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.

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

21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Set of Two Side Tables in Straw Marquetry with a Gilded Base by Ginger Brown

$6,187 / set

19th Century Italian Nightstand Side Table with Marble Top

Located in New York, NY

. Stand in original condition. With unusual color marble top; no chips, scratches or cracks. Large vein to

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Antique Early 1800s Italian Side Tables

Materials

Marble

19th Century Italian Nightstand Side Table with Marble Top

$3,600

Tung JA3, Steel Blue Side Table, by John Astbury for &Tradition

By John Astbury

Located in Dubai, AE

by a desire to adapt large elements and hone them into more gentle forms, John Astbury’s Tung table

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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Tung JA3, Steel Blue Side Table, by John Astbury for &Tradition

$809 / item

Sasso 36 Arabescato White Marble And Gold Chrome Metal Side Table by Casa Casati

Located in Geneve, CH

arranged in large dynamic groups. Atelier Casa Casati. Italian Lifestyle. Italian Skill. Italian Furniture

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Metal, Other

Sasso 36 Arabescato White Marble And Gold Chrome Metal Side Table by Casa Casati

$6,770 / item

Contemporary Coffee Table Set of 2 by Albino Miranda, Matte Grey

By Albino Miranda

Located in NEW YORK, NY

x 60 x 40 cm / 23.6 x 23.6 x 15.7 in Weight: 12 kg / 26.5 lbs Large size: 77 x 77 x 46 cm / 30.3 x

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Resin, Lacquer

Contemporary Coffee Table Set of 2 by Albino Miranda, Matte Grey

$6,171 / set

Shagreen Side Table with Bronze-Patina Brass Inlay by R&Y Augousti

By R Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

nesting side table large, is the perfect accent piece for any living space. These are sold either as a set

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Nesting Tables and Sta...

Materials

Brass

Shagreen Side Table with Bronze-Patina Brass Inlay by R&Y Augousti

$3,355 / item

Poul Kjærholm Semicircular Table in Steel, Cork and Beech

By Poul Kjærholm

Located in Waalwijk, NL

the large cork top or as a table that can host a few people when the smaller top is used. Poul

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Tables

Materials

Steel

Poul Kjærholm Semicircular Table in Steel, Cork and Beech

$15,400

Live Edge Round Side Table, Modern Organic Blue Sputnik Table

By Alabama Sawyer

Located in Birmingham, AL

free to message us to have images and/or video of exact stock and to inquire about larger sizes. A

Category

2010s American Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel

Live Edge Round Side Table, Modern Organic Blue Sputnik Table

$650 / item

Southeast Asian Bronze Rain Drum or Drinks Table

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Large and rare Shan style Southeast Asian patinated cast bronze rain drum or frog drum that could

Category

20th Century Southeast Asian Tribal Side Tables

Materials

Bronze

Southeast Asian Bronze Rain Drum or Drinks Table

$6,800

Set of 3 Low Tables Lacquered in Variety of Ral Colors

By Albino Miranda

Located in NEW YORK, NY

lbs) [M] Large: Ø 80 x 48 cm (Ø 31.5 x 18.9) 19,5 kg (43.0 lbs) [L]. This piece is offered in any RAL

Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Side Tables

Materials

Resin, Fiberglass, Lacquer

Set of 3 Low Tables Lacquered in Variety of Ral Colors

$6,776 / set

Glas Italia DONALD Small Low table by Philippe Starck

By Glas Italia, Jean-Marie Massaud

Located in Brooklyn, NY

glass from any knocks. These parallelepipeds can be placed side by side to create articulated larger

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Glass

Glas Italia DONALD Small Low table by Philippe Starck

$3,254 / item

Glas Italia DONALD Medium Low table by Philippe Starck

By Glas Italia, Jean-Marie Massaud

Located in Brooklyn, NY

glass from any knocks. These parallelepipeds can be placed side by side to create articulated larger

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Glass

Glas Italia DONALD Medium Low table by Philippe Starck

$3,471 / item

Set of Two Shagreen Side Tables with a Gilded Base

By Ginger Brown

Located in Bourguebus, FR

nice organic shape of the tables. The dimensions are: Large table 16.9" x 18.9" x H 24.84" (48x43x63cm

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Set of Two Shagreen Side Tables with a Gilded Base

$6,187 / set

Three Rocks High Side Table, Black Glass, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa

By InsidherLand, Joana Santos Barbosa

Located in Maia, Porto

three sizes can be customized with a large range of materials and finishes. With incredible versatile

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Side Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Three Rocks High Side Table, Black Glass, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa

$2,373 / item

Three Rocks Side Table, Aged Silver Leaf, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa

By Joana Santos Barbosa, InsidherLand

Located in Maia, Porto

three sizes can be customized with a large range of materials and finishes. With incredible versatile

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Side Tables

Materials

Silver Leaf

Three Rocks Side Table, Aged Silver Leaf, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa

$2,198 / item

Pair of Ebonized Rosewood and Chrome Mid-Century Modern Side or End Tables

Located in Nantucket, MA

drawer pulls. Three drawers per cabinet with a larger one on the bottom. Optional leopard glass top comes

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Ebonized Rosewood and Chrome Mid-Century Modern Side or End Tables

$2,400

Max Kment Coffee Side Table, Clear Glass Wood Cord, Austria, 1950s

By Max Kment

Located in Hausmannstätten, AT

Kunstgewerbliche Werkstätten, Vienna, circa 1950. This is a large version of this kind of tables. The organic

Category

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

Materials

Cord, String, Glass, Wood

Max Kment Coffee Side Table, Clear Glass Wood Cord, Austria, 1950s

$3,500

Contemporary Handcrafted Stool in Brazilian Hardwood by Leo Strauss

Located in Atibaia, BR

Solid wood, processed in large width and thickness dimensions, and it adds life to this piece of

Category

2010s Brazilian Brutalist Stools

Materials

Hardwood

Contemporary Handcrafted Stool in Brazilian Hardwood by Leo Strauss

$1,184 Sale Price / item

48% Off

John Dickinson Lacquered Y Table, ca 1970s

By John Dickinson

Located in Cathedral City, CA

his first large-scale commission in 1971 to design the interior of the I. Magnin department store on

Category

Vintage 1970s American Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Resin, Lacquer

John Dickinson Lacquered Y Table, ca 1970s

$6,500

Early 20th Century Louis XV Style French Marble Top Walnut Marquetry Side Table

Located in Dallas, TX

of large rounded fragments of browns, greys, red or blacks. The Breche d'Alep marble was used a lot

Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Early 20th Century Louis XV Style French Marble Top Walnut Marquetry Side Table

$900

Contemporary yellow Vlam side table Handcrafted by Jan Ernst

Located in 1204, CH

landmarks. In 2020 a devastating fire raged over the nature reserve and destroyed a large portion of the

Category

2010s South African Side Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

Contemporary yellow Vlam side table Handcrafted by Jan Ernst

$4,402

Round Travertine Coffee Table, Scala by Stephane Parmentier for Giobagnara

By Stephane Parmentier

Located in Warsaw, PL

Contemporary round large coffee table stool - Scala by Stephane Parmentier for Giobagnara. The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Travertine

Round Travertine Coffee Table, Scala by Stephane Parmentier for Giobagnara

$8,069 / item

Gianfranco Frattini 780/783 Tables For Cassina

By Gianfranco Frattini

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

projects won a large number of prizes. In 1956 Frattini was one of the founders of the ADI, Association of

Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Gianfranco Frattini 780/783 Tables For Cassina

$8,983 / set

Interesting Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze Mounted Louis XV Style Lamp Table

Located in Long Island City, NY

large bearded satyr masks and scrolled acanthus sabots. Details: Height – 30 inches / 76cm Diameter

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Gueridon

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Interesting Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze Mounted Louis XV Style Lamp Table

$12,500

Andrianna Shamaris Coral Petrified Wood Side Table, Modern Design

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

table, side table or clustered as a coffee table. We can also custom large slabs for counter tops

Category

2010s Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood, Petrified Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Coral Petrified Wood Side Table, Modern Design

$3,600

Cast Bronze Gueridon Side table with hoof foot rope details with Marble top

Located in London, GB

large bronze rings. This table weighs over 20Kg with the marble - its a heft solid piece of

Category

2010s Italian Louis XVI Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Cast Bronze Gueridon Side table with hoof foot rope details with Marble top

$2,886 Sale Price

20% Off

Stool or Bedside Table, LINK by Reda Amalou, 2016, Black Stained Oak

By REDA AMALOU DESIGN

Located in Paris, FR

collection can also form a larger ensemble resulting from the composition of its three pieces of furniture or

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Oak, Walnut

Stool or Bedside Table, LINK by Reda Amalou, 2016, Black Stained Oak

$2,082 / item

Antique Primitive Side Table with Drawer in Wood and Wrought Iron 18th Century

Located in Meer, VAN

shows wonderful details like the elegant wide spreaded legs, the large decorative nails on top and the

Category

Antique 18th Century Spanish Primitive Side Tables

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique Primitive Side Table with Drawer in Wood and Wrought Iron 18th Century

$4,250

Set of 2 Pedestal Tables in Shagreen, Shell, and Brass by R&Y Augousti

By R Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

table in small and large are the perfect nesting accent pieces due to their sleek and light aesthetic

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Nesting Tables and Sta...

Materials

Brass

Set of 2 Pedestal Tables in Shagreen, Shell, and Brass by R&Y Augousti

$4,760 / set

Shagreen Nesting Side Tables with Bronze-Patina Brass Accents by R&Y Augousti

By R Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

of 2 to create elegant and geometric shapes, but one can purchase the tables on their own. The large

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Nesting Tables and Sta...

Materials

Brass

Shagreen Nesting Side Tables with Bronze-Patina Brass Accents by R&Y Augousti

$7,185 / set

Shagreen Nesting Side Tables with Bronze-Patina Brass Accents by R&Y Augousti

By R Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

of 2 to create elegant and geometric shapes, but one can purchase the tables on their own. The large

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Nesting Tables and Sta...

Materials

Brass

Shagreen Nesting Side Tables with Bronze-Patina Brass Accents by R&Y Augousti

$7,185 / set

Moroccan Moorish Side Table Hand Painted Red Wood

By Berber Tribes of Morocco

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

carved details. Crafted by hand in Morocco, this large side table immediately captures attention with its

Category

20th Century Moroccan Moorish Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Moroccan Moorish Side Table Hand Painted Red Wood

$2,850

Saporiti Italia Chrome and Glass Side Tables - Set of Three

By Saporiti

Located in Miami, FL

Set of three chrome plated steel side tables with glass tops by Saporiti Itália . The two larger

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Saporiti Italia Chrome and Glass Side Tables - Set of Three

$1,800 / set

Stool or side Table, LINK by Reda Amalou, 2016, American Walnut

By REDA AMALOU DESIGN

Located in Paris, FR

also form a larger ensemble resulting from the composition of its three pieces of furniture or a simple

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Minimalist Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Oak, Walnut

Stool or side Table, LINK by Reda Amalou, 2016, American Walnut

$2,478 / item

Set of 2 Leather Coffee Tables, Bivio by Stephane Parmentier for Giobagnara

By Stephane Parmentier

Located in Warsaw, PL

nappa leather, fully leather covered. Dimensions: Small: cm 50.5 x 50.5 h. cm 40 Large: cm 90 x 90

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood

Set of 2 Leather Coffee Tables, Bivio by Stephane Parmentier for Giobagnara

$8,626 / set

Rattan Nesting Side Table with Quartz and Brass Inlay by R&Y Augousti

By R Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Nymphea Large

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Quartz, Brass

Rattan Nesting Side Table with Quartz and Brass Inlay by R&Y Augousti

$5,475 / item

Shagreen Nesting Side Tables with Stone and Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti

By R Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

of 3 to create elegant and geometric shapes, but one can purchase the tables on their own. The large

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Nesting Tables and Sta...

Materials

Brass

Shagreen Nesting Side Tables with Stone and Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti

$9,865 / set

Rattan Nesting Side Table with Quartz and Brass Inlay by R&Y Augousti

By R Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Nymphea large

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Quartz, Brass

Rattan Nesting Side Table with Quartz and Brass Inlay by R&Y Augousti

$5,475 / item

Melting Nesting Side Table Set of 3 in Shagreen, Shell and Brass by R&Y Augousti

By R Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

to create elegant and geometric shapes, but one can purchase the tables on their own. The large and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Nesting Tables and Sta...

Materials

Brass

Melting Nesting Side Table Set of 3 in Shagreen, Shell and Brass by R&Y Augousti

$9,165 / set

Shagreen and Shell Nesting Tables w/ Bronze-Patina Brass Accents by R&Y Augousti

By R Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

of 2 to create elegant and geometric shapes, but one can purchase the tables on their own. The large

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Nesting Tables and Sta...

Materials

Brass

Shagreen and Shell Nesting Tables w/ Bronze-Patina Brass Accents by R&Y Augousti

$7,185 / set

Rattan Nesting Side Table with Shell and Brass Inlay by R&Y Augousti

By R Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Nymphea large

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Quartz, Brass

Rattan Nesting Side Table with Shell and Brass Inlay by R&Y Augousti

$3,965 / item

Rattan Nesting Side Tables with Patagonia and Brass Inlay by R&Y Augousti

By R Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Nymphea Large

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Quartz, Brass

Rattan Nesting Side Tables with Patagonia and Brass Inlay by R&Y Augousti

$4,390 / item

Melting Nesting Side Table Set of 3 in Shagreen, Shell and Brass by R&Y Augousti

By R Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

to create elegant and geometric shapes, but one can purchase the tables on their own. The large and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Nesting Tables and Sta...

Materials

Brass

Melting Nesting Side Table Set of 3 in Shagreen, Shell and Brass by R&Y Augousti

$9,165 / set

Shagreen Quartz Nesting Tables w/ Bronze-Patina Brass Accents by R&Y Augousti

By R Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

of 2 to create elegant and geometric shapes, but one can purchase the tables on their own. The large

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Nesting Tables and Sta...

Materials

Brass

Shagreen Quartz Nesting Tables w/ Bronze-Patina Brass Accents by R&Y Augousti

$8,905 / set

Shagreen Nesting Side Tables with Quartz and Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti

By R Y Augousti

Located in New York, NY

of 3 to create elegant and geometric shapes, but one can purchase the tables on their own. The large

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Nesting Tables and Sta...

Materials

Quartz, Brass

Shagreen Nesting Side Tables with Quartz and Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti

$10,400 / set

High Side Table In Metal With Glass Top, Czechoslovakia 1970s

Located in Zohor, SK

, or a plant etagere as a solitaire piece. The table is strong enough to hold a large plant. It stands

Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal

High Side Table In Metal With Glass Top, Czechoslovakia 1970s

$261 Sale Price

60% Off

Gilt Iron Martini Table

Located in London, GB

finishes and in a larger size: 31 cm diameter top, 56 cm high

Category

2010s English French Provincial Side Tables

Materials

Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf

Gilt Iron Martini Table

$1,291

18th Century French Louis XIII Carved Walnut Turned-Leg Side Table with Drawer

Located in Dallas, TX

stretcher decorated with a central finial. The Louis XIII end table features a large single drawer across

Category

Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XIII Side Tables

Materials

Beech, Walnut

18th Century French Louis XIII Carved Walnut Turned-Leg Side Table with Drawer

$2,400

Ceramic table by George Greenamyer for Vladimir Kagan

Located in Dallas, TX

support a larger piece of glass as a coffee table.

Category

Vintage 1960s Side Tables

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic table by George Greenamyer for Vladimir Kagan

$6,800

Mid-Century Peter Ghyczy Smoked Glass and Raw Brass Coffee Table

By Peter Ghyczy, Ghyczy

Located in Los Angeles, CA

recognized for his famous 1968 garden egg chair. A larger version available (LU922417318362) as well as

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Peter Ghyczy Smoked Glass and Raw Brass Coffee Table

$1,850

Charles Hollis Jones Side Tables in Lucite and Polished Nickel from the Box Line

By Charles Hollis Jones

Located in Los Angeles, CA

time because due to our large inventory some items are available by appointment only. All of our

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Nickel

Charles Hollis Jones Side Tables in Lucite and Polished Nickel from the Box Line

$13,500 / set

Pair of Charles Hollis Jones Side Tables in Lucite and Brass

By Charles Hollis Jones

Located in Los Angeles, CA

piece please call ahead of time because due to our large inventory some items are available by

Category

Vintage 1970s North American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Brass

Pair of Charles Hollis Jones Side Tables in Lucite and Brass

$13,500 / set

Continental 19th century Neo-Classical st. Bronze and Malachite side table

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Malachite side table/pedestal. This wonderful table is raised on four Bronze legs with pawed feet and large

Category

Antique 19th Century Unknown Neoclassical Side Tables

Materials

Malachite, Bronze

Continental 19th century Neo-Classical st. Bronze and Malachite side table

$16,300

Guido Zichele for Bloomingdale’s Italian Leather Top End Tables, a Pair

By Bloomingdale s

Located in Delray Beach, FL

century Italy. Brass toned ring pull on the large drawer. Drawer is lined. Top is covered with a high

Category

20th Century Italian Louis XV Side Tables

Materials

Leather, Oak

Guido Zichele for Bloomingdale’s Italian Leather Top End Tables, a Pair

$2,800 / set

Early 19th Century Provincial Walnut Low Side Table, Circa 1820s

Located in Germantown, MD

First quarter of 19th Century Provincial Walnut single drawer Low Side Table. Large single drawer

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Unknown French Provincial Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Early 19th Century Provincial Walnut Low Side Table, Circa 1820s

$1,695

Southeast Asian Bronze Rain Drum or Drinks Table

Located in Rio Vista, CA

star motif. The flat, round top has four stacks of frogs on top of each other. Very heavy and large

Category

20th Century Southeast Asian Tribal Side Tables

Materials

Bronze

Southeast Asian Bronze Rain Drum or Drinks Table

$5,800

Sculptural Round Table Mango Wood, Burnt Finish, Modern Organic

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

makes it perfect for any space. It features a tapered base and large round table top. A uniquely

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Coffee and Cockt...

Materials

Wood, Fruitwood

Sculptural Round Table Mango Wood, Burnt Finish, Modern Organic

$2,300 / item

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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?
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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.
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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