Chinoiserie Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
CHINOISERIE STYLE
Emerging in the 17th century, chinoiserie appropriated the aesthetics and imagery of popular East Asian design for European-made versions. Reflecting the exoticization of China, Japan and other countries in this era, the word directly translates from French to “Chinese-esque,” which reveals its shortcomings as a style of furniture and decor that often stereotypically and reductively mimics Asian culture rather than showcasing and paying tribute to its artistic traditions.
The enthusiastically decorative chinoiserie style was propelled by influential tastemakers including French King Louis XIV, whose Trianon de Porcelaine in 1670 was inspired by Chinese architecture. Expanded trade between the East and West led to a demand for porcelain, lacquer objects, silk and other goods, which further informed the fanciful furniture being crafted in Europe.
Artisans working in the chinoiserie style used materials and elements like pagoda shapes, bamboo, lacquer surfaces, bird and flower motifs and other interpretations of Asian design on pieces that were frequently set against vibrant wallcoverings. This whimsical approach yielded chinoiserie furniture that boasted dramatic flourishes drawing on the natural world and reflected the dominance of Rococo during the 18th century.
As chinoiserie was shaped by approximations of Asian design by European creators, it had regional variations, such as Chinese Chippendale in England where cabinets, chairs and tea tables had wooden fretwork designs and “japanned” surfaces intended to resemble lacquer work that was created in East Asia. In North America, furniture makers in Boston and New York integrated chinoiserie-painted scenes into Queen Anne furniture.
Antique chinoiserie furniture has continued to be fashionable, from its popularity with decorators of the Hollywood Regency era — James Mont, Tommi Parzinger, William Haines and Samuel Marx favored the style — to contemporary interior designers, although it brings with it a complex history.
Find a collection of chinoiserie bedroom furniture, cabinets, decorative objects and more on 1stDibs.
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Style: Chinoiserie
Vintage chinoiserie Rattan Nesting Tables, circa 1960s
Located in Miami, FL
A set of three vintage chinoiserie Rattan nesting tables. circa 1960s.
Feature a tiger bamboo and rattan frame and black laminated top with floral ...
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1960s American Vintage Chinoiserie Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Antique Chinese Style Lacquered Chinoiserie Nest of Tables
Located in London, GB
A beautiful and very well made antique Chinese style lacquered chinoiserie nest of tables. They were most likely made in England, they date from around the 1970-80’s.
The quality is...
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1970s British Vintage Chinoiserie Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
Materials
Wood
Antique Regency Chinoiserie Black Lacquered Nesting Tables with Carved Dragons
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous Chinoiserie or Regency style set of three scalloped edge nesting tables with imperial dragon feet
England, Circa mid 19th century
Black lacquered japanned hand carved wo...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Chinoiserie Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
Materials
Wood, Paint
Asian Hand Carved Nesting or Stacking Tables
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Set of four Asian carved wood nesting tables or stacking tables feature hand carved friezes with a bird and flower motif. Good condition with minor imperfections to the newly lacquer...
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Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
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Wood, Lacquer
Vtg Chinoiserie Asian Inspired Black Nesting Side Tables by Paalman - Set of 3
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Chinoiserie Asian Inspired Black Nesting Side Tables by Paalman - Set of 3. Circa Early to Mid 20th Century.
Measurements:
Large: 2...
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Early 20th Century Chinoiserie Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
Materials
Wood, Paint
Early 20th Century Chinoiserie Black Lacquered Japanned Nesting Tables, Set of 3
Located in Plainview, NY
Early 20th century chinoiserie black lacquered Japanned nesting tables, set of 3
A classy set of three early 20th century chinoiserie decorated japanned nesting tables. Each Table i...
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Early 20th Century Chinoiserie Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
Pair of Vintage Japanese Mother of Pearl Inlaid Rosewood Nesting Tables
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Vintage Japanese Mother Of Pearl Inlaid Rosewood Nesting Tables. This item includes restricted materials and can not be sold outside of the co...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Chinoiserie Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
Materials
Rosewood
Asian Hand Carved Nesting or Stacking Tables
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Set of four Asian carved wood nesting tables or stacking tables feature hand carved friezes with a bird and flower motif. Good condition wit...
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Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
Materials
Wood
Set of 4 Nesting Stacking Carved Rosewood End Side Occasional Tables Set Mint!
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Phenomenal Set of 4 Nesting Stacking Carved Rosewood End Side Occasional Tables Set Mint!
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20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
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Rosewood
Antique Nest of 3 Quality Chinoiserie Decorated Tables
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique nest of 3 quality chinoiserie decorated tables having rectangular shaped tops boasting a delightful black and gold background with quality chinoiserie decoration and a moulde...
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Early 20th Century English Chinoiserie Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
Materials
Other
Antique Rosewood and Jade Chinoiserie Nesting Tables with Diorama Tops, 4
Located in Farmington Hills, MI
We are very pleased to offer a rare, stunning set of Chinoiserie nesting tables, circa the 1920s. This set of four nesting side tables is the perfec...
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1920s Chinese Vintage Chinoiserie Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
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Jade
Set of 4 Chinese Asian Carved Nesting Tables Chinoiserie Mid-Century Modern
Located in West Hartford, CT
Set of 4 Chinese Asian Carved Nesting Tables feature hand-carved details, showcasing the artistry and craftsmanship of Chinese design. Crafted with precision and care, these nesting ...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
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Rosewood
Chinoiserie Faux Bamboo Wood Nesting Table, Set of 3
Located in New York, NY
Group of three faux bamboo wood nesting tables, each decorated with different landscape scene to top.
Dealer: S138XX.
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Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
Materials
Wood
Vintage Asian Tiger Bamboo Rattan Nesting Tables
Located in Lake Worth, FL
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Offering One Of Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A
Set of (3) Hand Pai...
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1970s Unknown Vintage Chinoiserie Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
20th Century Scandinavian Set of Nesting Tables
Located in High Point, NC
Elegant and exotic, this set of four nesting tables takes inspiration from traditional Asian furniture. Made in Scandinavia in the 20th cen...
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20th Century Scandinavian Chinoiserie Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
Materials
Wood
Carved Oriental Nest of Four Tables
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Carved oriental nest of four tables
This is a very Good-looking set of tables, with attractive carved scenes on the top and sides, all 4 table...
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Early 20th Century Chinoiserie Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
Materials
Elm
Fine Set of Five Lacquered and Hand Painted Nesting Tables, Japan, 1920
Located in Brussels, BE
A chinoiserie corner cabinet formed by five small tables and hand painted details.
Japan around 1920.
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1920s Japanese Vintage Chinoiserie Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
Materials
Wood
Nest of Three circa 1900 Chinese Chinoiserie Lacqurered Side Kidney Tables
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely nest of three original Chinese Chinoiserie black lacquered tables.
A good looking,...
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Early 1900s Chinese Antique Chinoiserie Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
Materials
Wood
Nest of Three circa 1900 Chinese Chinoiserie Lacqurered Side Tables Hand Painted
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely nest of three original Chinese Chinoiserie black lacquered tables.
A good looking,...
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Early 1900s Chinese Antique Chinoiserie Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
Materials
Wood
Chinoiserie Hand Carved Asian Wood Nesting/Stacking Tables
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Excellent set of 3 hand carved cherry nesting tables. Each table features a centered Burl Wood veneer
Additional information:
Material: Burlwood, Veneer
Color: Brown
Style: As...
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20th Century Chinoiserie Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
Materials
Burl
Set of Three Antique Victorian Vintage Chinoiserie Ebonised Nest of Side Tables
Located in Sale, GB
- A beautiful set of three chinoiserie nest of tables with carved claw feet, circa 1890.
- Intricate and delicate construction, gold leaf d...
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1890s Chinese Antique Chinoiserie Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
SUBLIME NEST OF 2 CIRCA 1880 CHiNESE CHINOISERIE LACQURERED TABLES HAND PAINTED
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this sublime nest of two original Chinese Chinoiserie black lacquered tables...
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1880s Chinese Antique Chinoiserie Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
Materials
Wood
19th Century English Red Lacquered Japanned Nesting Tables
Located in Dallas, TX
A charming set of four English red lacqured and Japanned -Chinoiserie nesting tables dating from the late 19th century. All four tables are decorated with red crackled lacquer with g...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Chinoiserie Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
Materials
Wood
Chinoiserie Hand Carved Asian Wood Nesting Tables or Stacking Tables, Set of 4
Located in Miami, FL
Asian Modern chinoiserie hand carved exotic wood set of 4 nesting tables or stacking tables.
Size of each table:
14.00 D x 20.0 L x 26 inches H.
12.25 D x 17.5 L x 22 inches H.
1...
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1960s Chinese Vintage Chinoiserie Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
Materials
Rosewood
19th Century Chinoiserie Nesting Tables
Located in Atlanta, GA
19th century Chinoiserie nesting tables, probably Chinese for the export market, circa 19th century. They retain their original overall craquelure patina.
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinoiserie Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
Materials
Wood
Chinoiserie Bamboo & Cane Nesting Tables Stacking Tables Handcrafted Set of 3
Located in Miami, FL
Asian modern chinoiserie bamboo & handwoven cane top set of 3 nesting tables or stacking tables.
Size of each table:
14.25 D x 22.25 L x 21.25 inches H.
12.25 D x 13.25 L x 17.75 ...
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1970s Chinese Vintage Chinoiserie Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
Materials
Bamboo, Cane
Antique Chinoiserie Black Lacquered Nesting Table Set with Carved Dragon Feet
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique set of lacquered nesting tables was made by Wong Kwoko Hing from Canton China in circa 1910 in the period chinoiserie style. These graduated nesting tables are construct...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
Materials
Softwood
Set of Four Japanned French Chinoiserie Style Hand Painted Nesting Tables
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Set of four hand carved Asian style nesting tables featuring an hourglass form design and exquisitely hand painted figural scenes on each tabletop. Each table has a curved spreader a...
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1920s French Vintage Chinoiserie Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
Materials
Wood
4 Vintage Chinese Carved Hardwood Rosewood Nesting Side Tables with Paw Feet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
4 vintage Chinese carved hardwood rosewood nesting side tables with paw feet. Listing includes a solid wood construction, beautiful wood grain, nicely carved details, quality America...
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Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Chinoiserie Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
Materials
Hardwood
Mid-Century Bronze Nest of Tables
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chic Mid-Century Jansen style bronze nest of tables with hand polished lacquer finish. The large table has a stick and ball gallery and all three tables wi...
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Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
Materials
Bronze
Hand Painted Asian Nesting Tables
Located in Malibu, CA
Large table; hand painted floral motif in shades of gold over cinnabar.
20"H
15"W
12.25"D
Small table
17.5"H
12.5"W
10.5"D
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20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
Materials
Hardwood, Lacquer
Set of Four Chinese Export Lacquer Nesting Tables
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fine set of four antique, ebonized Chinese export nesting tables produced in the mid-19th century. Graduated in size, each lacquered wood table is masterfully gilt-painted in tradi...
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Antique Chinoiserie Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
Chinoiserie nesting tables and stacking tables for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Chinoiserie nesting tables and stacking tables for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage nesting tables and stacking tables created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include tables, asian art and furniture and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, lacquer and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Chinoiserie nesting tables and stacking tables made in a specific country, there are Asia, East Asia, and China pieces for sale on 1stDibs. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for nesting tables and stacking tables differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $550 and tops out at $4,750 while the average work can sell for $1,635.
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