End tables are small tables that sit beside a larger piece of furniture. The height of an end table is generally that of an arm of a chair.

How high are end tables?

How high end tables are varies. Most pieces are 18 to 24 inches tall. To ensure easy access to the tabletop from a sofa or chair, choose a table that is within 2 inches of the height of its arm. For example, if your sofa's arm is 20 inches tall, you could choose a table between 18 and 22 inches in height. Shop a wide range of end tables on 1stDibs.

What are end tables used for?

End tables typically hold lamps, coasters and other items to keep them within easy reach from the sofa or chair they are next to.

What is the difference between an accent table and an end table?

The difference between an accent table and an end table comes down to how you use them. Accent tables function primarily as decorations and may be placed almost anywhere in a room. The purpose of an end table is to provide storage space next to a sofa or loveseat. Most people use them in pairs, with one placed on either side of the focal furnishing in a seating area. Find a large collection of accent tables and end 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 a small table called?

What a small table is called depends largely on where it's located. A small table placed beside a bed is a bedside table or a nightstand. Small tables in seating areas positioned between sofas, loveseats and accent chairs are end tables or side tables. Shop a wide range of tables on 1stDibs.

What is the best height for an end table?

The best height for an end table depends on the sofa or chair beside it. Generally, an end table should be around 3 inches shorter than the arm. A table that is the same height as the arm may also work, but avoid buying tables that are higher than the arm because taller pieces could make it hard to reach objects stored on the tabletops. On 1stDibs, shop a range of end tables.

What can I use instead of an end table?

You can use a number of things in place of an end table. Place a stool, chest, trunk, barrel or crate beside your sofa or chair, or use a bar cart or freestanding tray to rest a lamp and other objects on. If there is a wall nearby, you can even install a floating shelf within arm’s reach. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of living room furniture.

What are the tables at the end of couches called?

What the tables at the end of couches are called can vary. However, the most common name for tables in this position is end table. You may also see them referred to as side tables, accent tables or occasional tables. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of end tables.

What is the average size of an end table?

An end table should be within two inches as high as the chair or sofa it stands next to and equal in depth.

What are bedroom end tables called?

Bedroom end tables are often called nightstands if they have drawers or cabinet doors included in their designs. Open pieces without built-in storage are sometimes referred to as bedside tables. Shop a collection of nightstands and bedside tables on 1stDibs.

Do end tables need to match coffee table?

End tables and coffee tables do not need to match. Nevertheless it can be nice to have a similar color scheme or have one set of end tables match and perhaps have the coffee table match a TV stand.

What’s the difference between a nightstand and an end table?

The difference between a nightstand and an end table is their location: A nightstand is in a bedroom, while an end table is in a living area.Find end tables on 1stDibs.

What is the end chair called for a dining table?

The end chairs are called an armchair. Typically found at the head of the table, these specific chairs have armrests and give off a more formal feel. You can shop a collection of armchairs and dining tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Should end tables be higher or lower than a couch?

Generally, end tables should be about the same height as the arm of your couch. When the tables aren't significantly taller or shorter, you can reach the tabletop to access items or switch on a lamp with greater ease. Shop a range of end tables on 1stDibs.

What is the small table next to a bed?

The small table next to a bed is called either a nightstand or bedside table. These tables serve as storage as well as a surface for important bedside items, such as your book, your phone or a small pitcher of water. Shop antique, vintage and modern bedside tables on 1stDibs.

What is a small dining table called?

A small dining table is also called a dinette. A table and two to four seats are frequently included. Designed for small spaces, dinettes are most often used in kitchens and breakfast nooks. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage and antique dinettes.

Is a glass table better for small spaces?

Whether a glass table is better for small spaces is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people find that a transparent glass table creates the illusion of a larger room and makes a compact area feel more spacious. Shop a variety of glass tables on 1stDibs.

What is the small table in the living room called?

The small table in the living room is often called a side table. The name comes from the fact that these small yet tall tables typically go beside seating. Small side tables positioned on either end of a sofa or loveseat are sometimes referred to as end tables. A low table in front of a sofa is usually called a coffee table. Shop a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary side tables on 1stDibs.

Small End Tables

Q: Are end tables taller than coffee tables?

Yes, end tables are generally taller than coffee tables .The term “end table” is frequently used interchangeably with “coffee table,” and while these two furnishings have much in common, each table type offers its own distinctive benefits in your space.Your end table is likely going to stand as tall as the arms of your sofa , and its depth will match the seating . These attributes allow for tucking the table neatly at the end of your sofa in order to provide an elevated surface between your seating and the wall. End tables are accent pieces — they’re a close cousin to side tables , but side tables, not unlike the show-stealing low-profile coffee table, are intended to be positioned prominently and have more to do with the flow and design of a room than an end table, which does a great job but does it out of the way of everything else.Find all kinds of antique and vintage tables on 1stDibs.

Carrara Marble Topped Side Tables

Ship Chest

Table With Twisted Wood Leg

Small Mahogany Chests

Italian Round Side Table

Lighted Pedestal

Multifunctional Furniture

Small Cabinets

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Regency Decorative Boxes

Materials

Leather, Wood

Regency Leather Faux Book Box on Painted Stand or End Table, English, circa 1830

$3,200

Postmodern Polished Chrome Petite Cocktail End Table Base by Renato Zevi

By Renato Zevi

Located in San Diego, CA

A very rare small end cocktail table designed by Renato Zevi, circa 1980's chrome-plated steel

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Chrome

Postmodern Polished Chrome Petite Cocktail End Table Base by Renato Zevi

$620 Sale Price

20% Off

Pair French Antique Side Chests w/ "Faux Book" Real Leather Book Spines Design

Located in Atlanta, GA

century pair of French small-sized chests, with their whimsical leather-bound book fronts, would be

Category

Early 20th Century French Night Stands

Materials

Leather, Wood

Pair French Antique Side Chests w/ "Faux Book" Real Leather Book Spines Design

$5,460 / set

HIVE I, Resin and Travertine Side Table by Paola Valle

By Paola Valle

Located in Ciudad De México, MX

fun and easy to look and will definitely be an outstanding addition to any space. The small nesting

Category

2010s Mexican Modern Side Tables

Materials

Travertine, Marble

HIVE I, Resin and Travertine Side Table by Paola Valle

$3,000 / item

HIVE II, Resin and Travertine Cube Side Table by Paola Valle

By Paola Valle

Located in Ciudad De México, MX

fun and easy to look and will definitely be an outstanding addition to any space. The small nesting

Category

2010s Mexican Modern Side Tables

Materials

Travertine, Marble

HIVE II, Resin and Travertine Cube Side Table by Paola Valle

$2,650 / item

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Teak Chests with Marble Tops

Located in New York, NY

marble. (see photos but hard to capture, not prominent). Can be used without marble. Small dark mark in

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Teak Chests with Marble Tops

$3,800 / set

Restored 1950s Boho Two-Tier "Arch" Rattan Mahogany Side Table

Located in Van Nuys, CA

would be happy to make you Custom cushions in C.O.M. (Customer's Own Material) are available for a small

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Rattan

Restored 1950s Boho Two-Tier "Arch" Rattan Mahogany Side Table

$720 Sale Price

40% Off

Renaissance Spanish Occassional Table circa 1600 in Walnut

Located in Brussels, Brussels

Spanish Renaissance walnut table circa 1600 Sublime small table with a beautiful large walnut top

Category

Antique 16th Century Spanish Renaissance Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Renaissance Spanish Occassional Table circa 1600 in Walnut

$4,804

Carv Tall Table in Orobico Marble by Daniel Fintzi for Formar

By Daniel Fintzi

Located in 中西區, HK

sought after. Smaller pieces are usually broken down into low value products that don’t reflect the

Category

2010s Chinese Modern Tables

Materials

Marble

Carv Tall Table in Orobico Marble by Daniel Fintzi for Formar

$2,040 Sale Price / item

20% Off

Carv Tall Table in Carrara Marble by Daniel Fintzi for Formar

By Daniel Fintzi

Located in 中西區, HK

sought after. Smaller pieces are usually broken down into low value products that don’t reflect the

Category

2010s Chinese Modern End Tables

Materials

Marble, Carrara Marble

Carv Tall Table in Carrara Marble by Daniel Fintzi for Formar

$2,650 / item

Pair, Guy Lefevre for Maison Jansen Polished Brass Side End Tables Mirrored Top

By Maison Jansen

Located in Miami, FL

Glass has some scratches due to History. 1 Mirror Glass Top has a small chip. Mirrored glass measures

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Brass

Pair, Guy Lefevre for Maison Jansen Polished Brass Side End Tables Mirrored Top

$4,800 / set

French Pair of Mirror-Top Carved-Wood End Tables, 1920 s

Located in Atlanta, GA

tables, circa 1920's, would make for wonderful end tables flanking a settee or smaller seating

Category

Early 20th Century French End Tables

Materials

Mirror, Wood

French Pair of Mirror-Top Carved-Wood End Tables, 1920 s

$4,900 / set

Large Vintage French Oak, Bronzed Brass, Marble Top Occasional Side Wine Table

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

small occasional table with thick marble top and bronzed gilt brass fixtures Please note the

Category

Early 20th Century French Victorian End Tables

Materials

Marble

Large Vintage French Oak, Bronzed Brass, Marble Top Occasional Side Wine Table

$3,233

French Empire Mahogany Table with Gold Gilt Ormolu Mounts and Black Granite Top

Located in Savannah, GA

versatile as an end table, dry bar or small console table. "French Empire style developed after the

Category

Antique 1820s French Empire End Tables

Materials

Granite, Brass

French Empire Mahogany Table with Gold Gilt Ormolu Mounts and Black Granite Top

$2,795 Sale Price

27% Off

Two Paldao Line Art Deco End Tables by Gilbert Rohde for Herman Miller, C 1940

By Herman Miller, Gilbert Rohde

Located in Shepperton, Surrey

storage compartments for jewellery or other small items. These beautiful examples of US Deco have been

Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco End Tables

Materials

Paldao

Two Paldao Line Art Deco End Tables by Gilbert Rohde for Herman Miller, C 1940

$6,190

Luxury Handcrafted Natural Marble Turquoise Resin Low Table Minerals, Carla Baz

By Carla Baz

Located in Geneve, CH

. Thus began a very inspiring sequence of experiments which resulted in small editions of her sculptural

Category

2010s Lebanese Post-Modern Tables

Materials

Marble

Luxury Handcrafted Natural Marble Turquoise Resin Low Table Minerals, Carla Baz

$11,229 / item

Luxury Natural Marble Peach Resin Rounded Square Low Table Minerals, Carla Baz

By Carla Baz

Located in Geneve, CH

inspiring sequence of experiments which resulted in small editions of her sculptural and functional

Category

2010s Lebanese Post-Modern Tables

Materials

Marble

Luxury Natural Marble Peach Resin Rounded Square Low Table Minerals, Carla Baz

$9,512 / item

Pair Cerused Reeded Rattan End Tables Glass Tops Organic Modern Palm Leaf Design

Located in Topeka, KS

Lovely organic modern cerused reeded rattan 1 large and 1 small end table with glass tops

Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Organic Modern End Tables

Materials

Glass, Rattan

Pair Cerused Reeded Rattan End Tables Glass Tops Organic Modern Palm Leaf Design

$1,895 / set

Art Deco Gilbert Rohde for Brown Saltman Geometric Side Table

By Gilbert Rohde

Located in Van Nuys, CA

with a great geometric round Cantaleviered Stacking table, and curio display for any small decorative

Category

Vintage 1940s Art Deco End Tables

Materials

Pearwood

Art Deco Gilbert Rohde for Brown Saltman Geometric Side Table

$1,104 Sale Price

40% Off

Rosewood Side Table by Móveis Cantù, 1960s, Brazilian Mid-Century Design

By Cantu

Located in New York, NY

architects and manufactured by small companies in the 1960s. The specialists were responsible for conducting

Category

Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Rosewood Side Table by Móveis Cantù, 1960s, Brazilian Mid-Century Design

$8,400

Luxury Handcrafted Natural Solid Marble Red Resin Low Table Minerals, Carla Baz

By Carla Baz

Located in Geneve, CH

. Thus began a very inspiring sequence of experiments which resulted in small editions of her sculptural

Category

2010s Lebanese Post-Modern Tables

Materials

Marble

Luxury Handcrafted Natural Solid Marble Red Resin Low Table Minerals, Carla Baz

$9,248 / item

Luxury Handcrafted Natural Marble Green Resin Low Table Minerals, Carla Baz

By Carla Baz

Located in Geneve, CH

. Thus began a very inspiring sequence of experiments which resulted in small editions of her sculptural

Category

2010s Lebanese Post-Modern Tables

Materials

Marble

Luxury Handcrafted Natural Marble Green Resin Low Table Minerals, Carla Baz

$9,248 / item

Luxury Handcrafted Natural Marble Purple Resin Low Table Minerals, Carla Baz

By Carla Baz

Located in Geneve, CH

inspiring sequence of experiments which resulted in small editions of her sculptural and functional

Category

2010s Lebanese Post-Modern Tables

Materials

Marble

Luxury Handcrafted Natural Marble Purple Resin Low Table Minerals, Carla Baz

$9,644 / item

Luxury Handcrafted Natural Marble Turquoise Resin Low Table Minerals, Carla Baz

By Carla Baz

Located in Geneve, CH

. Thus began a very inspiring sequence of experiments which resulted in small editions of her sculptural

Category

2010s Lebanese Post-Modern Tables

Materials

Marble

Luxury Handcrafted Natural Marble Turquoise Resin Low Table Minerals, Carla Baz

$11,890 / item

Mario Buatta for John Widdicomb Regency Style Ebonized End Table

By John Widdicomb, Mario Buatta

Located in Aramits, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

consistent with use, a very small dent in the surface, and a tiny ding on in the ebonized part of the apron

Category

Late 20th Century American Regency End Tables

Materials

Wood

Mario Buatta for John Widdicomb Regency Style Ebonized End Table

$1,801

Mosaic Tile Top End Table, circa 1960s

Located in New York, NY

side/small cocktail table. Dimensions: 20.38" square x 17" height.

Category

Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Wood, Oak

Mosaic Tile Top End Table, circa 1960s

$1,250

1980s Postmodern Natural Mactan stone Accent / End Table with Glass Top

Located in Miami, FL

age. The base shows couple of small chips and glass top has some minor surface scratches. Please see

Category

Vintage 1980s Philippine Post-Modern End Tables

Materials

Stone

1980s Postmodern Natural Mactan stone Accent / End Table with Glass Top

$910

1982 Drexel Heritage ET Cetera Chinoiserie End Table Black Burl with Ormolu

By Drexel

Located in Topeka, KS

helm. By 1950 under the younger Huffman’s leadership Drexel had grown from a small factory to a leader

Category

Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie End Tables

Materials

Metal

1982 Drexel Heritage ET Cetera Chinoiserie End Table Black Burl with Ormolu

$2,295

18th Century Italian Carved, Gilded and Painted Wood Side/End Table

Located in Atlanta, GA

sized coffee table would look exquisite within a small seating arrangement.

Category

Antique 18th Century Italian End Tables

Materials

Giltwood, Wood

18th Century Italian Carved, Gilded and Painted Wood Side/End Table

$1,915

1950s Frederic Weinberg Iron End Table or Stacking Shelf

By Frederic Weinberg

Located in New Windsor, NY

roughness to the edge and a small flea bite to one corner. Please feel free to brows my other Weinberg

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Shelves

Materials

Iron

1950s Frederic Weinberg Iron End Table or Stacking Shelf

$548 Sale Price

20% Off

Raw Minimalist Concrete Pillar Table, Natural Color by Lucas Tyra Morten

By Lucas Morten

Located in Geneve, CH

atelier of Lucas and Tyra Morten is a small scale artist studio presenting handmade objects and artworks

Category

2010s Swedish Modern Side Tables

Materials

Concrete

Raw Minimalist Concrete Pillar Table, Natural Color by Lucas Tyra Morten

$4,135 / item

Modern Karl Springer Style Sculptural Curved Waterfall Side End Table, 1980 s

By Karl Springer

Located in Lambertville, NJ

upholstered in a fabric for a customized look. This versatile piece is also a nice size for a smaller scaled

Category

Vintage 1980s Post-Modern End Tables

Materials

Laminate, Wood

Modern Karl Springer Style Sculptural Curved Waterfall Side End Table, 1980 s

$640 Sale Price

20% Off

17th Century Hand Carved Antique Side Farm Table Desk Center Drawer Los Angeles

Located in West Hollywood, CA

home as a side table, between two chairs, to have a chinoiserie piece of art on top. Or as a small

Category

Antique 17th Century English William and Mary End Tables

Materials

Metal

17th Century Hand Carved Antique Side Farm Table Desk Center Drawer Los Angeles

$11,600

4 Pc Set Vintage Modernist Garden Patio Poolside Tables Made in Italy by EMU

By EMU Furniture

Located in New York, NY

consistent of one larger table (23.5 diameter x 18 height inches) and three smaller tables (16 diameter x

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Post-Modern Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Steel

4 Pc Set Vintage Modernist Garden Patio Poolside Tables Made in Italy by EMU

$595 / set

CIRCA 1940 s MAISON JANSEN DUCK / SWAN HEAD SIDE TABLE POLISHED CHROME BRASS

By Maison Jansen

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

super super rare, it can be used as a stool, side table or small luggage rack, it is pure art furniture

Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco End Tables

Materials

Brass, Chrome

CIRCA 1940 s MAISON JANSEN DUCK / SWAN HEAD SIDE TABLE POLISHED CHROME BRASS

$4,058

Pair of Handcrafted Walnut Nightstands / End Tables

By SUM Furniture

Located in London, GB

are all completely handmade, in very small numbers, by our skilled craftspeople in England.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Post-Modern End Tables

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Handcrafted Walnut Nightstands / End Tables

$5,613 / set

Pair Handcrafted English Oak Nightstands

Located in London, GB

are all completely handmade, in very small numbers, by our skilled craftspeople in England.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Night Stands

Materials

Oak

Pair Handcrafted English Oak Nightstands

$5,434 / set

Vintage Chrome and Brass End Table in the Style of Karl Springer

Located in Wilton, CT

modern or traditional. End table comes installed with small removable brass casters.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern End Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass, Chrome

Vintage Chrome and Brass End Table in the Style of Karl Springer

$1,500

Fine Austrian Neoclassic Biedermeier Chest

Located in Westport, CT

Elegant small neoclassic two drawer chest in walnut veneer on pine with ebonized interior panels

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of ...

Materials

Walnut

Fine Austrian Neoclassic Biedermeier Chest

$6,800

Regency Set of Side Tables

Located in Westwood, NJ

circular occasional tables. Dimensions: Largest 19.5" W x 19.5" D x 24" H Smaller 16.75" W x 16.75" D

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Regency End Tables

Materials

Brass

Regency Set of Side Tables

$6,057 / item

Fine Pair of Mid-Century Modern Brass and Smoked Glass Three Tier Etagere Tables

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

smoked glass shelves, I also have a smaller pair of rectangle side tables from the same suite listed

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Glass

Fine Pair of Mid-Century Modern Brass and Smoked Glass Three Tier Etagere Tables

$3,576 / set

Rosewood Bar Cart by Móveis Cantù, 1960s, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Design

By Cantu

Located in New York, NY

architects and manufactured by small companies in the 1960s. The specialists were responsible for conducting

Category

Vintage 1960s Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Dry Bars

Materials

Formica, Rosewood

Rosewood Bar Cart by Móveis Cantù, 1960s, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Design

$9,660

Side Table, Stool or Nightstand in Solid Wood Finish, Auxiliary Table Socle 38

By Joel Escalona

Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX

Socle side table, auxiliary table, night stand Socle is a small solid wood table designed by the

Category

2010s Mexican Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Wood, Hardwood

Side Table, Stool or Nightstand in Solid Wood Finish, Auxiliary Table Socle 38

$5,900 / item

VIntage Modern Metal and Glass Nesting Tables

Located in Brooklyn, NY

These charming tables will fit perfectly in and small nook or bedroom. They can function in a

Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Metal

VIntage Modern Metal and Glass Nesting Tables

$1,100

Vintage Wine Rack Metal Table in Antiqued Finish

Located in Plainview, NY

and can store up to 8 bottles. The table also has a small shelf to place the wine opener. Stylish and

Category

Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Serving Tables

Materials

Metal

Vintage Wine Rack Metal Table in Antiqued Finish

$600 Sale Price

20% Off

19th Century, France Inlaid Wood Centre Table

Located in IT

wooden frames that follow the trend of the furniture. On the front there is a small drawer, with a

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Restauration Center Tables

Materials

Bronze

19th Century, France Inlaid Wood Centre Table

$13,812

Isolette, End Table, Telegrey by Atelier Ferraro

Located in Geneve, CH

table “Isole”, on a smaller scale. The height of the surface elements is customizable, as to serve

Category

2010s German Post-Modern End Tables

Materials

Wood

Isolette, End Table, Telegrey by Atelier Ferraro

$1,981 / item

Isolette, End Table, Steel Blue by Atelier Ferraro

Located in Geneve, CH

coffee table “Isole”, on a smaller scale. The height of the surface elements is customizable, as to serve

Category

2010s German Post-Modern End Tables

Materials

Wood

Isolette, End Table, Steel Blue by Atelier Ferraro

$1,981 / item

Isolette, End Table, Wood Oiled by Atelier Ferraro

Located in Geneve, CH

“Isole”, on a smaller scale. The height of the surface elements is customizable, as to serve either as an

Category

2010s German Post-Modern End Tables

Materials

Wood

Isolette, End Table, Wood Oiled by Atelier Ferraro

$1,981 / item

Set of 2, Isolette, End Tables, Wood Oiled by Atelier Ferraro

Located in Geneve, CH

coffee table “Isole”, on a smaller scale. The height of the surface elements is customizable, as to serve

Category

2010s German Post-Modern End Tables

Materials

Wood

Set of 2, Isolette, End Tables, Wood Oiled by Atelier Ferraro

$3,963 / set

Set of 2, Isolette, End Tables, Telegrey by Atelier Ferraro

Located in Geneve, CH

coffee table “Isole”, on a smaller scale. The height of the surface elements is customizable, as to serve

Category

2010s German Post-Modern End Tables

Materials

Wood

Set of 2, Isolette, End Tables, Telegrey by Atelier Ferraro

$3,963 / set

Set of 2, Isolette, End Tables, Steel Blue by Atelier Ferraro

Located in Geneve, CH

principle as the coffee table “Isole”, on a smaller scale. The height of the surface elements is

Category

2010s German Post-Modern End Tables

Materials

Wood

Set of 2, Isolette, End Tables, Steel Blue by Atelier Ferraro

$3,963 / set

Pair of George Zee Two Tier Rosewood End Tables, circa 1960s

By George Zee and Co, George Zee

Located in Germantown, MD

well proportioned, great for smaller spaces as well as large spaces. These tables look amazing at any

Category

Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Ming Side Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Pair of George Zee Two Tier Rosewood End Tables, circa 1960s

$1,995 / set

Handcrafted English Oak Night Stand

By SUM Furniture

Located in London, GB

small numbers, by our skilled craftspeople in England.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Night Stands

Materials

Oak

Handcrafted English Oak Night Stand

$2,717 / item

French Side End Tables Glass Tops by White Furniture Co

Located in Lake Worth, FL

minor wear on edges where the custom-cut scalloped glass meets the backs. There is a small chip on 1

Category

Vintage 1960s French Provincial End Tables

Materials

Cherry, Glass

French Side End Tables Glass Tops by White Furniture Co

$796 Sale Price / set

20% Off

Antique English Table Drop Leaf Gateleg Turned Post Carved Top Trestle Base Oak

Located in Tyler, TX

an end table, sofa table, lamp table or small nightstand Add a touch of English charm to your

Category

Vintage 1920s English Arts and Crafts Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Oak

Antique English Table Drop Leaf Gateleg Turned Post Carved Top Trestle Base Oak

$1,735

English Campaign Decorative Box on Stand

Located in Westwood, NJ

An English Campaign style decorative box on stand, this smaller wood box is beautifully detailed

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Campaign End Tables

Materials

Wood

English Campaign Decorative Box on Stand

$1,281 / item

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Small End Tables For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of small end tables available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and hardwood, all small end tables available were constructed with great care. There are 3975 antique and vintage small end tables for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 565 modern editions to choose from as well. Small end 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. Small end tables made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Not every interior allows for large small end tables, so small small end tables measuring 1 inches across are available at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made small end tables over the years, but those made by Joel Escalona, Roberto Giacomucci and SUM Furniture are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Small End Tables?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,898, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $124,500 highest priced.

Finding the Right End Tables for You

Beyond just providing additional tabletop space for your living room, an attractive vintage end table can help you organize as well as display books and decorative objects.

The term “end table” is frequently used interchangeably with “coffee table,” and while these two furnishings have much in common, each offers their own distinctive benefits in your space.

Your end table is likely going to stand as tall as the arms of your sofa, and its depth will match the seating. These attributes allow for tucking the table neatly at the end of your sofa in order to provide an elevated surface between your seating and the wall. End tables are accent pieces — they’re a close cousin to side tables, but side tables, not unlike the show-stealing low-profile coffee table, are intended to be positioned prominently and have more to do with the flow and design of a room than an end table, which does a great job but does it out of the way of everything else.

End tables with a drawer or a shelf can easily stow away books or television remotes. Living-room end tables frequently assist with lighting, specifically as they’re often positioned adjacent to a wall. Their height and compact tabletop render them ideal for table lamps and plants, particularly if parked near a window.

And given their practicality, there is no shortage of simple, streamlined end tables from mid-century modern favorites such as Baker Furniture Company, Dunbar and Knoll that will serve your clutter-clearing minimalist efforts or wide-open loft space well. But over the years, furniture designers have taken to venturesome experimentation, crafting tables from fallen trees, introducing organic shapes and playing with sculptural forms, so much so that your understated end table might eventually become the centerpiece of a room, no matter where you choose to place it. One-of-a-kind contemporary designs prove that there are endless options for what an end table can be, while furniture makers working in the Art Deco style have proven that end tables can be stacked, staggered and nested at will, creating all kinds of variations on this popular home accent.

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Questions About Small End Tables

What are end tables?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
End tables are small tables that sit beside a larger piece of furniture. The height of an end table is generally that of an arm of a chair.
How high are end tables?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
How high end tables are varies. Most pieces are 18 to 24 inches tall. To ensure easy access to the tabletop from a sofa or chair, choose a table that is within 2 inches of the height of its arm. For example, if your sofa's arm is 20 inches tall, you could choose a table between 18 and 22 inches in height. Shop a wide range of end tables on 1stDibs.
What are end tables used for?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
End tables typically hold lamps, coasters and other items to keep them within easy reach from the sofa or chair they are next to.
What is the difference between an accent table and an end table?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
The difference between an accent table and an end table comes down to how you use them. Accent tables function primarily as decorations and may be placed almost anywhere in a room. The purpose of an end table is to provide storage space next to a sofa or loveseat. Most people use them in pairs, with one placed on either side of the focal furnishing in a seating area. Find a large collection of accent tables and end 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.
Are end tables taller than coffee tables?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
Yes, end tables are generally taller than coffee tables.

The term “end table” is frequently used interchangeably with “coffee table,” and while these two furnishings have much in common, each table type offers its own distinctive benefits in your space.

Your end table is likely going to stand as tall as the arms of your sofa, and its depth will match the seating. These attributes allow for tucking the table neatly at the end of your sofa in order to provide an elevated surface between your seating and the wall. End tables are accent pieces — they’re a close cousin to side tables, but side tables, not unlike the show-stealing low-profile coffee table, are intended to be positioned prominently and have more to do with the flow and design of a room than an end table, which does a great job but does it out of the way of everything else.

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What is a small table called?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
What a small table is called depends largely on where it's located. A small table placed beside a bed is a bedside table or a nightstand. Small tables in seating areas positioned between sofas, loveseats and accent chairs are end tables or side tables. Shop a wide range of tables on 1stDibs.
What is the best height for an end table?
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1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
The best height for an end table depends on the sofa or chair beside it. Generally, an end table should be around 3 inches shorter than the arm. A table that is the same height as the arm may also work, but avoid buying tables that are higher than the arm because taller pieces could make it hard to reach objects stored on the tabletops. On 1stDibs, shop a range of end tables.
What can I use instead of an end table?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
You can use a number of things in place of an end table. Place a stool, chest, trunk, barrel or crate beside your sofa or chair, or use a bar cart or freestanding tray to rest a lamp and other objects on. If there is a wall nearby, you can even install a floating shelf within arm’s reach. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of living room furniture.
What are the tables at the end of couches called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
What the tables at the end of couches are called can vary. However, the most common name for tables in this position is end table. You may also see them referred to as side tables, accent tables or occasional tables. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of end tables.
What is the average size of an end table?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
An end table should be within two inches as high as the chair or sofa it stands next to and equal in depth.
What are bedroom end tables called?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
Bedroom end tables are often called nightstands if they have drawers or cabinet doors included in their designs. Open pieces without built-in storage are sometimes referred to as bedside tables. Shop a collection of nightstands and bedside tables on 1stDibs.
Do end tables need to match coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
End tables and coffee tables do not need to match. Nevertheless it can be nice to have a similar color scheme or have one set of end tables match and perhaps have the coffee table match a TV stand.
What’s the difference between a nightstand and an end table?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
The difference between a nightstand and an end table is their location: A nightstand is in a bedroom, while an end table is in a living area.

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What is the end chair called for a dining table?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The end chairs are called an armchair. Typically found at the head of the table, these specific chairs have armrests and give off a more formal feel. You can shop a collection of armchairs and dining tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
Should end tables be higher or lower than a couch?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
Generally, end tables should be about the same height as the arm of your couch. When the tables aren't significantly taller or shorter, you can reach the tabletop to access items or switch on a lamp with greater ease. Shop a range of end tables on 1stDibs.
What is the small table next to a bed?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
The small table next to a bed is called either a nightstand or bedside table. These tables serve as storage as well as a surface for important bedside items, such as your book, your phone or a small pitcher of water. Shop antique, vintage and modern bedside tables on 1stDibs.
What is a small dining table called?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
A small dining table is also called a dinette. A table and two to four seats are frequently included. Designed for small spaces, dinettes are most often used in kitchens and breakfast nooks. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage and antique dinettes.
Is a glass table better for small spaces?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
Whether a glass table is better for small spaces is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, many people find that a transparent glass table creates the illusion of a larger room and makes a compact area feel more spacious. Shop a variety of glass tables on 1stDibs.
What is the small table in the living room called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 27, 2024
The small table in the living room is often called a side table. The name comes from the fact that these small yet tall tables typically go beside seating. Small side tables positioned on either end of a sofa or loveseat are sometimes referred to as end tables. A low table in front of a sofa is usually called a coffee table. Shop a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary side tables on 1stDibs.

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