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 size should a side table be?

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

What are side tables used for?

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

What are nesting side tables?

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

What are side tables called?

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

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

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Plant Stool

Porcelain Plant Stand

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Brass Cast Table

Mexican Marble Table

Reza Feiz

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Mid-20th Century Dutch Bohemian Side Tables

Materials

Rattan, Glass

Midcentury Rattan and Glass Coffee or Side Table, Bohemian Style, 1960s

$589

Promemoria Momus Small Table in Brown Mahagony and Bronze by Romeo Sozzi

By Promemoria

Located in Valmadrera (LC), IT

Momus small table belongs to the "Night Tales" collection, launched by Promemoria in 2016 to

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Bronze

Promemoria Momus Small Table in Brown Mahagony and Bronze by Romeo Sozzi

$8,000 / item

+ 17 more

Danish Rosewood Side Table by Severin Hansen for Haslev Mobelfabrik, 1960s

By Severin Hansen, Haslev Mobelsnedkeri

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Very nice and subtle side table or small coffee table designed by Severin Hansen jr for Haslev

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Rosewood, Wood

Danish Rosewood Side Table by Severin Hansen for Haslev Mobelfabrik, 1960s

$661

19th Century German Biedermeier Mahogany Tourned Twisted Legs Side Console Table

Located in Osnabrück, DE

This, in small sizes created side or console table, with turner legs and curved tabletop, comes in

Category

Antique 1850s German Biedermeier Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century German Biedermeier Mahogany Tourned Twisted Legs Side Console Table

$1,503

A Small Taboret

Located in San Francisco, CA

A small gold taboret with mirrored top and a "peanut shell" finish.

Category

20th Century Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Glass

A Small Taboret

$1,250

Moonshine Side Table, Cast Red Bronze, Carrara Marble, Jordan Mozer, 2010

By Jordan Mozer

Located in Chicago, IL

Small Moonshine Side Table, patinated cast bronze and Carrara marble. Made in Chicago, 2009-2010 by

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Carrara Marble, Bronze

Moonshine Side Table, Cast Red Bronze, Carrara Marble, Jordan Mozer, 2010

$7,500

Small Bronze Sea Table with Shell or Marble Top by Giovanna Ticciati

By Giovanna Ticciati

Located in Petworth, GB

A small bronze sea table with option of shell or marble top by Giovanna Ticciati. The shell top has

Category

2010s English Side Tables

Materials

Bronze

Small Bronze Sea Table with Shell or Marble Top by Giovanna Ticciati

$4,962 / item

Late 20th Century Italian Pair of Round Brass Silver Mirror Side Tables

Located in Firenze, Tuscany

Space Age round brass side tables (one small and one big for each pair) / night stands with a

Category

1990s Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Late 20th Century Italian Pair of Round Brass Silver Mirror Side Tables

$8,419 / set

T07 Contemporary Side Table with Steam Bent Legs by Jason Lewis Furniture

By Jason Lewis Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

The T07 is a small side or occasional table in solid walnut. The tripod base structure is formed

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

T07 Contemporary Side Table with Steam Bent Legs by Jason Lewis Furniture

$1,850 / item

Small Table Leaf Wood, Wengé Oak Top, Metal Base 24KT Gold Finish, Italy

By VG design and laboratory department

Located in Treviso, Treviso

VG furniture represent luxury in terms of exclusivity, distinction and high quality. They are the result of sophisticated and exclusive Design with a strong identity and are the outc...

Category

2010s Italian Neoclassical Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Small Table Leaf Wood, Wengé Oak Top, Metal Base 24KT Gold Finish, Italy

$1,190 / item

Small Table Leaf Wood, Wengé Oak Top, Base in Metal Chrome Finish, Italy

By VG design and laboratory department

Located in Treviso, Treviso

VG furniture represent luxury in terms of exclusivity, distinction and high quality. They are the result of sophisticated and exclusive Design with a strong identity and are the outc...

Category

2010s Italian Neoclassical Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Small Table Leaf Wood, Wengé Oak Top, Base in Metal Chrome Finish, Italy

$986 / item

Small Table Leaf Wood, Golden Leaf Top, Base in Metal Chrome Finish, Italy

By VG design and laboratory department

Located in Treviso, Treviso

VG furniture represent luxury in terms of exclusivity, distinction and high quality. They are the result of sophisticated and exclusive Design with a strong identity and are the outc...

Category

2010s Italian Neoclassical Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Small Table Leaf Wood, Golden Leaf Top, Base in Metal Chrome Finish, Italy

$1,010 / item

Small Table Leaf Wood, Golden Leaf Top, Metal Base 24KT Gold Finish, Italy

By VG design and laboratory department

Located in Treviso, Treviso

VG furniture represent luxury in terms of exclusivity, distinction and high quality. They are the result of sophisticated and exclusive Design with a strong identity and are the outc...

Category

2010s Italian Neoclassical Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Small Table Leaf Wood, Golden Leaf Top, Metal Base 24KT Gold Finish, Italy

$1,226 / item

Small Table Leaf Wood, Walnut Canaletto Top, Metal Base 24KT Gold Finish, Italy

By VG design and laboratory department

Located in Treviso, Treviso

VG furniture represent luxury in terms of exclusivity, distinction and high quality. They are the result of sophisticated and exclusive Design with a strong identity and are the outc...

Category

2010s Italian Neoclassical Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Small Table Leaf Wood, Walnut Canaletto Top, Metal Base 24KT Gold Finish, Italy

$1,298 / item

Small Table Leaf Wood, Silver Leaf Top, Metal Base 24KT Gold Finish, Italy

By VG design and laboratory department

Located in Treviso, Treviso

VG furniture represent luxury in terms of exclusivity, distinction and high quality. They are the result of sophisticated and exclusive Design with a strong identity and are the outc...

Category

2010s Italian Neoclassical Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Small Table Leaf Wood, Silver Leaf Top, Metal Base 24KT Gold Finish, Italy

$1,226 / item

Small Table Leaf Wood, Whitened Oak Top, Base in Metal Chrome Finish, Italy

By VG design and laboratory department

Located in Treviso, Treviso

VG furniture represent luxury in terms of exclusivity, distinction and high quality. They are the result of sophisticated and exclusive Design with a strong identity and are the outc...

Category

2010s Italian Neoclassical Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Small Table Leaf Wood, Whitened Oak Top, Base in Metal Chrome Finish, Italy

$1,010 / item

Small Table Leaf Wood, Walnut Canaletto Top, Base in Metal Corten Finish, Italy

By VG design and laboratory department

Located in Treviso, Treviso

VG furniture represent luxury in terms of exclusivity, distinction and high quality. They are the result of sophisticated and exclusive Design with a strong identity and are the outc...

Category

2010s Italian Neoclassical Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Small Table Leaf Wood, Walnut Canaletto Top, Base in Metal Corten Finish, Italy

$866 / item

Arts and Crafts Oak Parquetry Side Table With Single Drawer on Columnar Base.

By Arts and Crafts Company

Located in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire

An Elegant Arts and Crafts Oak Triangular Parquetry Side Table With Small Single Drawer on Columnar

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Vintage 1920s European Arts and Crafts Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Arts and Crafts Oak Parquetry Side Table With Single Drawer on Columnar Base.

$1,395

Lalique Black Lacquer and Ivory Ash Side Table with Raisins Crystal Panel Accent

By René Lalique

Located in New York, NY

beautifully as a nesting side table with the small size Lalique Raisins Side Table. Numbered edition, clear

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Crystal

Lalique Black Lacquer and Ivory Ash Side Table with Raisins Crystal Panel Accent

$10,120 / item

Faux Bamboo Small Chest

Located in Southampton, NY

Marble-top, cabinet with lockable drawer.

Category

Vintage 1980s Side Tables

Faux Bamboo Small Chest

$1,350

Small Table Leaf Wood, Top in Copper Leaf, Base in Metal Corten Finish, Italy

By VG design and laboratory department

Located in Treviso, Treviso

VG furniture represent luxury in terms of exclusivity, distinction and high quality. They are the result of sophisticated and exclusive Design with a strong identity and are the outc...

Category

2010s Italian Neoclassical Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Small Table Leaf Wood, Top in Copper Leaf, Base in Metal Corten Finish, Italy

$817 / item

Small Table Leaf Wood, Top in Whitened Oak, Base in Metal Corten Finish, Italy

By VG-VGnewtrend

Located in Treviso, Treviso

VG furniture represent luxury in terms of exclusivity, distinction and high quality. They are the result of sophisticated and exclusive Design with a strong identity and are the outc...

Category

2010s Italian Neoclassical Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Small Table Leaf Wood, Top in Whitened Oak, Base in Metal Corten Finish, Italy

$817 / item

Small Table Leaf, Top in Oak Wenge Finish, Base in Metal Corten Finish, Italy

By VG-VGnewtrend

Located in Treviso, Treviso

VG furniture represent luxury in terms of exclusivity, distinction and high quality. They are the result of sophisticated and exclusive Design with a strong identity and are the outc...

Category

2010s Italian Neoclassical Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Small Table Leaf, Top in Oak Wenge Finish, Base in Metal Corten Finish, Italy

$781 / item

Small Table Leaf in Wood, Top in Silver Leaf, Base in Metal Chrome Finish, Italy

By VG-VGnewtrend

Located in Treviso, Treviso

VG furniture represent luxury in terms of exclusivity, distinction and high quality. They are the result of sophisticated and exclusive Design with a strong identity and are the outc...

Category

2010s Italian Neoclassical Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Small Table Leaf in Wood, Top in Silver Leaf, Base in Metal Chrome Finish, Italy

$1,010 / item

Small Table Leaf in Wood, Top in Black Finish, Base in Metal Chrome Finish, Italy

By VG-VGnewtrend

Located in Treviso, Treviso

VG furniture represent luxury in terms of exclusivity, distinction and high quality. They are the result of sophisticated and exclusive Design with a strong identity and are the outc...

Category

2010s Italian Neoclassical Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Small Table Leaf in Wood, Top in Black Finish, Base in Metal Chrome Finish, Italy

$1,082 / item

Small Table Leaf in Wood, Top in Golden Leaf, Base in Metal Corten Finish, Italy

By VG-VGnewtrend

Located in Treviso, Treviso

VG furniture represent luxury in terms of exclusivity, distinction and high quality. They are the result of sophisticated and exclusive Design with a strong identity and are the outc...

Category

2010s Italian Neoclassical Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Small Table Leaf in Wood, Top in Golden Leaf, Base in Metal Corten Finish, Italy

$817 / item

Soho Nightstand Small with Glass Top

By Boca Do Lobo

Located in New York, NY

This bedside table, composed of 7 drawers, works in a modular system that offers you the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Side Tables

Materials

Gold Leaf

Soho Nightstand Small with Glass Top

$8,320 / item

Antique Small Secretary Desk in Wood

Located in Bruttisellen, CH

Very fine antique wooden secretary desk, in style of George III period, circa 1810. Slant lid with pull out supports opens to a fitted interior. Leather writing can be added. Lower s...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century European George III Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique Small Secretary Desk in Wood

$2,164

Early 19th Century Empire Table Tapered Legs One Drawer in Solid Oak with Inlay

Located in Osnabrück, DE

Small side table, or number table in solid oak, with tapered legs, one drawer and mahogani inserts

Category

Antique Early 1800s German Empire Tables

Materials

Oak

Early 19th Century Empire Table Tapered Legs One Drawer in Solid Oak with Inlay

$2,345

Small Mahogany Vide Poche with Swan Legs

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful mahogany 'vide-poche' table, with a recessed surface and wood carved swan legs painted

Category

Antique 19th Century French Restauration Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Small Mahogany Vide Poche with Swan Legs

$22,000

Small Sycamore Living Room Cabinet, signed J. Leleu – 1950

By Jules Leleu

Located in HÉRIC, FR

Ravissant Petit Meuble réalisé par Jules Leleu (1883-1961) célèbre Designer Français de la Période Art Déco. Ce décorateur et ébéniste de légende, a su allier Élégance et Luxe dans u...

Category

Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Sycamore

Small Sycamore Living Room Cabinet, signed J. Leleu – 1950

$2,646

Spin Vase Small, Sand in Motion Collection, Rive Roshan

By Rive Roshan

Located in Eindhoven, NL

This small vase is part of the 3D sand printed objects from the Collection Sand in Motion from Rive

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Side Tables

Materials

Quartz

Spin Vase Small, Sand in Motion Collection, Rive Roshan

$932

Small Late 18th Century French Potstand with Clover Cutouts

Located in Richmond, VA

Small Late 18th Century French Potstand with Clover Cutouts

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Side Tables

Small Late 18th Century French Potstand with Clover Cutouts

$1,250

Made to Order Small Kidney Two Tiered Coffee Table Set-Full Black

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage On Point. Made in solid wood framing, oak veneered and lacquered in full black ebony. Small side

Category

2010s Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Paint

Made to Order Small Kidney Two Tiered Coffee Table Set-Full Black

$3,800 / set

Natural Soft Pink Granite Stone and Red Wrought Iron Side Table

Located in València, ES

surface. It has a red curved wrought iron leg structure. It is a small side table which fits in any

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Granite, Iron, Wrought Iron

Natural Soft Pink Granite Stone and Red Wrought Iron Side Table

$523 / item

French Oak Table

Located in New York, NY

A small French oak side table with tapered legs and a round tray top.

Category

Early 20th Century Side Tables

French Oak Table

$2,950

French Empire Drum Table

Located in New York, NY

with a shelf and it could be used as night stand, a side table or small side bar.

Category

Early 20th Century French Empire Side Tables

Materials

Marble

French Empire Drum Table

$1,250

Paul McCobb Calvin Table

By Paul McCobb

Located in Baltimore, MD

Paul McCobb for Calvin "Irwin Collection" side table. Rare small size table crafted in walnut with

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb Calvin Table

$1,200

XL version Kidney two tiered coffee table set

Located in Los Angeles, CA

total height. The smaller side table dimensions are as follows in inches 21.75 width, 21.75 depth, and

Category

2010s Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

XL version Kidney two tiered coffee table set

$4,140

Made to Order- XL version two tiered kidney coffee table set

Located in Los Angeles, CA

side table dimensions are as follows in inches 21.75 width, 21.75 depth, and 11.25 in Height. Small

Category

2010s Organic Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Oak

Made to Order- XL version two tiered kidney coffee table set

$4,225 / set

Authentic James Martin Studio Table

By James Martin

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Low table crafted by James Martin, New Hope PA woodworker. Excellent as a small coffee table or

Category

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

Authentic James Martin Studio Table

$2,800

Made To Order Smallest Version- Kidney Two Tiered Coffee Table Set

Located in Los Angeles, CA

. The smaller side table dimensions are as follows in inches 17 width, 17 depth, and 12 in Height. Small

Category

2010s Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Oak

Made To Order Smallest Version- Kidney Two Tiered Coffee Table Set

$2,950 / set

1930s Table with Copper and Brass Top

Located in Alvesta, SE

Small and easily placed side table. Stained wood and hammered top of copper with patterned brass

Category

Vintage 1930s European Neoclassical Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Copper

1930s Table with Copper and Brass Top

$1,443

William IV Rosewood and Marble Mixing Table

By Gillows of Lancaster London

Located in Woodbury, CT

An English rosewood trestle-form side table, of smaller proportion, with its very old or original

Category

Antique 19th Century English William IV Side Tables

Materials

Marble

William IV Rosewood and Marble Mixing Table

$3,750

Heavily Patinated Brutalist Pine Table with a Drawer

Located in NANTES, FR

are very rich and warm. It has a drawer, and can be used as a small desk or as a side table.

Category

Early 20th Century French Rustic Side Tables

Materials

Pine

Heavily Patinated Brutalist Pine Table with a Drawer

$661

George III Inlaid Rosewood Flip Top Demilune Card Table

Located in Free Union, VA

. Ideal for a small console/side table. The top is both banded and strung with luminous satinwood, while

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Side Tables

Materials

Rosewood, Satinwood

George III Inlaid Rosewood Flip Top Demilune Card Table

$2,950

19th Century LXV Style Mahogany Satinwood, Gilt Bronze and Marble Top Side Table

By Antoine Krieger

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

High quality small side table in solid mahogany and satin veneer belt surrounded by bronze beads

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV End Tables

Materials

Bronze

19th Century LXV Style Mahogany Satinwood, Gilt Bronze and Marble Top Side Table

$5,773

Teak and Mahogany Dream; Nest of Three Tables from 1960s, Sweden

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Optimal-sized side tables; are small enough to fit any sofa corner, accent-table space, or bedside

Category

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

Materials

Mahogany, Teak

Teak and Mahogany Dream; Nest of Three Tables from 1960s, Sweden

$1,595

Philip Arctander Attributed, Circular Coffee Table in Walnut with 3 Club Legs

By Philip Arctander

Located in Vejle, DK

Philip Arctander, attributed. Small circular coffee table / side table of patinated walnut, fitted

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Philip Arctander Attributed, Circular Coffee Table in Walnut with 3 Club Legs

$6,013

19th Century French Military Drum, Stamped Giroult Paris

Located in London, GB

. Perfect as a decorative object or small side table.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Tray Tables

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Military Drum, Stamped Giroult Paris

$441

Vintage Syklus Bar Table Rastad Relling for Rasmus Solberg, 1962

By Adolf Relling and Rolf Rastad, Rasmus Solberg

Located in Berne, CH

A beautiful object is this practical small side table Syklus bar table. You can stow all kinds of

Category

Vintage 1960s Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Teak

Vintage Syklus Bar Table Rastad Relling for Rasmus Solberg, 1962

$2,285

Rare Brutalist Little Stool or Side Table

Located in Amsterdam, NL

a small side table. In original vintage condition. Rare piece.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Wood

Rare Brutalist Little Stool or Side Table

$950

Danecastle Aps Adjustable Bedside Desk or Table

By Danecastle

Located in Fulton, CA

work table. Small side table is removable. Sits on castors for easy moving. Made by Danecastle ASps

Category

Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Chrome

Danecastle Aps Adjustable Bedside Desk or Table

$675

19th Century Chenet

Located in Atlanta, GA

Small French side table with original paint, single drawer, lower shelf and faux marble top

Category

Antique 19th Century French Side Tables

19th Century Chenet

$2,450

Set of Three Mid-Century Brass and Glass Nesting Tables, France, circa 1950

Located in Alexandria, VA

excellent small side tables. Measurements: smallest: 15.75" long x 13.75" deep x 13" tall

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Nesting Tables and Stacking T...

Set of Three Mid-Century Brass and Glass Nesting Tables, France, circa 1950

$1,200 / set

Art Deco Pao Ferro Chest of Drawers Ministratos, Fermín Verdeguer for Darc 2012

By Fermín Verdeguer, Darc

Located in Valencia, Valencia

Stunning, exclusive, luxury contemporary Pao Ferro Veneer small chest of drawers or side table

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Art Deco Pao Ferro Chest of Drawers Ministratos, Fermín Verdeguer for Darc 2012

$16,814

FUCINA "PIATTO" by Sam Hecht Kim Collin, Square Side Table Black Mirror

By Sam Hecht + Kim Colin

Located in Desio, IT

objects look light. The range includes small side tables, large coffee tables, and tall display tables

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal

FUCINA "PIATTO" by Sam Hecht Kim Collin, Square Side Table Black Mirror

$3,295 / 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 size should a side table be?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A side table should stand one to three inches below the arm of the sofa or chair it is placed next to.
What are side tables used for?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Side tables are used next to furniture like beds and couches to provide an accessible place for keeping essential items at hand. In the living room, side tables are often used to display flower arrangements, photos or books as well as to set down a drink. In the bedroom, a side table is typically populated with items like a lamp, bedtime reading material, and a charging device for a phone. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary side tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What are nesting side tables?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A nesting table is a set of tables designed to be stored one inside or under the other, giving them a layered or stacked appearance. A side table is a table that’s placed beside a piece of furniture. A nesting side table would be a series of side tables in graduated heights that can be stacked or nested together. Shop a collection of nesting tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What are side tables called?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
Side tables are often simply called side tables. If positioned on either end of a sofa or loveseat, you might refer to them as end tables. General terms for side tables and other tables commonly used in seating areas include occasional tables and accent tables. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of side tables.
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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