Sold|$1,709
Nest of Chinese Hardwood Tables
Located in Suffolk, GB
A late 19th century set of four graduated Quartetto nest of Chinese hardwood tables. These tables are in good condition and have a good patina (color).
Hardwood
Sold|$1,950
Chinese Export Nest of Tables
Located in San Francisco, CA
19th Century Chinese Export black lacquer nesting tables. These tables feature the monagram of the original owner. They are graduated in size. The measurement listed is for the la...
Wood, Lacquer
Sold|$3,950
Chinese Export Nest of Tables
Located in San Francisco, CA
A chic set of three 19th Century lacquered and gilt side tables. China circa 1850. The tables are greaduated in size. The measurements shown are for the largest one.
Wood, Lacquer
Sold|$5,500
China-Trade Lacquer nest of tables
Located in Norwalk, CT
Fine example of a black and gold lacquer complete nest of tables
with excellent chinoiserie decoration made in Canton in the second
quarter of the 19th century
Sold|$3,761
Nest of Mid-19th Century Chinese Tables
Located in London, GB
A particularly fine late 19th century nest of three Chinese tables, of Chinese hardwood made to simulate bamboo.
Sold|$3,200
Nest of Four Chinese Export lacquered tables
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A set of 4 chinese export black lacquered and gilt decorated nesting tables with trellis shaped sides ending in gilt pawed feet circa 1830.
Sold|$1,800
Chinese Nest of Trays
Located in Essex, MA
Unique nest of 5 graduated wood and brass trays, in a custom stand. Each tray has brass-mounted corners and a central brass medallion etched with Chinese characters.
Sold|$3,400
Set of four China trade nest of tables
Located in New York, NY
Set of four China trade black lacquered and gold painted nest of tables.
Chinese Nest of 4 Black Lacquer Tables. C 1830
Located in New York, NY
Set of four Chinese black lacquer nest of tables made for the export market.
A Nest Of 4, Late 19th Century Chinese Hardwood Tables
Located in Sundridge, GB
With carved rails all round depicting flowers and birds. In very good original condition. Circa 1885
Sold|$1,504
Nest of Three Chinese Hardwood Vase Stands
Located in London, west Sussex
This lovely set of three Chinese hardwood stands, originally used for vases, are a very versatile and good looking set of nesting tables. The largest table measures 13 in - 33 cm squ...
Hardwood
Chinese Nest of 4 Black Lacquer Tables. C 1830
Located in New York, NY
Set of four Chinese black lacquer nest of tables made for the export market.
Sold|$4,200
Nest of Three Tables
Located in Wainscott, NY
3 Nesting Tables, Oriental, painted surface
nice carving detail
Wood
Sold|$4,500
19th Century Nest of a Tables
Located in San Francisco, CA
A 19th Century Nest of Tables in Lacquer and Gilt Decorated in Chinoiserie.
Sold|$1,480
Nest of Four Chinese Teakwood Tables
Located in Wilson, NC
The tops of this nest of four Chinese teakwood tables are carved with geometric and floral motifs around the top borders.
Wood
A Nest Of Seven Chinese Lacquer Stacking Tables
Located in New York, NY
A Nest Of Seven Chinese Lacquer Stacking Tables Dark brown and black decorated stacking tables with gilt foliage and fans.
Lacquer
Antique and vintage nesting tables and stacking tables first became popular in the early 1800s. With individual tables being used for afternoon tea, needlework and other activities, nesting tables were a perfect solution to clear up clutter at the end of the day.
These tables remained a staple of interiors over the decades for their versatility. In the 1920s, German-born American artist Josef Albers designed a modern version with each table a different color. At the Bauhaus, the German art and design school and chief crucible of modernism founded by architect Walter Gropius, Albers wasn’t the only designer to reinterpret the nesting table. Hungarian-born architect Marcel Breuer also introduced a model with chrome-plated tubular steel legs and lacquered plywood surfaces.
One can now find a range of gorgeous, carefully crafted designs, such as a three-level set of solid oak nesting tables, naturally oiled and finished with Calacatta marble. A game-themed set of nesting tables is a must-have for a living room or lounge, while a small office can be accented with vintage Scandinavian nesting tables made of teakwood, a sought-after material among mid-century modern designers.
Browse the unique collection of antique and vintage stacking tables and nesting tables on 1stDibs to find hundreds of options to match your office or living space.
Nesting tables are small tables graduated in size so they can be stacked one on top of the other.
English cabinet maker Thomas Sheraton is credited with publishing the first drawings of nesting tables in the early 19th century, but they may have been used as early as the mid-18th century.
Top interior designers show — and tell — us how to create delectable spaces for hosting dinner parties.
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Like other pieces in the firm’s Candy Box collection, the cheerful limited-edition design showcases French craft.
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.
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The stately piece brings both gravitas and whimsy to any work space.
Use them as tables or stools, indoors or out.