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 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.

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 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.

Are end tables taller than coffee tables?

Yes, end tables are generally taller than coffee tables .The term “end table” is frequently used interchangeably with “coffee table,” and while these two furnishings have much in common, each table type offers its own distinctive benefits in your space.Your end table is likely going to stand as tall as the arms of your sofa , and its depth will match the seating . These attributes allow for tucking the table neatly at the end of your sofa in order to provide an elevated surface between your seating and the wall. End tables are accent pieces — they’re a close cousin to side tables , but side tables, not unlike the show-stealing low-profile coffee table, are intended to be positioned prominently and have more to do with the flow and design of a room than an end table, which does a great job but does it out of the way of everything else.Find all kinds of antique and vintage tables on 1stDibs.

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

The difference between a sofa table and a coffee table is that a sofa table is always behind the sofa and a coffee table is in front of it. Additionally, a sofa table is the same height as the sofa and a coffee table is much shorter.

What is the difference between a bistro table and a pub table?

The main difference between a bistro table and a pub table is the size. A bistro table is usually around 28 to 36 inches tall, so you can sit at it with a standard dining chair. Often, people pair bistro chairs with bistro tables. A pub table is taller at around 40 to 44 inches and requires a pub-height chair or stool for comfortable seating. Find a variety of pub and bistro tables on 1stDibs.

What is the difference between a billiard table and a pool table?

The difference between a billiard table and a pool table is primarily the size. The basic dimensions of a billiard table are usually 10’ by 5’, whereas a pool table is a relatively smaller structure, as they’re usually 3.5’ by 7’. An additional way that these tables differ from each other is the absence of pockets on the billiard table. Shop a range of billiard and pool tables on 1stDibs.

What is the difference between a drawing table and a drafting table?

The main difference between a drawing table and a drafting table is adjustability. Typically, drawing table writing surfaces are stationary, while most drafting tables can be tilted and moved up and down. However, some people use the terms drawing and drafting table interchangeably to describe any table with a tilted writing surface. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of drafting tables.

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

While both pieces are relatively new to the furniture world, the main difference between them are their shapes. A cocktail table is generally square or rectangular in shape, while a coffee table tends to be oval or circular in shape. You can shop a collection of furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is a couch table?

A couch table is a long, narrow table with storage space below that is placed behind a sofa and stands no higher than its back.

What is a serving table?

A serving table is a side table used to present and serve food.

What is an entryway table?

An entryway table is a narrow table suitable for use in an entry hall. Console tables , because they are narrow and fixed to the wall, are good entryway tables.

What is a demilune table?

A demilune table has a semicircular top, allowing it to stand flush against a wall or sofa back.

What is an accent table?

Accent tables serve a decorative, rather than a practical, function.

What is a Pembroke table?

A pembroke table has one or two drop leaves that can be lifted to make it longer. The piece is named for the noted architect Henry Herbert, 9th Earl of Pembroke.

What is a center table?

A center table is usually circular and placed in the middle of a parlor or foyer, although they may appear elsewhere. They can be made of any material — including marble , glass, wood and lucite — and typically do not adhere to any particular style. Because of this variability, they are generally easy to position in a room.

Side Tables Tables

Tree Stump Table

Sustainable Table

Victorian Round Table

Category

20th Century English Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany, Wood

English Side Table / Table, 20th Century

H 24.81 in Dm 19.69 in

English Folding Table / Side Table / Table, 20th Century

Located in Berlin, DE

English folding table / side table / table, 20th century Solid wood stained with mahogany

Category

20th Century English Side Tables

Materials

Wood

English Folding Table / Side Table / Table, 20th Century

H 22.45 in Dm 23.63 in

Richard Schultz Side Table Table

Located in New York, NY

Certainly! Here's a concise representation of the information about the Richard Schultz Side Table

Category

20th Century American Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Richard Schultz Side Table Table

H 15 in W 18 in D 18 in

Wood Tree Root Side Table/Table Base

Located in Douglas Manor, NY

1556 Harwood root side table . Top Diameter 13.5x14" Could also be used as a table base for a round

Category

Vintage 1950s Side Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Wood Tree Root Side Table/Table Base

H 13 in W 16 in D 17 in

Meadow Blocks, Podiums, Side Table, Tables and Pededtal

By Andredottir & Bobek

Located in copenhagen, DK

find new places to investigate. Meadow Blocks Side table in fade green and white - From the

Category

2010s Danish Other Side Tables

Materials

Foam, Plaster

Meadow Blocks, Podiums, Side Table, Tables and Pededtal

H 15.75 in W 17.72 in D 18.12 in

Oak Side Table, "Table Ellipse" by Designer Hoon Moreau

By Hoon Moreau

Located in Paris, FR

nuances from black to natural oak. Side table wood limited edition of eight. Measures: H 52cm, D 39cm, W

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Oak Side Table, "Table Ellipse" by Designer Hoon Moreau

H 20.48 in W 22.45 in D 15.36 in

Contemporary Molecule 222 Side Table Table in Handmade Coloured Resin

Located in London, GB

delicate and rigid. Its whimsical architecture mildly suggestive of its use as table, pedestal, vase or

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Resin

Contemporary Molecule 222 Side Table Table in Handmade Coloured Resin

H 13 in W 13 in D 13 in

Black Rock Side Table/Table Base Aluminum Foam by Michael Young

By Michael Young

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

The work is customizable in size, color and shape. About the designer: Michael Young was born in 1966 in Sunderland, a small Industrial city in the North-East of England. He grad...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Side Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Black Rock Side Table/Table Base Aluminum Foam by Michael Young

H 18 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

Black Rock Side Table/Table Base Aluminum Foam by Michael Young

By Michael Young

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

The work is customizable in size, color and shape. About the designer: Michael Young was born in 1966 in Sunderland, a small Industrial city in the North-East of England. He grad...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Side Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Black Rock Side Table/Table Base Aluminum Foam by Michael Young

H 18 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

18th Century French Louis XV Cube Marquetry Side Table "Table à Rognon"

Located in Berlin, DE

18th Century French Louis XV/Transition period cube marquetry side table, so-called "Table à Rognon

Category

Antique 1760s French Louis XV Side Tables

Materials

Bronze

18th Century French Louis XV Cube Marquetry Side Table "Table à Rognon"

H 27.96 in W 21.66 in D 12.6 in

Metal Rock Blue Side Table/Table Base Aluminum Foam by Michael Young

By Michael Young

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

The work is customizable in size, color and shape. About the designer: Michael Young was born in 1966 in Sunderland, a small industrial city in the North-East of England. He gra...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Side Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Metal Rock Blue Side Table/Table Base Aluminum Foam by Michael Young

H 18 in W 16 in D 16 in

Pierluigi Cerri for Poltrona Frau Sofa Black Lather and Marble Side Table Table

By Pierluigi Cerri

Located in Pasadena, CA

cushion and the other half is a black marble side table. Measures: this item measure 76 wide , the depth

Category

20th Century Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Metal

Pierluigi Cerri for Poltrona Frau Sofa Black Lather and Marble Side Table Table

H 17 in W 76 in D 30 in

Mid-Century Modern Plaster Rock and Glass Square Side Table Table by Sirmos

By Sirmos

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A sculptural faux rock formation table made by Sirmos in the 1970s. It features a plaster molded

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Glass, Plaster

Mid-Century Modern Plaster Rock and Glass Square Side Table Table by Sirmos

H 20 in W 24 in D 24 in

Eileen Gray Adjustable E1027 Side Table

Located in New York, NY

Eileen Gray (Irish, 1878-1976) adjustable E1027 round side table table in chrome and glass with

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Modern Side Tables

Materials

Chrome

Eileen Gray Adjustable E1027 Side Table

H 25 in Dm 20 in

Three Vintage Capiz Shell Top Side Tables

Located in New York, NY

Three vintage lacquered Capiz shell top side tables. Tables have black lacquered bases with a

Category

Vintage 1960s Hollywood Regency Side Tables

Materials

Shell, Wood

Three Vintage Capiz Shell Top Side Tables

H 16.5 in W 18.5 in D 18.5 in

Mid-Century Federal Turned Legs Mahogany Low Side Table Tea Table

Located in Germantown, MD

A federal style turned legs Mahogany low Side Table. Table has been recently refinished and is in

Category

Mid-20th Century American Federal Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Mid-Century Federal Turned Legs Mahogany Low Side Table Tea Table

H 15 in W 26 in D 22 in

Boho Chic White Rattan Square Side Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Freshly lacquered in white boho chic rattan side Table table in white with a glass top. Add to your

Category

Vintage 1960s Modern Side Tables

Materials

Rattan, Glass, Lacquer

Boho Chic White Rattan Square Side Table

H 20.5 in W 30 in D 30 in

19th Century Burmese Anglo-Indian Carved Side Table

Located in Bradenton, FL

Exquisite 19th Century Carved Burmese Anglo-Indian round side table. Table features an intricately

Category

Antique 19th Century Burmese Anglo-Indian Side Tables

Materials

Wood

19th Century Burmese Anglo-Indian Carved Side Table

H 29 in Dm 29 in

19th Century Burmese Anglo-Indian Carved Side Table

Located in Bradenton, FL

Exquisite 19th Century Carved Burmese Anglo-Indian round side table. Table features an intricately

Category

Antique 19th Century Burmese Anglo-Indian Side Tables

Materials

Wood

19th Century Burmese Anglo-Indian Carved Side Table

H 30 in Dm 27 in

Early 20th Century Georgian Style Two-Drawer Mahogany Side Table

Located in Germantown, MD

An Early 20th Century Georgian Style Two-Drawer Mahogany Side Table Tables measures 14" in width

Category

20th Century Unknown Louis XIV Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Early 20th Century Georgian Style Two-Drawer Mahogany Side Table

H 30 in W 14 in D 14 in

19th Century English Bamboo Side Table

Located in Nashville, TN

This is a beautiful 19th century English bamboo side table! Tables like these make excellent accent

Category

Antique 1880s English Side Tables

Materials

Bamboo

19th Century English Bamboo Side Table

H 26 in W 16 in D 16 in

Mid-Century Teak Sewing/Side Table

Located in VANCOUVER, CA

Teak Danish sewing/side table table, circa 1960's. Slim, elegant table with charming X legs and

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Teak Sewing/Side Table

H 21 in W 27.5 in D 17 in

Early 20th Century Georgian Three Tier One Drawer Mahogany Side Table

Located in Germantown, MD

An Early 20th Century Georgian Style Three Tier Single Drawer Mahogany Side Table Tables measures

Category

20th Century Unknown Georgian Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Early 20th Century Georgian Three Tier One Drawer Mahogany Side Table

H 32 in W 15 in D 15 in

A Pair of Chinese Export Ebonized Top Bamboo Side Tables

Located in Bradenton, FL

An amazing pair of McGuire style Chinese export ebonized top bamboo side tables. Tables have

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Chippendale Side Tables

Materials

Bamboo

A Pair of Chinese Export Ebonized Top Bamboo Side Tables

H 20 in W 18 in D 17.5 in

19th Century French Kingwood & Marquetry Side Table / "Table à Rognon":

Located in Dublin, IE

A very fine and elegant kidney shaped side / occasional table, raised by four delicately scrolled

Category

Antique 19th Century French Victorian Tables

Materials

Ormolu

19th Century French Kingwood & Marquetry Side Table / "Table à Rognon":

H 29.02 in W 23.23 in D 12.01 in

19th Century French Kingwood & Marquetry Side Table / "Table à Rognon":

Located in Dublin, IE

A very fine and elegant kidney shaped side / occasional table, raised by four delicately scrolled

Category

Antique 19th Century French Tables

Materials

Ormolu

19th Century French Kingwood & Marquetry Side Table / "Table à Rognon":

H 29.02 in W 21.97 in D 12.01 in

Severin Hansen Jr. Side Teak Table + Cane by Haslev Furniture Denmark, 1960s

By Severin Hansen Jr., Haslev Mobelsnedkeri

Located in Aarhus C, DK

Danish modern small side table table of teak with pointed legs, designed by Severin Hansen Jr. and

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Cane, Teak

Severin Hansen Jr. Side Teak Table + Cane by Haslev Furniture Denmark, 1960s

H 19.69 in W 22.84 in D 13.78 in

Pair of Nantes Side Tables, Model C, by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Two small-scale side tables. Minimalist design with gun metal patina frames and grey slate marble

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Pair of Nantes Side Tables, Model C, by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

H 26 in W 12.5 in D 12.5 in

French 19th Century Napoleon III Oval Marble Top Side Table

Located in Bradenton, FL

French 19th Century Napoleon III Oval Marble Top Side Table. Table has an oval form with a three

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Side Tables

Materials

Brass

French 19th Century Napoleon III Oval Marble Top Side Table

H 31 in W 15 in D 19 in

1960s Pega Ib Juul Christensen Rosewood Cubby Cabinet Side Table Norway

By Ib Juul Christensen

Located in Chula Vista, CA

Side Table Pega by Ib Juul Christensen of Norway circa 1960s Unmarked Elegant Rosewood Side Table

Category

Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Rosewood

1960s Pega Ib Juul Christensen Rosewood Cubby Cabinet Side Table Norway

H 28.5 in W 16.75 in D 18 in

Ello Mid Century Pink Glass and Brass 2 Sided Pedestal Side Table

By Ello Furniture

Located in Countryside, IL

Ello mid century pink glass and brass 2 sided pedestal side table Table measures: 18 wide x 18

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Ello Mid Century Pink Glass and Brass 2 Sided Pedestal Side Table

H 28 in W 18 in D 18 in

Antique English Bamboo Table

Located in Nashville, TN

This is a beautiful 19th century English bamboo side table! Tables like these make excellent accent

Category

Antique 1880s English Side Tables

Materials

Bamboo

Antique English Bamboo Table

H 25 in W 19 in D 19 in

Echo Side Table with Tree Rings in Bronze and Laminated Oak by Sharon Sides

By Sharon Sides

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Sharon Sides Echo Side Table, 2015 Hand formed acid etched brass, bronze and stacked laminated oak

Category

2010s Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Echo Side Table with Tree Rings in Bronze and Laminated Oak by Sharon Sides

H 19 in W 22 in D 22.75 in

John Widdicomb 2 Tier Drop Leaf Walnut Bookmatched Top Accent Table

By John Widdicomb

Located in Germantown, MD

Two Tier John Widdicomb drop leaf walnut bookmtached veneer top accent table side table. Table

Category

Mid-20th Century North American Renaissance Revival Side Tables

Materials

Hardwood, Walnut

John Widdicomb 2 Tier Drop Leaf Walnut Bookmatched Top Accent Table

H 22 in W 25 in D 27 in

Contemporary crafted Coffee Table, side table, table CaraDavide for Medulum

By Cara e Davide

Located in Meolo, Venezia

This table with its highly iconic image is characterized by a simple geometric mesh. Transparency

Category

2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Contemporary crafted Coffee Table, side table, table CaraDavide for Medulum

H 20.48 in Dm 22.45 in

Set of 4 Irony Small End and Side Tables

By Zeus

Located in Milan, IT

side tables with black sablè powder-coated tops with a waxed finish, all with a slender metal structure

Category

2010s Italian Side Tables

Materials

Metal, Steel

Set of 4 Irony Small End and Side Tables

H 25.2 in W 48.82 in D 12.21 in

Danish Square Coffee Table in Solid Teak

Located in Waalwijk, NL

Coffee table, solid teak, Denmark, 1950s This square coffee or side table table is an example of

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Teak

Danish Square Coffee Table in Solid Teak

H 19.1 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in

French Pair Oval Side Tables w/Marble & Brass Gallery Tops

Located in Atlanta, GA

and oval-shaped wooden apron that houses a single petite drawer at one longer side. The table is

Category

Mid-20th Century French Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

French Pair Oval Side Tables w/Marble & Brass Gallery Tops

H 26.5 in W 18.75 in D 13.5 in

Folia - Side Table; brass side table;

Located in Porto, PT

Folia Side Table, is a testament to the marriage of artistic inspiration and impeccable

Category

2010s Portuguese Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Folia - Side Table; brass side table;

H 29.53 in W 13 in D 13.78 in

Wonatti Miracoli Side Table, Stainless Steel Side Table, Fabric Side Table

Located in Vila Nova De Famalicão, 03

design, quality, and comfort. Miracoli Side Table, Modern Collection, Suede fabric, Stainless steel

Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Side Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Wonatti Miracoli Side Table, Stainless Steel Side Table, Fabric Side Table

H 18.51 in W 21.66 in D 21.66 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

Set of Side Table, Round Side Table

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Set of side table, round side table with metal structure and tops in Bianco Carrara marble up top

Category

2010s French Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

Set of Side Table, Round Side Table

H 20.08 in Dm 15.36 in

C Resin Side Table, Contemporary Side Table

By Nada Debs

Located in New York, NY

The C Resin side table by Nada Debs is composed of transparent resin with hand inlay of mother-of

Category

2010s Lebanese Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Copper, Silver

C Resin Side Table, Contemporary Side Table

H 21 in W 10 in D 15.5 in

Side table

By Romain Barré

Located in PARIS, FR

Signed and numbered 1/8

Category

2010s European Side Tables

Materials

Bronze, Wrought Iron

Side table

H 21.07 in W 16.74 in D 16.74 in

Gold Side Table Contemporary Side Table in Ceramic

Located in London, GB

A side table with cylindrical shape. The existing ceramic process was manufactured with clay, the

Category

2010s South Korean Modern Side Tables

Materials

Ceramic

Gold Side Table Contemporary Side Table in Ceramic

H 18.12 in W 14.97 in D 22.45 in

Bertu Side Table, Outdoor Side Table, the Crag

By Bertu Furniture

Located in Oak Harbor, OH

Bertu Side Table, Outdoor Side Table, the Crag This Outdoor Side Table - The Crag is made in the

Category

2010s American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Bertu Side Table, Outdoor Side Table, the Crag

H 17 in W 29 in D 23 in

Bertu Side Tables, Dublin Large Side Table, Maple

By Bertu Furniture

Located in Oak Harbor, OH

Bertu Side Tables, Dublin Large Side Table, Maple Please scroll down to read IMPORTANT

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2010s American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Maple

Bertu Side Tables, Dublin Large Side Table, Maple

H 18 in W 14 in D 14 in

C Resin Side Table, Contemporary Side Table Silver

By Nada Debs

Located in New York, NY

The C Resin side table by Nada Debs is composed of transparent resin with hand inlay of brushed

Category

2010s Lebanese Modern Side Tables

Materials

Copper, Brass, Silver

C Resin Side Table, Contemporary Side Table Silver

H 21 in W 10 in D 15.5 in

Bertu, Wood Side Table, Modern, Side Table, Breeze

By Bertu Furniture

Located in Oak Harbor, OH

Bertu, Wood Side Table, Modern, Side Table, Breeze Please scroll down to read IMPORTANT

Category

2010s American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Maple

Bertu, Wood Side Table, Modern, Side Table, Breeze

H 17 in Dm 19 in

Side Table- FLUTE SIDE TABLE - LARGE - BLACK/WHITE

Located in New York, NY

Inspired by Xibelani skirts worn by Xitsonga women to celebrate their culture, the Flute table

Category

2010s South African Side Tables

Materials

Terrazzo

Side Table- FLUTE SIDE TABLE - LARGE - BLACK/WHITE

H 22 in W 24 in D 24 in

Side Table- FLUTE SIDE TABLE - LARGE - WHITE/GREY

Located in New York, NY

Inspired by Xibelani skirts worn by Xitsonga women to celebrate their culture, the Flute table

Category

2010s South African Side Tables

Materials

Terrazzo

Side Table- FLUTE SIDE TABLE - LARGE - WHITE/GREY

H 22 in W 24 in D 24 in

Secession side table

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Secession mahogany side table. Professionally stained and repolished.

Category

Antique Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Side Tables

Materials

Fabric, Glass, Mahogany

Secession side table

H 31.11 in W 17.33 in D 17.33 in

Pierre Side Table

By Badari Lighting

Located in Milan, IT

Pierre Side Table

Category

2010s Italian Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

Pierre Side Table

H 24.81 in W 18.9 in D 18.9 in

20th Century French Side Table/Side Table/Hallway Table, Louis XV

Located in Berlin, DE

French side table/side table/hallway table, Louis XV Side table made of solid beech, veneered

Category

20th Century French Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Bronze

20th Century French Side Table/Side Table/Hallway Table, Louis XV

H 29.53 in W 20.08 in D 13 in

Simple Side Table

By Badari Lighting

Located in Milan, IT

Timeless materials meet with a contemporary purpose in the Simply Side Table. On a glistening brass

Category

2010s Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Simple Side Table

H 26.38 in W 20.87 in D 20.87 in

Barletta Side Table

Located in Paris, FR

Side Table Barletta structure in solid teak wood and with polished carrare white marble top.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Barletta Side Table

H 15.75 in Dm 15.75 in

Sacher Side Table

By Fratelli Boffi

Located in Milan, IT

Timeless woven cane meets with cool contemporary lines in the Sacher Side Table. Crafted in

Category

2010s Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Sacher Side Table

H 22.45 in W 21.07 in D 21.07 in

Bertu Side Table, "Lennon" Modern Side Table, Maple

By Bertu Furniture

Located in Oak Harbor, OH

Bertu side table, "Lennon" modern side table, maple. Please scroll down to read IMPORTANT

Category

2010s American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Maple

Bertu Side Table, "Lennon" Modern Side Table, Maple

H 18 in W 12 in D 12 in

Wooden side table

Located in PARIS, FR

Triangular wooden top side table resting on a black lacquered tubular metal base. 2 tables

Category

Late 20th Century Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Wooden side table

H 22.45 in Dm 12.6 in

Bertu Side Table, "Lennon" Modern Side Table, Maple

By Bertu Furniture

Located in Oak Harbor, OH

Bertu Side Table, "Lennon" Modern Side Table, Maple Why buy BERTU HOME stumps? KILN DRIED Our

Category

2010s American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Maple

Bertu Side Table, "Lennon" Modern Side Table, Maple

H 18 in W 12 in D 12 in

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The right vintage, new or antique tables can help make any space in your home stand out.

Over the years, the variety of tables available to us, as well as our specific needs for said tables, has broadened. Today, with all manner of these must-have furnishings differing in shape, material and style, any dining room table can shine just as brightly as the guests who gather around it.

Remember, when shopping for a dining table, it must fit your dining area, and you need to account for space around the table too — think outside the box, as an oval dining table may work for tighter spaces. Alternatively, if you’ve got the room, a Regency-style dining table can elevate any formal occasion at mealtime.

Innovative furniture makers and designers have also redefined what a table can be. Whether it’s an unconventional Ping-Pong table, a brass side table to display your treasured collectibles or a Louis Vuitton steamer trunk to add an air of nostalgia to your loft, your table can say a lot about you.

The visionary work of French designer Xavier Lavergne, for example, includes tables that draw on the forms of celestial bodies as often as they do aquatic creatures or fossils. Elsewhere, Italian architect Gae Aulenti, who looked to Roman architecture in crafting her stately Jumbo coffee table, created clever glass-topped mobile coffee tables that move on bicycle tires or sculpted wood wheels for Fontana Arte.

Coffee and cocktail tables can serve as a room’s centerpiece with attention-grabbing details and colors. Glass varieties will keep your hardwood flooring and dazzling area rugs on display, while a marble or stone coffee table in a modern interior can showcase your prized art books and decorative objects. A unique vintage desk or writing table can bring sophistication and even a bit of spice to your work life.

No matter your desired form or function, a quality table for your living space is a sound investment. On 1stDibs, browse a collection of vintage, new and antique bedside tables, mid-century end tables and more .

Questions About Side Tables Tables

What size should a side table be?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A side table should stand one to three inches below the arm of the sofa or chair it is placed next to.
What are side tables 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.
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 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.
Are end tables taller than coffee tables?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
Yes, end tables are generally taller than coffee tables.

The term “end table” is frequently used interchangeably with “coffee table,” and while these two furnishings have much in common, each table type offers its own distinctive benefits in your space.

Your end table is likely going to stand as tall as the arms of your sofa, and its depth will match the seating. These attributes allow for tucking the table neatly at the end of your sofa in order to provide an elevated surface between your seating and the wall. End tables are accent pieces — they’re a close cousin to side tables, but side tables, not unlike the show-stealing low-profile coffee table, are intended to be positioned prominently and have more to do with the flow and design of a room than an end table, which does a great job but does it out of the way of everything else.

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What is the difference between a sofa table and a coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
The difference between a sofa table and a coffee table is that a sofa table is always behind the sofa and a coffee table is in front of it. Additionally, a sofa table is the same height as the sofa and a coffee table is much shorter.
What is the difference between a bistro table and a pub table?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
The main difference between a bistro table and a pub table is the size. A bistro table is usually around 28 to 36 inches tall, so you can sit at it with a standard dining chair. Often, people pair bistro chairs with bistro tables. A pub table is taller at around 40 to 44 inches and requires a pub-height chair or stool for comfortable seating. Find a variety of pub and bistro tables on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between a billiard table and a pool table?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
The difference between a billiard table and a pool table is primarily the size. The basic dimensions of a billiard table are usually 10’ by 5’, whereas a pool table is a relatively smaller structure, as they’re usually 3.5’ by 7’. An additional way that these tables differ from each other is the absence of pockets on the billiard table. Shop a range of billiard and pool tables on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between a drawing table and a drafting table?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
The main difference between a drawing table and a drafting table is adjustability. Typically, drawing table writing surfaces are stationary, while most drafting tables can be tilted and moved up and down. However, some people use the terms drawing and drafting table interchangeably to describe any table with a tilted writing surface. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of drafting tables.
What is the difference between a coffee table and a cocktail table?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
While both pieces are relatively new to the furniture world, the main difference between them are their shapes. A cocktail table is generally square or rectangular in shape, while a coffee table tends to be oval or circular in shape. You can shop a collection of furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is a couch table?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A couch table is a long, narrow table with storage space below that is placed behind a sofa and stands no higher than its back.
What is a serving table?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A serving table is a side table used to present and serve food.
What is an entryway table?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
An entryway table is a narrow table suitable for use in an entry hall. Console tables, because they are narrow and fixed to the wall, are good entryway tables.
What is a demilune table?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A demilune table has a semicircular top, allowing it to stand flush against a wall or sofa back.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
Demilune tables are shaped like semi-circles, which makes sense because demilune means “half moon” in French. They’re typically quite small, making them ideal for decoration in an entryway or living room.
What is an accent table?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Accent tables serve a decorative, rather than a practical, function.
What is a Pembroke table?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 23, 2019
A pembroke table has one or two drop leaves that can be lifted to make it longer. The piece is named for the noted architect Henry Herbert, 9th Earl of Pembroke.
What is a center table?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 21, 2019
A center table is usually circular and placed in the middle of a parlor or foyer, although they may appear elsewhere. They can be made of any material — including marble, glass, wood and lucite — and typically do not adhere to any particular style. Because of this variability, they are generally easy to position in a room.

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