item

Coffee table ClassiCon Pli Side Table Low Design Victoria Wilmotte - Green

By Victoria Wilmotte

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

The Pli Side Table Low is the perfect companion for sofas, chairs, or beds.

Category

2010s German Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Coffee table ClassiCon Pli Side Table Low Design Victoria Wilmotte - Blue

$2,034 / item

Coffee table ClassiCon Pli Side Table Low Design Victoria Wilmotte - Blue

By Victoria Wilmotte

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

The Pli Side Table Low is the perfect companion for sofas, chairs, or beds.

Category

2010s German Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Vintage Baker Regency Style Burlwood Walnut Low Side End Tables - a Pair

$1,200 / set

Vintage Baker Regency Style Burlwood Walnut Low Side End Tables - a Pair

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Baker Regency Style Burlwood Walnut Low Side End Tables with Carved Stretcher Base - a Pair.

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Regency End Tables

Materials

Walnut

Giunto Side Low Table by Antrei Hartikainen for Cappellini

$2,475 / item

Giunto Side Low Table by Antrei Hartikainen for Cappellini

By Antrei Hartikainen, Cappellini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Designed by Finnish designer Antrei Hartikainen for Cappellini, Giunto is a collection of coffee tables inspired by organic forms found in nature. The curved, lens-like surfaces echo...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Cherry

20th Century Italian Low Octagonal Side Table in Walnut

$863Sale Price|20% Off

20th Century Italian Low Octagonal Side Table in Walnut

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

This is a beautiful and sophisticated side table made in Italy around the 80s, it perfectly reflects the distinctive character of Italian handcrafted furniture. Made of elegant waln...

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Minimal Pair of Nigh Stands by Cees Braakman for Pastoe the Netherlands, 1960's

$3,040Sale Price / set|20% Off

Minimal Pair of Nigh Stands by Cees Braakman for Pastoe the Netherlands, 1960's

By Cees Braakman, Pastoe

Located in bergen op zoom, NL

Pastoe furniture was always made and advertised as "Made to Measure" so this set can be easily dismantled and flat packed with a low volume for transportation They would also loo...

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Minimalist Night Stands

Materials

Formica, Teak, Plywood

Small old Japanese low table made of zelkova wood/modern side table

$1,500

Small old Japanese low table made of zelkova wood/modern side table

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This mini low table is a one-of-a-kind combination piece, assembled from two old Japanese work tables.

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Rodolfo Dordoni Sail Out Outdoor Table: Teak & Cement, Modern Design

$8,434 / item

Rodolfo Dordoni Sail Out Outdoor Table: Teak & Cement, Modern Design

By Rodolfo Dordoni

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

BASE Teak. Natural finish. The low side table of the Sail Out collection designed by Rodolfo Dordoni is available with a top in yellow/white or green/white terrazzo or in cement and...

Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Center Tables

Materials

Wood

Cantori Atenae Low Round Coffee Table / Luxury Side table with Black Ash Top

$4,700 / item

Cantori Atenae Low Round Coffee Table / Luxury Side table with Black Ash Top

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Technical Specifications & Dimensions Brand: Cantori Designer: Maurizio Manzoni Model: Atenae (Low Round Coffee Table) Product Type: Designer Coffee Table / Luxury Living Side Table ...

Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

THE DARK SIDE OF THE MOON Low Table in Striped Glass, by Piero Lissoni IN STOCK

$4,179 / item

THE DARK SIDE OF THE MOON Low Table in Striped Glass, by Piero Lissoni IN STOCK

By Glas Italia, Piero Lissoni

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The dark side of the moon low table is shown here in the laminated transparent extralight glass in striped.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tables

Materials

Glass

Pair of Dutch Modern low End side tables or Nightstands slatted pine bench

$1,800

Pair of Dutch Modern low End side tables or Nightstands slatted pine bench

By J.G. Steenkamer

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair of Dutch Modern coffee end side tables or Nightstands in solid slatted pine by J. G. Steenkamer for Creafort, Netherlands, c. 1960. Located in Brooklyn NYC Sold as a Set of (2)...

Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Scandinavian Modern End Tables

Materials

Pine

Pair of Low Mahogany and Brass Pedestal Side Tables by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

$5,520Sale Price / set|20% Off

Pair of Low Mahogany and Brass Pedestal Side Tables by Edward Wormley for Dunbar

By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Pair of Low Pedestal Occasional Side Tables Stained Mahogany with Brass Trimmed Sabot Model #5928C by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1960 D-shaped Metal Tag on underside of each T...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Brass

Table Folk Vernacular Small Side Low Elm Baroque Height 19" Length 22 .5"

$6,147

Table Folk Vernacular Small Side Low Elm Baroque Height 19" Length 22 .5"

Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK

- Rare small size, perfect height for sofa's and modern armchairs - The single plank elm top with beautiful figuring and stick legs are characteristic of folk and vernacular furnitur...

Category

Antique Early 1700s English Folk Art Sofa Tables

Materials

Elm

Pair of Side Tables / Low Consoles by Maison Baguès, France, 1970s

$3,767 / set

Pair of Side Tables / Low Consoles by Maison Baguès, France, 1970s

By Maison Baguès

Located in PARIS, FR

Pair of Side Tables / Low Consoles by Maison Baguès, France, 1970s Elegant and refined pair of low consoles or side tables by Maison Baguès, produced in France in the 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Table Low Side Walnut Spanish Carved Flowerhead Seville Folk 19.5" high 79" long

$8,153

Table Low Side Walnut Spanish Carved Flowerhead Seville Folk 19.5" high 79" long

Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK

- Rare small size, perfect height for sofa's and modern armchairs - The thick single plank walnut top and crisp, stylised carving are characteristic of Spanish furniture - This table...

Category

Antique 1660s Spanish Baroque Sofa Tables

Materials

Walnut

Faux Bamboo Brass Baguès Style Glass and Brass Square Low End Side Tables, Pair

$3,160Sale Price / set|32% Off

Faux Bamboo Brass Baguès Style Glass and Brass Square Low End Side Tables, Pair

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Their clean, geometric lines paired with the bamboo-inspired brass detail make them versatile pieces that easily complement both classic and contemporary interiors. Perfect as low e...

Category

Vintage 1960s French Hollywood Regency End Tables

Materials

Brass

Sabine Marcelis Candy Cube Low Pink Side Table Contemporary Polished Resin

$8,980 / item

Sabine Marcelis Candy Cube Low Pink Side Table Contemporary Polished Resin

By Sabine Marcelis

Located in Barcelona, ES

Sabine Marcelis Pink freestanding table From the series “Candy Cubes” Manufactured by Sabine Marcelis Produced for Side Gallery Rotterdam, The Netherlands 2017 High polished single ...

Category

2010s Dutch Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Resin

"Cuvee XL" Low Rectangular Side Table by Stephane Lebrun for Dessie'

$4,874 / item

"Cuvee XL" Low Rectangular Side Table by Stephane Lebrun for Dessie'

By Stephane Lebrun, Dessie Studio

Located in Brooklyn, NY

"Cuvee XL" is a low rectangular side table, designed by Stephane Lebrun and manufactured by Dessie', featuring a top in black MD walnut veneered or covered by black leather and a met...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel, Nickel

"Grand Cuvee" Low Rectangular Side Table by Stephane Lebrun for Dessie

$4,065 / item

"Grand Cuvee" Low Rectangular Side Table by Stephane Lebrun for Dessie

By Dessie Studio, Stephane Lebrun

Located in Brooklyn, NY

"Grand Cuvee" is a low rectangular side table, designed by Stephane Lebrun and manufactured by Dessie', featuring a top in black MD walnut veneered or covered by black leather and a ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel, Nickel

Lace, 21st Century Low Side Carrara and Rosso Verona Marble Table

$6,586

Lace, 21st Century Low Side Carrara and Rosso Verona Marble Table

Located in Cologna Veneta, IT

Made in collaboration with the architect Stefano Calchi Novati, Lace is a coffee table made entirely of marble. The table top is the undisputed protagonist of this elegant and ex...

Category

2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Pair of Spanish Brutalist Walnut Side or Coffee Tables with low shelve

$2,450 / set

Pair of Spanish Brutalist Walnut Side or Coffee Tables with low shelve

Located in Miami, FL

Pair of Spanish Brutalist Walnut Side or Coffee Tables with low shelve

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

"Petit Cuvee" Low Round Side Table Designed by Stephane Lebrun for Dessie'

$2,889 / item

"Petit Cuvee" Low Round Side Table Designed by Stephane Lebrun for Dessie'

By Stephane Lebrun, Dessie Studio

Located in Brooklyn, NY

"Petit Cuvee" is a low round side table, designed by Stephane Lebrun and manufactured by Dessie', featuring a top in black MD walnut veneered or covered by black leather and a metall...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel, Nickel

"Cuvee De Nuit" Low Rectangular Side Table by Stephane Lebrun for Dessie'

$4,419 / item

"Cuvee De Nuit" Low Rectangular Side Table by Stephane Lebrun for Dessie'

By Dessie Studio, Stephane Lebrun

Located in Brooklyn, NY

"Cuvee De Nuit" is a low rectangular side table, designed by Stephane Lebrun and manufactured by Dessie', featuring a top in black MD walnut veneered or covered by black leather and ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel, Nickel

"Petit Cuvee" Low Square Side Table Designed by Stephane Lebrun for Dessie

$2,368 / item

"Petit Cuvee" Low Square Side Table Designed by Stephane Lebrun for Dessie

By Stephane Lebrun, Dessie Studio

Located in Brooklyn, NY

"Petit Cuvee" is a low square side table, designed by Stephane Lebrun and manufactured by Dessie', featuring a top in black MD walnut veneered or covered by black leather and a metal...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel, Nickel

Low stool / Side table made of a singleblock of cedar Riva 1920 Sid

$1,239 / item

Low stool / Side table made of a singleblock of cedar Riva 1920 Sid

By Riva 1920

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Brand: Riva 1920 Model: Sid Design by: David Dolcini Sid is a sculptural low stool or side table carved from a single block of solid scented cedar, defined by a compact geometric vo...

Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Chippendale Style Crotch Mahogany Low Center Table or Coffee Table

$1,046Sale Price|25% Off

Chippendale Style Crotch Mahogany Low Center Table or Coffee Table

Located in Germantown, MD

A Chippendale Style Crotch Mahogany Low Center Table, Side table or coffee/ cocktail table for smaller areas.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Gothic Revival Center Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Maurice Dufrene Low Round Table with Marble Top

$22,250

Maurice Dufrene Low Round Table with Marble Top

By Maurice Dufrêne

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Classic French Art Deco low round side/end/coffee table by Maurice Dufrene, circa 1925, in mahogany, burled mahogany and burled amboyna with marble top.

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Center Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Japanese Antique Low Table 1860s-1920s / Sofa Table Wabi Sabi

$1,200

Japanese Antique Low Table 1860s-1920s / Sofa Table Wabi Sabi

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

Highly versatile, it functions beautifully as a low table, a sofa-side center table, or a display platform to highlight objects.

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Sofa Tables

Materials

Wood

Low stool / Side table made of a singleblock of cedar Riva 1920 Vortice

$1,149 / item

Low stool / Side table made of a singleblock of cedar Riva 1920 Vortice

By Riva 1920

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Brand: Riva 1920 Model: Vortice Design by: Authentic Design Vortice is a sculptural piece conceived as a low stool or side table, crafted from solid scented cedar and formed by asse...

Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Low stool / Side table made of a singleblock of cedar Riva 1920 Squeeze

$1,253 / item

Low stool / Side table made of a singleblock of cedar Riva 1920 Squeeze

By Riva 1920

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Brand: Riva 1920 Model: Squeeze Design by: Maria Saadeh Squeeze is a sculptural piece conceived as a low stool or side table, carved from a single block of solid scented cedar.

Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Low stool / Side table made of a singleblock of cedar Riva 1920 Notredame

$1,246 / item

Low stool / Side table made of a singleblock of cedar Riva 1920 Notredame

By Riva 1920

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Brand: Riva 1920 Model: Notredame Design by: Giovanni Tomasini Notredame is a sculptural piece conceived as a low stool or side table, carved from a single block of solid scented ce...

Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Low stool / Side table made of a singleblock of cedar Riva 1920 Sparacuori

$1,336 / item

Low stool / Side table made of a singleblock of cedar Riva 1920 Sparacuori

By Riva 1920

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Brand: Riva 1920 Model: Sparacuori Design by: Marco Baxadonne Sparacuori is a sculptural piece conceived as a low stool or side table, carved from a single block of solid scented ce...

Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Low stool / Side table made of a singleblock of cedar Riva 1920 Mondana

$2,840 / item

Low stool / Side table made of a singleblock of cedar Riva 1920 Mondana

By Riva 1920

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Brand: Riva 1920 Model: Mondana Design by: Studio AMeBE Mondana is a sculptural piece conceived as a low stool or side table, carved from a single block of solid scented cedar.

Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Kyknos Refined Contemporary Marble Low Round Table

$9,548 / item

Kyknos Refined Contemporary Marble Low Round Table

Located in Geneve, CH

Almost any size or marble is possible! All tables are signed and numbered (the low and side tables are only signed).

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Lowboys

Materials

Marble

Low stool / Side table made of a singleblock of cedar Riva 1920 Insieme

$1,106 / item

Low stool / Side table made of a singleblock of cedar Riva 1920 Insieme

By Riva 1920

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Brand: Riva 1920 Model: Together Design by: Marc Sadler Insieme is a sculptural low stool carved from solid scented cedar, where craftsmanship and structural detail become defining ...

Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Low stool / Side table made of a singleblock of cedar Riva 1920 Ziba

$1,120 / item

Low stool / Side table made of a singleblock of cedar Riva 1920 Ziba

By Riva 1920

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Brand: Riva 1920 Model: Ziba Design by: Francis Kéré Ziba is a sculptural low stool carved from a single block of solid scented cedar, inspired by traditional African stools. Design...

Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Low stool / Side table Riva 1920 Touch Stool Touch Stool - design Carlo Colombo

$3,731 / item

Low stool / Side table Riva 1920 Touch Stool Touch Stool - design Carlo Colombo

By Riva 1920

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Brand: Riva 1920 Model: Touch Stool Design by: Carlo Colombo Touch Stool is designed to coordinate with the homonymous table, expressing the same balance between reclaimed material ...

Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Iron

Low stool / Side table made of a singleblock of cedar Riva 1920 Molla

$2,235 / item

Low stool / Side table made of a singleblock of cedar Riva 1920 Molla

By Riva 1920

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Brand: Riva 1920 Model: Spring Design by: C.R.&S. RIVA1920 Molla is a dynamic stool defined by the combination of solid wood craftsmanship and mechanical movement. The seat, shaped ...

Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Low stool / Side table made of a singleblock of cedar Riva 1920 Os Buus

$1,426 / item

Low stool / Side table made of a singleblock of cedar Riva 1920 Os Buus

By Riva 1920

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Brand: Riva 1920 Model: Os Buus Design by: Nespoli e Novara Os Buus is a sculptural piece conceived as a low stool or side table, carved from a single block of solid scented cedar.

Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Low stool / Side table made of a singleblock of cedar Riva 1920 One Love

$1,176 / item

Low stool / Side table made of a singleblock of cedar Riva 1920 One Love

By Riva 1920

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Brand: Riva 1920 Model: One Love Design by: Di Virgilio Veneziano One Love is a sculptural piece conceived as a low stool or side table, carved from a single block of solid scented ...

Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Low stool / Side table / Chair made of a singleblock of cedar Riva 1920 Kura

$1,246 / item

Low stool / Side table / Chair made of a singleblock of cedar Riva 1920 Kura

By Riva 1920

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Brand: Riva 1920 Model: Kura Design by: Rei Hamada Kura is a sculptural piece conceived as a low stool or side table, carved from a single block of solid scented cedar.

Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Low stool / Side table / Chair made of a singleblock of cedar Riva 1920 Maya

$1,190 / item

Low stool / Side table / Chair made of a singleblock of cedar Riva 1920 Maya

By Riva 1920

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

RIVA1920 Maya is a sculptural piece conceived as a low stool or side table, crafted from solid scented cedar and formed by assembling two distinct wooden blocks.

Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Low stool / Side table made of a singleblock of cedar Riva 1920 Rocco - Mendini

$1,219 / item

Low stool / Side table made of a singleblock of cedar Riva 1920 Rocco - Mendini

By Alessandro Mendini, Riva 1920

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Brand: Riva 1920 Model: Rocco Design by: Alessandro Mendini Rocco is a sculptural piece conceived as a low stool or side table, carved from a single block of solid scented cedar.

Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Pair of Chinese Woven Top Square Stools, c. 1850

$4,880 / set

Pair of Chinese Woven Top Square Stools, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

Each top is inset with a hand-woven seat, providing textural contrast to the graceful elmwood frame. Used as seats or low side tables, this pair of square stools makes for a versatil...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Furniture

Materials

Reed, Elm

1960s White Low Coffee Side Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller Model 5452

$808

1960s White Low Coffee Side Table by George Nelson for Herman Miller Model 5452

By George Nelson, Herman Miller

Located in Sherborne, Dorset

This iconic pedestal coffee table, model 5452, was designed by George Nelson for Herman Miller in the 1950s. It’s perfect coffee table height, or equally could be used as a side tabl...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Low stool / Side table made of a singleblock of volcano cedar Riva 1920 Insieme

$1,106 / item

Low stool / Side table made of a singleblock of volcano cedar Riva 1920 Insieme

By Riva 1920

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Brand: Riva 1920 Model: Together Design by: Marc Sadler Insieme is a sculptural low stool carved from solid cedar, where craftsmanship and structural detail become defining aestheti...

Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Low stool / Side table made of a singleblock of cedar Riva 1920 Napa Small

$1,329 / item

Low stool / Side table made of a singleblock of cedar Riva 1920 Napa Small

By Riva 1920

Located in Varedo, Lombardia

Brand: Riva 1920 Model: Napa Small Design by: Terry Dwan Napa Small is a compact and sculptural low stool, carved from a single block of solid scented cedar. Designed by Terry Dwan,...

Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Cedar

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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 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.
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 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.
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 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.
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'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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