Ming Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

MING STYLE

In what’s considered a golden age of Chinese furniture, Ming dynasty artisans produced expertly made designs that married elegance and function. Ming furniture was versatile, such as tables that doubled as writing desks and dining spaces. But it was also beautiful, enhancing a room with clean lines, soft curves and sophisticated decoration.

Dating from 1368 to 1644, the Ming dynasty was a vibrant time for international trade and culture. Especially for scholars and the wealthy, there was an emphasis on a home’s design to promote a good life. From large wardrobes to angular sofas, Ming-style furniture was defined by its joinery, which, instead of nails, involved meticulously designed interlocking elements of wood. This material was carefully selected and positioned to make the grain part of the design. The slow-growing huanghuali, a yellowish rosewood, was particularly valued for its bright color.

Although ornamentation was minimal, Ming dynasty furniture often featured carved or painted details of flowers, insects, dragons, fruits and other motifs. Chairs crafted for scholars could include calligraphic brush writing. As overseas trade expanded, techniques from the West, like cloisonné enamel painting, adorned table screens and other pieces.

Ming furniture influenced styles abroad such as Queen Anne in England and Hollywood Regency in the United States. The curved shape of Ming armchairs had a profound impact on legendary Scandinavian modernist furniture designer Hans Wegner. The Danish cabinetmaker shared the Ming artisans’ interest in creating streamlined, functional furnishings, and his China chair, Round chair and Wishbone chair are inspired by Ming dynasty seating. Today, the Ming-style horseshoe chair is a graceful and sought-after type of seat, and contemporary Chinese designers such as Jerry Chen and Gan Erke are also drawing on this heritage for a new era of style.

Find a collection of Ming cabinets, decorative objects, lounge chairs and other furniture on 1stDibs.

Style: Ming

Chinese Nesting Tables Set of 4 Ming Hua Li Wood

$1,760Sale Price / set|20% Off

Chinese Nesting Tables Set of 4 Ming Hua Li Wood

Located in Somis, CA

Our Chinese nesting tables are very elegant and versatile. Each and every table is a complete piece on its own, unlike most other sets with one of the stretchers removed to accommodate "nesting". The tables are made of solid Hua Li wood, a close relative to the revered Huang Hua Li...

Category

20th Century Chinese Ming Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Wood

Vintage Rosewood Ming Style Nesting Tables, Set of Four, Ca. 1970s

$1,250 / set

Vintage Rosewood Ming Style Nesting Tables, Set of Four, Ca. 1970s

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Set of four vintage rosewood Ming style nesting tables. A very simple and elegant design.

Category

20th Century Chinese Ming Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Nest of Four circa 1900 Chinese Chinoiserie Lacqurered Tables Hand Painted

$1,166 / set

H 27.17 in W 21.26 in D 12.21 in

Nest of Four circa 1900 Chinese Chinoiserie Lacqurered Tables Hand Painted

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely nest of four original Chinese Chinoiserie black lacquered tables A good looking, d...

Category

Early 1900s Chinese Antique Ming Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Wood

Set of Four Chinese Hardwood Nesting Tables

$1,065 / set

H 26 in W 20 in D 14 in

Set of Four Chinese Hardwood Nesting Tables

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Set of Four Chinese Hardwood nesting tables The largest 20" wide by 14" deep by 26" tall. The smallest 12 1/2" wide by 8" deep by 14"tall.Nice carving good condition with age appropr...

Category

20th Century Chinese Ming Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Chinese Rosewood Set of 4 Nesting Tables with Carved Frieze Decoration

$1,850 / set

H 28 in W 19.75 in D 14 in

Chinese Rosewood Set of 4 Nesting Tables with Carved Frieze Decoration

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Chinese Rosewood set of 4 nesting tables with carved Frieze Decoration. The largest is 14" deep by 19.75" wide by 28" tall. The smallest is 8.5" deep ...

Category

Early 20th Century Hong Kong Ming Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Set of 3 Nesting Tables

$1,350 / item

H 26 in W 14 in D 20 in

Set of 3 Nesting Tables

Located in Annville, PA

The Set of 3 Nesting Tables from Niagara Furniture features three tables, all with attractive inlaid mahogany tops. Supported on hand carved, solid mahogany legs which are turned to ...

Category

2010s Ming Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage 1970s set of 3 Nesting / Stacking Oak Tables, style of Henning Kjærnulf

$1,480

H 20.08 in W 22.05 in D 16.15 in

Vintage 1970s set of 3 Nesting / Stacking Oak Tables, style of Henning Kjærnulf

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Store Heddinge, DK

Presenting a rare and complete set of three solid oak nesting tables, each bearing the unmistakable stylistic imprint of Danish designer Henning Kjærnulf. In remarkable condition, th...

Category

1970s Danish Vintage Ming Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Oak

Set of Three Antique Chinese Lacquered Nesting Tables

$1,637

H 19.3 in W 19.49 in D 14.97 in

Set of Three Antique Chinese Lacquered Nesting Tables

Located in BÉTERA, ES

Set of three antique Chinese nesting tables, crafted in wood and finished in traditional black lacquer. Each tabletop is decorated with ...

Category

1950s Chinese Vintage Ming Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Hardwood, Lacquer

2 Chinese Chinoiserie Nesting Tables Carved Wood Gold Eash

$155Sale Price / set|68% Off

H 17 in W 12 in D 12 in

2 Chinese Chinoiserie Nesting Tables Carved Wood Gold Eash

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Two antique Chinese Nesting tables of stands. Hardwood carving tops and sides with gold bronze wash.. Protected with glass.

Category

1950s Chinese Vintage Ming Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Wood

Danish Brutalist Oak Nesting Tables in Kjærnulf style, 1970s. Set of 3.

$771 / set

H 19.49 in W 21.66 in D 13.78 in

Danish Brutalist Oak Nesting Tables in Kjærnulf style, 1970s. Set of 3.

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Asaa, DK

Danish Brutalist Oak Nesting Tables in Kjærnulf style, 1970s. Set of 3. Set of three nesting or stacking tables in solid Nordic white oak. Made in Denmark in the 1970s in the style ...

Category

1970s Danish Vintage Ming Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Oak

Émile Gallé Set of Four Nesting Tables

$15,000

H 28 in W 23.5 in D 12 in

Émile Gallé Set of Four Nesting Tables

By Émile Gallé

Located in New York, NY

These four nesting tables by Émile Gallé exemplify the artist’s poetic sensitivity to nature and his virtuosity in marquetry. Each tabletop presents a distinct inlaid composition of ...

Category

Early 20th Century French Ming Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Fruitwood, Walnut

Antique Rosewood Chinese Nesting Tables set of 4

$1,995

H 28 in W 20 in D 14 in

Antique Rosewood Chinese Nesting Tables set of 4

Located in Malibu, CA

A set of four Chinese hand‑carved rosewood nesting tables, each crafted with a shapely hand carved apron && is supported by slender legs joined with traditional stretchers. T...

Category

Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Ming Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Rosewood

Circa 1890 Set of 4 Chinese Export Nesting Tables

$2,600 / set

H 28.25 in W 20 in D 14.5 in

Circa 1890 Set of 4 Chinese Export Nesting Tables

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Circa 1890 set of 4 nesting tables, Chinese export. Exceptional hardwood set with extensive bamboo motif carvings, including the bamboo frond aprons. Shaped stretchers. Gallery edge ...

Category

Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Ming Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Charred Triangular Nesting Tables, Europe ca 1970s

$1,500 / set

H 13.78 in W 19.49 in D 19.3 in

Charred Triangular Nesting Tables, Europe ca 1970s

Located in Utrecht, NL

Created with aesthetic appeal in mind, nesting tables can be organized in a variety of stylish and functional configurations. Like past European models of the mid-century era, these ...

Category

1970s European Vintage Ming Nesting Tables and Stacking Tables

Materials

Wood

Ming nesting tables and stacking tables for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Ming nesting tables and stacking tables for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 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, rosewood and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Ming nesting tables and stacking tables made in a specific country, there are Asia, China, and East Asia 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 $975 and tops out at $2,200 while the average work can sell for $1,588.