What is a tier table?

A tier table provides multiple stacked surfaces supported by uprights and legs, designed for holding small items or displaying decorative objects in reception rooms. These pieces emerged in various formats, from simple wooden tea tables to elaborate inlaid etageres with curved supports.

How do I style a tier table?

Place the table beside seating or in a corner where the stacked surfaces remain accessible from different angles. Use the lower tiers for books or small boxes while keeping the top surface clear for lamps or decorative items. The compact footprint allows these tables to fit into smaller spaces without dominating the room.

What periods do these tables come from?

The selection includes Victorian and Edwardian examples alongside late nineteenth-century French revival pieces and early twentieth-century interpretations. Maker methods and decorative motifs reflect the design preferences of these specific decades.

Are these tables sturdy?

Solid hardwood construction and properly joined tiers provide reliable stability for everyday decorative use. The outward curve of the cabriole legs distributes weight evenly across the floor.