Large Coffee Table (c. 1965)
Solid rosewood and laminate with slatted top; cylindrical solid rosewood feet
Dimensions: 43 (H) × 144 (W) × 103 (D) cm
Country of origin: Brazil
This substantial coffee table, designed by Sergio Rodrigues around 1965, exemplifies his refined approach to structure, rhythm, and tropical modernism. Crafted entirely in solid rosewood, the table features a slatted top that adds visual texture and a play of light, while also referencing Brazilian architectural elements like brise-soleils and wooden screens.
Supported by cylindrical legs, also in solid rosewood, the piece maintains a grounded yet elegantly sculptural profile. The use of laminate beneath the top enhances durability while respecting the clean design lines. Its monumental yet balanced proportions make it ideal as a centerpiece in modern living spaces.
Sergio Rodrigues (1927–2014) was a defining figure in Brazilian design, celebrated for his fusion of local craftsmanship, architectural rigor, and sensual form. This coffee table is emblematic of his ability to create functional furniture that holds its own as timeless sculpture.
