Sober and contemporary, this second-hand brass and smoked glass coffee table combines a brass structure with a smoked glass top, creating a light and refined look. The dialogue between metal and glass allows it to easily integrate into a living room alongside a fabric sofa or a leather armchair. It readily accommodates an art book, a few magazines, or a catch-all, while showcasing the delicacy of its structure. On a graphic rug, it holds a light ceramic bowl and a lamp on top, composing a measured ensemble. Width: 62 cm Depth: 35.5 cm Height: 44 cm A brief history of the coffee table Unlike dining tables, the coffee table only truly emerged in the early 20th century with the evolution of living rooms towards more comfort and relaxation. Its intentionally low structure, designed to align with the height of armchair seats, is inspired by Eastern tea tables and 19th-century coffee stands. Known as a "salon table" or "cocktail table," it is defined by its generous top supported by a short and sturdy base.