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.

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.

Low Side Tables

Shimmer Table

Dining Table With Metal Inlay

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Steel

Kartell Round Glossy Table in Tropical Grey Marble by Antonio Citterio

$3,960 / item

Kartell Round Glossy Table in Brown Emperador Marble by Antonio Citterio

By Antonio Citterio, Glen Oliver Löw, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The TopTop table line is distinguished by its leg which can be either a round or square transparent

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Steel

Kartell Round Glossy Table in Brown Emperador Marble by Antonio Citterio

$3,768 / item

Dutch Colonial Early 20th Century Low Table with Two Drawers and Cabriole Legs

Located in Yonkers, NY

An antique Indonesian Dutch Colonial period low table from the early 20th century, with two drawers

Category

Early 20th Century Indonesian Dutch Colonial Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Dutch Colonial Early 20th Century Low Table with Two Drawers and Cabriole Legs

$3,800

Low Black Stained Milk Stools

Located in Geneve, CH

Low black stained milk stools Dimensions: Diameter 30cm x height 30cm Materials: Natural wood

Category

2010s Belgian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Low Black Stained Milk Stools

$329 / item

Unique Organic Form Natural Low Clay Table, Golden Bronze Top by Niclas Wolf

Located in Geneve, CH

Geoprimitive 116 Side Table by Niclas Wolf Unique Piece. Dimensions: Ø 49,5 x H 49,5 cm. Materials

Category

2010s German Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Bronze

Unique Organic Form Natural Low Clay Table, Golden Bronze Top by Niclas Wolf

$11,858 / item

Pair of "Montecarlo" Brass low tables by Corrado dall Acqua, Azucena, Italy 1949

By Corrado Corradi Dell acqua, Azucena

Located in Argelato, BO

A rare and splendid pair of "T12" Montecarlo model brass coffee tables, designed by the Italian

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Pair of "Montecarlo" Brass low tables by Corrado dall Acqua, Azucena, Italy 1949

$3,952 / set

Italian 1820s Walnut Low Fratino Table with Lyre-Shaped Base and Iron Stretchers

Located in Atlanta, GA

An Italian low fratino walnut table from the early 19th century, with wrought iron stretchers

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Italian Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Italian 1820s Walnut Low Fratino Table with Lyre-Shaped Base and Iron Stretchers

$7,200

Low Black Stained Milk Stools

Located in Geneve, CH

Low black stained milk stools. Dimensions: diameter 30cm x height 30cm. Materials: natural wood

Category

2010s Belgian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Low Black Stained Milk Stools

$329 / item

Kartell Square Glossy Table in Marble White Chrome Frame by Antonio Citterio

By Antonio Citterio, Glen Oliver Löw, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The TopTop table line is distinguished by its leg which can be either a round or square transparent

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Steel

Kartell Square Glossy Table in Marble White Chrome Frame by Antonio Citterio

$3,350 / item

Kartell Round Glossy Table in Brown Emperador Chrome Frame by Antonio Citterio

By Antonio Citterio, Glen Oliver Löw, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The TopTop table line is distinguished by its leg which can be either a round or square transparent

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Steel

Kartell Round Glossy Table in Brown Emperador Chrome Frame by Antonio Citterio

$3,427 / item

Kartell Round Glossy Table in Aged Bronze Chrome Frame by Antonio Citterio

By Glen Oliver Löw, Antonio Citterio, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The TopTop table line is distinguished by its leg which can be either a round or square transparent

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Steel

Kartell Round Glossy Table in Aged Bronze Chrome Frame by Antonio Citterio

$3,597 / item

Kartell Round Glossy Table in Tropical Grey Chrome Frame by Antonio Citterio

By Glen Oliver Löw, Antonio Citterio, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The TopTop table line is distinguished by its leg which can be either a round or square transparent

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Steel

Kartell Round Glossy Table in Tropical Grey Chrome Frame by Antonio Citterio

$3,597 / item

Pair of 1980 s Modernist Low Tables in Enameled Steel and Patinated Brass

Located in Montreal, QC

Pair of modernist black steel and polished brass square side tables inset black granite top A

Category

Vintage 1980s American Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Pair of 1980 s Modernist Low Tables in Enameled Steel and Patinated Brass

$6,850 / set

Tall Inside Side Table with Wooden Top by Domkapa

Located in Geneve, CH

includes different versions to fulfill all of your project’s needs: coffee tables, low and tall side tables

Category

2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Tall Inside Side Table with Wooden Top by Domkapa

$970 / item

Set of 3 Cast Metal Coffee Side Tables, Italy, 1990s

Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR

Set of Italian design Brutalist textured cast aluminum metal fusion side end low coffee cocktail

Category

1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal, Aluminum

Set of 3 Cast Metal Coffee Side Tables, Italy, 1990s

$5,390 / set

Tall Inside Side Table with Metal Top by Domkapa

Located in Geneve, CH

Tall inside side table with metal top by Domkapa Dimensions: W 40 x D 40 x H 50 cm. Materials

Category

2010s Portuguese Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel, Stainless Steel

Tall Inside Side Table with Metal Top by Domkapa

$970 / item

A Low Stool by Charlotte Perriand

By Charlotte Perriand

Located in San Francisco, CA

A rare low stool in mahogany with three tapered legs by Charlotte Perriand. France, circa 1950s

Category

Vintage 1950s French Modern Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

A Low Stool by Charlotte Perriand

$12,500 / set

Contemporary Pair of Hammered Brass Rattan Enamel Metal Side Tables, Italy

Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR

Pair of Contemporary side end low coffee cocktail side bed tables or nightstands in hammered brass

Category

2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Metal, Enamel

Contemporary Pair of Hammered Brass Rattan Enamel Metal Side Tables, Italy

$8,983 / set

Pair of Jansen Style Side Tables with Malachite Tops

By Maison Jansen

Located in Kilmarnock, VA

A striking pair of low side or end tables in the manner of Maison Jansen, crafted in warm fruitwood

Category

Vintage 1950s American Neoclassical Revival Side Tables

Materials

Malachite

Pair of Jansen Style Side Tables with Malachite Tops

$5,500 / set

Magazine/Side Table Model 667 by Yrjö Kukkapuro for Haimi, 1960s

By Yrjö Kukkapuro, Haimi Oy

Located in Karis, Nyland

works equally well as a side table, low coffee table, or magazine stand in modern and contemporary

Category

Vintage 1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Plastic, Fiberglass

Magazine/Side Table Model 667 by Yrjö Kukkapuro for Haimi, 1960s

$1,437

Chinese side table in wood and marble with bamboo pattern

Located in Delft, NL

Chinese side table in wood and marble with bamboo pattern A low Chinese side table with bamboo

Category

Early 20th Century Asian Side Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Chinese side table in wood and marble with bamboo pattern

$832

Pair of French Art Deco Side Tables with Etched Glass Tops

Located in Austin, TX

A pair of period French Art Deco low stands (or side tables) of patinated walnut - each table

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood, Walnut

Pair of French Art Deco Side Tables with Etched Glass Tops

$4,895 / set

Travertino Silver Refined Contemporary Marble Side Table 62/45

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 Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Travertino Silver Refined Contemporary Marble Side Table 62/45

$7,366 / item

Picasso Green Refined Contemporary Marble Side Table 62/45

Located in Geneve, CH

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

Category

2010s Italian Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Picasso Green Refined Contemporary Marble Side Table 62/45

$7,114 / item

Travertino Rosso Refined Contemporary Marble Side Table 62/45

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 Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Travertino Rosso Refined Contemporary Marble Side Table 62/45

$7,114 / item

Pair of Travertino Rosso Refined Contemporary Marble Side Table

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 Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Pair of Travertino Rosso Refined Contemporary Marble Side Table

$14,229 / set

Poul Cadovius Danish Rosewood Headboard with Auxiliary Matching Side Tables

By Poul Cadovius

Located in Queens, NY

Danish Mid-Century Rosewood Low Headboard with Matching Attached Side Tables having a shelf and

Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Poul Cadovius Danish Rosewood Headboard with Auxiliary Matching Side Tables

$7,850 / set

Sculptural Side Table, Burnt Black Oak Wood, Carved, Handmade, Logniture

By Logniture

Located in Stara Gradiška, HR

. It’s simple in shape but rich in detail—ideal as a low stool, a side table, or a sculptural base. Made

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Croatian Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Oak

Sculptural Side Table, Burnt Black Oak Wood, Carved, Handmade, Logniture

$754 Sale Price

30% Off

Midcentury Low Table in Solid Teak and Cane by Hvidt Mølgaard, Made in Denmark

By Hvidt Mølgaard, France Søn

Located in Lejre, DK

Low table in solid teak and cane. Designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard for France & Son in

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Low Table in Solid Teak and Cane by Hvidt Mølgaard, Made in Denmark

$4,500

Midcentury Low Table in Solid Teak and Cane by Hvidt Mølgaard, Made in Denmark

By Hvidt Mølgaard, France Søn

Located in Lejre, DK

Low table in solid teak and cane. Designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard for France & Son in

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Low Table in Solid Teak and Cane by Hvidt Mølgaard, Made in Denmark

$4,500

20th Century Osvaldo Borsani Low Table in Brass and Rare Sivec Marble for Tecno

By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno

Located in Rovereta, Repubblica di San Marino

20th century Osvaldo Borsani low table in brass and rare sivec marble for Tecno.

Category

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

Materials

Brass

20th Century Osvaldo Borsani Low Table in Brass and Rare Sivec Marble for Tecno

$5,989

Louis XV Style J.B Van Sciver Co., Walnut Low Table with Marble Top

By J.B. Van Sciver Company

Located in Lomita, CA

The black variegated marble with its tan and gray veins make this Louis XV style low table stand

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Louis XV Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Louis XV Style J.B Van Sciver Co., Walnut Low Table with Marble Top

$636 Sale Price

59% Off

Silver Metal Low Drinks Table with Black Glass Top and Acorn Finial, Sold Each

Located in Atlanta, GA

Two silver metal low drinks tables from the early 20th century, with black glass tops and acorn

Category

Early 20th Century Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Silver Metal Low Drinks Table with Black Glass Top and Acorn Finial, Sold Each

$2,400 / item

Low Travertine Contemporary Guéridon, Sebastian Herkner

By Sebastian Herkner

Located in Geneve, CH

Low travertine contemporary guéridon, Sebastian Herkner Dimensions: D 70 x H 33 cm Materials

Category

2010s French Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Travertine, Copper

Low Travertine Contemporary Guéridon, Sebastian Herkner

$7,019 / item

Low Travertine Contemporary Guéridon, Sebastian Herkner

By Sebastian Herkner

Located in Geneve, CH

Low travertine contemporary guéridon, Sebastian Herkner Dimensions: D 70 x H 33 cm Materials

Category

2010s French Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Travertine, Metal

Low Travertine Contemporary Guéridon, Sebastian Herkner

$5,485 / item

Low Travertine Contemporary Guéridon, Sebastian Herkner

By Sebastian Herkner

Located in Geneve, CH

Low travertine contemporary guéridon, Sebastian Herkner Dimensions: D 70 x H 33 cm Materials

Category

2010s French Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Travertine, Metal

Low Travertine Contemporary Guéridon, Sebastian Herkner

$5,485 / item

Low Travertine Contemporary Guéridon, Sebastian Herkner

By Sebastian Herkner

Located in Geneve, CH

Low travertine contemporary guéridon, Sebastian Herkner Dimensions: D 70 x H 33 cm Materials

Category

2010s French Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Travertine, Metal

Low Travertine Contemporary Guéridon, Sebastian Herkner

$5,485 / item

Vintage Lost Wax Cast Bronze Triple Deer Low Table Base with Dark Bronze Patina

Located in Yonkers, NY

A vintage lost wax cast bronze triple deer low table base from the mid 20th century with bronze

Category

Mid-20th Century Side Tables

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Lost Wax Cast Bronze Triple Deer Low Table Base with Dark Bronze Patina

$1,800

19thC English Georgian Oak Low Boy

Located in Staffordshire, GB

circa 1800 19thC English Georgian Oak Low Boy W75 x D52 x H71cm.

Category

Antique 19th Century Side Tables

Materials

Oak

19thC English Georgian Oak Low Boy

$4,084

Grey Saint Laurent Refined Contemporary Marble Side Table 62/45

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 Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Grey Saint Laurent Refined Contemporary Marble Side Table 62/45

$7,114 / item

Port Saint Laurent Refined Contemporary Marble Side Table 62/45

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 Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Port Saint Laurent Refined Contemporary Marble Side Table 62/45

$7,366 / item

Small Marble Doon Table

Located in Chicago, IL

veining. Used as a low side table, stool, or pedestal, inside or out, this sculptural form contributes

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Organic Modern Pedestals

Materials

Marble

Small Marble Doon Table

$1,880

Sculptural Accent Side Table Hand Crafted Wabi Sabi Organic Mango Wood

By Charlotte Perriand, George Nakashima

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Natural edge sculptural side table hand-crafted from mango wood. Sculptural Accent Side Table Hand

Category

Mid-20th Century Asian Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Sculptural Accent Side Table Hand Crafted Wabi Sabi Organic Mango Wood

$1,850

Gilt Wrought Iron Side Table with Square Red Marble Top Hollywood Regency

Located in Andernach, DE

Gilt low table or side table with legs twisted and scroll details, Hand forged iron. Likely Spain

Category

Vintage 1970s Spanish Hollywood Regency Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Wrought Iron

Gilt Wrought Iron Side Table with Square Red Marble Top Hollywood Regency

$2,132

Art Deco / Bauhaus Side Table, Black Lacquer, Chromed, Austria, circa 1920

Located in Regensburg, DE

Wonderful, rare and high-qulaity restored side table / former luggage table. The table was used as

Category

Vintage 1920s Austrian Bauhaus Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Art Deco / Bauhaus Side Table, Black Lacquer, Chromed, Austria, circa 1920

$3,353

Low White Marble Contemporary Guéridon, Sebastian Herkner

By Sebastian Herkner

Located in Geneve, CH

Low white marble contemporary guéridon, Sebastian Herkner Dimensions: D 70 x H 33 cm Materials

Category

2010s French Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Metal

Low White Marble Contemporary Guéridon, Sebastian Herkner

$4,216 / item

Low White Marble Contemporary Guéridon, Sebastian Herkner

By Sebastian Herkner

Located in Geneve, CH

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

Category

2010s French Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Copper

Low White Marble Contemporary Guéridon, Sebastian Herkner

$5,749 / item

Low White Marble Contemporary Guéridon, Sebastian Herkner

By Sebastian Herkner

Located in Geneve, CH

Low white marble contemporary guéridon, Sebastian Herkner Dimensions: D 70 x H 33 cm Materials

Category

2010s French Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Metal

Low White Marble Contemporary Guéridon, Sebastian Herkner

$4,216 / item

Low White Marble Contemporary Guéridon, Sebastian Herkner

By Sebastian Herkner

Located in Geneve, CH

Low white marble contemporary guéridon, Sebastian Herkner Dimensions: D 70 x H 33 cm Materials

Category

2010s French Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Metal

Low White Marble Contemporary Guéridon, Sebastian Herkner

$4,216 / item

French 19th Century Louis XIV St. Ormolu and Glass Side Table

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A stunning and most unique French 19th century Louis XIV st. ormolu and glass side table. The low

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XIV Side Tables

Materials

Ormolu

French 19th Century Louis XIV St. Ormolu and Glass Side Table

$14,900

Pair of Midcentury Walnut Plinth Base Side Tables Attributed to Adrian Pearsall

By Adrian Pearsall

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Low, cube end / side tables in walnut with an ebonized plinth-base (circa 1960s, USA). Finished on

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Pair of Midcentury Walnut Plinth Base Side Tables Attributed to Adrian Pearsall

$2,600 / set

Vintage Boho Carved Wood Horse Head Low Stool

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

for use as a decorative side table, plant stand, or seating, this low stool is not just functional but

Category

Late 20th Century American Rustic Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Vintage Boho Carved Wood Horse Head Low Stool

$950

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

$2,600 / set

A MID-CENTURY-MODERN Sculptural BRUTALIST Side Table NAKASHIMA Style France 1950

Located in PARIS, FR

A spectacular low table or a side table (it can be used as a low console), Modernist, Brutalist

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal

A MID-CENTURY-MODERN Sculptural BRUTALIST Side Table NAKASHIMA Style France 1950

$7,186

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

Late 19th Century Dutch Black Gilt Japanned Low Etagere

Located in Norwich, GB

Late 19th century Dutch black & gilt japanned low etagere with ornate carrying handles. Delivery

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

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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.
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.

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