Mid-Century Brutalist Elm Side Table

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A characterful mid-century brutalist elm side table, featuring sculptural wooden supports, exposed pegged joinery and a beautifully grained natural timber … Read more A characterful mid-century brutalist elm side table, featuring sculptural wooden supports, exposed pegged joinery and a beautifully grained natural timber finish. The table has a thick, softly rounded rectangular top, showcasing the warm golden-brown tones and distinctive grain of elm. Beneath, two shaped upright supports are connected by a substantial horizontal stretcher, secured with prominent wooden pegs. Its simple yet expressive construction gives the piece a strong rustic modernist character, combining traditional woodworking techniques with the sculptural forms associated with brutalist furniture. Compact and versatile, this table would work beautifully as a living room side table, bedside table, occasional coffee table or decorative accent piece. The exposed joinery and gently curved silhouette make it particularly appealing for interiors combining mid-century, rustic, brutalist and contemporary furniture.

Details Style: Mid Century Modern / Brutalist / Rustic Modernist Period: Mid-to-late 20th century, estimated Material: Elm Finish: Warm golden-brown natural wood Top: Thick rectangular top with softly rounded corners Base: Two sculptural shaped wooden supports Construction: Exposed pegged joinery with horizontal stretcher Design: Low-profile occasional table Maker: Unattributed

Dimensions Width 60 cm Depth 39 cm Height 44 cm Good vintage condition, with signs of age and previous use. The tabletop displays light surface scratches, small marks and minor variations in colour consistent with its age. There are some small areas of wear around the rounded edges. The wooden supports and stretcher retain their attractive natural character, with visible grain, knots and pegged construction. Overall, a handsome piece with a warm finish and appealing vintage patina. Condition Please refer to the detailed age-related wear described above and the photographs. See less