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.

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 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.

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.

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Leme Table, Low, by RAIN, Contemporary Side Table, White Matarazzo Marble

$2,700 / item

Leme Table, Low, by RAIN, Contemporary Side Table, White Matarazzo Marble

By RAIN

Located in Sao Paulo, SP

Leme tables have their lines inspired by the rudders of the boats. The rudders are designed to operate underwater, where everything is lighter and, all movement, more fluid. Based on...

Category

2010s Brazilian International Style Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Hand-Carved Low Katni Marble Side Table, Stephanie Odegard

$3,261

Hand-Carved Low Katni Marble Side Table, Stephanie Odegard

By Paul Mathieu (French), Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in Tulsa, OK

Jahangir side table by Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard Inspired by the elegant architectural element, namely the mehrabs, he saw in the palaces of Mughal India, the renowned de...

Category

2010s Other Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Pina Low Light Grey Black Side Table by Pulpo

$3,398 / item

Pina Low Light Grey Black Side Table by Pulpo

Located in Geneve, CH

Pina Low Light Grey Black Side Table by Pulpo Dimensions: D44 x H42 cm Materials: glass; brass and steel Also available in different colours.

Category

2010s German Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pina Low Green Brass Transparent Side Table by Pulpo

$3,318 / item

Pina Low Green Brass Transparent Side Table by Pulpo

Located in Geneve, CH

Pina low green brass transparent side Table by Pulpo Dimensions: D44 x H42 cm Materials: glass; brass and steel Also available in different colours.

Category

2010s German Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pina Low Light Grey Brass Side Table by Pulpo

$3,685 / item

Pina Low Light Grey Brass Side Table by Pulpo

Located in Geneve, CH

Pina low light grey brass side table by Pulpo Dimensions: D 44 x H 42 cm Materials: Glass; brass and steel.

Category

2010s German Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pina Low Light Grey Brass Side Table by Pulpo

$3,685 / item

Pina Low Light Grey Brass Side Table by Pulpo

Located in Geneve, CH

Pina low light grey brass side table by Pulpo Dimensions: D 44 x H 42 cm Materials: glass; brass and steel Also available in different colours.

Category

2010s German Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pina Low Light Grey Brass Side Table by Pulpo

$3,685 / item

Pina Low Light Grey Brass Side Table by Pulpo

Located in Geneve, CH

Pina low light grey brass side table by Pulpo Dimensions: D 44 x H 42 cm Materials: glass; brass and steel Also available in different colours.

Category

2010s German Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pair of Low Mid-Century Side Tables By Knoll

$840 / set

Pair of Low Mid-Century Side Tables By Knoll

By Knoll

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Two vintage-modern side tables featuring sleek design with Formica wood finish to top and metal base. Manufactured by Knoll. Please confirm item location NY or NJ with dealer.

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Handcrafted Low Leaf Side Table by Gregory Nangle, Bronze & Steel

$2,870 / item

Handcrafted Low Leaf Side Table by Gregory Nangle, Bronze & Steel

By Gregory Nangle

Located in Philadelphia, PA

The Low Leaf Side Table is Hand made to order using Cast Bronze Leaves and Steel.

Category

2010s American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Bronze, Steel

Vintage French Provincial Style Low Oak & Walnut Square Side Table

$250

Vintage French Provincial Style Low Oak & Walnut Square Side Table

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage French Provincial Style Low Oak & Walnut Square Side Table. Item features wood construction, beautiful wood grain, nicely carved details, cabriole legs, quality American craf...

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown French Provincial Side Tables

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Early 20th Century Jacobean Low Oak Drop-Leaf Side Table

$996

Early 20th Century Jacobean Low Oak Drop-Leaf Side Table

Located in Germantown, MD

An early 20th century Jacobean low oak drop-leaf side table. Measuring 25 inches in diameter with leaves up.

Category

Early 20th Century American Jacobean Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Capitol Sidetable in Black Recyclable Polyethylene by Studio Job

$350

Capitol Sidetable in Black Recyclable Polyethylene by Studio Job

By Qeeboo

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Capitol, designed by Studio Job, re-interprets the dome of the Capitol Building in Washington DC in a low side table that will keep at hand your favourite books and cups while you re...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Side Tables

Materials

Plastic

Capitol Sidetable in White Recyclable Polyethylene by Studio Job

$350

Capitol Sidetable in White Recyclable Polyethylene by Studio Job

By Qeeboo

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Capitol, designed by Studio Job, re-interprets the dome of the Capitol Building in Washington DC in a low side table that will keep at hand your favourite books and cups while you re...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Side Tables

Materials

Plastic

Italian Regency Florentine Carved Wood 18" Round Marble Top Pedestal Side Table

$850

Italian Regency Florentine Carved Wood 18" Round Marble Top Pedestal Side Table

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Italian Regency Florentine Carved Wood 18" Round Marble Top Silver/Gold Pedestal Low Side Table. Circa Early 20th Century. Measurements: 18" H x 18" Diameter.

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Regency End Tables

Materials

Marble

Late Qing Dynasty Side Table with Low Geometric Style Shelf

$1,775

Late Qing Dynasty Side Table with Low Geometric Style Shelf

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese late Qing Dynasty period lamp table from the early 20th century, with carved apron, shelves, cracked ice patterns and horse hoof feet. Created in China during the late Qing...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Low Profile Heritage Midcentury Fruitwood Cabinet /Side Table with Two Doors

$1,516Sale Price|20% Off

Low Profile Heritage Midcentury Fruitwood Cabinet /Side Table with Two Doors

By Heritage Furniture

Located in Malibu, CA

Oversized square midcentury side, end, or coffee table with tons of storage.

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Swedish Midcentury Bench in Oak by Hugo Svensson, 1960s

$1,722

Swedish Midcentury Bench in Oak by Hugo Svensson, 1960s

By Hugo Svensson

Located in Karlstad, SE

Compact and highly versatile, the piece works equally well as a traditional bench, an entrance or hallway seat, a low side table, or as a stand for books, plants and decorative objec...

Category

20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Low Resin Side Table in Blue Gradient by Paola Valle

$3,920 / item

Low Resin Side Table in Blue Gradient by Paola Valle

By Paola Valle

Located in Ciudad De México, MX

The Malta collection is composed of three side tables with soft lines and curves, inspired by the colors, depths, waves and tides of the Mediterranean Sea.

Category

2010s Mexican Modern Side Tables

Materials

Resin

Antique Gothic Renaissance Revival Oak Figural Carved Low Cabinet Side Table

$1,250 / item

Antique Gothic Renaissance Revival Oak Figural Carved Low Cabinet Side Table

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Gothic Renaissance Revival Oak Figural Carved Low Cabinet Pedestal Side Table. Item features relief carved figure to door, drape carved wooden sides, inset Masonite board top...

Category

Early 20th Century Gothic Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Roma Low Table

$4,500 / item

Roma Low Table

By Medea

Located in New York, NY

Side table with metal structure and marble or wood top.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Metal

Low Game of Stone Side Table, Blue by Josefina Munoz

$4,420 / item

Low Game of Stone Side Table, Blue by Josefina Munoz

Located in Geneve, CH

Low game of stone side table, blue by Josefina Munoz Game of stone Collection Dimensions: H40 x Ø50cm Material: marble Palissandro blue Available in: tall, small and XS sizes.

Category

2010s Swiss Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Set of Carpet Matter Side Table and Low Table by Riccardo Cenedella

$4,604 / set

Set of Carpet Matter Side Table and Low Table by Riccardo Cenedella

Located in Geneve, CH

Set of carpet matter side table and low table by Riccardo Cenedella Dimensions: 45 x 45 x H 47 cm 65 x 65 x H 35 cm Materials: waste synthetic carpet I am Riccardo Cenedella ...

Category

2010s English Modern Side Tables

Materials

Other

Set of Carpet Matter Side Table and Low Table by Riccardo Cenedella

$4,604 / set

Set of Carpet Matter Side Table and Low Table by Riccardo Cenedella

Located in Geneve, CH

Set of carpet matter side table and low table by Riccardo Cenedella Dimensions: 45 x 45 x H 47 cm 65 x 65 x H 35 cm Materials: Waste synthetic carpet.

Category

2010s English Modern Side Tables

Materials

Other

Mid-Century Henredon Faux Bamboo Low Square Side Tables - A Pair

$795 / set

Mid-Century Henredon Faux Bamboo Low Square Side Tables - A Pair

By Henredon

Located in West Chester, PA

Pair Mid-Century Henredon Low Square Side Tables featuring walnut tops over painted pedestal bases with faux bamboo detailing.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Italian Angelo Mangiarotti Low Eros Side Table in Black Marquina Marble

$7,600

Italian Angelo Mangiarotti Low Eros Side Table in Black Marquina Marble

By Angelo Mangiarotti

Located in Chicago, IL

Italian Angelo Mangiarotti vintage low Eros side table in Marquina Nero marble. Mangiarotti was an expert at the highly sculptural use of marble in the entire Eros collection.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Contemporary Side Table Low 'Kern' by Monica Förster X Fogia, Grey

$2,468 / item

Contemporary Side Table Low 'Kern' by Monica Förster X Fogia, Grey

By Monica Förster, FOGIA

Located in Paris, IDF

Model shown on the main picture : - Kern Side Table in Grey - Height : 40 cm Available in White / Grey / Brown Terracotta Customers may also choose between two heights : - Low : 40...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Polish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Late 19th Century Chinese Stained Elmwood Low Stand or Side Table

$788

Late 19th Century Chinese Stained Elmwood Low Stand or Side Table

Located in Germantown, MD

Late 19th Century Chinese Stained Elmwood Low Stand or Side Table. Very sturdy. Measures 15.5" in width, 17" in depth and stands 21".

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Side Tables

Materials

Elm

Vintage French Directoire Maison Jansen Style Steel Brass Low Square Side Table

$895

Vintage French Directoire Maison Jansen Style Steel Brass Low Square Side Table

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage French Directoire Maison Jansen Style Steel and Brass Low Square Stretcher Base Side Table. Circa Late 20th Century.

Category

Late 20th Century French Directoire Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel

Folk Arts Low Side / Breakfast Matchsticks Table by Thomas McAulay 1971

$280

Folk Arts Low Side / Breakfast Matchsticks Table by Thomas McAulay 1971

Located in Miami, FL

Wonderful handmade work by Thomas B, McAulay, Folk Arts Naive Matchstick Low Table from 1971. Uses for this low table are: next to a low chair or couch, for serving meals in bed or c...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Folk Art Side Tables

Materials

Wood

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

$975

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

Located in Meulebeke, BE

Belgium / 1900 / side table / wood / Wabi wabi / Brutalist / Mid-century / Rustic Small wooden side table made of a tree trunk resting on three natural wooden legs. This brutalistic...

Category

Antique Early 1900s Belgian Rustic Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Rick Owens Brazier Cast Bronze Low Brazier Side Table Nitrate Patina

$12,000 / item

Rick Owens Brazier Cast Bronze Low Brazier Side Table Nitrate Patina

By Rick Owens

Located in Chicago, IL

Handmade low three-legged cast bronze brazier or side table from the Rick Owens home collection.

Category

2010s French Modern Side Tables

Materials

Bronze

Low Boy Side Table by Midsummer Milano, Walnut Veneer, Modern Italy

$2,555 / item

Low Boy Side Table by Midsummer Milano, Walnut Veneer, Modern Italy

By Midsummer Milano

Located in Milano, IT

This versatile side table is made entirely of walnut-veneered plywood and features a circular top and three straight legs with steel details. The distinctive top has a raised, bevele...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Side Table - Low Handmade Sandcasted Metal in Brushed Brass by Unism

$1,492 / item

Side Table - Low Handmade Sandcasted Metal in Brushed Brass by Unism

By Unism.Store

Located in Warszawa, PL

The Brushed Brass finish is a fusion of industrial mass and artisanal discipline, redefined as a soft, golden anchor that sits just above the floor. By applying a systematic grain, w...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Polish Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Set of Carpet Matter Side Table 65 and Low Table by Riccardo Cenedella

$5,166 / set

Set of Carpet Matter Side Table 65 and Low Table by Riccardo Cenedella

Located in Geneve, CH

Set of carpet matter side table 65 and low table by Riccardo Cenedella Dimensions: 65 x 65 x H 55 cm 65 x 65 x H 35 cm Materials: Waste synthetic carpet.

Category

2010s English Modern Side Tables

Materials

Other

Vintage Italian Neoclassical Low Marble Top Curule X-Frame Accent Side Table

$550

Vintage Italian Neoclassical Low Marble Top Curule X-Frame Accent Side Table

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Italian Neoclassical Style Low Marble Top Curule X-Frame Accent Side Table.

Category

Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Italian Hollywood Regency Faux Bamboo Brass Tole Metal Low Square Side Table

$395

Italian Hollywood Regency Faux Bamboo Brass Tole Metal Low Square Side Table

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Italian Hollywood Regency Faux Bamboo Brass Tole Metal Low Square Side Table. Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 16" H x 17.5" W x 17.5" D.

Category

Mid-20th Century Side Tables

Materials

Brass

1960s Louis XVI Style Brass and Marble Square Side Low Table

$817Sale Price|20% Off

1960s Louis XVI Style Brass and Marble Square Side Low Table

Located in Labrit, Landes

French Louis XVI style side table with marble-top and brass legs Very good quality marble Very good vintage condition with only very minor marks of use. shipping: 46 / 46 / 42 cm 23...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

Low Game of Stone Side Table, Black Silver by Josefina Munoz

$4,420 / item

Low Game of Stone Side Table, Black Silver by Josefina Munoz

Located in Geneve, CH

Low Gash and graniteame of stone side table, black silver by Josefina Munoz Game of Stone Collection Dimensions: H40 x Ø50cm Material: Marble Palissandro Black Silver Available...

Category

2010s Swiss Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Mid-Century Modern Bert England Low Profile Rosewood & Brass Side Tables - Pair

$1,495 / set

Mid-Century Modern Bert England Low Profile Rosewood & Brass Side Tables - Pair

By Bert England

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is a pair of mid-century modern low profile side tables by Bert England. They are rosewood with bands of rosewood and brass joints.

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Low Antique Lamp Table, English, Afternoon Tea, Side, Wine, Victorian Circa 1890

$1,484Sale Price|20% Off

Low Antique Lamp Table, English, Afternoon Tea, Side, Wine, Victorian Circa 1890

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a low antique lamp table. An English, mahogany and beech side or tea table, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1890.

Category

Antique 1890s British Late Victorian Side Tables

Materials

Beech, Mahogany

Vintage Arthur Umanoff Wrought Iron Scroll Low Round Glass Top Side Table - Pair

$1,350 / set

Vintage Arthur Umanoff Wrought Iron Scroll Low Round Glass Top Side Table - Pair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Arthur Umanoff Mid Century Modern Wrought Iron Scroll Low Round Glass Top Side Tables - a Pair. Item features thick round frosted glass tops, wrought iron round bases, nice u...

Category

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

Materials

Wrought Iron

Italian Low Square Side Table with Peach Marble Top + Brass Base, 1950s

$2,000 / item

Italian Low Square Side Table with Peach Marble Top + Brass Base, 1950s

Located in Chicago, IL

A 1950s Italian low square side table, featuring a peach-hued honed marble top with delicate terracotta veining.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

Ranch Group Low Table

$10,396 / item

Ranch Group Low Table

By Marmol and Radziner

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Conceived for the prefab Desert House, the Ranch Group outdoor furniture group is characterized by rigorous clean lines and a low profile. The collection reflects simple geometries w...

Category

2010s American Side Tables

Materials

Cedar

Leon Jallot low table

$16,800

Leon Jallot low table

By Léon Jallot

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Early Classic French Art Deco low table, circa 1920, by Leon Jallot, in cherry with burled ash top. This table is 23” in diameter x 18.75” high. LEON JALLOT (1874-1967) Born in Na...

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Ash, Cherry, Burl

Contemporary Side Table Low 'Kern' by Monica Förster X Fogia, Brown Terracotta

$2,468 / item

Contemporary Side Table Low 'Kern' by Monica Förster X Fogia, Brown Terracotta

By Monica Förster, FOGIA

Located in Paris, IDF

Model shown on the main picture : - Kern Side Table in Brown Terracotta - Height : 40 cm Available in White / Grey / Brown Terracotta Customers may also choose between two heights ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Polish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble

French Low Side or End Tables of Silvered Metal and Glass 'Individually Priced'

$4,895 / item

French Low Side or End Tables of Silvered Metal and Glass 'Individually Priced'

Located in Austin, TX

A pair of elegant French two-tiered low side or end tables in the Mid-Century Modern style - each table featuring one square glass panel top inset upon a silvered metal frame over a ...

Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Vintage Empire Style Low Marble Top Pedestal Base Side Tables by Imperial - Pair

$750 / set

Vintage Empire Style Low Marble Top Pedestal Base Side Tables by Imperial - Pair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Vintage Empire Style Low Marble Top Pedestal Base Side Tables by Imperial - a Pair.

Category

Mid-20th Century Empire Side Tables

Materials

Marble

French Mirrored Low Table

$938

French Mirrored Low Table

Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire

1920s French iron and mirrored low table, 1920. Dimensions 28.5 inches (72 cms) wide 22 inches (56 cms) deep 16 inches (41 cms) high.

Category

Early 20th Century French Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Pair or Single French Mahogany and Burl Low Side or Coffee Tables

$2,617Sale Price / set|25% Off

Pair or Single French Mahogany and Burl Low Side or Coffee Tables

Located in Miami, FL

An eye-catching elegant round flame mahogany and burl side table Having wonderful decorative pinwheel pattern on top with ebony border glass that you can remove and beautiful cabrio...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Glass, Mahogany, Burl

Disco Side Table, Low - 2024, Stone and Stainless Steel - by Zanini de Zanine

$2,860

Disco Side Table, Low - 2024, Stone and Stainless Steel - by Zanini de Zanine

By Zanini de Zanine

Located in Belo Horizonte, BR

The Disco Side Table by Zanini de Zanine is a striking example of the designer's ability to blend minimalist aesthetics with industrial materials.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Side Tables

Materials

Stone, Stainless Steel

Vintage French Louis XVI Style Pink Marble Top Low Drinks Side Tables - a Pair

$750 / set

Vintage French Louis XVI Style Pink Marble Top Low Drinks Side Tables - a Pair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage French Louis XVI Style Pink Marble Top Low Drinks Side/End Tables with Cream Painted Wooden Bases - a Pair.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Danish Modern Low Profile Side Table by Hans Olsen for Finn Lindebo Hansen

$575

Danish Modern Low Profile Side Table by Hans Olsen for Finn Lindebo Hansen

By Hans Olsen

Located in San Diego, CA

Sleek Danish modern low profile side table by Hans Olsen for Finn Lindebo Hansen, circa 1960s.

Category

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

Materials

Teak

Antique Wooden Low Coffee Side Table in Pine Produced in Sweden early 1800s

$6,717

Antique Wooden Low Coffee Side Table in Pine Produced in Sweden early 1800s

Located in Stockholm, SE

Rare wooden side / coffee butcher table in a primitive and wabi sabi style in pine wood produced in Sweden around 1820s. In good original condition. Very decorative with a lot of cha...

Category

Antique 1820s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Pine

"Nizza" Copper Varnished Steel Top Low Square Side Table by Moroso for Diesel

$748 / item

"Nizza" Copper Varnished Steel Top Low Square Side Table by Moroso for Diesel

By Moroso, Diesel Creative Team 1

Located in Brooklyn, NY

"Nizza" is a square low table, designed by Diesel Creative Team and manufactured by Moroso, featuring a top made of a perforated steel sheet varnished with a copper finish and black ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal, Steel

Vintage Italian Hexagonal Bamboo Low Table

$2,950

Vintage Italian Hexagonal Bamboo Low Table

Located in Dallas, TX

The Vintage Italian Hexagonal Bamboo Low Table is a stylish piece of furniture perfect for adults. Made of black bamboo, this piece reflects a fun retro vibe! Circa 1960 37w x 20.5h

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Side Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Tulipwood

2021 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Low Pedestal Tulip Side Table w/ Oval Laminate Top

$985

2021 Eero Saarinen for Knoll Low Pedestal Tulip Side Table w/ Oval Laminate Top

By Eero Saarinen, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is an oval Tulip Pedestal Side Table, originally designed in 1956 by Eero Saarinen for Knoll. This particular piece was produced in Italy in 2021. The base is formed of molded c...

Category

2010s Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Grace White Marble Low Console Table

$19,508 / item

Grace White Marble Low Console Table

Located in Paris, FR

Console Table Grace White Marble Low with wooden sides covered wiht genuine grey leather with polished brass trims and with white and grey marble top.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

1960s Italian Rustic Fruitwood Low Table

$2,431 / item

1960s Italian Rustic Fruitwood Low Table

Located in London, GB

A rustic fruitwood table made in Italy c. 1960. Each top made from three 'live wood' sections joined with butterfly joints and raised on carved brach-wood legs. Condition: Solid co...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Rustic Side Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Tito Agnoli Low Table 1966, Cinova

$4,389 / item

Tito Agnoli Low Table 1966, Cinova

By Tito Agnoli

Located in London, GB

Tito Agnoli Low Table, 1966 Lacquered wood, glass, and mirror H21 x D118 cm Italy This striking low table, designed in 1966 by Italian architect and designer Tito Agnoli, reflects t...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Glass, Mirror, Wood, Lacquer

Mid Century Tessalated Mother of Pearl Side Table Campaign Style Iron Base

$1,395

Mid Century Tessalated Mother of Pearl Side Table Campaign Style Iron Base

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fantastic low side table (24inch high) with mother of pearl top and inlay on legs and apron.

Category

Vintage 1980s Neoclassical Revival Gueridon

Materials

Iron

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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.
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 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.
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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