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 are side tables used for?

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

What are nesting side tables?

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

What size should a side table be?

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

What are side tables called?

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

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

How can you tell if a side table is antique?

To determine whether a side table is an antique, closely examine its details. Older pieces will typically have telltale features like wood pegs, hand-cut dovetails with some slight imperfections and mortise-and-tenon construction. Tables that are a consistent color throughout or have machine-cut moldings or carvings are unlikely to be antiques. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can be a helpful resource when dating tables. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and modern side tables on 1stDibs.

What are tiny side tables called?

What tiny side tables are called varies. Some people may simply refer to them as side tables. Others describe them as end tables if they're placed on either end of a sofa or loveseat. When used elsewhere in a room, small side tables are often called accent tables. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary side tables.

What is a tall side table called?

A tall side table may also be called a console table. While these furnishings are not as common in today’s interiors as their coffee-table and side-table counterparts, console tables are stylish home accents and have become more prevalent over the years. The popularity of wood console tables took shape during the 17th and 18th centuries in French and Italian culture, and were exclusively featured in the palatial homes of the upper class. Find console tables today on 1stDibs.

Should a side table be lower than a sofa?

No, a side table shouldn't always be lower than a sofa. To make it easy to access items on a table, a sofa's arms should generally be no more than 2 to 3 inches above or below the tabletop. This rule of thumb differs from the one for coffee tables, which should be as tall or 1 to 2 inches shorter than the seat height of the sofa to ensure a balanced look. Explore a large selection of side tables on 1stDibs.

What is a small table next to your bed called?

The small table next to the bed is called a nightstand or bedside table. These tables usually have a bedside lamp which is useful for reading. Modern nightstands are small tables with one or two drawers. It’s a space to hold a lamp, your book, your phone, a flashlight and more. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and antique bedside tables.

What shape table is best for a small space?

The best shape table for a small space is a square shaped table. Because they can have multiple functions and easily push into the corner of the room, they are said to better as they'll take up less space in a dining room or kitchen. Find a range of tables today on 1stDibs.

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.

What is the best shape table for a small dining room?

The best shape for a table in a small dining room can be a round table. A round table works well in small rooms and smaller square-shaped rooms. It creates a cozy setting, so it is the best shape for a small group of people. Visually, it seems to occupy less space than a rectangle because of the rounded corners, and this also means that it has less surface area. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage round dining tables.

Is a round dining table better in a small space?

Whether a round dining table is better in a small space is largely a matter of personal preference. Working with a tighter space may mean that a round or oval dining room table, a design that references the festive meals of the medieval era, may be a better fit. Round dining room tables, particularly those that originated in the Art Deco period, still endure as a popular contemporary substitute for traditional rectangular dining tables. Both round and oval tables take up less space than rectangular and square tables of similar size because they lack corners. Find a variety of round tables on 1stDibs.

Does a coffee table make a small living room look smaller or bigger?

Whether a coffee table makes a small living room look smaller or larger depends on the design. Tables with glass or open, airy designs can create the illusion of a larger space. Round and oval tables can also increase the feeling of openness in a room. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of coffee tables.

Small Side Tables

Chen Furong

Fashion Flow

Plant Stool

Porcelain Plant Stand

Chinese Garden Stool Blue And White

Brass Cast Table

Mexican Marble Table

Reza Feiz

Four Black Painted Metal Tray Tables in the 1940s Style, France, circa 1960s

$1,913 / set

Four Black Painted Metal Tray Tables in the 1940s Style, France, circa 1960s

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse

. Depth 43. Smaller side table: Height 45. Width 31. Depth 23.

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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Side Tables

Small secession side table

$1,148

Small secession side table

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Small secession side table in excellent original condition.

Category

Vintage 1920s Slovak Vienna Secession Side Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Ceramic Side Table Small

$2,152 / item

Ceramic Side Table Small

By Project 213A

Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT

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

Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Side Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Ceramic Side Table Small

$2,152 / item

Ceramic Side Table Small

By Project 213A

Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT

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

Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Side Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Ceramic Side Table Small

$2,392 / item

Ceramic Side Table Small

By Project 213A

Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT

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

Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Side Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Jacques Adnet revolving side table France 1950s

$8,555

Jacques Adnet revolving side table France 1950s

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

terms of function, this table is both decorative and highly practical. It can serve as a small side

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass

Smaller secession side table

$1,722

Smaller secession side table

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Smaller secession side table with brass fittings. Professionally stained and repolished.

Category

Vintage 1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Small Ceramic Side Table

$2,152 / item

Small Ceramic Side Table

By Project 213A

Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT

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

Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Side Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Departed Side Table Small

$14,750

Departed Side Table Small

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Wilén-Jong is the artistic union of Johan Wilén-Jong and Ashley Wilén-Jong—a Stockholm-based duo whose work blurs the line between function and narrative. Rooted in Scandinavian refi...

Category

2010s Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Half Moon Large Side Table by Mylene Niedzialkowski

$4,473 / item

Half Moon Large Side Table by Mylene Niedzialkowski

Located in Geneve, CH

Half Moon Small Side Table by Mylene Niedzialkowski Dimensions: D 50 x W 100 x H 100 cm. Materials

Category

2010s French Modern Side Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Ceramic Side Table Small

$2,152 / item

Ceramic Side Table Small

By Project 213A

Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT

Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Side Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Ceramic Side Table Small

$2,152 / item

Ceramic Side Table Small

By Project 213A

Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT

Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Side Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Sasso, the side table with three legs and lacquered or marble top

$5,418 / item

Sasso, the side table with three legs and lacquered or marble top

By Casa Casati

Located in Milan, MI

tables in its catalogue, of different sizes and different finishes. This small side table with a

Category

2010s Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Metal

1960s Florence Knoll Stacking Stool / Side Table Model 75 in Laminate

$900

1960s Florence Knoll Stacking Stool / Side Table Model 75 in Laminate

By Florence Knoll, Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

has a brown faux-wood laminate top. It can be utilized as a stool or as a small side table. The piece

Category

Vintage 1960s American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Large Side Table, Kidney Shaped, Black-White, Silver, 3 Elegant Legs, 50s Style

$596

Large Side Table, Kidney Shaped, Black-White, Silver, 3 Elegant Legs, 50s Style

Located in Berlin, BE

Exclusive offer of one large kidney shaped side table. Very decorative in black-white colored

Category

2010s German Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Live Edge Walnut Lucite Side Table

$1,100

Live Edge Walnut Lucite Side Table

By Neal Small Design Studio

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A live edge walnut topped side end table with X clear Lucite base having a smoked Lucite platform

Category

Late 20th Century American Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Lucite, Walnut

Chinese Green Glazed Drum Stool, c. 1900

$1,480

Chinese Green Glazed Drum Stool, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

feet, a stool like this can be used indoors or out as a small side table or patio furniture.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Side Tables

Materials

Ceramic

Space Age Lucite and Mable Side Table

$1,100

Space Age Lucite and Mable Side Table

By Neal Small Design Studio

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A black and clear round Lucite side table with chrome button styled bolts holding the tube together

Category

Mid-20th Century American Space Age Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Small Regency Mahogany Side Table

$1,440

Small Regency Mahogany Side Table

Located in Sherborne, GB

Regency mahogany side table with a thumb moulded top, below a well figured mahogany veneered frieze

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Nanna Ditzel & Jørgen Ditzel, Dennie Table by One Collection

$1,794 / item

Nanna Ditzel & Jørgen Ditzel, Dennie Table by One Collection

By Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel, Onecollection

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

and a small side table with a white laminate tabletop are part of the Dennie series. Year: 1956 Model

Category

Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Nanna Ditzel & Jørgen Ditzel, Dennie Table by One Collection

$1,315 / item

Nanna Ditzel & Jørgen Ditzel, Dennie Table by One Collection

By Onecollection, Nanna and Jørgen Ditzel

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

and a small side table with a white laminate tabletop are part of the Dennie series. Year: 1956 Model

Category

Early 2000s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Ennio Small Round Side Table

$7,535 / item

Ennio Small Round Side Table

Located in Paris, FR

Side table ennio small round all in solid. Oak wood and with burnt oak wood base.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Side Tables

Materials

Oak, Cedar

Basic Self Side Table Small

$657

Basic Self Side Table Small

By LAGU

Located in İSTANBUL, TR

with soft lines with their rounded form offer important complements to every home. BASIC Self side

Category

2010s Turkish Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Natural Organic Likely Teak Root Accent Table or Sculptural Display Stand

$495

Natural Organic Likely Teak Root Accent Table or Sculptural Display Stand

Located in Seattle, WA

, revealing the tree's natural character. The mostly flat top allows it to function as a small side table

Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Teak

19th Century Transition Louis XV Style Side Table in Rosewood and Marble Top

$4,545

19th Century Transition Louis XV Style Side Table in Rosewood and Marble Top

By Faubourg

Located in NICE, FR

We present you this rare small side table in rosewood from the Napoleon III period, designed in the

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Lucite Floor Lamp Side Table

$2,600

Lucite Floor Lamp Side Table

By Charles Hollis Jones, Neal Small

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Very nice striking looking Lucite floor lamp, side table.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Lucite

Set Of 2 Euphoria Side Tables by Memoir Essence

$6,709 / set

Set Of 2 Euphoria Side Tables by Memoir Essence

Located in Geneve, CH

. Small Side Table: D 46 x W 46 x H 50 cm. Materials: Poplar Root with high gloss lacquer and brushed

Category

2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Chinese Green Glazed Drum Stool, c. 1900

$1,480

Chinese Green Glazed Drum Stool, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

feet, a stool like this can be used indoors or out as a small side table or patio furniture.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Side Tables

Materials

Ceramic

Opera' Small Polychrome Metal Side Table

$4,830 / item

Opera' Small Polychrome Metal Side Table

By Cupioli made in Italy

Located in Milan, IT

decoration characterizing this one-off side table. Fitted to a Fenix disk, the top seals the harmonious

Category

2010s Italian Side Tables

Materials

Other

Small Louis XVI Style Side Table

$2,250

Small Louis XVI Style Side Table

Located in Atlanta, GA

This elegant Louis XVI–style side table is crafted in cherry wood and features refined, classical

Category

20th Century French Louis XVI Side Tables

Materials

Leather, Cherry

Small Double-top Rattan Side Table

$1,700

Small Double-top Rattan Side Table

Located in New York, NY

Small double-top rattan side table with woven panels on the sides. In good vintage condition. 1970s.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Side Tables

Materials

Rattan

Walnut and Brass Side Tables Small

$450 / item

Walnut and Brass Side Tables Small

By Poul Kjærholm

Located in Miami, FL

Walnut and Brass Side Tables. Fine lightweight tables with brass base and walnut veneered tops

Category

2010s American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Rupert Bevan Vero Side Table - Small

$2,966 / item

Rupert Bevan Vero Side Table - Small

By Rupert Bevan

Located in London, GB

A reflection of our craftsmanship, the Vero side table features a hand sculpted solid brass frame

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Side Table - FLUTE TABLE - SMALL - BLACK/WHITE

$1,885

Side Table - FLUTE TABLE - SMALL - 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

Feathers Marble Side Table Hand-Carved Small Round Marble Side Table

$2,754 / item

Feathers Marble Side Table Hand-Carved Small Round Marble Side Table

By Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

Feathers Marble Side Table or Small Round Marble Side Table is a true masterpiece of craftsmanship

Category

2010s Indian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Side Table - FLUTE TABLE - SMALL - WHITE/GREY

$1,885

Side Table - FLUTE TABLE - SMALL - 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

Ceramic Side Table Small Geometric Shape

$2,511 / item

Ceramic Side Table Small Geometric Shape

By Project 213A

Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT

Ceramic Side Table Small - Geometric Shape Designed by Project 213A in 2023 Hand-sculpted ceramic

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Side Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Metaform small elegant side table 1980s

$777

Metaform small elegant side table 1980s

By Metaform Holland

Located in Den Haag, NL

Very nice attractive side table . Thick round Glass top . Elegant chromed Steel base . Manufactured

Category

Vintage 1980s Dutch Modern Side Tables

Materials

Chrome

Small Black Glass Contemporary Side Table

$1,499 / item

Small Black Glass Contemporary Side Table

Located in Geneve, CH

Small black glass contemporary side table Dimensions: Diameter 55 x height 45 cm Materials

Category

2010s Danish Modern Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Small Inside Side Table by Domkapa

$1,782 / item

Small Inside Side Table by Domkapa

Located in Geneve, CH

Small inside side table by Domkapa Dimensions: W 70 x D 70 x H 34.5 cm. Materials: Black

Category

2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Small Low Marble-Top Side Table

$4,200

Small Low Marble-Top Side Table

Located in New York, NY

A small low side table attributed to Eleanor Le Maire. Marble top with an ebonized wood base.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Small Chain and Glass Side Table

$4,900

Small Chain and Glass Side Table

Located in East Hampton, NY

Unique chain round table with inset glass top. chain gueridon or small coffee table.

Category

Mid-20th Century Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Gilt Iron Drinks Table on an Elevated and Scrolled Tripod Base

$1,530

Gilt Iron Drinks Table on an Elevated and Scrolled Tripod Base

Located in Buchanan, NY

complements a variety of spaces and styles. This handsome small side table is part of 145 Antiques’ vintage

Category

2010s Spanish Art Nouveau Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Small Mahogany Bow Front Side Table

$3,250

Small Mahogany Bow Front Side Table

Located in Woodbury, CT

Small, English, mahogany single drawer side table on delicate, turned legs; brass knobs break the

Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Small Fossil Side Table by Plumbum

$6,111 / item

Small Fossil Side Table by Plumbum

Located in Geneve, CH

Small fossil side table by Plumbum Signed by Eric Gizard and Plumbum Dimensions: 13.58" x 12.59

Category

2010s French Modern Side Tables

Materials

Bronze

Restored Rattan Small Round Side Table

$1,175

Restored Rattan Small Round Side Table

Located in Van Nuys, CA

sand color Formica top. Perfect coffee table size for a small living space, or as a side table to your

Category

Vintage 1950s Side Tables

Materials

Rattan, Formica

vintage side table small chest of drawers

$592

vintage side table small chest of drawers

Located in Lemmer, NL

vintage side table small chest of drawers 1960s Swedish period 1960s design unknown Sweden

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Side Tables

Materials

Teak

Pair of 19C French Country Cherrywood Side Tables

$3,800 / set

Pair of 19C French Country Cherrywood Side Tables

Located in Dallas, TX

table top and curved frieze underneath on all sides. One smaller side table, again with central frieze

Category

Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Side Tables

Materials

Porcelain, Cherry

Leaf Small Iron Pastel Green Side Table

$2,405 / item

Leaf Small Iron Pastel Green Side Table

By Sergio Villa

Located in Milan, IT

Side table featuring a laser-cut and bent metal structure with a smooth pastel green lacquer finish

Category

2010s Italian Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Leaf Small Iron Matte Rose Side Table

$2,405 / item

Leaf Small Iron Matte Rose Side Table

By Sergio Villa

Located in Milan, IT

A sculptural side table designed by Carlo Rampazzi, featuring a laser-cut and folded metal

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Small Clam Side Table by VAVA Objects

$2,100 / item

Small Clam Side Table by VAVA Objects

By VAVA Objects

Located in Sag Harbor, NY

The Small Clam Side Table by VAVA Objects is a unique and functional piece of furniture. With its

Category

2010s Swedish Side Tables

Materials

Fiberglass

Small Cino Side Table by Libero Rutilo

$3,755 / item

Small Cino Side Table by Libero Rutilo

By Morelato

Located in Milan, IT

The Cino side table exemplifies a sophisticated fusion of artistry and functionality. This unique

Category

2010s Italian Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Rupert Bevan Oak Marcel Side Table - Small

$2,094 / item

Rupert Bevan Oak Marcel Side Table - Small

By Rupert Bevan

Located in London, GB

This traditionally constructed side table is available in solid oak with a dark finish.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Country Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Rupert Bevan Brass Marcel Side Table - Small

$3,656 / item

Rupert Bevan Brass Marcel Side Table - Small

By Rupert Bevan

Located in London, GB

This traditionally constructed side table is available with oak and a brass sheet finish.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Country Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Small Serena Side Table by Estudio Prosa

$2,345 / item

Small Serena Side Table by Estudio Prosa

Located in Geneve, CH

Small Serena Side Table by Estudio Prosa Dimensions: D 20 x H 55 cm Materials: Wood. Available in

Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Side 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

$2,195 / 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

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Small Side Tables For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of small side tables for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct small side tables — often made from wood, metal and brass — can elevate any home. Find 3824 antique and vintage small side tables at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 792 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. There are all kinds of small side tables available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Small side tables made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Many small side tables are appealing in their simplicity, but Andrea Barra, 8] and R & Y Augousti produced popular small side tables that are worth a look.

How Much are Small Side Tables?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,197, while they’re typically $0 on the low end and $750,000 highest priced.

Finding the Right Tables for You

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 Small Side Tables

What is a small table called?
1 Answer
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 are side tables used for?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Side tables are used next to furniture like beds and couches to provide an accessible place for keeping essential items at hand. In the living room, side tables are often used to display flower arrangements, photos or books as well as to set down a drink. In the bedroom, a side table is typically populated with items like a lamp, bedtime reading material, and a charging device for a phone. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary side tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What are nesting side tables?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A nesting table is a set of tables designed to be stored one inside or under the other, giving them a layered or stacked appearance. A side table is a table that’s placed beside a piece of furniture. A nesting side table would be a series of side tables in graduated heights that can be stacked or nested together. Shop a collection of nesting tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What size should a side table be?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A side table should stand one to three inches below the arm of the sofa or chair it is placed next to.
What are side tables called?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
Side tables are often simply called side tables. If positioned on either end of a sofa or loveseat, you might refer to them as end tables. General terms for side tables and other tables commonly used in seating areas include occasional tables and accent tables. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of side tables.
What 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.
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.
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 the difference between a side table and a coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
The difference between a side table and a coffee table is mainly in the size and shape. Coffee tables usually feature larger tops but shorter legs. People typically place them in front of a sofa or a loveseat to rest books, drinks, remote controls and other items. Side tables also store items, but they are usually positioned beside an accent chair or at the ends of a sofa or loveseat. Shop a diverse assortment of side tables and coffee tables on 1stDibs.
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 are tiny side tables called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
What tiny side tables are called varies. Some people may simply refer to them as side tables. Others describe them as end tables if they're placed on either end of a sofa or loveseat. When used elsewhere in a room, small side tables are often called accent tables. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary side tables.
What is a tall side table called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
A tall side table may also be called a console table. While these furnishings are not as common in today’s interiors as their coffee-table and side-table counterparts, console tables are stylish home accents and have become more prevalent over the years. The popularity of wood console tables took shape during the 17th and 18th centuries in French and Italian culture, and were exclusively featured in the palatial homes of the upper class. Find console tables today on 1stDibs.
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 small table next to your bed called?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
The small table next to the bed is called a nightstand or bedside table. These tables usually have a bedside lamp which is useful for reading. Modern nightstands are small tables with one or two drawers. It’s a space to hold a lamp, your book, your phone, a flashlight and more. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and antique bedside tables.
What shape table is best for a small space?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
The best shape table for a small space is a square shaped table. Because they can have multiple functions and easily push into the corner of the room, they are said to better as they'll take up less space in a dining room or kitchen. Find a range of tables today on 1stDibs.
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.
What is the best shape table for a small dining room?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
The best shape for a table in a small dining room can be a round table. A round table works well in small rooms and smaller square-shaped rooms. It creates a cozy setting, so it is the best shape for a small group of people. Visually, it seems to occupy less space than a rectangle because of the rounded corners, and this also means that it has less surface area. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage round dining tables.
Is a round dining table better in a small space?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
Whether a round dining table is better in a small space is largely a matter of personal preference. Working with a tighter space may mean that a round or oval dining room table, a design that references the festive meals of the medieval era, may be a better fit. Round dining room tables, particularly those that originated in the Art Deco period, still endure as a popular contemporary substitute for traditional rectangular dining tables. Both round and oval tables take up less space than rectangular and square tables of similar size because they lack corners. Find a variety of round tables on 1stDibs.
Does a coffee table make a small living room look smaller or bigger?
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1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
Whether a coffee table makes a small living room look smaller or larger depends on the design. Tables with glass or open, airy designs can create the illusion of a larger space. Round and oval tables can also increase the feeling of openness in a room. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of coffee tables.

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