515 Plana Coffee Table in Wood by Charlotte Perriand for Cassina

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Table designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1969. Relaunched by Cassina in 2004. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. A coffee table … Read more Table designed by Charlotte Perriand in 1969. Relaunched by Cassina in 2004. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. A coffee table in solid wood, extremely complex in terms of technology yet very simple in terms of design, this piece was created by Charlotte Perriand in 1969 for the Japanese embassy in Paris. The ideas for this table derives from the impact made on Perriand when she saw a colossal rock, whose enormous weight was undercut by the way the waves had eroded it, rendering it smooth. Thus the thick table-top and the concave edges, which enhance the beauty and serve to lighten the look. The contrast between the figurative impact and the rational perception of the real weight of the piece are what make it unique. Thanks to the meticulous manufacturing techniques employed, the table is able to withstand the risk of warping, which is the usual fate of wooden objects. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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