Warren Platner Glass and Steel Coffee Table

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This Warren Platner glass and steel coffee table presents the unmistakable sculptural silhouette of the designer’s celebrated wire-form collection, with … Read more This Warren Platner glass and steel coffee table presents the unmistakable sculptural silhouette of the designer’s celebrated wire-form collection, with a broad, circular glass top floating above a gracefully waisted, hourglass-shaped base. The base is built from dozens of slender, vertical steel rods, each welded in a precise, radiating pattern to circular rings at the top and bottom. Together they create a shimmering, almost woven lattice that swells at the foot, narrows at the center, and flares again beneath the glass. The rods are finished in a lustrous chrome tone that glows softly in the light, and the open structure creates mesmerizing moiré effects as the viewer moves around the piece. The thick, clear glass top sits within a shallow recess of the base’s upper ring, its beveled, softly greenish edge catching the light with a cool, translucent clarity. The chrome has developed a consistent patina, with gentle tonal variation along the rods that adds depth and quiet character. Modernist yet romantic, the table balances engineering precision with the lightness of drawn lace, reading as both a functional surface and a work of sculpture.

Place this table at the center of a living room seating group, in front of a sofa, or in a sunroom, den, or lounge where its transparency keeps sightlines open. It complements Mid-Century Modern, Contemporary, Hollywood Regency, Postmodern, and Minimalist interiors. To care for it, dust the rods with a soft dry cloth, clean the glass with a gentle glass cleaner sprayed onto a cloth, and wipe the chrome with a dry microfiber cloth, avoiding moisture and abrasive polishes. The table measures 35 inches (889 mm) wide, 35 inches (889 mm) deep, and 15 inches (381 mm) high. Condition is very good, with an intact, chip-free glass top, a consistent patina, minor surface wear, and some areas of rust to the chrome, and the structure remains sound. Add this iconic piece to your collection today. See less