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 tall should bedside tables be?

There's no standard height for bedside tables. However, it should typically be the same height as the mattress.

How tall is an Eero Saarinen table?

An Eero Saarinen table is 28.25” high. It comes in a variety of widths, with a 42” round table seating 4 to 5 people. You can shop a selection of Eero Saarinen designs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

How tall should a lamp be on a console table?

A lamp for a console table should be between 25 and 32 inches tall. The table lamp ’s shade shouldn’t exceed half the width of the console table.You’ll find that when it comes to arranging wall art , a decorator might suggest that the space on the wall above a console table is a great place for a large painting or a wall sculpture . In that case, you may wish to use a taller lamp for the table. If your table is smaller in scale or if you have a small mirror hanging on the wall above the console, you may wish to opt for a shorter lamp.Find vintage table lamps for sale on 1stDibs.

What is a tall coffee table called?

A tall coffee table is usually called exactly that — a tall coffee table. Coffee tables, also referred to as cocktail tables, are generally designed to sit at or below the sofa's seat height. These tables may come in a range of sizes, but they are often between 16 and 18 inches high and are designed in a variety of lengths and widths. They’re meant to provide a practical table-top surface that complements your living room layout. (A tall version might also be suitable for use as a dining table.) Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tall coffee tables from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

How tall is the typical dining table?

Dining room tables are typically 30 inches high.

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.

How tall should chairs be for a 30-inch table?

Chairs for a 30-inch table should typically be between 18 and 20 inches tall when measured from the seat to the floor. Generally, the seat height of a chair should be 10 to 12 inches lower than the height of a tabletop. Tables measuring 30 inches in height are generally standard height and should work well with most standard dining chairs. Find a wide range of dining chairs on 1stDibs.

Is there a difference between an end table and a side table?

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

What is the difference between a side table and a coffee table?

The difference between a side table and a coffee table is mainly in the size and shape. Coffee tables usually feature larger tops but shorter legs. People typically place them in front of a sofa or a loveseat to rest books, drinks, remote controls and other items. Side tables also store items, but they are usually positioned beside an accent chair or at the ends of a sofa or loveseat. Shop a diverse assortment of side tables and coffee tables on 1stDibs.

How can you tell if a side table is antique?

To determine whether a side table is an antique, closely examine its details. Older pieces will typically have telltale features like wood pegs, hand-cut dovetails with some slight imperfections and mortise-and-tenon construction. Tables that are a consistent color throughout or have machine-cut moldings or carvings are unlikely to be antiques. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer can be a helpful resource when dating tables. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and modern side tables on 1stDibs.

What are tiny side tables called?

What tiny side tables are called varies. Some people may simply refer to them as side tables. Others describe them as end tables if they're placed on either end of a sofa or loveseat. When used elsewhere in a room, small side tables are often called accent tables. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary side tables.

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.

Tall Side Tables

Wood Plant Stand

Metal Slat Table

Polished Aluminum Table

Angelo Mangiarotti Marble Table

Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Cannes Tall Iron Drink Table in Brass Finish

$699

Cannes Tall Iron Drink Table in Iron Finish

By Bloom Home Inc

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Cannes tall iron drink table in iron finish Inspired by the antique version, this tall drink table

Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Cannes Tall Iron Drink Table in Iron Finish

$639

Tall ORG tables by Fabio Novembre for Cappellini

By Cappellini, Fabio Novembre

Located in Atlanta, GA

A tall red ORG table designed by Fabio Novembre (Italian, born 1967) in 2001 for Cappellini. Made

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Tall ORG tables by Fabio Novembre for Cappellini

$3,200

White Glass "Fifty Tall" Coffee Table, Sebastian Scherer

Located in Geneve, CH

White glass "Fifty Tall" coffee table, Sebastian Scherer Dimensions: 50 H x 25 W x 50 D cm

Category

2010s German Modern Side Tables

Materials

Glass

White Glass "Fifty Tall" Coffee Table, Sebastian Scherer

$1,364

Satin Glass "Isom Tall" Coffee Table, Sebastian Scherer

By Sebastian Scherer

Located in Geneve, CH

Satin Glass "Isom Tall" coffee table, Sebastian Scherer Dimensions: 50H x 43W x 50D cm Materials

Category

2010s German Modern Side Tables

Materials

Glass

Satin Glass "Isom Tall" Coffee Table, Sebastian Scherer

$1,364

Clear Glass "Isom Tall" Coffee Table, Sebastian Scherer

By Sebastian Scherer

Located in Geneve, CH

Clear glass "Isom Tall" coffee table - Sebastian Scherer Dimensions: 45H x 39W x 45D cm Materials

Category

2010s German Modern Side Tables

Materials

Glass

Clear Glass "Isom Tall" Coffee Table, Sebastian Scherer

$1,364

Satin Glass "Isom Tall" Coffee Table, Sebastian Scherer

By Sebastian Scherer

Located in Geneve, CH

Satin glass "Isom Tall" coffee table - Sebastian Scherer Dimensions: 45 H x 39 W x 45 D cm

Category

2010s German Modern Side Tables

Materials

Glass

Satin Glass "Isom Tall" Coffee Table, Sebastian Scherer

$1,246

19th Century Chinese Wrap Around Tall Square Table

Located in Chicago, IL

This 19th century square table from China's Shanxi province references early bamboo furniture with

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Side Tables

Materials

Cypress

19th Century Chinese Wrap Around Tall Square Table

$4,680

Tall Modern Pedestal Table with Metal Concrete and Wood

By Peter Harrison

Located in Middle Grove, NY

of the Xenon table available. It has a 16 inch square top and stands 40 inches tall. This pedestal

Category

2010s American Modern Side Tables

Materials

Concrete, Aluminum, Stainless Steel

Tall Modern Pedestal Table with Metal Concrete and Wood

$2,900

Mid-Century Modern Travertine Marble Tall Tower Shape Table Pedestal

By Harvey Probber

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Two non matching pair of Mid-Century Modern travertine hexagon shape side tables pedestals

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Travertine

Mid-Century Modern Travertine Marble Tall Tower Shape Table Pedestal

$950

Lido Tall Iron Drink Table in Iron Finish or Brass Finish

By Bloom Home Inc

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Lido tall iron drink table in iron finish or brass finish Inspired by the antique version, this

Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Lido Tall Iron Drink Table in Iron Finish or Brass Finish

$659

Lido Tall Iron Drink Table in Iron Finish or Brass Finish

By Bloom Home Inc

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Lido tall iron drink table in iron finish or brass finish Inspired by the antique version, this

Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Lido Tall Iron Drink Table in Iron Finish or Brass Finish

$499

Cannes Tall Iron Drink Table in Iron Finish or Brass Finish

By Bloom Home Inc

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Cannes tall iron drink table in iron finish or brass finish Inspired by the antique version, this

Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Side Tables

Materials

Iron

Cannes Tall Iron Drink Table in Iron Finish or Brass Finish

$599

Pulpo Pina Side Table in Green Glass

By Sebastian Herkner

Located in Boston, MA

Category

2010s Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Glass

Pulpo Pina Side Table in Green Glass

$1,617

Tall Blue Square Wood Wicker Storage Table with Hidden Hamper and Brass Hardware

Located in Oklahoma City, OK

basket can be used in a variety of ways, such as a nightstand, side or occasional table, or hamper in a

Category

Early 20th Century American Victorian Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Tall Blue Square Wood Wicker Storage Table with Hidden Hamper and Brass Hardware

$750

Pina High Transparent Brass Side Table by Pulpo

Located in Geneve, CH

Pina high transparent brass side table by Pulpo Dimensions: D34 x H52 cm Materials: glass; brass

Category

2010s German Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pina High Transparent Brass Side Table by Pulpo

$1,886

Pina Low Green Black Side Table by Pulpo

Located in Geneve, CH

Pina low green black side table by Pulpo Dimensions: D 44 x H 42 cm Materials: glass; brass and

Category

2010s German Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pina Low Green Black Side Table by Pulpo

$3,180

Pina High Transparent Black Side Table by Pulpo

Located in Geneve, CH

Pina high transparent black side table by Pulpo Dimensions: D34 x H52 cm Materials: glass; brass

Category

2010s German Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pina High Transparent Black Side Table by Pulpo

$1,720

Pina High Transparent Black Side Table by Pulpo

Located in Geneve, CH

Pina high transparent black side table by Pulpo Dimensions: D34 x H52 cm Materials: glass; brass

Category

2010s German Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pina High Transparent Black Side Table by Pulpo

$1,618

Pina High Transparent Brass Side Table by Pulpo

Located in Geneve, CH

tall, skinny side table series pina is inspired by the abstract turns and twists of the famous Pina

Category

2010s German Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pina High Transparent Brass Side Table by Pulpo

$1,762

John Stuart Janus Collection Mahogany Bedside or Side Table

By John Stuart, John Stuart Inc.

Located in Southampton, NJ

A beautiful, tall mahogany side table with single drawer having brass pulls manufactured by John

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass

John Stuart Janus Collection Mahogany Bedside or Side Table

$540

Vintage Industrial Eiffel Era Cast Iron Machine Base as Table with Glass

Located in Hyattsville, MD

this heavy glass pane for the top. Graceful lines, nice entryway table or tall side table.

Category

Vintage 1910s American Industrial End Tables

Materials

Iron

Vintage Industrial Eiffel Era Cast Iron Machine Base as Table with Glass

$995

Pulpo Glass Pina Side Table Designed By Sebastian Herkner

Located in Boston, MA

Category

2010s Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Glass

Pulpo Glass Pina Side Table Designed By Sebastian Herkner

$1,459

Pina High Aqua Blue Brass Side Table by Pulpo

Located in Geneve, CH

Pina high aqua blue brass side table by Pulpo Dimensions: D34 x H52 cm Materials: glass; brass

Category

2010s German Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pina High Aqua Blue Brass Side Table by Pulpo

$1,886

Pina High Light Grey Brass Side Table by Pulpo

Located in Geneve, CH

Pina high light grey brass side table by Pulpo Dimensions: D 34 x H 52 cm Materials: glass; brass

Category

2010s German Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pina High Light Grey Brass Side Table by Pulpo

$1,886

Pina High Light Grey Brass Side Table by Pulpo

Located in Geneve, CH

Pina high light grey brass side table by Pulpo Dimensions: D 34 x H 52 cm Materials: Glass; brass

Category

2010s German Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pina High Light Grey Brass Side Table by Pulpo

$2,029

Pina High Light Grey Brass Side Table by Pulpo

Located in Geneve, CH

Pina high light grey brass side table by Pulpo Dimensions: D 34 x H 52 cm Materials: Glass; brass

Category

2010s German Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pina High Light Grey Brass Side Table by Pulpo

$2,029

Pina Low Corn Yellow Brass Side Table by Pulpo

Located in Geneve, CH

Pina low corn yellow brass side table by Pulpo Dimensions: D44 x H42 cm. Materials: glass; brass

Category

2010s German Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pina Low Corn Yellow Brass Side Table by Pulpo

$2,195

Pina High Light Grey Brass Side Table by Pulpo

Located in Geneve, CH

Pina high light grey brass side table by Pulpo Dimensions: D 34 x H 52 cm Materials: Glass; brass

Category

2010s German Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pina High Light Grey Brass Side Table by Pulpo

$1,886

Pina High Light Grey Brass Side Table by Pulpo

Located in Geneve, CH

Pina high light grey brass side table by Pulpo Dimensions: D 34 x H 52 cm Materials: Glass; brass

Category

2010s German Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pina High Light Grey Brass Side Table by Pulpo

$1,886

Pina Low Aqua Blue Brass Side Table by Pulpo

Located in Geneve, CH

steel Also available in different colours. Sebastian Herkner’s distinctively tall, skinny side table

Category

2010s German Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pina Low Aqua Blue Brass Side Table by Pulpo

$2,195

Pina High Corn Yellow Brass Side Table by Pulpo

Located in Geneve, CH

Pina high corn yellow brass side table by Pulpo Dimensions: D34 x H52 cm Materials: glass; brass

Category

2010s German Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pina High Corn Yellow Brass Side Table by Pulpo

$1,879

Pina High Aqua Blue Brass Side Table by Pulpo

Located in Geneve, CH

Pina high aqua blue brass side table by Pulpo Dimensions: D34 x H52 cm Materials: glass; brass

Category

2010s German Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pina High Aqua Blue Brass Side Table by Pulpo

$1,886

Pina High Light Grey Brass Side Table by Pulpo

Located in Geneve, CH

Pina high light grey brass side table by Pulpo Dimensions: D 34 x H 52 cm Materials: Glass; brass

Category

2010s German Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pina High Light Grey Brass Side Table by Pulpo

$1,886

Pina High Light Grey Brass Side Table by Pulpo

Located in Geneve, CH

Pina high light grey brass side table by Pulpo Dimensions: D 34 x H 52 cm Materials: Glass; brass

Category

2010s German Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pina High Light Grey Brass Side Table by Pulpo

$1,886

Pina High Corn Yellow Brass Side Table by Pulpo

Located in Geneve, CH

Pina High Corn Yellow Brass Side Table by Pulpo Dimensions: D34 x H52 cm Materials: glass; brass

Category

2010s German Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pina High Corn Yellow Brass Side Table by Pulpo

$1,879

Pina High Green Black Green Side Table by Pulpo

Located in Geneve, CH

tall, skinny side table series pina is inspired by the abstract turns and twists of the famous Pina

Category

2010s German Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pina High Green Black Green Side Table by Pulpo

$1,723

Pina High Light Grey Black Side Table by Pulpo

Located in Geneve, CH

Pina high green black green side table by Pulpo Dimensions: D34 x H52 cm. Materials: glass; brass

Category

2010s German Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pina High Light Grey Black Side Table by Pulpo

$1,723

Pina High Light Grey Brass Side Table by Pulpo

Located in Geneve, CH

Pina high light grey brass side table by Pulpo Dimensions: D 34 x H 52 cm Materials: glass; brass

Category

2010s German Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pina High Light Grey Brass Side Table by Pulpo

$1,886

Pina High Light Grey Brass Side Table by Pulpo

Located in Geneve, CH

Pina high light grey brass side table by Pulpo Dimensions: D 34 x H 52 cm Materials: Glass; brass

Category

2010s German Post-Modern Side Tables

Materials

Brass, Steel

Pina High Light Grey Brass Side Table by Pulpo

$1,886

Made to Order for Meg Custom Size Linz Side Table

By Bloom Home Inc

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Custom size 15.5" diameter, 21.5" tall. natural linz side table Custom made for bloom home inc

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Side Tables

Materials

Reclaimed Wood

Made to Order for Meg Custom Size Linz Side Table

$1,197

Palladium Rocket Side Table, Tiffany Blue, Collectible Design, MDW 2024 Edition

By Spinzi

Located in Milano, IT

Decorative Side Table - Sculptural End Table - Mini Living Room Table The Palladium Side Table is

Category

2010s Italian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Metal, Steel

Palladium Rocket Side Table, Tiffany Blue, Collectible Design, MDW 2024 Edition

$513

20th Century Large Pair of Side Tables in Calacatta Marble, Italy

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A lovely pair of tall marble side tables, made in Italy in the latter part of the 20th century

Category

20th Century Italian Side Tables

Materials

Marble

20th Century Large Pair of Side Tables in Calacatta Marble, Italy

$2,047

Angelo Mangiarotti Pair of Marble Side Tables from Eros Series, Model P90

By Angelo Mangiarotti

Located in New York, NY

, volume 1, Turin, 2003, p. 192. The taller version of this side table with larger top can be viewed at

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Angelo Mangiarotti Pair of Marble Side Tables from Eros Series, Model P90

$14,000

Lucite / Acrylic Pedestal Table, Clear with Black Removable Top, Sturdy

Located in Kansas City, MO

stand is clear and the removable acrylic top is black. Use is as an art pedestal or tall side table

Category

Vintage 1970s North American Hollywood Regency Pedestals

Materials

Metal

Lucite / Acrylic Pedestal Table, Clear with Black Removable Top, Sturdy

$1,885

Pair of Vintage Triangular Pedestals

Located in Houston, TX

finish is old - not recent. Perfect as tall side table or stand. Can be cut down for lower height. Sold

Category

Vintage 1960s American Folk Art Pedestals

Materials

Wood, Paint

Pair of Vintage Triangular Pedestals

$3,600

Round Art Deco Lamp Table with Rosewood Details

Located in Atlanta, GA

a lamp table, side table, tall coffee table or center table.

Category

Vintage 1930s French Side Tables

Round Art Deco Lamp Table with Rosewood Details

$1,600

50% balance Jenn Norr11 Gear Fiber Concrete Earth Table by Kristian Sofus

By Norr11, Kristian Sofus Hansen, Tommy Hyldahl

Located in New York, NY

50% BALANCE Comes as a tall side table or low coffee table. Fiber concrete This product is

Category

2010s European Tables

Materials

Concrete

50% balance Jenn Norr11 Gear Fiber Concrete Earth Table by Kristian Sofus

$542

50% deposit Jenn Norr11 Gear Fiber Concrete Earth Table by Kristian Sofus

By Norr11, Kristian Sofus Hansen, Tommy Hyldahl

Located in New York, NY

50% deposit Comes as a tall side table or low coffee table. Fiber concrete This product is

Category

2010s Chinese Tables

Materials

Concrete

50% deposit Jenn Norr11 Gear Fiber Concrete Earth Table by Kristian Sofus

$542

Contemporary Ceramic Furniture, Side Table 2021, Rutger de Regt, the Netherlands

By Rutger de Regt

Located in The Hague, NL

Unique tall side table, hand build by the artist in 2021. The unique technique Rutger de Regt has

Category

2010s Dutch Post-Modern Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Resin

Contemporary Ceramic Furniture, Side Table 2021, Rutger de Regt, the Netherlands

$1,833

Freeform Sculptural Organic Natural Tree Root Wood Pedestal Plant Stand Table

Located in Wayne, NJ

Free form sculptural organic natural tree root wood pedestal, plant stand or tall side table.

Category

20th Century Unknown Organic Modern Pedestals and Columns

Materials

Wood

Freeform Sculptural Organic Natural Tree Root Wood Pedestal Plant Stand Table

$2,560

19th Century Chinese Carved Hardwood Two-Tier Marble Top Pedestal Table or Stand

Located in Doylestown, PA

beautify any room and is a perfect choice to display something special or used as a tall side table.

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Pedestals

Materials

Marble

19th Century Chinese Carved Hardwood Two-Tier Marble Top Pedestal Table or Stand

$975

Tall Grey Kreten Side Table from Souda, in Stock

By Souda, Isaac Friedman-Heiman

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Industrial, organic and sculptural, the Kreten side tables are concrete furniture like you haven’t

Category

2010s American Modern End Tables

Materials

Cement, Concrete

Tall Grey Kreten Side Table from Souda, in Stock

$1,750

Hexagon Travertine Tall Side End Table Pedestal

By Harvey Probber

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Mid-Century Modern hexagon shape side table or pedestal. Harvey Probber decor or influence.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Travertine

Hexagon Travertine Tall Side End Table Pedestal

$2,500

Tall Grey Kreten Side Table from Souda, Factory 2nd

By Souda, Isaac Friedman-Heiman

Located in Brooklyn, NY

notable than the standard version. See the photos for details! The bases of the tables are finished with

Category

2010s American Modern End Tables

Materials

Concrete, Cement

Tall Grey Kreten Side Table from Souda, Factory 2nd

$2,400

Mid-Century Modern Tall Burl Pedestal or Side Table

By Milo Baughman

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A simple classic pedestal circa 1960's. It features beautiful burl construction in very good condition.

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Pedestals

Materials

Burl

Mid-Century Modern Tall Burl Pedestal or Side Table

$1,600

Tall Harrods London Kennedy Military Campaign High Side End Table Hardwood

By Harrods, Kennedy Furniture For Harrods London

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this tall Military campaign coffee or cocktail table made by

Category

20th Century English Campaign End Tables

Materials

Brass

Tall Harrods London Kennedy Military Campaign High Side End Table Hardwood

$1,300

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Tall Side Tables For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of tall side tables available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct tall side tables — often made from wood, metal and stone — can elevate any home. Find 394 antique and vintage tall side tables at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 393 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Tall side tables have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. modern, mid-century modern and Victorian tall side tables are consistently popular styles. Tall side tables have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Souda, Unism.Store and Isaac Friedman-Heiman are consistently popular.

How Much are Tall Side Tables?

Prices for tall side tables start at $1 and top out at $285,000 with the average selling for $2,199.

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 Tall Side Tables

What is a tall side table called?
1 Answer
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 tall should bedside tables be?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
There's no standard height for bedside tables. However, it should typically be the same height as the mattress.
How tall is an Eero Saarinen table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
An Eero Saarinen table is 28.25” high. It comes in a variety of widths, with a 42” round table seating 4 to 5 people. You can shop a selection of Eero Saarinen designs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
How tall should a lamp be on a console table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2024

A lamp for a console table should be between 25 and 32 inches tall. The table lamp’s shade shouldn’t exceed half the width of the console table.

You’ll find that when it comes to arranging wall art, a decorator might suggest that the space on the wall above a console table is a great place for a large painting or a wall sculpture. In that case, you may wish to use a taller lamp for the table. If your table is smaller in scale or if you have a small mirror hanging on the wall above the console, you may wish to opt for a shorter lamp.

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What is a tall coffee table called?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
A tall coffee table is usually called exactly that — a tall coffee table. Coffee tables, also referred to as cocktail tables, are generally designed to sit at or below the sofa's seat height. These tables may come in a range of sizes, but they are often between 16 and 18 inches high and are designed in a variety of lengths and widths. They’re meant to provide a practical table-top surface that complements your living room layout. (A tall version might also be suitable for use as a dining table.) Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary tall coffee tables from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
How tall is the typical dining table?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 25, 2019
Dining room tables are typically 30 inches high.
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.
How tall should chairs be for a 30-inch table?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
Chairs for a 30-inch table should typically be between 18 and 20 inches tall when measured from the seat to the floor. Generally, the seat height of a chair should be 10 to 12 inches lower than the height of a tabletop. Tables measuring 30 inches in height are generally standard height and should work well with most standard dining chairs. Find a wide range of dining chairs 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 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.
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.

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