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Description

A nest of square 1930s tables in walnut. Rather than slide into each other, this set slot over each over.

All our furniture is professionally polished and restored where necessary.

Table one.

Height: 51cm

Width: 38cm

Depth: 38cm

Table Two

Height: 48cm

Width: 33.5cm

Depth: 33.5cm

Table Three

Height: 46cm

Width: 29cm

Depth: 29cm

Date of Manufacture

Poirot Art Deco has dated this Vintage Wooden Nest of Tables to the 1930s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

51cm (20.08")

Width

38cm (14.96")

Depth

38cm (14.96")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA823881

Dealers Internal Reference

PAD0800

Dealers Notes

Please note all items are subject to delivery and shipping costs and will need to be quoted for on an individual basis.

Description

A nest of square 1930s tables in walnut. Rather than slide into each other, this set slot over each over.

All our furniture is professionally polished and restored where necessary.

Table one.

Height: 51cm

Width: 38cm

Depth: 38cm

Table Two

Height: 48cm

Width: 33.5cm

Depth: 33.5cm

Table Three

Height: 46cm

Width: 29cm

Depth: 29cm

Date of Manufacture

Poirot Art Deco has dated this Vintage Wooden Nest of Tables to the 1930s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

51cm (20.08")

Width

38cm (14.96")

Depth

38cm (14.96")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA823881

Dealers Internal Ref

PAD0800

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Hampshire
United Kingdom

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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectOccasional Tables
Period1920 - 1940
StyleArt Deco Glamour
MaterialMahogany, Hardwood
ColourWarm Brown
MotifsRectangular tops, Square section legs, Stretcher bases
SizeH 51 cm (20 in) x W 38 cm (15 in) x D 38 cm (15 in)

FAQs

The nest of tables, comprising multiple progressively smaller tables that fit beneath one another, gained popularity during the Victorian era and evolved through the early 20th century to maximise space in smaller living areas.

These tables are traditionally constructed from solid hardwoods or veneered timbers such as mahogany, walnut, or oak, utilising traditional joinery techniques like mortise and tenon joints to ensure stability while maintaining a lightweight frame.

Authenticity can be determined by examining the timber grain, construction joints, finishing methods such as shellac or wax polish, and signs of genuine age-related oxidisation and wear on the feet and undersides.

Nesting tables offer versatile styling options; they can be clustered together as a multi-level surface or separated around a room to provide functional temporary surfaces beside seating areas.

Preservation involves keeping wooden furniture away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent timber warping or fading, cleaning only with a soft dry cloth, and occasionally applying appropriate beeswax to maintain the finish.