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 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 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 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.

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 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.

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 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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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

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

Small Side Tables

Chen Furong

Fashion Flow

Plant Stool

Porcelain Plant Stand

Chinese Garden Stool Blue And White

Brass Cast Table

Mexican Marble Table

Reza Feiz

Category

Antique 19th Century English End Tables

Materials

Brass

Oak Side Table with Drawer

$5,600

Louis XV Style Side Table

Located in Winter Park, FL

A small walnut side table with a single dovetailed drawer and lower shelf. An elegant form.

Category

Antique 19th Century French End Tables

Louis XV Style Side Table

$1,150

Gracious Fontana Arte side table

Located in New York, NY

Gracious small brass and glass side table in the style of Fontana Arte. The trumphet shaped brass

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian End Tables

Gracious Fontana Arte side table

$2,800

19th Century Marble Side Table

Located in Surrey, BC

Very unique small marble side table, could also be used on a counter . Recently acquired fro a

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Gueridon

Materials

Marble

19th Century Marble Side Table

$1,495

French Louis Philippe Side Table

Located in Winter Park, FL

Small Louis Philippe side table made of cherry with beautifully turned front legs and a single

Category

20th Century French End Tables

French Louis Philippe Side Table

$975

Distressed Leather Top Side Table

Located in Raleigh, NC

Likely European, maybe Belgian, small scale side tables. Simple scroll design with carved hardwood

Category

Mid-20th Century Folk Art End Tables

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

Distressed Leather Top Side Table

$2,500 / set

Pair of Rosewood Side Tables

By Haslev Mobelsnedkeri, Severin Hansen

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A pair of small rosewood side tables designed by Severin Hansen for Haslev Mobelsnedkeri of Denmark

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern End Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Pair of Rosewood Side Tables

$1,200

Space Age Trolley with Wheels

Located in Oirlo, LI

moment you see a lot of people who opt for several small side tables. This is very nice and playful, but

Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Space Age Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Chrome

Space Age Trolley with Wheels

$654

Organic Modern Freeform French Elm Wood Stool

By Alexandre Noll

Located in Chicago, IL

French elm wood. Suitable for using as a stool or a small side table. The top is hand carved and is an

Category

2010s Organic Modern Stools

Materials

Elm

Organic Modern Freeform French Elm Wood Stool

$1,800

Small writing desk 2 sides, 1790, Denmark

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Small double-sided writing desk, 1790, Denmark

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Danish Desks and Writing Tables

Small writing desk 2 sides, 1790, Denmark

$4,600

STUNNING 1970 s ROBERT MOUSEMAN THOMPSON NEST OF SMALL BURR OAK SIDE END TABLES

By Robert Thompson

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

looking for the super burred pieces I have a pair of small stool / side tables and one long example from

Category

Vintage 1970s English Country Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Oak

STUNNING 1970 s ROBERT MOUSEMAN THOMPSON NEST OF SMALL BURR OAK SIDE END TABLES

$3,651 / set

Pair of Mid Century Teak Pedestal Side Tables

Located in Astoria, NY

A pair of vintage pedestal form small round side tables in teak.

Category

20th Century American Tables

Materials

Teak

Pair of Mid Century Teak Pedestal Side Tables

$1,450

Small Continental Ebonized Table

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

An unusual, small Continental ebonized side or writing, table - with bobbin-turned legs and a

Category

Early 20th Century European Card Tables and Tea Tables

Materials

Iron

Small Continental Ebonized Table

$2,850

Pair Small Cocktail Tables

Located in New York, NY

Pair of glass and brass triangular shaped small cocktail/side tables Can be used together or

Category

Vintage 1940s Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Pair Small Cocktail Tables

$2,200

Lovely 1950s Air Ministry English Oak Small Occasional Coffee or Side End Table

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

. It can be used as a medium sized coffee table or as a large side end table. It was bought from an Air

Category

Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Oak

Lovely 1950s Air Ministry English Oak Small Occasional Coffee or Side End Table

$792

19th Century Chinese Elm Stools

Located in Los Angeles, CA

. Mortise and tenon joinery. Great for extra seating, a small side table or as a plant stand. Sold

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Rustic Stools

Materials

Elm

19th Century Chinese Elm Stools

$785 / item

Saarinen Oval Side table by Knoll

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Small Saarinen side table with desirable oval top of walnut veneer bought from original owner who

Category

Vintage 1950s American Gueridon

Saarinen Oval Side table by Knoll

$795

Spanish Gilt Metal Gueridon Side Table

Located in Troy, MI

Circa 1940s Spanish small round metal side table in gilded finish with tri foot base, open work

Category

Vintage 1940s Spanish Gueridon

Materials

Metal

Spanish Gilt Metal Gueridon Side Table

$1,495

Pair of Small Vintage Military Campaign Folding Side End Lamp Wine Tables

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

wine tables These are a very good looking and well made pair, I’ve not seen another this small

Category

20th Century English Campaign Drop-leaf and Pembroke Tables

Materials

Brass

Pair of Small Vintage Military Campaign Folding Side End Lamp Wine Tables

$2,067 / set

Small Original Black Painted Tilt Top Side Table, Sweden circa 1820-40

Located in Round Top, TX

The original black painted base accentuates the simple grace of this pine tilt top side table with

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Country Dessert Tables and Tilt-top Tables

Materials

Wood, Paint

Small Original Black Painted Tilt Top Side Table, Sweden circa 1820-40

$2,300

Viggo Boesen Small Coffee or Side Table in Rattan for E.V.A. Nissen

By E.V.A. Nissen Co. 1, Viggo Boesen

Located in Bridgeport, CT

Rare and increasingly sought after small coffee or side table designed by Viggo Boesen for E.V.A

Category

Vintage 1930s Danish Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Cane, Rattan, Glass

Viggo Boesen Small Coffee or Side Table in Rattan for E.V.A. Nissen

$2,100

Nantes Side Tables, Model D, Satin Brass

By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Small-scale side tables which have a Minimalist design with a satin brass plated frames and marble

Category

2010s American Minimalist End Tables

Materials

Carrara Marble, Steel, Brass

Nantes Side Tables, Model D, Satin Brass

$2,800

Pair of Art Deco Bevelled Side Tables

Located in Westwood, NJ

A small French Art Deco style side table with ash veneered top, square tapered legs with on a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Art Deco End Tables

Materials

Wood

Pair of Art Deco Bevelled Side Tables

$4,440 / item

Rattan Side Table with Round Mahogany Top

Located in Van Nuys, CA

Small rattan side table with 24" round Mahogany top with rattan trim and featuring pole rattan

Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern End Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Mahogany, Rattan, Wicker

Rattan Side Table with Round Mahogany Top

$1,650

Small square 60s Aldo Tura bar cart or side table covered in green goat leather

By Aldo Tura

Located in München, DE

Small square 1960s Aldo Tura bar cart and side table made of wood covered with green goat leather

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Metal, Brass

Small square 60s Aldo Tura bar cart or side table covered in green goat leather

$1,321

Superb British Walnut Game Table or Side Table with Inlaid Checkerboard

Located in Hopewell, NJ

used as a small sideboard, side table or game table. Very pretty scalloped shape and carved legs

Category

Antique 19th Century English Game Tables

Materials

Walnut

Superb British Walnut Game Table or Side Table with Inlaid Checkerboard

$1,800

Pair, Swedish Birch Antique Game Tables Side Tables with Hidden Storage

Located in Round Top, TX

as a small console or side table with the listed dimensions. When fully opened, they extend to 35

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Game Tables

Materials

Wood

Pair, Swedish Birch Antique Game Tables Side Tables with Hidden Storage

$4,550 / set

BLACK LACQUER CHINESE SIDE TABLE BY PAUL FRANKL

Located in Danville, CA

Small coffee table or side table with smoked mirror top by Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman.

Category

Vintage 1950s American End Tables

Materials

Wood, Mirror

BLACK LACQUER CHINESE SIDE TABLE BY PAUL FRANKL

$1,900

Wicker Side Table in Original White Painted Surface

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This small wicker side table is such a sweet size. It is in very good condition and has the

Category

Mid-20th Century American Adirondack Center Tables

Materials

Wicker

Wicker Side Table in Original White Painted Surface

$550

French, Early 19th Century Directoire Period Side Table

Located in Round Top, TX

A charming French, early 19th century Directoire period side table - small chest. Handsomely

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French End Tables

Materials

Walnut

French, Early 19th Century Directoire Period Side Table

$2,250

Early 20th Century, Dutch Colonial Teak Side Table

Located in New York, NY

A vintage small teak side table from Indonesia, circa 1940. Dutch Colonial style. One-drawer

Category

Vintage 1940s Indonesian Dutch Colonial End Tables

Early 20th Century, Dutch Colonial Teak Side Table

$975

1930s Industrial Adjustable Side Table

Located in Vlimmeren, BE

different positions. It is multifunctional and can be used as a side table, a small desk, a writing table

Category

Vintage 1930s French Industrial Industrial and Work Tables

Materials

Metal

1930s Industrial Adjustable Side Table

$1,081

Nickel small coffee table with faux bamboo base, removable tray

Located in St. Louis, MO

nickel small coffee or side table with lift off tray, base in faux bamboo

Category

Vintage 1950s American Tray Tables

Materials

Nickel

Nickel small coffee table with faux bamboo base, removable tray

$800

Italian side table in the style of Gio Ponti

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Small Italian side table in the style of Gio Ponti

Category

20th Century Italian End Tables

Materials

Brass

Italian side table in the style of Gio Ponti

$1,500

Pair of Nantes Side Tables by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Two small-scale side table. Minimalist design with polished steel frame and black granite tops

Category

2010s American End Tables

Materials

Granite, Steel

Pair of Nantes Side Tables by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

$1,940

Tripod Leg Side Table and Coffee Table Set

Located in Van Nuys, CA

" table leg base. With matching pair of small tripod leg side tables with round knife-edge top featuring a

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Oak

Tripod Leg Side Table and Coffee Table Set

$2,013

Early 20th Century French Louis XV Style Marquetry Wood Side Table Vanity Table

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

Rare and fine quality French Louis XV style 1930s side table in inlay marquetry wood, the legs are

Category

Vintage 1930s French Louis XV Vanities

Materials

Walnut

Early 20th Century French Louis XV Style Marquetry Wood Side Table Vanity Table

$1,801

Paul Kingma sofa side table in white Netherlands 1986

By Paul Kingma

Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant

small-sized side table from 1986, marked with a brass metal plate hand-engraved with "Kingma 1986" on

Category

Vintage 1980s Dutch Post-Modern Sofa Tables

Materials

Stone, Concrete, Metal, Brass, Copper

Paul Kingma sofa side table in white Netherlands 1986

$3,543

Organic Modern Freeform French Elm Wood Stool

Located in Chicago, IL

French elm wood. Suitable for using as a stool or a small side table. The top is hand carved and is an

Category

2010s French Organic Modern Stools

Materials

Oak

Organic Modern Freeform French Elm Wood Stool

$1,800

Small Tripod Coffee Table by Angelo Ostuni

By Angelo Ostuni

Located in Rotterdam, ZH

Small tripod coffee table / side table by Angelo Ostuni, Italy, 1950s. Very elegant design with a

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Small Tripod Coffee Table by Angelo Ostuni

$1,681

Renaissance Style Walnut Small Table, 19th Century

Located in Beaune, FR

Small living room table or side table in carved walnut Renaissance style. It rests on 9 feet and

Category

Antique 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Walnut

Renaissance Style Walnut Small Table, 19th Century

$1,801

19thc French Side Table / Writing Desk

Located in New York, NY

French Napoleon lll Side Table or Small Writing Desk. Classic Napoleon III legs. Center

Category

Antique 19th Century French Desks and Writing Tables

Materials

Wood

19thc French Side Table / Writing Desk

$3,900

Cubist Coffee or Side Table, 1920s

Located in Praha, CZ

Small Cubist coffee or side table with walnut veneer. Good condition Cleaned.

Category

Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood

Cubist Coffee or Side Table, 1920s

$696

Crema Valencia Marble Coffee Side Table

Located in Pasadena, TX

A mid century modern square marble table which could be used as a small coffee table or side table

Category

Late 20th Century Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble

Crema Valencia Marble Coffee Side Table

$1,500

Swedish Midcentury Side Table with Inlays

Located in Stockholm, SE

Striking Swedish 1950s side or small coffee table, with a soft triangle tabletop. Inlays of a

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Birch, Cherry, Wenge

Swedish Midcentury Side Table with Inlays

$1,982

1950s Pink Marble Italian Side Table

Located in Florence, Tuscany

A small pink marble Italian side table with four brass legs and elegant moveable feet. The pink

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

1950s Pink Marble Italian Side Table

$834

Antique Bamboo Table, Side Occasional, Oriental, Painted, Victorian, circa 1880

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a small antique bamboo table, a side or occasional table of oriental origin, later painted

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Victorian End Tables

Materials

Bamboo

Antique Bamboo Table, Side Occasional, Oriental, Painted, Victorian, circa 1880

$946

19th Century Elm Stools

Located in Los Angeles, CA

. Mortise and tenon joinery. Great for extra seating, a small side table or as a plant stand. Sold

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Stools

Materials

Elm

19th Century Elm Stools

$785 / item

Andrianna Shamaris Minimalist Coffee Table, Side Table Or Bench

By Andrianna Shamaris

Located in New York, NY

legs. This one of a kind piece can be used as a small coffee table, side table or bench. We added

Category

2010s Minimalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Wood, Teak, Reclaimed Wood

Andrianna Shamaris Minimalist Coffee Table, Side Table Or Bench

$4,500

French XIX Provençal Small Hand-Crafted Stained Walnut Table With Cabriole Legs

Located in Santa Monica, CA

French XIX Provençal Small Hand-Crafted Stained Walnut Side Table Or Desk With Cabriole Legs.

Category

Antique Late 18th Century French End Tables

Materials

Walnut

French XIX Provençal Small Hand-Crafted Stained Walnut Table With Cabriole Legs

$2,497

Set of Furniture by Pierre Guariche, Low Table, 2 Armchairs and 2 Side Tables

By Pierre Guariche

Located in PARIS, FR

Aquilon furniture by Pierre Guariche, low table, pair of armchairs and pair of small side tables

Category

Vintage 1960s French Armchairs

Materials

Velvet, Glass, Teak

Set of Furniture by Pierre Guariche, Low Table, 2 Armchairs and 2 Side Tables

$42,043 / set

Pair of Nantes Side Tables, by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier Model A

By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Two small-scale side tables. Minimalist design with gun metal patina frames and Palladrio Moro

Category

2010s American Modern End Tables

Materials

Marble, Steel

Pair of Nantes Side Tables, by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier Model A

$3,200 / set

Pair of Nantes Side Tables, by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier Model B

By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Two small-scale side tables. Minimalist design with gun metal patina frames and polished linac

Category

2010s American Modern End Tables

Materials

Marble, Steel

Pair of Nantes Side Tables, by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier Model B

$3,200 / set

Pair of Nantes Side Tables, by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier Model A

By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Two small-scale side tables. Minimalist design with gun metal patina frames and Palladrio Moro

Category

2010s American Modern End Tables

Materials

Marble, Steel

Pair of Nantes Side Tables, by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier Model A

$3,200 / set

Pair of Nantes Side Tables, by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier Model B

By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Two small-scale side tables. Minimalist design with gun metal patina frames and polished linac

Category

2010s American Modern End Tables

Materials

Marble, Steel

Pair of Nantes Side Tables, by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier Model B

$2,200 / set

Nantes Side Tables, Model D, Satin Brass by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

By Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Small-scale side tables which have a Minimalist design with a satin brass plated frames and marble

Category

2010s American Minimalist End Tables

Materials

Carrara Marble, Steel, Brass

Nantes Side Tables, Model D, Satin Brass by Bourgeois Boheme Atelier

$3,200 / item

1960s German Military Industrial Small Dining, Occasional Folding Table 2

Located in Hook, Hampshire

1960s German Military Industrial small dining, side, occasional folding table 2 1960s vintage

Category

Vintage 1960s German Dining Room Tables

Materials

Metal

1960s German Military Industrial Small Dining, Occasional Folding Table 2

$530

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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 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 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 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.
Is there a difference between an end table and a side table?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
There are two differences between end tables and side tables: function and size. Typically, end tables go beside a chair or at opposite ends of a sofa and have smaller tabletops, while side tables go toward the sides of seating areas or against walls and feature a larger surface area. However, many people use the words side and end tables interchangeably, so these differences may not always apply. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of end and side tables.
What is the 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.
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 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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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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