Belarti coffee table with chromed steel, glass & ceramic artwork
A striking Belgian modernist coffee table attributed to Belarti, dating from the 1970s. Featuring a sleek chromed steel frame, a floating smoked glass top and an integrated ceramic artwork panel with vibrant red and black abstract decoration. The combination of chrome, glass and ceramic creates a refined Space Age aesthetic typical of high-end Belgian design from the period.
A highly decorative statement piece that works beautifully in both vintage and contemporary interiors.
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An exceptional and highly decorative coffee table attributed to Belarti, Belgium, dating from the 1970s. This rare model beautifully combines the refined elegance of chrome and smoked glass with the artistic character of handcrafted ceramic decoration, creating a striking centrepiece that perfectly reflects the sophisticated Space Age aesthetic of the era.
The table features a sleek chromed steel frame supporting an original floating smoked glass top. Beneath the glass, a lower platform incorporates a vibrant ceramic artwork panel with an abstract composition in red, black and earthy tones. This distinctive ceramic element elevates the piece beyond a conventional coffee table, transforming it into a sculptural work of functional art.
Belarti became internationally known during the 1960s and 1970s for its innovative use of ceramics in furniture and lighting. While many Belarti pieces feature ceramic tiles or decorative inserts, examples combining chrome, smoked glass and a large integrated ceramic artwork panel are considerably rarer and increasingly sought after by collectors of Belgian and European design.
The clean architectural lines, luxurious materials and artistic detailing make this table a versatile addition to a wide range of interiors. It works equally well in Mid-Century Modern, Space Age, Hollywood Regency and contemporary settings, where it serves as both a functional coffee table and a decorative statement piece.
The smoked glass top creates a sense of lightness and transparency, while the chrome frame reflects light beautifully and enhances the visual impact of the ceramic composition below. The result is a refined and timeless design that remains highly relevant in modern interiors more than fifty years after its creation.
A rare opportunity to acquire an eye-catching piece of Belgian design history that combines craftsmanship, artistic expression and functionality in a single object.
Dimensions
Length: 114 cm
Depth: 50 cm
Height: 40 cm