I would imagine a horizontal large object like a drafting table would be less objectionable than a vertical large object like a deep cabinet between speakers.
Large Object Between Mini Monitors on Stands...
...such as a deep cabinet for electronics etc (in my own situation, a drafting table) Is this more on the order of a "deal killer" for using the speakers on stands (esp. as compared to high shelves) or more of a minor impediment to optimum performance or none at all?