Rococo was an aesthetic movement in the fine and decorative arts in the 18th century that found its inspiration in nature and fostered an overall lightness and delicacy of form, construction and ornament in interior design. Rococo furniture, while greatly influenced by trends in Italy and Germany, is often called Louis XV style — the movement having reached its best expression during that sybaritic French king’s reign.
The term “rococo” is thought to be a portmanteau of the French words rocaille and coquilles — “rock” and “shells” — organic motifs frequently used in architecture and design of the style.
When it comes to authentic Rococo furniture's characteristics, it is above all sensuous and social. The furniture of earlier eras in Europe had been heavy in every sense; the Rococo period saw the appearance of light-framed upholstered armchairs, side chairs and occasional tables that could easily be moved to form conversational circles.
The signal detail of Rococo furniture design is the gently curved cabriole, or S-shaped chair-, table-, and cabinet-leg. It imitates the bend of a tree limb or a flower stem. In a further reference to nature, furnishings were often asymmetrical and painted white, or in soft, pastel shades. Rococo has become a timeless style, and as the furniture pieces presented on 1stDibs demonstrate, its playful, sculptural forms can provide visual excitement to contemporary, clean-lined spaces.
Antique Burr Walnut nest 3 tables, French cabriole legs
Located in Dereham, GB
Antique Burr Walnut & carved nest 3 tables, with French cabriole shaped legs, circa 1930s, Burr walnut veneer on tops, Carved decoration around tops, Carved detail on front of smal...
Walnut
$1,384 / set
H 22.45 in W 22.05 in D 15.85 in
Bevan Funnell Burr / Burl Oak Nest of Tables Absolutely Stunning
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Wimbledon-Furniture Wimbledon-Furniture is delighted to offer for sale this stunning brand new Bevan Funnell burr oak nest of tables These are...
Oak
Antique French Inlaid Nest of Tables
Located in London, GB
A stunning antique French inlaid nest of tables. This was made in France, it dates from around the 1930’s. The quality is fantastic, this is beautifully made with gorgeous inlays on...
Brass, Ormolu
1920's Art Deco Figured Walnut Nest of Tables
Located in London, GB
A superb original Art Deco period figured walnut nest of tables, these were made in England and date from around the 1920-30’s. They are of amazing quality and have a very stylish d...
Walnut
Antique French Gilt Wood Marble Top Nest of Tables
Located in London, GB
A beautiful antique French gilt wood marble top nest of tables, dating from around the 1930’s. They have a stunning design, the gilt frames are made from solid wood with ornate gess...
Marble
$2,600 / set
H 21.25 in W 25.19 in D 17.32 in
20th Century Nest of 3 Marquetry Side Tables with Cabriole Shaped Legs
Located in Miami, FL
This stylish nest of 3 marquetry side tables feature slender cabriole shaped legs and bronze finish.
Wood
$762 / set
H 22.84 in W 22.05 in D 15.36 in
1920's ART DECO BURR WALNUT NEST OF THREE TABLES QUEEN ANNE LEGS
Located in Pulborough, GB
Antiques of London We are delighted to offer for sale this Beautiful 1920s Art Deco Burr Walnut Nest of Tables. Please carefully examine the pictures to see the condition before ...
Walnut
$2,600 / set
H 22.63 in W 22 in D 14.17 in
20th Century Nest of 3 Giltwood and Carved Side Tables with Cabriole Shaped Legs
Located in Miami, FL
This stylish nest of 3 giltwood side tables feature slender cabriole shaped legs and handmade green paintings. Measures: Depth 14.17in, width 21.65in, height 22.83in Depth 12.59i...
Wood
$901 / set
H 21.86 in W 18.71 in D 13.98 in
1920's ART DECO BURR WALNUT NEST OF THREE TABLE QUEEN ANNE LEGS
Located in Pulborough, GB
Antiques of London We are delighted to offer for sale This stunning 1920s Art Deco Burr Walnut Nest of Three Tables. A striking example of the era’s bold design aesthetic, combi...
Walnut
$893 / set
H 22.45 in W 22.84 in D 17.33 in
Antique Burr Walnut Serpentine Nest of 3 Stacking Tables with Claw and Ball Feet
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Here we have for sale a lovely burr walnut serpentine nest of 3 stacking tables with glass tops standing on claw and ball feet and heavily carved de...
Glass, Walnut
Outstanding quality antique walnut nest of three tables
Located in Ipswich, GB
Outstanding quality antique walnut nest of three tables, having outstanding quality walnut rectangular shaped tops with a carved border surrounding a glass top, standing on carved so...
Glass, Walnut
Gorgeous Brown Hardwood Nest of Tables on Fluted Legs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this gorgeous mahogany brown nest of tables standing on beautiful fluted legs. These tables are not only very versatile but also very pretty pie...
Hardwood
Set of 19th Century Teak and Burr Walnut Nest of Tables
Located in Martlesham, GB
A set of 19th century Anglo-Indian nest of five tables, the burr walnut tops with a thumb moulded edge, with a teak base with fretwork panels to the sides supported on square taperin...
Teak, Walnut
Venetian Rococo Style Nesting Tables, 3
Located in Astoria, NY
Set of Venetian Rococo Style gold and white painted nesting tables, three, shaped rectangular tops with gold decoration and borders above gilded cabriole legs on modified volute feet...
Wood
Gilded Nesting Wooden Tables, Set of Three
Located in High Point, NC
A set of three gilded nesting wooden tables from Italy, circa 1960. A rococo silhouette features cabriole legs and an upturned, scalloped table profile. Green highlights in a rich op...
Hardwood, Giltwood, Paint
Sold
H 22.45 in W 16.15 in D 14.57 in
Spectacular Three-Piece Set of French Stone Inlay Nesting Tables
Located in Den Haag, NL
Three spectacular French stone inlay nesting tables. I have recently removed the old discolored finish and given it a brand new clear cote so now it's nice and clear again. Love this...
Onyx