Rare Italian Modern White Marble Coffee Table – Attributed to Carlo Scarpa, 1970s
A striking and highly sculptural Italian coffee table, attributed to Carlo Scarpa, dating from the 1970s.
Entirely constructed from beautiful white marble, this exceptional piece combines architectural simplicity with sophisticated geometric detailing. The substantial rectangular marble top features softly rounded edges and rests on four monumental marble legs.
The most distinctive feature is the deeply fluted, vertically grooved construction of the legs, creating a strong architectural rhythm and giving the table a remarkable sculptural presence. The contrast between the smooth, gently rounded tabletop and the highly textured legs makes this piece particularly impressive from every angle.
The natural marble displays subtle veining and tonal variations, making each surface unique. The substantial use of marble gives the table an impressive sense of permanence and weight, while the restrained geometric form reflects the sophisticated language of Italian modernist design.
The design is strongly associated with the architectural and sculptural vocabulary of Carlo Scarpa, making this an especially interesting piece for collectors of Italian modern design, architectural furniture and rare marble works.
This is much more than a functional coffee table — it is a statement piece of Italian marble craftsmanship and sculptural furniture design, equally suitable for a refined private interior or a sophisticated commercial setting.
The table would work beautifully in a modern living room, gallery, architectural office, executive study, hotel lobby, showroom, boutique, restaurant or other design-focused interior.
Details
* Designer: Attributed to Carlo Scarpa
* Period: 1970s
* Origin: Italy
* Style: Italian Modern / Mid-Century Modern / Architectural
* Material: White marble
* Shape: Rectangular
* Top: Rounded edges
* Base: Four sculptural fluted marble legs
* Condition: Very good vintage condition with tiny signs of age and use consistent with its history. The marble shows natural veining, tonal variations and minor vintage signs .
* Weight: Very heavy due to the solid marble construction
Dimensions
* Width: 80 cm
* Depth: 130 cm
* Height: 40 cm
* Top thickness: 3 cm
Please note: Due to the substantial solid-marble construction, this is an exceptionally heavy piece. Professional handling is recommended for transportation and installation.
A Rare Piece of Italian Design
The combination of a monolithic marble construction, rounded rectangular top and deeply sculpted fluted legs gives this table a distinctive architectural character. It is an excellent choice for collectors looking for unusual and sophisticated Italian vintage furniture.
Worldwide shipping available.
Pick-up possible from our Midagevintage showroom in Baden-Baden, Germany.
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