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

Antique Late 19th Century French Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

Antique Pair French Ormolu Mounted Parquetry Occasional Tables 19th Century

$3,456 / set

Antique Swedish Primitive 19th century Folk Art Table

By Craft and Folk Art Museum

Located in Hillringsberg, SE

one single large drawer and straight legs without decorations. The table is in untouched original

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Primitive Side Tables

Materials

Pine

Antique Swedish Primitive 19th century Folk Art Table

$3,351

PAIR OF FRENCH CIRCA 1950 S CHERRYWOOD GLASS RENE PROU ATTRIUBTED SIDE TABLEs

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

French Cherrywood Glass Rene Prou attributed hand carved round large occasional side tables Please

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Glass, Cherry

PAIR OF FRENCH CIRCA 1950 S CHERRYWOOD GLASS RENE PROU ATTRIUBTED SIDE TABLEs

$5,461 / set

Side tables - Paolo Buffa

By Paolo Buffa

Located in Paris, FR

Pair of large side tables by Paolo Buffa - Italy, 1940s Each table features a geometric design on

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Suede, Wood

Side tables - Paolo Buffa

$9,335 / set

Chinese Rosewood Low Table c.1890-1900

Located in Bishop s Stortford, GB

sophistication to any room. Its compact size makes it perfect for cozy nooks or as a stylish accent in larger

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Side Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Chinese Rosewood Low Table c.1890-1900

$684

An Unusual Sheraton Period Satinwood Demilune Side Table

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

currently offering a large number of late 18th and early 19th century hunting coat buttons made by the firm

Category

Antique 18th Century English George III Side Tables

Materials

Satinwood

An Unusual Sheraton Period Satinwood Demilune Side Table

$16,511

Refinished Vintage Danish Modern Solid Teak Square Coffee Table

By Dyrlund

Located in Chattanooga, TN

Premium quality vintage Danish Modern square coffee table or large side table. This piece is built

Category

Vintage 1970s Canadian Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Teak

Refinished Vintage Danish Modern Solid Teak Square Coffee Table

$1,195

Interior Designer Howard Verbeck s 19th C. Louis XVI Marble Buillotte Side Table

Located in Peoria, AZ

an intricate part of history and stories accompany them that make them larger than life. Howard

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Louis XVI Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Interior Designer Howard Verbeck s 19th C. Louis XVI Marble Buillotte Side Table

$5,600 Sale Price

70% Off

Italian Modern Iron And Bronze Table

By Osvaldo Borsani, Guglielmo Ulrich, Ico Parisi, Gio Ponti, Paolo Buffa

Located in Houston, TX

table for between two chairs, a sofa or loveseat and large enough for a lamp, accessories and to set a

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Travertine, Bronze, Iron

Italian Modern Iron And Bronze Table

$3,450

Italian Rare Three Tier Oval End Table on Casters in Burl Wood Brass

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

use, the wood and brass have been recently polished. Please view all large photos for details.

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Hollywood Regency Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Italian Rare Three Tier Oval End Table on Casters in Burl Wood Brass

$2,750

Iconic Mid-Century "Module" Nesting Tables by Gerald Easden in Teak, c.1960s

By Gerald Easden, Module

Located in TORQUAY, AU

wear consistent with age and gentle use. Dimensions: Large: H 470 x W 770 x D 470 mm Medium: H 410 x W

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Teak

Iconic Mid-Century "Module" Nesting Tables by Gerald Easden in Teak, c.1960s

$1,450

Cantilever L White Carrara Marble Side Table

By Scapin Collezioni

Located in Milan, IT

Cantilever L is a large oval side table featuring a distinctive cantilevered top supported by a

Category

2010s Italian Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Cantilever L White Carrara Marble Side Table

$5,105 / item

Andrianna Shamaris Rustic Hand-Carved Side Table, Wabi-Sabi Style

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

An unusually large diameter on this rustic side table or coffee table. Hand carved from a single

Category

2010s Rustic Side Tables

Materials

Reclaimed Wood, Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Rustic Hand-Carved Side Table, Wabi-Sabi Style

$2,250

French Tilt-Top Table de Vendange or Wine Tasting Table

Located in Houston, TX

French tilt-top 'table de vendange,' or wine-tasting table circa 1870-1910. Large round top

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Side Tables

Materials

Fabric, Oak, Bentwood

French Tilt-Top Table de Vendange or Wine Tasting Table

$4,600

Trophy: glacé

By Henry Baumann

Located in Philadelphia, PA

, from large-scale conceptual sculptures to intimate pieces of furniture design and lighting, showcasing

Category

2010s German Side Tables

Materials

Resin

Trophy: glacé

$5,900

Trophy (Mother of Pearl)

By Henry Baumann

Located in Philadelphia, PA

, from large-scale conceptual sculptures to intimate pieces of furniture design and lighting, showcasing

Category

2010s German Side Tables

Materials

Resin

Trophy (Mother of Pearl)

$5,310

Coastal Vibe Cypress Wood Cube Side Table 15" by Alabama Sawyer

By Alabama Sawyer

Located in Birmingham, AL

large solid volume, expansion and contraction due to temperature variability may occur. Measures: 15" x

Category

2010s American Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Cypress

Coastal Vibe Cypress Wood Cube Side Table 15" by Alabama Sawyer

$565 / item

French Country Side Table, Circa 1800

Located in Doylestown, PA

A simple French Country side table or writing table in cherry with an ebonized top, a large full

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French French Provincial Side Tables

Materials

Cherry

French Country Side Table, Circa 1800

$1,250

19th Century English side table with geometric wood inlay by John Taylor Sons

Located in Meulebeke, BE

table is perfectly sized for smaller rooms or as elegant accent piece in larger rooms.

Category

Antique 19th Century British Romantic Side Tables

Materials

Wood

19th Century English side table with geometric wood inlay by John Taylor Sons

$1,795

Trio of Morrocan Inlaid Tables

Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire

) Dimenions of larger table below Code: 9101 Dimensions: W: 28.5" (72.4 cm) H: 21" (53.3 cm) D: 17.5" (44.5

Category

Early 20th Century Moroccan Side Tables

Materials

Poplar

Trio of Morrocan Inlaid Tables

$3,000 / set

Barbara Barry For Baker Fluted Edge Side Table with Drawer

By Barbara Barry

Located in Los Angeles, CA

bedside table in a guest room. Large enough for a large Table Lamp, books etc. The top when polished

Category

20th Century American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Barbara Barry For Baker Fluted Edge Side Table with Drawer

$1,900

Pair of Neo-classical Cherry Wood Gilt Brass Round Side Tables

Located in Forney, TX

bouillotte guéridon gueridon centre center table occasional accent parlor lamp table large oversized end

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Neoclassical Side Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pair of Neo-classical Cherry Wood Gilt Brass Round Side Tables

$3,600 / set

19th C. Tortoiseshell Bamboo Lacquer Side Table

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

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

Category

Antique 1890s French Napoleon III Side Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Lacquer

19th C. Tortoiseshell Bamboo Lacquer Side Table

$1,840

"Solaris" Solid Wood Side Table by Franco Vattolo for Ibisco, Italy, 1970s

By Ibisco Sedie

Located in Milan, IT

Large minimalist wood table by Franco Vattolo for Ibisco. A second piece is available.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Side Tables

Materials

Wood

"Solaris" Solid Wood Side Table by Franco Vattolo for Ibisco, Italy, 1970s

$933 / item

Early 20th C. French Louis XVI Mahogany Marquetry Card Table with Velvet Top

Located in Dallas, TX

clever “napkin” design and rotates to reveal a larger square surface upholstered with green velvet. Each

Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Game Tables

Materials

Brass

Early 20th C. French Louis XVI Mahogany Marquetry Card Table with Velvet Top

$1,975

2 Drexel Heritage French Louis XVI Provincial Walnut Bedside Chests Nest Tables

By Drexel

Located in Dayton, OH

. Features a rectangular form made from walnut with matchbook crossbanded tops. One of the tables has a large

Category

Vintage 1960s American French Provincial Side Tables

Materials

Brass

2 Drexel Heritage French Louis XVI Provincial Walnut Bedside Chests Nest Tables

$1,440 Sale Price

20% Off

Pair Castle Bromwich Theodore Alexander Reclaimed Wood Side Tables

By Theodore Alexander

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Pair large scale "Castle Bromwich by Hand" French Provincial style side or end tables by Theodore

Category

Late 20th Century American End Tables

Materials

Wood

Pair Castle Bromwich Theodore Alexander Reclaimed Wood Side Tables

$2,200 / set

Set of two Nesting Tables, Black / White Stripes, 50s Style, Kidney Shaped

Located in Berlin, BE

table: 34 cm high / 13.39 inches, 45 cm long / 17.7 inches, 28.5 cm / 11.22 inches widest point - Large

Category

2010s German Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Set of two Nesting Tables, Black / White Stripes, 50s Style, Kidney Shaped

$836 / set

Pair geographical designed square Biosca coffee tables in pine wood, Spain 1960s

Located in Meulebeke, BE

rustic coffee tables or large side tables in pine wood with glass top by Biosca, Spain from the 1960s

Category

Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Glass, Pine

Pair geographical designed square Biosca coffee tables in pine wood, Spain 1960s

$5,984 / set

Pair of Wooden Side Tables with Brass Accents and Custom Glass Top

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in East Freetown, MA

look and brass corner supports. With large ball joints on corners.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Pair of Wooden Side Tables with Brass Accents and Custom Glass Top

$999 / set

Hans Wegner, Telephone Table, Made by Johannes Hansen, 1950s

By Johannes Hansen, Hans J. Wegner

Located in Wargrave, Berkshire

left side above two drawers and a larger hanging file drawer to right side, steel recessed handles

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Hans Wegner, Telephone Table, Made by Johannes Hansen, 1950s

$15,901

Charlie Sheppard Handmade Mosaic Square Side Table

Located in London, GB

, Charlie Sheppard’s practice focuses on mosaics — both ceramic surfaces and large-scale murals — united by

Category

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

Materials

Steel

Charlie Sheppard Handmade Mosaic Square Side Table

$4,148

7103 Snack Table designed by Edward Wormley for DUNBAR

By Edward Wormley

Located in High Point, NC

that can be reconfigured as needed. The modest footprint allows it to slip into spaces where larger

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Ash, Walnut

7103 Snack Table designed by Edward Wormley for DUNBAR

$3,950 / item

Cocktail Table Pair Modern Hand-Shaped Round Handmade Blackened and Waxed Steel

By J.M. Szymanski

Located in Bronx, NY

Table No. 3 - Nesting Set J.M. Szymanski d. 2017 Large Table: 12'' D x 23'' H Small Table: 8'' D x

Category

2010s American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel, Iron

Cocktail Table Pair Modern Hand-Shaped Round Handmade Blackened and Waxed Steel

$4,945 / item

Antique Spanish side table from the late 18th century with a drawer

Located in Harderwijk, NL

. The table includes a large drawer, offering ample storage space. Given its age, it shows normal signs

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Classical Roman Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique Spanish side table from the late 18th century with a drawer

$1,340

Circa 1890 English Sutherland Table With Fretwork Side Panels

By Sutherland

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

top adds great visual interest open or closed. Large, useful shaped lower tier for books, etc. 33.75

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Side Tables

Materials

Satinwood

Circa 1890 English Sutherland Table With Fretwork Side Panels

$985

Minimalist Cerused Oak Nightstand by Russel Wright

By Russel Wright

Located in Pasadena, CA

large drawers with integrated handles. Its minimalist proportions, the wood employed, and rich grain are

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Minimalist Cerused Oak Nightstand by Russel Wright

$950

Unique Primitive Wooden Table with Carved Legs

Located in Brooklyn, NY

, who chose eclectic furnishings from all over the world. Large and solid enough to display a sculpture

Category

Antique 19th Century Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Unique Primitive Wooden Table with Carved Legs

$2,750

Eero Aarnio Small Walnut Parabel Table in STOCK

By Eero Aarnio

Located in New York, NY

Cologne, Germany in January 2002. The table is made of fibreglass and comes in three sizes; small, large

Category

2010s Finnish Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Eero Aarnio Small Walnut Parabel Table in STOCK

$395 Sale Price

74% Off

Pair of Brass and Chrome Romeo Rega Style Coffee Tables, Italy, 1970s

By Romeo Rega

Located in Milan, IT

Pair of large coffee tables in the style of Romeo Rega. Brass and chrome finish pieces with glass

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Pair of Brass and Chrome Romeo Rega Style Coffee Tables, Italy, 1970s

$2,262 / set

Mid-Century Modern Italian Art Glass Nesting Tables Set of 3

By Gio Ponti

Located in Port Jervis, NY

pegs, no nails or screws. Excellent and well thought out craftsmanship. Larger table is 27.25 in height

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Glass, Maple

Mid-Century Modern Italian Art Glass Nesting Tables Set of 3

$2,195 / set

Rolf Rastad Adolf Relling for Gustav Bahus Solid Teak Coffee Tables

By Adolf Relling and Rolf Rastad

Located in Oakland, CA

. Handcrafted of solid teak raised on sculpted turned legs, set includes one large round coffee table and two

Category

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

Materials

Teak

Rolf Rastad Adolf Relling for Gustav Bahus Solid Teak Coffee Tables

$4,800 / set

1970s Rolling Axelsens Mobelfabrik for W&B Mobler Teak Bedside Table/Cabinet

Located in Philadelphia, PA

sits on castors, it also features a small drawer, a larger compartment space below, and a hidden leaf

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Modern Side Tables

Materials

Teak

1970s Rolling Axelsens Mobelfabrik for W&B Mobler Teak Bedside Table/Cabinet

$1,500

Sculptural Round Table Mango Wood, Espresso Finish, Modern Organic

Located in Jimbaran, Bali

any space. It features a tapered base and large round table top. This table was crafted from a solid

Category

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

Materials

Wood, Fruitwood

Sculptural Round Table Mango Wood, Espresso Finish, Modern Organic

$2,200 / item

Turkish Handmade Reticulated Tray on a Mid-Century Modern Side Table Base

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Fabulous large reticulated hand-hammered tray. Tin over copper with a stunning amount of hand

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Turkish Tribal Side Tables

Materials

Copper, Tin

Turkish Handmade Reticulated Tray on a Mid-Century Modern Side Table Base

$795

1960s H Engholm and Svend Aage Willumsen for Fritz Hansen Foldable Tray Table

By Hans Engholm, Fritz Hansen, Svend Willumsen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

foldable four-legged stand. This piece was retailed at a store named Illum Bolighus, a large interiors

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel

1960s H Engholm and Svend Aage Willumsen for Fritz Hansen Foldable Tray Table

$1,500

Miller Coffee Table with Murano glass top from Hessentia Cornelio Cappellini

By HESSENTIA

Located in Carson, CA

difficulties inherent in a casting process aimed at obtaining a large and thick glass top, make this piece a

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Miller Coffee Table with Murano glass top from Hessentia Cornelio Cappellini

$4,518 Sale Price

20% Off

Freeform Brass Clad Side Table - IV

Located in Los Angeles, CA

, perfect on their own or grouped together to form one larger table. Dimensions 21.5" width x 13.5" depth x

Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Side Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass, Copper

Freeform Brass Clad Side Table - IV

$2,500

Freeform Brass Clad Side Table - III

Located in Los Angeles, CA

, perfect on their own or grouped together to form one larger table. Dimensions 22.5" width x 13" depth x

Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Side Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass, Copper

Freeform Brass Clad Side Table - III

$2,500

Freeform Brass Clad Side Table - I

Located in Los Angeles, CA

, perfect on their own or grouped together to form one larger table. Dimensions 19" width x 12.75" depth x

Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Side Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass, Copper

Freeform Brass Clad Side Table - I

$2,500

Shaker Tripod Table, Shaker Style in Painted Steel by Jim Rose

By Jim Rose

Located in Chicago, IL

1988 Student at Large, Welding Technology, Triton College, Chicago, IL 1985 Undergraduate Photography

Category

Early 2000s American Shaker End Tables

Materials

Steel

Shaker Tripod Table, Shaker Style in Painted Steel by Jim Rose

$5,500

Mid-Century Modern Danish Rosewood Three-Drawer Side End Table

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Slender, simple and elegant 3-drawer rosewood table. Two drawers on the left and a larger full size

Category

Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Mid-Century Modern Danish Rosewood Three-Drawer Side End Table

$895

Pair of side tables, marble top, 20th century

Located in Nice, FR

pair of tables can be paired with a large coffee table (pictured in my 1St Dibs business profile).

Category

Vintage 1970s Aesthetic Movement Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Pair of side tables, marble top, 20th century

$4,188 / set

French Gilt Bronze Gueridon Side Table, manner of Maison Jansen ca. 1930s

By Maison Jansen

Located in Shippensburg, PA

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

Category

20th Century French Hollywood Regency Side Tables

Materials

Bronze

French Gilt Bronze Gueridon Side Table, manner of Maison Jansen ca. 1930s

$9,600

Super Georgian Mahogany Side Table

Located in Swadlincote, GB

welcome to collect at our large warehouse and showrooms in Derbyshire (20 minutes north of Birmingham). We

Category

Antique 18th Century English George III Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Super Georgian Mahogany Side Table

$2,067

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

By Kifu Augousti

Located in New York, NY

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

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Brass

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

$10,295 / set

Rustic Style Solid Pine Cube Side Salvaged Pine by Alabama Sawyer 15"x15"x15"

By Alabama Sawyer

Located in Birmingham, AL

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

Category

2010s American Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Pine

Rustic Style Solid Pine Cube Side Salvaged Pine by Alabama Sawyer 15"x15"x15"

$700 / 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?
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.
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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