This solid wood coffee table, in a light wood shade, instantly creates a simple and warm country atmosphere. Distressed, it captivates with its solid material and clean design, enhanced by sanding that reveals the wood grain. In a living room, it easily accommodates art books, a coffee cup, or an afternoon snack tray, while remaining at the ideal height in front of a sofa. Its natural look pairs well with vintage linens, linen seating, or a few ceramics in soft tones. Placed on a textured rug, it holds a stack of beautiful books and a low vase for a simple and refined setting.
Length: 49 cm
Width: 98 cm
Height: 51 cm
A brief history of the coffee table
Unlike dining tables, the coffee table only truly appeared at the beginning of the 20th century with the evolution of living rooms towards more comfort and relaxation. Its structure, deliberately low to align with the seat of armchairs, is inspired by oriental tea tables and 19th-century coffee stands. Called a "living room table" or "cocktail table", it is defined by its generous top supported by a short and sturdy base.
