Set of four Regency japanned nesting tables

Created around 1815 in England, these tables feature hand-painted chinoiserie scenes in gilt on black lacquer, depicting exquisite Far Eastern landscapes, pagodas, and figures. The nesting design was both practical and fashionable, allowing for space-saving storage while providing multiple surfaces for tea service or display during social gatherings. These elegant tables are highly prized by collectors of Regency furniture, chinoiserie enthusiasts, and interior designers seeking authentic period pieces. Their compact nesting feature makes them practical for modern living spaces, while the intricate hand-painted decoration with three different scenes per table and distinctive ring-turned legs showcase exceptional craftsmanship. Collectors value these pieces for their historical significance in documenting the cultural exchange between East and West during the height of the British Empire, and their rarity as complete sets of four tables in fair condition.