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 is the difference between a nightstand and a night table?

The difference between a nightstand and a night table is mainly the type of storage you can expect each type of bedroom furniture to provide. Nightstands are usually small pieces that have closed storage, such as drawers and cabinets. Night tables are slightly larger and are more likely to have no additional storage or open shelving below their tops. Some people do use the terms nightstand and night table interchangeably. Shop a range of nightstands and night tables on 1stDibs.

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.

What’s the difference between a nightstand and an end table?

The difference between a nightstand and an end table is their location: A nightstand is in a bedroom, while an end table is in a living area.Find end 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.

Should table lamps match nearby furniture like a vanity or nightstand?

They don't need to match exactly. A lamp in brass or ceramic can sit comfortably on a vintage vanity or nightstand in a different wood tone.

Nightstand Side Tables

Marble Top Nightstands

Post Modern Nightstand

Sculptural Nightstand

19th Century Spanish Table

Green And Pink Marble Table

Lyre Leg Table

Antique Spanish Trestle Tables

Carved Mexican Onyx Tables

20th Pair of Spanish Nightstands with Carved Drawer and beautiful stretcher

$3,175 / set

20th Pair of Spanish Nightstands with Carved Drawer and beautiful stretcher

Located in Miami, FL

Beautiful tables that you can use like a nightstands or side tables, end tables or table lamp, desk or console.

Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Night Stands

Materials

Walnut

Tall Pair of Antique Nightstands, English, Chest of Drawers, Bedside, Victorian

$7,394Sale Price / set|20% Off

Tall Pair of Antique Nightstands, English, Chest of Drawers, Bedside, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

Exceptional Victorian craftsmanship with attractive proportion and finish Versatile in use — perfect as bedside nightstands, lounge side tables, or home office pedestals Select mahog...

Category

Antique 1860s British Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of French Riviera Nightstands in Bamboo, Rattan and Glass, Italy, 1970

$1,508 / set

Pair of French Riviera Nightstands in Bamboo, Rattan and Glass, Italy, 1970

By Franca Helg

Located in Roma, IT

Beautiful pair of mid-century rectangular nightstands or side tables crafted in bamboo, rattan, hand-woven wicker and crystal glass.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Cane, Rattan, Wood, Glass

Pair of Spanish Round Stools / Side Tables in Rattan with Cane Top, 1950s

$3,272Sale Price / set|20% Off

Pair of Spanish Round Stools / Side Tables in Rattan with Cane Top, 1950s

Located in Barcelona, ES

You can use them as stools or as end / side tables or nightstands. Very good condition.

Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan

Oxide Blackened Steel and Walnut Nightstand with Integrated Power Bocci 22system

$12,500 / set

Oxide Blackened Steel and Walnut Nightstand with Integrated Power Bocci 22system

By Laylo Studio

Located in Chicago, IL

These durable cabinets can be configured for use as nightstands, dressers, console tables, side tables, credenzas and sideboards with both doors and drawers.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cabinets

Materials

Aluminum, Bronze, Steel, Stainless Steel

Pair of Rattan Bamboo Nightstands with Red and Green Tops, Italy 1950s

$4,456 / set

Pair of Rattan Bamboo Nightstands with Red and Green Tops, Italy 1950s

Located in Barcelona, ES

Pair of cool nightstands or side tables in rattan / bamboo, Italy 1950s Beautiful pair of bamboo and rattan side, end tables or nightstands with decorative rattan geometric details a...

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Acrylic

20th Century Pair of Spanish Nightstands with Two Drawers and Iron Hardware

$2,775 / set

20th Century Pair of Spanish Nightstands with Two Drawers and Iron Hardware

Located in Miami, FL

Beautiful tables that you can use like a nightstands or side tables, end tables, or table lamp.

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Night Stands

Materials

Iron

Baker Furniture Mid-Century Campaign Walnut, Cane, and Brass Nightstand, 1960s

$1,295

Baker Furniture Mid-Century Campaign Walnut, Cane, and Brass Nightstand, 1960s

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous mid-century modern Campaign nightstand or side table By Baker Furniture, "Milling Road Collection" USA, 1960s Walnut, with caned door fronts and brass hardware.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Brass

Baker Furniture Ebonized Mahogany and Brass Campaign Style Nightstand on Wheels

$2,300

Baker Furniture Ebonized Mahogany and Brass Campaign Style Nightstand on Wheels

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Germantown, MD

An exceptional Hollywood Regency Ebonized Campaign style nightstand or side table by Baker Furniture. The nightstand features gorgeous wood grain with original campaign brass hardware.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Campaign Night Stands

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Louis XVI French Provincial Figured Maple Cabinet Nightstands, c. 1920s

$1,805Sale Price / set|35% Off

Antique Louis XVI French Provincial Figured Maple Cabinet Nightstands, c. 1920s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This pair of Antique Vintage Louis XVI French Provincial Burled Wood Cabinet Nightstands / bed side tables would work great in a French Neoclassical, Classical, Art Deco, or Hollywoo...

Category

20th Century French French Provincial Night Stands

Materials

Wood

19th Century French Elegant Solid Wood Nightstands in Louis XV Style

$929Sale Price / item|34% Off

19th Century French Elegant Solid Wood Nightstands in Louis XV Style

Located in Sofia, BG

Two elegant solid wood nightstands or side tables, Louis XV style painted in light beige with coral accents.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Night Stands

Materials

Wood

20th Century Pair of Spanish Nightstands with Two Drawers and Iron Hardware

$2,450 / set

20th Century Pair of Spanish Nightstands with Two Drawers and Iron Hardware

Located in Miami, FL

Beautiful tables that you can use like a nightstands or side tables, end tables... or table lamp.

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Night Stands

Materials

Iron

Pair of Mahogany and Brass Connoisseur Collection Nightstands by Paul McCobb

$4,200 / set

Pair of Mahogany and Brass Connoisseur Collection Nightstands by Paul McCobb

By Paul McCobb, H Sacks & Sons

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Elegant two-tier, single-drawer side tables/nightstands designed by Paul Mccobb for his the "Connoisseur Collection" manufactured by H Sacks and Sons (ca. 1953, Brookline, MA, USA).

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Brass

20th Century Pair Of Spanish Nightstands With One Drawer And Bronze Hardware

$2,480 / set

20th Century Pair Of Spanish Nightstands With One Drawer And Bronze Hardware

Located in Miami, FL

Beautiful tables that you can use like a nightstands or side tables, end tables, or table lamp.

Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Night Stands

Materials

Bronze

20th Century Pair of Spanish Nightstands with Two Drawers and Iron Hardware

$2,160Sale Price / set|20% Off

20th Century Pair of Spanish Nightstands with Two Drawers and Iron Hardware

Located in Miami, FL

Beautiful tables that you can use like a nightstands or side tables, end tables... or table lamp.

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Night Stands

Materials

Iron

Carved Wood Demi Lune Nightstands with Marble Top, 1940, Set of 2

$2,470 / set

Carved Wood Demi Lune Nightstands with Marble Top, 1940, Set of 2

Located in Miami, FL

Pair of Carved Wood Demi Lune Side Tables or Nightstands with One Drawer and Marble Top.

Category

Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Night Stands

Materials

Marble

19th C. Balkans Empire Style Gilt Bronze Mounted Mahogany Nightstand Cabinet

$3,350

19th C. Balkans Empire Style Gilt Bronze Mounted Mahogany Nightstand Cabinet

Located in Forney, TX

High quality craftsmanship and attention to detail, finely hand-crafted of warm rich mahogany with attractive grain patterns, executed in Neoclassical inspired Napoleonic Empire tast...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Balkan Empire Night Stands

Materials

Belgian Black Marble, Bronze

20th Century Spanish Nightstands with One Drawer and Iron Hardware and One Open

$2,350 / set

20th Century Spanish Nightstands with One Drawer and Iron Hardware and One Open

Located in Miami, FL

Beautiful tables that you can use like a nightstands or side tables, end tables, or table lamp.

Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Night Stands

Materials

Walnut

Pair of French Moderne Lacquered Mahogany and Brass Nightstands by Guy Lefèvre

$8,500 / set

Pair of French Moderne Lacquered Mahogany and Brass Nightstands by Guy Lefèvre

By Maison Jansen, Guy Lefevre

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Exquisite, low side tables/nightstands designed by Guy Lefèvre for Maison Jansen (ca. 1975, France).

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Brass

Late 18th C. Italian Side Chest (or Comodino) with Tambour Door

$3,150

Late 18th C. Italian Side Chest (or Comodino) with Tambour Door

Located in Atlanta, GA

This late 18th century Italian chest would make a charming bed side table / nightstand, or side table within a seating arrangement--offering a great place to store away books, glasse...

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Italian Night Stands

Materials

Wood

PAIR OF THEODORE ALEXANDER FAUX BOOK FRONTED FINE HARDWOOD LIBRARY SIDE CABINETs

$3,984 / set

PAIR OF THEODORE ALEXANDER FAUX BOOK FRONTED FINE HARDWOOD LIBRARY SIDE CABINETs

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

A very good looking well made and decorative pair, these can be used as large side table or nightstands, they are much larger than usual and offer huge amounts of cupboard storage, e...

Category

20th Century European Victorian Cabinets

Materials

Hardwood

Oxide Matching Side Cabinets Handmade by Laylo Studio in Oak and Blackened Steel

$10,400 / set

Oxide Matching Side Cabinets Handmade by Laylo Studio in Oak and Blackened Steel

By Laylo Studio

Located in Chicago, IL

These durable cabinets can be configured for use as nightstands, dressers, console tables, side tables, credenzas and sideboards with both doors and drawers.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cabinets

Materials

Aluminum, Bronze, Steel

Oxide Metal Side Cabinet in Blackened Steel and Ebonized Walnut by Laylo Studio

$5,088 / item

Oxide Metal Side Cabinet in Blackened Steel and Ebonized Walnut by Laylo Studio

By Laylo Studio

Located in Chicago, IL

These durable cabinets can be configured for use as nightstands, dressers, console tables, side tables, credenzas and sideboards with both doors and drawers.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cabinets

Materials

Steel

Vintage Neoclassical Dressing Table

$2,300

Vintage Neoclassical Dressing Table

Located in Sheffield, MA

Drawers are dovetailed. Can be used as side table or nightstand. Label reads "Johnson Furniture Co., Grand Rapids, Mich." 25" from floor to the top of knee hole.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Dressers

Materials

Wood

White Pedestal Cube End Table

$1,650

White Pedestal Cube End Table

Located in New York, NY

A great piece for sculpture, art, display, or as an end table, side table, nightstand table, etc., as demonstrated.

Category

Late 20th Century Modern Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Laminate

Bedside Table, White Bronze Twig-Pattern Cladding

$5,029 / item

Bedside Table, White Bronze Twig-Pattern Cladding

By Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

The piece renders the organic form of gathered twigs in hand-worked White Bronze sheet metal. Works equally as nightstand, bedside table, side table, or accent table.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Bohemian Night Stands

Materials

Silver, Sheet Metal

Luxury Bedside Table, Hand-Crafted Twig Metal

$5,029 / item

Luxury Bedside Table, Hand-Crafted Twig Metal

By Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

The piece renders the organic form of gathered twigs in hand-worked White Bronze sheet metal. Works equally as nightstand, bedside table, side table, or accent table.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Hollywood Regency Night Stands

Materials

Silver, Sheet Metal

Georgian style set Mahogany night stands sofa tables .England

$1,634 / set

Georgian style set Mahogany night stands sofa tables .England

Located in Den Haag, NL

set of Dark Red solid Mahogany nightstands or side tables . Two Tier ,Georgian in style , comes with pull out trays .

Category

Vintage 1970s English Georgian Night Stands

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Art Deco Wood Magazine Rack Three Tiered End Table.

$1,195

Antique Art Deco Wood Magazine Rack Three Tiered End Table.

Located in Seattle, WA

Finished in a warm medium-toned wood stain, the piece rests on small turned bun feet at the base and includes clean, subtle reeded trim details along the side support posts. Its vers...

Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Wood

Arcana Mother-of-Pearl Sunburst & Brushed Brass Bedside Table by House of Jaipur

$2,680 / item

Arcana Mother-of-Pearl Sunburst & Brushed Brass Bedside Table by House of Jaipur

By Hitesh

Located in New York, NY

Its proportions also allow it to function beautifully as a side table or accent table beside a lounge chair or sofa

Category

2010s Indian Modern Night Stands

Materials

Brass

Pair of Italian Modernist Wooden Bedside Tables with Glass Top

$3,199 / set

Pair of Italian Modernist Wooden Bedside Tables with Glass Top

Located in Madrid, ES

Pair of 1950s Italian side tables or nightstands with one drawer. Made of hardwood with glass top and brass details.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Brass

Rey Bedside Table, Wide, in Canyon Oak, by August Abode

$7,700 / item

Rey Bedside Table, Wide, in Canyon Oak, by August Abode

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A low-profile nightstand or side table combining a classical twisted rope detail with clean-lined simplicity, featuring two drawers with dovetail joinery and soft-close glides.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Night Stands

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Rey Bedside Table, Tall, in Riviera Oak, by August Abode

$7,100 / item

Rey Bedside Table, Tall, in Riviera Oak, by August Abode

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The tall version of our Rey Bedside Table is well suited as a nightstand or side table.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Night Stands

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Rey Bedside Table, in Summer Aged Oak, by August Abode

$6,300 / item

Rey Bedside Table, in Summer Aged Oak, by August Abode

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A low-profile nightstand or side table combining a classical twisted rope detail with clean-lined simplicity, featuring two drawers with dovetail joinery and soft-close glides.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Night Stands

Materials

Oak, Walnut

19th Century French Empire Marble Top Mahogany Bedside Table with Drawers

$1,900

19th Century French Empire Marble Top Mahogany Bedside Table with Drawers

Located in Dallas, TX

The petite Empire style bedside table is in excellent condition commensurate with age and use and adorns a rich walnut patina; versatile, it could also be used as an occasional side ...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Empire Night Stands

Materials

Marble

Pair of Rey Bedside Tables, Wide, in Canyon Oak, by August Abode

$15,400 / set

Pair of Rey Bedside Tables, Wide, in Canyon Oak, by August Abode

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A low-profile nightstand or side table combining a classical twisted rope detail with clean-lined simplicity, featuring two drawers with dovetail joinery and soft-close glides.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Night Stands

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Pair of Rey Bedside Tables, Tall, in Riviera Oak, by August Abode

$14,200 / set

Pair of Rey Bedside Tables, Tall, in Riviera Oak, by August Abode

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The tall version of our Rey Bedside Table is well suited as a nightstand or side table.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Night Stands

Materials

Oak, Walnut

19th Century Bouillotte Louis XVI Style, Kidney Shaped Bronze and Walnut Table

$2,467Sale Price / set|25% Off

19th Century Bouillotte Louis XVI Style, Kidney Shaped Bronze and Walnut Table

Located in Miami, FL

French Louis XVI style side table or nightstand topped with marquetry top, fluted legs finished with golden bronze clogs.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Night Stands

Materials

Bronze

Rey Bedside Table, in Summer Aged Oak and Crema Marble, by August Abode

$7,800 / item

Rey Bedside Table, in Summer Aged Oak and Crema Marble, by August Abode

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A low-profile nightstand or side table combining a classical twisted rope detail with clean-lined simplicity, featuring two drawers with dovetail joinery and soft-close glides.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Night Stands

Materials

Marble

Mid-Century Bedside Tables in French Walnut with Marquetry & Marble Top, Set of

$3,129 / set

Mid-Century Bedside Tables in French Walnut with Marquetry & Marble Top, Set of

Located in Miami, FL

Pair of bedside tables or side tables or nightstands in French walnut with marquetry and marble top from the mid-20th century.

Category

Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Night Stands

Materials

Bronze

Huge Architectural Handcrafted English Oak Night Stands - End Tables by SUM

$7,023 / set

Huge Architectural Handcrafted English Oak Night Stands - End Tables by SUM

By SUM Furniture

Located in London, GB

A monumental version of our original architectural English oak Pillar nightstands/end/side tables. These architectural Pillar tables are a bold expression of early European modernis...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Night Stands

Materials

Oak

Capri Pedestal by Reflections Copenhagen, Clear, Rose, Onyx Rosa

$3,020 / item

Capri Pedestal by Reflections Copenhagen, Clear, Rose, Onyx Rosa

Located in København Nv, DK

A sculptural union of solid marble and crystal in clear and rose tones. Designed as a side table, nightstand, or pedestal — where two materials meet in quiet luxury.

Category

2010s Stools

Materials

Crystal, Onyx, Marble

Danish Modern Rosewood and Tile Hallway Dresser, 1960s.

$742

Danish Modern Rosewood and Tile Hallway Dresser, 1960s.

Located in Asaa, DK

Beautiful and expressive rosewood veneer grain pattern on drawer and sides. This Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern piece is super versatile and can be used as a side table, nightstand...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Santos Rosewood

Petite Chinese Double Bat Chest, 19th Century

$2,280

Petite Chinese Double Bat Chest, 19th Century

Located in Chicago, IL

The lower door hinges are carved in low relief in the shape of two bats, good omens thought to bring about happiness and prosperity. Ideal today as a side table or nightstand, the la...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

Materials

Elm

Pair of French Louis XVI Revival Oak Marble Top Night Stands

$2,450 / set

Pair of French Louis XVI Revival Oak Marble Top Night Stands

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Their refined neoclassical design makes them equally suited as bedside nightstands or side tables, end tables or accent cabinets throughout the home

Category

Antique Early 1900s Revival Night Stands

Materials

Marble, Brass

Shallow Chinese Two Drawer Keepsake Cabinet, 19th Century

$2,780

Shallow Chinese Two Drawer Keepsake Cabinet, 19th Century

Located in Chicago, IL

The apron is carved with curving lines and etchings of graceful flower petals. Ideal today as a side table or nightstand, the lacquered cabinet is a great solution for narrow spaces,...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

Materials

Elm

Petite Chinese Keeper's Cabinet, 19th Century

$1,680

Petite Chinese Keeper's Cabinet, 19th Century

Located in Chicago, IL

Petite in scale, the small cabinet was originally used atop a heated kang platform and has been modified with slender legs for use as a side table or nightstand. The double doors swi...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

Materials

Elm

Danish Teak Chest of Drawers No34 by Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard, 1960s

$3,256

Danish Teak Chest of Drawers No34 by Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard, 1960s

By Kai Kristiansen, Aksel Kjersgaard

Located in Asaa, DK

Well suited for many purposes such as hallway dresser, bedside table/nightstand and side or lamp table in the living room.

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Teak

Antique Chinese Lacquered Offering Chest, 19th Century

$3,280

Antique Chinese Lacquered Offering Chest, 19th Century

Located in Chicago, IL

Ideal today as a side table or nightstand, the lacquered cabinet provides ample storage with a wide drawer and a spacious lower compartment.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Minimalist Cabinets

Materials

Elm

Beautiful Pair of Regency Metal Chairs, Faux Bamboo with a Golden Surface, 1970s

$2,285 / set

Beautiful Pair of Regency Metal Chairs, Faux Bamboo with a Golden Surface, 1970s

Located in München, BY

Suitable as decorative seating or as side tables or nightstands. Fits any living area; highly decorative.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Chairs

Materials

Metal, Gold Plate

Diminutive Art Nouveau Vide Poche or Catch All, Antique Tabletop Decoration

$225

Diminutive Art Nouveau Vide Poche or Catch All, Antique Tabletop Decoration

Located in Philadelphia, PA

It would make a beautiful accent piece on a nightstand or side table, adding just a touch of stylization or period character.

Category

Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Metal

Suite of Three Rustic Tripod Stools in Raw Solid Wood

$914 / set

Suite of Three Rustic Tripod Stools in Raw Solid Wood

Located in LYON, FR

Perfect as extra seating, side tables, nightstands, or display pedestals for ceramics.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Rustic Stools

Materials

Natural Fiber, Hardwood

Fine Early 20th Antique Century English Mahogany Cupboard

$1,769

Fine Early 20th Antique Century English Mahogany Cupboard

Located in Nottingham, GB

It could function beautifully as a bedside cabinet, nightstand, lamp table, side cabinet or compact storage cupboard within both traditional and contemporary interiors.

Category

Early 20th Century Cupboards

Materials

Brass

Bronze-Mounted Mahogany Campaign Chest, C. 1910

$2,450

Bronze-Mounted Mahogany Campaign Chest, C. 1910

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Compact in scale yet visually substantial, the chest stands 22.5 inches high, making it ideal as a nightstand, side chest, or occasional table. Circa 1910, this distinctive piece ble...

Category

Early 20th Century Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bronze

Hillary Nightsand -Cerused Oak

$2,250 / item

Hillary Nightsand -Cerused Oak

Located in New Orleans, LA

The Hillary nightstand and side table is a quirky modern design made from solid white oak, with a subtle, cerused oak finish.

Category

2010s American Night Stands

Materials

Oak

Vintage Six-Drawer Card Catalog on Hairpin Legs by Library Bureau

$2,250

Vintage Six-Drawer Card Catalog on Hairpin Legs by Library Bureau

Located in Dekalb, IL

Raised on custom black steel hairpin legs, the cabinet has been adapted for contemporary use while preserving its original functionality, making it equally suitable as a side table, ...

Category

Mid-20th Century American American Craftsman Cabinets

Materials

Metal, Brass

French Regency Louis XVI Carved Cherry Wood Bedside Chest

$1,495

French Regency Louis XVI Carved Cherry Wood Bedside Chest

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous French Regency Louis XVI style two-drawer side table or nightstand USA, Late 20th Century Carved solid cherry wood, with original brass hardware.

Category

Late 20th Century American Louis XVI Night Stands

Materials

Brass

Antique Pair of French Marquetry Bedside Cabinets with Marble Tops, Late 19th

$3,510 / set

Antique Pair of French Marquetry Bedside Cabinets with Marble Tops, Late 19th

Located in Miami, FL

Their refined proportions make them ideal as nightstands, accent cabinets, or elegant side tables in a bedroom, living room, or hallway.

Category

Antique 1890s French Art Deco Night Stands

Materials

Mahogany

French Louis XV Pair Marble Top Marquetry Night Stands

$2,800

French Louis XV Pair Marble Top Marquetry Night Stands

Located in Hopewell, NJ

French Louis XV marble top exquisite nightstands or side tables with marquetry inlay and ormolu.

Category

20th Century French Louis XV Night Stands

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

Antique European Mahogany Commode Chest of Drawers, Circa 1890

$7,400

Antique European Mahogany Commode Chest of Drawers, Circa 1890

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

The commode is composed with four drawers, standing on two back wooden feet, supported on the front by two detailed carved lion feet. The large nightstand, bed side table is particul...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century European Cabinets

Materials

Metal, Brass

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Find a variety of nightstand side tables available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct nightstand side tables — often made from wood, metal and walnut — can elevate any home. There are 864 antique and vintage nightstand side tables for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 100 modern editions to choose from as well. Nightstand side tables have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of nightstand side tables to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Modern nightstand side tables are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made nightstand side tables over the years, but those made by Paul McCobb, Benoît Convers and Baker Furniture Company are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Nightstand Side Tables?

Prices for nightstand side tables start at $1 and top out at $24,565 with the average selling for $2,345.

Questions About Nightstand Side Tables

What's the difference between a nightstand and a side table?
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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 is the difference between a nightstand and a night table?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
The difference between a nightstand and a night table is mainly the type of storage you can expect each type of bedroom furniture to provide. Nightstands are usually small pieces that have closed storage, such as drawers and cabinets. Night tables are slightly larger and are more likely to have no additional storage or open shelving below their tops. Some people do use the terms nightstand and night table interchangeably. Shop a range of nightstands and night tables on 1stDibs.
What are side tables used for?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Side tables are used next to furniture like beds and couches to provide an accessible place for keeping essential items at hand. In the living room, side tables are often used to display flower arrangements, photos or books as well as to set down a drink. In the bedroom, a side table is typically populated with items like a lamp, bedtime reading material, and a charging device for a phone. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary side tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What are nesting side tables?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A nesting table is a set of tables designed to be stored one inside or under the other, giving them a layered or stacked appearance. A side table is a table that’s placed beside a piece of furniture. A nesting side table would be a series of side tables in graduated heights that can be stacked or nested together. Shop a collection of nesting tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What size should a side table be?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A side table should stand one to three inches below the arm of the sofa or chair it is placed next to.
What are side tables called?
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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’s the difference between a nightstand and an end table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
The difference between a nightstand and an end table is their location: A nightstand is in a bedroom, while an end table is in a living area.

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Is there a difference between an end table and a side table?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
There are two differences between end tables and side tables: function and size. Typically, end tables go beside a chair or at opposite ends of a sofa and have smaller tabletops, while side tables go toward the sides of seating areas or against walls and feature a larger surface area. However, many people use the words side and end tables interchangeably, so these differences may not always apply. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of end and side tables.
What is the difference between a side table and a coffee table?
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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?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
To determine whether a side table is an antique, closely examine its details. Older pieces will typically have telltale features like wood pegs, hand-cut dovetails with some slight imperfections and mortise-and-tenon construction. Tables that are a consistent color throughout or have machine-cut moldings or carvings are unlikely to be antiques. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can be a helpful resource when dating tables. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and modern side tables on 1stDibs.
What are tiny side tables called?
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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?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
A tall side table may also be called a console table. While these furnishings are not as common in today’s interiors as their coffee-table and side-table counterparts, console tables are stylish home accents and have become more prevalent over the years. The popularity of wood console tables took shape during the 17th and 18th centuries in French and Italian culture, and were exclusively featured in the palatial homes of the upper class. Find console tables today on 1stDibs.
Should a side table be lower than a sofa?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
No, a side table shouldn't always be lower than a sofa. To make it easy to access items on a table, a sofa's arms should generally be no more than 2 to 3 inches above or below the tabletop. This rule of thumb differs from the one for coffee tables, which should be as tall or 1 to 2 inches shorter than the seat height of the sofa to ensure a balanced look. Explore a large selection of side tables on 1stDibs.
Should table lamps match nearby furniture like a vanity or nightstand?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
They don't need to match exactly. A lamp in brass or ceramic can sit comfortably on a vintage vanity or nightstand in a different wood tone.

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