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 are tiny side tables called?

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

What is a tall side table called?

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

Should a side table be lower than a sofa?

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

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

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Danish Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique Small Side Table Nightstand from Denmark

$650

Small Side Table, Tabletop with Inlaid Wood

Located in Goteborg, SE

This small table was made in Sweden during the 1950s when the old technique of making inlaid wood

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Small Side Table, Tabletop with Inlaid Wood

$1,624

English small side table ca. 1700 Oak

Located in MILL, NL

English side table late 17th, early 18th century. Beautiful slender base. Made of solid oak

Category

Antique Early 1700s Side Tables

Materials

Oak

English small side table ca. 1700 Oak

$833

Petrified Wood Slice Small Side Table, Prehistoric

Located in New York, NY

are available. Each has a different color and organic shape. The side tables are very attractive

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Indonesian Side Tables

Materials

Nickel

Petrified Wood Slice Small Side Table, Prehistoric

$1,500

Swedish Designer, Small Side Table, Pine, Sweden, 1960s

Located in High Point, NC

A small dark-stained pine side table designed and produced in Sweden, 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Side Tables

Materials

Pine

Swedish Designer, Small Side Table, Pine, Sweden, 1960s

$2,300

Frederic Weinberg Metal Laminate Top Small Side Tables

By Frederic Weinberg

Located in Bedford Hills, NY

very cool set of three small metal and laminate side tables by frederic weinberg.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Frederic Weinberg Metal Laminate Top Small Side Tables

$500

Sturdy Small Side Table in Satin Brass Finish

Located in Paris, FR

Side table sturdy small with structure in polished stainless steel in satin brass finish. With

Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Sturdy Small Side Table in Satin Brass Finish

$1,321 / item

White Painted French Oval Top Small Side Table

Located in Troy, MI

Circa 1920s French side table has an oval top, single center drawer, lower shelf and swan-form

Category

Early 20th Century French Side Tables

Materials

Wood

White Painted French Oval Top Small Side Table

$895

Pair of Small Side Tables with Mirrored Glass Top

By Willy Rizzo

Located in Madrid, ES

Pair of small side or end tables with wooden structure and laminated wood sides. Mirrored glass top

Category

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

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Pair of Small Side Tables with Mirrored Glass Top

$2,522 / set

Elegant and Unusual Small Side Table in Gilt Brass

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Porcelain top representing a nest, a butterfly, flowers and fruits, two engraved glass top, three galleries in gilt brass. French work from 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Side Tables

Elegant and Unusual Small Side Table in Gilt Brass

$5,404

Biedermeier Small Side Table, South Germany, circa 1820, Walnut Veneer

Located in Regensburg, DE

Simple, early Biedermeier side table with walnut veneer and elegance legs.

Category

Antique 1820s German Biedermeier Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Biedermeier Small Side Table, South Germany, circa 1820, Walnut Veneer

$1,801

Small Side Table with Petrified Wood Top and Metal Legs

Located in Troy, MI

Side table made with a petrified and polished wood top mounted on a new metal base.

Category

Antique 19th Century Unknown Rustic Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Small Side Table with Petrified Wood Top and Metal Legs

$2,195

Antique Swedish Gustavian White Painted Small Side Table With Drawer

Located in Round Top, TX

This delightful country Gustavian table will make a lovely side table or nightstand. The table has

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Paint

Antique Swedish Gustavian White Painted Small Side Table With Drawer

$2,200

Gustavian White Painted Small Side Table Cabinet, Sweden, circa 1880

Located in Round Top, TX

Small Swedish country white painted nightstand or side table with traditional decorative diamond

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Paint

Gustavian White Painted Small Side Table Cabinet, Sweden, circa 1880

$3,450

1930 s zebra traveling case- great as small side table

Located in Seattle, WA

custom traveling case made in London for textile heiress

Category

Vintage 1930s Side Tables

Materials

Hide, Fabric

1930 s zebra traveling case- great as small side table

$2,800

Antique Italian Regency Neoclassical Wrought Iron Bronze Swan Small Side Table

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Italian Regency Neoclassical Wrought Iron and Bronze Swan Side Table. Item featured is a

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Regency Side Tables

Materials

Bronze, Wrought Iron

Antique Italian Regency Neoclassical Wrought Iron Bronze Swan Small Side Table

$995

White Painted Small Side Table With Three Drawers, Sweden circa 1890

Located in Round Top, TX

Swedish country pine side table with three drawers. The unique folk art embellishments on this

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Country Side Tables

Materials

Pine, Paint

White Painted Small Side Table With Three Drawers, Sweden circa 1890

$2,700

Antique Small Side Table with Single Drawer Painted White from Sweden

Located in Round Top, TX

to this delightful side table from Sweden. Notice the single drawer with hand-carved grooves, a

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Paint

Antique Small Side Table with Single Drawer Painted White from Sweden

$2,200

Small Side Table in Chromed Metal and Smoked Glass, 1970 s

Located in Lisboa, PT

This side table was designed and produced in France, during the 1970's. Graphic, minimalist design

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal, Chrome

Small Side Table in Chromed Metal and Smoked Glass, 1970 s

$535

Eighteenth Century Chippendale Mahogany Small Side Table with Pie Crust Edge

Located in San Francisco, CA

A good quality English mahogany candle stand or side table, the solid single board mahogany top

Category

Antique 1760s English Chippendale Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Eighteenth Century Chippendale Mahogany Small Side Table with Pie Crust Edge

$1,650

Midcentury Mahogany Small Side Table Lovely Vintage Condition Lamp End Wine

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely little mahogany side end lamp wine table A very

Category

Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Midcentury Mahogany Small Side Table Lovely Vintage Condition Lamp End Wine

$206

Small Side Table by Roger Capron with "Garrigue" and "Herbier" T

By Roger Capron

Located in Stratford, CT

worked and which not only inspired a series of tables but also provided the forms which are imprinted in

Category

Vintage 1970s French Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Small Side Table by Roger Capron with "Garrigue" and "Herbier" T

$1,950

Stunning Small Side Table with Extending Green Leather Gold Leaf Embossed Top

By Bevan Funnell Ltd.

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely small Bevan Funnell vintage mahogany side table with

Category

20th Century English Victorian Side Tables

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Stunning Small Side Table with Extending Green Leather Gold Leaf Embossed Top

$653

Stunning Small Side Table with Extending Brown Leather Gold Leaf Embossed Top

By Bevan Funnell Ltd.

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer this lovely small Bevan Funnell vintage mahogany side table with

Category

20th Century English Modern Side Tables

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Stunning Small Side Table with Extending Brown Leather Gold Leaf Embossed Top

$605

Stunning Small Side Table with Extending Green Leather Gold Leaf Embossed Top

By Bevan Funnell Ltd.

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely small Bevan Funnell vintage mahogany side table with

Category

20th Century English Modern Side Tables

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Stunning Small Side Table with Extending Green Leather Gold Leaf Embossed Top

$1,032

Sweet Little Liberty s London English Oak Small Side Table Hand-Carved Floral

By Liberty Co.

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely little Liberty’s London hand-carved side table A

Category

Antique 19th Century English Arts and Crafts Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Sweet Little Liberty s London English Oak Small Side Table Hand-Carved Floral

$412

Sweet Little Liberty s London English Oak Small Side Table Hand-Carved Floral

By Liberty Co.

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely little Liberty’s London hand carved side table

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Sweet Little Liberty s London English Oak Small Side Table Hand-Carved Floral

$344

French Oval Vintage Brass Three-Tiered Small Side Table in Maison Jansen Style

By Maison Jansen

Located in Atlanta, GA

brass legs. Thin, small and elegant, this French oval side table would look wonderful in a living room

Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

French Oval Vintage Brass Three-Tiered Small Side Table in Maison Jansen Style

$1,200

Italian 1940s Walnut Small Side Table

Located in Round Top, TX

This is a rustic cute little Italian side table from the 1940s. It's got the charm of an older

Category

20th Century Italian Tables

Materials

Walnut

Italian 1940s Walnut Small Side Table

$975

Original Black Painted Small Side Table with Bowed Legs, Sweden, circa 1820-40

Located in Round Top, TX

side table with single drawer. The original black paint shows distress and wear from generations of

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Country Side Tables

Materials

Pine, Paint

Original Black Painted Small Side Table with Bowed Legs, Sweden, circa 1820-40

$2,250

Hans Johansson - Small side table Tema 173 with black slate top and birch

Located in Klintehamn, SE

Lovely little side- or sofa table with a black slate stone top. Birch leg construction. The Tema

Category

Vintage 1980s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Stone

Hans Johansson - Small side table Tema 173 with black slate top and birch

$1,741

Petite Midcentury French Oak Stool or Small Side Table

Located in New York, NY

side table. Notable discoloration at the center portion of the top.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Stools

Materials

Oak

Petite Midcentury French Oak Stool or Small Side Table

$1,400

pair of Neal Small side tables

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Nice pair of molded plastic side table design by Neal Small in geometrical shape.

Category

Vintage 1970s American End Tables

pair of Neal Small side tables

$400

Small Side Table by Roger Capron.

Located in Jersey City, NJ

Small tile top table with metal base signed Roger Capron

Category

Vintage 1960s French End Tables

Materials

Metal

Small Side Table by Roger Capron.

$1,200

Bone Inlaid Small Side Table

Located in Chicago, IL

Please contact dealer for full product description. Price displayed is for pair of tables.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Furniture

Bone Inlaid Small Side Table

$2,500

18th Century Swedish Gustavian Neoclassic Small Side Table

Located in Kramfors, SE

Northern Swedish gustavian table with a drawer hand-made in pine. The table is Neoclassic, or

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Tables

Materials

Pine

18th Century Swedish Gustavian Neoclassic Small Side Table

$4,383

A Pair of French 19th Century Leaf Design Small Side Tables or Bedside Cabinets

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

A Pair of French 19th Century Leaf Design Small Side Tables or Bedside Cabinets This is a superb

Category

Antique 1890s French Provincial Console Tables

Materials

Cherry

A Pair of French 19th Century Leaf Design Small Side Tables or Bedside Cabinets

$3,221

Small Gilded Side Table

Located in Sheffield, MA

Small side table with distressed gilding, beaded trim and tapered legs. Need that extra styllsh

Category

20th Century Unknown Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Small Gilded Side Table

$925

Pair Small French Side Tables In Pine

Located in Houston, TX

Pair small side tables in Pine. Circa 1950's , France

Category

Vintage 1950s French Side Tables

Materials

Pine

Pair Small French Side Tables In Pine

$2,900

French Curved Glass and Brass Small Side Table

Located in New York, NY

Three tiered glass and brass side table Unusual curved design

Category

Vintage 1940s French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

French Curved Glass and Brass Small Side Table

$2,400

Small Italian Gilded Side Table

By Andrew Willner

Located in Sheffield, MA

Small side table with distressed gilding, beaded trim and tapered legs. Need that extra pull-up

Category

20th Century Unknown Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Small Italian Gilded Side Table

$750

Side table or small bench by Peter Løvig Nielsen, Denmark.

By Peter Løvig Nielsen

Located in København K, DK

Small side table or bench in rosewood. Designed and produced in the 1960s by Peter Løvig Nielsen

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Side table or small bench by Peter Løvig Nielsen, Denmark.

$1,801

Small Oval Antique Country Side Table

Located in Round Top, TX

There is a great deal of visual intrigue in this small side table, due to the interesting sides and

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Side Tables

Materials

Pine

Small Oval Antique Country Side Table

$1,850

LAVERNE SIDE TABLE

Located in New York, NY

Small side table in patinated bronze. Column form with fluted sides. Signed: Philip + Kelvin

Category

Vintage 1970s American Side Tables

Materials

Bronze

LAVERNE SIDE TABLE

Pair of Raymor Teak Side Small Stands

Located in East Hampton, NY

Pair of stamped Raymor Danish style hat or plant stands but could easily be very chic small side

Category

Mid-20th Century Side Tables

Materials

Teak

Pair of Raymor Teak Side Small Stands

$1,700 / set

Art Nouveau Oak Small Table

Located in Darmstadt, DE

Small side table made of oak from the Art Nouveau period. In very good restored condition.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century German Art Nouveau Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Art Nouveau Oak Small Table

$1,741

Stendig travertine side table

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Small side table of chrome plated steel supporting a round top of travertine. Stendig name

Category

Vintage 1960s American Side Tables

Materials

Travertine, Stainless Steel, Chrome

Stendig travertine side table

$695

Small Paul McCobb Side Table for the Planner Group

By Paul McCobb, Winchendon

Located in Oakland, CA

Small side table in maple by Paul McCobb for his Planner Group series produced by Winchendon Modern

Category

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

Materials

Maple

Small Paul McCobb Side Table for the Planner Group

$850

In the Style of Maison Jansen, Small Brass and Gold-Trimmed Leather Side Table

By Maison Jansen

Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France

This small side table is made of brass and gold-trimmed leather. This is a French work, in the

Category

Vintage 1940s French Neoclassical Side Tables

Materials

Brass

In the Style of Maison Jansen, Small Brass and Gold-Trimmed Leather Side Table

$1,681

1960 s French Brass Base Glass top Small Side Table

Located in New York, NY

Mid Century thick glass top with satin brass finish base cocktail table Great details

Category

Vintage 1960s French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

1960 s French Brass Base Glass top Small Side Table

$2,950

Live Edge Side Table

By Alan Rockwell

Located in Asbury Park, NJ

Nice small side live edge small side table. I believe this was produced by Alan Rockwell. Nice

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Live Edge Side Table

$995

Art Nouveau Oakwood Side Table

Located in Darmstadt, DE

Small side table with on drawer made of oakwood from the Art Nouveau period. In very good restored

Category

Antique Late 19th Century German Art Nouveau Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Art Nouveau Oakwood Side Table

$1,801

1970 s French Modern Glass Top Side Table

Located in New York, NY

Nickel small side table with a custom glass top.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Side Tables

Materials

Glass

1970 s French Modern Glass Top Side Table

$1,200

Estelle and Erwine Laverne Side Table

By Erwine Estelle Laverne

Located in San Diego, CA

Small side table with marble top and solid painted metal base by Estelle and Erwine Laverne.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Estelle and Erwine Laverne Side Table

$1,200

Petite Side Table American Circa 1960 s

Located in Jersey City, NJ

Small side table with a polished metal, tulip base and an oval walnut veneer top.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Petite Side Table American Circa 1960 s

$1,200

Small Antique Victorian Swedish Pine Side Table c.1870

Located in Round Top, TX

This one of a kind small side table is made of warm pine and classic Swedish styling. Note in close

Category

Antique 19th Century Swedish Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Small Antique Victorian Swedish Pine Side Table c.1870

$685

Triangular Side Table with Painted Black Top

Located in Astoria, NY

A small side table, triangular shaped and stained a deep brown. Black painted accent on tabletop

Category

20th Century Side Tables

Triangular Side Table with Painted Black Top

$950

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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?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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 are tiny side tables called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
What tiny side tables are called varies. Some people may simply refer to them as side tables. Others describe them as end tables if they're placed on either end of a sofa or loveseat. When used elsewhere in a room, small side tables are often called accent tables. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary side tables.
What is a tall side table called?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
A tall side table may also be called a console table. While these furnishings are not as common in today’s interiors as their coffee-table and side-table counterparts, console tables are stylish home accents and have become more prevalent over the years. The popularity of wood console tables took shape during the 17th and 18th centuries in French and Italian culture, and were exclusively featured in the palatial homes of the upper class. Find console tables today on 1stDibs.
Should a side table be lower than a sofa?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
No, a side table shouldn't always be lower than a sofa. To make it easy to access items on a table, a sofa's arms should generally be no more than 2 to 3 inches above or below the tabletop. This rule of thumb differs from the one for coffee tables, which should be as tall or 1 to 2 inches shorter than the seat height of the sofa to ensure a balanced look. Explore a large selection of side tables on 1stDibs.
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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