What is the difference between an accent table and an end table?

The difference between an accent table and an end table comes down to how you use them. Accent tables function primarily as decorations and may be placed almost anywhere in a room. The purpose of an end table is to provide storage space next to a sofa or loveseat. Most people use them in pairs, with one placed on either side of the focal furnishing in a seating area. Find a large collection of accent tables and end tables on 1stDibs.

What is the difference between a drawing table and a drafting table?

The main difference between a drawing table and a drafting table is adjustability. Typically, drawing table writing surfaces are stationary, while most drafting tables can be tilted and moved up and down. However, some people use the terms drawing and drafting table interchangeably to describe any table with a tilted writing surface. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of drafting tables.

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

While both pieces are relatively new to the furniture world, the main difference between them are their shapes. A cocktail table is generally square or rectangular in shape, while a coffee table tends to be oval or circular in shape. You can shop a collection of furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

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

The difference between a sofa table and a coffee table is that a sofa table is always behind the sofa and a coffee table is in front of it. Additionally, a sofa table is the same height as the sofa and a coffee table is much shorter.

What is the difference between a billiard table and a pool table?

The difference between a billiard table and a pool table is primarily the size. The basic dimensions of a billiard table are usually 10’ by 5’, whereas a pool table is a relatively smaller structure, as they’re usually 3.5’ by 7’. An additional way that these tables differ from each other is the absence of pockets on the billiard table. Shop a range of billiard and pool tables on 1stDibs.

What is the difference between a bistro table and a pub table?

The main difference between a bistro table and a pub table is the size. A bistro table is usually around 28 to 36 inches tall, so you can sit at it with a standard dining chair. Often, people pair bistro chairs with bistro tables. A pub table is taller at around 40 to 44 inches and requires a pub-height chair or stool for comfortable seating. Find a variety of pub and bistro tables on 1stDibs.

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

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

What is the difference between a buffet table and a console table?

The difference between a buffet table and a console table comes down to size and storage features. Console tables are usually less deep than buffet tables, so they take up less space behind sofas and along walls. In addition, consoles are less likely to have cabinets and drawers than buffet tables, which are designed to store dinnerware and serveware in dining rooms. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of buffets and console tables.

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

The difference between a center table and a coffee table is usually size. Center tables tend to be larger-sized accent tables placed in the center of seating areas. On the other hand, coffee tables are smaller tables usually positioned in front of sofas and loveseats. On 1stDibs, find a variety of center tables and coffee tables.

What is the difference between a snooker table and a pool table?

The difference between a snooker table and a pool table comes down to dimensions. Generally, a snooker table is larger than a pool table, also called a billiards table. The increased size is due to the fact that a snooker game typically uses a total of 21 balls, compared to the 9 to 15 used during a pool game. Both types of gaming tables have six pockets, but those on a snooker table are usually smaller than those on a pool table because snooker balls tend to be smaller than billiard balls. On 1stDibs, find a range of billiard and snooker tables.

Are end tables taller than coffee tables?

Yes, end tables are generally taller than coffee tables .The term “end table” is frequently used interchangeably with “coffee table,” and while these two furnishings have much in common, each table type offers its own distinctive benefits in your space.Your end table is likely going to stand as tall as the arms of your sofa , and its depth will match the seating . These attributes allow for tucking the table neatly at the end of your sofa in order to provide an elevated surface between your seating and the wall. End tables are accent pieces — they’re a close cousin to side tables , but side tables, not unlike the show-stealing low-profile coffee table, are intended to be positioned prominently and have more to do with the flow and design of a room than an end table, which does a great job but does it out of the way of everything else.Find all kinds of antique and vintage tables on 1stDibs.

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

The difference between a coffee table and a console table is in the design. A coffee table is a low table that comes in many shapes, such as surfaces that are rectangles, squares, ovals or circles. Console tables are taller and usually have elongated shapes, such as ovals, rectangles or semicircles. Placement is another differentiator between the two types of tables. Coffee tables usually go in front of sofas and loveseats, while console tables may be placed behind a sofa or loveseat or along a wall. Find a large collection of coffee tables and console tables on 1stDibs.

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 a coffee table and a cocktail table?

"Coffee table" and "cocktail table" are used interchangeably; cocktail table is the more traditional term, often applied to lower, more formal designs.

What is a gateleg table?

First introduced in 16th century-England, a gateleg table is a popular kind of table that allowed for intimate dining. The tabletop of the gateleg table, which was initially round or oval versus the long tables and formal seating arrangements that preceded it, had a section that was fixed in place , while one or two sections of the surface were equipped with hinges. By design, a gateleg table could be extended so that more space could be allocated for work or for dining if needed. These hinged sections could be folded back into place on top of the fixed section or could easily be dropped down to hang vertically on their hinges when they weren’t in use. This function, which allowed the table’s drop leaves that weren’t in use to be pushed up against a wall, saved space in small homes because the table could be tucked away. Pivoted legs under the table — which formed a gate as they were joined at their tops and bottoms by crosspieces — supported the hinged sections.

What is a drink table?

A drink table is a small side table that’s main purpose is to provide a surface to place your drink. Drink tables are characterized by a small tabletop supported by a post and a thick base, and could come in a variety of styles from classic-chic to modern and sleek. Shop a collection of drink tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is a waterfall table?

A waterfall table is one where the material and the appearance of the top is extended down the side. Quite often it’s extended down two ends to give the appearance of it flowing over the side. Shop a collection of waterfall tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is a working table?

A working table is, simply put, a table where you can work. It is equipped with drawers and holders to hold implements and materials. It can range from a simple flat surface to complex designs. On 1stDibs, you can find the perfect table for your work purposes.

What is a dumbwaiter table?

A dumbwaiter table has two to three circular trays attached to a central column supported on a tripod base. Mostly made from mahogany, some varieties are designed with collapsible trays. On 1stDibs, you can find an antique and vintage collection of dumbwaiter tables.

What is a dough table?

A dough table, or kneading trough, is a primitive piece of furniture used in the bread-making process. Dough tables originated in Europe and were brought to the United States by the Pennsylvania Dutch sometime in the 1700s. The table's flat lid makes for the perfect kneading surface while the inside trough is the perfect space for the dough to rise.

Syrian Table Tables

Syrian Mother Of Pearl Cabinet

Early 20th Century Syrian side table

$683

Early 20th Century Syrian side table

Located in London, GB

Early 20th Century Syrian side table Dated from the early part of the 20th Century, a replacement leather gold leaf edge patterned effect, the central part of the green leather is c...

Category

Vintage 1920s Late Victorian Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Pair of 19th Century Syrian Mother of Pearl Inlaid Wood Pedestal Side Tables

$6,750 / set

Pair of 19th Century Syrian Mother of Pearl Inlaid Wood Pedestal Side Tables

Located in Dallas, TX

An elegant pair of 19th-century Syrian carved wood pedestal tables, circa 1880, featuring intricate bone inlay, geometric motifs, pierced Moorish-style arches, and finely turned supp...

Category

Antique 19th Century Unknown Moorish Pedestals

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Antique Syrian Mother of Pearl Inlaid Wood Wedding Chest / Console Table

$15,000

Antique Syrian Mother of Pearl Inlaid Wood Wedding Chest / Console Table

Located in Dallas, TX

Damascus mother of pearl inlaid wooden wedding or dowry chest. The trunk is profusely inlaid with intricate geometric and floral designs in mother of pearl with the intarsia method.

Category

20th Century Moorish Blanket Chests

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

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Syrian Games Table

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H 33.47 in W 34.65 in D 18.9 in

Syrian Games Table

Located in Dublin, IE

This Syrian table will create a marvelous focal point to your room.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Syrian Islamic Game Tables

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

19th Century Syrian Game Table

Unavailable

H 31.5 in W 33.47 in D 33.47 in

19th Century Syrian Game Table

Located in Bordeaux, FR

19th century game table inlaid with bone, ebony, mother of pearl geometrical patterns.

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Antique Mid-19th Century Syrian Game Tables

Materials

Bone, Ebony

Syrian Mother-of-Pearl Hexagonal Nesting Tables

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H 24.25 in W 36.875 in D 31.875 in

Syrian Mother-of-Pearl Hexagonal Nesting Tables

Located in Blacksburg, VA

Syrian Mother-of-Pearl Hexagonal Table with Six Triangular Occasional Nesting Tables.

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Vintage 1970s Syrian Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Wood, Mother-of-Pearl

Syrian Moroccan Mother-of-Pearl Side Table Walnut Wood

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H 24 in W 18 in D 18 in

Syrian Moroccan Mother-of-Pearl Side Table Walnut Wood

Located in Orlando, FL

Gorgeous Syrian style mother-of-pearl side table made in Morocco.

Category

2010s Moroccan Side Tables

Syrian Art Deco Snake (Cobra) Lamp, Ca. 1920 or Earlier

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H 10 in W 6 in D 4 in

Syrian Art Deco Snake (Cobra) Lamp, Ca. 1920 or Earlier

Located in San Francisco, CA

Syrians made a full compliment of brass lamps which were decorated by hand and ornamented with glass beaded shades, and sold all over the world.

Category

Early 20th Century Syrian Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Tourist Souvenir Pedestal Tripod Table

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H 29.5 in W 18 in D 18 in

Tourist Souvenir Pedestal Tripod Table

Located in Sheffield, MA

The top frieze with carved drop finial fretwork. The table would have been a tourist souvenir from the Levant: the Holy Land or the Golan Heights, Jerusalem, Syria, Lebanon or Jordan.

Category

Antique 19th Century Syrian Victorian End Tables

Materials

Oak, Cedar, Olive

1960's Middle Eastern Checkers Games Table

Unavailable

H 18.75 in W 23.75 in D 23.75 in

1960's Middle Eastern Checkers Games Table

Located in Southampton, NY

1960'S Middle Eastern Low Square Checkers Games Table. The Checker Board Is Burl Maple & Rosewood Surrounded By .25" Geometric Inlaid Boarder. The Outside & Interior Of The Sides Has...

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Vintage 1960s Syrian Mid-Century Modern Game Tables

Materials

Maple, Rosewood

Stacking Middle Eastern Octagonal Inlaid Tables

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H 20 in W 22 in D 22 in

Stacking Middle Eastern Octagonal Inlaid Tables

Located in Southampton, NY

Stacking Middle Eastern inlaid tables. The smaller table has inlaid star patterns throughout the top, with saw tooth design in ivory at the edge. The dimensions are 14" x 14", 8.5 " ...

Category

Antique 1890s Syrian Islamic Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Burl, Ivory, Walnut

Syrian Centre Table - Desk

Unavailable

H 30.71 in W 33.47 in D 25.2 in

Syrian Centre Table - Desk

Located in Paris, ile de france

a SYRIAN CENTRE TABLE/DESK WITH CABRIOLET LEGS, INLAID WITH MARQUETRIES IN DIFFERENT MATERIALS AND VARIOUS PRECIOUS WOOD please ask for more details of the materials

Category

Early 20th Century Syrian Aesthetic Movement Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Arabesque Octagonal Shaped Syrian Table

Unavailable

H 24.5 in W 49.5 in D 31.5 in

Arabesque Octagonal Shaped Syrian Table

Located in Blacksburg, VA

Arabesque Octagonal-shaped Syrian carved wood table in the Moorish style. Mother-of-pearl and several exotic woods, inlaid.

Category

Vintage 1950s Syrian Furniture

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Syrian Inlaid Mother-of-Pearl Dining Table

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H 31.25 in W 95.5 in D 47.5 in

Syrian Inlaid Mother-of-Pearl Dining Table

Located in Blacksburg, VA

Syrian Inlaid Mother-of-Pearl Dining Table. The table has mother of pearl and wooden mosaic inlays and is supported by two pedestals, each with four scrolling legs and an octagonal b...

Category

Vintage 1960s Syrian Furniture

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Glass

Tablelamp or floorlamp from mouthblown glass - transparent

Unavailable

H 25 in W 35 in D 25 in

Tablelamp or floorlamp from mouthblown glass - transparent

Located in Wien, AT

The glass lamp can be used as table lamp, floor lamp or pendant lamp. Being mouth-blown, it is unique in every detail and an eye-catcher for any design-affine personality who knows t...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Syrian Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Tablelamp or floorlamp from mouthblown glass - lemon

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H 9.85 in W 13.78 in D 9.85 in

Tablelamp or floorlamp from mouthblown glass - lemon

Located in Wien, AT

The glass lamp can be used as table lamp, floor lamp or pendant lamp. Being mouth-blown, it is unique in every detail and an eye-catcher for any design-affine personality who knows t...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Syrian Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Tablelamp or floorlamp from mouthblown glassdrops - midnight blue

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H 9.85 in W 13.78 in D 9.85 in

Tablelamp or floorlamp from mouthblown glassdrops - midnight blue

Located in Wien, AT

The glass lamp can be used as table lamp, floor lamp or pendant lamp. Use the metal hook adjusted to every lamp, in case you consider using it as pendant lamp. The glass sculpture i...

Category

20th Century Syrian Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Tablelamp or floorlamp from mouthblown glassdrops - orange

Unavailable

H 25 in W 35 in D 25 in

Tablelamp or floorlamp from mouthblown glassdrops - orange

Located in Wien, AT

The glass lamp can be used as table lamp, floor lamp or pendant lamp. Use the metal hook adjusted to every lamp, in case you consider using it as pendant lamp. The glass sculpture i...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Syrian Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Tablelamp or Floorlamp from Mouthblown Glassdrops - Rainbow

Unavailable

H 9.85 in W 13.78 in D 9.85 in

Tablelamp or Floorlamp from Mouthblown Glassdrops - Rainbow

Located in Wien, AT

Die Glaslampe kann als Tischlampe, Stehlampe oder Hängelampe verwendet werden. Verwenden Sie den Metallhaken, der an jeder Lampe angebracht ist, falls Sie sie als Hängeleuchte verwen...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Syrian Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Octagonal-Shaped Moorish Style Cocktail Table

Unavailable

H 24 in Dm 45.25 in

Octagonal-Shaped Moorish Style Cocktail Table

Located in Blacksburg, VA

Octagonal-Shaped Moorish Style Cocktail Table. It is inlayed heavily with Mother-of-Pearl and several exotic rare and colorful natural woods in the Mosaic design. Edges and legs are ...

Category

Vintage 1950s Syrian Furniture

Materials

Wood, Glass

Two 17th c. Ottoman inlaid table chests

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H 13 in W 23.5 in D 11.5 in

Two 17th c. Ottoman inlaid table chests

Located in Summerland, CA

Beautiful near-pair of mother-of-pearl inlaid walnut chests with geometric decor, original hardware

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Syrian Blanket Chests

Materials

Iron

Syrian Mother-of-Pearl Walnut Wood Side Table, Coquillage

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H 21 in W 17 in D 17 in

Syrian Mother-of-Pearl Walnut Wood Side Table, Coquillage

Located in Orlando, FL

Syrian style mother-of-pearl side and rare shells made in Morocco by a fine Syrian artisan. Beautiful Inlay throughout thru amazing handcraftsmanship. Definitely a conversation piece...

Category

2010s Moroccan Side Tables

Syrian Table

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H 20.75 in Dm 23.25 in

Syrian Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Syrian shell and bone inlaid hardwood folding table with brass tray.

Category

Early 20th Century Syrian Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Syrian Carved Wood Table

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H 22 in Dm 21 in

Syrian Carved Wood Table

Located in Dallas, TX

A Syrian carved wood table.

Category

Early 20th Century Syrian Islamic Tables

Inlaid Syrian Carved Table

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H 23 in W 14 in D 14 in

Inlaid Syrian Carved Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A star motif is seen throughout this hexagonal small carved table. A star within a star is a part of the intricate carving on the table top with intertwinning vines and a lattice lik...

Category

Antique 19th Century Syrian Tables

Materials

Bone

SYRIAN SIDE TABLE

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H 23.5 in Dm 20.5 in

SYRIAN SIDE TABLE

Located in New York, NY

Graphically patterned walnut Syrian side table. Intricately inlaid with tortoise shell and mother-of-pearl in striking geometric pattern.

Category

20th Century Syrian Side Tables

SYRIAN OCTAGONAL TABLE

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H 25 in Dm 16.5 in

SYRIAN OCTAGONAL TABLE

Located in New York, NY

Walnut octagonal side table with graphic geometric mosaics. Fruitwood and mother-of-pearl inlay. One-of-a-kind recreation from an antique design.

Category

20th Century Syrian Side Tables

Syrian Octagonal Table, 19th Century

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H 20.87 in W 16.15 in D 16.15 in

Syrian Octagonal Table, 19th Century

By Liberty & Co.

Located in London, GB

Syrian octagonal table, 19th Century An octagonal Moorish table, inlaid with mother-of-pearl and ebony set in geometric patterns.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Syrian Aesthetic Movement Tables

Materials

Fruitwood

SYRIAN CONSOLE TABLE

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H 33 in W 60 in D 16 in

SYRIAN CONSOLE TABLE

Located in New York, NY

Syrian walnut console table with a white marble top supported by an apron of turned wooden spindles and legs ornamented with precise floral mosaics of mother-of-pearl inlay.

Category

20th Century Syrian Console Tables

Syrian Games Table

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H 30 in W 27.5 in D 14 in

Syrian Games Table

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

A fine early 20th century inlaid Syrian occasional table of rectangular form with an intricate geometric pattern, inlaid with mosaic bone, ebony, mother of pearl and other woods marq...

Category

Early 20th Century Syrian Game Tables

Materials

Bone, Wood, Ebony

SYRIAN OCTAGONAL SIDE TABLE

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H 24 in Dm 18 in

SYRIAN OCTAGONAL SIDE TABLE

Located in New York, NY

Syrian octagonal side table with precise mosaics on top and sides of inlaid peachwood, rosewood, walnut, and mother-of-pearl.

Category

20th Century Syrian Side Tables

Syrian Mother of Pearl Inlaid Table

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H 21 in W 26.5 in D 26.5 in

Syrian Mother of Pearl Inlaid Table

Located in New York, NY

19th Century Syrian Mother of Pearl inlaid wooden table. The wood is profusely inlaid with intricate floral and geometric designs in mother of pearl with the intarsia method.

Category

Antique 19th Century Syrian Tables

Materials

Wood

Syrian Inlaid Occasional Table

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H 20.48 in W 16.54 in D 16.54 in

Syrian Inlaid Occasional Table

Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB

A rare model and well preserved occasional table produced in Syria in the 1920s, the table is solid hardwood and finely geometricly inlaid with ebony, bone and mother of pearl, the i...

Category

Vintage 1920s Syrian Other Side Tables

Materials

Teak

Syrian Inlaid Games Table

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H 31 in W 36 in D 18 in

Syrian Inlaid Games Table

Located in Montreal, QC

Syrian inlaid chess and backgammon foldover games table, fitted with boards for chess, backgammon, and cards. the swiveling top opens to reveal inset reversible removable board over ...

Category

Syrian Game Tables

Materials

Wood, Mother-of-Pearl

PAIR SYRIAN SIDE TABLES

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H 23.5 in Dm 20.5 in

PAIR SYRIAN SIDE TABLES

Located in New York, NY

Outstanding matched pair of walnut Syrian side tables. Beautifully patterned intricate inlay of tortoise shell and mother-of-pearl.

Category

20th Century Syrian End Tables

Pr. Syrian Occasional Tables

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H 20.5 in W 14.5 in D 14.5 in

Pr. Syrian Occasional Tables

Located in Pomona, CA

A pair of Syrian octagonal shape inlaid occasional tables. Small size: 12.25" W, 12.25" D, 18.75" H.

Category

Late 20th Century Syrian End Tables

Materials

Wood

Rectangular Bone Inlaid Syrian Table

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H 32 in W 48 in D 29.5 in

Rectangular Bone Inlaid Syrian Table

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Captivating Syrian walnut center table, dining table, or writing table with a rectangular top inlaid with bone, mother or pearl, and king wood in an enchanting combination of floral ...

Category

Early 20th Century Syrian Moorish Center Tables

Inlaid Syrian Octagonal Side Coffee Table

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H 31 in W 23.5 in D 23.5 in

Inlaid Syrian Octagonal Side Coffee Table

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Late 19th century inlaid Syrian octagonal side table or coffee table. Hand crafted Middle Eastern Arabic inlay wit mother-of-pearl inlay and various exotic Moroccan wood inlaid.

Category

Early 20th Century Syrian Moorish Tables

Materials

Ebony, Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Pair of Inlaid Syrian Tables

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H 22 in W 21 in D 21 in

Pair of Inlaid Syrian Tables

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Lofty pair of Syrian side or end tables crafted in exotic hard woods with inlaid mother of pearl and tortoiseshell geometric designs.

Category

Early 20th Century Syrian Moorish Side Tables

Moorish Syrian Hexagonal Side Tables

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H 27 in W 17 in D 15 in

Moorish Syrian Hexagonal Side Tables

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Elegant matching pair of Syrian mosaic walnut hexagonal marquetry occasional side tables.

Category

20th Century Syrian Moorish Side Tables

Materials

Fruitwood, Rosewood

Intricately Inlaid Syrian Hexagonal Table

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H 19.5 in Dm 16.5 in

Intricately Inlaid Syrian Hexagonal Table

Located in San Francisco, CA

The hexagonal top centering a star within an intricate border; raised on turned supports with Arabesque detailing all joined by a lower star-form shelf.

Category

Antique Early 1900s Syrian Side Tables

Syrian Inlaid Side Table

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H 28.5 in W 21 in D 21 in

Syrian Inlaid Side Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Early 20th c. octagonal bone, wood and mother of pearl inlay side table

Category

Early 20th Century Syrian Gueridon

Materials

Wood, Bone, Mother-of-Pearl

Syrian Inlaid Tabouret Side Table

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H 23.5 in Dm 15.5 in

Syrian Inlaid Tabouret Side Table

Located in San Francisco, CA

Octagonal shape side table with elaborate inlaid woods, mother-of-pearl and ebonized detail, Syria, late-early 20th century.

Category

Early 20th Century Syrian Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Mother-of-Pearl

Syrian Hand-Carved Walnut Side Table

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H 30.25 in W 18.25 in D 18.25 in

Syrian Hand-Carved Walnut Side Table

Located in Montreal, QC

Syrian hand-carved walnut side table inlaid with mother-of-pearl, the top featuring a carved poem in Arabic calligraphy.

Category

Antique 1870s Syrian Moorish Side Tables

Antique Syrian Folding Games Table

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H 33 in W 39 in D 17 in

Antique Syrian Folding Games Table

Located in Dallas, TX

A beautifully shaped Syrian games table inlaid with ebony, various species of exotic woods and mother-of-pearl in geometric patterns.

Category

Early 20th Century Syrian Moorish Game Tables

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Velvet, Ebony, Satinwood, Harewood

Pair of Inlaid Syrian Side Tables

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H 20 in W 20 in D 21.5 in

Pair of Inlaid Syrian Side Tables

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Exotic pair of vintage Syrian mahogany hexagon side or end tables with elaborate inlaid symbolic floral designs on top over a base with six Moorish ashes and geometric bone inlays.

Category

Early 20th Century Syrian Moorish Side Tables

Pair of Carved Inlaid Syrian Tables

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H 29 in Dm 24 in

Pair of Carved Inlaid Syrian Tables

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of carved inlaid octagonal Syrian tables.

Category

Early 20th Century Syrian Other Side Tables

Materials

Wood, Bone

Syrian Marquetry Mother of Pearl Table

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H 20 in W 16.5 in D 16.5 in

Syrian Marquetry Mother of Pearl Table

Located in London, GB

Syrian marquetry mother of pearl table A highly decorative Syrian octagonal table, in blackened wood marquetry, clear wood and mother-of-pearl.

Category

Vintage 1930s Syrian Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Pair of Tall Syrian End Tables Pedestals Stackable

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H 28.25 in Dm 18.5 in

Pair of Tall Syrian End Tables Pedestals Stackable

Located in Stamford, CT

This is a superb intricately inlaid pair of side tables decorated with mother of pearl from Damascus and dating from the mid-20th century. Can be used on their own or stacked togethe...

Category

Mid-20th Century Syrian Moorish Tables

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Early 20th century Syrian side table

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H 24 in W 18 in D 18 in

Early 20th century Syrian side table

Located in London, GB

Early 20th century Syrian side table A brilliant example of an early 20th century inlaid Syrian side table.

Category

Vintage 1930s Syrian Victorian Side Tables

Materials

Pine

Syrian Bone Inlaid Side Table

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H 25.5 in Dm 16 in

Syrian Bone Inlaid Side Table

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Late 19th c. bone inlaid table with intricate design, monogrammed with an inlaid "F" in the middle.

Category

Antique 19th Century Syrian Gueridon

Materials

Wood, Bone

Pair of Inlaid Syrian Tables

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H 23.5 in W 23.5 in D 17.5 in

Pair of Inlaid Syrian Tables

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Pair of Syrian rectangular end tables or nightstands crafted in mahogany with geometric mother of pearl inlays on the top, stick and ball panels on all four sides, and turned legs wi...

Category

20th Century Syrian Moorish End Tables

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Mahogany

Syrian Inlaid Table

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H 24 in W 16 in D 16 in

Syrian Inlaid Table

Located in New York, NY

Antique octagonal side table. Graphically patterned walnut table intricately inlaid with tortoise shell and mother-of-pearl in striking geometric pattern. Detailed and edged in camel...

Category

Early 20th Century Moroccan Islamic Side Tables

Materials

Tortoise Shell, Mother-of-Pearl

A Fine Syrian Marquetry Game Table

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H 31 in W 33.25 in D 17 in

A Fine Syrian Marquetry Game Table

Located in Sheffield, MA

Folded:
Height 31 in. Width 33 ¼ in. Depth 17 in.

Open:
Height 30 in. Width 33 ¼ in. Depth 34 in.

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Antique 19th Century Syrian Game Tables

Fine Syrian Inlaid Table

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H 24.02 in Dm 18.9 in

Fine Syrian Inlaid Table

Located in Kent, Dover

A fine Syrian bone, Horn and mother-of-pearl octagonal inlaid table of intricate detail.

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Antique Early 1900s Syrian Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Syrian Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Table

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H 20 in Dm 16.5 in

Syrian Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Table

Located in Dallas, TX

Excellent quality Syrian mahogany side table with circular top having intricate mother-of-pearl inlays above an open-work pedestal base with additional inlays and splayed feet, ci...

Category

Mid-20th Century Syrian Side Tables

Materials

Mahogany, Mother-of-Pearl

Pair of Syrian Hexagonal End Tables

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H 21 in W 16.5 in D 16.5 in

Pair of Syrian Hexagonal End Tables

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Pair of Syrian hexagonal end tables with intricate symbolic and geometric marquetry tops that feature inlays of bone, mother of pearl and exotic woods.

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20th Century Syrian Anglo-Indian End Tables

Pair of Syrian Side Tables in Fruitwood

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H 19.75 in W 15.5 in D 15.5 in

Pair of Syrian Side Tables in Fruitwood

Located in Austin, TX

Charming pair of Syrian side tables in fruitwood with lemonwood and ebony marquetry top.

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Early 20th Century Syrian Side Tables

Materials

Fruitwood

Syrian inlaid mid Century side table, bone mother of pearl

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H 20 in Dm 21 in

Syrian inlaid mid Century side table, bone mother of pearl

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Nice side Syrian table.

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Vintage 1950s Syrian Tables

Materials

Wood, Bone, Mother-of-Pearl

Pair of Syrian Inlaid Tables or Stands

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H 21.5 in W 14.5 in D 14.5 in

Pair of Syrian Inlaid Tables or Stands

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Lofty pair of antique Syrian octagon end tables or stands elaborately decorated with inlaid mother of pearl.

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Early 20th Century Syrian Moorish Side Tables

Pair of Inlaid Syrian Tables C. 1900

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H 23 in Dm 14 in

Pair of Inlaid Syrian Tables C. 1900

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of handsome Syrian mother of pearl inlaid side tables. They would be great sofa side tables.

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Early 20th Century Syrian Side Tables

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Early 20th Century Syrian Moorish Stool Table

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H 20 in W 15 in D 15 in

Early 20th Century Syrian Moorish Stool Table

Located in London, GB

Early 20th Century Syrian Moorish Stool Table A well-used exampled of an early 20th Century Syrian Moorish stool/side table.

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Early 20th Century Syrian Early Victorian Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Pair of Syrian Inlaid One-Drawer Tables

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Pair of Syrian Inlaid One-Drawer Tables

Located in Palm Beach, FL

A pair of one-drawer tables, with well developed cabriole legs and intricate inlay in the Syrian manner fabricated with of exotic wood and bone.

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Vintage 1960s Syrian End Tables

Vintage Hand Carved Inlaid Mother of Pearl Side Tables, 20th Century

$2,750 / set

H 21 in W 17.5 in D 17.5 in

Vintage Hand Carved Inlaid Mother of Pearl Side Tables, 20th Century

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair of intricately carved & inlaid mother of pearl side tables. Beautifully detailed on top, bottom & all sides make this pair a real standout in any setting. Very superb qu...

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20th Century Spanish Moorish Side Tables

Materials

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Anglo Indian Side Table c. 1900

$655

H 25.99 in W 29.53 in D 19.3 in

Anglo Indian Side Table c. 1900

Located in Warminster, GB

A chip-carved mahogany lamp or side table, c. 1900. Stock ref. #3170 In good sturdy order with light cosmetic wear. H: 66 x W: 75 x D: 49 cm (H: 26.0 x W: 29.5 x D: 19.3 ") Top m...

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Antique Early 1900s Indian British Colonial Side Tables

Materials

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A rare late nineteenth century Ottoman table with octagonal top

$2,391

H 20.87 in W 15.75 in D 15.75 in

A rare late nineteenth century Ottoman table with octagonal top

Located in London, England

A rare Ottoman table with octagonal top richly decorated with a central circular panel featuring intricate geometric tessellation. Ottoman, Early Twentieth Century H 53 x W 40 x D...

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Antique Late 19th Century Egyptian Side Tables

Materials

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Antique Middle Eastern Arabesque Style Mother of Pearl Inlaid Table

$3,650

H 26.38 in Dm 24 in

Antique Middle Eastern Arabesque Style Mother of Pearl Inlaid Table

Located in Houston, TX

Antique Middle Eastern, Moroccan or Moorish Arabesque style octagonal side table. This beautiful table has a great pattern with alternating intricately inlaid mixed woods and mother-...

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Vintage 1920s Moroccan Anglo-Indian Side Tables

Materials

Wood

Beautiful Moorish Damascus or Asian Inlaid Inlay Wood Box Storage Chest Trunk

$1,450

H 15 in W 24.5 in D 13 in

Beautiful Moorish Damascus or Asian Inlaid Inlay Wood Box Storage Chest Trunk

Located in Studio City, CA

Stunning mosaic, geometric design, and gorgeous craftsmanship. This work is made of beautiful dark wood and shell and/or bone inlay. The iron handles are also a nice touch. A genuine...

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20th Century Asian Moorish Decorative Boxes

Materials

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19th Century Antique Hand-Crafted Anglo Indian Bone Inlay Side Table

$3,142

H 22.05 in Dm 14.18 in

19th Century Antique Hand-Crafted Anglo Indian Bone Inlay Side Table

Located in Reading, Berkshire

A Stunning Antique 19th Century Hand-Crafted Anglo Indian Octagonal Pedestal Table With Repetitive Geometric Bone Inlay Parquetry. An exceptional antique Moorish-inspired hexagonal ...

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Antique 19th Century Anglo-Indian Side Tables

Materials

Bone, Wood

19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Side Table

$1,200

H 20.5 in W 13.5 in D 13.5 in

19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Side Table

Located in Winter Park, FL

A 19th century English Aesthetic Movement side table made of oak with decorative stick and ball design. Square wood body with curved and rounded bentwood trim and brass accents. Stur...

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Antique 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Indian Circa 1900 Wood Trunk with Mother-of-Pearl Geometric Inlay

$1,500

H 12.5 in W 26.25 in D 13.25 in

Indian Circa 1900 Wood Trunk with Mother-of-Pearl Geometric Inlay

Located in Yonkers, NY

An Indian wood storage trunk from circa 1900, richly decorated across the front with extensive mother-of-pearl inlay arranged in intricate geometric and radiating motifs. The chest c...

Category

Early 20th Century Indian Folk Art Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Iron

A Pair Of English Regency Style Brass Inlaid Rosewood Side Tables

$4,200 / set

H 28.25 in W 26 in D 21 in

A Pair Of English Regency Style Brass Inlaid Rosewood Side Tables

Located in Bradenton, FL

Stunning pair of English Regency Brass Inlaid Rosewood Side Tables, made from deeply grained rosewood, a highly prized hardwood known for its deep, rich reddish-brown color. The pede...

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Antique 19th Century English Regency Side Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Pair of Levantine Mother of Pearl and Bone Inlaid Side Tables

$5,000 / set

H 27.75 in W 17.25 in D 17.25 in

Pair of Levantine Mother of Pearl and Bone Inlaid Side Tables

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

Pair of Levantine mother of pearl and bone inlaid octagonal side tables. With octagonal tops with mother of pearl and bone inlay, sides with bone and mother of pearl inlay, resting o...

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Early 2000s Moorish Side Tables

Materials

Bone, Mother-of-Pearl, Wood, Lacquer

Large 19th-Century Ottoman Levantine Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Dowry Chest

$19,500

H 41.5 in W 57 in D 21.25 in

Large 19th-Century Ottoman Levantine Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Dowry Chest

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

An exceptional and unusually large Ottoman Levantine bridal or dowry chest, dating to circa 1850 or earlier and attributed to Syria or Lebanon. Constructed of richly patinated wood, ...

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Antique 19th Century Lebanese Moorish Blanket Chests

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Antique Anglo Indian Inlaid Stand or Table

$3,850

H 22 in W 22 in D 22 in

Antique Anglo Indian Inlaid Stand or Table

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Standout antique Anglo Indian stand crafted in teak in an octagon form having a top with inlaid brass, center medallion and honeycomb open fretwork on a base with honeycomb arches.

Category

Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Side Tables

Materials

Teak

Pair of Side Tables, Round Bed Side Tables with Mother of Pearl Inlay in Wood

$8,572 / set

H 18 in W 16 in D 16 in

Pair of Side Tables, Round Bed Side Tables with Mother of Pearl Inlay in Wood

By Stephanie Odegard Collection

Located in New York, NY

Pair of side tables, Mihrab bed side tables with Mother of Pearl Inlay in Wood is inspired by the Mihrab element of Indian architecture, this simple design from Stephane Odegard's Ud...

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2010s Indian Victorian Side Tables

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Antique Moroccan Inlaid Table with Tray Top

$4,400

H 18 in Dm 35 in L 18 in

Antique Moroccan Inlaid Table with Tray Top

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Impressive antique Moroccan table crafted in mahogany featuring a removable silvered brass tray hand hammered in symbolic and floral designs, a base with twelve sides having inlaid a...

Category

20th Century Moroccan Moorish Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Pair of Topino Style Night Stands or Side Tables, Late 19th Century French

$4,200 / set

H 32 in W 21 in D 14.75 in

Pair of Topino Style Night Stands or Side Tables, Late 19th Century French

Located in El Monte, CA

This pair of exquisite Topino style transitional night stands or side stables is a magnificent example of fine marquetry work. As is typical of the style, this pair features straight...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Side Tables

Materials

Marble

Anglo-Indian side table, c. 1900

$2,044

H 23.63 in Dm 17.72 in

Anglo-Indian side table, c. 1900

Located in MILL, NL

Anglo-Indian side table / coffee table Beautifully crafted from hardwood. Top inlaid with wenge wood. Very solid and sturdy. Only slight signs of wear consistent with its age. Dime...

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Antique Early 1900s Side Tables

Materials

Hardwood, Wenge

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Located in Palermo, IT

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Located in Debenham, Suffolk

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Located in Port Jervis, NY

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Syrian Table Tables For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of Syrian table tables available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct Syrian table tables — often made from wood, shell and mother-of-pearl — can elevate any home. Syrian table tables have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Syrian table tables bearing Victorian or Art Deco hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Many Syrian table tables are appealing in their simplicity, but Liberty of London and Brasscrafter Co. produced popular Syrian table tables that are worth a look.

How Much are Syrian Table Tables?

Syrian table tables can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $3,335, while the lowest priced sells for $395 and the highest can go for as much as $36,500.

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 Syrian Table Tables

What is the difference between an accent table and an end table?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
The difference between an accent table and an end table comes down to how you use them. Accent tables function primarily as decorations and may be placed almost anywhere in a room. The purpose of an end table is to provide storage space next to a sofa or loveseat. Most people use them in pairs, with one placed on either side of the focal furnishing in a seating area. Find a large collection of accent tables and end tables on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between a drawing table and a drafting table?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
The main difference between a drawing table and a drafting table is adjustability. Typically, drawing table writing surfaces are stationary, while most drafting tables can be tilted and moved up and down. However, some people use the terms drawing and drafting table interchangeably to describe any table with a tilted writing surface. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of drafting tables.
What is the difference between a coffee table and a cocktail table?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
While both pieces are relatively new to the furniture world, the main difference between them are their shapes. A cocktail table is generally square or rectangular in shape, while a coffee table tends to be oval or circular in shape. You can shop a collection of furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between a sofa table and a coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
The difference between a sofa table and a coffee table is that a sofa table is always behind the sofa and a coffee table is in front of it. Additionally, a sofa table is the same height as the sofa and a coffee table is much shorter.
What is the difference between a billiard table and a pool table?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
The difference between a billiard table and a pool table is primarily the size. The basic dimensions of a billiard table are usually 10’ by 5’, whereas a pool table is a relatively smaller structure, as they’re usually 3.5’ by 7’. An additional way that these tables differ from each other is the absence of pockets on the billiard table. Shop a range of billiard and pool tables on 1stDibs.
What is the difference between a bistro table and a pub table?
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1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
The main difference between a bistro table and a pub table is the size. A bistro table is usually around 28 to 36 inches tall, so you can sit at it with a standard dining chair. Often, people pair bistro chairs with bistro tables. A pub table is taller at around 40 to 44 inches and requires a pub-height chair or stool for comfortable seating. Find a variety of pub and bistro tables on 1stDibs.
Is there a difference between an end table and a side table?
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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 buffet table and a console table?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
The difference between a buffet table and a console table comes down to size and storage features. Console tables are usually less deep than buffet tables, so they take up less space behind sofas and along walls. In addition, consoles are less likely to have cabinets and drawers than buffet tables, which are designed to store dinnerware and serveware in dining rooms. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of buffets and console tables.
What is the difference between a center table and a coffee table?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
The difference between a center table and a coffee table is usually size. Center tables tend to be larger-sized accent tables placed in the center of seating areas. On the other hand, coffee tables are smaller tables usually positioned in front of sofas and loveseats. On 1stDibs, find a variety of center tables and coffee tables.
What is the difference between a snooker table and a pool table?
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The difference between a snooker table and a pool table comes down to dimensions. Generally, a snooker table is larger than a pool table, also called a billiards table. The increased size is due to the fact that a snooker game typically uses a total of 21 balls, compared to the 9 to 15 used during a pool game. Both types of gaming tables have six pockets, but those on a snooker table are usually smaller than those on a pool table because snooker balls tend to be smaller than billiard balls. On 1stDibs, find a range of billiard and snooker tables.
Are end tables taller than coffee tables?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
Yes, end tables are generally taller than coffee tables.

The term “end table” is frequently used interchangeably with “coffee table,” and while these two furnishings have much in common, each table type offers its own distinctive benefits in your space.

Your end table is likely going to stand as tall as the arms of your sofa, and its depth will match the seating. These attributes allow for tucking the table neatly at the end of your sofa in order to provide an elevated surface between your seating and the wall. End tables are accent pieces — they’re a close cousin to side tables, but side tables, not unlike the show-stealing low-profile coffee table, are intended to be positioned prominently and have more to do with the flow and design of a room than an end table, which does a great job but does it out of the way of everything else.

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What is the difference between a coffee table and a console table?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
The difference between a coffee table and a console table is in the design. A coffee table is a low table that comes in many shapes, such as surfaces that are rectangles, squares, ovals or circles. Console tables are taller and usually have elongated shapes, such as ovals, rectangles or semicircles. Placement is another differentiator between the two types of tables. Coffee tables usually go in front of sofas and loveseats, while console tables may be placed behind a sofa or loveseat or along a wall. Find a large collection of coffee tables and console tables on 1stDibs.
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 a coffee table and a cocktail table?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
"Coffee table" and "cocktail table" are used interchangeably; cocktail table is the more traditional term, often applied to lower, more formal designs.
What is a gateleg table?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 29, 2020
First introduced in 16th century-England, a gateleg table is a popular kind of table that allowed for intimate dining. The tabletop of the gateleg table, which was initially round or oval versus the long tables and formal seating arrangements that preceded it, had a section that was fixed in place, while one or two sections of the surface were equipped with hinges. By design, a gateleg table could be extended so that more space could be allocated for work or for dining if needed. These hinged sections could be folded back into place on top of the fixed section or could easily be dropped down to hang vertically on their hinges when they weren’t in use. This function, which allowed the table’s drop leaves that weren’t in use to be pushed up against a wall, saved space in small homes because the table could be tucked away. Pivoted legs under the table — which formed a gate as they were joined at their tops and bottoms by crosspieces — supported the hinged sections.
What is a drink table?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A drink table is a small side table that’s main purpose is to provide a surface to place your drink. Drink tables are characterized by a small tabletop supported by a post and a thick base, and could come in a variety of styles from classic-chic to modern and sleek. Shop a collection of drink tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is a waterfall table?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
A waterfall table is one where the material and the appearance of the top is extended down the side. Quite often it’s extended down two ends to give the appearance of it flowing over the side. Shop a collection of waterfall tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What is a working table?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
A working table is, simply put, a table where you can work. It is equipped with drawers and holders to hold implements and materials. It can range from a simple flat surface to complex designs. On 1stDibs, you can find the perfect table for your work purposes.
What is a dumbwaiter table?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
A dumbwaiter table has two to three circular trays attached to a central column supported on a tripod base. Mostly made from mahogany, some varieties are designed with collapsible trays. On 1stDibs, you can find an antique and vintage collection of dumbwaiter tables.
What is a dough table?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
A dough table, or kneading trough, is a primitive piece of furniture used in the bread-making process. Dough tables originated in Europe and were brought to the United States by the Pennsylvania Dutch sometime in the 1700s. The table's flat lid makes for the perfect kneading surface while the inside trough is the perfect space for the dough to rise.

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Fans of the French film star may be surprised to learn that he had a flair for furniture with sleek lines and disco-era flash.

Uchronia’s Plant Stand Gives Pots a Pretty Perch with All the Trimmings

Like other pieces in the firm’s Candy Box collection, the cheerful limited-edition design showcases French craft.

The Ultimate Guide to Types of Tables for the Home

Whether you’re just moving in or ready to give your home a makeover, our guide will give you pointers on tables that are fitting for every room, nook and hallway.

Is Lionel Jadot the Willy Wonka of Upcycled Belgian Design?

From his massive collaborative workshop in a former paper factory, the designer concocts funky furniture from disused materials, as well as luxe hotel interiors like the new Mix Brussels.