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

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Plant Stool

Porcelain Plant Stand

Chinese Garden Stool Blue And White

Brass Cast Table

Mexican Marble Table

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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

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Pine

Rare Stools or Side Tables by Roland Williamsson, 1969

$1,682 / set

Vintage Small Work Table with Thick Slab Wood Top

Located in Round Top, TX

The thick slab top of this small side table indicates it served as a work table long ago. Notice

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Antique Late 19th Century Hungarian Side Tables

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Wood

Vintage Small Work Table with Thick Slab Wood Top

$1,125

Art Deco Side Table, Mahogany Veneer, France, circa 1930

Located in Regensburg, DE

Beautiful small Art Deco Side table/sofa table from France around 1930. Great minimalist design

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Art Deco Side Table, Mahogany Veneer, France, circa 1930

$2,103

Swedish mid century birch and elm side table

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Swedish mid century birch and elm side table circa 1960. Good quality small side table with many

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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Birch, Elm

Swedish mid century birch and elm side table

$757

Antique Small Low Side Table or Table Top Riser from Hungary

Located in Round Top, TX

It is the rich, aged patina of the wood that draws one to this small side table that may be used as

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Antique Late 19th Century Hungarian Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique Small Low Side Table or Table Top Riser from Hungary

$575

Antique Small Low Side Table or Table Top Riser from Hungary

Located in Round Top, TX

It is the rich, aged patina of the wood that draws one to this small side table that may be used as

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Antique Late 19th Century Hungarian Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique Small Low Side Table or Table Top Riser from Hungary

$575

Carved Walnut Side Table from the 19th Century

Located in Opole, PL

We present you this small side table, circa the end of the 19th century, made of walnut wood. The

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Antique 19th Century European Side Tables

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Walnut

Carved Walnut Side Table from the 19th Century

$949

Painted Italian Accent Table

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Small side table, having a distressed, painted finish, its molded square top with serpentine edge

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Vintage 1930s Italian Louis XVI Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Painted Italian Accent Table

$850

Adrian Pearsal Model-2496 Side Table for Craft Associates

By Adrian Pearsall, Craft Associates

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Small side table designed by Adrian Pearsall for Craft Associates in the United States, circa 1950s

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Adrian Pearsal Model-2496 Side Table for Craft Associates

$750

Art Deco Brass and Black Glass Table

Located in Troy, MI

Unusual Art Deco small side table has curved brass X base and supports with black glass top and

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Vintage 1930s Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Brass and Black Glass Table

$1,695

Scandinavian mid-century side table with geometric wooden inlays, Sweden, 1950s

Located in Forserum, SE

A small side table, model 167, with organically shaped tabletop resting on three wooden legs with

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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian mid-century side table with geometric wooden inlays, Sweden, 1950s

$1,141

Two Painted Pedestal Tables

Located in Houston, TX

Two painted pedestal tables carved in wood with fluted sides and top. Perfect for a small side

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2010s American Neoclassical Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Two Painted Pedestal Tables

$1,750 / item

Gilt Metal Sheaf of Wheat Table

Located in Rochester, NY

Vintage gilt metal sheaf of wheat small side table in beautifully aged surface with light wear and

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Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Side Tables

Gilt Metal Sheaf of Wheat Table

$450

French 18th Century Small Marquetry Louis XVI Side Table or Writing Table

Located in Berlin, DE

Fine small Louis period marquetry side or writing table, a so-called "table écritoire" of

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Antique 1770s French Louis XVI Side Tables

Materials

Bronze

French 18th Century Small Marquetry Louis XVI Side Table or Writing Table

$7,500

Ramsay Exquisit Pair of Sofa Tables

By Maison Ramsay

Located in Miami, FL

Hammered and gold leaves iron small side tables by Ramsay. From the years 1940. Two glass tops

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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Gold Leaf, Iron

Ramsay Exquisit Pair of Sofa Tables

$9,000

Side Tables by Johannes Andersen for Silkeborg Møbelfabrik, 1960s, Set of 2

By Severin Hansen, Nils Thorsson

Located in Göteborg, SE

Two small side tables designed by Severin Hansen with ceramics by Nils Thorsson, Royal Copenhagen

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Teak

Side Tables by Johannes Andersen for Silkeborg Møbelfabrik, 1960s, Set of 2

$3,004 / set

Small Gray Painted Gustavian Side Table, Sweden, circa 1880

Located in Round Top, TX

This delightful country Gustavian table with decorative carved edges will make a lovely small side

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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Paint

Small Gray Painted Gustavian Side Table, Sweden, circa 1880

$2,600

Louis XV Style Rocaille Side Table In Carved And Patinated Walnut

Located in BARSAC, FR

Small side table (originally had a function as a bedside table) curved four sides in richly carved

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Louis XV Style Rocaille Side Table In Carved And Patinated Walnut

$1,923

Fine Quality French Table by Georges Guerin, Circa 1900

By George Guerin

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

Beautiful quality on this master French ebonite small side table. Signed. Elegant and fine mounts

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20th Century French Side Tables

Fine Quality French Table by Georges Guerin, Circa 1900

$3,770

Baker Furniture Mahogany Inlay Box on Stand Table

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in West Hartford, CT

Handsome mahogany box on stand can function as a small side table while storing your smaller items

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Mid-20th Century Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Baker Furniture Mahogany Inlay Box on Stand Table

$595

1940s French Wooden Side Table with Marquetry Detail

Located in High Point, NC

This charming wooden side table was produced in France, circa 1940. A small side table with a rare

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Vintage 1940s French Folk Art Side Tables

Materials

Wood

1940s French Wooden Side Table with Marquetry Detail

$1,395

Art Nouveau Side Table Attributed to J J Kohn, Austria, circa 1910

By Jacob Josef Kohn

Located in Lichtenberg, AT

Another beautiful small Art Nouveau side table in our collection - this time we offer you this

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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Side Tables

Materials

Beech

Art Nouveau Side Table Attributed to J J Kohn, Austria, circa 1910

$1,850

Carved Walnut Side Table/Flower Stand from the Early 20th Century

Located in Opole, PL

Carved walnut side table/flower stand from the early 20th century We present you a small side

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Early 20th Century European Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Carved Walnut Side Table/Flower Stand from the Early 20th Century

$1,923

Pair of Hexagonal Walnut Tables by John Keal for Brown Saltman

Located in Tarrytown, NY

Pair of 1950s Hexagonal small side tables by John Keal for Brown Saltman. Walnut bases, glass tops

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Vintage 1950s Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Hexagonal Walnut Tables by John Keal for Brown Saltman

$1,150 / set

Antique Small Gustavian Side Table with Single Drawer, Painted White from Sweden

Located in Round Top, TX

Antique Swedish Gustavian white painted small side table with drawer Tapered legs and horizontal

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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Paint

Antique Small Gustavian Side Table with Single Drawer, Painted White from Sweden

$1,850

Contemporary Petrified Wood Side Table or Cube Stool

Located in Lichtenberg, AT

: as a small side table, a decorative stool or just as a sculpture. Due the hollow construction it is

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Organic Modern Side Tables

Materials

Petrified Wood

Contemporary Petrified Wood Side Table or Cube Stool

$1,250

19th Century French Louis XIII Walnut Side Table with Turned Legs and Stretcher

Located in Dallas, TX

drawer across the front with brass handle. The small side table has four beautifully hand-carved, turned

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XIII Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

19th Century French Louis XIII Walnut Side Table with Turned Legs and Stretcher

$1,900

Thai Drum

Located in Wainscott, NY

Cool drum- can be used as small side table or a large scale accessory.

Category

20th Century Thai Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Leather

Thai Drum

$900

1950 Sculptural Mid Century Bird Table Teak from Denmark

Located in Saarbruecken, DE

Original small side table from denmark, solid teak wood. Original unrestored condition. Height

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Teak

1950 Sculptural Mid Century Bird Table Teak from Denmark

$600

Set of 3 1960s French Tree Bark Faux Bois Hand-Crafted Cement Side Tables

Located in London, England

small side tables which have been cement rendered by hand. Each table has been hand-crafted with

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Cement

Set of 3 1960s French Tree Bark Faux Bois Hand-Crafted Cement Side Tables

$4,406 / set

French Vintage Art Deco Period Table

Located in Austin, TX

Small side table from France in the Art Deco period. This piece is made of mahogany and is

Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Brass

French Vintage Art Deco Period Table

$2,500

Beautiful side table in brass with onyx marble top, France ca. 1950

Located in Meulebeke, BE

decorated small side table with onyx round top on four small lion shaped feet. Made in France in the 1950s

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Onyx, Marble, Metal, Brass

Beautiful side table in brass with onyx marble top, France ca. 1950

$1,742

Marquetry, Cabinet Making, Unique Piece, Handmade, Piece of Art, Luxury Furnitur

Located in Casablanca, MA

Small side table made entirely by hand in poplar burr wood, emerald green finish, high gloss finish.

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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Art Nouveau Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Marquetry, Cabinet Making, Unique Piece, Handmade, Piece of Art, Luxury Furnitur

$3,500 / item

Andrianna Shamaris Antique African Side Table

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful patina on this African small side table hand carved from a single block of wood

Category

Antique Early 1900s Tribal Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Antique African Side Table

$550

Spanish 18th Century Walnut Single Drawer Table

Located in Round Top, TX

This is a terrific small side table with pegging and dovetail throughout. There is one in place in

Category

Antique 18th Century Spanish Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Spanish 18th Century Walnut Single Drawer Table

$6,495

Gueridon, Restoration Period, early 19th Century

Located in Greding, DE

Small side table on three-piece base, smooth column and dark gray marble top. Mahogany veneered and

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Restauration Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Gueridon, Restoration Period, early 19th Century

$3,365

Mid Century Modern Brass and Lacquer Vintage Campaign Style Chest or End Table

By Henredon

Located in Chesterfield, NJ

Lovely vintage campaign style chest that could also be used as a small side table. This piece has a

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Mid Century Modern Brass and Lacquer Vintage Campaign Style Chest or End Table

$650

Louis Philippe Side Table/ Sewing Table Pyramid Mahogany, France, circa 1870

Located in Lichtenberg, AT

1870. Standing on a beautifully base with three artfully processed legs, this small side table

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Louis Philippe Side Tables

Materials

Bone, Mahogany

Louis Philippe Side Table/ Sewing Table Pyramid Mahogany, France, circa 1870

$2,900

Contemporary Modern Italian Side Table Designed by Studio Superego

By Studio Superego

Located in Madrid, ES

Small side table designed and produced by Superego Studio in Italy. Made of a 12 cm thick

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Modern Italian Side Table Designed by Studio Superego

$9,374

Swedish 1950s Table with Geometrical Marquetry by SMF

By SMF Svenska Möbelfabriken Bodafors

Located in Hägersten, SE

Small side table with geometrical marquetry designed in Sweden and produced by SMF in the 1950s

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany, Oak, Palisander, Teak, Walnut

Swedish 1950s Table with Geometrical Marquetry by SMF

$2,163

Mathieu Matégot Magazine Table, France, 1955

By Mathieu Matégot

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

Very nice small side table / magazine table designed by Mathieu Matégot, manufactured by Atelier

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal, Brass

Mathieu Matégot Magazine Table, France, 1955

$2,343

Primitive Sidetable Slate and Elm Rootsupport

Located in Vosselaar, BE

A small side table composed by our workshop from a early 20th century slate top and a 19th century

Category

2010s Side Tables

Materials

Schist

Primitive Sidetable Slate and Elm Rootsupport

$1,802

19th Century Italian Baroque Revival Side Table, Poplar/ Nutwood, IT ca. 1880

Located in Lichtenberg, AT

" period. Beautifully handcrafted around 1880, this fantastic shaped small side table/ commode stands on

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Baroque Revival Side Tables

Materials

Brass

19th Century Italian Baroque Revival Side Table, Poplar/ Nutwood, IT ca. 1880

$1,850

Mahogany and Satinwood Box on Stand

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Hopewell, NJ

side table with storage within. "Baker" label on underside.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

Mahogany and Satinwood Box on Stand

$1,500

Elegant Italian side table with wrought iron base and decorated ceramic tales, 1

Located in Meulebeke, BE

Graceful small side table with inlaid black and white decorated faience tiles with flower motif on a

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wrought Iron

Elegant Italian side table with wrought iron base and decorated ceramic tales, 1

$1,382

Antique White Painted Side Table With Trestle Base from Sweden

Located in Round Top, TX

This small side table is both unique and charming, thanks to the gently distressed white painted

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Paint

Antique White Painted Side Table With Trestle Base from Sweden

$1,500

French 18th Century Louis XVI Parquetry Small Writing Table or Table Écritoire

Located in Berlin, DE

and elegant outline this beautiful small side table or writing table fits perfectly in a classical as

Category

Antique 1780s French Louis XVI Side Tables

Materials

Bronze

French 18th Century Louis XVI Parquetry Small Writing Table or Table Écritoire

$7,900

Bunny Williams Home Mateo Drinks Table, Blue

By Bunny Williams Home

Located in New York, NY

A generously sized drinks table that also works well as a small side table for a low sofa. Based on

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Bunny Williams Home Mateo Drinks Table, Blue

$1,975 / item

Pair of Enzo Mari Cuginetto Side Tables, Driade, Italy, 1970

By Enzo Mari, Driade

Located in London, GB

. The smaller side tables in the series are nicknamed the diminutive ‘Cuginetto’ – ‘little cousin’.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Pair of Enzo Mari Cuginetto Side Tables, Driade, Italy, 1970

$2,017

18th Century Oak Antique 2 Drawer Circa 1790

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

18TH CENTURY OAK ANTIQUE 2 DRAWER CIRCA 1790 IDEAL FOR A SMALL SIDE TABLE OR COFFEE TABLE, LEGS

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Side Tables

Materials

Oak

18th Century Oak Antique 2 Drawer Circa 1790

$2,250

Very Rare Small Sample Wood Side Table after Emile Gallé Sculptural Frame Look

By Émile Gallé

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

polished it It is a very small side table, could be used for drinks or as a jardinière plant stand, as

Category

20th Century English Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Very Rare Small Sample Wood Side Table after Emile Gallé Sculptural Frame Look

$1,046

Red Neal Small "Origami" Table

By Neal Small

Located in Bainbridge, NY

1960's polished Origami Table by Neal Small in Red Plexiglass. Great multi-use, functional, easily

Category

Vintage 1960s American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Lucite

Red Neal Small "Origami" Table

$1,200

19th Century Hand painted Victorian Chinoiserie Tripod Side Table

Located in Tarry Town, NY

home with this remarkable small side table. It's more than furniture; it's a window into the past, a

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Paint

19th Century Hand painted Victorian Chinoiserie Tripod Side Table

$800

Chinoiserie Blue and White Floral Porcelain Garden Stool

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 Floral Porcelain Garden Stool

$595

Gray Painted Side Table, circa 1890, Denmark

Located in Round Top, TX

Small side table with tapered legs and dentil molding trim. It is the beautifully layered gray

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Danish Country Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Paint

Gray Painted Side Table, circa 1890, Denmark

$1,750

Italian Trompe l Oeil Asparagus Porcelain Garden Stool

Located in Elkhart, IN

stand, or small side table. Italy, Late 20th Century Measures: 13.5"W x 13.5"D x 18.5"H Very

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Side Tables

Materials

Porcelain

Italian Trompe l Oeil Asparagus Porcelain Garden Stool

$1,495

Round Antique Danish Coffee Table with Removable Metal Tray or Large Ash Tray

Located in Round Top, TX

creatively used for a variety of hosting in today's modern home. Stable and level, this small side table is

Category

Early 20th Century Danish Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Round Antique Danish Coffee Table with Removable Metal Tray or Large Ash Tray

$975

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

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Finding the Right Tables for You

The right vintage, new or antique tables can help make any space in your home stand out.

Over the years, the variety of tables available to us, as well as our specific needs for said tables, has broadened. Today, with all manner of these must-have furnishings differing in shape, material and style, any dining room table can shine just as brightly as the guests who gather around it.

Remember, when shopping for a dining table, it must fit your dining area, and you need to account for space around the table too — think outside the box, as an oval dining table may work for tighter spaces. Alternatively, if you’ve got the room, a Regency-style dining table can elevate any formal occasion at mealtime.

Innovative furniture makers and designers have also redefined what a table can be. Whether it’s an unconventional Ping-Pong table, a brass side table to display your treasured collectibles or a Louis Vuitton steamer trunk to add an air of nostalgia to your loft, your table can say a lot about you.

The visionary work of French designer Xavier Lavergne, for example, includes tables that draw on the forms of celestial bodies as often as they do aquatic creatures or fossils. Elsewhere, Italian architect Gae Aulenti, who looked to Roman architecture in crafting her stately Jumbo coffee table, created clever glass-topped mobile coffee tables that move on bicycle tires or sculpted wood wheels for Fontana Arte.

Coffee and cocktail tables can serve as a room’s centerpiece with attention-grabbing details and colors. Glass varieties will keep your hardwood flooring and dazzling area rugs on display, while a marble or stone coffee table in a modern interior can showcase your prized art books and decorative objects. A unique vintage desk or writing table can bring sophistication and even a bit of spice to your work life.

No matter your desired form or function, a quality table for your living space is a sound investment. On 1stDibs, browse a collection of vintage, new and antique bedside tables, mid-century end tables and more .

Questions About Small Side Tables

What is a small table called?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
What a small table is called depends largely on where it's located. A small table placed beside a bed is a bedside table or a nightstand. Small tables in seating areas positioned between sofas, loveseats and accent chairs are end tables or side tables. Shop a wide range of tables on 1stDibs.
What are side tables used for?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Side tables are used next to furniture like beds and couches to provide an accessible place for keeping essential items at hand. In the living room, side tables are often used to display flower arrangements, photos or books as well as to set down a drink. In the bedroom, a side table is typically populated with items like a lamp, bedtime reading material, and a charging device for a phone. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary side tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What are nesting side tables?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A nesting table is a set of tables designed to be stored one inside or under the other, giving them a layered or stacked appearance. A side table is a table that’s placed beside a piece of furniture. A nesting side table would be a series of side tables in graduated heights that can be stacked or nested together. Shop a collection of nesting tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What size should a side table be?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
A side table should stand one to three inches below the arm of the sofa or chair it is placed next to.
What are side tables called?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
Side tables are often simply called side tables. If positioned on either end of a sofa or loveseat, you might refer to them as end tables. General terms for side tables and other tables commonly used in seating areas include occasional tables and accent tables. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of side tables.
What is the small table next to a bed?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
The small table next to a bed is called either a nightstand or bedside table. These tables serve as storage as well as a surface for important bedside items, such as your book, your phone or a small pitcher of water. Shop antique, vintage and modern bedside tables on 1stDibs.
Is there a difference between an end table and a side table?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
There are two differences between end tables and side tables: function and size. Typically, end tables go beside a chair or at opposite ends of a sofa and have smaller tabletops, while side tables go toward the sides of seating areas or against walls and feature a larger surface area. However, many people use the words side and end tables interchangeably, so these differences may not always apply. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of end and side tables.
What is 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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