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Nerone Ceccarelli for Gruppo NP2 — Sculptural Dining Table or Desk, Italy, 1982
By Nerone Giovanni Ceccarelli
Located in Almelo, NL
configurations: – As side tables, displayed individually as autonomous sculptural objects. – As a round dining
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Brutalist Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood

Brueton "DT DRUM" Double Pedestal Dining Table, Ebonized Wood Top
By Brueton
Located in Miami, FL
their own as side tables and display pedestals - or - when paired with tops of stone, wood, or glass
Category

Late 20th Century American Minimalist Dining Room Tables

Materials

Steel

Lumo Stainless Steel Pillow Table Lamp with LED and Feather-Inspired Wire Sculpt
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
bedside tables, consoles, side tables, and display surfaces. Ideal Use Areas Bedroom night lamp Ambient
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Stainless Steel, Wire

Acid Etched Table Lamp with Oil Rubbed Bronze Base signed Handel
Located in New York, NY
on a side table, desk, or nightstand, where its warm light and intricate design can truly be
Category

Vintage 1910s American Arts and Crafts Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Frankart L210 Nude Bronze Craqueleur White Glass Shade Table Lamp
By Frankart
Located in New York, NY
desk, side table, or displayed as a standalone sculpture, this lamp adds timeless beauty and
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Bronze

English Bronze Pineapple Wired Table Lamp with Round Lucite Base
Located in Atlanta, GA
displayed atop a commode, side table or pedestal. The base is 4.5"of diameter.
Category

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Midcentury Turquoise Table Lamp Mounted on Lucite Base, US Wired
Located in Atlanta, GA
turquoise lamp will be a great addition to any bedroom or living room, perhaps displayed atop a side table
Category

Mid-20th Century Asian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Lucite

Vintage Art Deco Style Lost Wax Cast Bronze Table Lamp Depicting a Young Dancer
Located in Yonkers, NY
style lost wax cast bronze table lamp will make for a lovely addition to any room, perhaps displayed
Category

Mid-20th Century Art Deco Table Lamps

Materials

Marble, Bronze

20th Century French Set of Three Nesting Tables
Located in Atlanta, GA
for easy storage and flexible use, whether as side tables, display surfaces, or a cohesive centerpiece
Category

20th Century French Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Metal

20th Century French Set of Three Nesting Tables
20th Century French Set of Three Nesting Tables
$1,995
H 23.25 in W 23.25 in D 23.25 in
Vintage Bronze Han Style Table Lamp Wired for the Us on Wooden Base
Located in Yonkers, NY
will bring an exotic presence to any home, perhaps displayed atop a commode, side table or buffet. We
Category

Mid-20th Century Thai Han Table Lamps

Materials

Bronze

Ralph Lauren Chrome Lucite Modern Wood Bar Tea Table
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Lambertville, NJ
also be displayed as an interesting side end table or cocktail table.
Category

2010s Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Round Luxury Coffee Table – Modern Glass Top with Crystal-Acrylic
By DAINTE INC
Located in Monroe, NY
coffee table for living room, accent table, side table, or display table, fitting seamlessly into modern
Category

2010s American Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Crystal, Brass

Oval Walnut Glass Coffee Table Thomas Throop Black Creek Designs Made to Order
By Black Creek Designs LLC
Located in New Canaan, CT
additional display and storage. Matching side tables can be custom crafted to any height, maintaining the
Category

2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Oval Walnut and Glass Coffee Table Thomas Throop Black Creek Designs In Stock
By Black Creek Designs LLC
Located in New Canaan, CT
additional display and storage. Matching side tables can be custom crafted to any height, maintaining the
Category

2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Mid-Century Italian Afrormosia Coffee Table - 1950s Iron and Colored Resin
Located in Manzano, IT
craftsmanship, this table offers timeless appeal. Perfect for Any Space: Whether used as a coffee table, display
Category

Vintage 1950s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century Italian Afrormosia Coffee Table - 1950s Iron and Colored Resin
Mid-Century Italian Afrormosia Coffee Table - 1950s Iron and Colored Resin
$665 Sale Price
60% Off
H 12.21 in W 39.38 in D 13.39 in
Italian Modern Stand or Coffee Tables in Black Lacquered Wood, 1990s
Located in MIlano, IT
wheels. They can also be used as bedside tables, display stand, pedestal or side tables. 1990s Vintage
Category

1990s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Cassina, Mid-Century Modern Italian Design Square Light Wood Coffee Table
By Cassina, Afra Tobia Scarpa
Located in Firenze, IT
in 1960s. Table top is a double-sided, could be easily removed from the base that is made of solid
Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Pair of Baroque Revival Distressed Plaster Pedestals
Located in North Palm Beach, FL
antiquity in a more versatile, lightweight form. Perfect as side tables, display bases, or statement accents
Category

1990s Pedestals

Materials

Plaster

Pair of Baroque Revival Distressed Plaster Pedestals
Pair of Baroque Revival Distressed Plaster Pedestals
$2,850 / set
H 29 in W 20 in D 20 in
Chinese Rosewood Hongmu Faux Bamboo Tiered Etagere Stand
Located in Pasadena, TX
. Ideal proportions for use as display stands, side table, accent table, open cabinet, plant or succulent
Category

20th Century Chinese Chinese Export End Tables

Materials

Faux Bamboo

Chinese Rosewood Hongmu Faux Bamboo Tiered Etagere Stand
Chinese Rosewood Hongmu Faux Bamboo Tiered Etagere Stand
$1,224 Sale Price
20% Off
H 30 in W 20 in D 9 in
18th Century French Lamp
Located in Atlanta, GA
displayed on a side table, console, or writing desk.
Category

Antique 18th Century French Table Lamps

Materials

Wood

18th Century French Lamp
18th Century French Lamp
$2,450
H 37 in Dm 15.7 in
Vintage Boho Hand Carved Owl on Lucite Lamp - 1550
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
x 32" tall, this unique lamp is perfect for display on side tables, desks, or nightstands. It brings
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

1950s West German Mid Century Plant Stands in Formica and Brass
Located in San Benedetto Del Tronto, IT
yet stable, ideal as display bases, side tables, or flower stands. They remain in very good vintage
Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Brass

Chinese Plant Stand or Sculpture Display Stand
Located in Sheffield, MA
Simple elegant classic lines, this tall Chinese plant stand. display stand or side table features a
Category

20th Century Magazine Racks and Stands

Materials

Wood

Chinese Plant Stand or Sculpture Display Stand
Chinese Plant Stand or Sculpture Display Stand
$1,200
H 29.5 in W 15.5 in D 15.5 in
Tribute solid oak and walnut side table or stool
By Brett Paulin
Located in Toronto, Ontario
stool for extra seating or as a side table to display your favorite decor pieces. Enhance your home's
Category

2010s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Tribute solid oak and walnut side table or stool
Tribute solid oak and walnut side table or stool
$1,300 / item
H 15 in W 18 in D 12 in
Rustic Wabi-Sabi Brown Versatile Piece, Console Table, Side Table, Bench, 1920s
Located in Antwerp, BE
table, side table, bench, or to display objects. Inspired by the great principles of wabi-sabi, this
Category

Vintage 1920s French Rustic Benches

Materials

Wood

Vintage French Brass Drinks Trolley
Located in London, GB
have the matching display cabinet, pair of side tables and mirror that came with this, seen listed
Category

Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Brass

Vintage French Brass Drinks Trolley
Vintage French Brass Drinks Trolley
$918
H 29.14 in W 28.75 in D 17.72 in
French Art Deco Black Lacquer Lyre-Shaped Bar Cart with Glass Shelves, 1930s
Located in Ulm, DE
arrangements, floral displays, or as a refined side table. Origin: France Period: Circa 1930 Style: French Art
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Brass, Chrome

French Art Deco Black Lacquer Lyre-Shaped Bar Cart with Glass Shelves, 1930s
French Art Deco Black Lacquer Lyre-Shaped Bar Cart with Glass Shelves, 1930s
$4,184 Sale Price
20% Off
H 28.35 in W 33.47 in D 17.33 in
Mid-Century French Desk in Walnut
Located in Houston, TX
. It has a chrome trimming at the edges and beautiful wood grain is displaying on the sides of the
Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome

Mid-Century French Desk in Walnut
Mid-Century French Desk in Walnut
$12,500
H 31 in W 67 in D 30 in
Chromed Art Deco Bar Cart on Wheels and Removable Mirrored Tray, France 1930 s
Located in Ulm, DE
just for cocktails - it doubles beautifully as a side table, a display stand for books and magazines
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Chrome, Brass

Chromed Art Deco Bar Cart on Wheels and Removable Mirrored Tray, France 1930
s
Chromed Art Deco Bar Cart on Wheels and Removable Mirrored Tray, France 1930
s
$3,706 Sale Price
20% Off
H 26.19 in W 25.99 in D 16.15 in
French Mid-Century Oak Artist Stand or Selette Up to 3 Available
Located in London, GB
French mid-century selettes. Ideal as sculpture stands or artist displays. Or as tall side
Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Oak

Japanese Antique Oak Side Table, 1950s–1960s - Japandi Wabi-Sabi
Located in Chiba, Chiba
proportions allow it to blend naturally into a variety of interiors, functioning well as a side table, display
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Furniture

Materials

Wood

Set of Four Galvanized Steel Display Cubes — Amsterdam Diesel Flagship Store
By Diesel
Located in Dronten, NL
identity—makes them ideal for use as display risers, sculptural décor, side tables, or retail installations
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Decorative Boxes

Materials

Steel

Murano Alfredo Barbini Signed Iridescent Fish Italian Art Glass Display Bowl
By Alfredo Barbini
Located in Kissimmee, FL
photos). Would make a great display piece on any side table or credenza. Use it as a catchall, or just
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso

Nightstand Table Sculpted by Jacques Jarrige
By Jacques Jarrige
Located in New York, NY
assertive. Its adaptable scale makes it suitable as a nightstand, side table, or display shelf, integrating
Category

2010s French Night Stands

Materials

Scrap Wood

Nightstand Table Sculpted by Jacques Jarrige
Nightstand Table Sculpted by Jacques Jarrige
$5,000
H 3.5 in W 13.5 in D 7.5 in
Antique c.1920 Pair of Marble Mahogany Bedside Tables – Quality Nightstands
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
, ideal for use as bedside tables, side tables, or display pieces in period-inspired or contemporary
Category

Vintage 1920s British Night Stands

Materials

Marble

Antique c.1920 Pair of Marble 
Mahogany Bedside Tables – Quality Nightstands
Antique c.1920 Pair of Marble 
Mahogany Bedside Tables – Quality Nightstands
$1,898 Sale Price / set
30% Off
H 33.08 in W 16.93 in D 16.93 in
Italian Florentine Gold Gilt Wood Table Easel Mid-Century Modern
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Italy. This gilt piece would make a wonderful display on a side table for your favorite artwork
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Easels

Materials

Wood, Paint

Pair of Early 20th Century Chinese Hardwood Table Bases, Possibly Hongmu or Hua
Located in West Palm Beach, US
support marble or stone tops, these versatile pieces now serve beautifully as side tables, display stands
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

John Wisner for Ficks Reed Far Horizons Rattan Lounge Chairs With End Tables
By Ficks Reed, John Wisner
Located in Chattanooga, TN
function along with the form. Display independently as two side tables or push them together to create a
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Bamboo, Rattan, Formica

John Wisner for Ficks Reed Far Horizons Rattan Lounge Chairs With End Tables
John Wisner for Ficks Reed Far Horizons Rattan Lounge Chairs With End Tables
$4,796 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 32.75 in W 27.25 in D 32.25 in
Victorian Butlers Trolley Whatnot Bookshelf 1890
Located in Potters Bar, GB
stands on its original brass castors, making it easy to move — ideal for use as a side table, display
Category

Antique 1890s Victorian Shelves

Materials

Walnut

Victorian Butlers Trolley Whatnot Bookshelf 1890
Victorian Butlers Trolley Whatnot Bookshelf 1890
$1,291
H 12 in W 10.6 in D 6.3 in
Murano AVeM Purple Red Green Swimming Double Fish Italian Art Glass Aquarium
By Arte Vetraria Muranese (AVEM)
Located in Kissimmee, FL
sandwiched together. Would make a great display piece on any desk, side table or credenza. You will be able
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso

Wooden Stump With Metal Base
Located in Miami, FL
versatile—serving as a seat, side table, or display stand—while its rugged construction reflects the honesty
Category

20th Century Industrial Stools

Materials

Metal

Wooden Stump With Metal Base
Wooden Stump With Metal Base
$680
H 18 in W 11.5 in D 11.5 in
1900s French Butler Tray Stand
Located in High Point, NC
allows it to serve as a display base, small side table, or decorative accent, bringing a touch of
Category

Early 20th Century French Luggage Racks

Materials

Wood

1900s French Butler Tray Stand
1900s French Butler Tray Stand
$595
H 28.1 in W 25.4 in D 17.7 in
Maitland Smith Tessellated Horn and Stone Trinket Box For Jewelry and Treasures
By Maitland Smith
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
side table as display.
Category

Mid-20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Stone, Marble, Brass

Mid-century Pineapple Lucite Ball Cluster Object
Located in Charleston, SC
for display on a side table, bookshelf, or bar cart, this piece adds a pop of color and mod style to
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Plastic, Acrylic, Lucite, Wood

Murano Opalescent White Blue Bubbles Italian Art Glass Dove Bird Figurines
By Fratelli Toso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
. Would make great display pieces on any desk, side table or curio cabinet. You will be able to showcase
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Murano Glass, Sommerso, Opaline Glass

Bookmatched Pair of Citrine Geode Cathedrals
Located in Ametista Do Sul, BR
” on a grander scale. Individually, each geode can be displayed on a side table, coffee table, or in a
Category

2010s Brazilian Natural Specimens

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal

Bookmatched Pair of Citrine Geode Cathedrals
Bookmatched Pair of Citrine Geode Cathedrals
$2,346
H 9.1 in W 15.7 in D 5.1 in
Set of 4 French 19th Century White Opaline Candy Dishes Leaf Shaped
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
hold jewelry or trinkets on a vanity or just displayed on a coffee or side table.
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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

Materials

Opaline Glass

Murano Seguso 1950s Coral Red Gold Flecks Italian Art Glass Flower Basket Vase
By Archimede Seguso
Located in Kissimmee, FL
, credenza or side table. Display it as a sculptural piece, or filled with flowers. You will be able to
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Gold Leaf

Konya Turkish Mini Rug • Handmade Wool Carpet • 3x3 Square Scatter / Accent Rug
Located in Burlingame, CA
in size, it makes a striking statement — equally at home as an entry accent, under a side table, or
Category

Early 2000s Turkish Tribal Turkish Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Boho Collage Vase
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
sized for display on a mantel, side table, or as part of a curated shelf arrangement. It is in great
Category

Late 20th Century American Rustic Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Natural Fiber, Paper

Vintage Boho Collage Vase
Vintage Boho Collage Vase
$295
H 14 in W 8 in D 8 in
Pair of Pine Stools, Brutalist Style, Sweden, 1970s
By Axel Einar Hjorth, Goran Malmvall
Located in Karis, Nyland
craftsmanship created a sense of honesty and presence. These stools can serve as extra seating, side tables, or
Category

Vintage 1970s Swedish Brutalist Stools

Materials

Pine

Pair of Pine Stools, Brutalist Style, Sweden, 1970s
Pair of Pine Stools, Brutalist Style, Sweden, 1970s
$2,615 / set
H 16.93 in Dm 13.78 in
Finnish Rustic Folk Art Stool in Solid Pine, 19th Century
Located in Karis, Nyland
patterns, and a rich patina that speaks to its age and authenticity. Whether used as a side table, display
Category

Early 20th Century Finnish Folk Art Stools

Materials

Pine

Finnish Rustic Folk Art Stool in Solid Pine, 19th Century
Finnish Rustic Folk Art Stool in Solid Pine, 19th Century
$1,069
H 15.75 in W 22.84 in D 14.97 in
Modern Minimalist Ceramic Vase with Subtle Textured Finish
By Maria Loram
Located in Pasadena, CA
and sculptural, compact shape make it a versatile accent for shelves, side tables, or display niches
Category

2010s American Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

1990s Decorative Composition of Seashells in a Mercury Glass Cup
Located in Marbella, ES
Victorian-era coastal ornaments. Ideal as an accent piece on side tables, display cases, or vanities, this
Category

Late 20th Century Spanish Mounted Objects

Materials

Shell, Glass

Rare Anglo-Indian Painted Pagoda with Original Miniature-Decorated Stand
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
multiple graduated octagonal tiers, each section can be used independently as a side or display table or
Category

20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Shelves

Materials

Metal

1990s Marine Centerpiece with Natural Shells on a Baroque Style Base
Located in Marbella, ES
cabinets, side tables, or sideboards, this piece fuses the charm of the natural world with the
Category

Late 20th Century Spanish Mounted Objects

Materials

Shell, Wood

Marble and Brass Curiosity Mounted Sculpture with Dice Die
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
piece displayed on a coffee or side table amongst antique books. Would also make a great statement piece
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Modern Mounted Objects

Materials

Marble, Brass

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Display Side Table For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the display side table you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and glass, every display side table was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a display side table, we have 70 options in-stock, while there are 5 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the display side table you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 19th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each display side table bearing Mid-Century Modern, Victorian or Modern hallmarks is very popular. sicis, Veuve Cliquot Ponsardin and Bevan Funnell Ltd. each produced at least one beautiful display side table that is worth considering.

How Much is a Display Side Table?

A display side table can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,963, while the lowest priced sells for $100 and the highest can go for as much as $18,800.
Questions About Display Side Table
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.