This contemporary coffee table combines rosewood with red and blue ceramic, accented with a touch of green, while its glass top subtly reveals the structure. The dark wood adds a warm note, and the central base, featuring ceramic at its center, creates a very contemporary graphic statement. Its circular top is equally suited to a cozy living room or an entertaining area, providing a place for art books, a candle, or a serving tray. The glass lightens the overall look and complements the wood, creating a sober and refined balance. In a contemporary interior, it pairs perfectly with a low sofa and a textured rug. As a second-hand piece, it bears the marks of its past: a few small scratches.
Height: 36 cm
Diameter: 89 cm
Central base: 65 x 65 cm
A brief history of the coffee table
Unlike dining tables, the coffee table only truly emerged at the beginning of the 20th century as living rooms evolved to become more comfortable and relaxing. Its deliberately low structure, designed to align with the seat of armchairs, draws inspiration from Oriental tea tables and 19th-century coffee stands. Referred to as a "living room table" or "cocktail table," it is defined by its generous top supported by a short, sturdy base.
