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

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

Maison Regain Night Stand in Elm and Leather

$1,950

Maison Regain Night Stand in Elm and Leather

By Maison Regain

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Maison Regain, nightstand or side table, solid elm, leather, France, 1970s This charming nightstand is produced by the French furniture company Maison Regain.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Leather, Elm

Fine Sterling Silver Wine Coaster, Antique

$1,075

Fine Sterling Silver Wine Coaster, Antique

By Hamilton & Diesinger

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This piece would make a beautiful heirloom type accent piece on a table, whether in service of its original function as a wine coaster, or as an ornament in its own right on an elega...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Rococo Revival Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Mid-Century French Charles X Style Burl Elm Three-Drawer Chest Commode

$2,900

Mid-Century French Charles X Style Burl Elm Three-Drawer Chest Commode

Located in Dallas, TX

At 39 inches wide and 28 inches high, this versatile chest works beautifully as a generous bedside table or nightstand, a substantial occasional side table, or a compact commode in a...

Category

Mid-20th Century French Charles X Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm, Burl

Vintage Aux Etats-Unis Travel Trunk, French Belle Epoque

$1,875

Vintage Aux Etats-Unis Travel Trunk, French Belle Epoque

Located in Bradenton, FL

In modern interiors, this trunk is perfect as a sophisticated side table or nightstand, accent storage in living areas, or a decorative or storage piece that can hold blankets, books...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Belle Époque Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

1970s Rosewood Chest of Drawers by Arne Wahl Iversen

$2,910Sale Price|25% Off

1970s Rosewood Chest of Drawers by Arne Wahl Iversen

By Arne Wahl Iversen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Versatile petite chest suitable for a multitude of uses, nightstand, commode or side table in various settings.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dressers

Materials

Rosewood

Bount Chest of Drawers

$7,908 / item

Bount Chest of Drawers

Located in Paris, FR

Chest of drawers bount with structure in walnut wood in matte finish. Nightstand or side table with 5 drawers. With blackened iron feet with polished stainless steel details in gol...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Stainless Steel, Iron

Italian Space Age Plastic Stools by Olaf von Bohr for Gedy, set of four

$1,375Sale Price / set|20% Off

Italian Space Age Plastic Stools by Olaf von Bohr for Gedy, set of four

By Olaf von Bohr

Located in Ceglie Messapica, IT

Very sturdy think plastic structure that can be easily disassembled Very versatile item, in fact the stools can also be used as small side tables or nightstands. The piece is labe...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Plastic

Brown Saltman, Nighstands, Wood, Metal, USA, 1950s

$5,200 / set

Brown Saltman, Nighstands, Wood, Metal, USA, 1950s

By Brown Saltman

Located in High Point, NC

A pair of wood and metal nightstands or side tables produced by Brown Saltman, USA, 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Metal

Solid wood stool, crafted in the 1950s-70s, in the style of Charlotte Perriand.

$406Sale Price|20% Off

Solid wood stool, crafted in the 1950s-70s, in the style of Charlotte Perriand.

By Charlotte Perriand

Located in LYON, FR

An authentic piece, bridging alpine craftsmanship and modernist spirit, perfect as an occasional seat, side table, or nightstand. Dimensions: H46 x W45 x D28 cm

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Pine

Scandinavian Art Nouveau Three-Drawer Pine Chest – Rare Rural Swedish Craftsman

$997

Scandinavian Art Nouveau Three-Drawer Pine Chest – Rare Rural Swedish Craftsman

Located in Hannover, DE

Likely originally part of a larger piece, it now stands beautifully on its own, offering compact versatility that makes it perfect as a stylish side table, elegant nightstand, or dec...

Category

Vintage 1920s Swedish Art Nouveau Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Vintage Primitive Chest of Drawers

$895

Vintage Primitive Chest of Drawers

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Perfectly scaled for use as a grand nightstand, a sophisticated side table, or a focal point in a small entryway, this versatile chest offers both beauty and practical storage.

Category

Early 20th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Vintage a Boho Chevron Split Bamboo Chest of Drawers

$1,650

Vintage a Boho Chevron Split Bamboo Chest of Drawers

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Given its slim profile, this piece is ideally suited as an eye-catching entryway console, a compact bedroom nightstand, or a sophisticated side table in a living room.

Category

Late 20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of D...

Materials

Metal

Art Deco Vintage Polished Brown Walnut Nickel Geometric Chest c 1930 Vienna

$5,845

Art Deco Vintage Polished Brown Walnut Nickel Geometric Chest c 1930 Vienna

Located in Vienna, AT

Art Deco Vintage geometric freestanding shellac polished walnut veneered chest or side table or nightstand circa 1930 Vienna. A beautiful new arrival, this Art Deco vintage chest or ...

Category

Vintage 1930s Austrian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut, Spruce

Hermès Catchall, 1960s France

$950

Hermès Catchall, 1960s France

By Hermès

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful accent piece to elevate any nightstand, desk or side table. Perfect for coins and keys by the door.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Metal

Vintage Small Pine Chest of Drawers

$1,950

Vintage Small Pine Chest of Drawers

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Ideally scaled for use as a generous nightstand or an occasional side table in a curated living room, this chest measures 25 inches wide, 22.25 inches deep, and stands 27.5 inches ta...

Category

Early 20th Century British Rustic Dressers

Materials

Pine

Vintage Mid-Century Danish Oak Baroque/Rococo style Commode

$1,410Sale Price|20% Off

Vintage Mid-Century Danish Oak Baroque/Rococo style Commode

Located in Store Heddinge, DK

This versatile cabinet can serve as a sophisticated nightstand, a functional side table, or a striking accent piece in a variety of interiors, from classic to contemporary.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Round Vintage Villeroy & Boch Glass Scalloped Shell Trinket Dish

$150

Round Vintage Villeroy & Boch Glass Scalloped Shell Trinket Dish

By Villeroy & Boch

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

This heavy piece will be lovely on a side table, nightstand, dressing table or coffee table.

Category

20th Century German Hollywood Regency Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Crystal

Pair of Edwardian Marquetry Chests of Drawers in Hardwood & Satinwood

$5,795 / set

Pair of Edwardian Marquetry Chests of Drawers in Hardwood & Satinwood

Located in Malibu, CA

Slender & tall, nightstands or side tables, every drawer is keyed however the original keys are missing. 18th Century Dutch Marquetry Chest of Drawers Antique (c.1820) Dutch Marq...

Category

Antique 1850s European Edwardian Cabinets

Materials

Hardwood, Satinwood

ONE OF A KIND 1939 ROBERT MOUSEMAN THOMPSON CUTLERY SERVICE CHEST OF DRAWERs

$10,786

ONE OF A KIND 1939 ROBERT MOUSEMAN THOMPSON CUTLERY SERVICE CHEST OF DRAWERs

By Robert Thompson

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely one of a kind Robert Mouseman Thompson small chest of drawers with a fully stamped cutlery servi...

Category

Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

Pair of rare Mueller Widdicomb minimalist aluminum frame walnut night stands

$3,500 / set

Pair of rare Mueller Widdicomb minimalist aluminum frame walnut night stands

By Mueller Furniture

Located in Ferndale, MI

Fine pair of modernist nightstands or side tables . Manufactured by the little known Mueller furniture co. about 1958.

Category

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

Materials

Aluminum

Pair of Onyx Brass Night Stands

$3,461 / set

Pair of Onyx Brass Night Stands

Located in København, København

Beautiful pair of antique French bed side tables or nightstands with a brass base and with vivant colorful onyx table tops.

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Night Stands

Materials

Onyx, Brass

Lacquered Chinese Locking Cabinet, c. 1850

$1,880

Lacquered Chinese Locking Cabinet, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

Ideal today as a side table or nightstand, the lacquered cabinet is minimally decorated, accented only by beaded edging, darkened brass hardware and a low apron carved with water scr...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

Materials

Elm

1 of 3 Limburg Glashütte Iron & Bubble Glass Vintage Pendant Lamps, circa 1960s

$2,063 / item

1 of 3 Limburg Glashütte Iron & Bubble Glass Vintage Pendant Lamps, circa 1960s

By Glashütte Limburg

Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern

Perfect over a pair of nightstands or side tables in the bedroom, kitchen bar or dining room.

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

19th Century Swedish Stone Top Black Small Chest of Three Drawers

$5,800

19th Century Swedish Stone Top Black Small Chest of Three Drawers

Located in Round Top, TX

Restored, the drawers function and the case is sturdy - ready to be used and enjoyed as a chest, nightstand or even side table. All scratches(see drawer fronts), cracks(see sides),...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Stone

Set of Antique Leather Suitcases, circa 1930s – With Original Travel Stickers

$366

Set of Antique Leather Suitcases, circa 1930s – With Original Travel Stickers

Located in Hamburg, DE

In interior design, they work beautifully stacked as a unique nightstand or side table, or simply as a decorative storage solution with real personality.

Category

Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Leather

19th Century Pair of Italian Louis XV Marquetry Nightstnds with Drawers & Shelve

$4,490 / set

19th Century Pair of Italian Louis XV Marquetry Nightstnds with Drawers & Shelve

Located in Miami, FL

A very fine Louis XV Italian side tables or nightstands with elegant marquetry work, all original unrestored.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Revival Night Stands

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Authentic Louis Vuitton Luggage Pieces

$12,500 / set

Pair of Authentic Louis Vuitton Luggage Pieces

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Individually numbered, pair of brass numbered keys included with both pieces. Can be mounted as side tables / nightstands.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Pair of Authentic Louis Vuitton Luggage Pieces

$12,500 / set

Pair of Authentic Louis Vuitton Luggage Pieces

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Individually numbered, pair of brass numbered keys included with both pieces. Can be mounted as side tables / nightstands.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Brass

Baker Furniture Georgian Banded Mahogany Bedside Chest

$1,345

Baker Furniture Georgian Banded Mahogany Bedside Chest

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in South Bend, IN

A gorgeous Georgian style nightstand or side table By Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1980s Banded mahogany, with original brass hardware.

Category

Late 20th Century American Georgian Night Stands

Materials

Brass

Pair of Italian Bamboo Rattan Stools in the Style of Franco Albini

$2,980 / set

Pair of Italian Bamboo Rattan Stools in the Style of Franco Albini

By Franco Albini

Located in Barcelona, ES

Italian midcentury rattan and bamboo stools / side tables, 1950s-1960s Handcrafted These eye-catching stools / footstools can be used as end tables, side tables or nightstands.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Bamboo, Cane, Rattan

1950s Hermès Smoking Set

$2,400Sale Price|20% Off

1950s Hermès Smoking Set

By Hermès

Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA

Beautiful accent piece to elevate any nightstand, desk or side table. Perfect for matches, joints or a pill box.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Metal

Antique Gold Brass Advertisement Ashtray - Coates & Co. Gin 1900s

$150

Antique Gold Brass Advertisement Ashtray - Coates & Co. Gin 1900s

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

This would be a great piece to add to a tobacco collection, to use on a side table or nightstand as a trinket dish, or even to add to your current barware.

Category

Early 20th Century American Victorian Ashtrays

Materials

Metal

Rustic French Alpine Chalet Stool in Pine, France, 1970s

$900 / item

Rustic French Alpine Chalet Stool in Pine, France, 1970s

Located in Almelo, NL

Because of its compact proportions and sculptural presence, the stool is versatile in use: ideal as a low side table, nightstand, plant stand, or occasional seating.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Rustic Stools

Materials

Pine

FERRER Stacks Cabinet

$8,000 / item

FERRER Stacks Cabinet

By FERRER

Located in New York, NY

Functions nicely as a side table, nightstand, chest of drawers or flat file cabinet.

Category

2010s American Modern Cabinets

Materials

Bronze

Mid-Century Modern Likely Oak Woven Front Cabinet by Lane Furniture.

$1,195

Mid-Century Modern Likely Oak Woven Front Cabinet by Lane Furniture.

Located in Seattle, WA

This compact and versatile piece is ideal as a side table, nightstand, media cabinet, or accent storage in living rooms, bedrooms, or offices.

Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Oak

19th Century French Empire Style Mahogany Bedside Cabinet

$1,995

19th Century French Empire Style Mahogany Bedside Cabinet

Located in Forney, TX

Versatile: As warm and attractive as it is functional, having the ideal size and proportions for a variety of different uses, including as a bedroom commode or nightstand, sofa end ...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Empire Night Stands

Materials

Marble, Brass

Sarreid Mirror Polished Stainless & Brass Two-Drawer Low Chest

$1,980

Sarreid Mirror Polished Stainless & Brass Two-Drawer Low Chest

By Sarreid Ltd.

Located in Hanover, MA

Please note our separate listing for another Sarreid low chest slightly larger than this one but still companionable as near-matching nightstands or side tables.

Category

Vintage 1960s Spanish Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

19th Century Louis Philippe Walnut Cabinet

$2,500

19th Century Louis Philippe Walnut Cabinet

Located in Winter Park, FL

A versatile cabinet with good proportions for use as a side table or nightstand. In good condition. Cabinet door is slightly warped.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Cupboards

Materials

Walnut

1950s Hermès Matchbox

$925

1950s Hermès Matchbox

By Hermès

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful accent piece to elevate any nightstand, desk or side table. Perfect for matches, joints or a pill box.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Metal

Antique Tinned Copper Engraved Mughal Beaker or Vase from India 1940s

$750

Antique Tinned Copper Engraved Mughal Beaker or Vase from India 1940s

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Heavy, sturdy, stunning and unique made of thick, partially silvered metal, all hand tooled, chased and hammered these cups today make wonderful vases or beakers to store paint brush...

Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Metalwork

Materials

Metal, Copper, Tin

Americana Studio Pottery Ceramic Bud Vase in White and Orange Brown, Signed

$250

Americana Studio Pottery Ceramic Bud Vase in White and Orange Brown, Signed

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

This piece would be a wonderful accent to a side table, nightstand, or dressing table filled with your favorite flower.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

1950s Hermès Cigarette Holder

$2,500

1950s Hermès Cigarette Holder

By Hermès

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful accent piece to elevate any nightstand, desk or side table. Perfect for matches, joints or a pill box.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes

Materials

Metal

White Patinated Wood Stool with Cane Seat, Chippendale Style

$1,661

White Patinated Wood Stool with Cane Seat, Chippendale Style

Located in Barcelona, ES

This stool can be used also as end table, side table or nightstand. This stool will be a nice adition to any Bohemian, classical or contemporary, countryside or beach house decoratio...

Category

20th Century European Chippendale Stools

Materials

Cane, Wood

Cobalt Blue Hinged Trinket Box with Madonna Scene Limoges

$350

Cobalt Blue Hinged Trinket Box with Madonna Scene Limoges

By Limoges

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

How We Would Style It: This vide poche or catchall would be fabulous on a side table, or nightstand. Or even on a coffee table or dressing table to hold jewelry.

Category

20th Century Chinese Neoclassical Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

Pair of Italian Mid-Century Burlwood Bedside Cabinets

$7,500 / set

Pair of Italian Mid-Century Burlwood Bedside Cabinets

Located in Forney, TX

Circa 1940s Dimensions each: (approx) 27.5" High, 23.5" Wide, 12" Deep Ideal proportions for use as a nightstand, end table, chair side table or stunning accent piece.

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Night Stands

Materials

Burl

Antique Metal Engraved Mughal Beaker or Vase from India 1940s

$750

Antique Metal Engraved Mughal Beaker or Vase from India 1940s

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Heavy, sturdy, stunning and unique made of thick, partially silvered metal, all hand tooled, chased and hammered these cups today make wonderful vases or beakers to store paint brush...

Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Metalwork

Materials

Silver, Brass

Mid-Century Walnut 9 Drawer Credenza Dresser Laminate Top

$3,595

Mid-Century Walnut 9 Drawer Credenza Dresser Laminate Top

By Lane Furniture

Located in Baltimore, MD

Please see other listings, for the accompanying, matching nightstands, and side tables, also available for sale (sold separately).

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Laminate, Walnut

Round Ceramic Brown Unusual Studio Pottery Vase, Signed

$350

Round Ceramic Brown Unusual Studio Pottery Vase, Signed

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

Glazed in an almost metallic-looking paint, this petite round vase will be fabulous on a nightstand, bookshelf, or side table. Studio Pottery is a favorite of ours, as no two pieces ...

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

1950s Hermès Smoking Set

$3,500 / set

1950s Hermès Smoking Set

By Hermès

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful accent pieces to elevate any nightstand, desk or side table. Perfect for matches, joints or a pill box.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Metal

Antique Engraved Metal Silvered Beaker or Vase from India 1940s

$750

Antique Engraved Metal Silvered Beaker or Vase from India 1940s

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Heavy, sturdy, stunning and unique made of thick, partially silvered metal, all hand tooled, chased and hammered these cups today make wonderful vases or beakers to store paint brush...

Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Islamic Metalwork

Materials

Metal

Antique Metal Engraved Beaker or Vase from India 1940s

$750

Antique Metal Engraved Beaker or Vase from India 1940s

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Heavy, sturdy, stunning and unique made of thick, partially silvered metal, all hand tooled, chased and hammered these cups today make wonderful vases or beakers to store paint brush...

Category

Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Vases

Materials

Metal

Goatskin Petite Cabinet Attributed to Osvaldo Borsani, 1950s Italy, Restored

$4,600Sale Price|29% Off

Goatskin Petite Cabinet Attributed to Osvaldo Borsani, 1950s Italy, Restored

By Osvaldo Borsani

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A cute small cabinet with tons of personality, this Italian Modern goatskin and walnut petite cabinet can be used as a single nightstand, side or end table, or stand alone petite cre...

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

Materials

Goatskin, Walnut

Max Kuehne Style Floral Incised Tall Chest of Drawers with Brass Strapping

$4,750

Max Kuehne Style Floral Incised Tall Chest of Drawers with Brass Strapping

By Max Kuehne

Located in Hanover, MA

We also have listed separately the companion long low chest of drawers and single nightstand or side table. Unmarked but drawer of nightstand is stamped Henredon.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Studio Pottery Ceramic Vase or Ink Pot in Lavender and Brown

$250

Studio Pottery Ceramic Vase or Ink Pot in Lavender and Brown

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

This would be a nice piece to display on a bookshelf alone or to add flowers and display on a side table or nightstand. Dimensions: 3.75" Diameter 3.25" Tall

Category

20th Century American Folk Art Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Paint

Rustic Antique Country Swedish Gustavian Distressed Painted Pine Stand

$2,200 / item

Rustic Antique Country Swedish Gustavian Distressed Painted Pine Stand

Located in Forney, TX

Dimensions: (approx) 26" High, 21" Wide, 12" Deep Versatile: As warm and attractive as it is functional, having the ideal size and proportions for a variety of different uses, incl...

Category

Antique 19th Century Gustavian Cabinets

Materials

Pine, Paint

Contemporary pi3 Stool, Natural Oak Frame, Natural Danish Cord Seat

$2,442 / item

Contemporary pi3 Stool, Natural Oak Frame, Natural Danish Cord Seat

By par-avion co.

Located in Norwich, GB

Our stools are suited to many uses; ottomans, benches, side tables, nightstands as well as foot stools.

Category

2010s British Scandinavian Modern Benches

Materials

Papercord, Wood, Oak

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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?
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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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