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.

Blue Side Table

Semi Precious Stone Furniture

End Tables Powder Coated Steel

Hand Carved Mexican Table

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Vintage 1940s Portuguese Side Tables

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Iron

Antique Mosaic Bistro Side Table with Herringbone Iridescent Tiles

$1,650

Sabine Marcelis Contemporary High Cast Resin Candy Cube Side Table Night Stand

By Sabine Marcelis

Located in Barcelona, ES

Sabine Marcelis Freestanding table in mint From the series “Candy Cubes” Manufactured by

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2010s Dutch Modern Side Tables

Materials

Resin

Sabine Marcelis Contemporary High Cast Resin Candy Cube Side Table Night Stand

$9,392

21st Century Paritzki&Liani Low Table Blue-Blue-Amethyst Murano Glass

By Purho Murano, Paritzki Liani

Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT

Angels is a collection of tables in Murano glass designed by the Paritzki&Liani (Tel Aviv, Israel

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Murano Glass

21st Century Paritzki&Liani Low Table Blue-Blue-Amethyst Murano Glass

$7,014 / item

21st Century Paritzki&Liani Low Table Blue-Blue-Amber Murano Glass

By Purho Murano, Paritzki Liani

Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT

Angels is a collection of tables in Murano glass designed by the Paritzki&Liani (Tel Aviv, Israel

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Murano Glass

21st Century Paritzki&Liani Low Table Blue-Blue-Amber Murano Glass

$7,014 / item

21st Century Paritzki&Liani Low Table Blue-Blue-Rosé Murano Glass

By Paritzki Liani, Purho Murano

Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT

Angels is a collection of tables in Murano glass designed by the Paritzki&Liani (Tel Aviv, Israel

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

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Murano Glass

21st Century Paritzki&Liani Low Table Blue-Blue-Rosé Murano Glass

$7,014 / item

21st Century Paritzki&Liani Low Table Blue-Amethyst-Blue Murano Glass

By Purho Murano, Paritzki Liani

Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT

Angels is a collection of tables in Murano glass designed by the Paritzki&Liani (Tel Aviv, Israel

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

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Murano Glass

21st Century Paritzki&Liani Low Table Blue-Amethyst-Blue Murano Glass

$7,014 / item

Contemporary Natural Plaster "Column" Seat/Side Table 40cm by Isabelle Beaumont

Located in Ranst, BE

signature of the craftsman, ensuring that no two tables are ever the same. Thanks to its understated

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2010s Belgian Minimalist Side Tables

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Concrete, Limestone, Composition, Cement

Contemporary Natural Plaster "Column" Seat/Side Table 40cm by Isabelle Beaumont

$1,111 / item

Vintage Side Table Bohemian Style Bamboo, 1960 France

Located in Oirlo, LI

Vintage Side Table Bohemian Style Bamboo, 1960 France. Beautiful Bohemian bamboo side table with

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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Bamboo, Rattan

Vintage Side Table Bohemian Style Bamboo, 1960 France

$413 Sale Price

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21st Century Paritzki&Liani Mid Low Table Blue-Blue-Rosé Murano Glass

By Paritzki Liani, Purho Murano

Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT

Angels is a collection of tables in Murano glass designed by the Paritzki&Liani (Tel Aviv, Israel

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Murano Glass

21st Century Paritzki&Liani Mid Low Table Blue-Blue-Rosé Murano Glass

$7,014 / item

21st Century Paritzki&Liani Mid Low Table Blue-Blue-Amethyst Murano Glass

By Paritzki Liani, Purho Murano

Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT

Angels is a collection of tables in Murano glass designed by the Paritzki&Liani (Tel Aviv, Israel

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Murano Glass

21st Century Paritzki&Liani Mid Low Table Blue-Blue-Amethyst Murano Glass

$7,014 / item

21st Century Paritzki&Liani Low Table Blue-Moss Green-Blue Murano Glass

By Purho Murano, Paritzki Liani

Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT

Angels is a collection of tables in Murano glass designed by the Paritzki&Liani (Tel Aviv, Israel

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

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Murano Glass

21st Century Paritzki&Liani Low Table Blue-Moss Green-Blue Murano Glass

$7,014 / item

21st Century Paritzki&Liani Mid Low Table Blue-Blue-Amber Murano Glass

By Purho Murano, Paritzki Liani

Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT

Angels is a collection of tables in Murano glass designed by the Paritzki&Liani (Tel Aviv, Israel

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Murano Glass

21st Century Paritzki&Liani Mid Low Table Blue-Blue-Amber Murano Glass

$7,014 / item

21st Century Paritzki&Liani Mid Low Table Blue-Amethyst-Blue Murano Glass

By Purho Murano, Paritzki Liani

Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT

Angels is a collection of tables in Murano glass designed by the Paritzki&Liani (Tel Aviv, Israel

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Murano Glass

21st Century Paritzki&Liani Mid Low Table Blue-Amethyst-Blue Murano Glass

$7,014 / item

Pair Modern Blue Lacquered &Gilt Campaign-Style Tray Tables, Attrib. Made Goods

By Made Goods

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

tables work beautifully as nightstands, side tables, or accent pieces. The rich blue lacquer contrasts

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21st Century and Contemporary Campaign Side Tables

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Brass

Pair Modern Blue Lacquered &Gilt Campaign-Style Tray Tables, Attrib. Made Goods

$2,800 / set

Mers Console Table in Pacific Blue Aluminum

By Henry Norris, New Format Studio

Located in Vancouver, BC

The Mers console table is fabricated from solid aluminum with powdercoat finish. It is suitable for

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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Mers Console Table in Pacific Blue Aluminum

$4,800 / item

Mers Cafe Table in Pacific Blue Aluminum

By Henry Norris, New Format Studio

Located in Vancouver, BC

The Mers café table is fabricated from solid aluminum and is suitable for use indoors and out. Form

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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Side Tables

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Aluminum

Mers Cafe Table in Pacific Blue Aluminum

$3,800 / item

Mers Coffee Table in Pacific Blue Aluminum

By Henry Norris, New Format Studio

Located in Vancouver, BC

The Mers Coffee Table is fabricated from solid aluminum and is suitable for use indoors and out

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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Mers Coffee Table in Pacific Blue Aluminum

$3,300 / item

Effetto Vetro Contemporary Custom Pair of Tripod Side Tables in Glass and Brass

By Effetto Vetro

Located in New York, NY

Effetto Vetro exquisite custom contemporary pair of round side tables with green glass mirrored

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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Effetto Vetro Contemporary Custom Pair of Tripod Side Tables in Glass and Brass

$18,000 / set

Hand Made Malachite and White Plaster Drum, Side Table by Samuel Amoia

By Samuel Amoia

Located in New York, NY

All pieces are made to order by Samuel and his brother Dominic (sculptor). The minerals are closely sourced from trusted miners, then hand-crushed, hand-washed and carefully sculpted...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Side Tables

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Malachite

Hand Made Malachite and White Plaster Drum, Side Table by Samuel Amoia

$5,600 / item

1970 Machine Age Heavy Turquoise Finished Coil Shape Column Side End Drink Table

Located in Miami, FL

Round Machine Age Industrial Coil Cylinder shaped heavy Steel Drink table, Side Table or End Table

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Late 20th Century American Machine Age Side Tables

Materials

Steel

1970 Machine Age Heavy Turquoise Finished Coil Shape Column Side End Drink Table

$1,950

Moooi Elements 007 Grey Blue Table in Solid Wood by Jaime Hayon

By Jaime Hayon, Moooi

Located in Brooklyn, NY

(EPP), upholstered, solid wood Finish: Grey blue (RAL 5008) Dimensions: 50 Ø x 36 H cm Available in

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Early 2000s Dutch Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Moooi Elements 007 Grey Blue Table in Solid Wood by Jaime Hayon

$2,092 / item

Aldo Londi for Raymor Rimini Blue Pottery Tripod Occasional Table, 1950s

By Rosenthal Netter, Bitossi, Aldo Londi

Located in Bainbridge, NY

Aldo Londi for Bitossi incised blue & green Tripod Side Table for Raymor. Featuring a handcrafted

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Aldo Londi for Raymor Rimini Blue Pottery Tripod Occasional Table, 1950s

$4,750

Antique French Scrolled Iron Side-table w/ Marble Top

Located in North Miami, FL

This is a stunning blue painted scrolled iron side-table. Featuring a Carrara marble round inset

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Antique Late 19th Century French Side Tables

Materials

Carrara Marble, Iron

Antique French Scrolled Iron Side-table w/ Marble Top

$5,800

"Xraydio 1 Razza" Glass and Black Raw Steel Side Table by Moroso for Diesel

By Diesel Creative Team 1, Moroso

Located in Brooklyn, NY

"Xraydio 1 Razza" is a side table, designed by Diesel Creative Team and manufactured by Moroso

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

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Steel

"Xraydio 1 Razza" Glass and Black Raw Steel Side Table by Moroso for Diesel

$693 / item

21st Century Paritzki&Liani Mid Low Table Blue-Moss Green-Blue Murano Glass

By Purho Murano, Paritzki Liani

Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT

Angels is a collection of tables in Murano glass designed by the Paritzki&Liani (Tel Aviv, Israel

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Murano Glass

21st Century Paritzki&Liani Mid Low Table Blue-Moss Green-Blue Murano Glass

$7,014 / item

Unsighted Table Blue by Jeonghwa Seo

By Jeonghwa Seo

Located in Pireaus-Athens, Greece

Jeonghwa Seo is a Korean designer whose practice is mostly based in furniture manufacture. Having studied at Hongik University in Korea before obtaining a master degree from the Desi...

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2010s Side Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Unsighted Table Blue by Jeonghwa Seo

$15,455

Blue Osis Bensimon Low Table by Llot Llov

Located in Geneve, CH

Blue Osis Bensimon low table by Llot Llov Dimensions: H 40 x L 160 x W 80 cm Materials: birch wood

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2010s German Modern Side Tables

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Birch

Blue Osis Bensimon Low Table by Llot Llov

$4,708 / item

Side Table White Marble Top Mirror Steel Legs Green Majolica Tiles, Also Outdoor

By deBlona

Located in Recanati, IT

Side table or End table with white Carrara marble top, hight polished stainless steel legs and

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

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Marble, Carrara Marble, Metal, Stainless Steel

Side Table White Marble Top Mirror Steel Legs Green Majolica Tiles, Also Outdoor

$5,825 / item

Hand Made Side Table of Crushed Malachite of the Congo, by Samuel Amoia

By Samuel Amoia

Located in New York, NY

All pieces are made to order by Samuel and his brother Dominic (sculptor). The minerals are closely sourced from trusted miners, then hand-crushed, hand-washed and carefully sculpted...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Side Tables

Materials

Pyrite

Hand Made Side Table of Crushed Malachite of the Congo, by Samuel Amoia

$10,500 / item

19th Century Unusual Swedish Blue Country Table

Located in Kramfors, SE

vivid blue paint of this table indicates that the person or family who commissioned this table were very

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Side Tables

Materials

Pine

19th Century Unusual Swedish Blue Country Table

$5,766

Null Blue Glass Clear Transition Color Square Table by Studio Buzao Customizable

By Buzao

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This square table is made of laminated glass in blue color. Size and color are customizable upon

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2010s Chinese Side Tables

Materials

Glass

Null Blue Glass Clear Transition Color Square Table by Studio Buzao Customizable

$12,000 / item

Early 20thC Walnut with Blue Willow Ironstone Platter set in Warming Table Rare

By Allertons

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous and a hard to find example of an warming dish table in a blue willow pattern by Allertons

Category

Vintage 1920s English George III Side Tables

Materials

Ironstone, Walnut

Early 20thC Walnut with Blue Willow Ironstone Platter set in Warming Table Rare

$859 / set

Swedish Gustavian Blue Painted Bedside Cabinet Table with Drawer

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

As found in Sweden, this Swedish one door and one drawer blue bedside table has been constructed

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Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Side Tables

Materials

Paint

Swedish Gustavian Blue Painted Bedside Cabinet Table with Drawer

$1,550

Blue Mirror Drinks Table, Burke, by Bunny Williams Home

By Bunny Williams Home

Located in New York, NY

The slim, cosmic profile of the Burke Drinks Table is debonair for any number of interiors, with a

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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Blue Mirror Drinks Table, Burke, by Bunny Williams Home

$695

Distressed Painted Wooden Accent Table with Weathered Blue Patina

Located in High Point, NC

This distressed painted wooden accent table features a beautifully weathered blue finish that

Category

Late 20th Century Indian Rustic Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Distressed Painted Wooden Accent Table with Weathered Blue Patina

$875

Blue and White Lacquered Modern Drum Accent Table

Located in Dallas, TX

An eye-catching cylinder shaped side or drinks table. Table is freshly featuring a navy blue

Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Blue and White Lacquered Modern Drum Accent Table

$1,500

Bunny Williams Home 20"-Tiered Drinks Table - Blue

By Bunny Williams Home

Located in New York, NY

Bunny, always in search of the next perfect drinks table for her projects, began Bunny Williams

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Side Tables

Materials

Lacquer

Bunny Williams Home 20"-Tiered Drinks Table - Blue

$1,995 / item

Pair of Dark Blue Steel Robot Bedside Tables - Nightstands

By Jo Wilton and Mirka Grohn

Located in Leicester, GB

A pair of nightstand tables. The Robot side tables feature an open shelf on zig zag legs. A fun

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2010s British Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Pair of Dark Blue Steel Robot Bedside Tables - Nightstands

$1,637 / set

Blue Green Aldo Londi Bitossi for Raymor Pottery Table Top on Wrought Base

By Bitossi, Raymor, Aldo Londi

Located in Ferndale, MI

Beautifully blended colors of blues and green fired on Aldo Londi designed pottery table. Pattern

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wrought Iron

Blue Green Aldo Londi Bitossi for Raymor Pottery Table Top on Wrought Base

$1,600

Hera Coffee Table in Sky Blue Marble by Studio Mohs

By Zeynep Saz

Located in Istanbul , Istanbul

functions as a standalone side table or can be arranged in multiples to create a larger coffee table

Category

2010s Turkish Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Hera Coffee Table in Sky Blue Marble by Studio Mohs

$5,052

Handmade Blue Ceramic Stoneware Stool

Located in Braga, PT

functional side table. Its drum-like silhouette evokes timeless ceramic traditions while presenting a

Category

2010s Portuguese Side Tables

Materials

Stoneware

Handmade Blue Ceramic Stoneware Stool

$1,010 / item

French Victorian Bronze Dore and Blue Porcelain End Table

Located in Queens, NY

French Victorian bronze dore gueridon end table with blue porcelain and gilt trim and double

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Bronze

French Victorian Bronze Dore and Blue Porcelain End Table

$21,000

Glas Italia PLISSE Low table in Blue by Mario Bellini

By Glas Italia, Mario Bellini

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Extremely functional low table with a light aspect and soft and gentle shapes in 12 mm extralight

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Glass

Glas Italia PLISSE Low table in Blue by Mario Bellini

$4,849 / item

Comb Blue Frame Side Table by Gordon Guillaumier, Made in Italy

By Gordon Guillaumier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Stock in Los Angeles The Comb Blue side table is distinguished by a metal rod frame and a brass finish

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern End Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel, Brass

Comb Blue Frame Side Table by Gordon Guillaumier, Made in Italy

$1,422 / item

19th Century Table Ambulante with Blue Sèvres Porcelain Top

By Roger Vandercruse dit Lacroix

Located in London, GB

A table Ambulante With 'Sèvres' Porcelain top Inspired by the original in the Wallace

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Side Tables

Materials

Ormolu

19th Century Table Ambulante with Blue Sèvres Porcelain Top

$43,811

18th Century Hand-Painted Venetian Style Blue Gold Canaletto Coffee Table

By Porte Italia

Located in Ronchi dei Legionari, IT

From our Hand-Painted Furniture Collection, we are pleased to introduce you to our blue canaletto

Category

2010s Italian Other Side Tables

Materials

Wood

18th Century Hand-Painted Venetian Style Blue Gold Canaletto Coffee Table

$3,210 / item

21st Century Paritzki&Liani Low Table Rosé-rosé-blue Murano Glass

By Purho Murano, Paritzki Liani

Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT

Angels is a collection of tables in Murano glass designed by the Paritzki&Liani (Tel Aviv, Israel

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Murano Glass

21st Century Paritzki&Liani Low Table Rosé-rosé-blue Murano Glass

$7,014 / item

21st Century Paritzki&Liani Low Table Rosé-green-blue Murano Glass

By Purho Murano, Paritzki Liani

Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT

Angels is a collection of tables in Murano glass designed by the Paritzki&Liani (Tel Aviv, Israel

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Murano Glass

21st Century Paritzki&Liani Low Table Rosé-green-blue Murano Glass

$7,014 / item

Modern Echo II Side Table in Watermelon Red, Translucent Resin, by Ian Cochran

By Ian Cochran

Located in New York, NY

Echo II Side Table in Blue by Ian Alistair Cochran Solid Resin D 21" x H 18" Like its

Category

2010s American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Resin

Modern Echo II Side Table in Watermelon Red, Translucent Resin, by Ian Cochran

$9,500

American Modern Polished Nickel Blue Lucite "Moon" Table, Charles Hollis Jones

Located in Queens, NY

American Modern Polished Nickel and Blue Lucite "Moon" Table, Charles Hollis Jones

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Lucite

American Modern Polished Nickel Blue Lucite "Moon" Table, Charles Hollis Jones

$5,800 / item

21st Century Paritzki&Liani Mid Low Table Rosé-rosé-blue Murano Glass

By Paritzki Liani, Purho Murano

Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT

Angels is a collection of tables in Murano glass designed by the Paritzki&Liani (Tel Aviv, Israel

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Murano Glass

21st Century Paritzki&Liani Mid Low Table Rosé-rosé-blue Murano Glass

$7,014 / item

Knoll Custom Gold Finished Wire Base with Blue Cement Top Table

Located in Ferndale, MI

This is a Knoll wire table base custom finished in gold powdercoat . Cast cement top in blue is

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Cement, Steel, Wire

Knoll Custom Gold Finished Wire Base with Blue Cement Top Table

$2,800

French handcrafted dark blue wooden bedside tables, Design Eric Gizard, Paris

By Éric Gizard

Located in Landivy, FR

Pair of 2 square bedsides tables with a wooden drawer under the top. Measures: Top side: 40 cm

Category

2010s French Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Ash, Lacquer

French handcrafted dark blue wooden bedside tables, Design Eric Gizard, Paris

$2,365 / set

Glas Italia DON GERRIT Low table in Blue by Jean-Marie Massaud

By Glas Italia, Jean-Marie Massaud

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Low table with base obtained by gluing one to each other several slabs of tempered glass. It is

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Glass

Glas Italia DON GERRIT Low table in Blue by Jean-Marie Massaud

$2,266 / item

21st Century Paritzki&Liani Mid Low Table Rosé-Moss Green-Blue Murano Glass

By Paritzki Liani, Purho Murano

Located in Brembate di Sopra (BG), IT

Angels is a collection of tables in Murano glass designed by the Paritzki&Liani (Tel Aviv, Israel

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Murano Glass

21st Century Paritzki&Liani Mid Low Table Rosé-Moss Green-Blue Murano Glass

$7,014 / item

Eclipse Table – Colorful Modern Steel Cocktail Table

By Donut

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Keep your book close and your drink closer with the Eclipse Side Table —a one-cup side table with

Category

2010s American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Eclipse Table – Colorful Modern Steel Cocktail Table

$375

Translucent Pastel Hand Dyed Acrylic Tone Table by Sohyun Yun, Blue Tone

By YSH Studio

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The Tone Table is inspired by the traditional colors of Korea, especially "Hanbok," which is a

Category

2010s Korean Modern Side Tables

Materials

Acrylic

Translucent Pastel Hand Dyed Acrylic Tone Table by Sohyun Yun, Blue Tone

$1,950 / item

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Blue Side Table For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic blue side table available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, wood and steel, every blue side table was constructed with great care. Find 241 options for an antique or vintage blue side table now, or shop our selection of 259 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Your living room may not be complete without a blue side table — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right blue side table, those designed in Modern, Mid-Century Modern and Art Deco styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one blue side table that is appealing in its simplicity, but Sebastian Scherer, Andrianna Shamaris and ClassiCon produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Blue Side Table?

The average selling price for a blue side table at 1stDibs is $2,474, while they’re typically $236 on the low end and $124,500 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Side-tables for You

While the range of styles and variety of materials have broadened over time, the priceless functionality of side tables has held true.

Antique and vintage side tables are an integral accent to our seating and provide additional, necessary storage in our homes. They can be a great foundation for that perfect focal piece of art that you want all your guests to see as you congregate for cocktails in the living room. Side tables are indeed ideal as a stage for your decorative objects or plants in your library or your study, and they are a practical space for the novel or stack of design magazines you keep close to your sofa.

Sure, owning a pair of side tables isn’t as imperative as having a coffee table in the common area, though most of us would struggle without them. Those made of metal, stone or wood are frequently featured in stylish interiors, and if you’re shopping for side tables, there are a couple of things to keep in mind.

With respect to the height of your side tables, a table that is as high as your lounge chair or the arm of your couch is best.

Some folks are understandably fussy about coherence in a living room area, but coherence doesn’t necessarily mean you can’t mix and match. Feel free to introduce minimalist mid-century modern wooden side tables designed by Paul McCobb alongside your contemporary metal coffee table. If you think it isn’t possible to pair a Hollywood Regency–style side table with a contemporary sofa, we’re here to tell you that it is. Even a leggy side table can balance a chunky sofa well. Try to keep a limited color palette in mind if you’re planning on mixing furniture styles and materials, and don’t be afraid to add a piece of abstract art to shake things up.

As far as the objects you’re planning to place on your side tables, if you have heavy items such as stone or sculptures to display, a fragile glass-top table would not be an ideal choice. Think about what material would best support your collectibles and go with that. If it’s a particularly small side table, along with a tall, sleek floor lamp, it can make for a great way to fill a corner of the room you wouldn’t otherwise easily be able to populate.

Whether you are looking for an antique 19th-century carved oak side table or a vintage rattan side table (because rattan never went away!), the collection on 1stDibs has you covered — find Art Deco side tables, bamboo side tables, travertine side tables and more today.

Questions About Blue Side Table

What are side tables used for?
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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?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A side table should stand one to three inches below the arm of the sofa or chair it is placed next to.
What are side tables called?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
Side tables are often simply called side tables. If positioned on either end of a sofa or loveseat, you might refer to them as end tables. General terms for side tables and other tables commonly used in seating areas include occasional tables and accent tables. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of side tables.
Is there a difference between an end table and a side table?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
There are two differences between end tables and side tables: function and size. Typically, end tables go beside a chair or at opposite ends of a sofa and have smaller tabletops, while side tables go toward the sides of seating areas or against walls and feature a larger surface area. However, many people use the words side and end tables interchangeably, so these differences may not always apply. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of end and side tables.
What is the difference between a side table and a coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
The difference between a side table and a coffee table is mainly in the size and shape. Coffee tables usually feature larger tops but shorter legs. People typically place them in front of a sofa or a loveseat to rest books, drinks, remote controls and other items. Side tables also store items, but they are usually positioned beside an accent chair or at the ends of a sofa or loveseat. Shop a diverse assortment of side tables and coffee tables on 1stDibs.
How can you tell if a side table is antique?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
To determine whether a side table is an antique, closely examine its details. Older pieces will typically have telltale features like wood pegs, hand-cut dovetails with some slight imperfections and mortise-and-tenon construction. Tables that are a consistent color throughout or have machine-cut moldings or carvings are unlikely to be antiques. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can be a helpful resource when dating tables. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and modern side tables on 1stDibs.
What are tiny side tables called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
What tiny side tables are called varies. Some people may simply refer to them as side tables. Others describe them as end tables if they're placed on either end of a sofa or loveseat. When used elsewhere in a room, small side tables are often called accent tables. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary side tables.
What is a tall side table called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
A tall side table may also be called a console table. While these furnishings are not as common in today’s interiors as their coffee-table and side-table counterparts, console tables are stylish home accents and have become more prevalent over the years. The popularity of wood console tables took shape during the 17th and 18th centuries in French and Italian culture, and were exclusively featured in the palatial homes of the upper class. Find console tables today on 1stDibs.
Should a side table be lower than a sofa?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
No, a side table shouldn't always be lower than a sofa. To make it easy to access items on a table, a sofa's arms should generally be no more than 2 to 3 inches above or below the tabletop. This rule of thumb differs from the one for coffee tables, which should be as tall or 1 to 2 inches shorter than the seat height of the sofa to ensure a balanced look. Explore a large selection of side tables on 1stDibs.

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