Set of 4 nesting tables in Ming style made of solid wood, vintage, around 1950.

This set of four nesting tables, crafted from solid exotic wood, likely Asian rosewood (Hongmu), with a satin-polished finish elegantly captures light. Each tabletop, framed with a rounded molding, rests on sculpted belts featuring the famous huiwen pattern, a broken line that spirals into square coils, characteristic of Far Eastern cabinetry. The square legs, finished with small recessed hooves and connected by low crossbars, provide remarkable stability and nobility of proportions. When closed, they form a small wooden sculpture that takes up almost no space. When opened, they offer four tiered surfaces to serve tea in the manner of bygone salons, accommodate a lamp near the sofa, or display plants, ceramics, and collectibles, reminiscent of how bonsais and porcelain were presented during tea ceremonies. They harmonize well with both classic interiors and contemporary, eclectic, or "Japandi" decor. International shipping is possible upon request; please contact us. For a bit of history: This huiwen pattern, also known as the "thunder pattern," is one of the oldest ornaments in China. It evokes thunder and rain, symbolizing fertility and abundance, and its continuously looping line represents the continuity of prosperity and longevity. 20th-century export workshops adopted this vocabulary to signal a connection with imperial furniture while offering its owner a message of good fortune.