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 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.

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.

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.

What are large dining tables called?

Large dining tables are usually called banquet tables due to their ability to seat a crowd. Normally, banquet tables measure over 10 feet in length. Some standard dining tables convert to banquet tables with removable leaves. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique and vintage dining tables.

What do I put on top of a large coffee table?

What you put on top of a large coffee table really comes down to a matter of preference. Candles, books and decorative bowls are common design choices. You can shop a variety of coffee table goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Large Side Tables

Tree Stump Table

Back To The Future Furniture

Category

20th Century French Louis XVI Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Late 19th Century French Gilt Bronze and Marble Gueridon

$6,681

Square Top Chinese Elmwood Side Table with Geometric Apron

Located in Yonkers, NY

surface, bordered by a clean edge that emphasizes its square profile. At a slightly larger scale than most

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Side Tables

Materials

Elm

Square Top Chinese Elmwood Side Table with Geometric Apron

$3,500 / item

Rustic Style Solid Wood Cube Side Salvaged Pine by Alabama Sawyer 12"x12"x12"

By Alabama Sawyer

Located in Birmingham, AL

all wood, but especially a large solid volume, expansion and contraction due to temperature

Category

2010s American Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Pine

Rustic Style Solid Wood Cube Side Salvaged Pine by Alabama Sawyer 12"x12"x12"

$560

Asian Style Black Solid Wood Cube Side Table Shou Sugi Ban 12"X12"X12"

By Alabama Sawyer

Located in Birmingham, AL

large solid volume, expansion and contraction due to temperature variability may occur.

Category

2010s American Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Pine

Asian Style Black Solid Wood Cube Side Table Shou Sugi Ban 12"X12"X12"

$445

Tuscan 17th century Walnut, Mahogany and Fruitwood side tables, from Lucca

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

wonderful and large scale turned shape below the protruding corners of the straight apron. The top displays

Category

Antique 17th Century Italian Side Tables

Materials

Fruitwood, Mahogany, Walnut

Tuscan 17th century Walnut, Mahogany and Fruitwood side tables, from Lucca

$37,500 / item

Pair of Mahogany tea tables

Located in Cheshire, GB

opening to reveal a large dining surface, above carved scrolling freeze supported on circular stem to the

Category

Antique Early 19th Century British Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Pair of Mahogany tea tables

$7,851 / set

20th Century Round Smoking Table by Jacques Adnet in Brown Leather Gold Metal

By Jacques Adnet

Located in London, GB

design. At the top of the table, the large, circular tray stands out with its simple yet elegant form

Category

20th Century French Side Tables

Materials

Metal, Copper

20th Century Round Smoking Table by Jacques Adnet in Brown Leather Gold Metal

$2,479

19th Century Italian Iron Safe / Cassaforte / Side Table / Nightstand

Located in Viterbo, VT

polished iron decorated with large rivets. As shown in the video, the rivets move to spring open the

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Italian Empire Side Tables

Materials

Wrought Iron

19th Century Italian Iron Safe / Cassaforte / Side Table / Nightstand

$3,816

Pair of Vintage Italian Brass and Marble Side Tables

Located in London, GB

are a large, very impressive size. The marble tops on these are absolutely stunning, the most

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

Pair of Vintage Italian Brass and Marble Side Tables

$2,961 / set

Early 20th C. French Black Forest Antler Octagonal Side Table with Leather Top

Located in Dallas, TX

warm, cognac-toned leather, finished with a border of hand-cut leather fringe and accented by large

Category

Early 20th Century French Black Forest Side Tables

Materials

Antler, Leather

Early 20th C. French Black Forest Antler Octagonal Side Table with Leather Top

$2,200

Mid century Scandinavian shaped birch bedside table

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

furniture circa 1960. Curved shape sides, with open space below which a burr birch drawer and larger open

Category

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

Materials

Birch

Mid century Scandinavian shaped birch bedside table

$757

Peter Ghyczy brass glass t18 side table brutalist classic , 1970s

By Peter Ghyczy, Ghyczy

Located in Zevenaar, NL

1969, he became a German citizen. After graduating, Ghyczy worked on a large number of designs

Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Brutalist Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Peter Ghyczy brass glass t18 side table brutalist classic , 1970s

$1,991

19th Century Louis Philippe Rafraichissoir Side Table

Located in Winter Park, FL

. Dimensions: 16.5" x 16.5" x 28.5"H Please refer to photos for more details. We have a large selection of

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

19th Century Louis Philippe Rafraichissoir Side Table

$1,250

Set of Two Danish Modern Teak Wood Slate tile Side Tables

Located in East Freetown, MA

perfect size for smaller rooms or large dens.

Category

Late 20th Century Danish Modern Side Tables

Materials

Stone

Set of Two Danish Modern Teak Wood Slate tile Side Tables

$639 Sale Price / set

20% Off

Nautical Brass Chain Side Table w/ Smoked Glass Top by Deborah Lockhart Phillips

Located in Nantucket, MA

Such a cool nautical side table constructed in a cantilevered design using large, old brass chain

Category

Mid-20th Century Industrial Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Nautical Brass Chain Side Table w/ Smoked Glass Top by Deborah Lockhart Phillips

$2,400

Antique French Side Table from the Early 1900s with a Marble Top

Located in Harderwijk, NL

. This large, unique antique French side table from the early 1900s is a true eye-catcher in almost any

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Classical Roman Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Antique French Side Table from the Early 1900s with a Marble Top

$1,252

1950s Walnut Nesting or Serving Tables by Bertha Schaefer for Singer Sons

By M. Singer Sons, Bertha Schaefer

Located in Philadelphia, PA

tables that nestle underneath a larger rectangular table when not in use. The ingenious design was

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel

1950s Walnut Nesting or Serving Tables by Bertha Schaefer for Singer Sons

$3,500 / set

Modern Asian Style Black Lacquer Gold Leaf Accents Side Table

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

condition, consistent with age and use. Please view all large photos for details.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Side Tables

Materials

Gold Leaf

Modern Asian Style Black Lacquer Gold Leaf Accents Side Table

$2,875 / set

Atlas Side Table: Satin Nickel with Black Marble Top by Avram Rusu Studio

By Andreea Avram Rusu

Located in Brooklyn, NY

" high) or a larger end table (20" diameter x 22" high). Select from Venato or Nero marble for table top

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass, Bronze, Nickel, Pewter

Atlas Side Table: Satin Nickel with Black Marble Top by Avram Rusu Studio

$5,800 / item

Atlas Side Table: Oil-Rubbed Bronze and Black Marble Top by Avram Rusu Studio

By Andreea Avram Rusu

Located in Brooklyn, NY

" high) or a larger end table (20" diameter x 22" high). Select from Venato or Nero marble for table top

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass, Bronze, Nickel, Pewter

Atlas Side Table: Oil-Rubbed Bronze and Black Marble Top by Avram Rusu Studio

$5,800 / item

English Oak Nest of Three Tables, Circa 1900

Located in High Point, NC

company! Large table - 24 w x 14.63 d x 20 h 2 Side Tables - 11.5 w x 11.25 d x 17.75 each

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Side Tables

Materials

Oak

English Oak Nest of Three Tables, Circa 1900

$1,295 / set

Atlas Side Table: Satin Brass and White Marble Top by Avram Rusu Studio

By Andreea Avram Rusu

Located in Brooklyn, NY

" high) or a larger end table (20" diameter x 22" high). Select from Venato or Nero marble for table top

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass, Bronze, Nickel, Pewter

Atlas Side Table: Satin Brass and White Marble Top by Avram Rusu Studio

$5,800 / item

Adrian Pearsall Brutalist Drum Table

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Greensboro, NC

Large side table in brutalist bronzed resin relief by Adrian Pearsall. Could be used as a small

Category

Vintage 1960s American Brutalist Side Tables

Materials

Resin

Adrian Pearsall Brutalist Drum Table

$1,540

Pair of Rustic Oak Side Tables, France 1950s

Located in Utrecht, NL

and use. Dimensions: Larger Table 15.74 in W x 13.18 in D x 18.30 in H 40 cm W x 33.5 cm D x 46.5 cm

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Pair of Rustic Oak Side Tables, France 1950s

$1,995 / set

Rooted Spalted Maple Cubes and Walnut Side Table

By Brett Paulin

Located in Toronto, Ontario

The Rooted side table is a smaller variation based on our larger coffee table design. As in the

Category

2010s Canadian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Maple, Walnut

Rooted Spalted Maple Cubes and Walnut Side Table

$3,600 / item

19th Century Italian Iron Safe / Side Table / Nightstand

Located in Viterbo, VT

polished iron decorated with large rivets. As shown in the video, one of the rivets moves to spring open

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Italian Empire Side Tables

Materials

Iron

19th Century Italian Iron Safe / Side Table / Nightstand

$3,816

St Paul Plaster Side Table by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier, Mini Modèle

By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

with the larger tables as well. Photos of the set of three shown in listing. The table has a durable

Category

2010s American Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Plaster

St Paul Plaster Side Table by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier, Mini Modèle

$3,700

Kollam Side Table

Located in Paris, FR

available on request in Kollam Large Coffee Table or in Kollam Medium Coffee Table.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Kollam Side Table

$6,558 / item

Vintage Neoclassical Style Bronze Table with Travertine Top

Located in Houston, TX

of three swans with large talons clutching ball feet. Gorgeous travertine top!

Category

20th Century Neoclassical Side Tables

Materials

Travertine, Bronze

Vintage Neoclassical Style Bronze Table with Travertine Top

$4,450

Solid Wood Cube Short Pedestal, Art Display, Side Table, Plinth in Red Oak

By Alabama Sawyer

Located in Birmingham, AL

quicker they will age. As with all wood, but especially a large solid volume, expansion and contraction

Category

2010s American Rustic Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Oak

Solid Wood Cube Short Pedestal, Art Display, Side Table, Plinth in Red Oak

$476 Sale Price

23% Off

Vintage Boho Carved Wood Bamileke Tables - Set of 2

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

larger table measures approximately 32" wide by 32" deep and stands 20.5" high, while its companion is

Category

Late 20th Century Cameroonian Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Vintage Boho Carved Wood Bamileke Tables - Set of 2

$2,950 / set

Small Side Table, Kidney Shaped, Black-White Stripes, 3 Elegant Legs, 50s Style

Located in Berlin, BE

Exclusive offer of one SMALL kidney shaped side table. The LARGER you will find in another offer

Category

2010s German Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Small Side Table, Kidney Shaped, Black-White Stripes, 3 Elegant Legs, 50s Style

$475

Guest End Table by Josh Greene for Lawson-Fenning

By Lawson-Fenning

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Guest End Table is a large weighty end table with long apron and a chamfer detail on all edges

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Guest End Table by Josh Greene for Lawson-Fenning

$3,975 / item

Jacques Adnet Brass and Leather Side Table / Catchall, 1950s France

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Los Angeles, CA

a beautiful red leather with glass catchall on top. A large ring with three brass ball feet make up

Category

Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Iron

Jacques Adnet Brass and Leather Side Table / Catchall, 1950s France

$9,800

Vintage Boho Carved Wood Column Drink Tables - Set of 2

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

that enhance their authentic, salvaged appeal. The larger column base measures 17.5" wide by 17.5" deep

Category

Late 20th Century American Rustic Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Vintage Boho Carved Wood Column Drink Tables - Set of 2

$1,895 / set

Andrianna Shamaris Petrified Wood Side Table, Modern Design Quality

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

can also custom large slabs for counter tops, dining tables or coffee tables. We have an ever

Category

2010s Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood, Petrified Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Petrified Wood Side Table, Modern Design Quality

$2,900

Black Marquina Marble Minimalist Round Side Table “Column Side Table Round XL”

By Josep Vila Capdevila

Located in Terrassa, Catalonia

a larger top, a better choice for places with carpeting, carpets or uneven surfaces but with all the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Minimalist Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass, Iron

Black Marquina Marble Minimalist Round Side Table “Column Side Table Round XL”

$1,681

White Carrara Marble Minimalist Round Side Table “Column Side Table Round XL”

By Josep Vila Capdevila

Located in Terrassa, Catalonia

a larger top, a better choice for places with carpeting, carpets or uneven surfaces but with all the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Minimalist Sofa Tables

Materials

Carrara Marble, Aluminum, Brass

White Carrara Marble Minimalist Round Side Table “Column Side Table Round XL”

$1,681 / item

Two 90s coffee tables "night&day" by Tura made of wood covered with goatskin

By Tura

Located in München, DE

Two very rare, large 1990s Tura "night&day" coffee tables made of wood, covered with tobacco-brown

Category

1990s Italian Minimalist Side Tables

Materials

Goatskin, Wood

Two 90s coffee tables "night&day" by Tura made of wood covered with goatskin

$8,228 / set

Cocktail Side Table Modern Round Handmade Sculpted Blackened Waxed Steel

By J.M. Szymanski

Located in Bronx, NY

Table no. 3 - large J.M. Szymanski D. 2017 Playfully imagined, this sculpted bottom-frame

Category

2010s American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel, Iron

Cocktail Side Table Modern Round Handmade Sculpted Blackened Waxed Steel

$2,803 / item

Jean Claude Dresse Pair of Side Tables in Off-White Resin

By Jean Claude Dresse

Located in Waalwijk, NL

a large part of these items is custom-made.

Category

Vintage 1970s Belgian Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Jean Claude Dresse Pair of Side Tables in Off-White Resin

$25,400 / set

English Art Nouveau Bamboo Plant Stand with Carved Floral Top

Located in Tampa, FL

nouveau style. The stand features an octagonal top beautifully carved with a large, stylized flower, a

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Side Tables

Materials

Bamboo

English Art Nouveau Bamboo Plant Stand with Carved Floral Top

$625

Italian Post Modern Mirrored Finish Steel Cube Table

By Paul Evans, Milo Baughman, Directional, Pace Collection

Located in Houston, TX

pedestal for a large sculpture. A versatile piece!

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Italian Post Modern Mirrored Finish Steel Cube Table

$4,850

Antique Mizner Studios Wrought Iron Table

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Antique wrought iron table with large tile top from the Mizner Studios. This piece was acquired

Category

Early 20th Century American Side Tables

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique Mizner Studios Wrought Iron Table

$1,650

Guest End Table by Josh Greene for Lawson-Fenning

By Lawson-Fenning

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Guest End Table is a large weighty end table with long apron and a chamfer detail on all edges

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Guest End Table by Josh Greene for Lawson-Fenning

$3,175 / item

Nesting Shagreen Side Tables with Bronze Patina Brass Details by Kifu Paris

By Kifu Augousti

Located in New York, NY

- Depth 54cm / top Width 40cm / bottom Width 54 cm / Height 53 cm Large- Depth 54cm / top Width 50cm

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Nesting Shagreen Side Tables with Bronze Patina Brass Details by Kifu Paris

$10,295 / set

Nesting Shagreen Side Tables with Bronze Patina Brass Details by Kifu Paris

By Kifu Augousti

Located in New York, NY

- Depth 54cm / Top Width 40cm / Bottom Width 54 cm / Height 53 cm Large- Depth 54cm / Top Width 50cm

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Nesting Shagreen Side Tables with Bronze Patina Brass Details by Kifu Paris

$10,295 / set

Jacques Adnet Leather and Glass Cocktail Table, 1950s France

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Los Angeles, CA

with contrast stitching throughout. Large antique brass loop on top. Two available. Priced individually

Category

Vintage 1950s French Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Jacques Adnet Leather and Glass Cocktail Table, 1950s France

$7,800 / item

Nesting Shell Side Tables with Bronze Patina Brass Details by Kifu Paris

By Kifu Augousti

Located in New York, NY

/ Bottom Width 54 cm / Height 53 cm Large- Depth 54cm / Top Width 50cm / Bottom Width 60 cm / Height 56 cm

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Nesting Shell Side Tables with Bronze Patina Brass Details by Kifu Paris

$10,295 / set

Contemporary Side Table Theorem by Marta Delgado, White Marble

By Marta Delgado

Located in Paris, IDF

Equation and a large square mirror Sequence.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Contemporary Side Table Theorem by Marta Delgado, White Marble

$8,526 / item

21st Century Modern Sculptural Carrara Marble Side Table Carved From Block

By Federico Carandini

Located in Milan, IT

process of our larger dining table: when we produce it we core out the base by extracting two identical

Category

2010s Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble

21st Century Modern Sculptural Carrara Marble Side Table Carved From Block

$7,870 / item

21st Century Modern Sculptural New Saint Laurent Marble Side Table From Block

By Federico Carandini

Located in Milan, IT

process of our larger dining table: when we produce it we core out the base by extracting two identical

Category

2010s Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble

21st Century Modern Sculptural New Saint Laurent Marble Side Table From Block

$7,989 / item

Modernist Chromed and Mirrored Gueridon Side Table

Located in Shippensburg, PA

1860 through 1930 and as such the gallery always has a very large collection of exceptional European

Category

20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Side Tables

Materials

Chrome, Nickel

Modernist Chromed and Mirrored Gueridon Side Table

$2,900

Stella End Tables, Customizable Wood, Metal, Resin and Metallic Powder

By Wüd Furniture Design

Located in Brooklyn, NY

: D 14.5 in. / H 21 in. (Small) D 18 in. / H 23 in. (Medium) D 22 in. / H 24 in. (Large) - Price shown

Category

2010s American Modern End Tables

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Stella End Tables, Customizable Wood, Metal, Resin and Metallic Powder

$4,000 / item

Pair Black Laquered Lamp Tables

Located in Swadlincote, GB

are welcome to collect at our large warehouse and showrooms in Derbyshire (20 minutes north of

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Chinoiserie Side Tables

Materials

Lacquer

Pair Black Laquered Lamp Tables

$1,232

Antique English Sofa Console Table Jacobean Carved Oak Foyer Table c1890

Located in Shreveport, LA

aprons. The twin drawers each have center large brass pulls; note the delicate open carved trim on the

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Jacobean Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Antique English Sofa Console Table Jacobean Carved Oak Foyer Table c1890

$2,250

1960s Set of Three Danish Nesting Tables by Hans Wegner in Teak and Oak

By Andreas Tuck, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Philadelphia, PA

. The set measures: Large: 20.5 W x 13.375 D x 19 H Medium: 18 W x 12.5 D x 18.5 H Small: 15.75 W x

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel

1960s Set of Three Danish Nesting Tables by Hans Wegner in Teak and Oak

$3,000 / set

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Large Side Tables For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of large side tables for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and stone, all large side tables available were constructed with great care. We have 348 antique and vintage large side tables in-stock, while there are 137 modern editions to choose from as well. Large side tables have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Art Deco large side tables are consistently popular styles. Some large side tables are too large for some spaces — a variety of smaller large side tables, measuring 8.25 inches across, are available at 1stDibs. Many large side tables are appealing in their simplicity, but Emeco, Sir Norman Foster and Edward Wormley produced popular large side tables that are worth a look.

How Much are Large Side Tables?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,800, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $76,000 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 Large 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 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 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.
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.
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.
What are large dining tables called?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
Large dining tables are usually called banquet tables due to their ability to seat a crowd. Normally, banquet tables measure over 10 feet in length. Some standard dining tables convert to banquet tables with removable leaves. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique and vintage dining tables.
What do I put on top of a large coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
What you put on top of a large coffee table really comes down to a matter of preference. Candles, books and decorative bowls are common design choices. You can shop a variety of coffee table goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

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