Tripod Side Tables
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Teak
20th Century Italian Side Tables
Metal, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Side Tables
Steel
Mid-20th Century Brutalist Side Tables
Iron
Antique 19th Century French Brutalist Side Tables
Wood
20th Century Unknown Louis XV Side Tables
Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Side Tables
Oak
Antique 1880s Indian Side Tables
Padouk
Mid-20th Century Italian Side Tables
Bamboo, Rattan, Glass
Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables
Brass
2010s American Modern Side Tables
Lacquer
21st Century and Contemporary Side Tables
Wood
Antique 19th Century French Charles X Side Tables
Mahogany
Vintage 1970s French Japonisme Side Tables
Glass, Wood
Vintage 1950s French Arts and Crafts Side Tables
Elm
2010s Lithuanian Post-Modern Side Tables
Concrete
2010s Lithuanian Post-Modern Side Tables
Concrete
Early 20th Century French Side Tables
Wood
Vintage 1950s Italian Side Tables
Brass
Vintage 1970s Italian Side Tables
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Brass
2010s Brazilian Brutalist Side Tables
Marble
Mid-20th Century French Side Tables
Wood
Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Brass
Vintage 1960s German Primitive Side Tables
Wood
Antique 19th Century French Rustic Side Tables
Wood
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Wood
Antique Early 1900s Dutch Louis XVI Side Tables
Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Side Tables
Walnut
Antique 19th Century English Georgian Side Tables
Rosewood
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Metal, Brass
Vintage 1960s American Side Tables
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Steel
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Laminate, Walnut
Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Rosewood
Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Brass
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Brass
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Side Tables
Beech
Early 2000s American Post-Modern Side Tables
Steel
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Carrara Marble, Metal
Vintage 1980s American Modern Side Tables
Marble, Stainless Steel, Chrome
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Stainless Steel
20th Century Italian Art Deco Side Tables
Wood
Antique 1880s English High Victorian Side Tables
Walnut
20th Century English Victorian Side Tables
Hardwood
Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Side Tables
Hardwood
21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial Coffee and Cocktail Ta...
Bronze, Iron
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary American Industrial End Tables
Bronze, Iron
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Aluminum
Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Side Tables
Aluminum
Antique 19th Century French Side Tables
Oak
Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Wood
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Slate
Vintage 1960s French Side Tables
Glass
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Glass
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables
Rosewood, Sycamore
20th Century Spanish Brutalist Side Tables
Iron
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Finding the Right Side Tables for You
While the range of styles and variety of materials have broadened over time, the priceless functionality of side tables has held true.
Antique and vintage side tables are an integral accent to our seating and provide additional, necessary storage in our homes. They can be a great foundation for that perfect focal piece of art that you want all your guests to see as you congregate for cocktails in the living room. Side tables are indeed ideal as a stage for your decorative objects or plants in your library or your study, and they are a practical space for the novel or stack of design magazines you keep close to your sofa.
Sure, owning a pair of side tables isn’t as imperative as having a coffee table in the common area, though most of us would struggle without them. Those made of metal, stone or wood are frequently featured in stylish interiors, and if you’re shopping for side tables, there are a couple of things to keep in mind.
With respect to the height of your side tables, a table that is as high as your lounge chair or the arm of your couch is best.
Some folks are understandably fussy about coherence in a living room area, but coherence doesn’t necessarily mean you can’t mix and match. Feel free to introduce minimalist mid-century modern wooden side tables designed by Paul McCobb alongside your contemporary metal coffee table. If you think it isn’t possible to pair a Hollywood Regency–style side table with a contemporary sofa, we’re here to tell you that it is. Even a leggy side table can balance a chunky sofa well. Try to keep a limited color palette in mind if you’re planning on mixing furniture styles and materials, and don’t be afraid to add a piece of abstract art to shake things up.
As far as the objects you’re planning to place on your side tables, if you have heavy items such as stone or sculptures to display, a fragile glass-top table would not be an ideal choice. Think about what material would best support your collectibles and go with that. If it’s a particularly small side table, along with a tall, sleek floor lamp, it can make for a great way to fill a corner of the room you wouldn’t otherwise easily be able to populate.
Whether you are looking for an antique 19th-century carved oak side table or a vintage rattan side table (because rattan never went away!), the collection on 1stDibs has you covered — find Art Deco side tables, bamboo side tables, travertine side tables and more today.
- What are side tables used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Side 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 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A side table should stand one to three inches below the arm of the sofa or chair it is placed next to.
- What are side tables called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024Side 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023There 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024No, 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024What 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A 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.
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