Dining table
This rare round dining table, of unknown designer, was likely produced in Sweden during the 1940s. It exemplifies a distinctive blend of Scandinavian modernist restraint and material sophistication characteristic of the mid-century period. The tabletop is composed of polished white Carrara marble, featuring subtle grey veining, and is set within a thick circular brass frame. The brass has developed a natural patina over time, contributing visual depth and historical texture that enhance the sculptural presence of the piece.
Structurally, the table is supported by a single central cylindrical brass column, which is anchored to a heavy circular brass base. This base is accented with four flat extensions that serve both to stabilize the table and to evoke early modernist industrial design principles. The overall profile is compact and geometric, emphasizing the contrast between the cool hardness of the marble surface and the warm, oxidized sheen of the aged brass.
Although the designer is unidentified, the craftsmanship and choice of high-quality materials suggest a level of production consistent with Swedish custom furniture makers and architectural commissions from the 1930s and 1940s. The inclusion of Carrara marble, often reserved for prestigious interiors or public spaces in Scandinavian design of that era, underscores the rarity and bespoke nature of the table.
The table is in good vintage condition, showing signs of age and oxidation on the brass surfaces, including scattered spots and areas of tarnish. These have been preserved without treatment to maintain the original finish. The marble top remains intact and smooth, free from visible cracks or structural damage.
The dimensions are 91 cm in diameter and 70.5 cm in height, approximately 35.8 inches in diameter and 27.8 inches in height.
Dimensions (cm) | H: 70.5 / ⌀: 91 |
Decade | 1940s |
Country | Sweden |
Style | Scandinavian Modern |
Material | Brass, Marble |
Designed in | 1940s |
Item Number | 128770 |