Side table

This rare side or tray table, of unknown design and produced in Sweden, exemplifies the refined material contrasts and functional elegance characteristic of Scandinavian mid-century design. The table features a slender brass frame constructed with clean, rectilinear lines. The brass, aged to a soft golden patina, provides both structural support and a visually warm foundation for the table’s standout feature—a removable blue glass tray top.

The glass surface is rendered in a vibrant cobalt hue and finished with a hammered texture, producing an effect reminiscent of gently disturbed water. This textured surface interacts with ambient light, creating subtle reflections and visual depth that change with the viewing angle. The tray’s removable design enhances its utility, allowing the piece to function dually as a decorative display platform and a portable serving surface.

Integrated handles are formed from the continuation of the brass frame, offering a minimal and elegant solution that maintains the purity of the overall form. The tray rests securely within the frame while remaining easily detachable, reinforcing the table’s flexibility in both formal and casual settings.

Produced in Sweden during the mid-20th century, the table reflects the design ethos of the period, where clarity of form, high-quality materials, and understated innovation were paramount. The use of colored glass in combination with brass suggests influence from both Swedish decorative traditions and broader European modernist tendencies.

In excellent vintage condition, the table retains the integrity of its original components. The brass shows minor signs of age with light patina, enhancing its authenticity, while the blue glass is well-preserved, free from chips or cracks. This piece is both a functional object and a visual focal point, encapsulating the restrained inventiveness of Swedish mid-century craftsmanship.