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.

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 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.

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 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.

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.

Brazil Side Table

1960s Brazilian

Brazilian Modern Table Marble

Marble Brazil

Brazil Furniture 1970s

Category

2010s Mexican Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Agate, Metal

Side or Center Table, Brazilian Agate with Nickel Finish Metal Base

$4,850

Side or Cocktail Table, Brazilian Agate with Black Color Metal Base

By Pietra Gallery

Located in Polanco, CDMX

This agate slab forming a side table or cocktail table is from Brazil and has a combination of

Category

2010s Mexican Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Agate, Metal

Side or Cocktail Table, Brazilian Agate with Black Color Metal Base

$1,250

Calandra Side Table

By Lucas Simões

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This version of Simões’ geometric side table pairs a concrete base with a folded sheet of blackened

Category

2010s Brazilian Other Side Tables

Materials

Concrete, Stainless Steel

Calandra Side Table

$10,000

Mono Side Table

Located in Gamboa, RJ

The Mono Side Table takes part of the MONOMORFO collection. It has an amorphous top with 4 possible

Category

2010s Brazilian Side Tables

Materials

Terrazzo

Mono Side Table

$1,104 Sale Price / item

20% Off

Brazilian 19th C. Peroba Wood Square-Shaped Occasional Table

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Brazilian peroba wood table from the 19th century. This antique table from Brazil has a square

Category

Antique 19th Century Brazilian Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Brazilian 19th C. Peroba Wood Square-Shaped Occasional Table

$4,760

Side or Cocktail Table, Brazilian Agate with Gold Color Metal Base

By Pietra Gallery

Located in Polanco, CDMX

Agates are formed in rounded nodules, which are sliced open to bring out the internal pattern hidden in the stone. Their formation is commonly from depositions of layers of silica fi...

Category

2010s Mexican Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Agate, Metal

Side or Cocktail Table, Brazilian Agate with Gold Color Metal Base

$1,720

Brazilian Rosewood Side Table By Arne Jacobsen For Fritz Hansen St Catherine s

By Arne Jacobsen

Located in Uxbridge, GB

side or accent table in any space. This piece is finished in Brazilian rosewood, renowned for its rich

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Side Tables

Materials

Glass, Rosewood

Brazilian Rosewood Side Table By Arne Jacobsen For Fritz Hansen St Catherine s

$1,818

Side or Cocktail Table, Brazilian Agate with Gold Color Metal Base

By Pietra Gallery

Located in Polanco, CDMX

Agates are formed in rounded nodules, which are sliced open to bring out the internal pattern hidden in the stone. Their formation is commonly from depositions of layers of silica fi...

Category

2010s Mexican Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Agate, Metal

Side or Cocktail Table, Brazilian Agate with Gold Color Metal Base

$2,050

Side or Cocktail Table, Brazilian Agate with Gold Color Metal Base

By Pietra Gallery

Located in Polanco, CDMX

Agates are formed in rounded nodules, which are sliced open to bring out the internal pattern hidden in the stone. Their formation is commonly from depositions of layers of silica fi...

Category

2010s Mexican Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Agate, Metal

Side or Cocktail Table, Brazilian Agate with Gold Color Metal Base

$2,050

Side or Cocktail Table, Brazilian Agate with Gold Color Metal Base

By Pietra Gallery

Located in Polanco, CDMX

Agates are formed in rounded nodules, which are sliced open to bring out the internal pattern hidden in the stone. Their formation is commonly from depositions of layers of silica fi...

Category

2010s Mexican Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Agate, Metal

Side or Cocktail Table, Brazilian Agate with Gold Color Metal Base

$1,720

Contemporary Side table in Wood and Brass Side Table

By Atelier BAM

Located in Sao Paulo, SP

This side table, made of wood and brass, uses Brazilian contemporary style and is a delicate piece

Category

2010s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Side table in Wood and Brass Side Table

$1,960 / item

Side or Cocktail Table, Brazilian Agate with Black Color Metal Base

By Pietra Gallery

Located in Polanco, CDMX

Agates are formed in rounded nodules, which are sliced open to bring out the internal pattern hidden in the stone. Their formation is commonly from depositions of layers of silica fi...

Category

2010s Mexican Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Agate, Metal

Side or Cocktail Table, Brazilian Agate with Black Color Metal Base

$2,000

Side or Cocktail Table, Brazilian Agate with Black Color Metal Base

By Pietra Gallery

Located in Polanco, CDMX

Agates are formed in rounded nodules, which are sliced open to bring out the internal pattern hidden in the stone. Their formation is commonly from depositions of layers of silica fi...

Category

2010s Mexican Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Agate, Metal

Side or Cocktail Table, Brazilian Agate with Black Color Metal Base

$1,750

Side or Cocktail Table, Brazilian Agate with Stainless Steel Metal Base

By Pietra Gallery

Located in Polanco, CDMX

Agates are formed in rounded nodules, which are sliced open to bring out the internal pattern hidden in the stone. Their formation is commonly from depositions of layers of silica fi...

Category

2010s Mexican Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Agate, Metal

Side or Cocktail Table, Brazilian Agate with Stainless Steel Metal Base

$1,600

Side or Cocktail Table, Brazilian Agate with Gold Color Metal Base

By Pietra Gallery

Located in Polanco, CDMX

Agates are formed in rounded nodules, which are sliced open to bring out the internal pattern hidden in the stone. Their formation is commonly from depositions of layers of silica fi...

Category

2010s Mexican Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Agate, Metal

Side or Cocktail Table, Brazilian Agate with Gold Color Metal Base

$1,900

Side or Cocktail Table, Brazilian Agate with Stainless Steel Metal Base

By Pietra Gallery

Located in Polanco, CDMX

Agates are formed in rounded nodules, which are sliced open to bring out the internal pattern hidden in the stone. Their formation is commonly from depositions of layers of silica fi...

Category

2010s Mexican Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Agate, Metal

Side or Cocktail Table, Brazilian Agate with Stainless Steel Metal Base

$1,715

B. Block Side Table

By Lucas Simões

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This monolithic concrete table emphasizes sculptural geometry and presence. Vertical striped bases

Category

2010s Brazilian Other Side Tables

Materials

Concrete

B. Block Side Table

$8,500

CCC Side Table/Stool

By Lucas Simões

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This side table combines a dense black frame with three curved shelves in iridescent steel, forming

Category

2010s Brazilian Other Side Tables

Materials

Concrete, Steel

CCC Side Table/Stool

$12,000

CC Side Table/Stool

By Lucas Simões

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This side table in black concrete emphasizes architectural weight, while the void between curved

Category

2010s Brazilian Other Side Tables

Materials

Concrete, Steel

CC Side Table/Stool

$9,000

CC Side Table/Stool

By Lucas Simões

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This side table combines a cast spine with two curved galvanized steel panels, creating a bold

Category

2010s Brazilian Other Side Tables

Materials

Concrete, Steel

CC Side Table/Stool

$9,000

Oculta Side Table

By Tri Design

Located in Londrina, Paraná

Oculta means hidden in Portuguese. This side table plays with the idea of having a table underneath

Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Oculta Side Table

$937 / item

B. Block Side Table

By Lucas Simões

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This Brutalist Block features a gridded top where vertical ribs rise from a solid concrete mass. The rhythm lends visual lightness to its density, balancing tactility with structural...

Category

2010s Brazilian Other Side Tables

Materials

Concrete

B. Block Side Table

$8,500

CC Side Table/Stool

By Lucas Simões

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This iteration pairs black concrete with brushed stainless steel, heightening contrast and architectural rigor. The void between curved panels introduces a sculptural rhythm, while t...

Category

2010s Brazilian Other Side Tables

Materials

Concrete, Steel

CC Side Table/Stool

$9,000

Minimalist Crystal rose Round Stone Coffee Table, Brazilian stone Quartzite

By Atelier BAM

Located in Sao Paulo, SP

Natural round stone coffee tables or side tables, in resistante brazilian quartzite or granite

Category

2010s Brazilian Minimalist Side Tables

Materials

Stone, Marble

Minimalist Crystal rose Round Stone Coffee Table, Brazilian stone Quartzite

$2,200 / item

Celina Decorações Side Table

By Celina Decoracoes

Located in Washington, DC

Elegant and sophisticated vintage side table by Brazilian company Celina Decorações. Modern lines

Category

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

Materials

Marble

Celina Decorações Side Table

$4,400 Sale Price

20% Off

NU Low Side Table

Located in Gamboa, RJ

Column made from crushed recycled ceramic brick, with glass and Beige Bahia marble aggregates. Recycled cast aluminum top with a polished finish. - NU is a collection dedicated to ...

Category

2010s Brazilian Side Tables

Materials

Aluminum

NU Low Side Table

$995

Porto Set Side Table, by Rain, Contemporary Side Table, Laminated Oakwood

By RAIN

Located in Sao Paulo, SP

Set composed of two Porto side tables, a high and a low. Dimensions: High table L 45/ W 25/ H 45

Category

2010s Brazilian International Style Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Porto Set Side Table, by Rain, Contemporary Side Table, Laminated Oakwood

$2,240 Sale Price / set

20% Off

Side or Cocktail Table, Organic Shape Brazilian Agate with Gold Color Metal Base

By Pietra Gallery

Located in Polanco, CDMX

This agate slab forming a side table or cocktail table, is from Brazil and has a combination of

Category

2010s Mexican Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Agate, Metal

Side or Cocktail Table, Organic Shape Brazilian Agate with Gold Color Metal Base

$2,130

Porto Side Table, High, by Rain, Contemporary Side Table, Ebonized Oak

By RAIN

Located in Sao Paulo, SP

large supports. The tables have a single base that allows easy handling and the seat is supported by

Category

2010s Brazilian International Style Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Porto Side Table, High, by Rain, Contemporary Side Table, Ebonized Oak

$1,400 / item

Porto Side Table, Low, by Rain, Contemporary Side Table, Ebonized Oak

By RAIN

Located in Sao Paulo, SP

large supports. The tables have a single base that allows easy handling and the seat is supported by

Category

2010s Brazilian International Style Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Porto Side Table, Low, by Rain, Contemporary Side Table, Ebonized Oak

$1,400 / item

C Chunck Side Table/Stool

By Lucas Simões

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This side table combines black concrete with an arched steel base, echoing the compositional

Category

2010s Brazilian Other Side Tables

Materials

Concrete, Steel

C Chunck Side Table/Stool

$8,000

Moveis Flama side tables

By Moveis Fatima, Joaquim Tenreiro

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Paire de table d’appoints pzr Moveis Flama, Modèle se rapprochant des tables d’appoint de Joaquim

Category

Vintage 1950s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Moveis Flama side tables

$18,988 / set

Porto Side Table, by RAIN, Contemporary Side Table, Laminated Ebanizated Oak

By RAIN

Located in Sao Paulo, SP

Porto low tables are composed of a circular top that seems to rest on a sturdy oblong base

Category

2010s Brazilian International Style Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Porto Side Table, by RAIN, Contemporary Side Table, Laminated Ebanizated Oak

$2,200 / item

CCC (Round) Side Table/Stool

By Lucas Simões

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This cylindrical side table is built in stacked symmetry, balancing solidity with reflection

Category

2010s Brazilian Other Side Tables

Materials

Concrete, Stainless Steel

CCC (Round) Side Table/Stool

$12,000

NU Tall Side Table

Located in Gamboa, RJ

Column made from crushed recycled ceramic brick, with glass and Beige Bahia marble aggregates. Recycled cast aluminum top with a polished finish. - NU is a collection dedicated to ...

Category

2010s Brazilian Side Tables

Materials

Aluminum

NU Tall Side Table

$1,250 / item

CCC (Round) Side Table/Stool

By Lucas Simões

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This round table combines softly pigmented green concrete with iridescent steel panels that shift

Category

2010s Brazilian Other Side Tables

Materials

Concrete, Steel

CCC (Round) Side Table/Stool

$12,000

Minimalist Green Round Stone Coffee Table, Brazilian Marble Stone, in-outdoor

By Atelier BAM

Located in Sao Paulo, SP

Round stone coffee tables or side tables, in marble green alpi marble; blend of minimalism

Category

2010s Brazilian Minimalist Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Stone

Minimalist Green Round Stone Coffee Table, Brazilian Marble Stone, in-outdoor

$1,200

C Chunk Side Table/Stool

By Lucas Simões

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This compact stool pairs a rosé-tinted concrete block with a hollow arched base in oxidized steel. Its simple geometry carries architectural cues—the arch as support, the offset tens...

Category

2010s Brazilian Other Side Tables

Materials

Concrete, Steel

C Chunk Side Table/Stool

$8,000

Split Side Table, by Rain, Contemporary Side Table, Stainless Steel and Marble

By RAIN

Located in Sao Paulo, SP

Split tables are the result of a subtle intervention in simple geometric forms. A circle and a

Category

2010s Brazilian International Style Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Split Side Table, by Rain, Contemporary Side Table, Stainless Steel and Marble

$2,100 / item

Percival Lafer Side Table

By Percival Lafer

Located in Miami, FL

Beautiful wood, please see all pictures. Table has a smoke glass top.

Category

Vintage 1970s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Percival Lafer Side Table

$750

Porto Side Table, High, by Rain, Contemporary Side Table, Laminated Oak Wood

By RAIN

Located in Sao Paulo, SP

large supports. The tables have a single base that allows easy handling and the seat is supported by

Category

2010s Brazilian International Style Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Porto Side Table, High, by Rain, Contemporary Side Table, Laminated Oak Wood

$1,400 / item

Porto Side Table, Low, by Rain, Contemporary Side Table, Laminated Oak Wood

By RAIN

Located in Sao Paulo, SP

large supports. The tables have a single base that allows easy handling and the seat is supported by

Category

2010s Brazilian International Style Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Porto Side Table, Low, by Rain, Contemporary Side Table, Laminated Oak Wood

$1,400 / item

Contemporary "China" Side Table, Handmade

Located in Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo

This Contemporary side table, named the "China" is a handmade assemblage piece made with industrial

Category

2010s Brazilian Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Contemporary "China" Side Table, Handmade

$2,035 / item

Zigue-Vague Rectangular Side Table (Double)

By Lucas Simões

Located in West Hollywood, CA

silhouette emphasizes modularity and verticality, creating a design that functions as side table, pedestal

Category

2010s Brazilian Other Side Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Zigue-Vague Rectangular Side Table (Double)

$10,000

Zigue-Vague Rectangular Side Table (Low)

By Lucas Simões

Located in West Hollywood, CA

, balancing mechanical precision with visual delicacy. Suitable as a side or coffee table, it carries strong

Category

2010s Brazilian Other Side Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Zigue-Vague Rectangular Side Table (Low)

$7,000

Side table by Martin Eisler

By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler

Located in London, England

Side table designed by Martin Eisler for FORMA S/A in Ivory Wood and glass top.

Category

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

Materials

Hardwood

Side table by Martin Eisler

Price Upon Request

Filla Side Table by Doimo Brasil

Located in Geneve, CH

Filla Side Table by Doimo Brasil Dimensions: W 40 x D 35 x H 55 cm Materials: Base: Aged steel

Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Filla Side Table by Doimo Brasil

$925 / item

Ora Side Table by Doimo Brasil

Located in Geneve, CH

Ora Side Table by Doimo Brasil Dimensions: D 60 x H 45 cm Materials: Base: Veneer , Top

Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Leather

Ora Side Table by Doimo Brasil

$735 / item

Eclipse Side Table by Doimo Brasil

Located in Geneve, CH

Eclipse Side Table by Doimo Brasil Dimensions: W 70 x D 70 x H 55 cm Materials: Veneer. Also

Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Eclipse Side Table by Doimo Brasil

$1,091 / item

Tao Side Table by Doimo Brasil

Located in Geneve, CH

Tao Side Table by Doimo Brasil Dimensions: D 60 x H 40 cm Materials: Base: Veneer , Top: Clear

Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Glass

Tao Side Table by Doimo Brasil

$961 / item

Zigue-Vague Triangular Side Table (Low)

By Lucas Simões

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This compact triangular table features a ribbed cast-glass top on a polished stainless steel frame

Category

2010s Brazilian Other Side Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Zigue-Vague Triangular Side Table (Low)

$7,000

Pégasus Side Table by Doimo Brasil

Located in Geneve, CH

Pégasus Side Table by Doimo Brasil Dimensions: D 60 x H 55 cm Materials: Base: Veneer, Top: Clear

Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Pégasus Side Table by Doimo Brasil

$807 / item

Web Side Table by Doimo Brasil

Located in Geneve, CH

Web Side Table by Doimo Brasil Dimensions: W 90 x D 67 x H 50 cm Materials: Base: Veneer, Top

Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Web Side Table by Doimo Brasil

$818 / item

Jorge Zalszupin pair of Capri Side Tables

By Jorge Zalszupin

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Jorge Zalszupin / Pair of Capri Side Tables With Original Label / Iron, Travertine / Brazil, 1959

Category

Vintage 1950s Brazilian Side Tables

Materials

Travertine, Iron

Jorge Zalszupin pair of Capri Side Tables

$10,384 / set

Pro Side Table by Doimo Brasil

Located in Geneve, CH

Pro Side Table by Doimo Brasil Dimensions: D 50 x H 55 cm Materials: Base: Veneer, Top Inferior

Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood

Pro Side Table by Doimo Brasil

$1,198 / item

Matty Side Table by Doimo Brasil

Located in Geneve, CH

Matty Side Table by Doimo Brasil Dimensions: D 60 x H 50 cm Materials: Base: veneer, Top

Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Stone

Matty Side Table by Doimo Brasil

$1,590 / item

Pro Side Table by Doimo Brasil

Located in Geneve, CH

Pro Side Table by Doimo Brasil Dimensions: D 50 x H 55 cm Materials: Base: Aged steel, Top

Category

2010s Brazilian Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Pro Side Table by Doimo Brasil

$901 / item

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Brazil Side Table For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the Brazil side table you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and stone, every Brazil side table was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a Brazil side table, we have 270 options in-stock, while there are 164 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer Brazil side table, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A Brazil side table made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made Brazil side table over the years, but those crafted by Percival Lafer, Pietra Gallery and Sergio Rodrigues are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Brazil Side Table?

Prices for a Brazil side table start at $245 and top out at $95,000 with the average selling for $2,951.

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 Brazil Side Table

What are side tables called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
Side tables are often simply called side tables. If positioned on either end of a sofa or loveseat, you might refer to them as end tables. General terms for side tables and other tables commonly used in seating areas include occasional tables and accent tables. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of side tables.
What are side tables used for?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Side tables are used next to furniture like beds and couches to provide an accessible place for keeping essential items at hand. In the living room, side tables are often used to display flower arrangements, photos or books as well as to set down a drink. In the bedroom, a side table is typically populated with items like a lamp, bedtime reading material, and a charging device for a phone. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary side tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What are nesting side tables?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A nesting table is a set of tables designed to be stored one inside or under the other, giving them a layered or stacked appearance. A side table is a table that’s placed beside a piece of furniture. A nesting side table would be a series of side tables in graduated heights that can be stacked or nested together. Shop a collection of nesting tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What size should a side table be?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A side table should stand one to three inches below the arm of the sofa or chair it is placed next to.
What is the difference between a side table and a coffee table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
The difference between a side table and a coffee table is mainly in the size and shape. Coffee tables usually feature larger tops but shorter legs. People typically place them in front of a sofa or a loveseat to rest books, drinks, remote controls and other items. Side tables also store items, but they are usually positioned beside an accent chair or at the ends of a sofa or loveseat. Shop a diverse assortment of side tables and coffee tables on 1stDibs.
Is there a difference between an end table and a side table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
There are two differences between end tables and side tables: function and size. Typically, end tables go beside a chair or at opposite ends of a sofa and have smaller tabletops, while side tables go toward the sides of seating areas or against walls and feature a larger surface area. However, many people use the words side and end tables interchangeably, so these differences may not always apply. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of end and side tables.
What are tiny side tables called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
What tiny side tables are called varies. Some people may simply refer to them as side tables. Others describe them as end tables if they're placed on either end of a sofa or loveseat. When used elsewhere in a room, small side tables are often called accent tables. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary side tables.
What is a tall side table called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
A tall side table may also be called a console table. While these furnishings are not as common in today’s interiors as their coffee-table and side-table counterparts, console tables are stylish home accents and have become more prevalent over the years. The popularity of wood console tables took shape during the 17th and 18th centuries in French and Italian culture, and were exclusively featured in the palatial homes of the upper class. Find console tables today on 1stDibs.
Should a side table be lower than a sofa?
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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.
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.

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