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 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.

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.

Square Side Tables

Travertine Post Modern

Burl Parsons Table

Travertine Table Italian

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Italian Modernist Marble Side Tables

$2,850 / set

Pair Chrome Brass Belgo Chrome Side Tables Glass Top 1970 s

By Belgo Chrome

Located in London, GB

Pair of square Belgo Chrome coffee tables, Belgium circa 1970. The angular framed in alternating

Category

Vintage 1970s Belgian Hollywood Regency Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Chrome

Pair Chrome Brass Belgo Chrome Side Tables Glass Top 1970 s

$2,272 / set

Qing Dynasty Early 20th Century Elmwood Side Table with Woven Rattan Top

Located in Yonkers, NY

early years of the 20th century, this elm wood side table features a square top with woven rattan inset

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Side Tables

Materials

Rattan, Elm

Qing Dynasty Early 20th Century Elmwood Side Table with Woven Rattan Top

$1,750

French 19th century Chinoiserie st Red Lacquered Rouge Griotte marble side table

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

, Ormolu, and Rouge Griotte marble side table. This impressive side table is raised by three squared and

Category

Antique 19th Century French Chinoiserie Side Tables

Materials

Griotte Marble, Ormolu

French 19th century Chinoiserie st Red Lacquered Rouge Griotte marble side table

$8,700

Late Qing Dynasty 1900s Tiered Table with Drawer and Fretwork Shelf

Located in Yonkers, NY

complimented by a reddish brown lacquer. The table features a square top with recessed central board, sitting

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Late Qing Dynasty 1900s Tiered Table with Drawer and Fretwork Shelf

$1,500

Antique Bedside Table, French, Walnut, Marble, Nightstand, Victorian, Circa 1840

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

interest and rich caramel hues Dashing white marble and golden brass add further appeal Of square form and

Category

Antique 1840s French Early Victorian Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Brass

Antique Bedside Table, French, Walnut, Marble, Nightstand, Victorian, Circa 1840

$4,853

Liberty and Co. A robust Arts and Crafts oblong oak sidetable

By Liberty Co.

Located in London, GB

splayed square legs.

Category

Antique 1890s English Arts and Crafts Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Liberty and Co. A robust Arts and Crafts oblong oak sidetable

$2,478

Macassar Wood Night Stand with Brass Accents by Kifu Paris

By Kifu Augousti

Located in New York, NY

, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Dandy square

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Night Stands

Materials

Brass

Macassar Wood Night Stand with Brass Accents by Kifu Paris

$5,835 / item

Macassar Wood Night Stand with Brass Accents by Kifu Paris

By Kifu Augousti

Located in New York, NY

crown-ash wood veneer. Available in shagreen and as a square version see images at end of slide. This

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Night Stands

Materials

Brass

Macassar Wood Night Stand with Brass Accents by Kifu Paris

$5,095 / item

Antique Victorian quality carved oak side table

Located in Ipswich, GB

two small drawers and large carved oak drawers, original brass drop handles, standing on square

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Early Victorian Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Antique Victorian quality carved oak side table

$1,480

Art Deco Side Table from France

Located in Houston, TX

Very stable and comfortable Art Deco side table made out of walnut wood. It has square table top

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Side Table from France

$3,900

Late Qing Dynasty Period Red Lacquered Low Table with Horsehoof Feet

Located in Yonkers, NY

board, flanked by a simple yet elegant square top, effortlessly blending form and function. Standing on

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Side Tables

Materials

Elm

Late Qing Dynasty Period Red Lacquered Low Table with Horsehoof Feet

$1,800

A Pair of Vereinigte Werkstätten Brass White Mirror Tables, Germany, 1970s

By Vereinigte Werkstätten Für Kunst Im Handwerk, Romeo Rega

Located in Vienna, AT

A matching pair of fine and elegant square mid-century / Hollywood Regency-style side or occasional

Category

Mid-20th Century German Hollywood Regency Side Tables

Materials

Brass

A Pair of Vereinigte Werkstätten Brass White Mirror Tables, Germany, 1970s

$1,600

French Drinks Table with Unusual Marble Top and Vitruvian Scroll Pattern

Located in Atlanta, GA

anchoring each corner about the legs. The table is presented on four squared and saber shaped legs, with

Category

20th Century French Side Tables

Materials

Marble

French Drinks Table with Unusual Marble Top and Vitruvian Scroll Pattern

$3,080

Pair of Parchment Night Stands with Brass Accents by Kifu Paris

By Kifu Augousti

Located in New York, NY

square bedside table by Kifu Paris is an elegant and a luxurious home accent, inlaid in cream parchment

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Night Stands

Materials

Brass

Pair of Parchment Night Stands with Brass Accents by Kifu Paris

$12,510 / set

Pair of Shagreen Night Stands with Brass Accents by Kifu Paris

By Kifu Augousti

Located in New York, NY

inlaid in gemelina wood veneer. Available in other finishes and as a square version see images at end of

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Night Stands

Materials

Brass

Pair of Shagreen Night Stands with Brass Accents by Kifu Paris

$11,860 / set

Shagreen Night Stand with Polished Stainless Steel Accents by Kifu Paris

By Kifu Augousti

Located in New York, NY

inlaid in gemelina wood veneer. Available in other finishes and as a square version see images at end of

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Night Stands

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel, Chrome

Shagreen Night Stand with Polished Stainless Steel Accents by Kifu Paris

$5,930 / item

Pair of Shagreen Night Stands with Brass Accents by Kifu Paris

By Kifu Augousti

Located in New York, NY

square bedside tables by Kifu Paris are elegant and luxurious home accents, inlaid in cream shagreen with

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Night Stands

Materials

Brass

Pair of Shagreen Night Stands with Brass Accents by Kifu Paris

$12,510 / set

Parchment Night Stand with Brass Accents by Kifu Paris

By Kifu Augousti

Located in New York, NY

inlaid in gemelina wood veneer. Available in shagreen and as a square version see images at end of slide

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Night Stands

Materials

Brass

Parchment Night Stand with Brass Accents by Kifu Paris

$5,930 / item

Pair of Shagreen Night Stands with Brass Accents by Kifu Paris

By Kifu Augousti

Located in New York, NY

are inlaid in gemelina wood veneer. Available in other finishes and as a square version see images at

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Night Stands

Materials

Brass

Pair of Shagreen Night Stands with Brass Accents by Kifu Paris

$11,860 / set

Pair of Shagreen Night Stands with Brass Accents by Kifu Paris

By Kifu Augousti

Located in New York, NY

Square Bedside Tables by Kifu Paris are elegant and luxurious home accents, inlaid in light grey shagreen

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Night Stands

Materials

Brass

Pair of Shagreen Night Stands with Brass Accents by Kifu Paris

$12,510 / set

Shagreen Night Stand with Brass Accents by Kifu Paris

By Kifu Augousti

Located in New York, NY

inlaid in gemelina wood veneer. Available in other finishes and as a square version see images at end of

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Night Stands

Materials

Brass

Shagreen Night Stand with Brass Accents by Kifu Paris

$5,930 / item

Shagreen Night Stand with Brass Accents by Kifu Paris

By Kifu Augousti

Located in New York, NY

, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Dandy Square

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Night Stands

Materials

Brass

Shagreen Night Stand with Brass Accents by Kifu Paris

$6,255 / item

Shagreen Night Stand with Brass Accents by Kifu Paris

By Kifu Augousti

Located in New York, NY

, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Dandy Square

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Night Stands

Materials

Brass

Shagreen Night Stand with Brass Accents by Kifu Paris

$6,255 / item

Shagreen Night Stand with Polished Stainless Steel Accents by Kifu Paris

By Kifu Augousti

Located in New York, NY

inlaid in gemelina wood veneer. Available in other finishes and as a square version see images at end of

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Night Stands

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel, Chrome

Shagreen Night Stand with Polished Stainless Steel Accents by Kifu Paris

$5,930 / item

Parchment Night Stand with Brass Accents by Kifu Paris

By Kifu Augousti

Located in New York, NY

, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The Dandy square

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Night Stands

Materials

Brass

Parchment Night Stand with Brass Accents by Kifu Paris

$6,255 / item

Vintage French Provincial Style Mahogany and Pink Marble Top Tall Side Table

Located in Secaucus, NJ

with off-white veins. Square oriental shape. Solid mahogany carved base with cabriole legs. Style

Category

Vintage 1950s French French Provincial Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Vintage French Provincial Style Mahogany and Pink Marble Top Tall Side Table

$2,000

Aluminium Etched Coffee Table by Marc D’haenens, Belgium, 1970s

By Marc D haenens

Located in Antwerp, BE

Square coffee table by Belgian designer Marc D'Haenens, the perfect centrepiece for your home. At

Category

Vintage 1970s Belgian Brutalist Side Tables

Materials

Aluminum, Steel

Aluminium Etched Coffee Table by Marc D’haenens, Belgium, 1970s

$2,450

A pair of French 19th century Louis XVI st. Rouge Griotte marble

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

tables. Each table is raised on a square Ormolu plinth with concave corners and a spiral fluted designed

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Side Tables

Materials

Griotte Marble, Ormolu

A pair of French 19th century Louis XVI st. Rouge Griotte marble

$16,000

19th Century Bronze And Onyx Plant Stand

Located in Bradenton, FL

Fine 19th century Onyx and Bronze Plant Stand. Stand is heavy and features two smooth square, flat

Category

Early 20th Century English Victorian Side Tables

Materials

Onyx, Bronze

19th Century Bronze And Onyx Plant Stand

$1,875

Pair of American Mid-Century Karl Springer Green Embossed Side Table

By Karl Springer

Located in Queens, NY

Pair of American Mid-Century square green painted canvas cloth end / side tables with an Asian

Category

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

Materials

Paint

Pair of American Mid-Century Karl Springer Green Embossed Side Table

$11,500 / set

Spanish Drinks Table / Side Table / Martini Table with Handle, Gilt Iron

Located in Barcelona, ES

Spanish Brutalist Squared Drink Table in Wrought iron Gilt patinated brutalist Martini table with

Category

20th Century Spanish Brutalist Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Metal, Iron, Wrought Iron

Spanish Drinks Table / Side Table / Martini Table with Handle, Gilt Iron

$2,990

19th - 20th Century Swedish Cherrywood Bedside Table by Mobile Fresno Living

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

, supported by a square wooden base. The small corner table represents the Biedermeier time period. Wear

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Night Stands

Materials

Metal, Brass

19th - 20th Century Swedish Cherrywood Bedside Table by Mobile Fresno Living

$6,200

George III Mahogany Side Table

Located in Essex, MA

With a molded rectangular top over a single drawer with brass bail handle raised on square section

Category

Antique Late 18th Century English George III Side Tables

Materials

Brass

George III Mahogany Side Table

$1,850

Louis XVI Style Creme Painted Table By Don Ruseau

Located in Essex, MA

Rectangular top with fluted apron with drawers at each end. Raised on square tapered legs. Signed

Category

Vintage 1950s American Louis XVI Side Tables

Materials

Oak

Louis XVI Style Creme Painted Table By Don Ruseau

$2,250

Pair of Shagreen Night Stands with Brass Accents by Kifu Paris

By Kifu Augousti

Located in New York, NY

interiors are inlaid in gemelina wood veneer. Available in other finishes and as a square version see images

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Night Stands

Materials

Brass

Pair of Shagreen Night Stands with Brass Accents by Kifu Paris

$11,860 / set

Shagreen Night Stand with Brass Accents by Kifu Paris

By Kifu Augousti

Located in New York, NY

inlaid in gemelina wood veneer. Available in other finishes and as a square version see images at end of

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Night Stands

Materials

Brass

Shagreen Night Stand with Brass Accents by Kifu Paris

$5,930 / item

Shagreen Night Stand with Brass Accents by Kifu Paris

By Kifu Augousti

Located in New York, NY

are inlaid in gemelina wood veneer. Available in other finishes and as a square version see images at

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Night Stands

Materials

Brass

Shagreen Night Stand with Brass Accents by Kifu Paris

$5,930 / item

Pair of Parchment Night Stands with Brass Accents by Kifu Paris

By Kifu Augousti

Located in New York, NY

are inlaid in gemelina wood veneer. Available in shagreen and as a square version see images at end of

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Night Stands

Materials

Brass

Pair of Parchment Night Stands with Brass Accents by Kifu Paris

$11,860 / set

Pair of Parchment Night Stands with Brass Accents by Kifu Paris

By Kifu Augousti

Located in New York, NY

are inlaid in gemelina wood veneer. Available in shagreen and as a square version see images at end of

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Night Stands

Materials

Brass

Pair of Parchment Night Stands with Brass Accents by Kifu Paris

$11,860 / set

Pair of Shagreen Night Stands with Brass Accents by Kifu Paris

By Kifu Augousti

Located in New York, NY

are inlaid in gemelina wood veneer. Available in other finishes and as a square version see images at

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Night Stands

Materials

Brass

Pair of Shagreen Night Stands with Brass Accents by Kifu Paris

$11,860 / set

Unique 19th Century Swedish Painted Wood Checkered Top Table

Located in Atlanta, GA

a rectangular-shaped top with plain apron and squared legs which taper gently towards their feet

Category

Antique 19th Century Swedish Tables

Materials

Wood

Unique 19th Century Swedish Painted Wood Checkered Top Table

$1,895

An Italian Walnut Octagonal Library Table, 17th Century

Located in ARMADALE, VIC

moulded octagonal top and hollow rounded dentil cornice over a panelled square frieze section with a

Category

Antique 17th Century Italian Renaissance Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

An Italian Walnut Octagonal Library Table, 17th Century

$6,695

Authentic 19th Century Chinese Walnut Side Table – Antique Asian Accent Piece

Located in IT

traditional Chinese woodworking and rustic charm. With a square top and sturdy legs, this table showcases a

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

Authentic 19th Century Chinese Walnut Side Table – Antique Asian Accent Piece

$1,200

Classic Round End Table - Country Finish

Located in Westwood, NJ

galleried dish top, with square tapered legs and a round shelf stretcher base. Dimensions: 27" W x 27" D x

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Rustic End Tables

Materials

Wood

Classic Round End Table - Country Finish

$1,815 / item

Swedish/Gustavian 19th Century Painted Wood Table with Faux Marble Top

Located in Atlanta, GA

houses a single drawer at one side. The table is raised upon four square legs which gently taper towards

Category

Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Tables

Materials

Metal

Swedish/Gustavian 19th Century Painted Wood Table with Faux Marble Top

$3,090

Michael Taylor Baker Far East Chinoiserie Two Tier Grey Low Side Tables – a Set

By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor

Located in Farmington Hills, MI

a scalloped design that brings a subtle Asian flair to any room; Its square shape, complemented by

Category

Vintage 1960s American Chinoiserie Side Tables

Materials

Hardwood, Paint

Michael Taylor Baker Far East Chinoiserie Two Tier Grey Low Side Tables – a Set

$2,385 / set

Kartell Glossy Table in Black Marble by Antonio Citterio

By Glen Oliver Löw, Antonio Citterio, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The TopTop table line is distinguished by its leg which can be either a round or square transparent

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Steel

Kartell Glossy Table in Black Marble by Antonio Citterio

$6,259 / item

Kartell Glossy Table in Aged Bronze by Antonio Citterio

By Antonio Citterio, Glen Oliver Löw, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The TopTop table line is distinguished by its leg which can be either a round or square transparent

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Plastic

Kartell Glossy Table in Aged Bronze by Antonio Citterio

$6,259 / item

Kartell Round Glossy Table in Brown Emperador Chrome Frame by Antonio Citterio

By Glen Oliver Löw, Antonio Citterio, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The TopTop table line is distinguished by its leg which can be either a round or square transparent

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Steel

Kartell Round Glossy Table in Brown Emperador Chrome Frame by Antonio Citterio

$3,427 / item

Kartell Round Glossy Table in Aged Bronze Marble by Antonio Citterio

By Antonio Citterio, Glen Oliver Löw, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The TopTop table line is distinguished by its leg which can be either a round or square transparent

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Steel

Kartell Round Glossy Table in Aged Bronze Marble by Antonio Citterio

$3,960 / item

Kartell Toptop Table White by Philippe Starck with Eugeni Quitllet

By Eugeni Quitllet, Philippe Starck, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The TopTop table line is distinguished by its leg which can be either a round or square transparent

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Plastic

Kartell Toptop Table White by Philippe Starck with Eugeni Quitllet

$952 / item

Kartell Glossy Table in Symphonie Marble by Antonio Citterio

By Antonio Citterio, Glen Oliver Löw, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The TopTop table line is distinguished by its leg which can be either a round or square transparent

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Steel

Kartell Glossy Table in Symphonie Marble by Antonio Citterio

$6,259 / item

Kartell Round Glossy Table in Aged Bronze Chrome Frame by Antonio Citterio

By Antonio Citterio, Glen Oliver Löw, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The TopTop table line is distinguished by its leg which can be either a round or square transparent

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Steel

Kartell Round Glossy Table in Aged Bronze Chrome Frame by Antonio Citterio

$3,597 / item

Kartell Toptop Table Black by Philippe Starck with Eugeni Quitllet

By Eugeni Quitllet, Philippe Starck, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The TopTop table line is distinguished by its leg which can be either a round or square transparent

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Plastic

Kartell Toptop Table Black by Philippe Starck with Eugeni Quitllet

$952 / item

Kartell Glossy Table in Brown Emperador Marble by Antonio Citterio

By Glen Oliver Löw, Antonio Citterio, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The TopTop table line is distinguished by its leg which can be either a round or square transparent

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Steel

Kartell Glossy Table in Brown Emperador Marble by Antonio Citterio

$6,259 / item

Kartell Round Glossy Table in Tropical Grey Marble by Antonio Citterio

By Antonio Citterio, Glen Oliver Löw, Kartell

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The TopTop table line is distinguished by its leg which can be either a round or square transparent

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble, Steel

Kartell Round Glossy Table in Tropical Grey Marble by Antonio Citterio

$3,960 / item

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Square Side Tables For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of square side tables for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, wood and glass, all square side tables available were constructed with great care. There are 566 antique and vintage square side tables for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 140 modern editions to choose from as well. Square side tables have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Square side tables bearing Mid-Century Modern or Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Not every interior allows for large square side tables, so small square side tables measuring 9 inches across are available at 1stDibs. Many square side tables are appealing in their simplicity, but Emeco, Buzao and Sir Norman Foster produced popular square side tables that are worth a look.

How Much are Square Side Tables?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,902, while they’re typically $175 on the low end and $41,882 highest priced.

Finding the Right Side Tables for You

While the range of styles and variety of materials have broadened over time, the priceless functionality of side tables has held true.

Antique and vintage side tables are an integral accent to our seating and provide additional, necessary storage in our homes. They can be a great foundation for that perfect focal piece of art that you want all your guests to see as you congregate for cocktails in the living room. Side tables are indeed ideal as a stage for your decorative objects or plants in your library or your study, and they are a practical space for the novel or stack of design magazines you keep close to your sofa.

Sure, owning a pair of side tables isn’t as imperative as having a coffee table in the common area, though most of us would struggle without them. Those made of metal, stone or wood are frequently featured in stylish interiors, and if you’re shopping for side tables, there are a couple of things to keep in mind.

With respect to the height of your side tables, a table that is as high as your lounge chair or the arm of your couch is best.

Some folks are understandably fussy about coherence in a living room area, but coherence doesn’t necessarily mean you can’t mix and match. Feel free to introduce minimalist mid-century modern wooden side tables designed by Paul McCobb alongside your contemporary metal coffee table. If you think it isn’t possible to pair a Hollywood Regency–style side table with a contemporary sofa, we’re here to tell you that it is. Even a leggy side table can balance a chunky sofa well. Try to keep a limited color palette in mind if you’re planning on mixing furniture styles and materials, and don’t be afraid to add a piece of abstract art to shake things up.

As far as the objects you’re planning to place on your side tables, if you have heavy items such as stone or sculptures to display, a fragile glass-top table would not be an ideal choice. Think about what material would best support your collectibles and go with that. If it’s a particularly small side table, along with a tall, sleek floor lamp, it can make for a great way to fill a corner of the room you wouldn’t otherwise easily be able to populate.

Whether you are looking for an antique 19th-century carved oak side table or a vintage rattan side table (because rattan never went away!), the collection on 1stDibs has you covered — find Art Deco side tables, bamboo side tables, travertine side tables and more today.

Questions About Square Side Tables

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?
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?
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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 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.
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.

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