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In European mid-century design, there are some common elements that define the continent’s furniture design of the era. Most importantly, there was an early emphasis on wood as it connected everyday objects, such as furniture to nature. This rustic, solid wood coffee table is a perfect example of this sentiment, and the visual benefits of an understated, organic design.

Mid-Century Modern represented a break with the traditional past: design-wise, furnishings were often a rejection of Victorian, Colonial, and other historical influences, especially the pseudo-historical use of ornamentation. In comparison, furniture of the 50s and 60s are generally more pared-down, smaller in scale, and uncluttered with unnecessary ornament: on this front, the movement shared qualities with the efforts of the Bauhaus designers’ vehement rejection of ornamentation. This coffee table has a strong elemental feel to it, which is a result of its thick tabletop and sturdy legs. The focus is on the material, letting the beautiful qualities of the wood stand out. The circular pattern of the wood is the result of the trunk being used without cutting it into pieces, thus showing the tree’s year rings. This elemental rusticity is the design’s main charm and also why it is certain to stand out with its hand carved edges.

This coffee table follows the fundamental mid-century modern design principles both aesthetically and technically. The simple design serves the purpose of showing the understated beauty of natural materials and their endless possibilities under the hands of an expert craftsman. The cracks and chisel marks elevate the rustic look, while the height perfectly balances out the thickness of the wood.

Condition:

In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Some scratches and marks.

Dimensions:

35.43 in ⌀ x 15.55 in H

90 cm ⌀ x 39.5 cm H