What are side tables called?

Side tables are often simply called side tables. If positioned on either end of a sofa or loveseat, you might refer to them as end tables. General terms for side tables and other tables commonly used in seating areas include occasional tables and accent tables. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of side tables.

What are side tables used for?

Side tables are used next to furniture like beds and couches to provide an accessible place for keeping essential items at hand. In the living room, side tables are often used to display flower arrangements, photos or books as well as to set down a drink. In the bedroom, a side table is typically populated with items like a lamp, bedtime reading material, and a charging device for a phone. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary side tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What are nesting side tables?

A nesting table is a set of tables designed to be stored one inside or under the other, giving them a layered or stacked appearance. A side table is a table that’s placed beside a piece of furniture. A nesting side table would be a series of side tables in graduated heights that can be stacked or nested together. Shop a collection of nesting tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What size should a side table be?

A side table should stand one to three inches below the arm of the sofa or chair it is placed next to.

What is the difference between a side table and a coffee table?

The difference between a side table and a coffee table is mainly in the size and shape. Coffee tables usually feature larger tops but shorter legs. People typically place them in front of a sofa or a loveseat to rest books, drinks, remote controls and other items. Side tables also store items, but they are usually positioned beside an accent chair or at the ends of a sofa or loveseat. Shop a diverse assortment of side tables and coffee tables on 1stDibs.

Is there a difference between an end table and a side table?

There are two differences between end tables and side tables: function and size. Typically, end tables go beside a chair or at opposite ends of a sofa and have smaller tabletops, while side tables go toward the sides of seating areas or against walls and feature a larger surface area. However, many people use the words side and end tables interchangeably, so these differences may not always apply. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of end and side tables.

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 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.

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.

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Pins Medium Purple Side Table

By Marioni

Located in Milan, IT

Pins round side table in brass with back painted glass top and ceramic glazed base in contrasting

Category

2010s Italian Side Tables

Materials

Ceramic

Pins Medium Purple Side Table

$2,197 / item

H 21.66 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Purple Circo Side Table by Sebastian Herkner

Located in Geneve, CH

Purple circo side table by Sebastian Herkner Materials: Galvanized and powder-coated tubular steel

Category

2010s German Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Purple Circo Side Table by Sebastian Herkner

$1,330 / item

H 16.54 in Dm 21.66 in

Plump Side Table in Purple, Translucent Polyurethane Resin, by Ian Cochran

By Ian Cochran

Located in New York, NY

Plump Side Table by Ian Cochran This side table is a continuation of the Plump series of

Category

2010s American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Resin

Plump Side Table in Purple, Translucent Polyurethane Resin, by Ian Cochran

$14,600

H 27 in W 27 in D 27 in

Null Blue Purple Glass Clear Transition Color Side Table Studio Buzao

By Buzao

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This side table is made with compound glass in blue and purple color. Size and color are

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Side Tables

Materials

Glass

Null Blue Purple Glass Clear Transition Color Side Table Studio Buzao

$12,000 / item

H 21.42 in Dm 17.72 in

Plum Purple Ambrogio Side Table by Favaretto&Partners

Located in Geneve, CH

Plum Purple Ambrogio Side Table by Favaretto&Partners Dimensions: D 38,5 x W 42,5 x H 60,5 cm

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Other

Plum Purple Ambrogio Side Table by Favaretto&Partners

$982 / item

H 23.82 in W 16.74 in D 15.16 in

Plum Purple Amanda Side Table by Favaretto&Partners

Located in Geneve, CH

Plum Purple Amanda Side Table by Favaretto&Partners Dimensions: D 36 x W 36 x H 60 cm. Materials

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2010s Italian Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Other

Plum Purple Amanda Side Table by Favaretto&Partners

$982 / item

H 23.63 in W 14.18 in D 14.18 in

Small Dew Drop Side Table in Purple, Translucent Resin, by Ian Cochran

By Ian Cochran

Located in New York, NY

Small Dew Drop Resin Side Table, Ian Cochran, Represented by Tuleste Factory Designed to be a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Side Tables

Materials

Resin

Small Dew Drop Side Table in Purple, Translucent Resin, by Ian Cochran

$9,750

H 19 in W 18 in D 18 in

Medium Dew Drop Side Table in Purple, Translucent Resin, by Ian Cochran

By Ian Cochran

Located in New York, NY

Medium Dew Drop Resin Side Table, Ian Cochran, Represented by Tuleste Factory Designed to be a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Side Tables

Materials

Resin

Medium Dew Drop Side Table in Purple, Translucent Resin, by Ian Cochran

$15,000 / item

H 15 in W 24 in D 24 in

Contemporary Mauve Purple Resin Acrylic Side Table or Stool by Natalie Tredgett

Located in London, GB

Inspired by the intricate texture of a cherished 1970s lamp, these sculptural tables are made from

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Side Tables

Materials

Resin, Acrylic

Contemporary Mauve Purple Resin Acrylic Side Table or Stool by Natalie Tredgett

$3,092 / item

H 17.72 in Dm 15.75 in

Purple and brass post-modern pair of side tables

Located in Antwerp, BE

post-modern Pair of purple lacquered occasional side tables, Memphis era Brass feet, clear glass

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel

Purple and brass post-modern pair of side tables

$1,200 Sale Price / set

20% Off

H 24.81 in W 30.71 in D 30.71 in

Frak Side Table (Navy)

Located in Bilkent, TR

Frak is a versatile piece of furniture that can be used as a side table or a nightstand, offering a

Category

2010s Turkish Side Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Frak Side Table (Navy)

$850

H 19.69 in W 15.75 in D 19.69 in

Unique Handmade Purple Ceramic Isola Small Side Table by Cara Davide

By Cara e Davide

Located in Geneve, CH

Unique Handmade Purple Ceramic Isola Small Side Table by Cara Davide Dimensions: D 25 x W 43 x H 45

Category

2010s Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Ceramic

Unique Handmade Purple Ceramic Isola Small Side Table by Cara Davide

$1,905 / item

H 17.72 in W 16.93 in D 9.85 in

Plum Purple Amanda Side Table With Wooden Tray by Favaretto&Partners

Located in Geneve, CH

Plum Purple Amanda Side Table With Wooden Tray by Favaretto&Partners Dimensions: Table: D 36 x W 36

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Other

Plum Purple Amanda Side Table With Wooden Tray by Favaretto&Partners

$2,768 / item

H 25.4 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Karl Springer Style Pink Purple Shagreen Faux Shark Skin Parsons Side Table

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Side Table. Item features faux snakeskin/stingray wrapped frame, purple/pink color, solid wood

Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Shagreen, Wood

Karl Springer Style Pink Purple Shagreen Faux Shark Skin Parsons Side Table

$1,200

H 24 in W 28 in D 28 in

Isola/ Ceramic Conic Side Table/ Purple, Designed by Cara/Davide for Portego

By Portego

Located in Stienta, IT

Isola side table is completely made in ceramic using high temperature furnace, to make the material

Category

2010s Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Ceramic

Isola/ Ceramic Conic Side Table/ Purple, Designed by Cara/Davide for Portego

$927 Sale Price / item

40% Off

H 17.72 in W 16.93 in D 9.06 in

Medium Ceramic Side Table

By Project 213A

Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT

Large Ceramic Side Table in Dripped Pink Designed by project 213A in 2023 Hand-sculpted ceramic

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Side Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Medium Ceramic Side Table

$2,636 / item

H 17.33 in W 16.15 in D 17.72 in

Null Blue Purple Glass Clear Transition Color Round Side Table Studio Buzao

By Buzao

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This side table is made with compound glass in blue and purple color. Size and color are

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Side Tables

Materials

Glass

Null Blue Purple Glass Clear Transition Color Round Side Table Studio Buzao

$10,000 / item

H 21.66 in Dm 17.72 in

Ceramic Side Table Handmade Stoneware

Located in Braga, PT

Handmade Ceramic Side Table by DEBARRO in Portugal Dimensions: H 45 x Ø 35 cm Materials: Glazed

Category

2010s Portuguese Side Tables

Materials

Stoneware

Ceramic Side Table Handmade Stoneware

$1,581 / item

H 17.72 in Dm 13.78 in

Chrome Side or End Table

Located in New York, NY

A nickel-plated chrome round side or end table with geometric chrome base, circa early 21st century

Category

Early 2000s Side Tables

Materials

Chrome, Nickel

Chrome Side or End Table

$1,850

H 18.19 in Dm 23.75 in

Ceramic Side Table custom shape

By Project 213A

Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT

Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Side Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Ceramic Side Table custom shape

$2,636 / item

H 16.54 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in

Pair of Unique Handmade Purple Ceramic Isola Small Side Tables by Cara Davide

By Cara e Davide

Located in Geneve, CH

Pair of Unique Handmade Purple Ceramic Isola Small Side Tables by Cara Davide Dimensions: 25 x 43 x

Category

2010s Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Unique Handmade Purple Ceramic Isola Small Side Tables by Cara Davide

$3,810 / set

H 17.72 in W 16.93 in D 9.85 in

SugarCubes Lilac Side Table/Seating

By Jordan Keaney

Located in London, GB

SugarCubes side table, which can also be used as seating such as a stool or bench, or done in a console table

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Side Tables

Materials

Metal

SugarCubes Lilac Side Table/Seating

$5,772 / item

H 19.69 in W 18.9 in D 18.9 in

Ceramic Side Table Tall - Geometric shape

By Project 213A

Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT

GEOMETRIC CERAMIC SIDE TABLE, designed in 2023. Hand-sculpted ceramic table with an organic shape

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Side Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Ceramic Side Table Tall - Geometric shape

$2,636 / item

H 23.23 in W 14.18 in D 14.18 in

Contemporary Side Table by Eduard Locota

By Eduard Locota

Located in Timisoara, RO

ONIRIC COLLECTION is inspired by the surreal nature of dreams. Crafted from black quartz sand and resin, this collection embodies the delicate interplay between light and dark. Groun...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Balkan Modern Side Tables

Materials

Resin

Contemporary Side Table by Eduard Locota

$4,758

H 15.75 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

SST022 Side Table by Stone Stackers

Located in Geneve, CH

SST022 side table by Stone Stackers Dimensions: D 45 x W 50 x H 52 cm Materials: Calacatta Oro

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble

SST022 Side Table by Stone Stackers

$2,552 / item

H 20.48 in W 19.69 in D 17.72 in

Twist Side Table by Studio Monsoleil

Located in Geneve, CH

Twist Side Table by Studio Monsoleil Dimensions: Ø 45 x H 50 cm. Materials: Tempered glass. Twist

Category

2010s Turkish Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Glass

Twist Side Table by Studio Monsoleil

$1,905 / item

H 19.69 in Dm 17.72 in

KISS Side tables by ROMAGNO MARMI ITALY

Located in Mola Di Bari, IT

: set is composed by 2 side tables and delivered only together in the same wooden crate. Easy to

Category

2010s Italian Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Steel

KISS Side tables by ROMAGNO MARMI ITALY

$2,312

H 15.75 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Concrete Side Table — Line Zero Number 18

By Dylan Myers Design

Located in Elkridge, MD

a side table, pedestal, or sculptural object. Its bold coloration and visual texture make it a

Category

2010s American Other Side Tables

Materials

Concrete, Cement

Concrete Side Table — Line Zero Number 18

$2,910

H 18 in Dm 16 in

Unique Ceramic Side Table by Theodora Alfredsdottir

Located in Geneve, CH

Ceramic side table by Theodora Alfredsdottir Unique Materials: Blue stoneware, clear glass

Category

2010s English Modern Side Tables

Materials

Stoneware, Glass

Unique Ceramic Side Table by Theodora Alfredsdottir

$1,533 / item

H 7.88 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Side_Table_-Line_REFINE-Synched-_by_Dylan_Myers

By Dylan Myers Design

Located in Elkridge, MD

. Crafted in GFRC, this side table’s sculptural silhouette features a cinched waistline that adds both

Category

2010s American Other Side Tables

Materials

Concrete

Side_Table_-Line_REFINE-Synched-_by_Dylan_Myers

$3,820

H 20 in Dm 18 in

Luna Park Side Table by Secondome Edizioni

Located in Geneve, CH

Luna Park Side Table by Secondome Edizioni Designer: Hillsideout. Dimensions: D 45 x W 40 x H 27 cm

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Murano Glass

Luna Park Side Table by Secondome Edizioni

$4,733 / item

H 10.63 in W 15.75 in D 17.72 in

Pair of Blueberry Steel Robot Side Tables / Nightstands

By Jo Wilton and Mirka Grohn

Located in Leicester, GB

A pair of blueberry powder-coated steel Robot bedside tables. The Robot side tables feature an open

Category

2010s English Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Pair of Blueberry Steel Robot Side Tables / Nightstands

$1,643 / set

H 23.82 in W 17.72 in D 13 in

Solastra Sculptural Blown and Fused Glass Side Table

By Jonathan Amar

Located in Paris, FR

Solastra. 2025 Handcrafted at Jonathan Amar Studio – Portugal Solastra is a sculptural side table

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Side Tables

Materials

Glass, Blown Glass

Solastra Sculptural Blown and Fused Glass Side Table

$3,834 / item

H 18.71 in Dm 19.69 in

“Rana” side table, by Casa Antillón, Spain, 2023

Located in Madrid, ES

“Rana” is an original side table, made of curved and lacquered steel, which can also be used as a

Category

2010s Spanish Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal

“Rana” side table, by Casa Antillón, Spain, 2023

$3,942

H 16.15 in W 17.72 in D 14.97 in

Sweet Fuchsia Amanda Side Table by Favaretto&Partners

Located in Geneve, CH

Sweet Fuchsia Amanda Side Table by Favaretto&Partners Dimensions: D 36 x W 36 x H 60 cm. Materials

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Other

Sweet Fuchsia Amanda Side Table by Favaretto&Partners

$982 / item

H 23.63 in W 14.18 in D 14.18 in

Sweet Fuchsia Ambrogio Side Table by Favaretto&Partners

Located in Geneve, CH

Sweet Fuchsia Ambrogio Side Table by Favaretto&Partners Dimensions: D 38,5 x W 42,5 x H 60,5 cm

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Other

Sweet Fuchsia Ambrogio Side Table by Favaretto&Partners

$982 / item

H 23.82 in W 16.74 in D 15.16 in

Contemporary colourful resin GEM side table by Cobra Studios

Located in 1204, CH

The Gem consists of reusing existing materials that are unwanted by other designers. The elements are sculpted by hand using the technics of Gem cutters in order to created a facette...

Category

2010s Belgian Side Tables

Materials

Resin

Contemporary colourful resin GEM side table by Cobra Studios

$6,291

H 14.97 in W 9.85 in D 11.82 in

Alwa Two Blue Black Side Table by Pulpo

Located in Geneve, CH

Alwa two blue black side table by Pulpo Dimensions: D38 x H44 cm Materials: casted glass; powder

Category

2010s German Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Alwa Two Blue Black Side Table by Pulpo

$3,067 / item

H 17.33 in Dm 14.97 in

SLAB Lilac Textured Side Table With Glass Top

By Jordan Keaney

Located in London, GB

Jordan Keaney Studio is focused on bringing COLOUR and TEXTURE to your space. This side table is

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Side Tables

Materials

Metal

SLAB Lilac Textured Side Table With Glass Top

$7,009 / item

H 23.63 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in

Alwa Two Blue Black Side Table by Pulpo

Located in Geneve, CH

Alwa two blue black side table by Pulpo Dimensions: D38 x H44 cm Materials: casted glass; powder

Category

2010s German Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Alwa Two Blue Black Side Table by Pulpo

$3,067 / item

H 17.33 in Dm 14.97 in

Contemporary Handmade Blue White Orange Ceramic Side Table

By Superpoly

Located in Copenhagen, DK

For their solo exhibition "Postcard" at Etage Projects, Superpoly crafted all the material in their workshop together. Metal and painted wood, ceramics and tinted textiles have all b...

Category

2010s French Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Contemporary Handmade Blue White Orange Ceramic Side Table

$5,176 Sale Price

20% Off

H 19.69 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Chrome and Glass Tubular Side Table

Located in Southampton, NJ

Sculptural Z form Mid-Century Modern chrome and glass end or accent table with tubular frame with

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Chrome and Glass Tubular Side Table

$1,200

H 20 in W 20 in D 20 in

Pair of Fantastic Resin Cube Side Tables by Franco Gavagni

By Franco Gavagni

Located in Bois-Colombes, FR

Side tables made with crushed ice resin by Franco Gavagni for Régis Royant Gallery. Quality is

Category

2010s French Side Tables

Materials

Resin

Pair of Fantastic Resin Cube Side Tables by Franco Gavagni

$15,338 / set

H 15.75 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Purple Osis Bensimon Low Table by Llot Llov

Located in Geneve, CH

Purple Osis Bensimon low table by Llot Llov Dimensions: H 40 x L 160 x W 80 cm Materials: birch

Category

2010s German Modern Side Tables

Materials

Birch

Purple Osis Bensimon Low Table by Llot Llov

$4,745 / item

H 15.75 in W 63 in D 31.5 in

Contemporary Steel Side Table by Luuk van den Broek, Magenta

By Luuk van den Broek

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Material: folded sheet metal (steel) Finishing: galvanised and powder coated Based in Eindhoven, Luuk van den Broek is working in the field between art and industrial design. Int...

Category

2010s Dutch Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Contemporary Steel Side Table by Luuk van den Broek, Magenta

$1,797 / item

H 19.69 in W 13.78 in D 9.85 in

Big Dew Drop Side Table in Bold Blue, Translucent Resin, by Ian Cochran

By Ian Cochran

Located in New York, NY

Big Dew Drop Side Table by Ian Cochran Designed to be a table or a stool, the dew drop comes in a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Side Tables

Materials

Resin

Big Dew Drop Side Table in Bold Blue, Translucent Resin, by Ian Cochran

$22,500

H 19 in Dm 36 in

Mixed Public-Private Boundary #03 Chair/Side Table by Cometabolism Studio

By Cometabolism Studio

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

The "Mixed public-private boundary" collection of Cometabolism Studio uses objects in public and private spaces to reorganize and reproduce, forming installations suitable for both "...

Category

2010s Chinese Side Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Mixed Public-Private Boundary #03 Chair/Side Table by Cometabolism Studio

$9,250 / item

H 32.29 in W 22.45 in D 22.45 in

Pair of Two-Tier brass chrome side tables Willy Rizzo Flaminia 1970s

By Willy Rizzo

Located in Paris, IDF

Rizzo designs, this Flaminia model side tables feature a chrome-plated steel frame finished with brass

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Pair of Two-Tier brass chrome side tables Willy Rizzo Flaminia 1970s

$10,545 / set

H 16.15 in W 31.5 in D 19.69 in

Side Table in Wrought Iron by Marius Fernandez and Patrice Dangel, 2019

By Patrice Dangel, Marius Fernandez

Located in New York City, NY

Modern, minimalist side table with seamlessly integrated expressive hand-painted tiles.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Side Table in Wrought Iron by Marius Fernandez and Patrice Dangel, 2019

$13,500

H 16 in W 14.25 in D 13 in

AKMD White Oak and Purple-white Marble Tee Table 'Small'

Located in Chicago, IL

This Scandinavian-influenced occasional table is available in White Oak with a Purple White marble

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Side Tables

Materials

Marble

AKMD White Oak and Purple-white Marble Tee Table 'Small'

$5,000

H 24 in Dm 19.5 in

Amphora Table by Danny Kaplan

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Amphora Table is handmade studio pottery by ceramic artist by Danny Kaplan. Please note exact

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Ceramic

Amphora Table by Danny Kaplan

$4,500 / item

H 21 in Dm 18 in

Unique Box Table by Hatsu

Located in Geneve, CH

Unique box table by Hatsu Dimensions: D 41 x W 41 x H 55 cm Materials: Solid plyboard, veneer

Category

2010s Indian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Unique Box Table by Hatsu

$764 / item

H 21.66 in W 16.15 in D 16.15 in

Gervasoni Brise 46 Coffee Table by Federica Biase

By Gervasoni, Federica Biasi

Located in Brooklyn, NY

of round tables with cylindrical bases and portable tops in Millgres available in various sizes and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Concrete

Gervasoni Brise 46 Coffee Table by Federica Biase

$3,868 / item

H 11.82 in Dm 36.23 in

Glossy Stack Seat in Purple, Baltic Birch Plywood, by Timbur X Ezra Ardolino

By Timbur

Located in New York, NY

Stack Seat by Ezra Ardolino, Timbur REP by Tuleste Factory Baltic Birch Plywood, Resin W 23.6" x H 19.7" x L 26.2" W 60 x H 50.1 x L 66.7 cm The Stack Seat. A stack laminated FSC ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Side Tables

Materials

Birch, Plywood

Glossy Stack Seat in Purple, Baltic Birch Plywood, by Timbur X Ezra Ardolino

$16,250

H 19.7 in W 23.6 in D 26.2 in

Flower Table in 100% Recycled Plastic by Squares & Things

By squares & things

Located in London, London

squares & things' signature Flower Table design gets reimagined in 100% recycled plastics. Made

Category

2010s British Space Age Side Tables

Materials

Plastic

Flower Table in 100% Recycled Plastic by Squares & Things

$955 / item

H 16.15 in W 20.08 in D 19.3 in

Pair of Vintage Glazed Earthenware Stands, Tables or Garden Seats

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Striking pair of mid century drink stands, occasional tables or garden seats crafted in redware or

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Earthenware

Pair of Vintage Glazed Earthenware Stands, Tables or Garden Seats

$2,750 / set

H 18 in Dm 15 in

Art Deco Cast Iron Occasional Table With Black Glass Top ca' 1930's

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

An elegant and heavy cast iron table ca' 1930's. Inset black glass top. Made in Geneval Ilinois

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Wrought Iron

Art Deco Cast Iron Occasional Table With Black Glass Top ca' 1930's

$1,850

H 18 in Dm 15.25 in

NEW PRICE - SPECIAL OFFER Contemporary Lacquer Sellette by Herve Langlais

Located in Paris, FR

"Rythme" lacquer sellette by Hervé Langlais. Hervé Langlais is a graduate of the Normandy School of Architecture in Rouen. He collaborated with Paul Andreu for over fifteen years, w...

Category

2010s French Side Tables

Materials

Marble

NEW PRICE - SPECIAL OFFER Contemporary Lacquer Sellette by Herve Langlais

$4,074

H 17.7 in W 11.8 in D 11.8 in

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Purple Side Table For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic purple side table available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, steel and glass, every purple side table was constructed with great care. There are 19 variations of the antique or vintage purple side table you’re looking for, while we also have 32 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer purple side table, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right purple side table, those designed in Modern, Mid-Century Modern and Art Deco styles are of considerable interest. A well-made purple side table has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Buzao, Neo Craft and Sebastian Scherer are consistently popular.

How Much is a Purple Side Table?

The average selling price for a purple side table at 1stDibs is $2,063, while they’re typically $331 on the low end and $19,378 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Side-tables for You

While the range of styles and variety of materials have broadened over time, the priceless functionality of side tables has held true.

Antique and vintage side tables are an integral accent to our seating and provide additional, necessary storage in our homes. They can be a great foundation for that perfect focal piece of art that you want all your guests to see as you congregate for cocktails in the living room. Side tables are indeed ideal as a stage for your decorative objects or plants in your library or your study, and they are a practical space for the novel or stack of design magazines you keep close to your sofa.

Sure, owning a pair of side tables isn’t as imperative as having a coffee table in the common area, though most of us would struggle without them. Those made of metal, stone or wood are frequently featured in stylish interiors, and if you’re shopping for side tables, there are a couple of things to keep in mind.

With respect to the height of your side tables, a table that is as high as your lounge chair or the arm of your couch is best.

Some folks are understandably fussy about coherence in a living room area, but coherence doesn’t necessarily mean you can’t mix and match. Feel free to introduce minimalist mid-century modern wooden side tables designed by Paul McCobb alongside your contemporary metal coffee table. If you think it isn’t possible to pair a Hollywood Regency–style side table with a contemporary sofa, we’re here to tell you that it is. Even a leggy side table can balance a chunky sofa well. Try to keep a limited color palette in mind if you’re planning on mixing furniture styles and materials, and don’t be afraid to add a piece of abstract art to shake things up.

As far as the objects you’re planning to place on your side tables, if you have heavy items such as stone or sculptures to display, a fragile glass-top table would not be an ideal choice. Think about what material would best support your collectibles and go with that. If it’s a particularly small side table, along with a tall, sleek floor lamp, it can make for a great way to fill a corner of the room you wouldn’t otherwise easily be able to populate.

Whether you are looking for an antique 19th-century carved oak side table or a vintage rattan side table (because rattan never went away!), the collection on 1stDibs has you covered — find Art Deco side tables, bamboo side tables, travertine side tables and more today.

Questions About Purple Side Table

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 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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.

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