{"title":"Console Tables","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"michel-pigneres-console-in-mirrored-glass-and-brass","title":"Michel Pigneres Console in Mirrored Glass and Brass","description":"\u003cp\u003eMichel Pigneres, console, lacquered metal, smoked mirrored glass, brass, steel, France, 1960s.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis exquisite console is beautifully designed featuring a nice structure of sharp lines and geometrical shapes. This item is exemplary for refined, highly detailed and very well-made furniture. At front, this desk contains three drawers; two smaller drawers at each side and one large drawer in the middle, offering plenty of storage space. Each drawer is framed with a brass border that nicely matches with the grey-colored mirrored front panels and table top. The chromed steel frame works well the brass accents and mirrors, enhancing the console’s chic and luxurious appearance. The legs are executed in a precise manner – sculptural and linear - underlining the clear structured design.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlease note that the top surface contains some scratches. For further details, we encourage you to reach out to our team of design specialists.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e VAT within the EU: When buying or delivering an item within the EU, VAT usually applies and will be added.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Morentz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47568397336919,"sku":"LU933137862412","price":11000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0289\/5187\/1548\/products\/50112166_01__master.jpg?v=1705303087"},{"product_id":"jules-wabbes-for-mobilier-universel-writing-desk-or-work-table-in-mahogany","title":"Jules Wabbes for Mobilier Universel Console in Mahogany","description":"\u003cp\u003eJules Wabbes for Mobilier Universel, console, solid mahogany, aluminum, Belgium, 1960s \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis console is designed by Belgian designer Jules Wabbes and produced by Mobilier Universel in the 1960s. The console table features a substantial wooden top made of rectangular-shaped sawn slats in solid mahogany, and is supported by an aluminum base. The design is marked by its straightforward, honest display of structural elements: the split metal legs, the round supportive feet, and the horizontal beams. Wabbes' approach to design was driven by a pursuit of perfection in both construction and material use, with nothing concealed and every component intentionally visible. This meticulous attention to detail means that his creations can stand freely in a room, with the same care given to every side, top, and bottom. The design showcases Wabbes' exceptional dedication to craftsmanship and his ability to merge form with function effortlessly. Its clean lines and precise proportions make it a true masterpiece of modernist furniture design, which remains as relevant and admired today as it was when it was first conceived. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMobilier Universel had the sole right to produce furniture for Dunbar. Jules Wabbes, at that time still very much involved with Mobilier Universel picked the desired models designed by Edward Wormley for manufacturing. The designs that Wabbes choose from Wormley's collection were those that featured simplistic, clean lines that would prove to be timeless. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJules Wabbes (1919-1974) was one of the leading Belgian furniture designers and interior architects of the Postwar period. Born in Brussels in 1919, he began his career as an actor. However, after several other professions, he eventually started to become interested in antiques. When Wabbes was 24, he opened an antiques shop where some of the furniture needed restoration. Therefore, he created a small workshop where he taught himself how to restore furniture. Therefore, in contrast to many of his contemporaries, he wasn't trained as a designer or architect but learned the craft of designing furniture by sheer necessity. Alongside restoration, he also started to design furniture. Because of the success of his ventures, it led to Wabbes designing many interiors for his clients. In 1971, Wabbes became professor at the Sint-Lucasinstituut in Brussels. Unfortunately, Wabbes died at an early age in 1974 due to cancer.   \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall, his work is aristocratic and modest, and characterized by a sensual use of materials and a clear, almost architectural tectonics. Wabbes developed a line and idiom of its own, averse to the playful and swinging style of many other furniture designs of the Postwar period. Wabbes, influenced by American designers such as Edward Wormley, chose to build his furniture with solid wood giving his designs not only a luxurious appearance but also honest, timeless and sophisticated aesthetics.   \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e VAT within the EU: When buying or delivering an item within the EU, VAT usually applies and will be added.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Morentz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49166973534551,"sku":"LU933141456862","price":6450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0289\/5187\/1548\/files\/490006408_01__org.jpg?v=1750700557"},{"product_id":"valzania-italian-art-deco-console-table-in-parchment","title":"Valzania Italian Art Deco Console Table in Parchment","description":"Valzania, console table, parchment, Italy, 1940s\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRare console table designed and created by Valzania in the 1940s. This sculptural piece is fully covered in light parchment, beautifully patinated over time, giving the surface a soft, warm tone with natural variations that enhance its character. The streamlined silhouette reflects the refined elegance of the period while maintaining a strong architectural presence. The console stands on strikingly tapered legs with a trapezoidal shape, creating a dynamic, angular profile. The contrast between the patinated parchment and the sleek appearance gives the piece a distinct and refined Art Deco feel.","brand":"Morentz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53174315680087,"sku":null,"price":17500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0289\/5187\/1548\/files\/50118324_St_P_14_6b7fe55d-0350-4830-9802-655e74bbf366.jpg?v=1775041716"},{"product_id":"dom-hans-van-der-laan-low-coffee-table-or-console-in-pine-and-copper","title":"Dom Hans van der Laan Table or Console in Pine and Copper","description":"Dom Hans van der Laan, table or console, lacquered pine, copper, the Netherlands, 1975\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis piece – originally intended as a table – was conceived in 1975 by Dutch Benedictine monk and architect Dom Hans van der Laan for a private home he designed himself. Aligned with his theoretical pursuits, he valued both the design of individual objects and architecture equally. His approach centers on perceiving liturgy as a transformative process, elevating ordinary actions to a sacred realm. With its restrained character and ascetic formal language, the furniture and liturgical items seamlessly integrate into the comprehensive design of the buildings.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSince the 1940s, van der Laan has been meticulously crafting liturgical objects for churches, consistently adhering to the principles of the plastic number. Each piece of furniture is not only intricately sketched and designed but is also assigned a specific place within the interior. The furniture is crafted based on a foundational system first implemented by him in Vaals in the onset of the 1960s. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach furniture piece is centered around a common U-profile, extending in various directions. A cabinet adopts a horizontal U-profile, extending upward, while benches, tables and stools feature a vertical U-profile elongated lengthwise. Other tables and chairs consist of extruded compositions of U-profiles. The outer edges of the foundation exhibit straight corners, whereas the inner edges are added with beveled contours. All the furniture is constructed from wooden planks, primarily pine, fastened using hinge nails thoughtfully placed following the 'extrusion' pattern. When viewed from the side, the ending of the planks and the foundational wood to which they are affixed are both visible. The furniture is predominantly painted in an array of earthy tones like brown and grey, with the occasional use of maroon and blue. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBiography\u003cbr\u003eIn 1904, Hans van der Laan was born into a family of architects in Leiden. His father and brothers, Jan and Nico, were also architects. Between 1923 and 1926, he pursued his architectural studies in Delft under the guidance of M.J. Granpré Molière (1883-1972), a leading figure among Dutch Catholic architects of that era. However, van der Laan discontinued his work in Delft within a few years, dissatisfied with the lack of fulfillment in his quest for the 'essence of architecture.'. In 1926, he sought a deeper spiritual connection and chose to become a monk at St. Paul's Abbey in Oosterhout. In 1934, he was ordained as a priest and became increasingly immersed in the realms of liturgical design and architecture.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter the Second World War came to an end, Hans van der Laan, accompanied by his brother Nico, was enlisted to lead and guide the reconstruction in Catholic architecture. In 's-Hertogenbosch, he directed the Ecclesiastical Architecture course, specifically dedicated to the construction of churches. This initiative laid the foundation for the 'Bossche School,' where van der Laan played a crucial role as the primary architect and theoretician. Under his leadership, the primary focus was placed on the fundamental essence of all architecture: Well-proportioned and human-scale dimensions. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the realm of 20th-century architectural history, the monk-architect held a distinctive position. Amidst the conflict between traditionalists and modernists in The Netherlands, van der Laan formulated his unique perspectives and formal language. His buildings and writings alike reflect a dedicated exploration of the laws of architecture and the connection between humanity and nature. The legacy left by the architect comprises a modest yet significant collection, encompassing seven buildings, including several monasteries, a chapel, and a church library. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs a theorist, van der Laan dedicated a significant portion of his life to contemplating form, proportion, and the human experience within architectural spaces. His focus centered on exploring the essence of architecture, leading him to formulate a comprehensive theory involving space, shape, and size. Central to his ideas was the plastic number, a three-dimensional extension of the golden ratio. This numerical concept sheds light on the proportional relationship between the thickness, length, and width of architectural elements. Apart from architectural creations, van der Laan applied the principles of the plastic number to design liturgical items, notebooks, uniforms, and furniture, resulting in a subtly impactful body of work.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDom Hans van der Laan, a Dutch Benedictine monk and architect, played a pivotal role as a key figure in the Bossche School. Renowned for his influential theories on numerical proportions in architecture, his ideas continue to be explored and shared. On August 19, 1991, Hans van der Laan passed away at the St. Benedictusberg Abbey near Vaals.","brand":"Morentz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53105136632151,"sku":null,"price":12700.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0289\/5187\/1548\/files\/45009707_St_P_10.jpg?v=1774532964"},{"product_id":"jose-zanine-caldas-rare-console-in-brazilian-hardwood","title":"José Zanine Caldas Rare Console in Brazilian Hardwood","description":"José Zanine Caldas, hand-carved console, Brazilian hardwood, Brazil, 1980s\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis beautifully sculpted console was made during a time in which Caldas abandoned the rigid design aesthetics of Modernism and solely worked with local materials. From the 1960s, Caldas became involved with several furniture and architectural projects, and took an interest in issues relating to the preservation of forests, using salvaged wood for his projects. As such, Caldas started creating solid furniture from single tree trunks. He called this series of furniture 'Móveis Denúncia', meaning protest furniture, in an attempt to bring attention to the environmental destruction of him home region. The present piece is a stunning example wonderful example of the artist’s ecological approach to design.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJosé Zanine Caldas (1919-2001) was born in Belmonte, Brazil. His designs are known for their raw, natural and sculptural qualities. Caldas was an autodidact and started his career as designer in the construction industry. He worked as a model builder for designers and architects including Oscar Niemeyer. In 1948 he founded the company Moveis Artisticos Z, and there he produced semi-mass produced plywood furniture. But already two years later, he decided to leave the company and return to his home state Bahia. Later he began to work with local materials, and combined the colonial aesthetic with the new modernist style. It was through his experience and development in style that is known to stay close to the truth of the material and that abandoned the rigid rules and objectivism of the Modernist era. Caldas held a strong believe that man should live in harmony with nature. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMost of Caldas' contemporary colleagues graduated from art schools or architectural institutes. Caldas, however, developed his own style and methods. He decided to leave Bahia and move to Rio de Janeiro. Here he opened his own studio, where he developed architectural models without having been trained as an architect himself. Famous colleagues such as Lucio Costa and Oscar Niemeyer admired his methods, skills and ingenuity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJosé Zanine Caldas was particularly interested in other cultures and peoples. During his travels through Africa and Asia, he was impressed by the local customs in the places he visited. This made him realize that people who live in harmony with nature provide for themselves in a similar way everywhere in the world. The human quest for unity with nature became the main theme in his work.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHe still felt drawn to his native region of Bahia and Caldas moved back in 1968. There he was inspired by the local craftsmen who cut boats out of fallen trees. Caldas began to apply this method to his furniture art. He started chiseling and carving wooden sculptural works and furniture. These handmade objects, which are all unique due to his working method, formed the focus and the pinnacle of Zanine Caldas' further career.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe fact that Caldas was very committed to his environment, and in particular the Brazilian landscape, always proved to be a guiding principle in his choices. He saw the toll agriculture and forest clearing demanded on the local nature. An advocate of rainforest conservation, Caldas founded the Foundation Center for the Development of the Application of Brazilian Woods. With this foundation Caldas fought against the destruction of the rainforests in Brazil by, among other things, freeing up money for education.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor his handmade furniture, he also made the radical choice to use only found wood, just like the local craftsmen. Caldas only used wood from trees that had died or fallen naturally. The furniture that Caldas made in this way is called 'Móveis Denúncia', in other words: protest furniture.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Morentz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53619103531351,"sku":null,"price":124000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0289\/5187\/1548\/files\/45013588_St_P_21.jpg?v=1779462937"},{"product_id":"lorenzo-burchiellaro-pair-of-console-tables-in-copper","title":"Lorenzo Burchiellaro Pair of Console Tables in Copper","description":"Lorenzo Burchiellaro, console tables, copper, stained beech, Italy, 1960s\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis magnificent pair of console tables was created by Italian designer and sculptor Lorenzo Burchiellaro (1933–2017) in the 1960s. The copper is in beautiful, patinated condition, and its vibrant yet natural oxidation and golden hues are truly remarkable. Burchiellaro is known for his artistic use of metals in the creation of decorative objects and furniture. His materials of choice were often gold, silver, aluminum, zinc, and, in this case, copper.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe fact that Burchiellaro was a sculptor is evident in these tables, which could easily function as works of art. The rectangular tops rest on round wooden feet. The way Burchiellaro arranged the straight-cut copper pieces across the surfaces creates a striking patchwork effect with vibrant variations in color. As a result, the tables are unique not only in their composition but also in their texture. Rows of circular press marks remain visible, further emphasizing the handcrafted nature of the pair.","brand":"Morentz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53835586601303,"sku":null,"price":33000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0289\/5187\/1548\/files\/50119161_St_P_10.jpg?v=1781884964"},{"product_id":"lorenzo-burchiellaro-console-table-in-copper-230cm-90-55-in-1","title":"Lorenzo Burchiellaro Console Table in Copper 230cm\/90.55 in","description":"Lorenzo Burchiellaro, console table, copper, stained beech, Italy, 1960s\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis console table, crafted in the 1960s by Italian designer and sculptor Lorenzo Burchiellaro (1933-2017), stands as a magnificent creation. The copper showcases a beautiful, patinated finish, marked by natural and vibrant oxidation and an extraordinary golden hue. Renowned for his artistic approach to metals and his work in decorative objects and furniture, Burchiellaro's favored materials included metals such as gold, silver, aluminum, zinc, and copper, as used here. The sculptor’s influence is evident in this table, which can easily be viewed as an art piece. A rectangular top rests on round wooden legs, with straight-cut copper pieces forming an eye-catching patchwork of dynamic colors. The table’s uniqueness is further emphasized by the visible lines of round press stamps, highlighting its handcrafted quality. 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