Vintage English Pair of Art Deco Brass & Glass Style Octagonal Side Tables (Circa 1970)

Object Description

This is a decorative pair of vintage English Art Deco brass style octagonal tables, constructed from aluminium, with thick glass tops, circa 1970, in good original condition.

Summary:
Item: Pair of Art Deco style brass style octagonal tables
Circa: 1970
Material: Aluminium & Glass
Provenance: England
Art Deco style
7mm thick polished edge glass tops
Box aluminium frames
Brass cross-stretcher
Highly decorative
Ideal as side / lamp tables
Original condition
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Description:
This is a decorative pair of vintage English Art Deco brass style octagonal tables, constructed from aluminium, with thick glass tops, circa 1970, in good original condition. The tops consist of 7mm thick piece of polished edge plate glass tops, set within an octagonal aluminium frame, powder painted in a brass colour finish. The Art Deco style brass style octagonal tables are solid in joint.

Ideal as a pair of lamp or side tables in either a traditional or contemporary setting. This Art Deco style coffee table would certainly grace any home and is a great investment as it is extremely functional. So don’t miss out on your chance to own a lovely piece of furniture.

Object History

History of the Brass & Glass Coffee Table:
The brass and glass coffee table, often associated with luxury and elegance, has a history rooted in early 20th-century design movements, gaining significant popularity during the Art Deco and Mid-Century Modern periods. These tables, featuring materials like polished, gilt, or patinated brass combined with clear, smoked, or tempered glass, often reflect the glamorous Hollywood Regency style.

Origins and Key Eras:
Art Deco (1920s–1940s): This era represented the peak of brass furniture, with designers using the material to create sleek, metallic shapes. Italian designers, such as Pietro Chiesa for Fontana Arte, created notable glass and brass pieces in the 1930s.

Mid-Century Modern (1950’s – 1960’s):
This period continued to embrace brass, with designers experimenting with materials and forms. French designers, including Maison Jansen, created iconic gilded brass and glass tables that were highly sought after.

Hollywood Regency (1970’s):
The 1970’s brought a revival of interest in brass, featuring more opulent designs with brass frames and heavy glass tops, often associated with designers like Peter Ghyczy.

Key Designers and Manufacturers:
Peter Ghyczy: Known for designing brass and glass tables in the 1970’s with “floating” glass tops.
Maison Jansen: A Paris-based firm known for high-end, 18th-century inspired brass furniture.
Pietro Chiesa: An Italian designer who worked with Fontana Arte in the 1930’s.
Morex, Italy: Produced brass-framed tables in the 1980’s.
Baker Furniture: Produced 1960’s designs with carved, bamboo-style brass legs.

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Object Condition

This is a fine quality English Art Deco style Art Deco style brass & glass coffee table, constructed with a tubular brass frame, circa 1970, in excellent original condition. The aluminium frames have been sympathetically cleaned in our workshop. Nominal old use marks to the leading edges of the tables but nothing significant considering the age of the item. Nominal light surface scratches to the glass tops, which is difficult to see in the images due to it being clear glass, but no chips to the glass edges. They are solid in joint and ready to use.

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