Side table - Travertine - Stone, Brass - Postmodern-design travertine table.
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Postmodern travertine table from Belgium, model Travertino, with a travertine top and a base in curved acrylic, brass and stone; dimensions 70 cm wide, 41 cm high, 70 cm deep; produced in the 1980s; good used condition with minor age-related imperfections.
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It is a travertine table with a postmodern design, made in the 1980s, a piece that embodies that hybrid, bold and sophisticated spirit that characterized many creations close to the Belgochrom universe: noble materials combined fearlessly, unexpected geometries, and an almost sculptural presence that makes the furniture the protagonist of the space.
The travertine, with its porous texture and warm tone, provides the visual weight and the mineral root of the design. It is not a simple top: it is a block of domesticated nature, a surface that breathes light and shadow, that introduces an architectural gesture into the living room. Its mass contrasts with the other elements of the ensemble, creating a dialogue very much in keeping with postmodernism, where the tension between materials was part of the language.
The base, composed of curved acrylic, golden metal, and a stone element, is an aesthetic manifesto of the decade: transparency, shine, and matter in a deliberately theatrical balance. The acrylic brings lightness and a futuristic touch; the golden metal introduces glamour and a nod to the accessible luxury of the 80s; the stone reaffirms the solidity of the set. That blend — as improbable as it is harmonious — is what brings the piece closer to the Belgochrom style, famous for fusing glass, metal, and marble in geometric compositions with strong visual impact.
The glass top, with its beveled edges, completes the composition with a clarity that allows the structure to be seen as if it were a functional sculpture. The table is not merely there to serve: it is displayed, asserted, defining the environment.
Taken together, it is a piece that gathers European postmodernism, contrasting materials, eighties glamour, and a sculptural presence that makes it a design object with character.
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Seller's Story
Vintage Shop SL is a prominent antique store that since 2010 has been committed to customer satisfaction and sustainability. This shop is not only a cultural treasure that preserves the history and heritage of our societies, but also strives to operate in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner.
At Vintage Shop SL, we believe that customer service is essential to our success. Our highly trained team is dedicated to providing friendly, knowledgeable, and personalized service. We take pride in helping our customers find the perfect vintage pieces that fit their individual tastes and needs, ensuring their satisfaction and fostering lasting relationships.
But that's not all. At Vintage Shop SL, we also care about the sustainability of the business and its impact on the natural environment. We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and promoting responsible business practices.
On the one hand, we promote the circular economy and reuse by offering vintage items in excellent condition. By acquiring antiques at our shop, customers contribute to the conservation of natural resources by avoiding the production of new items and reducing the carbon emissions associated with manufacturing and transportation.
Translated by Google TranslateIt is a travertine table with a postmodern design, made in the 1980s, a piece that embodies that hybrid, bold and sophisticated spirit that characterized many creations close to the Belgochrom universe: noble materials combined fearlessly, unexpected geometries, and an almost sculptural presence that makes the furniture the protagonist of the space.
The travertine, with its porous texture and warm tone, provides the visual weight and the mineral root of the design. It is not a simple top: it is a block of domesticated nature, a surface that breathes light and shadow, that introduces an architectural gesture into the living room. Its mass contrasts with the other elements of the ensemble, creating a dialogue very much in keeping with postmodernism, where the tension between materials was part of the language.
The base, composed of curved acrylic, golden metal, and a stone element, is an aesthetic manifesto of the decade: transparency, shine, and matter in a deliberately theatrical balance. The acrylic brings lightness and a futuristic touch; the golden metal introduces glamour and a nod to the accessible luxury of the 80s; the stone reaffirms the solidity of the set. That blend — as improbable as it is harmonious — is what brings the piece closer to the Belgochrom style, famous for fusing glass, metal, and marble in geometric compositions with strong visual impact.
The glass top, with its beveled edges, completes the composition with a clarity that allows the structure to be seen as if it were a functional sculpture. The table is not merely there to serve: it is displayed, asserted, defining the environment.
Taken together, it is a piece that gathers European postmodernism, contrasting materials, eighties glamour, and a sculptural presence that makes it a design object with character.
Insured shipping and careful packaging.
Seller's Story
Vintage Shop SL is a prominent antique store that since 2010 has been committed to customer satisfaction and sustainability. This shop is not only a cultural treasure that preserves the history and heritage of our societies, but also strives to operate in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner.
At Vintage Shop SL, we believe that customer service is essential to our success. Our highly trained team is dedicated to providing friendly, knowledgeable, and personalized service. We take pride in helping our customers find the perfect vintage pieces that fit their individual tastes and needs, ensuring their satisfaction and fostering lasting relationships.
But that's not all. At Vintage Shop SL, we also care about the sustainability of the business and its impact on the natural environment. We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and promoting responsible business practices.
On the one hand, we promote the circular economy and reuse by offering vintage items in excellent condition. By acquiring antiques at our shop, customers contribute to the conservation of natural resources by avoiding the production of new items and reducing the carbon emissions associated with manufacturing and transportation.
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Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Postmodern-design travertine table.
Country of origin
Belgium
Model
Travertine
Material
Brass, Stone
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
41 cm
Width
70 cm
Depth
70 cm
Estimated period
1980-1990
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