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Pair of Italian Solid Brass Side Tables with Onyx Tops, 1970s
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Description
This refined pair of Italian side tables exemplifies the sophisticated material language and architectural restraint associated with high-quality Italian production of the late 1960s–1970s. Each table is constructed with a solid brass frame, notable for its substantial weight, crisp machining, and warm, naturally aged patina. The legs are faceted and columnar in form, joined by a geometric stretcher system that provides both structural rigidity and visual balance, lending the tables an understated yet authoritative presence.
The tops are composed of natural onyx stone, arranged in a carefully executed grid of square tiles. The onyx displays a nuanced palette of soft creams, taupes, and pale gray veining, with organic linear banding that creates a subtle patchwork effect across the surface. This use of onyx—favored in Italian decorative arts for its translucency, depth, and refined surface character—adds a luxurious yet restrained counterpoint to the precision of the brass bases. The stone has been cleanly cut and set, with tight joints and a polished finish that highlights the material’s natural variation without excessive gloss.
The proportions of the tables—each measuring approximately 60 cm x 60 cm x 61 cm high—make them highly versatile as side tables, end tables, or flanking occasional tables in both residential and professional interiors. Their balanced scale and durable construction allow them to function comfortably alongside seating or as standalone sculptural elements.
Design-wise, the tables reflect a distinctly Italian synthesis of modern classicism and late modern refinement, drawing from neoclassical architectural references while maintaining the clean lines and material honesty characteristic of postwar Italian design. The combination of solid brass and onyx aligns these pieces with the era’s luxury production, often associated with bespoke or limited-run manufacture rather than mass production.
Offered as a matching pair, these tables present a cohesive and elegant solution for collectors and designers seeking authentic Italian modern pieces defined by craftsmanship, material integrity, and timeless appeal.This refined pair of Italian side tables exemplifies the sophisticated material language and architectural restraint associated with high-quality Italian production of the late 1960s–1970s. Each table is constructed with a solid brass frame, notable for its substantial weight, crisp machining, and warm, naturally aged patina. The legs are faceted and columnar in form, joined by a geometric stretcher system that provides both structural rigidity and visual balance, lending the tables an understated yet authoritative presence.
The tops are composed of natural onyx stone, arranged in a carefully executed grid of square tiles. The onyx displays a nuanced palette of soft creams, taupes, and pale gray veining, with organic linear banding that creates a subtle patchwork effect across the surface. This use of onyx—favored in Italian decorative arts for its translucency, depth, and refined surface character—adds a luxurious yet restrained counterpoint to the precision of the brass bases. The stone has been cleanly cut and set, with tight joints and a polished finish that highlights the material’s natural variation without excessive gloss.
The proportions of the tables—each measuring approximately 60 cm x 60 cm x 61 cm high—make them highly versatile as side tables, end tables, or flanking occasional tables in both residential and professional interiors. Their balanced scale and durable construction allow them to function comfortably alongside seating or as standalone sculptural elements.
Design-wise, the tables reflect a distinctly Italian synthesis of modern classicism and late modern refinement, drawing from neoclassical architectural references while maintaining the clean lines and material honesty characteristic of postwar Italian design. The combination of solid brass and onyx aligns these pieces with the era’s luxury production, often associated with bespoke or limited-run manufacture rather than mass production.
Offered as a matching pair, these tables present a cohesive and elegant solution for collectors and designers seeking authentic Italian modern pieces defined by craftsmanship, material integrity, and timeless appeal.This refined pair of Italian side tables exemplifies the sophisticated material language and architectural restraint associated with high-quality Italian production of the late 1960s–1970s. Each table is constructed with a solid brass frame, notable for its substantial weight, crisp machining, and warm, naturally aged patina. The legs are faceted and columnar in form, joined by a geometric stretcher system that provides both structural rigidity and visual balance, lending the tables an understated yet authoritative presence.
The tops are composed of natural onyx stone, arranged in a carefully executed grid of square tiles. The onyx displays a nuanced palette of soft creams, taupes, and pale gray veining, with organic linear banding that creates a subtle patchwork effect across the surface. This use of onyx—favored in Italian decorative arts for its translucency, depth, and refined surface character—adds a luxurious yet restrained counterpoint to the precision of the brass bases. The stone has been cleanly cut and set, with tight joints and a polished finish that highlights the material’s natural variation without excessive gloss.
The proportions of the tables—each measuring approximately 60 cm x 60 cm x 61 cm high—make them highly versatile as side tables, end tables, or flanking occasional tables in both residential and professional interiors. Their balanced scale and durable construction allow them to function comfortably alongside seating or as standalone sculptural elements.
Design-wise, the tables reflect a distinctly Italian synthesis of modern classicism and late modern refinement, drawing from neoclassical architectural references while maintaining the clean lines and material honesty characteristic of postwar Italian design. The combination of solid brass and onyx aligns these pieces with the era’s luxury production, often associated with bespoke or limited-run manufacture rather than mass production.
Offered as a matching pair, these tables present a cohesive and elegant solution for collectors and designers seeking authentic Italian modern pieces defined by craftsmanship, material integrity, and timeless appeal.This refined pair of Italian side tables exemplifies the sophisticated material language and architectural restraint associated with high-quality Italian production of the late 1960s–1970s. Each table is constructed with a solid brass frame, notable for its substantial weight, crisp machining, and warm, naturally aged patina. The legs are faceted and columnar in form, joined by a geometric stretcher system that provides both structural rigidity and visual balance, lending the tables an understated yet authoritative presence.
The tops are composed of natural onyx stone, arranged in a carefully executed grid of square tiles. The onyx displays a nuanced palette of soft creams, taupes, and pale gray veining, with organic linear banding that creates a subtle patchwork effect across the surface. This use of onyx—favored in Italian decorative arts for its translucency, depth, and refined surface character—adds a luxurious yet restrained counterpoint to the precision of the brass bases. The stone has been cleanly cut and set, with tight joints and a polished finish that highlights the material’s natural variation without excessive gloss.
The proportions of the tables—each measuring approximately 60 cm x 60 cm x 61 cm high—make them highly versatile as side tables, end tables, or flanking occasional tables in both residential and professional interiors. Their balanced scale and durable construction allow them to function comfortably alongside seating or as standalone sculptural elements.
Design-wise, the tables reflect a distinctly Italian synthesis of modern classicism and late modern refinement, drawing from neoclassical architectural references while maintaining the clean lines and material honesty characteristic of postwar Italian design. The combination of solid brass and onyx aligns these pieces with the era’s luxury production, often associated with bespoke or limited-run manufacture rather than mass production.
Offered as a matching pair, these tables present a cohesive and elegant solution for collectors and designers seeking authentic Italian modern pieces defined by craftsmanship, material integrity, and timeless appeal. -
More Information
Origin: Italy Period: 1950-1979 Materials: Polished solid brass Condition: Good. good vintage condition Creation Date: c.1960s/70s Number of Pieces: 2-3 Styles / Movements: Modern, Hollywood Regency, Mid Century Incollect Reference #: 845276 -
Dimensions
W. 23.62 in; H. 24.02 in; D. 23.62 in; W. 60 cm; H. 61 cm; D. 60 cm;
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