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.

Are end tables taller than coffee tables?

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

What is the 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 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.

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.

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.

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 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.

How do I identify an antique table?

You can identify an antique table in a number of ways. The first clue that a table is antique is the joinery. If a piece of furniture is dovetailed by hand, it only has a couple of dovetails, which are uneven. Also, antique tables are not defined by perfect symmetry. Lastly, antique tables were typically made of oak, mahogany, and walnut.

What is an antique rent table?

An antique rent table is a piece of furniture that landlords and tenants used to exchange rent. The rent money would be placed in one drawer, the table would rotate for the landlord to receive. It was considered polite and gentlemanly to pay rent this way. Shop a collection of antique rent tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

How can you tell if a kitchen table is antique?

To tell if a kitchen table is antique, look under the table and on the legs for a maker's mark. It may be carved, branded or stamped onto the surface or appear on a paper or metal label. Using the marking, you can consult trusted online resources to learn about the maker and view catalogues of their pieces, searching for tables similar to yours. If your kitchen table was produced at least 100 years ago, it is an antique. Keep in mind that not all antique furnishings have maker's markings. In the event that you're unable to locate a mark, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can evaluate your piece for you. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of tables.

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.

How can I identify my antique dining table?

To identify your antique dining table, first check to see if there is a maker’s mark on the underside. If there are no identifying marks or stamps, a furniture appraiser can check the style and the hardwood used to identify your piece. Shop a collection of antique furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Antique End Tables

Renaissance Antiques

19th Century Square Table

Round Entry Tables

Hand Carved Octagon Table

Louis Table Marble

Victorian Hall Tables

Biedermeier Lyre

Century Country French Furniture

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Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Antique End Tables

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Marble

Mid-19th Century Louis XVI French Marquetry Bouillotte Table Black Marple Top

$1,200

Neoclassical American Empire Drop-Leaf Side Table in Mahogany, circa 1830-1840

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

A neoclassical American Empire drop-leaf side table in mahogany, circa 1830-1840, Double front

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Mid-19th Century American Neoclassical Antique End Tables

Materials

Pine, Mahogany, Oak

Neoclassical American Empire Drop-Leaf Side Table in Mahogany, circa 1830-1840

$2,850

18th Century Dutch Oak Occasional Side Table with Single Drawer Lovely Timber

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely Dutch 18th century occasional side table with single

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1780s Danish Georgian Antique End Tables

Materials

Oak

18th Century Dutch Oak Occasional Side Table with Single Drawer Lovely Timber

$1,857

French Oval Gilt Marble Top Occasional Table w/ Foliage Medallions Swags, 1780

Located in Charleston, SC

French oval gilt carved wood and gesso four-drawer occasional table with the original marble top

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1780s French Louis XVI Antique End Tables

Materials

Marble

French Oval Gilt Marble Top Occasional Table w/ Foliage Medallions Swags, 1780

$15,000

Pair of Square Iron Top and 19th Century Spanish Stone Plinth Base Custom Tables

Located in Atlanta, GA

A pair of custom 38" square iron top tables on 19th century Spanish stone plinth bases. Each of the

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19th Century Spanish Antique End Tables

Materials

Stone, Iron

Pair of Square Iron Top and 19th Century Spanish Stone Plinth Base Custom Tables

$6,720 / set

American Aesthetic Mahogany and Mother of Pearl Table by A&H Lejambre

Located in Essex, MA

Square top with brass edge and top decorated with two bands of brass stringing and inset mother of pearl and brass spider spinning a pewter web with copper center, a bee constructed ...

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1870s American Aesthetic Movement Antique End Tables

Materials

Brass, Pewter

American Aesthetic Mahogany and Mother of Pearl Table by A&H Lejambre

$28,000

A French 19th-20th Century Louis XVI Style Ormolu-Mounted Guéridon Side Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

-mounted guéridon (round table) with a single drawer, circa: Paris, 1900. Height: 29 3/4 inches (75.6 cm

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Early 1900s French Louis XVI Antique End Tables

Materials

Bronze

A French 19th-20th Century Louis XVI Style Ormolu-Mounted Guéridon Side Table

$12,950 Sale Price

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Rare Anglo-Indian Export Taj Mahal Elephant Hardwood Inlaid Side Lamp Wine Table

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

and inlaid side table depicting the Taj Mahal I have two other versions of this table listed under

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19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique End Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Rare Anglo-Indian Export Taj Mahal Elephant Hardwood Inlaid Side Lamp Wine Table

$1,513

Fine French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Mahogany and Ormolu-Mounted Side Table

By François Linke

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A very fine French 19th century Louis XVI style mahogany and ormolu-mounted side table with drawer

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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique End Tables

Materials

Ormolu

Fine French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Mahogany and Ormolu-Mounted Side Table

$11,250 Sale Price

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Pair of 18th century Louis XV oak and faux marbleized Side Tables or Stools

Located in Troy, NY

A pair of petit Regence side tables of very unusual design and beautiful understated detailing

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18th Century French Louis XV Antique End Tables

Materials

Oak, Pine

Pair of 18th century Louis XV oak and faux marbleized Side Tables or Stools

$8,500 / set

Sublime Pair of Antique circa 1860 Hardwood Carved Side Lamp Tables Velvet Tops

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this sublime pair of antique 19th century, 12 sided, side tables

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1860s English High Victorian Antique End Tables

Materials

Velvet, Hardwood

Sublime Pair of Antique circa 1860 Hardwood Carved Side Lamp Tables Velvet Tops

$4,058 / set

Antique Carved Wooden Tripod Wine Table or Plant Stand with Marquetry Inlaid Top

Located in Lisse, NL

Mid-19th century table with an inlaid top. This hand-carved and handcrafted table can be used for

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Mid-19th Century Dutch Black Forest Antique End Tables

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Wood

Antique Carved Wooden Tripod Wine Table or Plant Stand with Marquetry Inlaid Top

$2,342

French 19th-20th Century Louis XV Style Ormolu-Mounted Mahogany Table Attr Linke

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A fine French 19th-20th century Louis XV style ormolu-mounted mahogany oval table, attributed to

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Early 1900s French Louis XV Antique End Tables

Materials

Bronze

French 19th-20th Century Louis XV Style Ormolu-Mounted Mahogany Table Attr Linke

$9,450 Sale Price

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Antique Two-Tier Cane and Scorched Bamboo Tiger Wood Side Table with Storage Top

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

Antique Victorian Aesthetic movement two-tier scorched bamboo and cane tigerwood side table or

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19th Century American British Colonial Antique End Tables

Materials

Metal

Antique Two-Tier Cane and Scorched Bamboo Tiger Wood Side Table with Storage Top

$900 Sale Price

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19th Century Regency Tea or Tobacco Table With Lion-Feet And Brass Fitted Drawer

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Regency tea or tobacco table in mahogany, with lion-feet and amazing brass fitted drawer.

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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique End Tables

Materials

Brass

19th Century Regency Tea or Tobacco Table With Lion-Feet And Brass Fitted Drawer

$925

Fine Quality Near Pair French Marble Topped Side Tables. in the Manner of Linke

By François Linke

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A fine quality near pair of French late 19th century marble topped side tables, each with wonderful

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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique End Tables

Materials

Ormolu

Fine Quality Near Pair French Marble Topped Side Tables. in the Manner of Linke

$20,636 / set

French Louis XV Period Shape Red Painted Walnut 1-Drawer Table, mid 18th cen.

Located in Atlanta, GA

Painted in a faded red color and having a rectangular shaped top with rounded corners and a raised molding, the top likely previously covered in fabric atop a conforming case housing...

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Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Antique End Tables

Materials

Walnut

French Louis XV Period Shape Red Painted Walnut 1-Drawer Table, mid 18th cen.

$4,350

Hand Carved 1914-1919 WWI Side Table Must See Pictures One of a Kind Piece

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

table. A good-looking piece, its hand carved from top to bottom with Jacobean floral detailing, the

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1910s English Edwardian Antique End Tables

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Oak

Hand Carved 1914-1919 WWI Side Table Must See Pictures One of a Kind Piece

$2,407

Lovely circa 1900 English Oak Side Table with Turned Legs and a Nice Rich Patina

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely circa 1900 English oak round side table with turned

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Early 1900s English Late Victorian Antique End Tables

Materials

Oak

Lovely circa 1900 English Oak Side Table with Turned Legs and a Nice Rich Patina

$928

Antique 1905 Liberty s London Qing Dynasty Stool / Side End Table Floral Carving

By Liberty of London

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

exceptionally rare original Liberty’s London stool or side table This was sold to me as a stool however they

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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique End Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Antique 1905 Liberty s London Qing Dynasty Stool / Side End Table Floral Carving

$1,169

19th Century Convertible Pair of Monk s Chair or End Table, Foldable Armchair

Located in Miami, FL

, it's a table, seatback up it's an armchair. Sculpted from solid oak, it features carving on both sides

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Late 19th Century French Renaissance Antique End Tables

Materials

Velvet, Oak

19th Century Convertible Pair of Monk s Chair or End Table, Foldable Armchair

$4,800 / set

PAiR OF ANTIQUE CHINESE CHINOISERIE CIRCA 1880 MOTHER OF PEARL SIDE END TABLES

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

fully restored antique Chinese Chinoiserie Mother of Pearl lacquered side tables Please note the

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1880s Chinese Chinoiserie Antique End Tables

Materials

Wood

PAiR OF ANTIQUE CHINESE CHINOISERIE CIRCA 1880 MOTHER OF PEARL SIDE END TABLES

$3,783 / set

Pair Regency Revival Side Tables End

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Pair of Regency style mahogany end tables Circa 1920 Each of the tables are raised upon chamfered

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1920s Regency Antique End Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Pair Regency Revival Side Tables End

$1,781

French Walnut Pair of Nightstands with Heart Open Shelf / Three Drawers

Located in Miami, FL

A French walnut bedside tables with one with open shelf from the late with heart shape in both

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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique End Tables

Materials

Oak

French Walnut Pair of Nightstands with Heart Open Shelf / Three Drawers

$3,150 / set

Vintage Chippendale Style Nightstand with Claw-and-Ball Feet

Located in Seattle, WA

meticulously carved claw-and-ball feet. This nightstand or side table exemplifies early 20th-century American

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Early 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Antique End Tables

Materials

Wood

Vintage Chippendale Style Nightstand with Claw-and-Ball Feet

$1,995

Pair Of Tall 19th Century Oriental Hardwood Stands

Located in Bedfordshire, GB

, Or Lamp Tables, Having Attractive Rouge Marble Inset Tops, Over Lovely Foliate Carved And Pierced

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Late 19th Century Chinese Victorian Antique End Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Pair Of Tall 19th Century Oriental Hardwood Stands

$6,734

ANTiQUE CIRCA 1900 CHINESE CHINOISERIE TILT TOP SIDE END TABLE CLAW BALL FEET

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

-1900 hand made Chinese Chinoiserie side end lamp table with tilt top feature Please note the delivery

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Early 1900s Chinese Chinoiserie Antique End Tables

Materials

Wood

ANTiQUE CIRCA 1900 CHINESE CHINOISERIE TILT TOP SIDE END TABLE CLAW BALL FEET

$1,857

ANTIQUE rare and important GUSTAV STICKLEY drink stand.

Located in Shamokin Dam, PA

made. This table shows flush Through Tenon Construction on all legs. The table is in good condition no

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Early 20th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique End Tables

Materials

Oak

ANTIQUE rare and important GUSTAV STICKLEY drink stand.

$4,900

Solid flame Mahogany Turned Legs 3 Drawer Drop Leaf Sewing Stand Cabinet MINT

By J. Horner

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Solid flame Mahogany Turned Legs 3 Drawer Drop Leaf Sewing Stand Cabinet MINT Drop Leaves are 10" long.

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19th Century American Federal Antique End Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Solid flame Mahogany Turned Legs 3 Drawer Drop Leaf Sewing Stand Cabinet MINT

$4,400

Antique American Sheraton Birdseye Maple One Drawer Stand c. Mid 19th Century

Located in Westfield, MA

pieces in 19th century households, serving equally well as bedside tables, writing stands, or occasional

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Mid-19th Century American Sheraton Antique End Tables

Materials

Birdseye Maple

Antique American Sheraton Birdseye Maple One Drawer Stand c. Mid 19th Century

$1,170

Antique Sheraton Flame Mahogany Two-Drawer Drop-Leaf Sewing Stand Basket C1830

Located in Big Flats, NY

Antique Sheraton Flame Mahogany Two-Drawer Drop-Leaf Sewing Stand with Basket & Rope Twist Legs C1830 Measures - 27.25"h x 16"w x 29.5"d This sewing stand, dating to circa 1830, is c...

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Early 19th Century Sheraton Antique End Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Sheraton Flame Mahogany Two-Drawer Drop-Leaf Sewing Stand Basket C1830

$1,160 Sale Price

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Antique French Louis XIV Style Satinwood Inlaid Kingwood, Marble Ormolu Stands

Located in Big Flats, NY

Pair of Antique French Louis XIV Style Satinwood Inlaid Kingwood, Rouge Marble & Ormolu Three Drawer Stands with Pierced Gallery, c1920 Measures - 32"h x 13 5/8"w x 10 1/2"d A pair o...

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Early 20th Century Antique End Tables

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

Antique French Louis XIV Style Satinwood Inlaid Kingwood, Marble Ormolu Stands

$1,480 Sale Price / set

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Guillerme et Chambron nightstand

By Guillerme et Chambron

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

a guillerme et chambron oak and ceramic night stand edition votre maison

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Early 20th Century French Modern Antique End Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Oak

Guillerme et Chambron nightstand

$3,002

Fine Antique Federal Period Cherry One Drawer Hepplewhite Stand c. 1820

Located in Westfield, MA

piece would make a wonderful nightstand, side table, or hall accent — a timeless example of early

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Early 19th Century American Federal Antique End Tables

Materials

Cherry

Fine Antique Federal Period Cherry One Drawer Hepplewhite Stand c. 1820

$1,350

French 19th Century Marble Top Miniature Secretaire a Abbatant, Fall Front Desk

Located in New Orleans, LA

French late 19th century marble top miniature secretaire abbatant with four drawers, two shelves, and two drawers below abbatant alongside bronze mounts. The piece is part of the co...

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Late 19th Century French Antique End Tables

Materials

Bronze

French 19th Century Marble Top Miniature Secretaire a Abbatant, Fall Front Desk

$6,500

Likely Antique Edwardian Possibly Mahogany Smoking Cabinet with Copper Interior

Located in Seattle, WA

have functioned as a side or accent table. Its petite footprint and detailed craftsmanship make it

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Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique End Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Likely Antique Edwardian Possibly Mahogany Smoking Cabinet with Copper Interior

$495

Antique Directoire Style Brass Mounted Mahogany Gueridon

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

Antique Directoire style brass mounted mahogany gueridon, circa 1920's. With a flame mahogany top with brass banding on the outer edge, a fluted pedestal and 3 down swept legs with b...

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1920s European Directoire Antique End Tables

Materials

Brass

Antique Directoire Style Brass Mounted Mahogany Gueridon

$1,750

A Late 18th Century Mahogany Bedside Commode

Located in London, GB

England, circa 1780. A late eighteenth century mahogany bedside commode with galleried top, handles to either side, two doors with marquetry decoration to the front, above a drawer ...

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Late 18th Century English Antique End Tables

Materials

Mahogany

A Late 18th Century Mahogany Bedside Commode

$3,645

Exquisite Burr Walnut Jewellery Box Burr Walnut Side End Table with Glass Shelf

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

table with mirrored top, velour lining and glass sorting / display shelf A very good looking well

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1890s English Late Victorian Antique End Tables

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Exquisite Burr Walnut Jewellery Box Burr Walnut Side End Table with Glass Shelf

$2,063

Sheraton Cherry Tiger Maple Three-Drawer Sewing Stand C1830

Located in Big Flats, NY

***Reduced In-House Delivery Rates - Click on “Ask Seller” to Request a Quote*** Sheraton Cherry & Tiger Maple 3 Drawer Sewing Stand C1830 Measures - 28 1/8" x 17 3/4" x 16 5/8" A S...

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Early 19th Century Antique End Tables

Materials

Maple

Sheraton Cherry Tiger Maple Three-Drawer Sewing Stand C1830

$1,160 Sale Price

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Antique American Empire Carved Walnut 2 Drawer Pedestal Base Side Chests - Pair

Located in Chicago, IL

for your essentials while maintaining a classic aesthetic. Perfect for use as bedside tables or accent

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Late 19th Century Unknown American Empire Antique End Tables

Materials

Walnut

Antique American Empire Carved Walnut 2 Drawer Pedestal Base Side Chests - Pair

$2,750 / set

Antique Federal Period Mahogany Three Drawer Stand with Embossed Pulls c. 1820

Located in Westfield, MA

elements blend elegance and functionality, making this piece versatile enough to serve as a bedside table

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1820s American Federal Antique End Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Federal Period Mahogany Three Drawer Stand with Embossed Pulls c. 1820

$1,870

Tall Georgian Oak Lowboy

Located in Greenwich, CT

An elegant lowboy or side table in quarter sawn oak having three plank top with molded edge and

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Early 1800s English Georgian Antique End Tables

Materials

Oak

Tall Georgian Oak Lowboy

$5,500

Stunning 18th Century circa 1760 English Oak Jointed Stool or Side End Table

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

table with original wood nail dowels A nicely made genuine 260+ year old piece, beautifully carved

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1760s English Georgian Antique End Tables

Materials

Oak

Stunning 18th Century circa 1760 English Oak Jointed Stool or Side End Table

$2,682 / item

18th Century French Louis XV Chevet Circa 1770

Located in Atlanta, GA

furniture design. Made from solid walnut, this bedside table exudes the elegance and refinement

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18th Century French Louis XV Antique End Tables

Materials

Walnut

18th Century French Louis XV Chevet Circa 1770

$1,950

Antique Sheraton Federal Mahogany Spider Leg Lift-Top Sewing Stand c1820

Located in Big Flats, NY

***Reduced In-House Delivery Rates - Click on “Ask Seller” to Request a Quote*** Antique Sheraton Federal Mahogany Spider Leg Lift-Top Sewing Stand c1820. Measures - 30 1/4" x 22...

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Early 19th Century Antique End Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Sheraton Federal Mahogany Spider Leg Lift-Top Sewing Stand c1820

$1,200 Sale Price

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19th Century French NightStand

Located in Nashville, TN

smoothly sliding drawer. This would be a perfect piece to use as a plant stand, drink table, lamp stand or

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Early 1900s French Antique End Tables

Materials

Wood

19th Century French NightStand

$1,625

Victorian circular coffee table from the late 1800

Located in Torino, IT

Circular walnut coffee table late 19th century' production Refined lamp table with spindle gallery. Victorian style, inlaid top with brass floral decorations and central drawer. T...

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1890s British Antique End Tables

Materials

Wood

Victorian circular coffee table from the late 1800

$624

Pair of Tall Victorian Walnut Chest of Drawers, Lamp Wine Occasional End Tables

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

A very good looking well made and functional pair of drawers, ideally suited as lamp or wine tables

Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique End Tables

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Tall Victorian Walnut Chest of Drawers, Lamp Wine Occasional End Tables

$2,407 / set

Cloverleaf tea table XIX

Located in Cesena, FC

Antique shamrock coffee table in walnut Rare vintage coffee table (mid-nineteenth century) dimensions: diameter 74 cm - height 67 cm Elegant and unusual coffee table made of walnut...

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Late 19th Century Italian Antique End Tables

Materials

Cherry, Maple, Walnut

Cloverleaf tea table XIX

$2,882

Louis Philippe Oval Antique Coffee Table - 1800s Era, Solid Walnut

Located in Cesena, FC

Louis Philippe Oval Antique Coffee Table - 1800s Era, Solid Walnut Elegant Louis Philippe-style oval coffee table made of fine solid walnut and dating from the first half of the 19t...

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Mid-19th Century Italian Louis Philippe Antique End Tables

Materials

Nutwood

Louis Philippe Oval Antique Coffee Table - 1800s Era, Solid Walnut

$3,302

Antique Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Mounted Gueridon

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

the table is stenciled indistinctly with makers name.

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1920s French Louis XVI Antique End Tables

Materials

Ormolu

Antique Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Mounted Gueridon

$1,500

Pair of Chinese Reeded Leg Square Stools, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

is known as a fang deng, and doubles as a low table for displaying objects or serving tea. These

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique End Tables

Materials

Elm, Walnut

Pair of Chinese Reeded Leg Square Stools, c. 1850

$5,880 / set

Fidelis Schey, 18Th C. Louis XVI Marble Brass Gallery, Gueridon, Stamped

By Fidelis Shey

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This ia a beautiful, Louis XVI period, Gueridon table Exceptional Louis XVI period Gueridon

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Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique End Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

Fidelis Schey, 18Th C. Louis XVI Marble Brass Gallery, Gueridon, Stamped

$4,120 / item

Rustic Catchall On Three Legs, USA 1930s

Located in New York, NY

A deeply dished catchall on tripod legs.

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Early 20th Century American Rustic Antique End Tables

Materials

Ash

Rustic Catchall On Three Legs, USA 1930s

$1,600

19th Century French Walnut Brass Inlaid Etagere

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

For sale is a good quality 19th century French walnut brass inlaid etagere, with a brass galleried top, and shaped tiers on turned supports. Remaining in very good condition, showing...

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19th Century English Antique End Tables

Materials

Walnut

19th Century French Walnut Brass Inlaid Etagere

$1,093

Antique George III period mahogany pie crust top kettle stand

Located in London, GB

A fine mid-18th Century well-figured mahogany Kettle Stand, having piecrust edged top above spiral twist stem with fluted section, raised on well-shaped tripod legs ending on pad feet.

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Mid-18th Century English Chippendale Antique End Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique George III period mahogany pie crust top kettle stand

$12,381

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An assortment of antique end tables is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique antique end tables was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and mahogany. Antique end tables have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Victorian, Louis XVI and Louis XV antique end tables are consistently popular styles. Many antique end tables are appealing in their simplicity, but Liberty of London, Maison Jansen and Heywood-Wakefield Co. produced popular antique end tables that are worth a look.

How Much are Antique End Tables?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,567, while they’re typically $10 on the low end and $125,000 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 Antique End Tables

What are end tables?
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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 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 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.
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.
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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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 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.
How do I identify an antique table?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
You can identify an antique table in a number of ways. The first clue that a table is antique is the joinery. If a piece of furniture is dovetailed by hand, it only has a couple of dovetails, which are uneven. Also, antique tables are not defined by perfect symmetry. Lastly, antique tables were typically made of oak, mahogany, and walnut.
Bonnin Ashley Antiques IncFebruary 23, 2021
In addition to the joinery you can check the bottoms of the drawers and the backs of the cabinets. If they were made prior to 1850 then the wood will most likely be dimensioned by hand. It will be uneven to the touch. The secondary wood that receives the veneer will have been scraped smooth but drawer bottoms, backs and bottoms are often left less finished.
What is an antique rent table?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
An antique rent table is a piece of furniture that landlords and tenants used to exchange rent. The rent money would be placed in one drawer, the table would rotate for the landlord to receive. It was considered polite and gentlemanly to pay rent this way. Shop a collection of antique rent tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A rent table is a small circular or polygonal table with drawers. Rent tables frequently had drawers labeled for the days of the week, and English landlords in the 18th century often used them to collect rent. On 1stDibs, shop antique rent tables from some of the world’s top sellers.
How can you tell if a kitchen table is antique?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
To tell if a kitchen table is antique, look under the table and on the legs for a maker's mark. It may be carved, branded or stamped onto the surface or appear on a paper or metal label. Using the marking, you can consult trusted online resources to learn about the maker and view catalogues of their pieces, searching for tables similar to yours. If your kitchen table was produced at least 100 years ago, it is an antique. Keep in mind that not all antique furnishings have maker's markings. In the event that you're unable to locate a mark, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can evaluate your piece for you. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of tables.
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.
How can I identify my antique dining table?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To identify your antique dining table, first check to see if there is a maker’s mark on the underside. If there are no identifying marks or stamps, a furniture appraiser can check the style and the hardwood used to identify your piece. Shop a collection of antique furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

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