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

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Brass Cast Table

Mexican Marble Table

Reza Feiz

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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Country Side Tables

Materials

Oak, Paint

Small Gray Painted Cabinet Side Table, Sweden circa 1880

$2,250

19th century Carved Padauk Anglo-Indian side table - smaller

Located in Malton, GB

This is a very nice quality, totally original 19th century Padauk Anglo-Indian side table. The

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Antique 19th Century Side Tables

Materials

Padouk

19th century Carved Padauk Anglo-Indian side table - smaller

$1,514

Foot Stool-Side Table

Located in New York, NY

Decorative foot stool that would also make a great small side table. The top is cane. Note the

Category

Early 20th Century French Gueridon

Materials

Wood

Foot Stool-Side Table

$895

Pair, Biedermeier Small Pedestal Side Tables, Sweden circa 1890

Located in Round Top, TX

It is the striking birch wood that draws one to this pair of attractive Biedermeier pedestal side

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Side Tables

Materials

Birch

Pair, Biedermeier Small Pedestal Side Tables, Sweden circa 1890

$1,900 / set

19th Century Small French Side Table With Bronze Detail

Located in Charlottesville, VA

This is such a cute table. Perfect beside your chair.

Category

Antique 19th Century French Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Bronze

19th Century Small French Side Table With Bronze Detail

$1,200

Stone Top Side Table Small Console Table, Sweden circa 1800-40

Located in Round Top, TX

Swedish console table with stunning stone top resting on heavy baroque legs. Please refer to the

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Baroque Side Tables

Materials

Stone

Stone Top Side Table Small Console Table, Sweden circa 1800-40

$3,800

1980s Maison Jansen Style Italian Brass / Steel Side Table / Small Coffee Table

Located in Tarrytown, NY

1980s Maison Jansen style Italian steel and brass side table / small coffee table.

Category

Vintage 1980s Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel

1980s Maison Jansen Style Italian Brass / Steel Side Table / Small Coffee Table

$975

Henge Small Mushroom Side Table Bronze by Yabu Pushelberg

By George Yabu Glenn Pushelberg, Henge07

Located in Boston, MA

Poetic hybridization between art and design suggests the bold, organic shapes of the Mushroom, high notes that make the context vibrate with their precious presence and their elegant...

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2010s Modern Side Tables

Materials

Bronze

Henge Small Mushroom Side Table Bronze by Yabu Pushelberg

$8,400

Italian design marble side table or small coffee table organic shaped -1970-

By Roche Bobois

Located in The Hague, NL

suitable as a coffee table in a smaller room or as a side table. The listed sizes are the widest and

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Italian design marble side table or small coffee table organic shaped -1970-

$1,682

Small gilt bronze and mirror side table by Maison Baguès

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Small gilt bronze and mirror side table by Maison Baguès

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Vintage 1950s French Side Tables

Small gilt bronze and mirror side table by Maison Baguès

$2,000

Small tripod side table in the style of George Nakashima

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Small tripod side table in the style of George Nakashima

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20th Century American Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Small tripod side table in the style of George Nakashima

$1,500

Pair of Small Dark Grey Shagreen and Brass Side Tables

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of small dark grey shagreen and brass side tables.

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Side Tables

Pair of Small Dark Grey Shagreen and Brass Side Tables

$3,800

Small Wooden Side Table, Second Half of the 20th Century

Located in Roma, IT

Small light color wooden side table with four drawers, two of which on the lower part. Completely

Category

20th Century Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Small Wooden Side Table, Second Half of the 20th Century

$877

Madison Square Furniture English Chippendale Small Butlers Coffee Side Table

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Madison square furniture English Chippendale style small butlers coffee side table. Item features

Category

Mid-20th Century North American Chippendale Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Madison Square Furniture English Chippendale Small Butlers Coffee Side Table

$295

Small French 1950’s rattan and black metal side table

By Raoul Guys

Located in London, GB

A very sweet small rattan and black metal side table with tripod base. In the style of Raoul Guys.

Category

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

Materials

Metal

Small French 1950’s rattan and black metal side table

$798

Antique Mahogany Small Empire Pedestal Base Round Accent Side Table

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique mahogany Small Empire Pedestal Base Round accent side table. Item features a solid mahogany

Category

Early 20th Century Empire Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Mahogany Small Empire Pedestal Base Round Accent Side Table

$495

Swedish Painted Wood Side Table w/Small Drawer, 19th C.

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Swedish painted wood side table, with single drawer, from the 19th century. This antique

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Antique 19th Century Swedish Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Swedish Painted Wood Side Table w/Small Drawer, 19th C.

$3,080

Antique White Painted Side Table Small Writing Desk from Sweden

Located in Round Top, TX

side table or small writing desk, at 3.5' wide this lovely table from the Swedish countryside will add

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Paint

Antique White Painted Side Table Small Writing Desk from Sweden

$2,200

Small Danish Pine Side Table With Drawer, circa 1900 s

Located in Round Top, TX

This delightful country pine table with single drawer and raised rim/trim will make a casual side

Category

20th Century Danish Country Side Tables

Materials

Pine

Small Danish Pine Side Table With Drawer, circa 1900 s

$800

Gray Painted Small Round Gustavian Side Table, Sweden circa 1890

Located in Round Top, TX

This lovely small round side table stands gracefully on elongated fluted turned legs. Note the

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Paint

Gray Painted Small Round Gustavian Side Table, Sweden circa 1890

$2,250

Small Brown Walnut Biedermeier Side Table, Austria, 1830s, Shellac Polished

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

Biedermeier small table. Period: 1830-1839 Material: Walnut Source: Austria (Vienna) Shellac

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Czech Biedermeier Side Tables

Materials

Lacquer, Walnut

Small Brown Walnut Biedermeier Side Table, Austria, 1830s, Shellac Polished

$3,185

Childs Small Side Cyclone Table Designed by Noguchi for Knoll

By Knoll, Isamu Noguchi

Located in Palm Springs, CA

A Isamu Noguchi designed cyclone table in the smaller size or child's size. Still retains the Knoll

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20th Century American Side Tables

Childs Small Side Cyclone Table Designed by Noguchi for Knoll

$950

Small sabre leg side table by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in Dallas, TX

A small walnut table with klismos style legs. Designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb.

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Vintage 1950s Side Tables

Small sabre leg side table by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

$1,800

Maitland Smith Tessellated Cracked Coconut Side or Small Coffee Table

By Maitland Smith

Located in Miami, FL

Tessellated cracked coconut shell side or petite coffee table by Maitland Smith. Retains

Category

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

Materials

Shell

Maitland Smith Tessellated Cracked Coconut Side or Small Coffee Table

$1,250

Small Half Circle Brass Side Table from Maison Bagues, 1960s

Located in Hilversum, NL

French Maison Baguès brass cocktail side table with mirrored glass top 1960s. The mirrored glass

Category

Vintage 1960s French Hollywood Regency Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Small Half Circle Brass Side Table from Maison Bagues, 1960s

$300 / item

Ate Van Apeldoorn Small Waterfall Pine Side or Coffee Table

By Houtwerk Hattem

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Small Ate Van Apeldoorn 'Waterfall' pine table or bench. Beautifully patterned wood with box joints

Category

Vintage 1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Pine

Ate Van Apeldoorn Small Waterfall Pine Side or Coffee Table

$695

Small Pine Side Table with Single Drawer, Sweden circa 1890

Located in Round Top, TX

Small Swedish country pine side table or nightstand with single drawer standing on slender turned

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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Country Side Tables

Materials

Pine

Small Pine Side Table with Single Drawer, Sweden circa 1890

$750

Small Contemporary Satin Walnut Wood Side Table with Bronze Details

By Alabama Sawyer

Located in Birmingham, AL

Introducing the waverly table. Small, round, lightweight with curves you want to touch, this

Category

2010s American American Craftsman Side Tables

Materials

Bronze

Small Contemporary Satin Walnut Wood Side Table with Bronze Details

$760 / item

Small Contemporary Light Color Wood Side Table with Metal Details

By Alabama Sawyer

Located in Birmingham, AL

Introducing the Waverly table. Small, round, lightweight with curves you want to touch, this

Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Aluminum

Small Contemporary Light Color Wood Side Table with Metal Details

$750

Drexel Et Cetera Asian Chinoiserie Black Lacquer Small Gateleg Side Table

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Drexel Et Cetera Asian Chinoiserie Black Lacquer Small Gateleg Side Table with 2 Dovetailed Drawers

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Drexel Et Cetera Asian Chinoiserie Black Lacquer Small Gateleg Side Table

$695

LOVELY SMALL SHERATON REVIVAL INLAID SiDE END PLANT STAND TABLE

Located in Pulborough, GB

Antiques of London We are delighted to offer for sale this Lovely Sheraton Revival Inlaid Side

Category

20th Century British Side Tables

Materials

Hardwood

LOVELY SMALL SHERATON REVIVAL INLAID SiDE END PLANT STAND TABLE

$619

Pair, White Painted Small Gustavian Side Tables, circa 1840-60

Located in Round Top, TX

Pair, lovely white painted Swedish side tables resting on elegant narrow tapered and fluted legs

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Paint

Pair, White Painted Small Gustavian Side Tables, circa 1840-60

$4,400

Original Painted Small Oval Side Table, Sweden circa 1850-70

Located in Round Top, TX

Stylized pedestal table with unique carving resting on a tri-foot base. The original hand-painted

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Victorian Side Tables

Materials

Pine, Paint

Original Painted Small Oval Side Table, Sweden circa 1850-70

$1,650

Pair of Walnut Side Tables with Travertine Marble

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Pair of small side tables. Gothic style walnut base with Travertine marble top.

Category

Vintage 1950s American End Tables

Materials

Marble

Pair of Walnut Side Tables with Travertine Marble

Small Midcentury French Hand Forged Iron Side Table, End Table with Marble Top

Located in Fayetteville, AR

This mid-20th century French side table or end table features a Saint Anne marble top that rests on

Category

Mid-20th Century French Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Iron

Small Midcentury French Hand Forged Iron Side Table, End Table with Marble Top

$300

Art Deco Small Side Midcentury Jugendstil Simple Elegant Coffee Table

Located in Sofia, BG

Art Deco was associated with both luxury and modernity; it combined very expensive materials and exquisite craftsmanship put into modernistic forms. Nothing was cheap about Art Deco:...

Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Side Tables

Art Deco Small Side Midcentury Jugendstil Simple Elegant Coffee Table

$1,189

Matching Pair of Long Chinese Opium Side Tables, Very Large

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

used to much smaller side tables that never seem to offer enough room A lovely pair which has a

Category

20th Century Chinese Modern Side Tables

Materials

Teak

Matching Pair of Long Chinese Opium Side Tables, Very Large

$826 / set

English Small 18th Century Oak Side Table with Drawer, Turned Legs

Located in Atlanta, GA

English Small 18th Century Oak Side Table with Drawer, Turned Legs Joined by Box Stretcher

Category

Antique 18th Century English Side Tables

Materials

Oak

English Small 18th Century Oak Side Table with Drawer, Turned Legs

$2,250

Vintage Italian Florentine Cream and Gold Small Nightstand Side Table Cabinet

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Vintage Italian florentine cream and gold small nightstand side table cabinet. Item features a gold

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Paint

Vintage Italian Florentine Cream and Gold Small Nightstand Side Table Cabinet

$795

Small English Regency Drop Leaf Mahogany Side Table with Two Drawers

Located in Middleburg, VA

Small English Regency drop leaf side table. Spiral turned legs with two drawers. Made of Honduras

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Small English Regency Drop Leaf Mahogany Side Table with Two Drawers

$1,500

Storage Bin/Side Table/Umbrella Stand

Located in New York, NY

side table.

Category

Vintage 1950s Indonesian End Tables

Materials

Iron

Storage Bin/Side Table/Umbrella Stand

$495

Small Antique Side Table, English, Nook, Lamp, Hall, Bedroom, Lounge, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a small antique side table. An English, mahogany nook or lamp table, dating to the

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Small Antique Side Table, English, Nook, Lamp, Hall, Bedroom, Lounge, Victorian

$1,686

Small Pine Side Table with Tray Top, Sweden circa 1820-40

Located in Round Top, TX

Small pine side table with tray top resting on trestle X base, great to serve as a bar table for

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Country Side Tables

Materials

Pine

Small Pine Side Table with Tray Top, Sweden circa 1820-40

$1,850

19thc French Side Table / Writing Desk

Located in New York, NY

19thc French Napoleon lll Small Side Table or Writing Desk

Category

Antique 19th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

19thc French Side Table / Writing Desk

$3,950

Rustic Small Farm Side Table with Trestle Base, Hungary circa 1890

Located in Round Top, TX

, this table is ready to be used and enjoyed. The smaller size makes it adaptable to serve as a side

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Hungarian Rustic Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Rustic Small Farm Side Table with Trestle Base, Hungary circa 1890

$1,050

Antique Pine Side Table or Small Desk from Denmark, circa 1880

Located in Round Top, TX

Charming antique pine side table from Denmark, circa 1880 with turned legs and a single drawer

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Danish Side Tables

Antique Pine Side Table or Small Desk from Denmark, circa 1880

$785

JOHN DICKINSON BONE SIDE TABLE

Located in New York, NY

Small side table in limed wood raised on four “bone” legs. A similar table is in the

Category

Vintage 1970s American End Tables

Materials

Wood

JOHN DICKINSON BONE SIDE TABLE

Small Antique Side Table, English, Oak, Wine, Lamp, Gothic Revival, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a small antique side table. An English, oak wine or lamp table with Gothic revival taste

Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Small Antique Side Table, English, Oak, Wine, Lamp, Gothic Revival, Victorian

$2,017

Small Vintage Lamp Table, English, Walnut, Side, Occasional, Hall, Art Deco

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a small vintage lamp table. An English, walnut side or occasional hall table, dating to the

Category

Early 20th Century British Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Small Vintage Lamp Table, English, Walnut, Side, Occasional, Hall, Art Deco

$1,301

Small Pine Side Table With Tapered Legs, Denmark circa 1900 s

Located in Round Top, TX

side table or nightstand. This table has been restored, the drawer function with brass pull and it is

Category

Early 20th Century Danish Country Side Tables

Materials

Pine

Small Pine Side Table With Tapered Legs, Denmark circa 1900 s

$475

Small Brown Elm Biedermeier Side Round Table, Austria, 1780s, Shellac Polished

Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj

Biedermeier - Classicism small table. Period: 1780-1839 Material: Elm Source: Austria (Vienna

Category

Antique 18th Century Czech Biedermeier Side Tables

Materials

Ash, Lacquer

Small Brown Elm Biedermeier Side Round Table, Austria, 1780s, Shellac Polished

$2,283

Antique Genuine Swedish Small Red Folk Art Gustavian Style Side Table

Located in Kramfors, SE

Genuine antique folk art side table in gustavian style from Sweden, with tapered legs and a drawer

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Folk Art Side Tables

Materials

Pine

Antique Genuine Swedish Small Red Folk Art Gustavian Style Side Table

$3,004

Regency Rosewood Small Drum Table C1825 (Georgian William IV Side Center)

Located in Leeds, GB

A Regency period, rosewood small drum table with drawers, circa 1825. With circular top and banded

Category

Antique 1820s English Regency Side Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Regency Rosewood Small Drum Table C1825 (Georgian William IV Side Center)

$4,062

Pair of Antique Small Oval Pine Pedestal Side Tables from Sweden

Located in Round Top, TX

It is rare to find a matching pair of side tables which makes this set a great find. The oval pine

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Pair of Antique Small Oval Pine Pedestal Side Tables from Sweden

$1,125

Small Oval Pine Side Table on Pedestal Base, Sweden circa 1890

Located in Round Top, TX

This antique oval pine side table is charming with it's softly rounded edges, turned pedestal base

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Country Side Tables

Materials

Pine

Small Oval Pine Side Table on Pedestal Base, Sweden circa 1890

$950

Antique Original Hand Painted Small Sideboard or Side Table from Sweden

Located in Round Top, TX

Delightful in every way, this small sideboard still maintains its original soft blue painted finish

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Antique Original Hand Painted Small Sideboard or Side Table from Sweden

$3,500

Pair, Small White Octagon Shaped Pedestal Side Tables, Sweden circa 1890

Located in Round Top, TX

Antique Swedish gustavian tri-foot turned pedestal side table with octagon shaped top. Later

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Paint

Pair, Small White Octagon Shaped Pedestal Side Tables, Sweden circa 1890

$2,950 / set

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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?
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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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