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Cast Glass & Bronze Op Art 54" Dining Table CA. Studio 1980s

Offered by: Appleton

Description
A rare and visually mesmerizing Op Art table created by an unidentified Californian glass studio in the 1980s. The circular top is composed of adjoining cast glass squares in alternating teal-green and gold tones, each finished with Dutch metal leaf that lends a subtle metallic shimmer. The artist introduced a one-eighth–inch variation between the height of each square, creating a dynamic optical swirl across the surface that shifts beautifully with light and perspective.

The five-sided cast bronze pedestal base features slide-in glass panels that repeat the checkerboard pattern, integrating the design from top to base. The table’s rhythmic geometry and interplay of translucent color, reflection, and texture exemplify the innovation of late 20th-century Californian studio design—when optical art and sculptural craftsmanship converged into collectible functional works.

Originally acquired for $10,000 in the 1980s, this exceptional piece balances structural solidity with visual illusion. Both furniture and artwork, it commands attention as a centerpiece in any refined interior or modern design collection.

Provenance: Private collection; purchased in California, c.1980s.

More Information

Origin:	United States, California
Period:	1980-1999
Materials:	Cast Glass, Cast Bronze, Dutch leaf and Gold leaf
Condition:	Good. light wear
Creation Date:	C.1980s
Styles / Movements:	Studio Craft, Collectible Design, Mid Century
Incollect Reference #:	831027

Dimensions

D.	30 in;	Diam.	54 in;
D.	76.2 cm;	Diam.	137.16 cm;

Shipping Information:

15% Reshelving Charge. Ask about competitive S&H rates.

Message from Seller:

Established in 1984, Appleton offers a curated selection of 20th Century furniture, tables, chairs, and décor, featuring works by iconic designers like Frank Lloyd Wright and Edward Wormley. For inquiries, contact us at appletonarts@gmail.com.