This exceptional square coffee table is attributed to Marco Zanuso on the market and perfectly embodies the clarity and architectural power of Italian Modernism. Similar examples are described as Italian mid-century tables in ash or elm wood with a grid motif and an inlaid glass top, often attributed to Zanuso and sometimes linked to Poggi .
Zanuso is regarded worldwide as one of the most important names in Italian Modernism and was known for his innovative designs in which architecture, functionality, and elegance merge. His work for brands such as Arflex, Brionvega, and Kartell grew into true design classics and is still collected internationally today.
What makes this table so striking is the beautiful interplay between warm wood and an elegant glass top , allowing the geometric grid motif to remain fully visible. The woodwork flows into one another in a playful yet architectural manner, creating a distinctly sculptural character and a strong Italian modernist feel. The solid wood structure lends the furniture a sense of calm and presence, while the glass top bestows a light, almost floating appearance.
Thanks to that combination of mass and transparency, the table feels effortlessly at home in both a sleek modern and a more eclectic interior. It is exactly the kind of piece that remains subtle, yet simultaneously helps define the space. A coffee table that not only functions, but also becomes architecture in miniature.
The table is in beautiful vintage condition , with a small repair at the bottom of one of the legs. This is barely visible and does not detract from the beautiful overall appearance or the stability of the furniture.
A rare and particularly attractive design object for lovers of Italian modernism, strong wood structures, and timeless sculptural forms.
