Roger Sprunger coffee table

This rare coffee table was designed by Roger Sprunger and produced by Dunbar in the United States during the 1970s. The table is composed of a sculptural base in chromed steel that supports its original round glass top. The chromed frame is constructed in a fluid, looping form, creating an interplay of curves and reflective surfaces that anchor the transparent glass above.

The design highlights the period’s experimentation with modern materials and emphasis on bold, architectural forms within furniture. Sprunger, who worked as a principal designer at Dunbar, introduced sculptural elements into functional pieces, aligning with the company’s reputation for high-quality craftsmanship and innovation in American mid century design.

The glass top is original to the piece and shows minor scratches consistent with use and age, while the chromed steel frame retains its reflective surface with small signs of wear. Overall, the table remains in good vintage condition, with patina that reflects its history.

As a work of American mid century modernism, the table illustrates the shift of the 1970s toward expressive, material-driven design. Its combination of glass and steel exemplifies the interest in contrasts between transparency and solidity, lightness and structure.

Diameter 110 cm (43.3 in), height 42.5 cm (16.7 in)