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.

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 difference between an accent table and an end table?

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

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

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

What is the average size of an end table?

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

What are bedroom end tables called?

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

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.

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 is the end chair called for a dining table?

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

Should end tables be higher or lower than a couch?

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

What’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.

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

Category

19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Antique End Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Anglo Indian Export Hardwood Elephant Inlaid Side Lamp End Wine Table Flowers

$750

LOVELY SMALL ANTIQUE SHERATON REViVAL HARDWOOD TRIPOD SIDE END LAMP WINE TABLE

By Sheraton Revival

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Victorian Sheraton Revival tripod table Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers

Category

19th Century English Late Victorian Antique End Tables

Materials

Hardwood

LOVELY SMALL ANTIQUE SHERATON REViVAL HARDWOOD TRIPOD SIDE END LAMP WINE TABLE

$784

Antique Swedish Grace Art Deco Flame Birch and Elm End or Side Table c. 1925

Located in Atlanta, GA

masterpiece, functioning perfectly as an end, side, or lamp table, offering both sculptural elegance and

Category

1920s Swedish Art Deco Antique End Tables

Materials

Elm, Birch, Hardwood

Antique Swedish Grace Art Deco Flame Birch and Elm End or Side Table c. 1925

$2,985

17TH CENTURY ANTIQUE ENGLISH OAK SIDE END LAMP WINE TABLE LOVELY PATiNATED TOP

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

hand made in England 17th century side table or stool Please note the delivery fee listed is just a

Category

17th Century English Charles II Antique End Tables

Materials

Oak

17TH CENTURY ANTIQUE ENGLISH OAK SIDE END LAMP WINE TABLE LOVELY PATiNATED TOP

$3,207

FINE 19TH CENTURY HAND CARVED LIBERTY S LONDON MOORISH SiDE END LAMP WINE TABLE

By Liberty of London

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

late 19th century Morrish side table which was retailed through Liberty's London Please note the

Category

19th Century Burmese Victorian Antique End Tables

Materials

Glass, Walnut

FINE 19TH CENTURY HAND CARVED LIBERTY S LONDON MOORISH SiDE END LAMP WINE TABLE

$1,296

Pair of Restored Victorian Burr Walnut Tripod Side End Lamp Tables circa 1860

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Walnut tripod tables with ornately turned barley twist column bases A glorious pair of table with

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1860s English High Victorian Antique End Tables

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Restored Victorian Burr Walnut Tripod Side End Lamp Tables circa 1860

$4,026 / set

Victorian Burr Quarter Cut Walnut Oval Side End Lamp Tripod Table Ornately Carve

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this sublime Victorian circa 1840 Burr Walnut oval tripod table

Category

1840s English Early Victorian Antique End Tables

Materials

Walnut

Victorian Burr Quarter Cut Walnut Oval Side End Lamp Tripod Table Ornately Carve

$1,296

Must See Fine Super Rare Original Victorian Pollard Oak Side End Lamp Wine Table

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely original Victorian Pollard oak side end lamp wine

Category

19th Century English Victorian Antique End Tables

Materials

Oak

Must See Fine Super Rare Original Victorian Pollard Oak Side End Lamp Wine Table

$4,026

Pair of Italian circa 1880 Gold Giltwood Marble Topped Side End Lamp Wine Tables

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

marble topped side tables. A totally original pair, the hardwood frames have been nicely gold gilt

Category

1880s Italian High Victorian Antique End Tables

Materials

Marble

Pair of Italian circa 1880 Gold Giltwood Marble Topped Side End Lamp Wine Tables

$2,661 / set

LOVELY CIRCA 1920 FLAMED HARDWOOD PiE CRUST EDGE TRIPOD LAMP SIDE END WINE TABLE

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

flamed mahogany Pie Crust edge tripod lamp table Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it

Category

1920s English Country Antique End Tables

Materials

Hardwood

LOVELY CIRCA 1920 FLAMED HARDWOOD PiE CRUST EDGE TRIPOD LAMP SIDE END WINE TABLE

$1,296

Circa 1900 English Oak Arts Crafts Side End Lamp Wine Table or Plant Stand

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage English Oak Arts & Crafts side table A

Category

Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique End Tables

Materials

Oak

Circa 1900 English Oak Arts Crafts Side End Lamp Wine Table or Plant Stand

$887 / set

Rare circa 1900 Hand Painted Claw Ball Feet Side End Lamp Wine Table Cupboard

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely circa 1900 late Victorian hand painted side table

Category

Early 1900s English Late Victorian Antique End Tables

Materials

Pine

Rare circa 1900 Hand Painted Claw Ball Feet Side End Lamp Wine Table Cupboard

$2,661

Antique circa 1900 Side End Table Lion Hair Paw Carved Feet Part of Large Suite

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this exquisite quality circa 1900 Mahogany side table with lion

Category

Early 1900s English Late Victorian Antique End Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Antique circa 1900 Side End Table Lion Hair Paw Carved Feet Part of Large Suite

$1,842

Antique End Table with Rattan Top and Box Design

Located in Yonkers, NY

table, it can seamlessly integrate into various decor styles, bringing an intriguing blend of history

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique End Tables

Materials

Rattan, Wood

Antique End Table with Rattan Top and Box Design

$890

Swedish Gustavian Original Yellow Painted Nightstand or End Table

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

An early 19th century yellow original painted Swedish nightstand or side table with one drawer

Category

Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique End Tables

Materials

Wood

Swedish Gustavian Original Yellow Painted Nightstand or End Table

$950

Early American Federal Period Flame Mahogany Antique Wash Stand

Located in Forney, TX

variety of different uses, including as a chair side table, bedside nightstand, sofa end table, dry bar

Category

Early 19th Century American Federal Antique End Tables

Materials

Brass

Early American Federal Period Flame Mahogany Antique Wash Stand

$3,500

French Louis XV 1870s era Marble Top Bronze Mounted Mahogany Round End by Millet

By Maison Millet

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

**French Louis XV Style Mahogany and Gilt Bronze Mounted Marble Top Occasional Table by Millet

Category

1870s French Louis XV Antique End Tables

Materials

Marble, Bronze

French Louis XV 1870s era Marble Top Bronze Mounted Mahogany Round End by Millet

$4,295

19th C. French Charles X Restoration Period Sewing Stand Work Table

Located in Forney, TX

end table, bedside nightstand, petite hall console or entry table, ladies vanity, dressing table or

Category

Early 19th Century French Charles X Antique End Tables

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

19th C. French Charles X Restoration Period Sewing Stand Work Table

$1,960

Antique German Biedermeier Cherry End Table Nightstand Pillar Cabinet 34"

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique German Biedermeier pillar cabinet or stand. Made of cherry featuring upper gallery with wavecrest design over one drawer and cabinet, supported by tapered legs. Circa mid t...

Category

Early 19th Century Biedermeier Antique End Tables

Materials

Cherry

Antique German Biedermeier Cherry End Table Nightstand Pillar Cabinet 34"

$1,190 Sale Price

30% Off

Pembroke Table

Located in London, England

Mahogany drop leaf Pembroke table on splay legs. Circa 1800. H 74cm x W 81cm/52cm x D 71cm

Category

Early 1800s British Antique End Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Pembroke Table

$1,569

Early Metamorphic Chair Table

Located in Greenwich, CT

English round top oak table with undershelf that doubles as chair seat when top is folded back

Category

Early 17th Century English Jacobean Antique End Tables

Materials

Oak

Early Metamorphic Chair Table

$8,500

Victorian Rosewood Table

Located in New Orleans, LA

Rosewood Table Circa 1890 This exquisite Victorian table is crafted from luxurious rosewood, a

Category

19th Century Victorian Antique End Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Victorian Rosewood Table

$6,850

Inlaid Drinks Table

Located in Greenwich, CT

An Anglo-Indian drinks table having a rectangular sandalwood top with canted edge on a thin apron

Category

Late 19th Century Indian Antique End Tables

Materials

Sandalwood

Inlaid Drinks Table

$6,900

Sheraton Leather Topped Table

Located in Greenwich, CT

A Sheraton occasional table, circa 1795, in vividly grained satinwood with rosewood cross-banding

Category

Late 18th Century English Sheraton Antique End Tables

Materials

Rosewood, Satinwood

Sheraton Leather Topped Table

$4,900

Antique French Game Table or Side Table with Inlaid Marquetry Checkerboard

Located in Hopewell, NJ

A unique and versatile 19th century French walnut burlwood and yew game table with a marquetry

Category

19th Century French Antique End Tables

Materials

Walnut, Yew, Burl

Antique French Game Table or Side Table with Inlaid Marquetry Checkerboard

$2,400

Black Forest Bistro Table

Located in Charmes, FR

Charming pedestal table with a circular white marble top resting on a central carved wooden base

Category

Mid-19th Century French Black Forest Antique End Tables

Materials

Wood

Black Forest Bistro Table

$1,791

Inlaid Mahogany Hall Table

Located in Greenwich, CT

A small occasional or hall table having a rectangular top with three-sided raised surround with

Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique End Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Inlaid Mahogany Hall Table

$1,250

Burl Oak Tripod Table

Located in Greenwich, CT

Fine Georgian tripod tilt-top table, the top fashioned from a single oak burl, over balustrade

Category

Mid-18th Century English George II Antique End Tables

Materials

Oak

Burl Oak Tripod Table

$8,900

French Directoire Boulliotte Table

Located in Dallas, TX

Late 19th century French Directoire' walnut and brass bouillotte table with Carrara marble top. A

Category

19th Century Antique End Tables

Materials

Carrara Marble

French Directoire Boulliotte Table

$2,400

Antique Victorian Era Oak Occasion Side Table or Entryway Accent Table.

Located in Seattle, WA

This intricately crafted oak side table dates to the late 19th century and reflects the decorative

Category

Late 19th Century Victorian Antique End Tables

Materials

Oak

Antique Victorian Era Oak Occasion Side Table or Entryway Accent Table.

$1,995

Rustic Sycamore Small Table

Located in Greenwich, CT

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

Category

19th Century English Antique End Tables

Materials

Sycamore

Rustic Sycamore Small Table

$4,900

Carolean Oak Metamorphic Table

Located in Greenwich, CT

An early English Carolean metamorphic table from the reign of Charles II in desirable bog oak

Category

17th Century English Charles II Antique End Tables

Materials

Oak

Carolean Oak Metamorphic Table

$5,500

19thc Wooden Lift top Farm Table/ Coffee Table from New England

Located in Los Angeles, CA

New England lift top table hand made from solid pine and thick 2 inch plank top. Wonderful original

Category

Mid-19th Century American Adirondack Antique End Tables

Materials

Wood

19thc Wooden Lift top Farm Table/ Coffee Table from New England

$1,960 Sale Price

20% Off

Welsh Elm Cricket Table

Located in Greenwich, CT

A small cricket table in vividly grained elm having a thick hand-hewn cheese wheel dish top on

Category

Early 19th Century Welsh Rustic Antique End Tables

Materials

Elm

Welsh Elm Cricket Table

$7,500

George II Walnut Table

Located in Essex, MA

Rectangular top with re-entrant corners over a shaped frieze with single drawer with brass ring handle. Turned tapered legs ending on pad feet. Finished all around. From John Bly Ant...

Category

1740s English George II Antique End Tables

Materials

Brass

George II Walnut Table

$4,800

Jacobean Tavern Table

Located in Pasadena, CA

This is a very good example of a late Jacobean carved oak Tavern table. The generous 30 inch round

Category

1690s English Jacobean Antique End Tables

Materials

Oak

Jacobean Tavern Table

$2,950

French Inlaid Occasional Lamp Table

Located in Swadlincote, GB

A super quality parquetry walnut occasional lamp table with a marquetry spray of flowers to the

Category

19th Century French Louis XIV Antique End Tables

Materials

Walnut

French Inlaid Occasional Lamp Table

$1,221

18th Century French Inlaid Walnut Gueridon Entryway Table or Accent Table

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Elegant 18th century French table slightly oval with four reeded tapered legs and two drawers

Category

18th Century French Antique End Tables

Materials

Cherry, Walnut

18th Century French Inlaid Walnut Gueridon Entryway Table or Accent Table

$2,200

Pair Mahogany Lamp Tables

Located in Swadlincote, GB

Outstanding pair of Chippendale style mahogany and parcel gilt lamp tables, with gadroon edge

Category

Early 20th Century English Chippendale Antique End Tables

Materials

Carrara Marble

Pair Mahogany Lamp Tables

$2,313 / set

George III Mahogany Table

Located in Essex, MA

Shaped rectangular top with brass bound edge with conforming fret carved frieze. Tapered square fret carved legs.

Category

1770s English George III Antique End Tables

Materials

Brass

George III Mahogany Table

$4,800

19th Century German Biedermeier Walnut Sewing Table - Antique Side Table

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An antique German Biedermeier sewing table made of hand crafted shellac polished, party veneered

Category

Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Antique End Tables

Materials

Metal

19th Century German Biedermeier Walnut Sewing Table - Antique Side Table

$10,900

Directoire Walnut Tricoteuse Table

Located in Essex, MA

shelves. The trestle sides with ebonized lozenge decoration. These tables were made originally as work or

Category

Early 1800s French Directoire Antique End Tables

Materials

Brass

Directoire Walnut Tricoteuse Table

$4,800

Bamboo Magazine Table

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

A rare, English Aesthetic Movement, bamboo magazine table with a woven rattan top. Magazine racks

Category

Late 19th Century Antique End Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan

Bamboo Magazine Table

$4,200

Antique English Oak Occasional Table

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

Antique English oak occasional table, early 19th century. With a 4 board oak top, a frieze drawer

Category

19th Century Georgian Antique End Tables

Materials

Brass

Antique English Oak Occasional Table

$1,500

19th Century Mahogany Occasional Table

Located in Dublin 8, IE

19th Century mahogany occasional table with carved circular top featuring a scallop edge with

Category

19th Century European Antique End Tables

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Mahogany Occasional Table

$6,866

French Side Table Wine Table Pink Marble, C.1940

Located in London, GB

French side table in pink marble and gilded bronze Maison Jansen C.1940 In very good condition

Category

Early 20th Century French Antique End Tables

Materials

Marble, Bronze

French Side Table Wine Table Pink Marble, C.1940

$3,139

Indian Hardwood Elephant Table

Located in Essex, MA

Circular top with carved outer band and central carved elephant. Elephant head and trunk legs. X form stretcher.

Category

1890s Indian Antique End Tables

Materials

Wood

Indian Hardwood Elephant Table

$2,850

Early Oak Center Table

Located in Greenwich, CT

A traditional English early 18th century table having plank top with molded edge on thin apron with

Category

1720s English Antique End Tables

Materials

Oak

Early Oak Center Table

$5,900

19th Century English Side Table

Located in Nashville, TN

This is a beautiful 18th century English side table. The simple yet beautiful design of this table

Category

1840s British Antique End Tables

Materials

Wood, Oak

19th Century English Side Table

$2,275

Fine Regency Mahogany Chamber Writing Table

By Gillows of Lancaster London

Located in Bedfordshire, GB

An Exceptional Quality Regency Period Mahogany Chamber Writing Table, In The Manner Of Gillows

Category

Early 19th Century English Regency Antique End Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Fine Regency Mahogany Chamber Writing Table

$8,463

Swedish Lamp Table

Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire

Large 19th century Swedish lamp table, 1890 Dimensions: 36.5 inches (93 cms) wide 24 inches

Category

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique End Tables

Materials

Pine

Swedish Lamp Table

$1,501

George IV Rosewood Drum Table

Located in Essex, MA

Circular top with inset beige leather. Frieze with alternating drawers. Shaped fluted support with tripatite base with bun feet.

Category

1830s English George IV Antique End Tables

Materials

Brass

George IV Rosewood Drum Table

$4,250

Regency Mahogany Library Drum Table

Located in Essex, MA

Circular light blue leather top with banded edge over a frieze with drawers with brass knobs. Turned support and four reeded saber legs with casters.

Category

Early 19th Century English Regency Antique End Tables

Materials

Brass

Regency Mahogany Library Drum Table

$6,800

19th Century Blue-Grey Swedish Gustavian Side Table - Scandinavian Kitchen Table

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A blue-grey, antique Swedish Gustavian single center, kitchen table made of hand crafted painted

Category

Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique End Tables

Materials

Metal, Bronze

19th Century Blue-Grey Swedish Gustavian Side Table - Scandinavian Kitchen Table

$3,900

19th Century French Antique Walnut Draper’s, Drapier Table, Antique Tailor Table

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An important antique 19th Century French Draper’s Table or Table de Drapier crafted from solid

Category

Early 19th Century French Antique End Tables

Materials

Walnut

19th Century French Antique Walnut Draper’s, Drapier Table, Antique Tailor Table

$19,800

19th Century French Wine Table

Located in Nashville, TN

This is wonderful French wine tasting table from the early 1800s. When you see this table you don’t

Category

1840s French Antique End Tables

Materials

Hardwood

19th Century French Wine Table

$2,375

Georgian Harewood Pembroke Table

Located in Greenwich, CT

Fine George III harewood, burr yew and rosewood Pembroke table, the rectangular top with central

Category

Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique End Tables

Materials

Harewood

Georgian Harewood Pembroke Table

$7,800

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Antique End Tables For Sale on 1stDibs

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?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
End tables are small tables that sit beside a larger piece of furniture. The height of an end table is generally that of an arm of a chair.
How high are end tables?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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.
Are end tables taller than coffee tables?
1 Answer
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 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.
What is the average size of an end table?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
An end table should be within two inches as high as the chair or sofa it stands next to and equal in depth.
What are bedroom end tables called?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
Bedroom end tables are often called nightstands if they have drawers or cabinet doors included in their designs. Open pieces without built-in storage are sometimes referred to as bedside tables. Shop a collection of nightstands and bedside tables on 1stDibs.
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.
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 is the end chair called for a dining table?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The end chairs are called an armchair. Typically found at the head of the table, these specific chairs have armrests and give off a more formal feel. You can shop a collection of armchairs and dining tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
Should end tables be higher or lower than a couch?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
Generally, end tables should be about the same height as the arm of your couch. When the tables aren't significantly taller or shorter, you can reach the tabletop to access items or switch on a lamp with greater ease. Shop a range of end tables on 1stDibs.
What’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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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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