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 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 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.

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 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.

Low Side Tables

Shimmer Table

Dining Table With Metal Inlay

Category

Mid-20th Century American American Classical Console Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Mid-Century American Classical Two-Tier Mahogany Low Console Side Table

$1,195

Jean Side Tables Tall 52 and Low 38 - Set of 2

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 52 and Low 38 - Set of 2

$2,526 / set

Low Antique Oak Drop Leaf Side Table or Coffee Table

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Petite Antique oak drop leaf side table ,barley twist gate leg a beautiful oak gate leg, drop leaf

Category

20th Century Rustic Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Low Antique Oak Drop Leaf Side Table or Coffee Table

$1,200

Hollywood Regency Low Glass Side Table Scroll Giltwood

Located in W Allenhurst, NJ

Scroll Giltwood base with capped balustrade columns. Thick oval glass top. Heavy detail in scrollwork. Curbside available to NYC/Philly $350

Category

20th Century American Hollywood Regency Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Giltwood

Hollywood Regency Low Glass Side Table Scroll Giltwood

$950

Vintage Baker Regency Style Burlwood Walnut Low Side End Tables - a Pair

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Baker Regency Style Burlwood Walnut Low Side End Tables with Carved Stretcher Base - a Pair

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Regency End Tables

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Baker Regency Style Burlwood Walnut Low Side End Tables - a Pair

$1,200 / set

20th Century Italian Low Octagonal Side Table in Walnut

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

This is a beautiful and sophisticated side table made in Italy around the 80s, it perfectly

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

20th Century Italian Low Octagonal Side Table in Walnut

$910 Sale Price

20% Off

THE DARK SIDE OF THE MOON Low Table in Striped Glass, by Piero Lissoni IN STOCK

By Glas Italia, Piero Lissoni

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The dark side of the moon low table is shown here in the laminated transparent extralight glass in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Tables

Materials

Glass

THE DARK SIDE OF THE MOON Low Table in Striped Glass, by Piero Lissoni IN STOCK

$4,179 / item

Guatemalan Child s Chair, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

youngster, but we love this petite chair as a low side table or tabletop display stand. Additional

Category

Early 20th Century Guatemalan Folk Art Children s Furniture

Materials

Wood

Guatemalan Child s Chair, c. 1900

$784 Sale Price

33% Off

Organic, Low-Profile, Live-Edge, Side Table, Walnut, Handmade By Logniture

By Logniture

Located in Stara Gradiška, HR

This contemplative low table is a one of a kind piece, crafted from a unique slice of solid walnut

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Croatian Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktai...

Materials

Wood, Oak, Walnut

Organic, Low-Profile, Live-Edge, Side Table, Walnut, Handmade By Logniture

$418

Table Folk Vernacular Small Side Low Elm Baroque Height 19" Length 22 .5"

Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK

beautiful figuring and stick legs are characteristic of folk and vernacular furniture - This table exudes

Category

Antique Early 1700s English Folk Art Sofa Tables

Materials

Elm

Table Folk Vernacular Small Side Low Elm Baroque Height 19" Length 22 .5"

$6,136

Petite Chinese Stone Drum

Located in Chicago, IL

This low display table is sculpted from a solid block of stone, hand-carved to the traditional drum

Category

20th Century Chinese Garden Ornaments

Materials

Limestone

Petite Chinese Stone Drum

$1,580

Table Low Side Walnut Spanish Carved Flowerhead Seville Folk 19.5" high 79" long

Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK

top and crisp, stylised carving are characteristic of Spanish furniture - This table exudes vernacular

Category

Antique 1660s Spanish Baroque Sofa Tables

Materials

Walnut

Table Low Side Walnut Spanish Carved Flowerhead Seville Folk 19.5" high 79" long

$8,183

Pair of Dutch Modern low End side tables or Nightstands in solid slatted pine

By J.G. Steenkamer

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Pair of Dutch Modern coffee end side tables or Nightstands in solid slatted pine by J. G

Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Scandinavian Modern End Tables

Materials

Pine

Pair of Dutch Modern low End side tables or Nightstands in solid slatted pine

$1,800

Himalaya Side Table Low in Cast Bronze with Red Lacquer Top from Elan Atelier

By Elan Atelier

Located in New York, NY

Himalaya side table Low in cast bronze with red lacquer top from Elan Atelier Side table with

Category

2010s European Modern Console Tables

Materials

Bronze

Himalaya Side Table Low in Cast Bronze with Red Lacquer Top from Elan Atelier

$2,445 / item

1890s-1920s Japanese antique wooden mortar wabi sabi low coffee table side table

Located in 常陸大宮市, JP

than common Japanese mortar, suitable for the side table or coffee table, also can be used as stool

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Hardwood, Wood

1890s-1920s Japanese antique wooden mortar wabi sabi low coffee table side table

$710

Faux Bamboo Brass Baguès Style Glass and Brass Square Low End Side Tables, Pair

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This elegant pair of faux bamboo brass side tables in the iconic Baguès style offers a timeless

Category

Vintage 1960s French Hollywood Regency End Tables

Materials

Brass

Faux Bamboo Brass Baguès Style Glass and Brass Square Low End Side Tables, Pair

$3,160 Sale Price / set

32% Off

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Low Distressed Side Table with Humpback Stretchers

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Chinese Qing Dynasty period distressed low table from the 19th century with humpback stretchers

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Qing Dynasty 19th Century Low Distressed Side Table with Humpback Stretchers

$1,800

Sabine Marcelis Candy Cube Low Pink Side Table Contemporary Polished Resin

By Sabine Marcelis

Located in Barcelona, ES

Sabine Marcelis Pink freestanding table From the series “Candy Cubes” Manufactured by Sabine

Category

2010s Dutch Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Resin

Sabine Marcelis Candy Cube Low Pink Side Table Contemporary Polished Resin

$8,264 / item

"Cuvee XL" Low Rectangular Side Table by Stephane Lebrun for Dessie

By Dessie Studio, Stephane Lebrun

Located in Brooklyn, NY

"Cuvee XL" is a low rectangular side table, designed by Stephane Lebrun and manufactured by Dessie

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel, Nickel

"Cuvee XL" Low Rectangular Side Table by Stephane Lebrun for Dessie

$4,874 / item

"Grand Cuvee" Low Rectangular Side Table by Stephane Lebrun for Dessie

By Dessie Studio, Stephane Lebrun

Located in Brooklyn, NY

"Grand Cuvee" is a low rectangular side table, designed by Stephane Lebrun and manufactured by

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel, Nickel

"Grand Cuvee" Low Rectangular Side Table by Stephane Lebrun for Dessie

$4,065 / item

Lace, 21st Century Low Side Carrara and Rosso Verona Marble Table

Located in Cologna Veneta, IT

Made in collaboration with the architect Stefano Calchi Novati, Lace is a coffee table made

Category

2010s Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Lace, 21st Century Low Side Carrara and Rosso Verona Marble Table

$6,896

Column Low Table by WL Ceramics

By David Derksen

Located in Geneve, CH

possible to create shelving, side tables, low tables and stools. Through the use of different glazes and

Category

2010s Chinese Modern Lowboys

Materials

Steel

Column Low Table by WL Ceramics

$1,972 / item

Pair of Spanish Brutalist Walnut Side or Coffee Tables with low shelve

Located in Miami, FL

Pair of Spanish Brutalist Walnut Side or Coffee Tables with low shelve

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Spanish Brutalist Walnut Side or Coffee Tables with low shelve

$2,450 / set

Chippendale Style Crotch Mahogany Low Center Table or Coffee Table

Located in Germantown, MD

A Chippendale Style Crotch Mahogany Low Center Table, Side table or coffee/ cocktail table for

Category

Mid-20th Century American Gothic Revival Center Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Chippendale Style Crotch Mahogany Low Center Table or Coffee Table

$1,395

"Petit Cuvee" Low Round Side Table Designed by Stephane Lebrun for Dessie

By Stephane Lebrun, Dessie Studio

Located in Brooklyn, NY

"Petit Cuvee" is a low round side table, designed by Stephane Lebrun and manufactured by Dessie

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel, Nickel

"Petit Cuvee" Low Round Side Table Designed by Stephane Lebrun for Dessie

$2,889 / item

"Cuvee De Nuit" Low Rectangular Side Table by Stephane Lebrun for Dessie

By Dessie Studio, Stephane Lebrun

Located in Brooklyn, NY

"Cuvee De Nuit" is a low rectangular side table, designed by Stephane Lebrun and manufactured by

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel, Nickel

"Cuvee De Nuit" Low Rectangular Side Table by Stephane Lebrun for Dessie

$4,419 / item

"Petit Cuvee" Low Square Side Table Designed by Stephane Lebrun for Dessie

By Stephane Lebrun, Dessie Studio

Located in Brooklyn, NY

"Petit Cuvee" is a low square side table, designed by Stephane Lebrun and manufactured by Dessie

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Steel, Nickel

"Petit Cuvee" Low Square Side Table Designed by Stephane Lebrun for Dessie

$2,368 / item

Kynos Refined Contemporary Marble Low Round Table

Located in Geneve, CH

. Almost any size or marble is possible! All tables are signed and numbered (the low and side tables are

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Lowboys

Materials

Marble

Kynos Refined Contemporary Marble Low Round Table

$10,039 / item

Maurice Dufrene Low Round Table with Marble Top

By Maurice Dufrêne

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Classic French Art Deco low round side/end/coffee table by Maurice Dufrene, circa 1925, in mahogany

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Center Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Maurice Dufrene Low Round Table with Marble Top

$22,250

Andrianna Shamaris Minimalist Low Profile Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

kind minimalist low profile coffee table or side/tray table. The entire piece is carved from one piece

Category

2010s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Minimalist Low Profile Table

$3,300

Kyknos Refined Contemporary Marble Low Round Table 27/100

Located in Geneve, CH

. Almost any size or marble is possible! All tables are signed and numbered (the low and side tables are

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Lowboys

Materials

Marble

Kyknos Refined Contemporary Marble Low Round Table 27/100

$9,537 / item

Grafite Refined Contemporary Marble Low Round Table 27/100

Located in Geneve, CH

measure. Almost any size or marble is possible! All tables are signed and numbered (the low and side

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Lowboys

Materials

Marble

Grafite Refined Contemporary Marble Low Round Table 27/100

$10,171 / item

Grafite Refined Contemporary Marble Low Round Table 36/100

Located in Geneve, CH

measure. Almost any size or marble is possible! All tables are signed and numbered (the low and side

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Lowboys

Materials

Marble

Grafite Refined Contemporary Marble Low Round Table 36/100

$10,816 / item

English Mahogany Luggage Rack from the Late 19th Century with Turned Legs

Located in Atlanta, GA

transformed into a low side table by the addition of a single piece of glass. Whatever its function, this

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Luggage Racks

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

English Mahogany Luggage Rack from the Late 19th Century with Turned Legs

$2,650

Low Japanese Table for Tendo Mokko, Japan

Located in Tokyo, Tokyo

recommended as a side table for low seating. This tables reflects the beauty of Japanese aesthetics with

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Low Japanese Table for Tendo Mokko, Japan

$7,000

Jules Leleu Low Rosewood Coffee Table

By Jules Leleu

Located in Philadelphia, PA

French Modernist Art Deco low coffee/side table by Jules Leleu, circa 1930, in rosewood. 31.5

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Jules Leleu Low Rosewood Coffee Table

$35,000

French Neoclassical Modern Maison Jansen Mixed Metal Greyhound Head Table

By Maison Jansen

Located in Forney, TX

, 25.5" Deep Coffee table, cocktail drinks table, lamp stand, large end table or low side table

Category

Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal, Bronze, Steel, Iron, Brass

French Neoclassical Modern Maison Jansen Mixed Metal Greyhound Head Table

$4,500

Picasso Green Refined Contemporary Marble Low Round Table, 36/100

Located in Geneve, CH

or marble is possible! All tables are signed and numbered (the low and side tables are only signed

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Lowboys

Materials

Marble

Picasso Green Refined Contemporary Marble Low Round Table, 36/100

$12,119 / item

Vintage Spanish Pair of Golden Low Metal Sofa Tables Signed by Rudolfo Dubarry

Located in Sofia, BG

Pair of stylish low side sofa tables in mixed printed metals with stylized decoration. Designed and

Category

Mid-20th Century Spanish Tables

Materials

Metal

Vintage Spanish Pair of Golden Low Metal Sofa Tables Signed by Rudolfo Dubarry

$4,063 / set

Travertino Silver Refined Contemporary Marble Low Round Table 36/100

Located in Geneve, CH

or marble is possible! All tables are signed and numbered (the low and side tables are only signed

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Lowboys

Materials

Marble

Travertino Silver Refined Contemporary Marble Low Round Table 36/100

$12,932 / item

Travertino Silver Refined Contemporary Marble Low Round Table 27/100

Located in Geneve, CH

or marble is possible! All tables are signed and numbered (the low and side tables are only signed

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Lowboys

Materials

Marble

Travertino Silver Refined Contemporary Marble Low Round Table 27/100

$11,940 / item

Picasso Green Refined Contemporary Marble Low Round Table 27/100

Located in Geneve, CH

or marble is possible! All tables are signed and numbered (the low and side tables are only signed

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Lowboys

Materials

Marble

Picasso Green Refined Contemporary Marble Low Round Table 27/100

$11,318 / item

Travertino Rosso Refined Contemporary Marble Low Round Table 27/100

Located in Geneve, CH

or marble is possible! All tables are signed and numbered (the low and side tables are only signed

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Lowboys

Materials

Marble

Travertino Rosso Refined Contemporary Marble Low Round Table 27/100

$11,318 / item

Bianco Statuarietto Refined Contemporary Marble Low Round Table 27/100

Located in Geneve, CH

or marble is possible! All tables are signed and numbered (the low and side tables are only signed

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Lowboys

Materials

Marble

Bianco Statuarietto Refined Contemporary Marble Low Round Table 27/100

$13,231 / item

Travertino Rosso Refined Contemporary Marble Low Round Table 36/100

Located in Geneve, CH

. Almost any size or marble is possible! All tables are signed and numbered (the low and side tables are

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Lowboys

Materials

Marble

Travertino Rosso Refined Contemporary Marble Low Round Table 36/100

$12,145 / item

Rosso Lepanto Refined Contemporary Marble Low Round Table 36/100

Located in Geneve, CH

! All tables are signed and numbered (the low and side tables are only signed). All tables are

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Lowboys

Materials

Marble

Rosso Lepanto Refined Contemporary Marble Low Round Table 36/100

$12,932 / item

Bianco Statuarietto Refined Contemporary Marble Low Round Table 36/100

Located in Geneve, CH

or marble is possible! All tables are signed and numbered (the low and side tables are only signed

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Lowboys

Materials

Marble

Bianco Statuarietto Refined Contemporary Marble Low Round Table 36/100

$14,223 / item

Rosso Lepanto Refined Contemporary Marble Low Round Table 27/100

Located in Geneve, CH

or marble is possible! All tables are signed and numbered (the low and side tables are only signed

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Lowboys

Materials

Marble

Rosso Lepanto Refined Contemporary Marble Low Round Table 27/100

$11,940 / item

Grey Saint Laurent Refined Contemporary Marble Low Round Table 27/100

Located in Geneve, CH

. Almost any size or marble is possible! All tables are signed and numbered (the low and side tables are

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Lowboys

Materials

Marble

Grey Saint Laurent Refined Contemporary Marble Low Round Table 27/100

$11,318 / item

Grey Saint Laurent Refined Contemporary Marble Low Round Table 36/100

Located in Geneve, CH

or marble is possible! All tables are signed and numbered (the low and side tables are only signed

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Lowboys

Materials

Marble

Grey Saint Laurent Refined Contemporary Marble Low Round Table 36/100

$12,119 / item

Andrianna Shamaris Wabi Sabi Pedestal, Coffee Table or Side Table

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful patina on this aged teak wood low coffee table or pedestal, side table when placed

Category

2010s Organic Modern Pedestals

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Wabi Sabi Pedestal, Coffee Table or Side Table

$2,200

Rousseau et Lardin Low Table with Gilt Trim

By Rousseau et Lardin

Located in Philadelphia, PA

French 1940s Art Deco low cocktail/coffee/side table in black lacquer with gilt trim by Rousseau et

Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Lacquer

Rousseau et Lardin Low Table with Gilt Trim

$14,000 / item

Port Saint Laurent Refined Contemporary Marble Low Table 36/100

Located in Geneve, CH

! All tables are signed and numbered (the low and side tables are only signed). All tables are

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Marble

Port Saint Laurent Refined Contemporary Marble Low Table 36/100

$12,932 / item

Pair of Brass and Ceramic Side Table, Italy, 1970s

By Lucio Fontana

Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR

Pair of side end low coffee cocktail tables or nightstands in brass and ceramic terracotta with a

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Brass

Pair of Brass and Ceramic Side Table, Italy, 1970s

$5,390 / set

Port Saint Laurent Refined Contemporary Marble Oval Low Table 130/27

Located in Geneve, CH

numbered (the low and side tables are only signed). All tables are impregnated with Lithofin Nanotop. This

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Marble

Port Saint Laurent Refined Contemporary Marble Oval Low Table 130/27

$12,920 / item

Grey Saint Laurent Refined Contemporary Marble Oval Low Table 130/27

Located in Geneve, CH

numbered (the low and side tables are only signed). All tables are impregnated with Lithofin Nanotop. This

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Dining Room Tables

Materials

Marble

Grey Saint Laurent Refined Contemporary Marble Oval Low Table 130/27

$11,976 / item

Rene Drouet Coffee or Side Table

By René Drouet

Located in Philadelphia, PA

French 1940s Art Deco low side or coffee table in gilt forged iron by Rene Drouet. Measures: 36

Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Iron

Rene Drouet Coffee or Side Table

$13,500

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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 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 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 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.
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 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.

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