What are low tables called?

Low tables are usually called coffee tables. The name comes from the table height being designed to make it easy to place something, such as a cup of coffee, on the tabletop while seated on a sofa. Alternatively, people may refer to these low tables as cocktail tables. Explore a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.

Can a coffee table be too low?

Yes, a coffee table can be too low. Most experts recommend choosing a coffee table that is around one to two inches lower than the seat height of your sofa or loveseat. You may find it difficult to access items on the tabletop while seated if you choose a shorter table. In addition, an overly low coffee table can make a room feel cramped or unbalanced. However, there are exceptions to this rule. Sometimes, designers intentionally place ultra-low coffee tables in spaces to create a bold contrast in a large room. Feel free to break from convention when choosing a coffee table. What's most important is that the finished result appeals to you and allows you to enjoy your seating area to the fullest. Shop a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary coffee tables on 1stDibs.

Why are console tables so low?

Console tables are not low. Typically, consoles are about the height of a desk but are much narrower. As a result, they work well against walls and can be used to hold lamps and decorative objects. While modern console tables commonly feature four legs, you can still find the two-legged variety, which is ideal for nestling behind the sofa. Some also feature shelves for display and storage space or cabinet doors and drawers for hiding clutter. Find vintage console tables on 1stDibs.

Why are Japanese dining tables low?

The chabudai, or the short Japanese dining table makes the most of limited space by serving many functions in a Japanese home. They often feature collapsible legs so they can be stored. Diners sit on pillows on the floor, rather than chairs, again freeing up more space by not having bulky chairs. Shop a collection of Japanese furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Why are modern coffee tables so low?

Modern coffee tables tend to be low because they’re most commonly placed in front of couches and chairs. Historically, coffee tables were placed behind the couch which necessitated a taller table. Over time, as styles changed and coffee tables came to be positioned in front of couches, their heights were lowered to accommodate the modern arrangement. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage and contemporary coffee tables from some of the world’s top sellers.

What are side tables used for?

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

What are nesting side tables?

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

What size should a side table be?

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

What are side tables called?

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

Is 12 inches too low for a coffee table?

No, 12 inches isn’t necessarily too low for a coffee table. For balance, choose a coffee table that is about two to four inches lower than the seat of the largest piece of furniture around it. Usually, this will be the sofa. If your sofa’s seat is 14 to 16 inches high, a 12-inch coffee table will likely be in proportion. Find an assortment of 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 is the difference between a side table and a coffee table?

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

How can you tell if a side table is antique?

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

What is a tall side table called?

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

What are tiny side tables called?

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

Should a side table be lower than a sofa?

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

Low Side Tables

Shimmer Table

Dining Table With Metal Inlay

Category

Antique 19th Century Dutch Chinoiserie Side Tables

Materials

Beech

Late 19th Century Dutch Black Gilt Japanned Low Etagere

$3,102

Low Indian Green Marble Contemporary Guéridon, Sebastian Herkner

By Sebastian Herkner

Located in Geneve, CH

Low indian green marble contemporary guéridon, Sebastian Herkner Dimensions: D 70 x H 33 cm

Category

2010s French Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Metal

Low Indian Green Marble Contemporary Guéridon, Sebastian Herkner

$5,090 / item

Low Black Marquina Marble Contemporary Guéridon, Sebastian Herkner

By Sebastian Herkner

Located in Geneve, CH

Low black marquina marble contemporary guéridon, Sebastian Herkner Dimensions: D 70 x H 33 cm

Category

2010s French Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Metal

Low Black Marquina Marble Contemporary Guéridon, Sebastian Herkner

$4,395 / item

Low Black Marquina Marble Contemporary Guéridon, Sebastian Herkner

By Sebastian Herkner

Located in Geneve, CH

Low black marquina marble contemporary guéridon, Sebastian Herkner Dimensions: D 70 x H 33 cm

Category

2010s French Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Metal

Low Black Marquina Marble Contemporary Guéridon, Sebastian Herkner

$4,395 / item

Low Black Marquina Marble Contemporary Guéridon, Sebastian Herkner

By Sebastian Herkner

Located in Geneve, CH

Low black marquina marble contemporary guéridon, Sebastian Herkner Dimensions: D 70 x H 33 cm

Category

2010s French Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Copper

Low Black Marquina Marble Contemporary Guéridon, Sebastian Herkner

$5,929 / item

Low Indian Green Marble Contemporary Guéridon, Sebastian Herkner

By Sebastian Herkner

Located in Geneve, CH

Low indian green marble contemporary guéridon, Sebastian Herkner Dimensions: D 70 x H 33 cm

Category

2010s French Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Metal

Low Indian Green Marble Contemporary Guéridon, Sebastian Herkner

$5,090 / item

Low Indian Green Marble Contemporary Guéridon, Sebastian Herkner

By Sebastian Herkner

Located in Geneve, CH

Low indian green marble contemporary guéridon, Sebastian Herkner. Dimensions: D 70 x H 33 cm

Category

2010s French Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Copper

Low Indian Green Marble Contemporary Guéridon, Sebastian Herkner

$6,623 / item

Low Indian Green Marble Contemporary Guéridon, Sebastian Herkner

By Sebastian Herkner

Located in Geneve, CH

Low indian green marble contemporary guéridon, Sebastian Herkner Dimensions: D 70 x H 33 cm

Category

2010s French Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Metal

Low Indian Green Marble Contemporary Guéridon, Sebastian Herkner

$5,090 / item

French Art Déco Side Table with Iron Frame and Portoro Marble Top. 1920s.

Located in Köln, NW

Fine low Art Déco Side Table. France 1920s. Octagonal heavy overlaying Portoro Marble top. The

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Metal

French Art Déco Side Table with Iron Frame and Portoro Marble Top. 1920s.

$1,676

Pair of 1960s Heritage Oval Side Tables w/ Pecky Walnut Tops and Gilt Iron Bases

By Heritage Furniture

Located in Camden, ME

scaled as end tables, side tables, or low cocktail tables. Each measures approximately 28" L × 20" W × 16

Category

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

Materials

Metal, Iron

Pair of 1960s Heritage Oval Side Tables w/ Pecky Walnut Tops and Gilt Iron Bases

$4,200 / set

Art Deco Side Tables of Chrome with Oval Glass Tops in the Josef Hoffman Style

By Josef Hoffmann

Located in Austin, TX

A pair of Art Deco coffee table or low stands (end tables or side tables) - each table featuring an

Category

20th Century Austrian Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Metal, Steel, Chrome

Art Deco Side Tables of Chrome with Oval Glass Tops in the Josef Hoffman Style

$3,895 / item

Pair of Spanish Nightstands with One Drawer and Low Shelve

Located in Miami, FL

Spanish nightstands or side tables with one drawer and low shelve. Very heavy nightstands with

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Spanish Nightstands with One Drawer and Low Shelve

$3,900 / set

Vintage Marble Pair of Low Pedestals

Located in North Hollywood, CA

. Can be used as pedestals or low side tables

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Pedestals

Materials

Marble

Vintage Marble Pair of Low Pedestals

$1,280 Sale Price

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Facet Cabinet Low, Misty Blue, ABS by Stefan Scholten for Hay

By HAY

Located in Dubai, AE

in the bedroom and side table in the sitting room to a stationery organizer in the home office. Made

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Plastic

Facet Cabinet Low, Misty Blue, ABS by Stefan Scholten for Hay

$239 / item

"Leopoldo" coffee table by A.Citterio G.O. Löw for Kartell - Italy - 1990s

By Antonio Citterio

Located in Milano, IT

Il tavolino Leopoldo, ideato negli anni '90 da Antonio Citterio e Glen Löw per Kartell, è una

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Aluminum

"Leopoldo" coffee table by A.Citterio G.O. Löw for Kartell - Italy - 1990s

$1,236 Sale Price

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Bel Air Table by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Being cast in solid bronze, this table stands apart from your typical table. It works well as a low

Category

2010s American Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Bel Air Table by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

$7,550

1970s Willy Rizzo Square Two-Tiered Coffee Table

By Willy Rizzo

Located in New York, NY

A square French two-tiered low side tables with chrome and gunmetal finish metal and smokey glass

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Chrome

1970s Willy Rizzo Square Two-Tiered Coffee Table

$2,400

Kartell Undique Table by Patricia Urquiola

By Patricia Urquiola, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

UNDIQUE is a collection of side and low tables, designed to form islands of conviviality in the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Kartell Undique Table by Patricia Urquiola

$1,249 / item

1970s Art Deco Design Green Marble Cream White Lacquered Coffee Table / Bench

Located in New York, NY

that can be moved easily around and used as a banquette, coffee table, low side table and even as a

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

1970s Art Deco Design Green Marble Cream White Lacquered Coffee Table / Bench

$4,950

Pair of Japanese Samurai Saddle Leather Tables with Gold Checkerboard Motif

Located in Troy, MI

depth 17.25 inch height Versatile in placement as low coffee tables or occasional side tables

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood

Pair of Japanese Samurai Saddle Leather Tables with Gold Checkerboard Motif

$7,000 / set

French Coffee Table in Wrought Iron and Copper

Located in Barcelona, ES

cm height (23.81 in diameter x 16.92 in height) Side Table // Low Table // Center Table // End

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Wrought Iron, Copper, Iron

French Coffee Table in Wrought Iron and Copper

$3,533

Hollywood Regency Brass and Italian Carrara Marble Tables, Pair

Located in Miami, FL

ornate 1950s brass and white Carrera marble-topped low tables. The sides of the tables are edged with

Category

Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass

Hollywood Regency Brass and Italian Carrara Marble Tables, Pair

$895 Sale Price / set

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Bamboo Rattan and Brass Bedside Tables by Dal Vera, Italy, 1970s

By Dal Vera

Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR

bedside bedroom end side low tables or nightstands by the manufacture Dal Vera. Original stamp of the

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Bamboo Rattan and Brass Bedside Tables by Dal Vera, Italy, 1970s

$4,312 / set

Pair of John Richard Gilt Iron Accent Tables with Black Granite Tops

Located in Seaford, GB

John Richard Pair of Granite Gilt Metal Side Tables – Luxury Vintage Accent Tables Elegant Design

Category

20th Century British Hollywood Regency Side Tables

Materials

Granite

Pair of John Richard Gilt Iron Accent Tables with Black Granite Tops

$4,227

NEW Norr11 Gear Chalk Table by Kristian Sofus Hansen Tommy Hyldahl in STOCK

By Tommy Hyldahl, Kristian Sofus Hansen, Norr11

Located in New York, NY

In STOCK - CHALK SIDE TABLE Comes as a tall side table or low coffee table. Fiber concrete This

Category

2010s European Side Tables

Materials

Concrete

NEW Norr11 Gear Chalk Table by Kristian Sofus Hansen Tommy Hyldahl in STOCK

$567 Sale Price / item

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"Antelmo" Contemporary Side Table II, Handmade

By Ad Hoc

Located in Metepec, MX

cedar solid wood and brass. Low side table “Antelmo III”: Tzalam solid wood and copper.

Category

2010s Mexican Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass, Copper, Stainless Steel

"Antelmo" Contemporary Side Table II, Handmade

$630 / item

Marango Low Table by Alberto Smania for Smania Studio Interni, Italy

By Smania

Located in Conversano, IT

Stunning low side table from the prestigious “Marango” series designed by Alberto Smania for Smania

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Leather, Silk, Cane

Marango Low Table by Alberto Smania for Smania Studio Interni, Italy

$778

"Antelmo" Contemporary Side Table I, Handmade Mexican Design

By Ad Hoc

Located in Metepec, MX

cedar solid wood and brass. Low side table “Antelmo III”: Tzalam solid wood and copper.

Category

2010s Mexican Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass, Copper, Stainless Steel

"Antelmo" Contemporary Side Table I, Handmade Mexican Design

$580 / item

Late Qing Dynasty Low Kang Waterfall Table with Drawers and Brass Plates

Located in Yonkers, NY

of the 20th century, this low table, which could nowadays be used as a coffee table or a low side

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Late Qing Dynasty Low Kang Waterfall Table with Drawers and Brass Plates

$2,790

Pair of Marango Low Tables by Alberto Smania for Smania Studio Interni, Italy

By Smania

Located in Conversano, IT

Stunning pair of low side tables from the prestigious “Marango” series designed by Alberto Smania

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Leather, Silk, Cane

Pair of Marango Low Tables by Alberto Smania for Smania Studio Interni, Italy

$1,557 / set

Low Chinese Rootwood Side Table

Located in Chicago, IL

The organic form of this rootwood side table would have appealed to the refined tastes of Ming and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Organic Modern End Tables

Materials

Wood

Low Chinese Rootwood Side Table

$1,980

Antique Italian Louis XV Rocaille Style Bombe Demilune Table

Located in Forney, TX

a wall console, hall foyer or entry table, or demilune low side table. The piece is interesting and

Category

Early 20th Century Italian Louis XV Console Tables

Materials

Giltwood

Antique Italian Louis XV Rocaille Style Bombe Demilune Table

$1,995

Antique African Wooden Chair or Side Table

Located in New York, NY

Hand carved wooden chair from the Ivory Coast of Africa. This can also be used as a low side table

Category

Antique 19th Century Ivorian Primitive Chairs

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Antique African Wooden Chair or Side Table

$690

Jean Side Tables Tall and Low

By Mambo Unlimited Ideas

Located in Lisbon, PT

Jean side tables are unique in their conception. The combination of three different marbles make

Category

2010s Portuguese Brutalist End Tables

Materials

Marble

Jean Side Tables Tall and Low

$2,532 / set

English 18thC Oak Low Boy Side Table

Located in Staffordshire, GB

circa 1780 English 18thC Oak Low Boy Side Table sku 2146 W85.5 x D52.5 x H71 cm Weight 19Kg

Category

Antique 18th Century Lowboys

Materials

Oak

English 18thC Oak Low Boy Side Table

$4,022

Antelmo Coffee Table III

By Ad Hoc

Located in Metepec, MX

cedar solid wood and brass. Low side table “Antelmo III”: Tzalam solid wood and copper.

Category

2010s Mexican Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass, Copper, Stainless Steel

Antelmo Coffee Table III

$1,020 / item

Antique Low Cocktail Side Table

Located in New York, NY

Antique Low Cocktail Table.. A classically styled and composed Chinese antique low table of Qing

Category

Antique 1890s Chinese Qing Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Antique Low Cocktail Side Table

$750

African Wooden Chair or Side Table

Located in New York, NY

can also be used as a low side table. A piece of art. We only source the best. This chair was

Category

Antique 19th Century Ivorian Primitive Chairs

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

African Wooden Chair or Side Table

$1,290

Vintage Coastal Lacquered Stick Rattan Coffee Table After Henry Olko

By Henry Olko

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

it incredibly versatile—ideal as a chic low side table, a stylish stand for a large plant or

Category

Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Rattan, Glass, Lacquer

Vintage Coastal Lacquered Stick Rattan Coffee Table After Henry Olko

$2,950

African Wooden Chair or Side Table, Ivory Coast

Located in New York, NY

can also be used as a low side table. A piece of art. This chair was sourced in the spirit of wabi

Category

Antique 19th Century Ivorian Organic Modern Chairs

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

African Wooden Chair or Side Table, Ivory Coast

$1,890

Japanese Antique Low Table 1860s-1900s / Side Table Sofa Table Wabisabi

By Axel Vervoordt

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

This is an old Japanese low table in a primitive style, made simply by placing an aged wooden board

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Primitive Sofa Tables

Materials

Wood

Japanese Antique Low Table 1860s-1900s / Side Table Sofa Table Wabisabi

$2,800

African Wooden Chair or Side Table, Ivory Coast

Located in New York, NY

with 6 hand carved bevelled legs and motif on the back rest. This can also be used as a low side table

Category

Antique 19th Century Ivorian Primitive Chairs

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

African Wooden Chair or Side Table, Ivory Coast

$1,890

E15 Enoki Low Metal Side Table Designed by Philipp Mainzer

By e15, Philipp Mainzer

Located in New York, NY

he iconic side table ENOKI by Philipp Mainzer is introduced in all metal, highlighting its

Category

2010s German Tables

Materials

Steel

E15 Enoki Low Metal Side Table Designed by Philipp Mainzer

$3,920 / item

E15 Enoki Low Metal Side Table Designed by Philipp Mainzer

By e15, Philipp Mainzer

Located in New York, NY

he iconic side table ENOKI by Philipp Mainzer is introduced in all metal, highlighting its

Category

2010s German Tables

Materials

Steel

E15 Enoki Low Metal Side Table Designed by Philipp Mainzer

$3,920 / item

Vintage Low Kang Table with Horse Hoof Feet and Pierced Sides

Located in Yonkers, NY

A vintage Chinese low kang table from the mid-20th century, with pierced sides and horse hoof feet

Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Tables

Materials

Wood

Vintage Low Kang Table with Horse Hoof Feet and Pierced Sides

$890

Table Rent Low High Low Sofa Side Italian Bologna Sliding Top Walnut Baroque

Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK

- Rare small, low 24" high Bologna rent table with sliding top - Stunning, finely figured 1.5inch

Category

Antique 1650s Italian Baroque Sofa Tables

Materials

Walnut

Table Rent Low High Low Sofa Side Italian Bologna Sliding Top Walnut Baroque

$5,454

Table Low Side Block Open Vintage 1960s Pale Honey

Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK

table, side table or stool Measures: Height 44.5cm Width 44.5cm Depth 44.8cm.

Category

Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Sofa Tables

Materials

Wood

Table Low Side Block Open Vintage 1960s Pale Honey

$3,409

Low Pink Glass Side Table, by Tokujin Yoshioka, in Stock

By Tokujin Yoshioka

Located in Miami, FL

Contemporary low Murano pink glass side table, in stock by Tokujin Yoshioka Pink Murano textured

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern End Tables

Materials

Blown Glass

Low Pink Glass Side Table, by Tokujin Yoshioka, in Stock

$2,800

Low Aqua Glass Side Table, by Tokujin Yoshioka, in Stock

By Tokujin Yoshioka

Located in Miami, FL

Contemporary low Murano aqua glass side table, in stock by Tokujin Yoshioka Aqua Murano textured

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Organic Modern End Tables

Materials

Blown Glass

Low Aqua Glass Side Table, by Tokujin Yoshioka, in Stock

$2,800

E15 Enoki Low Metal Black Side Table Designed by Philipp Mainzer

By e15, Philipp Mainzer

Located in New York, NY

he iconic side table ENOKI by Philipp Mainzer is introduced in all metal, highlighting its

Category

2010s German Tables

Materials

Steel

E15 Enoki Low Metal Black Side Table Designed by Philipp Mainzer

$3,920 / item

French Art Deco Low Table/Pair Of Side Tables

By Michel Dufet

Located in Westport, CT

low table or split them up for use as side tables, note excellent quality of wood and construction

Category

20th Century French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Rosewood, Maple

French Art Deco Low Table/Pair Of Side Tables

$6,600 / set

Small 19th Century French Studded Chest - Trunk

Located in Basingstoke, Hampshire

charming small trunk that would lend itself extremely well to use as a low side table. Height - 42cm Width

Category

Antique 19th Century European Blanket Chests

Materials

Pine

Small 19th Century French Studded Chest - Trunk

$886

Contemporary Mint Green Side Table Bedside Table, Sabine Marcelis Candy Cube Low

By Sabine Marcelis

Located in Copenhagen, DK

magical effect to these multifunctional pieces. Possible functions include side table, coffee table

Category

2010s Dutch Modern Sofa Tables

Materials

Resin

Contemporary Mint Green Side Table Bedside Table, Sabine Marcelis Candy Cube Low

$5,749 / item

1950 s Low Occasional Side Table By Tatra Pravenec

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1950’s Low Occasional Side Table By Tatra Pravenec 1950’s Low Occasional Side Table By Tatra

Category

Vintage 1950s Czech Dining Room Tables

Materials

Bentwood

1950 s Low Occasional Side Table By Tatra Pravenec

$770

Minimal Pair of Nigh Stands by Cees Braakman for Pastoe the Netherlands, 1960 s

By Cees Braakman, Pastoe

Located in bergen op zoom, NL

would also look very good as low side tables in a minimal interior living room setting

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Minimalist Night Stands

Materials

Formica, Teak, Plywood

Minimal Pair of Nigh Stands by Cees Braakman for Pastoe the Netherlands, 1960 s

$3,040 Sale Price / set

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Set of Refined Contemporary Marble Oval Low Table and Side Table

Located in Geneve, CH

Set of refined contemporary marble oval low table and side table Dimensions: 130 x 27 cm/ 45 x H

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Marble

Set of Refined Contemporary Marble Oval Low Table and Side Table

$18,266 / set

Rodolfo Dordoni Sail Out Outdoor Table

By Rodolfo Dordoni

Located in Barcelona, Barcelona

Cement, grit. BASE Teak. Natural finish. The low side table of the Sail Out collection designed by

Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Center Tables

Materials

Wood

Rodolfo Dordoni Sail Out Outdoor Table

$8,887 / item

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Low Side Tables For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of low side tables available for sale. Each of these unique low side tables was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and glass. There are 345 antique and vintage low side tables for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 94 modern editions to choose from as well. Low 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. Low side tables are generally popular furniture pieces, but Modern, Mid-Century Modern and Art Deco styles are often sought at 1stDibs. If space is limited, there are small low side tables measuring 6 inches across. Low side tables have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Angelo Mangiarotti, ClassiCon and Dessie Studio are consistently popular.

How Much are Low Side Tables?

Prices for low side tables start at $55 and top out at $36,894 with the average selling for $2,207.

Finding the Right Tables for You

The right vintage, new or antique tables can help make any space in your home stand out.

Over the years, the variety of tables available to us, as well as our specific needs for said tables, has broadened. Today, with all manner of these must-have furnishings differing in shape, material and style, any dining room table can shine just as brightly as the guests who gather around it.

Remember, when shopping for a dining table, it must fit your dining area, and you need to account for space around the table too — think outside the box, as an oval dining table may work for tighter spaces. Alternatively, if you’ve got the room, a Regency-style dining table can elevate any formal occasion at mealtime.

Innovative furniture makers and designers have also redefined what a table can be. Whether it’s an unconventional Ping-Pong table, a brass side table to display your treasured collectibles or a Louis Vuitton steamer trunk to add an air of nostalgia to your loft, your table can say a lot about you.

The visionary work of French designer Xavier Lavergne, for example, includes tables that draw on the forms of celestial bodies as often as they do aquatic creatures or fossils. Elsewhere, Italian architect Gae Aulenti, who looked to Roman architecture in crafting her stately Jumbo coffee table, created clever glass-topped mobile coffee tables that move on bicycle tires or sculpted wood wheels for Fontana Arte.

Coffee and cocktail tables can serve as a room’s centerpiece with attention-grabbing details and colors. Glass varieties will keep your hardwood flooring and dazzling area rugs on display, while a marble or stone coffee table in a modern interior can showcase your prized art books and decorative objects. A unique vintage desk or writing table can bring sophistication and even a bit of spice to your work life.

No matter your desired form or function, a quality table for your living space is a sound investment. On 1stDibs, browse a collection of vintage, new and antique bedside tables, mid-century end tables and more .

Questions About Low Side Tables

What are low tables called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
Low tables are usually called coffee tables. The name comes from the table height being designed to make it easy to place something, such as a cup of coffee, on the tabletop while seated on a sofa. Alternatively, people may refer to these low tables as cocktail tables. Explore a wide variety of coffee tables on 1stDibs.
Can a coffee table be too low?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
Yes, a coffee table can be too low. Most experts recommend choosing a coffee table that is around one to two inches lower than the seat height of your sofa or loveseat. You may find it difficult to access items on the tabletop while seated if you choose a shorter table. In addition, an overly low coffee table can make a room feel cramped or unbalanced. However, there are exceptions to this rule. Sometimes, designers intentionally place ultra-low coffee tables in spaces to create a bold contrast in a large room. Feel free to break from convention when choosing a coffee table. What's most important is that the finished result appeals to you and allows you to enjoy your seating area to the fullest. Shop a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary coffee tables on 1stDibs.
Why are console tables so low?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
Console tables are not low. Typically, consoles are about the height of a desk but are much narrower. As a result, they work well against walls and can be used to hold lamps and decorative objects. While modern console tables commonly feature four legs, you can still find the two-legged variety, which is ideal for nestling behind the sofa. Some also feature shelves for display and storage space or cabinet doors and drawers for hiding clutter. Find vintage console tables on 1stDibs.
Why are Japanese dining tables low?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The chabudai, or the short Japanese dining table makes the most of limited space by serving many functions in a Japanese home. They often feature collapsible legs so they can be stored. Diners sit on pillows on the floor, rather than chairs, again freeing up more space by not having bulky chairs. Shop a collection of Japanese furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
Why are modern coffee tables so low?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Modern coffee tables tend to be low because they’re most commonly placed in front of couches and chairs. Historically, coffee tables were placed behind the couch which necessitated a taller table. Over time, as styles changed and coffee tables came to be positioned in front of couches, their heights were lowered to accommodate the modern arrangement. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of vintage and contemporary coffee tables from some of the world’s top sellers.
What are side tables used for?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Side tables are used next to furniture like beds and couches to provide an accessible place for keeping essential items at hand. In the living room, side tables are often used to display flower arrangements, photos or books as well as to set down a drink. In the bedroom, a side table is typically populated with items like a lamp, bedtime reading material, and a charging device for a phone. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary side tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What are nesting side tables?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A nesting table is a set of tables designed to be stored one inside or under the other, giving them a layered or stacked appearance. A side table is a table that’s placed beside a piece of furniture. A nesting side table would be a series of side tables in graduated heights that can be stacked or nested together. Shop a collection of nesting tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What size should a side table be?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A side table should stand one to three inches below the arm of the sofa or chair it is placed next to.
What are side tables called?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
Side tables are often simply called side tables. If positioned on either end of a sofa or loveseat, you might refer to them as end tables. General terms for side tables and other tables commonly used in seating areas include occasional tables and accent tables. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of side tables.
Is 12 inches too low for a coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
No, 12 inches isn’t necessarily too low for a coffee table. For balance, choose a coffee table that is about two to four inches lower than the seat of the largest piece of furniture around it. Usually, this will be the sofa. If your sofa’s seat is 14 to 16 inches high, a 12-inch coffee table will likely be in proportion. Find an assortment of 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 is the difference between a side table and a coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
The difference between a side table and a coffee table is mainly in the size and shape. Coffee tables usually feature larger tops but shorter legs. People typically place them in front of a sofa or a loveseat to rest books, drinks, remote controls and other items. Side tables also store items, but they are usually positioned beside an accent chair or at the ends of a sofa or loveseat. Shop a diverse assortment of side tables and coffee tables on 1stDibs.
How can you tell if a side table is antique?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
To determine whether a side table is an antique, closely examine its details. Older pieces will typically have telltale features like wood pegs, hand-cut dovetails with some slight imperfections and mortise-and-tenon construction. Tables that are a consistent color throughout or have machine-cut moldings or carvings are unlikely to be antiques. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can be a helpful resource when dating tables. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and modern side tables on 1stDibs.
What is a tall side table called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
A tall side table may also be called a console table. While these furnishings are not as common in today’s interiors as their coffee-table and side-table counterparts, console tables are stylish home accents and have become more prevalent over the years. The popularity of wood console tables took shape during the 17th and 18th centuries in French and Italian culture, and were exclusively featured in the palatial homes of the upper class. Find console tables today on 1stDibs.
What are tiny side tables called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
What tiny side tables are called varies. Some people may simply refer to them as side tables. Others describe them as end tables if they're placed on either end of a sofa or loveseat. When used elsewhere in a room, small side tables are often called accent tables. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary side tables.
Should a side table be lower than a sofa?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
No, a side table shouldn't always be lower than a sofa. To make it easy to access items on a table, a sofa's arms should generally be no more than 2 to 3 inches above or below the tabletop. This rule of thumb differs from the one for coffee tables, which should be as tall or 1 to 2 inches shorter than the seat height of the sofa to ensure a balanced look. Explore a large selection of side tables on 1stDibs.

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