Burr Walnut Coffee Table, Art Deco, England, 1930s

Description

Coffee or occasional table from the early 1930s, originating from England and designed in the Art Deco style. The entire piece is finished in walnut veneer with a beautiful, distinctive grain pattern, while the tabletop features striking burr walnut veneer with a symmetrical pattern. The entire piece has a satin finish.
The geometric, modernist form with rounded corners is enhanced by contrasting black-and-white edging on the tabletop, shelves and legs. Their graphic rhythm emphasises the architectural character of the piece and gives it a distinctive decorative quality.
The asymmetrically arranged shelves create an interesting, two-tiered composition while also providing practical storage space. The solid construction ensures the table’s stability.
The combination of fine walnut, striking burr veneer, a geometric form and contrasting details creates a distinctive piece that would sit equally well in Art Deco and vintage interiors, as well as in more contemporary, eclectic settings.