This light rattan coffee table adds a country and second-hand touch to a bright living room. Its side magazine rack makes it as decorative as it is functional, ideal for keeping newspapers and beautiful books within reach. Rattan offers a soft and warm material that easily pairs with a linen sofa, some cotton cushions, or a ceramic lamp placed on top. Its top readily accommodates a low vase, a cup, or a serving tray in a gentle and measured spirit. Positioned in front of a sofa, it naturally structures a reading nook, while the magazine rack can hold a stack of magazines and a rolled-up blanket. Like any second-hand piece, it carries the memory of its history: a few traces of time. Length: 99 cm Width: 48.5 cm Height: 40 cm A Brief History of the Coffee Table Unlike dining tables, the coffee table only truly appeared in the early 20th century with the evolution of living rooms towards more comfort and relaxation. Its deliberately low structure, designed to align with the seat of armchairs, 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 robust base.