Noguchi Table
A perfect balance between art and furniture
DESIGNER: Isamu Noguchi
The marriage of sculptural form and everyday function. Delicate, yet durable. The perfect balance— literally —between art and furniture. Sculptor Isamu Noguchi created his distinctive table by joining a curved, wood base with a freeform glass top. The ethereal result does not diminish the practical design—a sturdy and durable table. This marriage of sculptural form and everyday function has made the Noguchi table an understated and beautiful element in homes and offices since its introduction in 1948.
Technical Information
The table is just three pieces. A 20mm plate-glass top rests on two curved, solid wood legs that interlock to form a tripod for self-stabilizing support. This delicate balance is not surprising, given that from 1942 until his death in 1988, Noguchi designed all of choreographer Martha Graham’s sets. Although it looks delicate, it is solid, perfectly balanced, durable. It’s also a good size: 400mm high, 1270mm wide, 76mm deep.The Noguchi Table’s solid wood base comes in a variety of wood options. Walnut, one of the originals from when the table launched, remains a classic choice while Noguchi Black evokes a sense of timeless modernism. The warmth of white oak and the natural, “freshly cut” look of white ash also demonstrate the versatility that this beautiful design offers.