The decadence of the Baroque style, in which ornate furnishings were layered against paneled walls, painted ceilings, stately chandeliers and, above all, gilding, expressed the power of the church and monarchy through design that celebrated excess. And its influence was omnipresent — antique Baroque furniture was created in the first design style that truly had a global impact.
Theatrical and lavish, Baroque was prevalent across Europe from the 17th to mid-18th century and spread around the world through colonialism, including in Asia, Africa and the Americas. While Baroque originated in Italy and achieved some of its most fantastic forms in the late-period Roman Baroque, it was adapted to meet the tastes and materials in each region. French Baroque furniture informed Louis XIV style and added drama to Versailles. In Spain, the Baroque movement influenced the elaborate Churrigueresque style in which architecture was dripping with ornamental details. In South German Baroque, furniture was made with bold geometric patterns.
Compared to Renaissance furniture, which was more subdued in its proportions, Baroque furniture was extravagant in all aspects, from its shape to its materials.
Allegorical and mythical figures were often sculpted in the wood, along with motifs like scrolling floral forms and acanthus leaves that gave the impression of tangles of dense foliage. Novel techniques and materials such as marquetry, gesso and lacquer — which were used with exotic woods and were employed by cabinetmakers such as André-Charles Boulle, Gerrit Jensen and James Moore — reflected the growth of international trade. Baroque furniture characteristics include a range of decorative elements — a single furnishing could feature everything from carved gilded wood to gilt bronze, lending chairs, mirrors, console tables and other pieces a sense of motion.
Find a collection of authentic antique Baroque tables, lighting, decorative objects and other furniture on 1stDibs.
Italian Florentine Neoclassical Nesting Tables in Giltwood, 1960s, Set of 3
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Italian Florentine neoclassical midcentury patinated nesting tables- set of three 1960s Lovely graphics ornate figural design scalloped trim. Original preowned unrestored...
Walnut
$1,365Sale Price / set|30% Off
Set of 3 Nesting Tables Onyx Marble Copper Frame 1950s France
Located in Poperinge, BE
Mid Century set of 3 nesting tables with onyx marble top and copper-plated metal frame, in the style of Maison Jansen, 1950s, France. Beautiful set, yellow copper frame completely i...
Onyx, Marble, Brass
Midcentury Scrolling Iron Patio Nesting Side Tables with Glass Tops, Set of 3
Located in Miami, FL
Original 1950s outdoor/patio nesting side table pair with iron scrolling base. Stylish set of three stacking tables having exaggerated curved legs with ...
Iron
$3,750 / set
H 21 in W 23.25 in D 13.75 in
Set of Three 1950s French Brass and Glass Nesting Tables with Beaded Trim
Located in Atlanta, GA
A set of three French nesting tables with glass tops and brass armature from the mid-20th century. Each of this charming set of French vintage nesting tables features a 1.75 thick gl...
Brass
Brass Nesting Tables with Mahogany Inset Tops
Located in Dallas, TX
Set of three Brass Nesting Tables with Mahogany inset tops
$9,485 / set
H 23.63 in W 13.78 in D 23.63 in
Melting Nesting Side Table Set of 3 in Shagreen Lemurian & Brass by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The melting nesting side table...
Onyx, Brass
$2,273Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 18.31 in W 20.08 in D 13 in
Set of Neoclassical Nesting Tables with Onyx Tops, French, circa 1940
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This set of 3 neoclassical nesting tables is made of brass with onyx tops. Each table very nice decorated with a stretcher on the bottom part. The onyx top of the smaller nesting table...
Onyx, Brass
$1,500 / set
H 20.75 in W 17.5 in D 12.75 in
Pair of Vintage French Gilt Metal Midcentury Nesting Tables with Glass Tops
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of vintage French gilt metal nesting tables from the mid-20th century, with glass tops, twisted design and floral motifs. Created in France during the midcentury period, each ...
Metal
$10,160 / set
H 24 in W 12.25 in D 31 in
Set of 3 Peacock Nesting Side Tables in, Shagreen, Shell & Brass by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The set of 3 peacock nesting coffee tables...
Brass
$10,160 / set
H 24 in W 12.25 in D 31 in
Set of 3 Peacock Nesting Side Tables in, Shagreen, Shell & Brass by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The set of 3 peacock nesting coffee tables...
Brass
Neoclassical Nesting Tables, France, 1950s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Set of tables in style of Jean Royere in the 1950s. The metal structure is hand gilt finished and has a gorgeous patina. The table tops are glass with a silver finish. All in good ...
Metal
Milo Baughman Style Chrome Glass Stacking/Nesting Side Tables
Located in Westport, CT
Milo Baughman style chrome glass stacking/nesting side tables, versatile design, great for serving and cluster tables.
Chrome
$3,402 / set
H 29.14 in W 22.05 in D 14.97 in
Antique Set of French Japonisme Art Nouveau Nesting Tables 1890 table side table
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Gorgeous & Rare! This set of French Art Nouveau nesting tables in Japonisme minimalist style 1890 with gorgeous inlaid wood displaying birds , butterflies & floral motives. The set...
Wood
Danish Modern Set of Rosewood Nesting Tables, 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern Set of Rosewood Nesting Tables, 1960s. Set of three Scandinavian Modern Rosewood/Palisander nesting tables with tapered legs and beautiful expressive veneer pattern. Th...
Rosewood
$1,410 / set
H 20.28 in W 23.23 in D 17.72 in
Set of 2 Mid-Century Brass and Glass Side/Nesting/Stacking Tables
Located in Vilnius, LT
Set of 2 pcs. different sizes Mid-century side tables made of brass with smoked glass tops. Measurements: 59 x 45 x H51,5 44 x 44 x H45,5 Very good vintage condition.
Brass
Set of Henry Kjærnulf Nesting Tables in Oak
Located in Valby, 84
Set of solid oak nesting tables designed by danish designer Henry Kjærnulf also known as Henning Kjærnulf. The nesting tables are very similar to the chairs designed by Henry Kjærnul...
Oak
Sold
H 26.19 in W 33.98 in D 15.95 in
19th Century Baroque Spanish Console or Side Table with Marquetry Top
Located in Miami, FL
19th century Spanish trestle table in walnut. This piece has a large scale, beautiful turned legs and a beautiful marquetry top that combines different hues of walnut color. This tab...
Walnut
A Dutch Marquetry Inlaid Baroque Style Rectangular Nesting Table
Located in New York, NY
A Dutch marquetry inlaid Baroque style rectangular nesting table with 4 square and tapered legs joined by stretcher and ball shaped feet, the top s...