1950s Josef Frank Model 2139 Coffee Table for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden

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Round coffee table, model 2139, designed by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn.

This is one of those pieces that feels … Read more Round coffee table, model 2139, designed by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn.

This is one of those pieces that feels simple at first, but the more you look at it, the more details come through. The circular top has a really lively grain thanks to the root veneer, and it gives the surface a lot of movement without needing anything else.

The walnut edge and legs add a nice contrast, and the three-leg base keeps it feeling light and open. There’s a slight curve and taper to the legs that gives it a softer look, not too strict.

Diameter is about 47.2 inches and the height is around 19.3 inches, so it sits well as a central coffee table without feeling too low or too heavy in the space. See less