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.

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.

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.

How can you tell if a side table is antique?

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

What is a tall side table called?

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

What are tiny side tables called?

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

Should a side table be lower than a sofa?

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

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.

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.

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.

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

Chen Furong

Fashion Flow

Plant Stool

Porcelain Plant Stand

Chinese Garden Stool Blue And White

Brass Cast Table

Mexican Marble Table

Reza Feiz

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2010s Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Alby Light Grey Albi Small Table with Lamp by Mason Editions

$1,349 / item

Alby Light Grey Albi Small Table with Lamp by Mason Editions

Located in Geneve, CH

Alby light grey Albi small table with lamp by Mason Editions Design: Matteo Fiorini Dimensions: Ø

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2010s Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Alby Light Grey Albi Small Table with Lamp by Mason Editions

$1,349 / item

Alby Polished White Nickel Small Table with Lamp by Mason Editions

Located in Geneve, CH

Alby polished white nickel small table with lamp by Mason Editions Design: Matteo Fiorini

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2010s Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Nickel

Alby Polished White Nickel Small Table with Lamp by Mason Editions

$1,934 / item

Alby Petrol Green Albi Small Table with Lamp by Mason Editions

Located in Geneve, CH

Alby petrol green albi small table with lamp by Mason Editions. Design: Matteo Fiorini

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2010s Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Alby Petrol Green Albi Small Table with Lamp by Mason Editions

$1,349 / item

Three Rocks High Side Table, Marquetry, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa

By Joana Santos Barbosa, InsidherLand

Located in Maia, Porto

Birds Eye wood veneer in high gloss varnish. Here is presented the model of the high side table. The

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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Side Tables

Materials

Birdseye Maple, Ebony, Olive, Rosewood, Wood

Three Rocks High Side Table, Marquetry, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa

$3,285 / item

Alvar Aalto Side Table Model A86 in Honey Birch, Artek, 1940s

By Artek, Alvar Aalto, Oy Huonekalu-ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab

Located in Helsinki, FI

This small size side table can be used in any room, and for a variety of purposes. The shelf

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Vintage 1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Birch

Alvar Aalto Side Table Model A86 in Honey Birch, Artek, 1940s

$2,961

Chrome and glass side table in the manner of Milo Baughman

By Milo Baughman

Located in Asbury Park, NJ

Nice chrome and glass coffee table that can be used as a small coffee table or side table. This

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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Chrome

Chrome and glass side table in the manner of Milo Baughman

$650

Early 19th Century Rectangular Brazilian Peroba Tropical Dark Wood Side Table

Located in Atlanta, GA

Brazilian peroba wood table, from the 19th century, would work great as a small console or side table.

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Antique 19th Century Brazilian Rustic Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Hardwood

Early 19th Century Rectangular Brazilian Peroba Tropical Dark Wood Side Table

$3,650

Antique Louis XVI Side Table with Walnut Veneer and Marquetry Detailing

Located in Belmont, MA

Step back in time with this captivating small Louis XVI side table, lovingly crafted around the

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Antique 1780s German Louis XVI Side Tables

Materials

Elm, Maple, Walnut

Antique Louis XVI Side Table with Walnut Veneer and Marquetry Detailing

$4,200

21st Century Matteo Zorzenoni Cantilever S Side Coffee Table Oak Wood Scapin

By Matteo Zorzenoni

Located in Tezze sul Brenta, IT

Cantilever is small side or coffee table characterized by the visual imbalance created because its

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

21st Century Matteo Zorzenoni Cantilever S Side Coffee Table Oak Wood Scapin

$1,441 / item

French Provincial Louis XIV Period Os de Mouton Oak Side Table

Located in Troy, NY

Small 17th century side table or desk, charming country piece of nice proportion and warm color

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Antique Late 17th Century French Louis XIV Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

French Provincial Louis XIV Period Os de Mouton Oak Side Table

$6,750

Steel Russian Doll Tables for Dennis Miller, Designed by Rockwell Group - Small

By Rockwell Group

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a small Russian Doll table in solid polished stainless steel, produced by Gratz Industries

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2010s American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Steel Russian Doll Tables for Dennis Miller, Designed by Rockwell Group - Small

$4,000 / item

Small 19th Century Rosewood End Table on Carved Tripod Base with Marquetry

Located in INTERLAKEN, NY

A small and graceful sewing or work table on carved tripod base with octagonal top in rosewood with

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Side Tables

Materials

Satinwood

Small 19th Century Rosewood End Table on Carved Tripod Base with Marquetry

$4,750

Knud Andersen Mid Century Modern Danish Rosewood Folding Side Table for Aarhus

By Knud Andersen

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Knud Andersen Mid Century Modern Danish Rosewood Small Folding Side Table for Aarhus. Circa

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

Materials

Rosewood

Knud Andersen Mid Century Modern Danish Rosewood Folding Side Table for Aarhus

$2,000

Small pedestal/plant stand

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Small pedestal/plant stand. Professionally stained and repolished.

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Vintage 1930s Slovak Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Beech

Small pedestal/plant stand

$644

21st Century Matteo Zorzenoni Cantilever S Side Coffee Table Wood Scapin

By Matteo Zorzenoni

Located in Tezze sul Brenta, IT

Cantilever is small side or coffee table characterized by the visual imbalance created because its

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

21st Century Matteo Zorzenoni Cantilever S Side Coffee Table Wood Scapin

$1,441 / item

Small Primitive Folk Art Table from Northern Sweden, Late 1700s in Solid Pine

Located in Kramfors, SE

Small folk art table with primitive construction from northern Sweden. The table is made by hand in

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Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Folk Art Side Tables

Materials

Pine

Small Primitive Folk Art Table from Northern Sweden, Late 1700s in Solid Pine

$2,686

French Louis XV Style Table Chiffonnière with Three Small Drawers and Low Shelf

Located in Atlanta, GA

A French Louis XV style cherry wood table-chiffonnière from the 20th century with three small

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20th Century French Louis XV Side Tables

Materials

Bronze

French Louis XV Style Table Chiffonnière with Three Small Drawers and Low Shelf

$1,950

Max Sauze Attributed White Wire Side Table with Grid Wine Bottle Holder

By Max Sauze

Located in Los Angeles, CA

use. Shown with a smaller Max Sauze cube side table (LU922440747752). Other Max Sauze tables available

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

Materials

Wire

Max Sauze Attributed White Wire Side Table with Grid Wine Bottle Holder

$495

19th Century Baroque Spanish Side Table with Marquetry Top Turned Legs

Located in Miami, FL

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

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Antique Mid-19th Century Spanish Baroque Side Tables

Materials

Wood

19th Century Baroque Spanish Side Table with Marquetry Top Turned Legs

$2,400

Small Square Table in Brass Travertine, Inlay Arabesque Details, USA 1960 s

Located in New York, NY

Mid-Century square side table in brass & travertine, USA, 1960's. Chic inlay in a star motif

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Travertine, Brass

Small Square Table in Brass Travertine, Inlay Arabesque Details, USA 1960 s

$2,340 Sale Price

35% Off

19th Century Baroque Spanish Side Table with Marquetry Top Lyre Legs

Located in Miami, FL

legs and beautiful marquetry top. . This table could be used as an end table, nightstand, side table

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Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Baroque Spanish Side Table with Marquetry Top Lyre Legs

$2,100

Italian Clear Glass Side Table By Pierangelo Galotti for Galotti Radice

By Pierangelo Gallotti

Located in Vienna, AT

Nice side or small sofa table from clear glass and brass in good condition.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Italian Clear Glass Side Table By Pierangelo Galotti for Galotti Radice

$600

Pair of Continental Biedermeier Style One Drawer One Door Side Tables

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

drawer one door side tables. Each small table is raised by square tapered legs with finely fitted ormolu

Category

Antique 19th Century Unknown Biedermeier Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

Pair of Continental Biedermeier Style One Drawer One Door Side Tables

$18,900 / set

Light Oak Refectory Trestle Dining Side Tables Pair Cotswold School Arts Crafts

Located in London, GB

versatile, these tables make lovely smaller dining tables, larger side tables or great-looking desks

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Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Light Oak Refectory Trestle Dining Side Tables Pair Cotswold School Arts Crafts

$6,757 / set

Small Table in Rosewood and Stainless Steel by Östen Kristiansson, Luxus, Sweden

By Uno Östen Kristiansson, Luxus Vittsjö

Located in Goteborg, SE

This stylish small table is made in rosewood veneer with legs in stainless steel. It was designed

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Small Table in Rosewood and Stainless Steel by Östen Kristiansson, Luxus, Sweden

$1,700

Carl Auböck II Vintage Woven Wicker Small Square Sized Table, circa 1950

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in London, GB

A small square sized table designed and made by Carl Auböck II, Vienna, Austria, circa 1950. The

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

Materials

Wicker

Carl Auböck II Vintage Woven Wicker Small Square Sized Table, circa 1950

$3,317

French Small "sheep bone" table in fruit wood - Louis XIV style - 19th century

Located in Beuzevillette, FR

this. This table has a very beautiful original patina. It can be used as a side desk or console

Category

Antique 19th Century French Side Tables

Materials

Wood

French Small "sheep bone" table in fruit wood - Louis XIV style - 19th century

$1,146 Sale Price

20% Off

20th Century French Vintage Small Square Table in Brass Frame Brown Glass Top

Located in Sofia, BG

20th Century French vintage small square table in brass frame and dark brown glass top. France

Category

Mid-20th Century French Side Tables

Materials

Brass

20th Century French Vintage Small Square Table in Brass Frame Brown Glass Top

$704

Swedish Painted Side Table with Single Drawer, Turned Legs and Serpentine Front

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Swedish small painted side table from the mid-19th century, with single drawer and turned legs

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Swedish Painted Side Table with Single Drawer, Turned Legs and Serpentine Front

$2,950

A MID-CENTURY-MODERN SIDE or COFFEE Ceramic TABLE, VALLAURIS, France 1950

By Juliette Belarti

Located in PARIS, FR

A small rectangular coffee table, side table, bedside table or end table, Modernist, Lyrical

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wrought Iron

A MID-CENTURY-MODERN SIDE or COFFEE Ceramic TABLE, VALLAURIS, France 1950

$2,866

Bibi Small Box (White)

Located in Bilkent, TR

Bibis, which can be considered as a coffee table, side table, and nightstand, respond to various

Category

2010s Turkish Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Bibi Small Box (White)

$1,300

Bibi Small Box (Pink)

Located in Bilkent, TR

Bibis, which can be considered as a coffee table, side table, and nightstand, respond to various

Category

2010s Turkish Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Bibi Small Box (Pink)

$1,300

Bibi Small Box (Navy)

Located in Bilkent, TR

Bibis, which can be considered as a coffee table, side table, and nightstand, respond to various

Category

2010s Turkish Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Bibi Small Box (Navy)

$1,300

Bibi Small Box (Mustard)

Located in Bilkent, TR

Bibis, which can be considered as a coffee table, side table, and nightstand, respond to various

Category

2010s Turkish Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Bibi Small Box (Mustard)

$1,300

Bibi Small Box (Green)

Located in Bilkent, TR

Bibis, which can be considered as a coffee table, side table, and nightstand, respond to various

Category

2010s Turkish Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Bibi Small Box (Green)

$1,300

Bibi Small Box (Cherry)

Located in Bilkent, TR

Bibis, which can be considered as a coffee table, side table, and nightstand, respond to various

Category

2010s Turkish Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Bibi Small Box (Cherry)

$1,300

Bibi Small Box (Grey)

Located in Bilkent, TR

Bibis, which can be considered as a coffee table, side table, and nightstand, respond to various

Category

2010s Turkish Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Bibi Small Box (Grey)

$1,300 / set

Bibi Small Box (Black)

Located in Bilkent, TR

Bibis, which can be considered as a coffee table, side table, and nightstand, respond to various

Category

2010s Turkish Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Bibi Small Box (Black)

$1,300 / item

Bobo Small Box (White)

Located in Bilkent, TR

Bobo is a multifunctional piece of furniture that can be used as a coffee table, side table, or

Category

2010s Turkish Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Bobo Small Box (White)

$1,300

Bobo Small Box (Pink)

Located in Bilkent, TR

Bobo is a multifunctional piece of furniture that can be used as a coffee table, side table, or

Category

2010s Turkish Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Bobo Small Box (Pink)

$1,300

Bobo Small Box (Navy)

Located in Bilkent, TR

Bobo is a multifunctional piece of furniture that can be used as a coffee table, side table, or

Category

2010s Turkish Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Bobo Small Box (Navy)

$1,300

Bobo Small Box (Mustard)

Located in Bilkent, TR

Bobo is a multifunctional piece of furniture that can be used as a coffee table, side table, or

Category

2010s Turkish Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Bobo Small Box (Mustard)

$1,300

Bobo Small Box (Green)

Located in Bilkent, TR

Bobo is a multifunctional piece of furniture that can be used as a coffee table, side table, or

Category

2010s Turkish Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Bobo Small Box (Green)

$1,300 / item

Bobo Small Box (Black)

Located in Bilkent, TR

Bobo is a multifunctional piece of furniture that can be used as a coffee table, side table, or

Category

2010s Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Bobo Small Box (Black)

$1,300

19th Century Baroque Spanish Side Table with Marquetry Top and Iron Stretcher

Located in Miami, FL

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

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Spanish Baroque Side Tables

Materials

Wood

19th Century Baroque Spanish Side Table with Marquetry Top and Iron Stretcher

$2,675 / item

19th Century Baroque Spanish Side Table with Marquetry Top and Iron Stretcher

Located in Miami, FL

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

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Spanish Baroque Side Tables

Materials

Wood

19th Century Baroque Spanish Side Table with Marquetry Top and Iron Stretcher

$3,490

Art Deco Vintage Walnut Freestanding Side Table or Chest Lajos Kozma 1920s

By Lajos Kozma

Located in Vienna, AT

wonderful and graceful small chest, side table, night stand or room divider with an extraordinary form with

Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Vintage Walnut Freestanding Side Table or Chest Lajos Kozma 1920s

$18,510

Danish Louis XVI Style Side Table with Drawer, Pine with Gray Paint circa 1900

Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg

Danish Louis XVI Seize style side table with small drawer, made circa 1900 of solid pine wood by a

Category

Antique Early 1900s Danish Louis XVI Side Tables

Materials

Pine, Paint

Danish Louis XVI Style Side Table with Drawer, Pine with Gray Paint circa 1900

$1,671

1950ies Two-Tiered Arlecchino Side Table Designed by Eduardo Paoli in 1955

By Vitrex, Edoardo Paoli

Located in Offenburg, Baden Wurthemberg

Vitrex, Italy ca. in 1960. Beautiful small side or coffee table designed by Edoardo Paoli for Vitrex

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass

1950ies Two-Tiered Arlecchino Side Table Designed by Eduardo Paoli in 1955

$1,910

21st Century Matteo Zorzenoni Cantilever S Side Coffee Table Wood Pink Scapin

By Matteo Zorzenoni

Located in Tezze sul Brenta, IT

Cantilever is small side or coffee table characterized by the visual imbalance created because its

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

21st Century Matteo Zorzenoni Cantilever S Side Coffee Table Wood Pink Scapin

$1,441 / item

To Die For Pair of Italian Gilt Iron Faux Bamboo Round Small Cocktail Tables

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Glamorous pair of small round drinks or side tables from Italy having incredible gilt iron aged

Category

Vintage 1940s Italian Hollywood Regency Side Tables

Materials

Metal, Iron

To Die For Pair of Italian Gilt Iron Faux Bamboo Round Small Cocktail Tables

$3,600 / set

Rare 1980s Nicos Zographos TA.20G Square Brass/Bronze + Glass Table Small 20²

By Nicos Zographos

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Rare Nicos Zographos Model TA.20G Square Table. Brass or Bronze solid base, a heavy table. Lots of

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Rare 1980s Nicos Zographos TA.20G Square Brass/Bronze + Glass Table Small 20²

$1,440 Sale Price

20% Off

21st Century Matteo Zorzenoni Cantilever S Side Coffee Table Wood Green Scapin

By Matteo Zorzenoni

Located in Tezze sul Brenta, IT

. Cantilever is small side or coffee table characterized by the visual imbalance created because its

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

21st Century Matteo Zorzenoni Cantilever S Side Coffee Table Wood Green Scapin

$1,441 / item

Art Nouveau side table in blackened wood with storage basket, Belgium ca. 1910

Located in Meulebeke, BE

Belgium / 1910 / side table / wood, fabric / Art Nouveau / Art Deco A stylish small Art Nouveau

Category

Vintage 1910s Belgian Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Fabric, Wood

Art Nouveau side table in blackened wood with storage basket, Belgium ca. 1910

$1,192

Small Art Deco Wrought Iron Table with Green Marble Top - France, 1930s

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse

Charming Art Deco table with a scrolling, curule-shaped, hammered and wrought iron base. A frieze

Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Side Tables

Small Art Deco Wrought Iron Table with Green Marble Top - France, 1930s

$2,627

21st Century Matteo Zorzenoni Cantilever S Side Coffee Table Wood Grey Scapin

By Matteo Zorzenoni

Located in Tezze sul Brenta, IT

. Cantilever is small side or coffee table characterized by the visual imbalance created because its

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

21st Century Matteo Zorzenoni Cantilever S Side Coffee Table Wood Grey Scapin

$1,441 / item

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Small Side Tables For Sale on 1stDibs

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.
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.
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.
How can you tell if a side table is antique?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
To determine whether a side table is an antique, closely examine its details. Older pieces will typically have telltale features like wood pegs, hand-cut dovetails with some slight imperfections and mortise-and-tenon construction. Tables that are a consistent color throughout or have machine-cut moldings or carvings are unlikely to be antiques. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can be a helpful resource when dating tables. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and modern side tables on 1stDibs.
What is a tall side table called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
A tall side table may also be called a console table. While these furnishings are not as common in today’s interiors as their coffee-table and side-table counterparts, console tables are stylish home accents and have become more prevalent over the years. The popularity of wood console tables took shape during the 17th and 18th centuries in French and Italian culture, and were exclusively featured in the palatial homes of the upper class. Find console tables today on 1stDibs.
What are tiny side tables called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
What tiny side tables are called varies. Some people may simply refer to them as side tables. Others describe them as end tables if they're placed on either end of a sofa or loveseat. When used elsewhere in a room, small side tables are often called accent tables. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary side tables.
Should a side table be lower than a sofa?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
No, a side table shouldn't always be lower than a sofa. To make it easy to access items on a table, a sofa's arms should generally be no more than 2 to 3 inches above or below the tabletop. This rule of thumb differs from the one for coffee tables, which should be as tall or 1 to 2 inches shorter than the seat height of the sofa to ensure a balanced look. Explore a large selection of side tables on 1stDibs.
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.
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.
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.
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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