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.

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's the difference between a nightstand and a side table?

Nightstands are purpose-built for the bedroom, usually with a drawer or shelf sized for a lamp and small items, while side tables are a more general-purpose form used throughout the home.

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Solace 23: Sophisticated Solid Wood Coffee Table with Angular Lines

$12,705Sale Price / item|20% Off

Solace 23: Sophisticated Solid Wood Coffee Table with Angular Lines

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Crafted from stunning walnut wood, the Solace side table series celebrates the rich, earthy hues and unique grain of this beautiful material.

Category

2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Geometric Walnut Solace 20: Coffee Table with Elegant Straight Lines

$12,705Sale Price / item|20% Off

Geometric Walnut Solace 20: Coffee Table with Elegant Straight Lines

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Crafted from stunning walnut wood, the Solace side table series celebrates the rich, earthy hues and unique grain of this beautiful material.

Category

2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Solace 15: Elegant Solid Wood Coffee Table with Orthogonal Lines

$15,882 / item

Solace 15: Elegant Solid Wood Coffee Table with Orthogonal Lines

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Crafted from stunning walnut wood, the Solace side table series celebrates the rich, earthy hues and unique grain of this beautiful material.

Category

2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Hardwood

Solace 11: Formal Solid Wood Coffee Table with Geometric Base

$12,705Sale Price / item|20% Off

Solace 11: Formal Solid Wood Coffee Table with Geometric Base

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Crafted from stunning walnut wood, the Solace side table series celebrates the rich, earthy hues and unique grain of this beautiful material.

Category

2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Solace 44: Solid Walnut Round Coffee Table, Blend of Art & Utility

$17,647 / item

Solace 44: Solid Walnut Round Coffee Table, Blend of Art & Utility

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Crafted from stunning walnut wood, the Solace side table series celebrates the rich, earthy hues and unique grain of this beautiful material.

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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Hardwood

Artful Round Table Solace 39: Crafted by Skilled Artisans in Walnut

$15,882 / item

Artful Round Table Solace 39: Crafted by Skilled Artisans in Walnut

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Crafted from stunning walnut wood, the Solace side table series celebrates the rich, earthy hues and unique grain of this beautiful material.

Category

2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Solace 36: Solid Wood Handmade Table, A Tribute to Modern Design

$12,705Sale Price / item|20% Off

Solace 36: Solid Wood Handmade Table, A Tribute to Modern Design

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Crafted from stunning walnut wood, the Solace side table series celebrates the rich, earthy hues and unique grain of this beautiful material.

Category

2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Designer Round Coffee Table Solace 33: Organic Shapes in Solid Wood

$12,705Sale Price / item|20% Off

Designer Round Coffee Table Solace 33: Organic Shapes in Solid Wood

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Crafted from stunning walnut wood, the Solace side table series celebrates the rich, earthy hues and unique grain of this beautiful material.

Category

2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Orthogonal Lines Solace 26: Solid Walnut Coffee Table with Elegant Base

$15,882 / item

Orthogonal Lines Solace 26: Solid Walnut Coffee Table with Elegant Base

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Crafted from stunning walnut wood, the Solace side table series celebrates the rich, earthy hues and unique grain of this beautiful material.

Category

2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Artistic Geometry Solace 27: Elegant Solid Wood Coffee Table, Heavy Base

$12,705Sale Price / item|20% Off

Artistic Geometry Solace 27: Elegant Solid Wood Coffee Table, Heavy Base

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Crafted from stunning walnut wood, the Solace side table series celebrates the rich, earthy hues and unique grain of this beautiful material.

Category

2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Solace 18: Walnut Oval Coffee Table with Geometric Base, Elegant Design

$15,882 / item

Solace 18: Walnut Oval Coffee Table with Geometric Base, Elegant Design

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Crafted from stunning walnut wood, the Solace side table series celebrates the rich, earthy hues and unique grain of this beautiful material.

Category

2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Formal Elegance Solace 17: Solid Wood Coffee Table with Straight Lines

$12,705Sale Price / item|20% Off

Formal Elegance Solace 17: Solid Wood Coffee Table with Straight Lines

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Crafted from stunning walnut wood, the Solace side table series celebrates the rich, earthy hues and unique grain of this beautiful material.

Category

2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Sophisticated Solace 12: Walnut Table with Straight Lines and Heavy Base

$15,882 / item

Sophisticated Solace 12: Walnut Table with Straight Lines and Heavy Base

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Crafted from stunning walnut wood, the Solace side table series celebrates the rich, earthy hues and unique grain of this beautiful material.

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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Angular Design Solace 14: Solid Walnut Coffee Table with Heavy Base

$12,705Sale Price / item|20% Off

Angular Design Solace 14: Solid Walnut Coffee Table with Heavy Base

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Crafted from stunning walnut wood, the Solace side table series celebrates the rich, earthy hues and unique grain of this beautiful material.

Category

2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Walnut Opulence Solace 28: Coffee Table with Geometric Base and Straight Lines

$15,882 / item

Walnut Opulence Solace 28: Coffee Table with Geometric Base and Straight Lines

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Crafted from stunning walnut wood, the Solace side table series celebrates the rich, earthy hues and unique grain of this beautiful material.

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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Hardwood

Form Meets Function Solace 22: Solid Walnut Table with Heavy, Elegant Base

$15,882 / item

Form Meets Function Solace 22: Solid Walnut Table with Heavy, Elegant Base

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Crafted from stunning walnut wood, the Solace side table series celebrates the rich, earthy hues and unique grain of this beautiful material.

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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Hardwood

Classy Solace 19: Solid Wood Table with Heavy Base and Straight Edges

$12,705Sale Price / item|20% Off

Classy Solace 19: Solid Wood Table with Heavy Base and Straight Edges

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Crafted from stunning walnut wood, the Solace side table series celebrates the rich, earthy hues and unique grain of this beautiful material.

Category

2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Comteporary 7 types of Marble off-cut Coffee Table by Budde for Solidenature

$8,584

Comteporary 7 types of Marble off-cut Coffee Table by Budde for Solidenature

By Rossana Orlandi

Located in Milan, IT

Edition: 2 unique pieces Year of production: 2023 Dimension: L30 x W30 x H30 cm Materials: Marble More details: Not customizable The vibrant collection comprises five unique pieces,...

Category

2010s German Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Marble

Solace 9: Geometric Solid Wood Coffee Table with Heavy Base and Straight Lines

$15,882 / item

Solace 9: Geometric Solid Wood Coffee Table with Heavy Base and Straight Lines

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Crafted from stunning walnut wood, the Solace side table series celebrates the rich, earthy hues and unique grain of this beautiful material.

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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Art Deco Vintage Circular Coffee Table Cherry Wood Josef Frank circa 1932 Vienna

$12,247

Art Deco Vintage Circular Coffee Table Cherry Wood Josef Frank circa 1932 Vienna

By Josef Frank

Located in Vienna, AT

This unique and handmade side table shows the elegant texture from solid and veneered cherry wood The coffee table is shellac polished by hand and shows a great warmth.

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Cherry, Walnut

Vintage Wood Slab Side Table

$1,650

Vintage Wood Slab Side Table

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This unique vintage side table is a masterful celebration of nature's geometry, perfectly capturing the spirit of Organic Modern and Rustic design.

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Late 20th Century American Folk Art Stools

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Comteporary 7 types of Marble off-cut Console by Budde for Solidenature

$27,470

Comteporary 7 types of Marble off-cut Console by Budde for Solidenature

By Rossana Orlandi

Located in Milan, IT

Edition: 1 unique pieces Year of production: 2023 Dimension: L90 x W30 x H83 cm Materials: Marble More details: Composed of three high tables, not customizable The vibrant collectio...

Category

2010s German Console Tables

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English Walnut Thebes Stool With Tripod Base, Attributed to Liberty & Co.

$2,400

English Walnut Thebes Stool With Tripod Base, Attributed to Liberty & Co.

By Liberty & Co.

Located in Atlanta, GA

The curved seat offers ergonomic comfort, making it perfect as an occasional seat in a living room, a stylish accent in an entryway, or a unique side table. Its compact size and vers...

Category

Early 20th Century English Arts and Crafts Stools

Materials

Walnut

Large Designer Sofa with Floating Side Tables, Split Pencil Reed

$18,000

Large Designer Sofa with Floating Side Tables, Split Pencil Reed

Located in Miami, FL

1970s Designer Sofa with Floating Side Tables, Split Pencil Reed design with Mirror glass on the side tables.

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Sofas

Materials

Fabric, Reed, Mirror, Wood

Joel Escalona’s Solace 25: Formal Design in Solid Wood, Heavy Base

$15,882 / item

Joel Escalona’s Solace 25: Formal Design in Solid Wood, Heavy Base

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Crafted from stunning walnut wood, the Solace side table series celebrates the rich, earthy hues and unique grain of this beautiful material.

Category

2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Organic Round Shape Solace 51: Solid Walnut, A Work of Functional Art

$17,647 / item

Organic Round Shape Solace 51: Solid Walnut, A Work of Functional Art

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Crafted from stunning walnut wood, the Solace side table series celebrates the rich, earthy hues and unique grain of this beautiful material.

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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Joel Escalona's Round Solace 50: Solid Walnut Elegance and Quality

$17,647 / item

Joel Escalona's Round Solace 50: Solid Walnut Elegance and Quality

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Crafted from stunning walnut wood, the Solace side table series celebrates the rich, earthy hues and unique grain of this beautiful material.

Category

2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Handcrafted Oval Solace 45: Timeless Design in Solid Walnut

$14,117Sale Price / item|20% Off

Handcrafted Oval Solace 45: Timeless Design in Solid Walnut

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Crafted from stunning walnut wood, the Solace side table series celebrates the rich, earthy hues and unique grain of this beautiful material.

Category

2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

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Noguchi-Inspired Solace 43: Round Top, Stunning Walnut Grain

$14,117Sale Price / item|20% Off

Noguchi-Inspired Solace 43: Round Top, Stunning Walnut Grain

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Crafted from stunning walnut wood, the Solace side table series celebrates the rich, earthy hues and unique grain of this beautiful material.

Category

2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Solace 42: Functional Art in Solid Wood with Circular Design

$17,647 / item

Solace 42: Functional Art in Solid Wood with Circular Design

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Crafted from stunning walnut wood, the Solace side table series celebrates the rich, earthy hues and unique grain of this beautiful material.

Category

2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Joel Escalona's Solace 38: Timeless Solid Wood, Round Design

$12,705Sale Price / item|20% Off

Joel Escalona's Solace 38: Timeless Solid Wood, Round Design

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Crafted from stunning walnut wood, the Solace side table series celebrates the rich, earthy hues and unique grain of this beautiful material.

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2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Elegant Walnut Solace 37: Round Top and Stunning Wood Grain

$15,882 / item

Elegant Walnut Solace 37: Round Top and Stunning Wood Grain

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Crafted from stunning walnut wood, the Solace side table series celebrates the rich, earthy hues and unique grain of this beautiful material.

Category

2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Solace 31: Solid Wood, Sculptural Design Meets Function

$15,882 / item

Solace 31: Solid Wood, Sculptural Design Meets Function

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Crafted from stunning walnut wood, the Solace side table series celebrates the rich, earthy hues and unique grain of this beautiful material.

Category

2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Artistic Walnut Solace 32: Joel Escalona Masterpiece with Round Top

$15,882 / item

Artistic Walnut Solace 32: Joel Escalona Masterpiece with Round Top

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Crafted from stunning walnut wood, the Solace side table series celebrates the rich, earthy hues and unique grain of this beautiful material.

Category

2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Joel Escalona’s Solace 25: Formal Design in Solid Wood, Heavy Base

$15,882 / item

Joel Escalona’s Solace 25: Formal Design in Solid Wood, Heavy Base

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Crafted from stunning walnut wood, the Solace side table series celebrates the rich, earthy hues and unique grain of this beautiful material.

Category

2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Sturdy Base Solace 21: Elegant Design in Solid Wood with Geometric Elements

$15,882 / item

Sturdy Base Solace 21: Elegant Design in Solid Wood with Geometric Elements

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Crafted from stunning walnut wood, the Solace side table series celebrates the rich, earthy hues and unique grain of this beautiful material.

Category

2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Sculpted by NONO Solace 16: Geometric Design, Solid Walnut, Heavy Base

$15,882 / item

Sculpted by NONO Solace 16: Geometric Design, Solid Walnut, Heavy Base

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Crafted from stunning walnut wood, the Solace side table series celebrates the rich, earthy hues and unique grain of this beautiful material.

Category

2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Joel Escalona's Solace 13: Elegant Design in Solid Wood with Geometric Base

$15,882 / item

Joel Escalona's Solace 13: Elegant Design in Solid Wood with Geometric Base

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Crafted from stunning walnut wood, the Solace side table series celebrates the rich, earthy hues and unique grain of this beautiful material.

Category

2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Elegant Walnut Solace 10: Straight Lines Meet Heavy Base Design

$15,882 / item

Elegant Walnut Solace 10: Straight Lines Meet Heavy Base Design

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Crafted from stunning walnut wood, the Solace side table series celebrates the rich, earthy hues and unique grain of this beautiful material.

Category

2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Thai Bronze Rain Drum W/Frog Accents

$3,395

Thai Bronze Rain Drum W/Frog Accents

Located in Atlanta, GA

This Thai rain drum, originally meant to be hung and banged on to summon rain, will make a wonderful decorative object for your home or patio, and could also function as a unique sid...

Category

Mid-20th Century Thai Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Bronze

Mid Century John Widdicomb White Painted Nightstand or Side Table

$1,250

Mid Century John Widdicomb White Painted Nightstand or Side Table

By John Widdicomb

Located in Doylestown, PA

Perfect as a single nightstand or a unique side/end table. It is in very good vintage condition with only slight, age-related imperfections.

Category

Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands

Materials

Brass

Wabi Sabi Tripod Stool / Side Table in Solid Wood, Scandinavia, 1950s

$571

Wabi Sabi Tripod Stool / Side Table in Solid Wood, Scandinavia, 1950s

Located in Odense, DK

A unique tripod brutalist stool / side table in wood.

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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Brutalist Stools

Materials

Wood, Beech

Contemporary ceramic side table column stool matt dust beige off white drips

$5,036

Contemporary ceramic side table column stool matt dust beige off white drips

By Xavier Mañosa, Apparatu

Located in Rubi, Catalunya

Unique handmade stoneware side table manufactured at the workshop of Apparatu in Barcelona.

Category

2010s Spanish Modern Stools

Materials

Enamel

Arched Art Deco side table with storage unit and black marble top, France 1920s

$1,716

Arched Art Deco side table with storage unit and black marble top, France 1920s

Located in Meulebeke, BE

France / 1920 / cabinet or nightstand / wood, marble / Art Deco Unique Art Deco side table or small cabinet, handmade in France in the 1900s.

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Belgian Black Marble

Unique Genesis el Pensamiento Sculpture by Jean-Baptiste Van den Heede

$2,241 / item

Unique Genesis el Pensamiento Sculpture by Jean-Baptiste Van den Heede

Located in Geneve, CH

Unique Escalier metal side table with marble by Jean-Baptiste Van den Heede Unique piece signed and numbered Dimensions: L 34 x D 8 cm Materials: Indian green mable Other sizes ...

Category

2010s Spanish Modern Centerpieces

Materials

Marble

Fontana Arte Italy Vintage 1960s Midcentury Original Painted Glass Wall Art

$3,975

Fontana Arte Italy Vintage 1960s Midcentury Original Painted Glass Wall Art

By Fontana Arte

Located in Palm Springs, CA

This piece was hung on the wall in a specially designed Italian brass hardware (INCLUDED) in the CEO's home office. it can also be used as a very special and unique side table top.. ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Paintings

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Glass

Victorian Folk Art House Table or Wall Art

$2,600

Victorian Folk Art House Table or Wall Art

Located in Litchfield, CT

It could have hung on a wall or sat on a dresser or side table. A unique accessory for any décor. The only ones like this I have ever seen are the 4 we currently have on offer.

Category

Antique 1890s American Folk Art Painted Furniture

Materials

Wood

Victorian Folk Art House Table or Wall Art

$2,600

Victorian Folk Art House Table or Wall Art

Located in Litchfield, CT

It could have hung on a wall or sat on a dresser or side table. A unique accessory for any décor, the only ones like this I have ever seen are the 4 we currently have to offer.

Category

Antique 1890s American Folk Art Painted Furniture

Materials

Wood

Victorian Folk Art House Table or Wall Art

$2,600

Victorian Folk Art House Table or Wall Art

Located in Litchfield, CT

It could have hung on a wall or sat on a dresser or side table. A unique accessory for any décor. The only ones like this I have ever seen are the 4 we currently have on offer.

Category

Antique 1890s American Folk Art Painted Furniture

Materials

Wood

The Sayari Indoor / Outdoor Daybed Chaise and Table Collection by Studio Lloyd

$18,500 / set

The Sayari Indoor / Outdoor Daybed Chaise and Table Collection by Studio Lloyd

Located in New York, NY

The simplistic yet eye-catching Maoni Daybed is versatile in its use and offers pairing with the uniquely shaped but functional Kimondo Side Table with marble inlay.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Living Room Sets

Materials

Marble

LOVELY FRENCH GREY SiLVER BAROQUE STYLE 3 DRAWER BEDSIDE TABLES CHEST OF DRAWERS

$614 / set

LOVELY FRENCH GREY SiLVER BAROQUE STYLE 3 DRAWER BEDSIDE TABLES CHEST OF DRAWERS

Located in Pulborough, GB

Antiques of London We are delighted to offer for sale this Lovely Pair of French Grey Silver Baroque Style Bed side Tables. Discover Unique Treasures from a Luxurious Cobham Show...

Category

20th Century British Night Stands

Materials

Hardwood

Antique Japanese Wooden Hibachi, Japan, Wabi Sabi, 20th Century

$1,350

Antique Japanese Wooden Hibachi, Japan, Wabi Sabi, 20th Century

Located in Tokyo, Tokyo

It can also be repurposed as a unique low side table by adding a custom glass or stone top, blending heritage with modern utility.

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Set of 4 Faux Bois Concrete Stools, 1960s France

$14,500

Set of 4 Faux Bois Concrete Stools, 1960s France

Located in Los Angeles, CA

They function beautifully as a playful conversational seating group, unique sculptural side tables for a patio, or elevated plant pedestals nestled into woodland garden paths.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Concrete

Vintage Tortoise Bamboo Sewing Box

$1,550

Vintage Tortoise Bamboo Sewing Box

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Ideally suited for use as a decorative side table, a unique vanity accent, or a dedicated collector's box, this piece is as functional as it is beautiful.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Bohemian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bamboo

Vintage Hand Carved Bambileke Low Stool

$1,250

Vintage Hand Carved Bambileke Low Stool

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Measuring 14.75 inches wide, 14.5 inches deep, and 14.75 inches tall, this versatile piece functions beautifully as a sophisticated side table, a unique plant stand, or a purely deco...

Category

Late 20th Century Cameroonian Rustic Stools

Materials

Wood

Vintage Asian Glazed Ceramic Low Stools - A Pair

$1,850 / set

Vintage Asian Glazed Ceramic Low Stools - A Pair

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Beyond their visual appeal, these stools offer exceptional functionality, serving beautifully as accent side tables, unique plant stands, or occasional seating.

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Stools

Materials

Ceramic

Industrial Paintbrush Point of Sale Cabinet

$900

Industrial Paintbrush Point of Sale Cabinet

Located in Fulton, CA

Seeking a unique side or end table, or just a cool storage for a work, tool shop or man cave?

Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Cabinets

Materials

Steel

Rustic Wooden Chest, France, 19th Century, Handcrafted Storage Piece

$2,250

Rustic Wooden Chest, France, 19th Century, Handcrafted Storage Piece

Located in Antwerp, BE

Its compact size makes it a versatile storage piece or a unique accent side table for modern interiors.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Rustic Blanket Chests

Materials

Wood

Mahogany Cellarette / Wine Caddy, Georgian Style

$2,200

Mahogany Cellarette / Wine Caddy, Georgian Style

Located in Bradenton, FL

In today' s homes this could be used as a stylish mini-bar, a unique end or side table, or in the entryway paired with a decorative mirror above and tray on top to hold mail or keys.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Art Deco Walnut, Black Enamel & Brass Sculptural Penguin Bookends

$875 / set

Pair of Art Deco Walnut, Black Enamel & Brass Sculptural Penguin Bookends

Located in New York, NY

Perfect for enhancing a bookshelf, desk, or side table, this unique set offers both functionality as bookends and decorative appeal as art pieces.

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Bookends

Materials

Brass, Enamel

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Unique Side Table For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the unique side table you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each unique side table for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and glass. If you’re shopping for a unique side table, we have 109 options in-stock, while there are 45 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect unique side table — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A unique side table is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one unique side table that is appealing in its simplicity, but Arno Declercq, Jörg Pietschmann and Graziela Dias produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Unique Side Table?

Prices for a unique side table can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $166 and can go as high as $48,000, while the average can fetch as much as $3,071.

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 Unique Side Table

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?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A nesting table is a set of tables designed to be stored one inside or under the other, giving them a layered or stacked appearance. A side table is a table that’s placed beside a piece of furniture. A nesting side table would be a series of side tables in graduated heights that can be stacked or nested together. Shop a collection of nesting tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What size should a side table be?
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?
1 Answer
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.
Is there a difference between an end table and a side table?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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's the difference between a nightstand and a side table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Nightstands are purpose-built for the bedroom, usually with a drawer or shelf sized for a lamp and small items, while side tables are a more general-purpose form used throughout the home.

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