What are side tables called?

Side tables are often simply called side tables. If positioned on either end of a sofa or loveseat, you might refer to them as end tables. General terms for side tables and other tables commonly used in seating areas include occasional tables and accent tables. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of side tables.

What are side tables used for?

Side tables are used next to furniture like beds and couches to provide an accessible place for keeping essential items at hand. In the living room, side tables are often used to display flower arrangements, photos or books as well as to set down a drink. In the bedroom, a side table is typically populated with items like a lamp, bedtime reading material, and a charging device for a phone. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary side tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What are nesting side tables?

A nesting table is a set of tables designed to be stored one inside or under the other, giving them a layered or stacked appearance. A side table is a table that’s placed beside a piece of furniture. A nesting side table would be a series of side tables in graduated heights that can be stacked or nested together. Shop a collection of nesting tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What size should a side table be?

A side table should stand one to three inches below the arm of the sofa or chair it is placed next to.

What is the difference between a side table and a coffee table?

The difference between a side table and a coffee table is mainly in the size and shape. Coffee tables usually feature larger tops but shorter legs. People typically place them in front of a sofa or a loveseat to rest books, drinks, remote controls and other items. Side tables also store items, but they are usually positioned beside an accent chair or at the ends of a sofa or loveseat. Shop a diverse assortment of side tables and coffee tables on 1stDibs.

Is there a difference between an end table and a side table?

There are two differences between end tables and side tables: function and size. Typically, end tables go beside a chair or at opposite ends of a sofa and have smaller tabletops, while side tables go toward the sides of seating areas or against walls and feature a larger surface area. However, many people use the words side and end tables interchangeably, so these differences may not always apply. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of end and side tables.

What are tiny side tables called?

What tiny side tables are called varies. Some people may simply refer to them as side tables. Others describe them as end tables if they're placed on either end of a sofa or loveseat. When used elsewhere in a room, small side tables are often called accent tables. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary side tables.

What is a tall side table called?

A tall side table may also be called a console table. While these furnishings are not as common in today’s interiors as their coffee-table and side-table counterparts, console tables are stylish home accents and have become more prevalent over the years. The popularity of wood console tables took shape during the 17th and 18th centuries in French and Italian culture, and were exclusively featured in the palatial homes of the upper class. Find console tables today on 1stDibs.

Should a side table be lower than a sofa?

No, a side table shouldn't always be lower than a sofa. To make it easy to access items on a table, a sofa's arms should generally be no more than 2 to 3 inches above or below the tabletop. This rule of thumb differs from the one for coffee tables, which should be as tall or 1 to 2 inches shorter than the seat height of the sofa to ensure a balanced look. Explore a large selection of side tables on 1stDibs.

How can you tell if a side table is antique?

To determine whether a side table is an antique, closely examine its details. Older pieces will typically have telltale features like wood pegs, hand-cut dovetails with some slight imperfections and mortise-and-tenon construction. Tables that are a consistent color throughout or have machine-cut moldings or carvings are unlikely to be antiques. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can be a helpful resource when dating tables. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and modern side tables on 1stDibs.

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 Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Gervasoni Medium Next Side Table in Cast Aluminium Top with Base by Paola Navone

$1,442 / item

Bielecky Brothers White Square Rattan Side Tables, a Pair

By Bielecky Brothers

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Bielecky Brothers Large pair of Boho Chic woven rattan square side tables with glass tops included

Category

Vintage 1970s Modern Side Tables

Materials

Rattan, Glass, Lacquer

Bielecky Brothers White Square Rattan Side Tables, a Pair

$1,600 / set

Andrianna Shamaris Ancient Petrified Wood Side Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

Impressive beautiful contrasting markings on this large high quality ancient petrified wood side

Category

2010s Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood, Petrified Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Ancient Petrified Wood Side Table

$3,600

Rare Welded and Patinated Aluminum "Argente" Side Table by Paul Evans for Direct

By Paul Evans

Located in Montreal, QC

several influences including techniques used in the shipbuilding industry for his large-scale works. In

Category

Vintage 1960s American Side Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Rare Welded and Patinated Aluminum "Argente" Side Table by Paul Evans for Direct

$22,500

Paul Kingma Style Coffee Table of Dark Stained Oak with Slate Top Denmark 1980s

By Paul Kingma

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

stained oak with a table top of inlaid large pieces of dark coloured slate forms in a pattern Length

Category

Vintage 1980s Danish Brutalist Side Tables

Materials

Slate

Paul Kingma Style Coffee Table of Dark Stained Oak with Slate Top Denmark 1980s

$2,375

Calcatta Viola Marble-Topped Walnut Base Side Table by Mary Ratcliffe Studio

By Mary Ratcliffe

Located in Toronto, ON

larger & fragile works will be custom crated & packed for shipping. Some of our smaller items can go out

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Calcatta Viola Marble-Topped Walnut Base Side Table by Mary Ratcliffe Studio

$2,300 / item

French Walnut Oak Side Table in the Louis XV Style with Hiden Drawer, c. 1900

Located in Labrit, Landes

aesthetic appearance of the table, a large drawer is hidden behind the sculpture of the front belt of the

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Louis XV Side Tables

Materials

Walnut, Oak

French Walnut Oak Side Table in the Louis XV Style with Hiden Drawer, c. 1900

$1,208

English Victorian Cricket Table Spreckled by Ira Yeager

By Ira Yeager

Located in Rio Vista, CA

1938-2022). Crafted from mahogany with turned legs that are conjoined by large scrolled stretchers. The

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

English Victorian Cricket Table Spreckled by Ira Yeager

$3,800

Spiral Iron and Glass Standing Catchall, 1960s France

Located in Los Angeles, CA

the top and then widening out towards the bottom, until reaching the large circular base. One

Category

Vintage 1960s French Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Spiral Iron and Glass Standing Catchall, 1960s France

$4,200

Gervasoni Small Inout Side Table in White Carrara Marble Top with Oiled Iroko

By Gervasoni, Paola Navone

Located in Brooklyn, NY

marble Base finish: Oiled iroko Dimension: Ø 50 x 49 H cm Available in other size option: Large

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Carrara Marble

Gervasoni Small Inout Side Table in White Carrara Marble Top with Oiled Iroko

$1,312 / item

Gervasoni Small Bolla SideTable in Grey Lacquered by Michael Sodeau

By Michael Sodeau, Gervasoni

Located in Brooklyn, NY

rattan core Available in other size option: Large

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Rattan

Gervasoni Small Bolla SideTable in Grey Lacquered by Michael Sodeau

$1,277 / item

Gervasoni Small Bolla SideTable in White Lacquered by Michael Sodeau

By Michael Sodeau, Gervasoni

Located in Brooklyn, NY

core Available in other size option: Large

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Rattan

Gervasoni Small Bolla SideTable in White Lacquered by Michael Sodeau

$1,277 / item

Gervasoni Small Bolla SideTable in Natural Melange Rattan Core by Michael Sodeau

By Michael Sodeau, Gervasoni

Located in Brooklyn, NY

, grey Available in other size option: Large

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Rattan

Gervasoni Small Bolla SideTable in Natural Melange Rattan Core by Michael Sodeau

$1,065 / item

DeCastelli Placas Small Table in Brass by LucidiPevere

By DeCastelli, Lucidi Pevere

Located in Brooklyn, NY

stainless steel E11, DeLabré copper G5 Available in other size options: Large

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

DeCastelli Placas Small Table in Brass by LucidiPevere

$2,899 / item

De Castelli Botero Side Table by R&D

By DeCastelli

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Botero, a large side table balanced on five slender legs, embodies refined technical expertise in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

De Castelli Botero Side Table by R&D

$15,521 / item

Sculptural Round Table Mango Wood, Natural Finish, Modern Organic

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

features a tapered base and large round table top. This table was crafted from a solid block of mango wood.

Category

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

Materials

Wood, Fruitwood

Sculptural Round Table Mango Wood, Natural Finish, Modern Organic

$2,200 / item

Round Oak Side Table in Black Cerused Finish

Located in North York, ON

. Featuring oak woods with cerused finish accenting the beautiful natural wood grains. Large round top with 6

Category

2010s American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Round Oak Side Table in Black Cerused Finish

$2,850

Victorian Majolica Ceramic Table / Stool With Numidian Cranes by Thomas Forester

Located in Reading, Berkshire

is in listing is for the stool seat at the top, the item is gently graduated so the base is larger.

Category

Antique 19th Century British Art Nouveau Side Tables

Materials

Ceramic

Victorian Majolica Ceramic Table / Stool With Numidian Cranes by Thomas Forester

$4,510

DeCastelli Placas Small Table in Copper by LucidiPevere

By DeCastelli, Lucidi Pevere

Located in Brooklyn, NY

stainless steel E11, DeLabré brass F2 Available in other size options: Large

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Copper

DeCastelli Placas Small Table in Copper by LucidiPevere

$3,553 / item

Soda Blown Murano Glass High Coffee Table in Petrol by Yiannis Ghikas

By Yiannis Ghikas, Miniforms

Located in Brooklyn, NY

shaped by three master glassmakers. The result is a single volume of glass with three large petals

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Blown Glass

Soda Blown Murano Glass High Coffee Table in Petrol by Yiannis Ghikas

$2,500 / item

Soda Blown Murano Glass Low Coffee Table in Amethyst by Yiannis Ghikas

By Yiannis Ghikas, Miniforms

Located in Brooklyn, NY

shaped by three master glassmakers. The result is a single volume of glass with three large petals

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Blown Glass

Soda Blown Murano Glass Low Coffee Table in Amethyst by Yiannis Ghikas

$3,270 / item

Pair of Chrome and Smoked Glass Side Tables c1970s France

Located in Trensacq, FR

sleek simple lines that work well in a large array of interior styles. In very good vintage condition

Category

Vintage 1970s French Hollywood Regency Side Tables

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Chrome and Smoked Glass Side Tables c1970s France

$1,181 Sale Price

50% Off

DECORATIVE ENGLISH ViCTORIAN HAND CARVED OCTAGONAL SIDE END OCCASIONAL TABLE

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

-1900 English Mahogany large side or small center table with ornately turned legs Please note the

Category

Antique 1880s English Late Victorian Side Tables

Materials

Hardwood

DECORATIVE ENGLISH ViCTORIAN HAND CARVED OCTAGONAL SIDE END OCCASIONAL TABLE

$925

Ward Bennett Inspired Pair Enameled Steel I-Beam Side or End Tables Mid-Century

By Ward Bennett

Located in Philadelphia, PA

, including a larger version and drink stand height. Inquire if interested!

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Enamel, Steel

Ward Bennett Inspired Pair Enameled Steel I-Beam Side or End Tables Mid-Century

$2,500 / set

Vintage Double Wide Oak and Suede Backgammon Table, 1980s USA

Located in Los Angeles, CA

a large game room. In good vintage condition.

Category

Vintage 1980s American Game Tables

Materials

Leather, Oak

Vintage Double Wide Oak and Suede Backgammon Table, 1980s USA

$9,500

Louis XIV Style Center Table Painted by Artist Ira Yeager

By Ira Yeager

Located in Rio Vista, CA

large gilt rosettes on the sides. The legs are conjoined by x-form stretchers with a finial in the

Category

20th Century French Louis XIV Center Tables

Materials

Wood

Louis XIV Style Center Table Painted by Artist Ira Yeager

$7,000

Spanish Oak and Leather Stool in Turquoise Patina, 1940s

Located in Barcelona, ES

frame with large nail-heads Patinated in turquoise blue color. This piece will be a nice addition to any

Category

20th Century Spanish Brutalist Stools

Materials

Iron

Spanish Oak and Leather Stool in Turquoise Patina, 1940s

$2,125

Gervasoni Small Log Sections of Beech Trunk Side Table in White by Paola Navone

By Paola Navone, Gervasoni

Located in Brooklyn, NY

size options: Medium, large Available in other finish option: Black Quick Ship: Log S / M / L

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Beech

Gervasoni Small Log Sections of Beech Trunk Side Table in White by Paola Navone

$563 / item

Soda Blown Murano Glass Low Coffee Table in Blue Light by Yiannis Ghikas

By Yiannis Ghikas, Miniforms

Located in Brooklyn, NY

shaped by three master glassmakers. The result is a single volume of glass with three large petals

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Blown Glass

Soda Blown Murano Glass Low Coffee Table in Blue Light by Yiannis Ghikas

$3,270 / item

21st Century Elena Salmistraro Stool LowTable GrigioBilliemi Marble Polyurethane

By Elena Salmistraro

Located in Tezze sul Brenta, IT

, Anodo’s large tripartite base in lacquered polyurethane is now available in eight new colours that reflect

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stools

Materials

Marble

21st Century Elena Salmistraro Stool LowTable GrigioBilliemi Marble Polyurethane

$3,206 / item

French 19th Century Belle Époque Period Kingwood, Tulipwood, Ormolu Side Table

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

legs with beautiful double hoof feet with large finely detailed acanthus leaves, a recessed hammered

Category

Antique 19th Century French Belle Époque Side Tables

Materials

Ormolu

French 19th Century Belle Époque Period Kingwood, Tulipwood, Ormolu Side Table

$19,800

Hand Carved Occasional Side End Lamp Table, 1905 Liberty s London

By Liberty Co.

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Liberty Hand Carved Side Table. Heavily Carved with Large Poppy Flowers. A very good-looking piece

Category

Antique Early 1900s Italian Folk Art Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Hand Carved Occasional Side End Lamp Table, 1905 Liberty s London

$630 Sale Price

53% Off

Gervasoni Medium Brick Side Table in Air Force Blue Top Black Lacquered Oak

By Paola Navone, Gervasoni

Located in Brooklyn, NY

: Natural lacquered American walnut; bleached oak, white, grey Available in other size options: Large

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Gervasoni Medium Brick Side Table in Air Force Blue Top Black Lacquered Oak

$1,625 / item

Modern Minimal Hexagonal Table by Costantini, Pergamino Hex Chico, In Stock

By Costantini

Located in New York, NY

to form larger modular pieces. The Pergamino Hex employs sustainably sourced goatskin from Argentina

Category

2010s Argentine Modern Side Tables

Materials

Goatskin, Wood

Modern Minimal Hexagonal Table by Costantini, Pergamino Hex Chico, In Stock

$2,000 / item

Bamboo Rattan Nesting Tables with Smoked Glass Top

Located in Barcelona, ES

. On sale as a set of two. Measures: Large 34,5 cm W x 24,5 cm D x 43,5 cm H Small 26,5 cm W x

Category

20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Glass, Smoked Glass

Bamboo Rattan Nesting Tables with Smoked Glass Top

$2,007 / set

Almost Pair of Karl Springer Style Low Tables

By Karl Springer

Located in Locust Valley, NY

raffia. Larger table measures 36 inches wide, 18 inches deep, 12 inches high, and smaller table measures

Category

Mid-20th Century Side Tables

Materials

Raffia

Almost Pair of Karl Springer Style Low Tables

$3,840 / set

Italian 19th Century Walnut Drum Table with Single Door and Bookmatched Top

Located in Atlanta, GA

it is beautiful. The door opens to reveal a discreet area ideal for storing larger items, while the

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Italian 19th Century Walnut Drum Table with Single Door and Bookmatched Top

$3,750

Gervasoni Small Next Side Table in Cast Aluminium Top with Base by Paola Navone

By Paola Navone, Gervasoni

Located in Brooklyn, NY

polished aluminium Dimension: Ø 80 x 35 H cm Available in other size options: Medium, large Quick Ship

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Gervasoni Small Next Side Table in Cast Aluminium Top with Base by Paola Navone

$2,503 / item

Artisanal Ceramic Side Table

By Project 213A

Located in Macieira de Sarnes, PT

colours are available upon request. We have a large variety of colours available in the studio ranging

Category

2010s Portuguese Modern Side Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Artisanal Ceramic Side Table

$2,137 / item

Art Deco American Streamline Glass Top Side Table, circa 1930

Located in Bernville, PA

supporting a larger glass top. Dimensions 24.5 inches long 12 inches wide and 22 inches high.

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Glass, Maple

Art Deco American Streamline Glass Top Side Table, circa 1930

$2,450

Pair of Low Profile Industrial Stainless Steel End Tables / Pedestals

Located in San Diego, CA

to be large pedestals for art work. The pieces are in very good condition and measure 30"W x 30"D x

Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Pair of Low Profile Industrial Stainless Steel End Tables / Pedestals

$2,000 Sale Price / set

20% Off

Gervasoni Small Brick Side Table in Dove Grey Lacquered by Paola Navone

By Paola Navone, Gervasoni

Located in Brooklyn, NY

; bleached oak; white, grey, air force blue or black lacquered oak Available in other size options: Large

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Gervasoni Small Brick Side Table in Dove Grey Lacquered by Paola Navone

$987 / item

Solid Dark Oak Ina Nesting Side Table 19"Dia by Mary Ratcliffe Studio

By Mary Ratcliffe

Located in Toronto, ON

and can supply a rate for this on request. Our larger & fragile works will be custom crated & packed

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Ash, Oak, Walnut

Solid Dark Oak Ina Nesting Side Table 19"Dia by Mary Ratcliffe Studio

$3,416 / item

Solid Dark Oak Ina Nesting Side Table 25"Dia by Mary Ratcliffe Studio

By Mary Ratcliffe

Located in Toronto, ON

and can supply a rate for this on request. Our larger & fragile works will be custom crated & packed

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Ash, Oak, Walnut

Solid Dark Oak Ina Nesting Side Table 25"Dia by Mary Ratcliffe Studio

$3,499 / item

Acerbis Medium Gong Side Table in Matt Painted Gunmetal Top with Frame

By Gianfranco Frattini, Acerbis

Located in Brooklyn, NY

bronze MT14, Brushed brass MT15 Available in other size options: Small, large, extra large Available in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Acerbis Medium Gong Side Table in Matt Painted Gunmetal Top with Frame

$2,820 / item

Acerbis Small Gong Side Table in Matt Painted Orbital Bronze Top with Frame

By Gianfranco Frattini, Acerbis

Located in Brooklyn, NY

MT13, Brushed brass MT15 Available in other size options: Medium, large, extra large Available in other

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Acerbis Small Gong Side Table in Matt Painted Orbital Bronze Top with Frame

$2,919 / item

Vintage Contemporary Wood Trunk Side Table

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

the middle. Glass top with a large brass knob that screws the glass into place. Chic in its simplicity

Category

Late 20th Century North American Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Vintage Contemporary Wood Trunk Side Table

$950

Beautiful 1950ies French modern tripod wicker magazine stand or side table

By Edition Rougier, Janine Abraham / Dirk Jan Rol

Located in Offenburg, Baden Wurthemberg

because of it‘s unique, sculptural character. The wicker is bend in a spiral forming a large bowl, resting

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Beautiful 1950ies French modern tripod wicker magazine stand or side table

$1,068

John Dickinson Mid-Century Modern Style Sculpted Africa Side / End Table, Signed

By Sutherland, John Dickinson

Located in Manhasset, NY

occasional table signed John Dickinson for Sutherland. The conical top above three stylized large shaped legs

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Plaster, Paint

John Dickinson Mid-Century Modern Style Sculpted Africa Side / End Table, Signed

$11,600 Sale Price

20% Off

Rustic Adirondack Twig Branch Stand Cabin Side Table Heart Bent Wood Motif

Located in Clifton Forge, VA

This is a really great Adirondack table with a large bent wood 5 twig heart on the front. I love a

Category

Early 20th Century American Adirondack Side Tables

Materials

Twig, Wood, Paint

Rustic Adirondack Twig Branch Stand Cabin Side Table Heart Bent Wood Motif

$840

Andrianna Shamaris Impressive Petrified Wood Side Table or Pedestal

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

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

Category

2010s Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood, Petrified Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Impressive Petrified Wood Side Table or Pedestal

$8,900

Gervasoni Medium Log Sections of Beech Trunk Side Table in White by Paola Navone

By Gervasoni, Paola Navone

Located in Brooklyn, NY

: White Dimension: Ø 18 x 42 H cm Available in other size options: Small, large Available in other finish

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Beech

Gervasoni Medium Log Sections of Beech Trunk Side Table in White by Paola Navone

$624 / item

Triptych Nesting Tables in Monaco Brown Marble with Cedar Green Frame

By Please Wait to be Seated, All The Way To Paris

Located in Brooklyn, NY

. Medium table: W. 37 x D. 47 x H. 36 cm. Large table: W. 37 x D. 57 x H. 41 cm.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking ...

Materials

Marble

Triptych Nesting Tables in Monaco Brown Marble with Cedar Green Frame

$1,197 / set

Gervasoni Small Log Sections of Beech Trunk Side Table in Black by Paola Navone

By Gervasoni, Paola Navone

Located in Brooklyn, NY

: Black Dimension: Ø 18 x 32 H cm Available in other size options: Medium, large Available in other finish

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Beech

Gervasoni Small Log Sections of Beech Trunk Side Table in Black by Paola Navone

$530 / item

Exquisite Early English Lowboy

Located in Greenwich, CT

An exquisite early English walnut lowboy of one larger and two smaller drawers, exhibiting fine

Category

Antique 1740s English Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Exquisite Early English Lowboy

$8,900

Pair of Italian Side Tables

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Pair of large side tables possibly made in Italy. Each table comes with the original glass top to

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Wood

Pair of Italian Side Tables

$3,900

Charlotte Perriand 527 Mexique Table by Cassina

By Charlotte Perriand, Cassina

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

create larger, symmetrical units. In 1952, the wooden legs were replaced by triangular-section bent metal

Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Charlotte Perriand 527 Mexique Table by Cassina

$7,719 / 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 called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
Side tables are often simply called side tables. If positioned on either end of a sofa or loveseat, you might refer to them as end tables. General terms for side tables and other tables commonly used in seating areas include occasional tables and accent tables. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of side tables.
What are side tables used for?
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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 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.
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 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.
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 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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