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 are side tables used for?

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

What are nesting side tables?

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

What size should a side table be?

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

What are side tables called?

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

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 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.

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.

What is a small table next to your bed called?

The small table next to the bed is called a nightstand or bedside table. These tables usually have a bedside lamp which is useful for reading. Modern nightstands are small tables with one or two drawers. It’s a space to hold a lamp, your book, your phone, a flashlight and more. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and antique bedside tables.

What shape table is best for a small space?

The best shape table for a small space is a square shaped table. Because they can have multiple functions and easily push into the corner of the room, they are said to better as they'll take up less space in a dining room or kitchen. Find a range of tables today on 1stDibs.

Is a round dining table better in a small space?

Whether a round dining table is better in a small space is largely a matter of personal preference. Working with a tighter space may mean that a round or oval dining room table, a design that references the festive meals of the medieval era, may be a better fit. Round dining room tables, particularly those that originated in the Art Deco period, still endure as a popular contemporary substitute for traditional rectangular dining tables. Both round and oval tables take up less space than rectangular and square tables of similar size because they lack corners. Find a variety of round tables on 1stDibs.

What is the best shape table for a small dining room?

The best shape for a table in a small dining room can be a round table. A round table works well in small rooms and smaller square-shaped rooms. It creates a cozy setting, so it is the best shape for a small group of people. Visually, it seems to occupy less space than a rectangle because of the rounded corners, and this also means that it has less surface area. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage round dining tables.

Does a coffee table make a small living room look smaller or bigger?

Whether a coffee table makes a small living room look smaller or larger depends on the design. Tables with glass or open, airy designs can create the illusion of a larger space. Round and oval tables can also increase the feeling of openness in a room. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of coffee tables.

Small Side Tables

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Antique Late 19th Century English Early Victorian Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

Victorian Wood Drop-Leaf Side Table with Turned Legs, 19th Century

$1,755

Gemini Stromatolite - a Limited Edition Small Table with Stromatolite Top

By HEMO

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Introducing the Gemini small table - a stunning addition to our collection of coffee tables

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2010s Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Gemini Stromatolite - a Limited Edition Small Table with Stromatolite Top

$2,830

19th Century Ebonized Baroque Spanish Side Table with Lyre Legs

Located in Miami, FL

as an end table, nightstand, side table or small desk. Restored.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Ebonized Baroque Spanish Side Table with Lyre Legs

$2,275

Gio Ponti Pietro Chiesa Side Tables Mirrored Glass Tops Asymmetrical Form

By Pietro Chiesa, Gio Ponti

Located in Chicago, IL

function as side tables or small coffee table. Position the tables in whatever configuration you desire

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Gio Ponti Pietro Chiesa Side Tables Mirrored Glass Tops Asymmetrical Form

$18,000 / set

Small Restored Empire Era Table, Made in 1810s Austria, Ash

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

Austrian Empire small table Period: 1810-1819 Material: Ash.

Category

Antique 1810s Austrian Empire Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany, Lacquer

Small Restored Empire Era Table, Made in 1810s Austria, Ash

$2,507

AKMD White Oak and Purple-white Marble Tee Table Small

Located in Chicago, IL

, the smaller one 19" high. The Tee Table also pairs well with our marble accessories or the "To Die For

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21st Century and Contemporary Side Tables

Materials

Marble

AKMD White Oak and Purple-white Marble Tee Table Small

$5,000

Pair of Red Granite and Brass Side Tables, Italy, 1980s

Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR

Pair of end side tables, small gueridon or nightstands red granite marble stone top, brass and

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Granite, Marble, Metal, Brass

Pair of Red Granite and Brass Side Tables, Italy, 1980s

$4,418 / set

Small Antique Campaign Tea Table, Anglo-Indian, Relief Carved Teak, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a small antique campaign tea table. An Anglo-Indian folding piece in richly carved teak

Category

Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Side Tables

Materials

Teak

Small Antique Campaign Tea Table, Anglo-Indian, Relief Carved Teak, Victorian

$1,808

French rustic mid-century side table in wood ca. 1850

Located in Meulebeke, BE

France 1850 / side table / wood / rustic / mid century Elegant side or small table in full wood

Category

Antique 1850s French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

French rustic mid-century side table in wood ca. 1850

$1,311

Glas Italia HAROLD AND MAUDE Small Low table by Carlo Tamborini

By Carlo Tamborini, Glas Italia

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Low tables in extralight transparent glass, available in two different sizes. A complex and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Glass

Glas Italia HAROLD AND MAUDE Small Low table by Carlo Tamborini

$1,984 / item

Vintage side table in pine wood tiled with mosaic, Belgium 1950s

Located in Meulebeke, BE

Belgium / 1950 / side table / wood, ceramics / Mid-century Small charming side table tiled with

Category

Vintage 1950s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Pine

Vintage side table in pine wood tiled with mosaic, Belgium 1950s

$656

Jalama End Table by Levi Christiansen x Lawson-Fenning, Small

By Lawson-Fenning

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Jalama End Table pairs sturdy hardwood dowels with cascading selves that play with various soft

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Jalama End Table by Levi Christiansen x Lawson-Fenning, Small

$2,575

Restored Rattan "Double Circle" Side Table W/ Mahogany Top

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Small "Double Circle" rattan side table with 24" round Mahogany top and decorative second-tier Ring

Category

Vintage 1950s American Side Tables

Materials

Rattan

Restored Rattan "Double Circle" Side Table W/ Mahogany Top

$870 Sale Price

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Nest of Three Solid Wood Tables, One Large and Two Small

Located in London, GB

Nest of Three Solid Wood Tables, One Large and Two Small. Two sets available. Large table H. 53. L

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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Nest of Three Solid Wood Tables, One Large and Two Small

$2,457 Sale Price / set

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Small Vintage Campaign Ornamental Table, Burmese Teak, Folding, Lamp, Art Deco

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a small vintage campaign ornamental table. A Burmese, carved teak fold away display or lamp

Category

Vintage 1940s Burmese Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Teak

Small Vintage Campaign Ornamental Table, Burmese Teak, Folding, Lamp, Art Deco

$980

Small Old Elm Table with Iron Structure, Made in Italy

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 400 other unique products. Small

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Small Old Elm Table with Iron Structure, Made in Italy

$1,190 / item

Henry Holland Studio Alto Bronze, Brown and Green Ceramic Side Table

By Henry Holland Studio

Located in London, GB

Elevate your space, however small, with the Alto Side Table. Hand built using traditional Nerikomi

Category

2010s British Side Tables

Materials

Bronze

Henry Holland Studio Alto Bronze, Brown and Green Ceramic Side Table

$6,484 / item

Henry Holland Studio Alto Bronze, Oatmeal and White Ceramic Side Table

By Henry Holland Studio

Located in London, GB

Elevate your space, however small, with the Alto Side Table. Hand built using traditional Nerikomi

Category

2010s British Side Tables

Materials

Bronze

Henry Holland Studio Alto Bronze, Oatmeal and White Ceramic Side Table

$6,484 / item

Maitland Smith Small Claw Ball Scalloped Piecrust Embossed Leather Top Table

By Maitland Smith

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Maitland Smith Mahogany Small Claw and Ball Carved Scalloped Piecrust Embossed Leather Top Table

Category

1990s Indonesian American Classical Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Maitland Smith Small Claw Ball Scalloped Piecrust Embossed Leather Top Table

$1,695

Rustic low Wooden tripod tree trunk Side Table, Belgium ca. 1900

Located in Meulebeke, BE

Belgium / 1900 / side table / wood / Wabi wabi / Brutalist / Mid-century / Rustic Small wooden

Category

Antique Early 1900s Belgian Rustic Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Rustic low Wooden tripod tree trunk Side Table, Belgium ca. 1900

$1,015

Primitive Antique Genuine Swedish Red Extendable Wall Table or Small Sideboard

Located in Kramfors, SE

Primitive Folk Art table from Sweden, can also be used as a small sideboard. The table have most

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Primitive Side Tables

Materials

Pine

Primitive Antique Genuine Swedish Red Extendable Wall Table or Small Sideboard

$2,985

Cross Binate Console Table —Small — Blackened Steel Frame — Honed Cumbrian Slate

By Richy Almond, Novocastrian

Located in Washington, GB

A console table in blackened steel and honed Cumbrian slate. Hand crafted to order in the North

Category

2010s British Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Slate, Stone, Limestone, Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass, Steel, Metal, Br...

Cross Binate Console Table —Small — Blackened Steel Frame — Honed Cumbrian Slate

$4,779 / item

ARCANO Small Table Eucalyptus Wood - Movable Pull-Out Shelves by Storagemilano

By Storagemilano, Fratelli Boffi

Located in Lentate sul Seveso, Monza e Brianza

Arcano is a coffee table that hides an unexpected detail within itself: an elegant central chest

Category

2010s Italian Side Tables

Materials

Wood

ARCANO Small Table Eucalyptus Wood - Movable Pull-Out Shelves by Storagemilano

$16,444 / item

19th Baroque Spanish Side Table with Lyre Legs and Carved Edges

Located in Miami, FL

as an end table, nightstand, side table or small desk. Restored.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

19th Baroque Spanish Side Table with Lyre Legs and Carved Edges

$2,375

St. Paul Plaster Side Table Petit Modèle by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

organic design. This small scale pedestal side table has our signature plaster of Paris finish which we

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Plaster

St. Paul Plaster Side Table Petit Modèle by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

$3,800

19th Century Ebonized Baroque Spanish Side Table with Lyre Legs

Located in Miami, FL

as an end table, nightstand, side table or small desk. Restored.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Ebonized Baroque Spanish Side Table with Lyre Legs

$2,675

Spanish Gilt Iron Side Table on an Elevated Tripod Base

Located in Buchanan, NY

A unique small scaled side table, recently made by European artisans, has a hand applied gold

Category

2010s Spanish Art Nouveau Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Spanish Gilt Iron Side Table on an Elevated Tripod Base

$1,470

Midcentury Danish small teak table, 1960 s, Dansk, Jens Quistgaard, signed

By Jens Quistgaard

Located in London, Fitzrovia

A tiny mid century folding side teak table, Denmark 1960's, by Jens Quistgaard. Lovely details

Category

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Midcentury Danish small teak table, 1960 s, Dansk, Jens Quistgaard, signed

$1,330

Small 18th C. Rustic Northern Spanish Table with Drawer, Intricately Hand-Carved

Located in Madrid, ES

This 18th century rustic side table from the Navarre region of Spain may be small in size, but big

Category

Antique 18th Century Spanish Rustic Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Small 18th C. Rustic Northern Spanish Table with Drawer, Intricately Hand-Carved

$1,845

18th Century English Small Mulberry Drum Table with Inlay Leather Top

Located in Atlanta, GA

18th Century English Small Mulberry Drum Table with Inlay & Leather Top

Category

Antique 18th Century English Side Tables

Materials

Leather, Wood

18th Century English Small Mulberry Drum Table with Inlay Leather Top

$3,250

Vintage Woven Rattan Side Table by Jan Kalous for ÚLUV

By ULUV Krásná jizba

Located in PRAHA 5, CZ

Small beech and rattan side table designed by Czech artist Jan Kalous. Manufactured by ÚLUV, former

Category

Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Rattan, Beech

Vintage Woven Rattan Side Table by Jan Kalous for ÚLUV

$214 Sale Price

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19th Century Baroque Spanish Side Table with Marquetry Painted Top

Located in Miami, FL

. . This table could be used as an end table, nightstand, side table, or small desk. Perfectly restored.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Spanish Baroque Side Tables

Materials

Wood

19th Century Baroque Spanish Side Table with Marquetry Painted Top

$1,920 Sale Price

20% Off

Frank Noir Organic Modern Classic Side or Cocktail Table Wende Reid

By Wende Reid

Located in Chatswood, NSW

Frank Noir, our original, ebonized, sculptural, organic modern small coffee or side table is a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Frank Noir Organic Modern Classic Side or Cocktail Table Wende Reid

$5,486 / item

Contemporary Modern Directoire Regency Style Gold Metal Arrow Side Table - Pair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Contemporary Modern Directoire Regency Style Gold Metal Arrow Small Drinks Side Tables - a Pair (No

Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Contemporary Modern Directoire Regency Style Gold Metal Arrow Side Table - Pair

$450 / set

Rollercoaster Small Table, Stainless Steel with Titanium Gold Color Finish

By Janne Kyttanen

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

An infinite spiral created in sleek stainless steel. Available in stainless steel, copper and luxurious 24-karat gold finishes.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Side Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Rollercoaster Small Table, Stainless Steel with Titanium Gold Color Finish

$20,000 / item

DECORATIVE ENGLISH ViCTORIAN HAND CARVED OCTAGONAL SIDE END OCCASIONAL TABLE

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

-1900 English Mahogany large side or small center table with ornately turned legs Please note the

Category

Antique 1880s English Late Victorian Side Tables

Materials

Hardwood

DECORATIVE ENGLISH ViCTORIAN HAND CARVED OCTAGONAL SIDE END OCCASIONAL TABLE

$921

Pair of side table by Josef Hoffmann for Jacob and Josef Kohn

By Josef Hoffmann, J J Kohn Mundus

Located in Piacenza, Italy

, the pair is ideal as side tables, small coffee tables, or decorative accent pieces alongside seating

Category

Vintage 1930s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Pair of side table by Josef Hoffmann for Jacob and Josef Kohn

$14,336 / set

Small Round Vintage Baker Pedestal Table In Gold Trompe L oeil

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

This rare Baker round gold pedestal end table features Napoleon style bronze hardware throughout

Category

Mid-20th Century American Empire Side Tables

Materials

Bronze

Small Round Vintage Baker Pedestal Table In Gold Trompe L oeil

$950

1970s Giacometti Style Forged Wrought Iron Faux Patina Glass Top Side Table

By Alberto and Diego Giacometti, Paul Ferrante

Located in St. Louis, MO

glass top small side or end table.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal

1970s Giacometti Style Forged Wrought Iron Faux Patina Glass Top Side Table

$2,850

Set of 2 Confetti Tables, Small Medium, Chalk- Midnight by Laun

Located in Geneve, CH

Set of 2 Confetti Tables, Small & Medium, Chalk- Midnight by Laun ( Handmade in Los Angeles

Category

2010s Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Terrazzo

Set of 2 Confetti Tables, Small Medium, Chalk- Midnight by Laun

$21,125 / set

Edwardian Antique English Mahogany Two-Tier Side Table Glass Top Gallery Shelf

Located in New York, NY

table’s visual interest and functionality. Perfect as an accent table, side table, or small display piece

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Edwardian Side Tables

Materials

Cut Glass, Wood, Mahogany

Edwardian Antique English Mahogany Two-Tier Side Table Glass Top Gallery Shelf

$2,150

Small Antique Sewing Table, English, Flame, Ladies, Work, Regency, Circa 1830

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique sewing table. An English, flame mahogany ladies work table, dating to the late

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century British Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Small Antique Sewing Table, English, Flame, Ladies, Work, Regency, Circa 1830

$2,196

19th Century Ebonized Baroque Spanish Side or Desk Table with Lyre Legs

Located in Miami, FL

as an end table, nightstand, side table or small desk. Restored.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Ebonized Baroque Spanish Side or Desk Table with Lyre Legs

$3,800

Slender Diagramme Travertine Pedestal or Tall Side Table by Design Frères

By Design Frères

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Elegant wrought iron and travertine 'Diagramme' small pedestal / tall side table by Design Frères

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Side Tables

Materials

Travertine, Iron

Slender Diagramme Travertine Pedestal or Tall Side Table by Design Frères

$1,600 / item

Cast Resin Small Humboldt Table, Coronado Finish by Zachary A. Design

By Zachary A. Bitner

Located in Chicago, IL

Crushed glass + resin + gravity. Coronado was inspired by the dark and light sands of its namesake beach. Motion, like rippling waves, a harmony of slow rotation and “dancing” with ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Side Tables

Materials

Fiberglass, Resin

Cast Resin Small Humboldt Table, Coronado Finish by Zachary A. Design

$2,600 / item

Classic and Versatile Campaign Style Mahogany Side or Dining Table

Located in Hopewell, NJ

to become a side table or small dining table having a bar underneath that clasps around the stretcher

Category

Vintage 1980s American Campaign Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Classic and Versatile Campaign Style Mahogany Side or Dining Table

$1,400

Danish Walnut and Oak Side Table by Edmund Jørgensen, 1960s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Small triangular side or lamp table from Edmund Jørgensen. Manufactured in Denmark during the 1960s

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Danish Walnut and Oak Side Table by Edmund Jørgensen, 1960s

$686

Small Brown Yew-Tree Classicism Inlaid Table, Italy, 1810s, Shellac Polished

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

Czech classicism Biedermeier small table. Period: 1810-1819 Material: Yew tree Shellac polished.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Italian Biedermeier Side Tables

Materials

Lacquer, Yew

Small Brown Yew-Tree Classicism Inlaid Table, Italy, 1810s, Shellac Polished

$3,164

Centre Table Sidetable Small 18 Century English George I Vernacular Bookmatched

Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK

This elegant centre or sidetable is an unusual small size. It has a pared down form with no

Category

Antique Early 18th Century British George I Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Centre Table Sidetable Small 18 Century English George I Vernacular Bookmatched

$5,460

Ghidini 1961 Opera Small Round Table with Gold Finish by Richard Hutten

By Richard Hutten, Ghidini 1961

Located in Villa Carcina, IT

Hutten designed these simple yet elegant and very useful side tables. Material: Stainless steel with

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Ghidini 1961 Opera Small Round Table with Gold Finish by Richard Hutten

$1,874 / item

Ghidini 1961 Opera Small Round Table in Stainless Steel by Richard Hutten

By Ghidini 1961, Richard Hutten

Located in Villa Carcina, IT

Hutten designed these simple yet elegant and very useful side tables. Material: Stainless steel with

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Ghidini 1961 Opera Small Round Table in Stainless Steel by Richard Hutten

$1,874 / item

Pair of Hexagonal Side Tables in Bamboo and Braided Rattan, Colonial Style

Located in Marbella, ES

visual lightness with great durability. The table can be used as a side table, a small coffee table, or a

Category

2010s Spanish Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Pair of Hexagonal Side Tables in Bamboo and Braided Rattan, Colonial Style

$5,373 / set

Petite Neoclassical White Lacquer Side Table by Jacques Adnet, France 1948.

By Jacques Adnet

Located in Brussels, BE

Small white lacquer neoclassical side table with a green marble top. By J.Adnet, France 1948.

Category

Vintage 1940s French Neoclassical Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Wrought Iron

Petite Neoclassical White Lacquer Side Table by Jacques Adnet, France 1948.

$2,149

Mid Century Modern Side Table, Model No. 360, designed by Ico Parisi

By Ico Parisi, Angelo De Baggis

Located in Beograd, RS

and use, like small scratches. When purchased the side table will be carefully wrapped up and packed

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Modern Side Table, Model No. 360, designed by Ico Parisi

$2,388

Small Biedermeier Half-Round Cherrywood Wall Table with Single Tapered Leg

Located in Darmstadt, DE

early 19th-century craftsmanship. The table stands on one single, beautifully tapered leg with a small

Category

Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Small Biedermeier Half-Round Cherrywood Wall Table with Single Tapered Leg

$1,815 Sale Price

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Small Old Fir Coffee Table with Magazine Rack, Made in Italy

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

) Small table in recycled old fir with magazine rack. ART 5169 Made in Italy: Made in Italy furniture

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Fir

Small Old Fir Coffee Table with Magazine Rack, Made in Italy

$1,135 / item

Pair of Alby Black Small Table with Lamps by Mason Editions

Located in Geneve, CH

Alby small table with lamp by Mason Editions. Design: Matteo Fiorini. Dimensions: Ø.40 x 50 cm

Category

2010s Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Pair of Alby Black Small Table with Lamps by Mason Editions

$2,942 / set

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There is a range of small side tables for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct small side tables — often made from wood, metal and brass — can elevate any home. Find 3824 antique and vintage small side tables at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 792 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. There are all kinds of small side tables available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Small side tables made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Many small side tables are appealing in their simplicity, but Andrea Barra, 8] and R Y Augousti produced popular small side tables that are worth a look.

How Much are Small Side Tables?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,197, while they’re typically $0 on the low end and $750,000 highest priced.

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 Small Side Tables

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 are side tables used for?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Side tables are used next to furniture like beds and couches to provide an accessible place for keeping essential items at hand. In the living room, side tables are often used to display flower arrangements, photos or books as well as to set down a drink. In the bedroom, a side table is typically populated with items like a lamp, bedtime reading material, and a charging device for a phone. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary side tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What are nesting side tables?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A nesting table is a set of tables designed to be stored one inside or under the other, giving them a layered or stacked appearance. A side table is a table that’s placed beside a piece of furniture. A nesting side table would be a series of side tables in graduated heights that can be stacked or nested together. Shop a collection of nesting tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What size should a side table be?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A side table should stand one to three inches below the arm of the sofa or chair it is placed next to.
What are side tables called?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
Side tables are often simply called side tables. If positioned on either end of a sofa or loveseat, you might refer to them as end tables. General terms for side tables and other tables commonly used in seating areas include occasional tables and accent tables. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of side tables.
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 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.
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.
What is a small table next to your bed called?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
The small table next to the bed is called a nightstand or bedside table. These tables usually have a bedside lamp which is useful for reading. Modern nightstands are small tables with one or two drawers. It’s a space to hold a lamp, your book, your phone, a flashlight and more. On 1stDibs, shop vintage and antique bedside tables.
What shape table is best for a small space?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
The best shape table for a small space is a square shaped table. Because they can have multiple functions and easily push into the corner of the room, they are said to better as they'll take up less space in a dining room or kitchen. Find a range of tables today on 1stDibs.
Is a round dining table better in a small space?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
Whether a round dining table is better in a small space is largely a matter of personal preference. Working with a tighter space may mean that a round or oval dining room table, a design that references the festive meals of the medieval era, may be a better fit. Round dining room tables, particularly those that originated in the Art Deco period, still endure as a popular contemporary substitute for traditional rectangular dining tables. Both round and oval tables take up less space than rectangular and square tables of similar size because they lack corners. Find a variety of round tables on 1stDibs.
What is the best shape table for a small dining room?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
The best shape for a table in a small dining room can be a round table. A round table works well in small rooms and smaller square-shaped rooms. It creates a cozy setting, so it is the best shape for a small group of people. Visually, it seems to occupy less space than a rectangle because of the rounded corners, and this also means that it has less surface area. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage round dining tables.
Does a coffee table make a small living room look smaller or bigger?
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1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
Whether a coffee table makes a small living room look smaller or larger depends on the design. Tables with glass or open, airy designs can create the illusion of a larger space. Round and oval tables can also increase the feeling of openness in a room. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of coffee tables.

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