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 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.

What is the difference between a side table and a coffee table?

The difference between a side table and a coffee table is mainly in the size and shape. Coffee tables usually feature larger tops but shorter legs. People typically place them in front of a sofa or a loveseat to rest books, drinks, remote controls and other items. Side tables also store items, but they are usually positioned beside an accent chair or at the ends of a sofa or loveseat. Shop a diverse assortment of side tables and coffee tables on 1stDibs.

How can you tell if a side table is antique?

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

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

20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Chrome

Small Rectangular Chrome + Glass Top Side Table, Denmark 20th Century

$1,600

Pair of Curly Side Tables by Pace International

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A striking pair of vintage small side tables by Pace International. Price is for the pair.

Category

20th Century American Side Tables

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Curly Side Tables by Pace International

$1,200

Beautiful Small Table by Thonet

By Gebrüder Thonet Vienna GmbH

Located in Vienna, AT

Small side table model 9205 (or 205) by Thonet from circa 1900. Wunderful original condition

Category

Antique Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Side Tables

Materials

Beech, Bentwood, Plywood

Beautiful Small Table by Thonet

$1,900

LAVERNE NEAR PAIR OF SIDE TABLES

Located in New York, NY

Near pair of small side tables in patinated bronze in the form of fluted columns. Easily placed and

Category

Vintage 1970s American Side Tables

Materials

Bronze

LAVERNE NEAR PAIR OF SIDE TABLES

Louis XVI Parquetry Side Table

Located in Berlin, DE

A small side table with a rectangular quartered-veneered top and one frieze drawer on square

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Louis XVI Side Tables

Materials

Fruitwood

Louis XVI Parquetry Side Table

$6,900

Richard Schultz petal side table for KNOLL

Located in Philadelphia, PA

small side table of painted wooden pedals and a stem of painted cast aluminum with splayed legs and

Category

Vintage 1960s American Side Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Richard Schultz petal side table for KNOLL

$1,495

Dutch Colonial Side table from Indonesia, Early 20th Century

Located in New York, NY

A small side table or console with two drawers, turned legs and scalloped apron, from Indonesia.

Category

Antique Early 1900s Indonesian Dutch Colonial Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Dutch Colonial Side table from Indonesia, Early 20th Century

$750

Pair of "Puzzle" Side Tables, France, circa 1950s

Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse

Fun, unusual and colourful pair of small side tables, made of assembled cut-out wood with a painted

Category

Mid-20th Century French Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Pair of "Puzzle" Side Tables, France, circa 1950s

$3,122 / set

19th Century French Faux Bamboo Side Table

Located in Winter Park, FL

A 19th century French faux bamboo small side table made of solid cherry. Top opens to reveal a

Category

Antique 19th Century French Side Tables

Materials

Zinc

19th Century French Faux Bamboo Side Table

$750

Wonderful Fornasetti side table

Located in New York, NY

Small side table of the "Le mammole" series with colorful flowers on a black background. Three

Category

Vintage 1950s Side Tables

Wonderful Fornasetti side table

$2,900

Paint Wood Side Table Attributed to Atelier Martine, France, 1925

By Atelier Martine

Located in Brussels, BE

Small side table attributed to Atelier Martine (Paul Poiret). Painted wood. Asian inspirited feet

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Paint Wood Side Table Attributed to Atelier Martine, France, 1925

$1,140

Side Table in Rosewood by Severin Hansen for Haslev, 1960s

By Severin Hansen, Haslev Mobelsnedkeri

Located in Lejre, DK

Small side table in rosewood designed by Severin Hansen for Haslev Furniture Factory in the 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Side Table in Rosewood by Severin Hansen for Haslev, 1960s

$438

Small French 19th Century Rustic Oak Table

Located in Buisson, FR

a very nice small side table or coffee table, France, circa 1800/1850. Weathered and old repairs.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Rustic Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Small French 19th Century Rustic Oak Table

$2,131

Baroque Style Side Table in Blue

Located in Greding, DE

Small side table in softwood with one drawer and high elegant S-legs. The frame is multi-curved

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Baroque Side Tables

Materials

Softwood

Baroque Style Side Table in Blue

$1,921

Neoclassical Side Table, Early 19th Century

Located in Greding, DE

Small side table on high square pointed legs with brass sabots and a drawer including a clipboard

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Neoclassical Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Neoclassical Side Table, Early 19th Century

$4,683

Small Size Square Anglo Indian Moorish Style Table

Located in Troy, MI

Circa 1900 small side table has delicately carved open work on the apron and elaborate bone inlay

Category

Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Bone

Small Size Square Anglo Indian Moorish Style Table

$1,795

Pierre Cardin, Pair of Cream Lacquered and Gilt Side Tables, 1970 s

Located in London, GB

Rare and beautiful, these cream lacquered small side tables with brass detailing on the corners.

Category

Late 20th Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Acrylic

Pierre Cardin, Pair of Cream Lacquered and Gilt Side Tables, 1970 s

$1,362 / set

Tessellated Marble Whimsical Side Table by Magnussen Furniture

Located in Pasadena, CA

Small side table constructed of a glass top surface and a tessellated marble base by Magnussen

Category

Late 20th Century American Side Tables

Materials

Glass

Tessellated Marble Whimsical Side Table by Magnussen Furniture

$1,700

A Pair of Vintage Baker Neoclassical Style Side Tables

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in New York, NY

A pair of neoclassical style small side tables in mahogany with ebonized and parcel gilt columns

Category

Late 20th Century American Side Tables

A Pair of Vintage Baker Neoclassical Style Side Tables

$1,300

Small French Early 19th Century Rustic Oak Table

Located in Buisson, FR

a very nice small side table or coffee table, France, circa 1800. Weathered, losses and old repair.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Rustic Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Small French Early 19th Century Rustic Oak Table

$510

Midcentury Swedish Side Table with Inlays

Located in Stockholm, SE

Gorgeous small side table with three slender legs, made in Sweden in the 1950s. The table top is

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Midcentury Swedish Side Table with Inlays

$2,017

Dutch Side Table, 18th-19th Century

Located in Greding, DE

Small side table with one drawer out of oak, standing on four baluster legs with ball feet and a

Category

Antique 18th Century Dutch Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Dutch Side Table, 18th-19th Century

$1,441

Mid-Century French Side Table

By Bernard De Swarte

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Oak and steel small side table which is part of a series of wall-mounted furniture. The designer

Category

Vintage 1950s French Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Mid-Century French Side Table

$2,800

Midcentury Scandinavian Side Table, Denmark 1950s by Severin Hansen

By Severin Hansen Jr.

Located in Berlin, DE

Small side table or night stand in teak. Design by Severin Hansen Jr., manufactured by Haslev

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Cane, Teak

Midcentury Scandinavian Side Table, Denmark 1950s by Severin Hansen

$3,062

Chinoiserie Porcelain Garden Stool or Side Table

Located in Elkhart, IN

side table featuring birds and flowers China, Late 20th Century Measures: 11"W x 11"D x 17.75"H Very

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Side Tables

Materials

Porcelain

Chinoiserie Porcelain Garden Stool or Side Table

$995

Pair of Prototype Glass Side Tables by Ellen Felixon

By Ellen Felixon

Located in Berlin, DE

are for the bigger one. Measurements of the smaller side table: H 31cm / 12.2", D 25cm / 9.8".

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Glass

Pair of Prototype Glass Side Tables by Ellen Felixon

$5,944 / set

Moroccan Taboret Table

Located in San Francisco, CA

Bone inlay small side table.

Category

20th Century Moroccan Side Tables

Moroccan Taboret Table

$1,150

French Vintage Set of Side Tables

Located in Austin, TX

large table. Small Side Tables height - 15.75” length - 15.75” depth -15.75”.

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Iron, Gold Leaf

French Vintage Set of Side Tables

$3,500 / set

Side Table with Tambour Door, circa 1800

Located in Greding, DE

Small side table standing on tall, tapered square legs with an accentuated apron and a narrow

Category

Antique Early 1800s Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Side Table with Tambour Door, circa 1800

$2,161

19th Century Tortoise Bamboo Side Table

Located in High Point, NC

the lower shelf. This is a wonderful small side table which will grace any space in your home or

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Side Tables

Materials

Textile, Bamboo

19th Century Tortoise Bamboo Side Table

$895

Puristic, Mediterranean Blue Top, Side Table Attr. to Gio Ponti, Italy, 1960s

By Gio Ponti

Located in Munster, NRW

A simple and puristic small side table in ash with a blue laminate top, in very good vintage

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Laminate, Ash

Puristic, Mediterranean Blue Top, Side Table Attr. to Gio Ponti, Italy, 1960s

$3,122

Space Age Side Table "Luna" with Glass Top by Opal, Germany

By Opal

Located in Hamburg, DE

The cream-colored small side table on wheels is ideal as a bedside or coffee table. Opal is known

Category

Mid-20th Century German Space Age Side Tables

Materials

Plastic

Space Age Side Table "Luna" with Glass Top by Opal, Germany

$576

19th Century Marquetry Side-Table

Located in Berlin, DE

A small side table veneered with kingwood and amaranth, fitted with one drawer and a two door

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Side Tables

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Marquetry Side-Table

$4,800

Modern Stainless steel glass side table by Larry Laslo for Directional

By Larry Laslo

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Modern Stainless steel glass side table by Larry Laslo for Directional. Labeled - Great small side

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Stainless Steel

Modern Stainless steel glass side table by Larry Laslo for Directional

$800

Oval Antique Spanish Colonial Side Table

Located in Round Top, TX

There is tremendous visual appeal in this small side table thanks to its rich history. The tabletop

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Philippine Side Tables

Oval Antique Spanish Colonial Side Table

$2,050

Small Victorian Scraped Bleached Pine Side Table with Drawer Desk Console

Located in Llanbrynmair, GB

A small Victorian side table with a single frieze drawer, a petite piece with a wonderful scraped

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Side Tables

Materials

Pine

Small Victorian Scraped Bleached Pine Side Table with Drawer Desk Console

$860

Carl Auböck Square Wicker Side Table #2

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in London, GB

Small side table with square wicker top designed and made by Carl Auböck II, Vienna, Austria, circa

Category

Vintage 1950s Austrian Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Carl Auböck Square Wicker Side Table #2

$1,541

Kartell Jolly Side Table in Crystal by Paolo Rizzatto

By Paolo Rizzatto, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A completely transparent small side table in the perfect size: 40x40x40 cm. Colourful, practical

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Plastic

Kartell Jolly Side Table in Crystal by Paolo Rizzatto

$161 / item

Chinoiserie Blue and White Porcelain Garden Stool or Side Table

Located in Elkhart, IN

A gorgeous Chinoiserie blue and white porcelain garden stool, plant stand, or small side table

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Side Tables

Materials

Porcelain

Chinoiserie Blue and White Porcelain Garden Stool or Side Table

$995

Early 20th Century Mahogany Lamp Wine Table

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Excellent functional small lamp table or small side table.

Category

Early 20th Century English Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Early 20th Century Mahogany Lamp Wine Table

$757

Pair of Vintage French Brass and Chrome Glass Top Side Tables

Located in Austin, TX

A chic pair of vintage French brass and chrome glass top small side tables. An elegant interplay of

Category

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

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Pair of Vintage French Brass and Chrome Glass Top Side Tables

$2,900

Martin Perfit Marble Side Table with Hairpin Legs

By Martin Perfit, Rene Brancusi

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This small side table by Martin Perfit for Rene Brancusi, c.1955, has a new round black marble top

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Metal

Martin Perfit Marble Side Table with Hairpin Legs

$1,200

Pair of Small Round French Napoleon III Ebonized Side Tables w Marquetry, c 1870

Located in INTERLAKEN, NY

A very beautiful pair of small side tables in the original black ebonized finish with round top

Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Pair of Small Round French Napoleon III Ebonized Side Tables w Marquetry, c 1870

$6,950 / set

Handsome Steerhorn Table

Located in New York, NY

A small side table of lucite, with steerhorns for legs. The table has a glass top.

Category

Late 20th Century American Side Tables

Materials

Lucite, Glass

Handsome Steerhorn Table

$2,500

Antique French Petite Ebonized Ladies Writing Table, or Small Side Table or Desk

Located in BENSENVILLE, IL

Antique French Directoire style ladies writing desk or side table. Our old plank restoration

Category

Antique 1880s French Directoire Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique French Petite Ebonized Ladies Writing Table, or Small Side Table or Desk

$3,800

Maison Jansen Style Faux Bamboo Brass Side Table with Glass Top

Located in New York, NY

Maison Jansen style small side table in brushed brass with faux bamboo legs and glass top. France

Category

Vintage 1970s French Side Tables

Materials

Glass

Maison Jansen Style Faux Bamboo Brass Side Table with Glass Top

$680

Chinoiserie Blue and White Porcelain Garden Stools or Side Tables, Pair

Located in Elkhart, IN

A gorgeous pair of Chinoiserie blue and white porcelain garden stools, plant stands, or small side

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Side Tables

Materials

Porcelain

Chinoiserie Blue and White Porcelain Garden Stools or Side Tables, Pair

$1,950

Shagreen Side / Pedestal Table in the Style of Karl Springer

By Karl Springer

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A well crafted small side table or pedestal covered in Shagreen in a light coral tone with

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Side Tables

Materials

Shagreen, Wood

Shagreen Side / Pedestal Table in the Style of Karl Springer

$1,900

1900s French Wooden Side Table

Located in High Point, NC

details, this small side table packs a big punch. Small flower motifs have been delicately carved at

Category

20th Century French French Provincial Side Tables

Materials

Wood

1900s French Wooden Side Table

$1,395

Neal Small "Origami" Side Table

By Neal Small

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Neal Small "Origami" Side Table

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Neal Small "Origami" Side Table

$800

Chinoiserie Blue and White Porcelain Garden Stool or Side Table

Located in Elkhart, IN

A gorgeous Chinoiserie blue and white porcelain garden stool, plant stand, or small side table

Category

Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Side Tables

Materials

Porcelain

Chinoiserie Blue and White Porcelain Garden Stool or Side Table

$995 / item

Side Table by Jean Joseph Chapuis, First Half of the 19th Century

By Jean Joseph Chapuis

Located in Greding, DE

Small side table, standing on long slender tapered legs with crossed and curved strutting in

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Belgian Side Tables

Side Table by Jean Joseph Chapuis, First Half of the 19th Century

$5,884

Pierre Vandel. Pair of Lucite and Gold Gilt Side Tables. French. Cir

By Pierre Vandel

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

This pair of small side tables are made of square lucite legs with gold gilt aluminium. These end

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Pierre Vandel. Pair of Lucite and Gold Gilt Side Tables. French. Cir

$1,393 / set

Danish Occasional Table with Inlaid Brass

Located in Stratford, CT

Small side table made of solid walnut, with very elegant inlaid brass on the corners

Category

20th Century Danish Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Danish Occasional Table with Inlaid Brass

$2,300

Small 18th Century French Louis XVI Parquetry Side Table or "Table Écritoire"

Located in Berlin, DE

Small 18th Century French Louis XVI Parquetry Side Table or "Table Écritoire" Fine small Louis XVI

Category

Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Side Tables

Materials

Tulipwood

Small 18th Century French Louis XVI Parquetry Side Table or "Table Écritoire"

$5,900

French Gilt Metal Side Table with Two-Tier Black Glass Shelves

By Maison Jansen

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

. Small side table. Measure: Total height is 30.5" x 8.5" D x 19.25 W.

Category

20th Century French Neoclassical Side Tables

Materials

Iron

French Gilt Metal Side Table with Two-Tier Black Glass Shelves

$950

Petite Midcentury Round Carrara Marble Top Side Table Style of Nanna Ditzel

By Nanna Ditzel, Wendell Castle

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

top and wood spun stained walnut beveled base. This is a small side table that is 18" diameter at 16

Category

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

Materials

Marble

Petite Midcentury Round Carrara Marble Top Side Table Style of Nanna Ditzel

$1,150

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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 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 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 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.
What is the difference between a side table and a coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
The difference between a side table and a coffee table is mainly in the size and shape. Coffee tables usually feature larger tops but shorter legs. People typically place them in front of a sofa or a loveseat to rest books, drinks, remote controls and other items. Side tables also store items, but they are usually positioned beside an accent chair or at the ends of a sofa or loveseat. Shop a diverse assortment of side tables and coffee tables on 1stDibs.
How can you tell if a side table is antique?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
To determine whether a side table is an antique, closely examine its details. Older pieces will typically have telltale features like wood pegs, hand-cut dovetails with some slight imperfections and mortise-and-tenon construction. Tables that are a consistent color throughout or have machine-cut moldings or carvings are unlikely to be antiques. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can be a helpful resource when dating tables. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and modern side tables on 1stDibs.
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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