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 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 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

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Ceramic

Important Mid Century Mosaic Side Tables by Stewart in Gold and White, 1957

$18,500

Cupola Round Table Black Stain

By Ricardo Velasquez

Located in Oakland Park, FL

in a small space or a cluster of tables to create a coffee table for a large area.

Category

2010s Guatemalan Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Cupola Round Table Black Stain

$1,000

Linde Freya Tangelder Set of Two Soft Corners Side Table Pouffs For Cassina

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

larger-scale furniture production, and to craft a project perfectly balanced between the two. Revisiting

Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Linde Freya Tangelder Set of Two Soft Corners Side Table Pouffs For Cassina

$16,218 / set

Hexcurve Table by MLK Furniture

Located in Geneve, CH

large-scale urban projects based on water management and public spaces (Chulalongkorn University

Category

2010s French Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Hexcurve Table by MLK Furniture

$5,604 / item

Hexagonal Tall Side Table

By Zanaboni

Located in Milan, IT

or transformed into a large, low table in an interlocking arrangement with other side tables by the

Category

2010s Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Hexagonal Tall Side Table

$7,100 / item

Tea Amber/Walnut Side Table

By Durame

Located in Milan, IT

This striking side table is comprised of a large bottom vase in colored glass (that can function as

Category

2010s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Tea Amber/Walnut Side Table

$3,670 / item

Hand Carved Tobacco Smoking Small Pedestal Side Table, Sweden circa 1860-80

Located in Round Top, TX

the larger boxes for pipes/cigars, smaller storage boxes for tobacco/matches, also an ash tray and

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Hand Carved Tobacco Smoking Small Pedestal Side Table, Sweden circa 1860-80

$2,350

E W Godwin (style of). An Aesthetic Movement walnut octagonal table

By Edward William Godwin

Located in London, GB

. Warrington. Cabinet Makers. Established 1837. We have a larger version available as well.

Category

Antique 1880s English Aesthetic Movement Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

E W Godwin (style of). An Aesthetic Movement walnut octagonal table

$5,222

ANTIQUE CIR 1920 FAUX STACK OF BOOKS LEATHER CARRARA MARBLE SIDE TABLE DRAWERs

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

circa 1900-1920 Large side table with doors depicting a faux stack of books and an Italian Carrara

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Side Tables

Materials

Marble

ANTIQUE CIR 1920 FAUX STACK OF BOOKS LEATHER CARRARA MARBLE SIDE TABLE DRAWERs

$4,054

Pair of French Wrought Iron Martini Tables

Located in London, GB

as a pair or individually: Measures: Large: 31 cm diameter top, 56 high Small: 26 cm diameter top

Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Folk Art Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Pair of French Wrought Iron Martini Tables

$1,443 / set

Gilt Metal Faux Bamboo $ Oval Granite Top Table

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

are ridges under the granite to adjust the base to the top. Please view all large photos for details

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Granite, Metal

Gilt Metal Faux Bamboo $ Oval Granite Top Table

$1,975

Wood and Glass Tripod Cocktail Table, 1950s Italy

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Classic wood and glass side table with tripod feet. Elegant dark wood body with a large oval handle

Category

Vintage 1960s French Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Wood and Glass Tripod Cocktail Table, 1950s Italy

$4,200

Linde Freya Tangelder Soft Corners Side Table

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

opportunity to investigate the relationship between limited-edition collection design and larger-scale

Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Linde Freya Tangelder Soft Corners Side Table

$6,865 / item

Austrian modern solid ash Satztische coffee tables, Josef Hoffman, Wittmann 2000

By Wittmann, Josef Hoffmann

Located in MIlano, IT

smallest table is missing. Some marks on the top of the larger table. Measurements in cm of the large table

Category

Early 2000s Austrian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Austrian modern solid ash Satztische coffee tables, Josef Hoffman, Wittmann 2000

$2,028

Streamline Art Deco Chrome Round Side Smokers Table

By Wolfgang Hoffmann

Located in Van Nuys, CA

a large 22" surface designed for an evening cap of whiskey and possibly an ashtray for a cigar

Category

Vintage 1930s American Side Tables

Materials

Chrome

Streamline Art Deco Chrome Round Side Smokers Table

$1,116 Sale Price

25% Off

Art Noveau NK Side Table

By Nordiska Kompaniet

Located in Stockholm, SE

furniture manufacturing. The large-scale workshops were moved to Lundberg's hometown of Nyköping, and

Category

Antique Early 1900s Swedish Art Nouveau Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Art Noveau NK Side Table

$3,093

Andrianna Shamaris Minimalist Super Smooth Petrified Wood Tall Side Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

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

Category

2010s Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Andrianna Shamaris Minimalist Super Smooth Petrified Wood Tall Side Table

$2,800

French Empire Napoleon III Double Flip-top Work Table with Compartments

Located in Savannah, GA

work or utility table with another curved shelf at the bottom. The inside features a large middle

Category

Antique 1850s French Napoleon III Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

French Empire Napoleon III Double Flip-top Work Table with Compartments

$1,325

3 Cross-Section Tree Trunk Tables in Black Lacquered Resin

By Albino Miranda

Located in NEW YORK, NY

): 21.7 x 20.5 x 15.7 Weight: 10 kg 22 lb B (Larger) Dimensions (cm): 82 x 54 x 35 Dimensions (in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Side Tables

Materials

Resin, Fiberglass, Lacquer

3 Cross-Section Tree Trunk Tables in Black Lacquered Resin

$9,015 / item

Walnut and Brass Side Tables Small

By Poul Kjærholm

Located in Miami, FL

light lamps, books and sculptures. In total 3 large and 3 small tables available. This listing is for

Category

2010s American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Walnut and Brass Side Tables Small

$450 / item

1970 s Sirmos Plaster Faux Bois Stacked Stones Side Tables, Pair

By Sirmos

Located in Las Vegas, NV

the 1970's. Antique white color. Both bases could be used together to create a large coffee table base

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Glass, Plaster

1970 s Sirmos Plaster Faux Bois Stacked Stones Side Tables, Pair

$3,200 / set

Andrianna Shamaris Minimalist Super Smooth Petrified Wood Tall Side Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

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

Category

2010s Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood, Petrified Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Minimalist Super Smooth Petrified Wood Tall Side Table

$3,200

1970s Pair of Two Tiers Square Brass and Glass Structural Coffee tables, French

By Guy Lefevre

Located in London, GB

good to joined together to form a large coffee table. The frames have acquired a nice patina

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

1970s Pair of Two Tiers Square Brass and Glass Structural Coffee tables, French

$7,696 / set

Andrianna Shamaris Bevelled Top Tall Side Table or Entry Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

Magnificent 100 year old wood taken from my finest collection to produce this one of a kind large

Category

2010s Minimalist Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Bevelled Top Tall Side Table or Entry Table

$6,200

Narrow Modern Hall Table by Peter Harrison. Industrial Concrete Metal and Wood

By Peter Harrison

Located in Middle Grove, NY

curved and the front features a bold curve. Please see my other listings for a larger version of

Category

Early 2000s American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Concrete, Aluminum, Stainless Steel

Narrow Modern Hall Table by Peter Harrison. Industrial Concrete Metal and Wood

$4,800 / item

Pair of brass side tables with travertine tops

Located in New York, NY

Pair of large brass side tables with X form bases and travertine tops. Dimensions: 25.75" square x

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Travertine, Brass

Pair of brass side tables with travertine tops

$8,500 / set

Gio Ponti wooden and glass occasional table, Italy, 1930s

By Gio Ponti

Located in Chiavari, Liguria

radically revisited, with two perpendicular disks at the base evoking the stylized image of large industrial

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian Bauhaus Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Gio Ponti wooden and glass occasional table, Italy, 1930s

$12,493

Pompeii Verdigris Bronze Table with Nike and Trophy, Italian, 19th Century

By Fonderia Chiurazzi

Located in Miami Beach, FL

support a piece of glass or marble of equal or larger width.

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Classical Roman Side Tables

Materials

Carrara Marble, Bronze

Pompeii Verdigris Bronze Table with Nike and Trophy, Italian, 19th Century

$11,000

Early 18th c. English Oak Single Drawer Table

Located in Greenwich, CT

An early 18th century English oak side table having molded edge three plank top with large overhang

Category

Antique Early 1700s English Baroque Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Early 18th c. English Oak Single Drawer Table

$7,900

T-03 Side Table by Orlando Pippig

Located in Geneve, CH

juxtaposition. Inspired by the framework of large scale concrete buildings, pillars/joists, as well as the

Category

2010s American Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Ash

T-03 Side Table by Orlando Pippig

$6,913 / item

Small 20th century inlaid side table with compartment for jewelry and music box

By Italian school XX ct.

Located in TARBES, FR

and reveals a large central storage space, for jewelry, watches, makeup or other items. The key is

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Small 20th century inlaid side table with compartment for jewelry and music box

$392 Sale Price

40% Off

Andrianna Shamaris Ancient Sculptural Petrified Wood Side Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

cocktail 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 Ancient Sculptural Petrified Wood Side Table

$2,800

Harden Furniture Chippendale Solid Cherry Side Tables with Protective Glass Top

By Harden Furniture 1

Located in Germantown, MD

Glass Tops in pristine condition. 2004 vintage in Like new condition. Larger table measures 26" in width

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Chippendale Side Tables

Materials

Cherry

Harden Furniture Chippendale Solid Cherry Side Tables with Protective Glass Top

$1,995 / set

Dorothy Thorpe Illuminated Pair Side/End Tables Lucite Base Round Glass Top

By Dorothy Thorpe

Located in Clifton Forge, VA

listed and it is equal in coolness to these.) The bases are made of Lucite with large cut-out circles and

Category

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

Materials

Glass, Lucite

Dorothy Thorpe Illuminated Pair Side/End Tables Lucite Base Round Glass Top

$3,620 / set

Modern Concrete and Metal Console Table by Peter Harrison

By Peter Harrison

Located in Middle Grove, NY

The new Callisto XL table is the larger version of the classic Callisto console. it seamlessly

Category

2010s American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Concrete, Aluminum, Stainless Steel

Modern Concrete and Metal Console Table by Peter Harrison

$5,850 / item

"Three Legger" table in solid White Oak by Last Workshop, organic modern

By Last Workshop

Located in Chicago, IL

, and overall dimensions. Each table has three legs, one of them a larger diameter. Legs are

Category

2010s Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Oak

"Three Legger" table in solid White Oak by Last Workshop, organic modern

$1,310

Notch III Burnt

By Michael Javidi

Located in Greenport, NY

Notch III is a coffee table made up of three solid pedestal legs and a large charred and brushed

Category

2010s American Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Oak, Ash

Notch III Burnt

$5,360 / item

Accaio Stage 2 Side Table by Max Lipsey

Located in Geneve, CH

Acciaio chair series to include a range of larger furniture pieces. The bicycle geometry is opened up to a

Category

2010s Dutch Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel, Other

Accaio Stage 2 Side Table by Max Lipsey

$3,022 / item

STUNNING PAIR OF VINTAGE FLAMED HARDWOOD GREEN LEATHER BEVAN FUNNELL SiDE TABLES

By Bevan Funnell Ltd.

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

has two large drawers, the top one contains the original Bevan funnell labels and brass plaques We

Category

Late 20th Century English Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

STUNNING PAIR OF VINTAGE FLAMED HARDWOOD GREEN LEATHER BEVAN FUNNELL SiDE TABLES

$2,679 / set

Side Table in Black Shagreen with Bronze Patina Brass by Kifu Paris

By Kifu Augousti

Located in West Hollywood, CA

The Galaxy Large Side Table by Kifu Paris is an exquisite piece that exudes sophistication and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Side Table in Black Shagreen with Bronze Patina Brass by Kifu Paris

$7,290

Circa 1780 George III English Flip Top Tea Table

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

& bird's eye maple, enhance every surface & each leg. Large shell inlays on green dyed sycamore backgrounds

Category

Antique Late 18th Century English George III Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Circa 1780 George III English Flip Top Tea Table

$2,880 Sale Price

20% Off

French Charles X Antique Burlwood Marble Drum Top Side or End Table

Located in Shippensburg, PA

long specialized in sculpture circa 1860 through 1930 and as such the gallery always has a very large

Category

Antique 19th Century French Charles X Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

French Charles X Antique Burlwood Marble Drum Top Side or End Table

$2,200

Botero Side Table by De Castelli

Located in Geneve, CH

versions are available, please contact us for any request. Botero, a large side table balanced on five

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass

Botero Side Table by De Castelli

$13,041 / item

Gufram Massolo Coffee Table by Piero Gilardi, Limited Edition of 500

By Gufram Furniture

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

inspired by nature, the appearance of a large brick highlights the designer's irony and love for surrealism

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Side Tables

Materials

Plastic, Rubber

Gufram Massolo Coffee Table by Piero Gilardi, Limited Edition of 500

$4,100 / item

French round sidetable in oak with blue top and beautiful patina, ca. 1850

Located in Meulebeke, BE

larger room. The vivid combination of colors and the charming patina add character to your interior.

Category

Antique 1850s French Rustic Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Oak

French round sidetable in oak with blue top and beautiful patina, ca. 1850

$1,425

Design Institute of America mid century modernist nesting tables

By Design Institute America

Located in Allentown, PA

graduate large to small. This unique mid century modernist design has an Asian inspiration in that it fans

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Design Institute of America mid century modernist nesting tables

$1,250

Set of Nesting Tables in Black Shagreen with Bronze Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti

By R Y Augousti

Located in West Hollywood, CA

” Medium: 17” x 12” x 21.5” Large: 24.75” x 13.75” x 23.75” *This item is on display in our LA showroom

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Set of Nesting Tables in Black Shagreen with Bronze Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti

$8,400 / set

French Louis XVI Style Bronze and Marble Two-Tier Table Gueridon

Located in Shippensburg, PA

such the gallery always has a very large collection of exceptional European and American sculpture

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Bronze

French Louis XVI Style Bronze and Marble Two-Tier Table Gueridon

$6,000

Stool/Side table, Stig Sandqvist, Vemdalia Company, Sweden 1960

By Stig Sandqvist

Located in Farsta, SE

wood. It has been widened, so now the size is larger than it was before. Gently restored to its

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Pine

Stool/Side table, Stig Sandqvist, Vemdalia Company, Sweden 1960

$475

Set of 3 Nesting Tables in Oak with Bronze Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti

By R Y Augousti

Located in West Hollywood, CA

design. Small: 20.5” x 16” x 14” Medium: 24” x 17” x 15” Large: 28” x 20” x 16” *This item is on

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Set of 3 Nesting Tables in Oak with Bronze Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti

$10,400 / set

Mid Century Italian Parchment Three Piece Storage Suite

Located in Chicago, IL

-door compartment with a shelf. The other small cabinet has three parchment-veneered drawers. The large

Category

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

Materials

Beech

Mid Century Italian Parchment Three Piece Storage Suite

$5,400 / set

Luna Table by Venelin Kokalov

Located in Geneve, CH

Luna Table by Venelin Kokalov Dimensions: Large: D 150 x H 25 cm. Small: D 81.6 x H 17 cm

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Tables

Materials

Marble

Luna Table by Venelin Kokalov

$55,627 / item

Philippe Starck "Pepper Young" Coffee Table for Disform, 1983, Spain

By Philippe Starck, Disform

Located in Hitchin, England

1980's by Disform, Spain. The feet are metal with granular paint and large rubber sphere-shaped

Category

Late 20th Century Spanish Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

Philippe Starck "Pepper Young" Coffee Table for Disform, 1983, Spain

$5,840

Contemporary Luxury Side Table, Mirror, Wood, Handmade in Italy

Located in Lentate Sul Seveso, IT

your interior decor. For those looking to furnish larger spaces seamlessly, the Murano side table can

Category

2010s Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Contemporary Luxury Side Table, Mirror, Wood, Handmade in Italy

$2,201

Set of Nesting Tables in White Shagreen and Shell with Brass by R&Y Augousti

By R Y Augousti

Located in West Hollywood, CA

with luxury. Small: 17.25” x 14” x 20” Medium: 20.5” x 13.75” x 21.5” Large: 23.75” x 13.75” x 23.75

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Set of Nesting Tables in White Shagreen and Shell with Brass by R&Y Augousti

$15,415 / set

Set of Nesting Tables in Black Shagreen and Pen Shell with Brass by R&Y Augousti

By R Y Augousti

Located in West Hollywood, CA

with luxury. Small: 17.25” x 14” x 20” Medium: 20.5” x 13.75” x 21.5” Large: 23.75” x 13.75” x 23.75

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Set of Nesting Tables in Black Shagreen and Pen Shell with Brass by R&Y Augousti

$15,415 / set

Three Rocks High Side Table, Brushed Brass, 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

Brass

Three Rocks High Side Table, Brushed Brass, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa

$2,623 / 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 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 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 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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