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 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 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.

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.

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.

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 the best shape table for a small dining room?

The best shape for a table in a small dining room can be a round table. A round table works well in small rooms and smaller square-shaped rooms. It creates a cozy setting, so it is the best shape for a small group of people. Visually, it seems to occupy less space than a rectangle because of the rounded corners, and this also means that it has less surface area. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage round dining tables.

Is a round dining table better in a small space?

Whether a round dining table is better in a small space is largely a matter of personal preference. Working with a tighter space may mean that a round or oval dining room table, a design that references the festive meals of the medieval era, may be a better fit. Round dining room tables, particularly those that originated in the Art Deco period, still endure as a popular contemporary substitute for traditional rectangular dining tables. Both round and oval tables take up less space than rectangular and square tables of similar size because they lack corners. Find a variety of round tables on 1stDibs.

Does a coffee table make a small living room look smaller or bigger?

Whether a coffee table makes a small living room look smaller or larger depends on the design. Tables with glass or open, airy designs can create the illusion of a larger space. Round and oval tables can also increase the feeling of openness in a room. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of coffee tables.

Small Side Tables

Chen Furong

Fashion Flow

Plant Stool

Porcelain Plant Stand

Chinese Garden Stool Blue And White

Brass Cast Table

Mexican Marble Table

Reza Feiz

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Antique Late 19th Century Hungarian Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Rustic Antique Small Work Table Side Table

$1,125

Brutalist side table small table 1960s Danish

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Lemmer, NL

Brutalist side table small table 1960s Danish period 1960s design style Henning Kjaernulf

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Side Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Oak

Brutalist side table small table 1960s Danish

$474

Brutalist side table small table 1960s Danish

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Lemmer, NL

Brutalist side table small table 1960s Danish period 1960s design style Henning Kjaernulf

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Side Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Oak

Brutalist side table small table 1960s Danish

$474

Restored Small Rattan Side Table with Arched Sides

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Simply yet elegant small rattan side table with steam pressed arched sides and blond wood grain top

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Wicker, Rattan, Formica

Restored Small Rattan Side Table with Arched Sides

$650

Small French Side Table 19th Century

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Small French Marble & Brass-top Side Table

Category

Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

Small French Side Table 19th Century

$3,350

A Small Decorative Painted Side Table

Located in Washington, DC

A Small Decorative Painted Side Table Signed "Jean Claude Made"

Category

20th Century French Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Paint

A Small Decorative Painted Side Table

$750

Italian Modernist Small Round Side Table

Located in New York, NY

An Italian Modernist small round side table. Black lacquer top with walnut legs.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Italian Modernist Small Round Side Table

$6,800

Small Swedish Drop-Leaf Side Table

Located in Houston, TX

Small Swedish drop-leaf side table with double-sided single drawer in early paint. Sturdy, stable

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Rustic Side Tables

Materials

Pine

Small Swedish Drop-Leaf Side Table

$2,800

Small Spanish Gilt Metal Side Table

Located in Troy, MI

Circa 1940s small Spanish gilded metal side table with round, fluted edge top, tripod base with

Category

Vintage 1940s Spanish Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Small Spanish Gilt Metal Side Table

$1,495

Small Antique Danish Pine Side Table

Located in Round Top, TX

This charming antique pine side table features a single drawer, lower shelf and turned legs with a

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Danish Side Tables

Small Antique Danish Pine Side Table

$800

Small Period Louis XV Side Table

Located in Dallas, TX

an asymmetrical side table with inlay and mounts, one small drawer the length / width

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Louis XV Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Small Period Louis XV Side Table

$3,250

Small Spanish Gilt Metal Side Table

Located in Troy, MI

Small circa 1940 decorative Spanish side table in gilded metal. Curvy tri-foot base, open work

Category

Vintage 1940s Spanish Side Tables

Materials

Metal, Iron

Small Spanish Gilt Metal Side Table

$1,495

Small Spanish Gilt Iron Side Table

Located in Buchanan, NY

This unique small scaled side table was recently made by European artisans. It features a hand

Category

2010s Spanish Art Nouveau Side Tables

Materials

Metal, Iron

Small Spanish Gilt Iron Side Table

$1,580

Chinese Limestone Melon Drum Stool, circa 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

garden. We also enjoy it as a small side table indoors or out. Additional dimensions: Seat: 12

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Side Tables

Materials

Limestone

Chinese Limestone Melon Drum Stool, circa 1900

$3,880

Chinese Limestone Melon Drum Stool, circa 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

garden. We also enjoy it as a small side table indoors or out. Additional dimensions: Seat: 12

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Side Tables

Materials

Limestone

Chinese Limestone Melon Drum Stool, circa 1900

$3,880

18th Century Small Walnut Side Table

Located in Houston, TX

Rustic Spanish side table or coffee table with great character. Top is a single plank of wood.

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Spanish Folk Art Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

18th Century Small Walnut Side Table

$2,400

Small Antique Impala Horn Side Table

Located in Stow on the Wold, GB

Small three legged Antique tripod table. Beautifully proportioned small tripod table dating from

Category

Antique 1880s English Victorian Side Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Small Antique Impala Horn Side Table

$681

Small Gio Ponti style side table

By Gio Ponti

Located in London, GB

Lovely small circular wood and glass table in the style of Gio Ponti. Italy c1950.

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Small Gio Ponti style side table

$3,304

19th Century Small Chinese Side Table

Located in San Marino, CA

A 19th century Chinese side table. The dark wood is decorated in gold accents about the two

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Side Tables

19th Century Small Chinese Side Table

$1,350

Small 18th Century Mahogany Side Table

Located in Eindhoven, NL

Beautiful small pure antique (18th century) wall table with 1 drawer. In good condition with

Category

Antique 1770s British Georgian Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Small 18th Century Mahogany Side Table

$1,382

Two-Tiered Small Round Side Table

Located in New York, NY

A round 2-tiered side table with marble surfaces inset in bronze frame and gold finials. The 2

Category

Vintage 1970s Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Two-Tiered Small Round Side Table

$2,400

Small Carved Walnut Side Table, 1900

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

Elegant little side table with a carved walnut structure and a bean-shaped fixed top with two

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Small Carved Walnut Side Table, 1900

$1,442

Small French Art Deco Side Table

Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB

A very unusual little cherry and walnut table with parquet inlaid top tapered octagonal legs and

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Cherry, Walnut

Small French Art Deco Side Table

$895

SMALL TABLE BY ROGER CAPRON

Located in Jersey City, NJ

TILE TOP SMALL SIDE TABLE WITH METAL LEGS

Category

Vintage 1960s French End Tables

SMALL TABLE BY ROGER CAPRON

$1,950

Pop Modernist, Space Age Lucite and Acrylic Table Attributed to Neal Small

By Neal Small Design Studio

Located in Buffalo, NY

This acrylic side table with its striking Minimalist look is attributed to Neal Small, using the

Category

Mid-20th Century American Space Age Side Tables

Materials

Chrome

Pop Modernist, Space Age Lucite and Acrylic Table Attributed to Neal Small

$1,390

Small Italian Glass Design Side Table

Located in Sofia, BG

Beautiful Italian small side table in metal yellow gold and green smoked glass. INTERNATIONAL

Category

20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Center Tables

Materials

Glass

Small Italian Glass Design Side Table

$216

Small Circular Side Table 19th Century Cricket Table

Located in Vosselaar, BE

A small Spanish tripod side table. The base in softwood and the top in nicely grained chestnut.

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Spanish Side Tables

Materials

Chestnut, Pine

Small Circular Side Table 19th Century Cricket Table

$1,442

Spanish Iron Drinks Table with Tripod Base

Located in Buchanan, NY

handsome small side table is part of 145 Antiques’ vintage-inspired collection of newly crafted items. We

Category

2010s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Spanish Iron Drinks Table with Tripod Base

$1,480

1970s Small Tile Side Table, Czechoslovakia

Located in Praha, CZ

- Good original condition with minor signs of use.

Category

Vintage 1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

1970s Small Tile Side Table, Czechoslovakia

$204

French 19th Century Fruitwood Rafraîchissoir

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

Easily one of the most fun pieces of furniture made, the rafraîchissoir is a small side table

Category

Antique 19th Century French Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass, Copper

French 19th Century Fruitwood Rafraîchissoir

$3,250

Chinese Green and White Ceramic Drum Stool

Located in Chicago, IL

. Traditionally used as a place to rest one’s feet, a drum like this is perfect as a garden seat or a small side

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Chinese Export Side Tables

Materials

Porcelain

Chinese Green and White Ceramic Drum Stool

$1,680

Small Adrian Pearsall Brutalist Drum/Side Table

By Craft Associates, Adrian Pearsall

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Small Adrian Pearsall brutalist drum/side table for Craft Associates. This is one of the smaller

Category

Vintage 1960s American Side Tables

Small Adrian Pearsall Brutalist Drum/Side Table

$1,300

Small French ceramic tiled top side table

By Roger Capron

Located in London, GB

French small iron and ceramic tiled topped side table. Wear conducive to age. Small bend to one leg

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Small French ceramic tiled top side table

$991

Small French Side Table by Jacques Charpentier

By Jacques Charpentier

Located in Chicago, IL

Small folded aluminum side table by French designer Jacques Charpentier. c1970.

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Small French Side Table by Jacques Charpentier

$950

Small Antique Louis XV Style Side Table

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

Small Louis XV-style side table, with inlays of marquetry and lovely bronze mounts, 20th century

Category

20th Century French Louis XV Side Tables

Materials

Bronze

Small Antique Louis XV Style Side Table

$1,815

Small 18th Century Spanish Walnut Side Table

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Small 18th century Spanish walnut side table with single drawer. It is a very nice color with

Category

Antique 18th Century Spanish Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Small 18th Century Spanish Walnut Side Table

$3,717

1960s "Folded" Acrylic Table

By Neal Small

Located in Norwalk, CT

This table features integrated acrylic triangular elements joined using chrome connectors. And of

Category

Vintage 1960s American Side Tables

1960s "Folded" Acrylic Table

$1,950

Oval Saarinen Small Side Tulip Pedestal Table

By Eero Saarinen

Located in North Miami, FL

This fully restored white tulip Saarinen side/end table or coffee table is perfect for many

Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal

Oval Saarinen Small Side Tulip Pedestal Table

$2,500

Small Antique English Cottage Style Side Table

Located in Round Top, TX

This country side table with it's time worn red patina has great architectural lines that add to

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Side Tables

Small Antique English Cottage Style Side Table

$900

Small English Oyster Veneered Walnut Side Table

Located in Atlanta, GA

A small walnut side table with oyster veneered top, shaped apron and pad feet. For

Category

Antique 19th Century English Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Small English Oyster Veneered Walnut Side Table

$985

Small 17th Century English Oak Side Table

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

A Fine and Small 17th Century English Oak Side or Occasional Table. The fine three planked

Category

Antique 17th Century Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Small 17th Century English Oak Side Table

$4,681

19th century Italian side table

Located in Stamford, CT

19thc Italain Marble and bronze topped side table with wrought iron base.Great small side table.

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Tables

Materials

Marble, Wrought Iron, Bronze

19th century Italian side table

Industrial Side Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

One of a kind small side table created from a large gear on a cast steel base.

Category

Vintage 1940s French Industrial Gueridon

Materials

Steel

Industrial Side Table

$2,900

Vintage Small Blue Painted Side Table Nightstand

Located in Round Top, TX

This original farm house side table reveals generations of use. Notice the blue paint, yet

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Hungarian Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Vintage Small Blue Painted Side Table Nightstand

$545

Beautiful Small Chic Italian Side Table, 1960

Located in Oirlo, LI

his is a beautiful side table made of a black metal frame. The lower glass plate is black and

Category

Vintage 1960s French International Style Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel

Beautiful Small Chic Italian Side Table, 1960

$859

Small Midcentury Brass and Mahogany Side Table

Located in Troy, MI

Two-tier brass and mahogany side table features decorative finials, brass galleries and tapered

Category

Mid-20th Century European Neoclassical Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Small Midcentury Brass and Mahogany Side Table

$1,695

Chinese Pingyao Garden Stool

Located in Chicago, IL

stool like is perfect as a garden seat or a small side table indoors or out.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Side Tables

Materials

Terracotta

Chinese Pingyao Garden Stool

$1,580

Low Cricket Table as Side Table or Small Coffee Table

Located in Houston, TX

Low cricket table as side table or small coffee table. Georgian cricket table, circa 1740-1760

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century English Folk Art Side Tables

Materials

Oak, Walnut, Pine

Low Cricket Table as Side Table or Small Coffee Table

$3,400

Small travertine side table with trapezoidal top

Located in Highland, IN

This petite side table is fabricated entirely of Italian travertine marble. Both the top and base

Category

Vintage 1970s Side Tables

Materials

Travertine, Marble

Small travertine side table with trapezoidal top

$800

Gilt Iron Martini Table With a Twisted Stem

Located in Buchanan, NY

surely catch the eye. This small side table features a twisted stem design mounted on a sturdy tripod

Category

Vintage 1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Gilt Iron Martini Table With a Twisted Stem

$1,184

Small Oak Arts and Crafts Side Table.

Located in London, GB

The front of the table rises into a Music Stand

Category

Antique 19th Century British Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Small Oak Arts and Crafts Side Table.

$1,996

19th Century Small Empire French Side Table

Located in Eindhoven, NL

Beautiful Empire mahogany wall table with one drawer. The top opens also. Fire-gilded decoration

Category

Antique 1820s Empire Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Small Empire French Side Table

$2,277

Pair Small White All Marble Side Tables

Located in Troy, MI

Each of these circa 1930s white marble tables has a round top, turned and carved support column

Category

Vintage 1930s French Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

Pair Small White All Marble Side Tables

$2,895

Small and Fine Biedermeier Chest/ Side Table

Located in Westport, CT

Fine Biedermeier demilune shaped two-drawer chest with ebony inlaid diamond shaped keyholes finishing on straight tapered legs in mahogany with a striking continuing striped design ...

Category

Antique 19th Century German Biedermeier Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany, Pine

Small and Fine Biedermeier Chest/ Side Table

$5,900

Pair of French Riviera Nightstands in Bamboo, Rattan and Brass, Italy 1970s

Located in Roma, IT

side tables are ideal as bedside stands in modern organic or French Riviera style bedroom

Category

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

Materials

Brass

Pair of French Riviera Nightstands in Bamboo, Rattan and Brass, Italy 1970s

$1,490 / set

Small Elegant Pair of French Ameublement Side Tables

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Small Elegant Pair of French Ameublement Side Tables This is a good quality pair of French side

Category

Vintage 1920s French Provincial Side Tables

Materials

Cherry

Small Elegant Pair of French Ameublement Side Tables

$1,514

Small Jacobean Style Side Table with Extending Leaves

Located in Dallas, TX

rails of each side of the table. All this rests upon four baluster legs and small bun feet patterned

Category

20th Century English Jacobean Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Small Jacobean Style Side Table with Extending Leaves

$940

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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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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?
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 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 a small dining table called?
1 Answer
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 small table next to a bed?
1 Answer
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?
1 Answer
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.
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.
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.
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 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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