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.

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 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.

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 is the difference between a table lamp and a buffet lamp?

The difference between a table lamp and a buffet lamp is the size. Although the two types of lamps come in similar heights, buffet lamps are usually narrower, so they take up less space on a buffet server filled with food. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of lamps from some of the world's top sellers.

What is the difference between a table lamp and an accent lamp?

The main difference between a table lamp and an accent lamp is its size. Generally, table lamps are larger pieces that people use for task lighting or to increase ambiance lighting in a room. Accent lamps tend to be smaller and provide supplemental light in spaces. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of lamps from some of the world's top sellers.

Do table lamps have to match?

Your table lamps do not have to match but it definitely is important that they still go together. This can be done by making sure they are of similar style or have something in common such as color, shape, lamp shade, or metal type.

How does a table lamp work?

How a table lamp works begins with its cord, which gets plugged into an electrical outlet that provides a source of energy. Halogen and incandescent bulbs contain filaments. The filament in a bulb is a conductor of electricity. It’s attached to contacts made of metal that are connected to a power supply. This allows for electricity to flow through it. When the electrical current cycles through the filament, this component gets quite hot and emits light. Find a large collection of vintage table lamps on 1stDibs.

What is a buffet table lamp?

Buffet lamps, also known as console lamps or candlestick lamps, are light fixtures that range in height from 32 to 36 inches. The lamps feature a small shade and a narrow base silhouette, which resembles a slim column or candlestick. Shop for antique and vintage buffet lamps on 1stDibs.

What are table lamps used for?

Table lamps are often used as a reading light or for task lighting. They can also simply serve as part of a room’s decor, perhaps adding light to an area that doesn’t get any illumination from overhead lights. Shop a collection of table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

How big should a table lamp be?

How big a table lamp should be depends on your lighting needs and the size of the surface that you're placing the light fixture on. Most table lamps are 30 to 36 inches tall. On shorter tables, a taller lamp may be necessary to put illumination at eye level. Find a variety of table lamps on 1stDibs.

Can ceramic table lamps be painted?

Yes, ceramic table lamps can be painted. In fact, many lamps come with hand-painted finishes. If you choose to paint a lamp yourself, you may need two or more coats of paint to get the results you desire. You'll find a collection of ceramic table lamps on 1stDibs.

Which brand of table lamp is the best?

The best brand of table lamp is really a matter of personal preference. Choose a lamp that complements the style of your room and suits your lighting needs. On 1stDibs, find a range of table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers.

How tall should a lamp be on a console table?

A lamp for a console table should be between 25 and 32 inches tall. The table lamp ’s shade shouldn’t exceed half the width of the console table.You’ll find that when it comes to arranging wall art , a decorator might suggest that the space on the wall above a console table is a great place for a large painting or a wall sculpture . In that case, you may wish to use a taller lamp for the table. If your table is smaller in scale or if you have a small mirror hanging on the wall above the console, you may wish to opt for a shorter lamp.Find vintage table lamps for sale on 1stDibs.

How do I fix an old table lamp?

To fix an old table lamp, take it to an appliance or lighting repair shop that has experience working with the type of fixture that you have. Many problems can cause an old table lamp to stop working. A professional can determine the cause and use the correct tools to address it. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage table lamps.

How can I tell if a table lamp is vintage?

There are a few ways to identify if your table lamp is vintage, but it does vary from brand to brand. If you can spot a maker’s mark or manufacturer’s label on your piece, it could tell you where and when it was crafted. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary table lamps from top sellers around the world.

What size lamp should be on a sofa table?

To determine what size lamp should be on a sofa table, measure the table from the bottom of the legs to the tabletop. Then, choose a lamp that is equal to or up to 1.5 times taller than the table. Shop a range of table lamps from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.

Side Table With Lamp

Category

2010s Italian Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Ernesto Side Table with Lamp

H 46.66 in W 15.95 in D 12.41 in

Tantan Side Table with Lamp, Adjustable Lamp Stick

By Zhipeng Tan

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

The lovely side table comes with adjustable/removable lamp stick. You may switch for shorter or

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Tantan Side Table with Lamp, Adjustable Lamp Stick

H 37.41 in W 19.69 in D 30.32 in

Tantan Side Table with Lamp, Adjustable Lamp Stick

By Zhipeng Tan

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

The lovely side table comes with adjustable or removable lamp stick. You may switch for shorter or

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Tantan Side Table with Lamp, Adjustable Lamp Stick

H 37.41 in W 19.69 in D 30.32 in

Art Deco Side Table with Lamp, Poland, 1950s

Located in Chorzów, PL

A table with an Art Deco lamp from the mid-twentieth century. Very good condition, Dimensions

Category

Vintage 1950s Polish Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Art Deco Side Table with Lamp, Poland, 1950s

H 59.06 in W 20.08 in D 19.69 in

Post Modern Side table with Lamp by Edward Geluk for Arco, 1980s

By Edward Geluk, Arco

Located in Den Haag, NL

Postmodern side table with lamp by edward geluk for arco, 1980s. Halogen, two positions. Great

Category

Vintage 1980s Dutch Post-Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Metal

Post Modern Side table with Lamp by Edward Geluk for Arco, 1980s

H 57.09 in W 13 in D 7.09 in

Black Bed Side Tables with Lamps, Germany, circa 1965

By Staff Leuchten

Located in Vienna, AT

blackened steel side tables that work with dimmable lamps. Stunning 1960 design made from steel sheet and

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Black Bed Side Tables with Lamps, Germany, circa 1965

H 21.65 in Dm 15.74 in

Yellow Tole American Eagle Round Side Table with Lamp and Shade Signed V. Busci

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

A tall yellow Americana tole lamp and table combo with a hand-painted eagle motif. We rarely come

Category

Mid-20th Century American American Classical Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Yellow Tole American Eagle Round Side Table with Lamp and Shade Signed V. Busci

H 48 in Dm 15.75 in

18th C. Spanish Table with a Wavy X-Stretcher at Underside

Located in Atlanta, GA

small writing desk, or perhaps a nice side table with lamp and decorative items displayed on top.

Category

Antique 18th Century Spanish Side Tables

Materials

Wood

18th C. Spanish Table with a Wavy X-Stretcher at Underside

H 28.5 in W 36.5 in D 25 in

Laurel Lamp Co. Chrome & Dark Gray Slate Side Table, Floor Lamp, c. 1970

By Laurel Lamp Company

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Laurel Lamp Company chrome floor lamp table with black slate side table. Featuring a chrome plated

Category

Vintage 1960s American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Slate, Chrome

Laurel Lamp Co. Chrome & Dark Gray Slate Side Table, Floor Lamp, c. 1970

H 56 in Dm 16 in

Modernist Brass and Walnut Side Table by Rembrandt Lamp Company

By Rembrandt Lamp Company

Located in San Mateo, CA

Side table in brass and walnut by the Rembrandt Lamp Company. This has an onion shaped ribbed brass

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Modernist Brass and Walnut Side Table by Rembrandt Lamp Company

H 21.75 in Dm 22.25 in

George Nelson Herman Miller Walnut Planter Lamp Table Model 4634-L

By Herman Miller, George Nelson

Located in Baltimore, MD

Unique and rare Mid-Century Modern Model 4634-L side table with lamp and planters designed by

Category

Vintage 1940s American Table Lamps

Materials

Aluminum

George Nelson Herman Miller Walnut Planter Lamp Table Model 4634-L

H 18.9 in W 30.32 in D 46.07 in

Mid-Century Modern Side Table with Built in Lamp

Located in Pasadena, CA

Description Mid-Century Modern side table with a built in lamp and tinted glass. Made of chrome

Category

Early 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Mid-Century Modern Side Table with Built in Lamp

H 50 in W 22 in D 22 in

Restored Rattan Side Lamp Table with Three-Tier Mahogany Tops

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Restored rattan side table with 3-tier mahogany tops and loop arching table legs. The top 3rd tier

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Rattan

Restored Rattan Side Lamp Table with Three-Tier Mahogany Tops

H 26.5 in W 15 in D 26 in

Restored Vertically Stacked Rattan Side Lamp Table with Formica Tops

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Mid-Century pair of two-tier vertically stacked rattan end table paired with formica tops, circa

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Rattan

Restored Vertically Stacked Rattan Side Lamp Table with Formica Tops

H 29 in W 19 in D 30 in

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Table Lamp with Black Metal Side Fins

By Laurel Lamp Company

Located in San Diego, CA

Space Age MCM walnut table lamp with black metal side fins, circa 1960s. The lamp is in excellent

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Table Lamp with Black Metal Side Fins

H 19.5 in W 7.5 in D 4.25 in

Mirrored Side Table With One Drawer

Located in New York, NY

it next to a sofa or armchair to hold drinks, lamps, or decorative objects. Side table: Position it

Category

20th Century American Side Tables

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Mirrored Side Table With One Drawer

H 25.5 in W 14 in D 14 in

Pair of Mod Rolling Side Table Lamps

By Jean Maneval

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Incredible MOD rolling side tables with built in lamps and cube shape base. Mobile accent pieces

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Laminate

Pair of Mod Rolling Side Table Lamps

H 38 in W 19 in D 13 in

Chinese Ming Dynasty Style Side / Lamp Table

Located in Kastrup, DK

A Chinese antique ming style side lamp table from the late 19th century. Elm wood with original

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Ming Side Tables

Materials

Elm

Chinese Ming Dynasty Style Side / Lamp Table

H 19.69 in W 19.69 in D 20.48 in

Antique Victorian Quality Walnut Side/Lamp Table

Located in Suffolk, GB

Antique Victorian quality walnut side/lamp table having a quality walnut top with a moulded edge

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Antique Victorian Quality Walnut Side/Lamp Table

H 27.17 in W 35.44 in D 18.12 in

ANTIQUE INDIAN REPOUSSE PEWTER WiTH STONE INLAID DETAILING SIDE LAMP WINE TABLe

Located in GB

looking and decorative table, this would be used as a lamp wine or side table, it is super decorative

Category

Vintage 1920s Indian Arts and Crafts Side Tables

Materials

Pewter

ANTIQUE INDIAN REPOUSSE PEWTER WiTH STONE INLAID DETAILING SIDE LAMP WINE TABLe

H 21.07 in W 17.72 in D 15.56 in

Vintage Light Hardwood with Sculpted Legs Tripod Lamp Side End Wine Table

Located in GB

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely restored vintage light Mahogany lamp or side table

Category

20th Century English High Victorian Side Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Vintage Light Hardwood with Sculpted Legs Tripod Lamp Side End Wine Table

H 19.3 in Dm 11.82 in

Desirable French Marquetry Inlaid Side End Lamp Wine Table with Ormolu Mounts

Located in GB

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely walnut marquetry inlaid French side table covered in

Category

Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Desirable French Marquetry Inlaid Side End Lamp Wine Table with Ormolu Mounts

H 30.71 in W 27.17 in D 23.43 in

Primitive Tribal Plaster End / Side Table / Floor Lamp

By John Dickinson

Located in North Hollywood, CA

Primitive Plaster over hand carved wood side / end table / floor lamp in the style of John

Category

Early 2000s American Primitive Side Tables

Materials

Plaster, Wood

Primitive Tribal Plaster End / Side Table / Floor Lamp

H 54 in Dm 18 in

Louis XVI Style Side Table with Italian Marble Top, Powder Room Side Table

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage French Louis XVI style side table with a beige Italian marble top. The motifs around the

Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Louis XVI Style Side Table with Italian Marble Top, Powder Room Side Table

H 27 in Dm 24 in

Luxury Green Leather with Gold Leaf Inlay Hardwood Tripod Lamp Side End Table

Located in GB

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage green leather topped lamp or side table with

Category

20th Century English Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Luxury Green Leather with Gold Leaf Inlay Hardwood Tripod Lamp Side End Table

H 19.49 in Dm 12.6 in

Quality Edwardian Mahogany Free Standing Side/Lamp Table

Located in Suffolk, GB

Quality Edwardian mahogany free standing side/lamp table having a glorious mahogany top with a

Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Side Tables

Materials

Other

Quality Edwardian Mahogany Free Standing Side/Lamp Table

H 29.14 in W 29.93 in D 19.89 in

Lovely Vintage Burr Yew Wood Side End Lamp Wine Table with Chippendale Arches

Located in GB

We are delighted to offer this lovely vintage Burr Yew Wood side end lamp wine table A good

Category

20th Century English Chippendale Side Tables

Materials

Yew

Lovely Vintage Burr Yew Wood Side End Lamp Wine Table with Chippendale Arches

H 20.67 in W 20.08 in D 20.08 in

Mid-Century Waxed Side Table with Book Turn and Lamp - Hand-crafted in Scotland

Located in Glasgow, GB

Mid-Century Side Table This handcrafted solid mahogany library table from 1950s Glasgow features a

Category

Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Sapele Wood

Mid-Century Waxed Side Table with Book Turn and Lamp - Hand-crafted in Scotland

H 61.03 in W 17.33 in D 17.33 in

Wonatti Tuusula Side Table, Walnut Wood Side Table, Marble Side Table

Located in Vila Nova De Famalicão, 03

design, quality, and comfort. Tuusula Side Table, Modern Collection, Solid Walnut Wood, Portuguese

Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Wonatti Tuusula Side Table, Walnut Wood Side Table, Marble Side Table

H 18.51 in W 21.66 in D 21.66 in

Restored 2-Tier Rattan & Mahogany Side Lamp Table

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Restored single-strand rattan and mahogany 2-tiered side table. Perfect alongside your bed or sofa

Category

Vintage 1950s Side Tables

Materials

Rattan

Restored 2-Tier Rattan & Mahogany Side Lamp Table

H 22 in W 28 in D 15 in

Restored Stacked Rattan Side Lamp Table w/ Mahogany

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Paul Frankl two-tier stacked rattan end table pair with cut-out sides and mahogany wood top, circa

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Rattan

Restored Stacked Rattan Side Lamp Table w/ Mahogany

H 48 in W 14.5 in D 14.5 in

Mid-Century Modern White Lucite Table Lamp with Side Planter by Moss Lighting

By Moss Lamp Co. 1

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Mid-Century Modern white and clear Lucite acrylic sculptural table lamp by Moss Lighting on green

Category

Vintage 1950s American Table Lamps

Materials

Acrylic, Lucite, Plexiglass

Mid-Century Modern White Lucite Table Lamp with Side Planter by Moss Lighting

H 23 in W 7 in D 2.5 in

Pair of Swedish Gustavian Gueridon Wood Side Lamp Tables

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Swedish Pair of Gustavian Painted Side Lamp Tables A fantastic pair of painted wood side tables

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Paint

Pair of Swedish Gustavian Gueridon Wood Side Lamp Tables

H 27.17 in W 24.02 in D 16.93 in

Danish Modern Rosewood Side Table with Drawer, 1960s.

Located in Asaa, DK

Danish Modern Rosewood Side Table with Drawer, 1960s. Elegant and versatile Scandinavian Mid

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Danish Modern Rosewood Side Table with Drawer, 1960s.

H 17.72 in W 24.22 in D 14.97 in

Alby Side Table with Light by Mason Editions

By Mason Editions

Located in Milan, IT

Characterized by simple, clean-cut shapes, this unusual side table designed by Matteo Fiorini is

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Alby Side Table with Light by Mason Editions

H 19.69 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Late Qing Dynasty Side Table with Carved Reeded Apron and Side Stretchers

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese late Qing Dynasty period side table with carved reeded apron on all sides, straight legs

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Late Qing Dynasty Side Table with Carved Reeded Apron and Side Stretchers

H 18.5 in W 15 in D 12 in

Pair of Burr & Burl Walnut Extending Side End Lamp Tables with Lion Paw Castors

Located in GB

side tables with extending top and single drawers A super decorative and well made pair, I have

Category

20th Century English Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Burr & Burl Walnut Extending Side End Lamp Tables with Lion Paw Castors

H 21.26 in W 17.52 in D 14.97 in

Antique Regency Quality Mahogany Free Standing Lamp / Side Table

Located in Suffolk, GB

Antique Regency quality mahogany free standing lamp / side table having a quality mahogany top with

Category

Antique 1820s English Regency Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Regency Quality Mahogany Free Standing Lamp / Side Table

H 28.94 in W 24.02 in D 16.93 in

Lovely Art Deco Style Burr Walnut Side End Lamp Table with Euro Sign Base

Located in GB

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely Art deco style burr walnut lamp or side table with a

Category

20th Century English Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Lovely Art Deco Style Burr Walnut Side End Lamp Table with Euro Sign Base

H 33.08 in W 26.19 in D 19.69 in

Antique Decorative Side Table, Continental, Lamp, Regency Revival, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique decorative side table. A Continental, flip top wine or lamp stand in Regency

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique Decorative Side Table, Continental, Lamp, Regency Revival, Victorian

H 32.29 in W 17.72 in D 18.12 in

Stunning Victorian Decoupage Hand Painted Side Wine Lamp Table

Located in Pulborough, GB

Victorian decoupage hand-painted side wine lamp table is a truly stunning piece of furniture, crafted with

Category

20th Century British Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Stunning Victorian Decoupage Hand Painted Side Wine Lamp Table

H 19.3 in W 16.93 in D 16.93 in

Antique Victorian Ebonised Side Occasional Lamp Coffee Wine Table

Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire

Antique Victorian C1880 ebonised and gilt side, occasional, lamp, coffee or wine table. Stamped

Category

Antique 1880s Victorian Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique Victorian Ebonised Side Occasional Lamp Coffee Wine Table

H 22.05 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in

19th Century Victorian Antique Mahogany Side or Lamp Table

Located in Suffolk, GB

This is a 19th century Victorian antique mahogany side or lamp table with a lovely top supported on

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Side Tables

Materials

Other

19th Century Victorian Antique Mahogany Side or Lamp Table

H 42.13 in W 31.11 in D 25.2 in

Quality Antique 19th Century Victorian Mahogany Lamp/Side Table

Located in Suffolk, GB

Quality antique 19th century Victorian mahogany lamp/side table having a shaped thumb moulded edge

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Side Tables

Materials

Other

Quality Antique 19th Century Victorian Mahogany Lamp/Side Table

H 30.12 in W 24.61 in D 15.36 in

Italian Gueridon Carved Rams Head Side Center Lamp Table

By Grosfeld House

Located in Lake Worth, FL

rams head hoof footed side center lamp solid wood table In the style of Grosfeld House, 3 carved

Category

Vintage 1980s Neoclassical Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Italian Gueridon Carved Rams Head Side Center Lamp Table

H 26 in W 26 in D 26 in

Restored Arch Leg Two-Tier Rattan Side Lamp Table

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Arch leg rattan side table with two-tier Formica tops. 1950, United States We only purchase and

Category

Antique Early 1900s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Rattan

Restored Arch Leg Two-Tier Rattan Side Lamp Table

H 30.5 in W 14.5 in D 20.5 in

20th Century French Metal Side Table With Wooden Top

Located in High Point, NC

showcasing your favorite lamp or holding a cup of coffee, this side table effortlessly combines form and

Category

20th Century French Side Tables

Materials

Metal

20th Century French Metal Side Table With Wooden Top

H 25.4 in W 32.6 in D 24.8 in

CENTURY Cardella Collection Cherry Italian Provincial Serpentine Lamp Side Table

By Century Furniture

Located in Charlotte, NC

An Italian Provincial style lamp table by Century Furniture, from their Cardella Collection. Cherry

Category

Late 20th Century American Other Side Tables

Materials

Brass

CENTURY Cardella Collection Cherry Italian Provincial Serpentine Lamp Side Table

H 22.5 in W 27 in D 27 in

FLAMED HARDWOOD OVAL PIE CRUST SIDE END LAMP TABLE j1

Located in Pulborough, GB

We are delighted to offer for sale this flamed hardwood oval pie crust side table is a stylish and

Category

20th Century British Side Tables

Materials

Hardwood

FLAMED HARDWOOD OVAL PIE CRUST SIDE END LAMP TABLE j1

H 20.48 in W 18.9 in D 16.15 in

Antique English Burnt Bamboo Three Tier Side End Lamp Table

Located in Pulborough, GB

We are excited to present this stunning antique burnt bamboo side end lamp table. The table is

Category

20th Century British Side Tables

Materials

Bamboo

Antique English Burnt Bamboo Three Tier Side End Lamp Table

H 28.35 in W 20.48 in D 15.36 in

Antique Accent Table French Side Lamp Solid Wood Burl Top

Located in Lake Worth, FL

Lamp Table Solid Wood with Burl Top Ball & Claw Feet. Everybody has a spot that needs a table like

Category

Vintage 1940s French Provincial Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique Accent Table French Side Lamp Solid Wood Burl Top

H 24 in W 15 in D 15 in

Vintage Honey Brown Side Table with Geometric Base Shelf

Located in Yonkers, NY

A vintage side table from the mid 20th century with a square tabletop, mid shelf and lower base

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Vintage Honey Brown Side Table with Geometric Base Shelf

H 30.25 in W 15 in D 15 in

Hand Carved Occasional Side End Lamp Table, 1905 Liberty's London

By Liberty & Co.

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Liberty Hand Carved Side Table. Heavily Carved with Large Poppy Flowers. A very good-looking piece

Category

Antique Early 1900s Italian Folk Art Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Hand Carved Occasional Side End Lamp Table, 1905 Liberty's London

H 20.87 in W 16.93 in D 16.93 in

Danish Teak Model Fd544 Lamp Side Table, France & Søn, 1950s

By Hvidt & Mølgaard, France & Søn

Located in London, GB

Danish model FD544 occasional side table by Edvard Kindt-Larsen for Danish manufacturer France

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Teak

Danish Teak Model Fd544 Lamp Side Table, France & Søn, 1950s

H 15.75 in W 18.12 in D 18.12 in

1905s Liberty's London Hand Carved Occasional Side End Lamp Table

By Liberty of London

Located in Pulborough, GB

come in varying sizes, this would be classed as a very large side table or a small occasional table

Category

Antique Early 19th Century British Edwardian Side Tables

Materials

Hardwood

1905s Liberty's London Hand Carved Occasional Side End Lamp Table

H 27.56 in W 26.78 in D 23.23 in

Gustavian Styled Side Table with Drawer and Curved Legs

Located in Hamburg, Hamburg

This wonderful Gustavian styled side table features a practical front drawer with gorgeous fitting

Category

Antique 18th Century Unknown Gustavian Side Tables

Materials

Other

Gustavian Styled Side Table with Drawer and Curved Legs

H 30.32 in W 23.04 in D 16.34 in

Mastercraft Trefoil Side Table with Bernhard Rohne Brass Banding

By Mastercraft, William Doezema

Located in Hanover, MA

Mastercraft Furniture model 1611 lamp table in trefoil form in high luster black lacquered wood

Category

Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Mastercraft Trefoil Side Table with Bernhard Rohne Brass Banding

H 24 in Dm 21 in

An Unusual Pair of Lyre Ended Cherrywood Lamp or Side Tables

Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight

An Unusual Pair of Lyre Ended Cherrywood Lamp or Side Tables This is a very attractive pair, the

Category

Mid-20th Century French Provincial Side Tables

Materials

Cherry

An Unusual Pair of Lyre Ended Cherrywood Lamp or Side Tables

H 9 in W 16 in D 10 in

Bobbin Legged Lamp Table with Trestle Base

Located in Port Chester, NY

A charming bobbin legged side table with a trestle base and whisically shaped top. The piece is in

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Side Tables

Materials

Pine

Bobbin Legged Lamp Table with Trestle Base

H 28.5 in W 31.25 in D 18.5 in

Vintage late 20th Century burr yew pedestal lamp or side table

Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire

Vintage late 20th Century burr yew pedestal lamp or side table. The table is solid with no loose

Category

1990s Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Vintage late 20th Century burr yew pedestal lamp or side table

H 28.75 in Dm 23.63 in

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Side Table With Lamp For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic side table with lamp available at 1stDibs. A side table with lamp — often made from wood, metal and brass — can elevate any home. Find 95 options for an antique or vintage side table with lamp now, or shop our selection of 12 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect side table with lamp — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A side table with lamp, designed in the Mid-Century Modern, Modern or Regency style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made side table with lamp has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Laurel Lamp Company, Zhipeng Tan and Bevan Funnell Ltd. are consistently popular.

How Much is a Side Table With Lamp?

The average selling price for a side table with lamp at 1stDibs is $1,495, while they’re typically $248 on the low end and $30,000 for the highest priced.

Questions About Side Table With Lamp

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.
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 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.
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 is the difference between a table lamp and a buffet lamp?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
The difference between a table lamp and a buffet lamp is the size. Although the two types of lamps come in similar heights, buffet lamps are usually narrower, so they take up less space on a buffet server filled with food. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of lamps from some of the world's top sellers.
What is the difference between a table lamp and an accent lamp?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
The main difference between a table lamp and an accent lamp is its size. Generally, table lamps are larger pieces that people use for task lighting or to increase ambiance lighting in a room. Accent lamps tend to be smaller and provide supplemental light in spaces. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of lamps from some of the world's top sellers.
Do table lamps have to match?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Your table lamps do not have to match but it definitely is important that they still go together. This can be done by making sure they are of similar style or have something in common such as color, shape, lamp shade, or metal type.
How does a table lamp work?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024
How a table lamp works begins with its cord, which gets plugged into an electrical outlet that provides a source of energy. Halogen and incandescent bulbs contain filaments. The filament in a bulb is a conductor of electricity. It’s attached to contacts made of metal that are connected to a power supply. This allows for electricity to flow through it. When the electrical current cycles through the filament, this component gets quite hot and emits light. Find a large collection of vintage table lamps on 1stDibs.
What is a buffet table lamp?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
Buffet lamps, also known as console lamps or candlestick lamps, are light fixtures that range in height from 32 to 36 inches. The lamps feature a small shade and a narrow base silhouette, which resembles a slim column or candlestick. Shop for antique and vintage buffet lamps on 1stDibs.
What are table lamps used for?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Table lamps are often used as a reading light or for task lighting. They can also simply serve as part of a room’s decor, perhaps adding light to an area that doesn’t get any illumination from overhead lights. Shop a collection of table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
How big should a table lamp be?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
How big a table lamp should be depends on your lighting needs and the size of the surface that you're placing the light fixture on. Most table lamps are 30 to 36 inches tall. On shorter tables, a taller lamp may be necessary to put illumination at eye level. Find a variety of table lamps on 1stDibs.
Can ceramic table lamps be painted?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, ceramic table lamps can be painted. In fact, many lamps come with hand-painted finishes. If you choose to paint a lamp yourself, you may need two or more coats of paint to get the results you desire. You'll find a collection of ceramic table lamps on 1stDibs.
Which brand of table lamp is the best?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
The best brand of table lamp is really a matter of personal preference. Choose a lamp that complements the style of your room and suits your lighting needs. On 1stDibs, find a range of table lamps from some of the world’s top sellers.
How tall should a lamp be on a console table?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024

A lamp for a console table should be between 25 and 32 inches tall. The table lamp’s shade shouldn’t exceed half the width of the console table.

You’ll find that when it comes to arranging wall art, a decorator might suggest that the space on the wall above a console table is a great place for a large painting or a wall sculpture. In that case, you may wish to use a taller lamp for the table. If your table is smaller in scale or if you have a small mirror hanging on the wall above the console, you may wish to opt for a shorter lamp.

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How do I fix an old table lamp?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To fix an old table lamp, take it to an appliance or lighting repair shop that has experience working with the type of fixture that you have. Many problems can cause an old table lamp to stop working. A professional can determine the cause and use the correct tools to address it. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage table lamps.
How can I tell if a table lamp is vintage?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
There are a few ways to identify if your table lamp is vintage, but it does vary from brand to brand. If you can spot a maker’s mark or manufacturer’s label on your piece, it could tell you where and when it was crafted. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary table lamps from top sellers around the world.
What size lamp should be on a sofa table?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
To determine what size lamp should be on a sofa table, measure the table from the bottom of the legs to the tabletop. Then, choose a lamp that is equal to or up to 1.5 times taller than the table. Shop a range of table lamps from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.