End tables are small tables that sit beside a larger piece of furniture. The height of an end table is generally that of an arm of a chair.

How high are end tables?

How high end tables are varies. Most pieces are 18 to 24 inches tall. To ensure easy access to the tabletop from a sofa or chair, choose a table that is within 2 inches of the height of its arm. For example, if your sofa's arm is 20 inches tall, you could choose a table between 18 and 22 inches in height. Shop a wide range of end tables on 1stDibs.

What are end tables used for?

End tables typically hold lamps, coasters and other items to keep them within easy reach from the sofa or chair they are next to.

What is the difference between an accent table and an end table?

The difference between an accent table and an end table comes down to how you use them. Accent tables function primarily as decorations and may be placed almost anywhere in a room. The purpose of an end table is to provide storage space next to a sofa or loveseat. Most people use them in pairs, with one placed on either side of the focal furnishing in a seating area. Find a large collection of accent tables and end tables on 1stDibs.

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

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

What is a small table called?

What a small table is called depends largely on where it's located. A small table placed beside a bed is a bedside table or a nightstand. Small tables in seating areas positioned between sofas, loveseats and accent chairs are end tables or side tables. Shop a wide range of tables on 1stDibs.

What is the best height for an end table?

The best height for an end table depends on the sofa or chair beside it. Generally, an end table should be around 3 inches shorter than the arm. A table that is the same height as the arm may also work, but avoid buying tables that are higher than the arm because taller pieces could make it hard to reach objects stored on the tabletops. On 1stDibs, shop a range of end tables.

What can I use instead of an end table?

You can use a number of things in place of an end table. Place a stool, chest, trunk, barrel or crate beside your sofa or chair, or use a bar cart or freestanding tray to rest a lamp and other objects on. If there is a wall nearby, you can even install a floating shelf within arm’s reach. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of living room furniture.

What are the tables at the end of couches called?

What the tables at the end of couches are called can vary. However, the most common name for tables in this position is end table. You may also see them referred to as side tables, accent tables or occasional tables. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of end tables.

What is the average size of an end table?

An end table should be within two inches as high as the chair or sofa it stands next to and equal in depth.

What are bedroom end tables called?

Bedroom end tables are often called nightstands if they have drawers or cabinet doors included in their designs. Open pieces without built-in storage are sometimes referred to as bedside tables. Shop a collection of nightstands and bedside tables on 1stDibs.

Do end tables need to match coffee table?

End tables and coffee tables do not need to match. Nevertheless it can be nice to have a similar color scheme or have one set of end tables match and perhaps have the coffee table match a TV stand.

What’s the difference between a nightstand and an end table?

The difference between a nightstand and an end table is their location: A nightstand is in a bedroom, while an end table is in a living area.Find end tables on 1stDibs.

What is the end chair called for a dining table?

The end chairs are called an armchair. Typically found at the head of the table, these specific chairs have armrests and give off a more formal feel. You can shop a collection of armchairs and dining tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Should end tables be higher or lower than a couch?

Generally, end tables should be about the same height as the arm of your couch. When the tables aren't significantly taller or shorter, you can reach the tabletop to access items or switch on a lamp with greater ease. Shop a range of end tables on 1stDibs.

What is the small table next to a bed?

The small table next to a bed is called either a nightstand or bedside table. These tables serve as storage as well as a surface for important bedside items, such as your book, your phone or a small pitcher of water. Shop antique, vintage and modern bedside tables on 1stDibs.

What is a small dining table called?

A small dining table is also called a dinette. A table and two to four seats are frequently included. Designed for small spaces, dinettes are most often used in kitchens and breakfast nooks. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage and antique dinettes.

Is a glass table better for small spaces?

Whether a glass table is better for small spaces is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people find that a transparent glass table creates the illusion of a larger room and makes a compact area feel more spacious. Shop a variety of glass tables on 1stDibs.

What is the small table in the living room called?

The small table in the living room is often called a side table. The name comes from the fact that these small yet tall tables typically go beside seating. Small side tables positioned on either end of a sofa or loveseat are sometimes referred to as end tables. A low table in front of a sofa is usually called a coffee table. Shop a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary side tables on 1stDibs.

Small End Tables

Q: 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.

Carrara Marble Topped Side Tables

Ship Chest

Table With Twisted Wood Leg

Small Mahogany Chests

Italian Round Side Table

Lighted Pedestal

Multifunctional Furniture

Small Cabinets

Pair Neal Small Translucent Chartreuse Lucite "Origami" Tables

$4,500 / set

Pair Neal Small Translucent Chartreuse Lucite "Origami" Tables

By Neal Small

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Pair Neal Small translucent Electric Light Green Perspex Origami Tables, Side by Side Coffee Tables

Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Lucite

Neal Small Illuminated Light Pedestal Table Stand for Kovacs

$2,950

Neal Small Illuminated Light Pedestal Table Stand for Kovacs

By George Kovacs, Neal Small

Located in Chicago, IL

Neal small illuminated pedestal table stands for Kovacs. In the style of Paul Evans Cityscape Line

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Metal

Pair of Neal Small Paul Evans Cityscape Style Light Pedestal Table Stands

$5,500 / set

Pair of Neal Small Paul Evans Cityscape Style Light Pedestal Table Stands

By Neal Small, George Kovacs

Located in Chicago, IL

Pair of Neal small illuminated pedestal table stands for Kovacs. In the style of Paul Evans

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Metal

Neal Small Tall Illuminated Light Pedestal Table Stand for Kovacs

$2,950

Neal Small Tall Illuminated Light Pedestal Table Stand for Kovacs

By Neal Small, George Kovacs, Paul Evans

Located in Chicago, IL

Neal Small Tall Illuminated Light Pedestal Table Stand for Kovacs. In the style of Paul Evans

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Metal

Bent Lucite Legs Black Smoked Glass Top Side End Table

$1,400

Bent Lucite Legs Black Smoked Glass Top Side End Table

By Neal Small

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Mid-Century Modern onyx black glass top side table on bent Lucite legs.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Lucite

Rustic Sycamore Small Table

$4,900

Rustic Sycamore Small Table

Located in Greenwich, CT

A small rustic table in patinated sycamore having rectangular thick top on four pole turned pole

Category

Antique 19th Century English End Tables

Materials

Sycamore

Bobo Small Box (Cherry)

$1,300 / item

Bobo Small Box (Cherry)

Located in Bilkent, TR

Bobo is a multifunctional piece of furniture that can be used as a coffee table, side table, or nightstand, offering a variety of functions. It features storage inside the box and a ...

Category

2010s Turkish End Tables

Materials

Wood

Bobo Small Box (Grey)

$1,300

Bobo Small Box (Grey)

Located in Bilkent, TR

Bobo is a multifunctional piece of furniture that can be used as a coffee table, side table, or nightstand, offering a variety of functions. It features storage inside the box and a ...

Category

2010s Turkish End Tables

Materials

Wood

Small Black Lacquered Stand

$750

Small Black Lacquered Stand

Located in Sheffield, MA

Small lacquered stand with an indented top for holding various trinkets or decoration. Can be

Category

20th Century Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Double Cross Small Table

$13,525 / item

Double Cross Small Table

By Giordano Viganò

Located in Milan, IT

This elegant table is veneered in ebony Macassar wood. It features one drawer (with internal compartment) and an extractable surface. The exterior is embellished with horn details ru...

Category

2010s Italian End Tables

Materials

Horn, Ebony

Small I-Beam Table

Price Upon Request

Small I-Beam Table

Located in Sagaponack, NY

A small scale but very thick steel walled table in the form of a rounded I-Beam.

Category

Late 20th Century American Industrial End Tables

Materials

Steel

Small glass gueridon / end table

$3,097

Small glass gueridon / end table

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Small gueridon / end table , thick green glass top and translucid glass foot.

Category

2010s End Tables

Materials

Brass

Sulaco Side Table- Small

$3,175 / item

Sulaco Side Table- Small

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Sulaco Side Table champions the foundations of the Danish Modern Movement. Rooted in functionality, every curve and feature is meticulously crafted to ensure aesthetics and utili...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Ash, Oak, Walnut

A 1930 small cubic end table

$1,683

A 1930 small cubic end table

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

a small elegant 1930 table easy to place

Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco End Tables

Materials

Wood

Small Georgian Mahogany Library Table

$5,825

Small Georgian Mahogany Library Table

Located in Bedfordshire, GB

A Fine Quality Early 19th Century, George III Period, Mahogany Library Table Of Unusually Small

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Bobo Small Box (Dark Grey)

$1,300

Bobo Small Box (Dark Grey)

Located in Bilkent, TR

Bobo is a multifunctional piece of furniture that can be used as a coffee table, side table, or nightstand, offering a variety of functions. It features storage inside the box and a ...

Category

2010s Turkish End Tables

Materials

Wood

Small Art Deco Accent Table

$1,137 / item

Small Art Deco Accent Table

Located in Westwood, NJ

A small French Art Deco style round accent table with ash veneered top. Dimensions: 15.75" W x

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Art Deco End Tables

Materials

Metal

Small Oak Centre Table Circa 1700

$2,771

Small Oak Centre Table Circa 1700

Located in Bakewell, GB

C1700 small centre table oak with centre stretcher nice turned legs and 2 piece top all of good

Category

Antique Early 18th Century English End Tables

Materials

Oak

Single Small End Table by. Chaleyssin

$3,336

Single Small End Table by. Chaleyssin

By Francisque Chaleyssin

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

A single small end table in oak and ceramic.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Oak

Small Classic Round End Table, Greyed

$1,645 / item

Small Classic Round End Table, Greyed

Located in Westwood, NJ

A Classic style round end table with a rustic and slightly distressed greyed painted finish showing slight grain accents in Celtic veneer. The two-tier side table with a wooden galle...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Rustic End Tables

Materials

Wood

Small Oak Coffee Table, France, circa 1940s

$4,800

Small Oak Coffee Table, France, circa 1940s

Located in New York City, NY

Small oak coffee table, France, circa 1940s

Category

Vintage 1940s Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Oak

Small Mid Century Porcelain and Brass Table

$2,195

Small Mid Century Porcelain and Brass Table

Located in Troy, MI

Found in England, this porcelain and brass side or accent table dates from the 1970s. The top is 24.25” square and consists of stone-like porcelain pieces set in a brass frame with a...

Category

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Brass

Small Cast iron Country Table with marble top, 1960s

$2,144

Small Cast iron Country Table with marble top, 1960s

Located in Palermo, IT

Small Cast iron country table with marble top, 1960s Intact and in good condition. Width 99.5 cm

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian End Tables

Materials

Marble, Iron

Small Arabescato White Marble Cube End Table

$810

Small Arabescato White Marble Cube End Table

By Atelier Jouvence Custom Stoneworks

Located in Chicago, IL

This cute little cube-shaped end table is made from beautiful Bianco Arabescato marble. This bright white marble features plenty of gorgeous veining throughout, in black, light grays...

Category

2010s American Modern End Tables

Materials

Marble

Tortoise Bamboo 19th Century Small Side Tables - a Pair

$1,200 / item

Tortoise Bamboo 19th Century Small Side Tables - a Pair

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of Qing Dynasty Tortoise Bamboo Small Rattan Side Tables. Unusual to have a pair of original

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing End Tables

Materials

Rattan

Svein Dysthe Small Walnut Side Table Norway

$1,150

Svein Dysthe Small Walnut Side Table Norway

By Svein Ivar Dysthe

Located in Fraser, MI

Side Table by Svein Dysthe of Norway. Steel, Walnut, Cane, Formica Top.

Category

Vintage 1950s End Tables

Materials

Steel

Beside Myself End Small Table by Claste

$7,303 / item

Beside Myself End Small Table by Claste

Located in Geneve, CH

Beside Myself end small table by Claste Dimensions: D 45.7 x W 45.7 x H 55.9 cm Material: Marble

Category

2010s Canadian Post-Modern End Tables

Materials

Marble

Small Classic Two-Tier Side Table, Greyed

$1,300 / item

Small Classic Two-Tier Side Table, Greyed

Located in Westwood, NJ

Small Classic rectangle two-tier side table with lipped top, tapered legs, and a shelf, has a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical End Tables

Materials

Wood

Small Elm Side Table, Made in Italy

$1,080 / item

Small Elm Side Table, Made in Italy

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

old elm small table that can be used as a side table, bedside table or coffee table. ART 5242 Made in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Elm

Small Elm Side Table, Made in Italy

$2,530 / item

Small Elm Side Table, Made in Italy

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 400 other unique products. Small

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Elm

Small Elm Side Table, Made in Italy

$2,195 / item

Small Elm Side Table, Made in Italy

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

old elm small table that can be used as a side table, bedside table or coffee table. ART 5247 Made in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Elm

Midcentury Parsons Small Coffee or End Table

$1,450

Midcentury Parsons Small Coffee or End Table

By Dyrlund

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

For your consideration is this lovely parsons table that would make the perfect elegant apartment size coffee table or standard size end table. Made from Brazilian Rosewood with high...

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Small Classic Round End Table, Distressed White

$1,680 / item

Small Classic Round End Table, Distressed White

Located in Westwood, NJ

A Classic style round end table with a rustic and slightly distressed white painted finish. The two-tier side table with a wooden galleried dish top, with square tapered legs and a r...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Rustic End Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique Small Charming Northern Swedish Folk Art Table

$3,336

Antique Small Charming Northern Swedish Folk Art Table

Located in Kramfors, SE

Small charming country table from northern Sweden. The table is a genuine folk art furniture from

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Folk Art End Tables

Materials

Pine

1970s Small Rattan Smoked Glass Waterfall Edge Table

$1,350

1970s Small Rattan Smoked Glass Waterfall Edge Table

By Michael Taylor

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, oval rattan and glass coffee table you could hope to find. In original and unfinished condition. Outstanding design is...

Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Rattan, Glass

Small Classic Two-Tier Side Table, Drift White

$1,300 / item

Small Classic Two-Tier Side Table, Drift White

Located in Westwood, NJ

Small Classic rectangle two-tier side table with lipped top, tapered legs, and a shelf, has a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical End Tables

Materials

Wood

Small Old Fir Decorative Table, Made in Italy

$1,060 / item

Small Old Fir Decorative Table, Made in Italy

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Small table in old fir, ideal as a pedestal or decorative element. (2.2) ART 5299 Made in Italy

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Fir

Small McGuire Bamboo Leather & Glass Side End Table

$1,450

Small McGuire Bamboo Leather & Glass Side End Table

By McGuire

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Classic versatile McGuire side or end table having an organic modern bamboo and leather base measuring 15 x 15 with a 1.5" thick larger glass top.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Organic Modern End Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Glass

19th Century Biedermeier Side Table or Small Commode

$6,500

19th Century Biedermeier Side Table or Small Commode

Located in Houston, TX

19th century Biedermeier commode made out of cherrywood with ebonised details. Key included.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Biedermeier End Tables

Materials

Cherry

Classic Regency Mahogany Small Round Two Tier End Table

$1,250

Classic Regency Mahogany Small Round Two Tier End Table

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Classically elegant Regency two tier round end table having tapered thin lovely legs.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Regency End Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Small Elm Round Coffee Table, Made in Italy

$1,510 / item

Small Elm Round Coffee Table, Made in Italy

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 400 other unique products. Versatile complements with attractive shapes that can be used as tables, bedside table or co...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Elm

Small Old Fir Coffee Table, Made in Italy

$1,570 / item

Small Old Fir Coffee Table, Made in Italy

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 400 other unique products. (2.2) Coffee table in old fir with a minimal and functional shape, it can be used as a pair ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Fir

Side Table 'BAI' Made of Concrete and Steel 'Small' '+Colors'

$1,900 / item

Side Table 'BAI' Made of Concrete and Steel 'Small' '+Colors'

By Bentu Design

Located in Paris, IDF

sizes available: - Small H 45 cm, D 50 cm - Medium H 52 cm, D 40 cm - Large H 60 cm, D 45 cm 3

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Industrial Side Tables

Materials

Concrete, Steel

Contemporary Small Table 'DISLOCATION' in Black Marble by Buzao 'Round'

$5,480 / item

Contemporary Small Table 'DISLOCATION' in Black Marble by Buzao 'Round'

By Buzao

Located in Paris, IDF

'DISLOCATION' collection by Buzao, small table Black Marquina marble Measures: 65 x H 38 cm Studio

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Contemporary Small Table 'DISLOCATION' in Black Marble by Buzao 'Square'

$4,290 / item

Contemporary Small Table 'DISLOCATION' in Black Marble by Buzao 'Square'

By Buzao

Located in Paris, IDF

'DISLOCATION' collection by Buzao, small table Black Marquina marble Measures: 40 x 40 x H 38 cm

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Contemporary Small Table 'DISLOCATION' in Black Marble by Buzao 'High'

$2,790 / item

Contemporary Small Table 'DISLOCATION' in Black Marble by Buzao 'High'

By Buzao

Located in Paris, IDF

'DISLOCATION' collection by Buzao, small table Black Marquina marble Measures: 26 x 26 x H 54 cm

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Contemporary Small Table 'DISLOCATION' in Golden Marble by Buzao 'Square'

$4,290 / item

Contemporary Small Table 'DISLOCATION' in Golden Marble by Buzao 'Square'

By Buzao

Located in Paris, IDF

'DISLOCATION' collection by Buzao, small table Golden Sunset marble, blue acrylic Measures: 40 x 40

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Contemporary Small Table 'Dislocation' in Golden Marble by Buzao 'High'

$2,790 / item

Contemporary Small Table 'Dislocation' in Golden Marble by Buzao 'High'

By Buzao

Located in Paris, IDF

'Dislocation' collection by Buzao, small table Golden Sunset marble, blue acrylic Measures: 26 x 26

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Italian Oyster Burl Two Drawer Small Chest / Side Table

$7,800

Italian Oyster Burl Two Drawer Small Chest / Side Table

Located in Queens, NY

Italian Mid-Century small chest or side / end table with oyster burl veneer and two drawers with

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal, Bronze

1950's Stitched Leather Small Table by Jacques Adnet

$8,936

1950's Stitched Leather Small Table by Jacques Adnet

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Bois-Colombes, FR

Very nice small table covered with stitched leather. Top with brown formica. Designed by Jacques

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Side Tables

Materials

Leather, Formica

Mid Century Italian Small Glass Top Table, circa 1950

$1,495

Mid Century Italian Small Glass Top Table, circa 1950

Located in Philadelphia, PA

An Italian mid century small round glass top table on a brushed chrome tulip base. Circa 1950.

Category

Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Glass

Small Industrial John Visey Style Solid Brass Side Table

$725Sale Price|25% Off

Small Industrial John Visey Style Solid Brass Side Table

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Small Industrial John Visey style solid brass, with a brushed finish on the top, end table. We see

Category

20th Century American Industrial End Tables

Materials

Brass

Small Elm Round Cog Side Table, Made in Italy

$1,790 / item

Small Elm Round Cog Side Table, Made in Italy

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 400 other unique products. Small

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Elm

Milo Baughman Style Polished Chrome Glass Small End Table

$1,300

Milo Baughman Style Polished Chrome Glass Small End Table

By Milo Baughman

Located in Westport, CT

Milo Baughman Style Polished Chrome thick glass top small side table

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Darling Small Elegant Antique Oval Mahogany Martini End Table

$1,450

Darling Small Elegant Antique Oval Mahogany Martini End Table

Located in Hopewell, NJ

A diminutive beautifully made mahogany side or drinks table having an oval shape and lovely base with 3 columns on each side of a center stretcher. Hastings Table Co. Plaque underside.

Category

Vintage 1910s American End Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique French Art Nouveau Small Handpainted Mahogany Wood & Glass Side Table

$2,895

Antique French Art Nouveau Small Handpainted Mahogany Wood & Glass Side Table

Located in Detroit, MI

This antique French Art Nouveau small mahogany wood and glass decorative side or end table is circa

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau End Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood, Mahogany

Arabesque, Inspired Lacquered Wood Side Table with Brass Top - Small

$1,500 / item

Arabesque, Inspired Lacquered Wood Side Table with Brass Top - Small

By Shewekar Elgharably

Located in Cairo, EG

Arabesque, Inspired Lacquered Wood Side Table with Brass Top. Our Funky Fusion is a classic side table with a contemporary flare that brings character to your living space. The table...

Category

2010s African Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

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Small End Tables For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of small end tables available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and hardwood, all small end tables available were constructed with great care. There are 3975 antique and vintage small end tables for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 565 modern editions to choose from as well. Small end tables have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Small end tables made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Not every interior allows for large small end tables, so small small end tables measuring 1 inches across are available at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made small end tables over the years, but those made by Joel Escalona, Roberto Giacomucci and SUM Furniture are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Small End Tables?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,898, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $124,500 highest priced.

Finding the Right End Tables for You

Beyond just providing additional tabletop space for your living room, an attractive vintage end table can help you organize as well as display books and decorative objects.

The term “end table” is frequently used interchangeably with “coffee table,” and while these two furnishings have much in common, each offers their 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.

End tables with a drawer or a shelf can easily stow away books or television remotes. Living-room end tables frequently assist with lighting, specifically as they’re often positioned adjacent to a wall. Their height and compact tabletop render them ideal for table lamps and plants, particularly if parked near a window.

And given their practicality, there is no shortage of simple, streamlined end tables from mid-century modern favorites such as Baker Furniture Company, Dunbar and Knoll that will serve your clutter-clearing minimalist efforts or wide-open loft space well. But over the years, furniture designers have taken to venturesome experimentation, crafting tables from fallen trees, introducing organic shapes and playing with sculptural forms, so much so that your understated end table might eventually become the centerpiece of a room, no matter where you choose to place it. One-of-a-kind contemporary designs prove that there are endless options for what an end table can be, while furniture makers working in the Art Deco style have proven that end tables can be stacked, staggered and nested at will, creating all kinds of variations on this popular home accent.

Find an extraordinary variety of antique, new and vintage end tables on 1stDibs today.

Questions About Small End Tables

What are end tables?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
End tables are small tables that sit beside a larger piece of furniture. The height of an end table is generally that of an arm of a chair.
How high are end tables?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
How high end tables are varies. Most pieces are 18 to 24 inches tall. To ensure easy access to the tabletop from a sofa or chair, choose a table that is within 2 inches of the height of its arm. For example, if your sofa's arm is 20 inches tall, you could choose a table between 18 and 22 inches in height. Shop a wide range of end tables on 1stDibs.
What are end tables used for?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
End tables typically hold lamps, coasters and other items to keep them within easy reach from the sofa or chair they are next to.
What is the difference between an accent table and an end table?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
The difference between an accent table and an end table comes down to how you use them. Accent tables function primarily as decorations and may be placed almost anywhere in a room. The purpose of an end table is to provide storage space next to a sofa or loveseat. Most people use them in pairs, with one placed on either side of the focal furnishing in a seating area. Find a large collection of accent tables and end tables on 1stDibs.
Is there a difference between an end table and a side table?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
There are two differences between end tables and side tables: function and size. Typically, end tables go beside a chair or at opposite ends of a sofa and have smaller tabletops, while side tables go toward the sides of seating areas or against walls and feature a larger surface area. However, many people use the words side and end tables interchangeably, so these differences may not always apply. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of end and side tables.
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 a small table called?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
What a small table is called depends largely on where it's located. A small table placed beside a bed is a bedside table or a nightstand. Small tables in seating areas positioned between sofas, loveseats and accent chairs are end tables or side tables. Shop a wide range of tables on 1stDibs.
What is the best height for an end table?
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1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
The best height for an end table depends on the sofa or chair beside it. Generally, an end table should be around 3 inches shorter than the arm. A table that is the same height as the arm may also work, but avoid buying tables that are higher than the arm because taller pieces could make it hard to reach objects stored on the tabletops. On 1stDibs, shop a range of end tables.
What can I use instead of an end table?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
You can use a number of things in place of an end table. Place a stool, chest, trunk, barrel or crate beside your sofa or chair, or use a bar cart or freestanding tray to rest a lamp and other objects on. If there is a wall nearby, you can even install a floating shelf within arm’s reach. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of living room furniture.
What are the tables at the end of couches called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
What the tables at the end of couches are called can vary. However, the most common name for tables in this position is end table. You may also see them referred to as side tables, accent tables or occasional tables. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of end tables.
What is the average size of an end table?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
An end table should be within two inches as high as the chair or sofa it stands next to and equal in depth.
What are bedroom end tables called?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
Bedroom end tables are often called nightstands if they have drawers or cabinet doors included in their designs. Open pieces without built-in storage are sometimes referred to as bedside tables. Shop a collection of nightstands and bedside tables on 1stDibs.
Do end tables need to match coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
End tables and coffee tables do not need to match. Nevertheless it can be nice to have a similar color scheme or have one set of end tables match and perhaps have the coffee table match a TV stand.
What’s the difference between a nightstand and an end table?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
The difference between a nightstand and an end table is their location: A nightstand is in a bedroom, while an end table is in a living area.

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What is the end chair called for a dining table?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The end chairs are called an armchair. Typically found at the head of the table, these specific chairs have armrests and give off a more formal feel. You can shop a collection of armchairs and dining tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
Should end tables be higher or lower than a couch?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
Generally, end tables should be about the same height as the arm of your couch. When the tables aren't significantly taller or shorter, you can reach the tabletop to access items or switch on a lamp with greater ease. Shop a range of end tables on 1stDibs.
What is the small table next to a bed?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
The small table next to a bed is called either a nightstand or bedside table. These tables serve as storage as well as a surface for important bedside items, such as your book, your phone or a small pitcher of water. Shop antique, vintage and modern bedside tables on 1stDibs.
What is a small dining table called?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
A small dining table is also called a dinette. A table and two to four seats are frequently included. Designed for small spaces, dinettes are most often used in kitchens and breakfast nooks. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage and antique dinettes.
Is a glass table better for small spaces?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
Whether a glass table is better for small spaces is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people find that a transparent glass table creates the illusion of a larger room and makes a compact area feel more spacious. Shop a variety of glass tables on 1stDibs.
What is the small table in the living room called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 27, 2024
The small table in the living room is often called a side table. The name comes from the fact that these small yet tall tables typically go beside seating. Small side tables positioned on either end of a sofa or loveseat are sometimes referred to as end tables. A low table in front of a sofa is usually called a coffee table. Shop a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary side tables on 1stDibs.

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