What is a travertine table?

A travertine table is a table made from travertine. Travertine is a kind of limestone that is known for its eye-catching varied color and texture. It is usually polished for use in tables, but the varying detail in the material makes it a highly unique material. Browse a range of travertine tables from top sellers 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.

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.

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Travertine Mid-Century Modern Side Table

Sold|~~$1,953~~

Travertine Mid-Century Modern Side Table

Located in Weesp, NL

Mid-Century Modern Travertine side table in great condition. This elegant and sophisticated piece has no damage. the table will be shipped abroad in a custom made wooden crate.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Travertine

Pair of Wrought Iron and Travertine Side Tables in the style of Mathieu Matégot

Sold|~~$3,400~~

Pair of Wrought Iron and Travertine Side Tables in the style of Mathieu Matégot

By Mathieu Matégot

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of wrought iron and travertine side tables the style of Mathieu Matégot.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Travertine, Wrought Iron

Italian Gaming or Chess Side Table in Marble Mosaic with Brass Tips, 1950s

Sold|~~$1,893~~

Italian Gaming or Chess Side Table in Marble Mosaic with Brass Tips, 1950s

Located in Morazzone, Varese

The table is gorgeous and wonderful to be used as side table, without necessarily gaming on it!

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Game Tables

Materials

Travertine, Marble, Metal, Brass

Travertine and Brass Cantilevered Side Table

Sold|~~$1,600~~

Travertine and Brass Cantilevered Side Table

By Pace Collection

Located in New York, NY

Side table with travertine base in the form of a pie-shaped slice of a Doric column, with a round glass top secured with a brass plate.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Travertine, Brass

End or Side Table in Travertine

Sold|~~$1,600~~

End or Side Table in Travertine

Located in Antwerp, BE

Very decorative end or side table in marquetry of travertine, Brutalist style, Italy 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Brutalist Side Tables

Materials

Travertine

Pair of Italian Travertine Side Tables

Sold|~~$1,995 / set~~

Pair of Italian Travertine Side Tables

By Willy Rizzo

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair of Italian Postmodern travertine side tables in the style of Willy Rizzo, circa 1970s-1980s.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Travertine, Marble

Unusual Pair of Geometric Travertine Side Tables

Sold|~~$3,200~~

Unusual Pair of Geometric Travertine Side Tables

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A wonderful and unusual pair of low side tables in a beautiful, figured travertine.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Side Tables

Materials

Travertine

A Lion in Frost Designed Travertine and Lucite Side Table

Sold

A Lion in Frost Designed Travertine and Lucite Side Table

Located in London, GB

A Lion in Frost Designed Travertine and Lucite Side Table with Nickel Plated Metal Detail USA

Category

20th Century American Side Tables

Pair of Drum Side Tables in Brass

Sold|~~$2,200~~

Pair of Drum Side Tables in Brass

Located in New Orleans, LA

Pair of Stylish Drum Side Tables in Brass with travertine tops.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Side Tables

Materials

Travertine, Brass

A Trio of Occasional Tables in the style of Fontana Arte. C. 1970's

Sold|~~$3,800~~

Sold|~~$4,000~~

Sold|~~$3,650~~

Pair of Travertine Top Brass Side Tables in the Style of Paul McCobb, 1950s

By Paul McCobb

Located in Atlanta, GA

Pair of Travertine Top Brass Side Tables in the Style of Paul McCobb, 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s Side Tables

Materials

Travertine, Brass

Maurice Villency Travertine Side Table with Sculpted Rough Edges

Sold|~~$1,500~~

Maurice Villency Travertine Side Table with Sculpted Rough Edges

Located in Pau, FR

Small side or end table entirely in travertine both base and top.

Category

1990s American Modern End Tables

Materials

Travertine

Travertine Coffee Table or Side Table for Up&Up, Italy, 1970s

Sold|~~$2,189~~

Travertine Coffee Table or Side Table for Up&Up, Italy, 1970s

By Up&Up

Located in Ghent, BE

Rare side table or small coffee table in travertine made in Italy in the 1970s by Up&Up This coffee table consists of four cylindrical legs and a square table top with rounded edges.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Travertine

Pair of Twin Travertine Coffee or Side Tables in Different Height, Italy, 1970s

Sold|~~$4,497~~

Pair of Twin Travertine Coffee or Side Tables in Different Height, Italy, 1970s

Located in Frankfurt / Dreieich, DE

Pair of twin travertine coffee or side tables in different height, Italy, 1970s Measurements: Width 70 cm, depth 90 cm, height 37.5 cm W 70 cm, D 90 cm, H 43 cm.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Travertine

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Side Table In Travertine For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal side table in travertine for your home. Each side table in travertine for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using stone, limestone and travertine. Find 30 options for an antique or vintage side table in travertine now, or shop our selection of 17 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a side table in travertine — find older editions for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Each side table in travertine bearing Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Scandinavian Modern hallmarks is very popular. Cupioli made in Italy, Josep Vila Capdevila and Design Frères each produced at least one beautiful side table in travertine that is worth considering.

How Much is a Side Table In Travertine?

Prices for a side table in travertine can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $736 and can go as high as $10,260, while the average can fetch as much as $3,400.

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 Side Table In Travertine

What is a travertine table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A travertine table is a table made from travertine. Travertine is a kind of limestone that is known for its eye-catching varied color and texture. It is usually polished for use in tables, but the varying detail in the material makes it a highly unique material. Browse a range of travertine tables from top sellers on 1stDibs.
What are side tables used for?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Side tables are used next to furniture like beds and couches to provide an accessible place for keeping essential items at hand. In the living room, side tables are often used to display flower arrangements, photos or books as well as to set down a drink. In the bedroom, a side table is typically populated with items like a lamp, bedtime reading material, and a charging device for a phone. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary side tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What are nesting side tables?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A nesting table is a set of tables designed to be stored one inside or under the other, giving them a layered or stacked appearance. A side table is a table that’s placed beside a piece of furniture. A nesting side table would be a series of side tables in graduated heights that can be stacked or nested together. Shop a collection of nesting tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What size should a side table be?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A side table should stand one to three inches below the arm of the sofa or chair it is placed next to.
What are side tables called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
Side tables are often simply called side tables. If positioned on either end of a sofa or loveseat, you might refer to them as end tables. General terms for side tables and other tables commonly used in seating areas include occasional tables and accent tables. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of side tables.
Is there a difference between an end table and a side table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
There are two differences between end tables and side tables: function and size. Typically, end tables go beside a chair or at opposite ends of a sofa and have smaller tabletops, while side tables go toward the sides of seating areas or against walls and feature a larger surface area. However, many people use the words side and end tables interchangeably, so these differences may not always apply. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of end and side tables.
What is the difference between a side table and a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
The difference between a side table and a coffee table is mainly in the size and shape. Coffee tables usually feature larger tops but shorter legs. People typically place them in front of a sofa or a loveseat to rest books, drinks, remote controls and other items. Side tables also store items, but they are usually positioned beside an accent chair or at the ends of a sofa or loveseat. Shop a diverse assortment of side tables and coffee tables on 1stDibs.
How can you tell if a side table is antique?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
To determine whether a side table is an antique, closely examine its details. Older pieces will typically have telltale features like wood pegs, hand-cut dovetails with some slight imperfections and mortise-and-tenon construction. Tables that are a consistent color throughout or have machine-cut moldings or carvings are unlikely to be antiques. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can be a helpful resource when dating tables. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and modern side tables on 1stDibs.
What are tiny side tables called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
What tiny side tables are called varies. Some people may simply refer to them as side tables. Others describe them as end tables if they're placed on either end of a sofa or loveseat. When used elsewhere in a room, small side tables are often called accent tables. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary side tables.
What is a tall side table called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
A tall side table may also be called a console table. While these furnishings are not as common in today’s interiors as their coffee-table and side-table counterparts, console tables are stylish home accents and have become more prevalent over the years. The popularity of wood console tables took shape during the 17th and 18th centuries in French and Italian culture, and were exclusively featured in the palatial homes of the upper class. Find console tables today on 1stDibs.
Should a side table be lower than a sofa?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
No, a side table shouldn't always be lower than a sofa. To make it easy to access items on a table, a sofa's arms should generally be no more than 2 to 3 inches above or below the tabletop. This rule of thumb differs from the one for coffee tables, which should be as tall or 1 to 2 inches shorter than the seat height of the sofa to ensure a balanced look. Explore a large selection of side tables on 1stDibs.

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