Noguchi Coffee Table
Isamu Noguchi — Herman Miller, USA
The Noguchi Coffee Table keeps its sculptural timber base visible beneath glass, making the structure part of the room.
A sculptor's approach to furniture
Isamu Noguchi's design from the 1940s brings his sculptural thinking to an everyday object. The rounded wooden supports and asymmetric top create a different composition from each viewpoint.
An open structure
Two shaped timber elements support a substantial glass top. Transparency lets you see the base beneath it. Follow the assembly instructions for the specific edition, including the position of the supports.
Place it with care
A quiet rug gives the wooden form a clear background. Allow room between the tabletop, sofa and walking routes: visual lightness does not reduce its footprint. A few objects on the glass are enough to leave the structure visible.
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