This vintage 1970s coffee table in multicolored ceramic draws the eye with its floral-decorated top, crafted in shades of orange, brown, and green. Its chrome base with clean lines highlights the design of the ceramic and underscores its fine craftsmanship. In the living room, this second-hand piece readily complements an art book, a cup, and a low bouquet without weighing down the overall look. Its appearance matches a contemporary, seventies, or more eclectic interior, where shiny materials interact with textiles or wood. Placed in front of a linen sofa, it accommodates a tray of drinks and a low lamp for a very polished scene. As a second-hand item, it retains the memory of its past: the chrome shows some slight traces of use that are not serious, a minor chip at a tile joint, as well as a crack on a corner tile. Length: 91 cm Depth: 46 cm Height: 39 cm A brief history of the coffee table Unlike dining tables, the coffee table truly emerged only in the early 20th century with the evolution of living rooms towards more comfort and relaxation. Its design, intentionally low to align with the height of armchair seats, is inspired by oriental tea tables and 19th-century coffee supports. Referred to as a "salon table" or "cocktail table," it is defined by its generous top supported by a short, sturdy base.