Unquestionably one of the most brilliant, enduring, and universally recognized designs of the 20th-century Modernist movement. Designed in 1927 by pioneering Irish architect and designer Eileen Gray, the E-1027 Adjustable Coffee Table is the absolute epitome of form meeting flawless function. Originally created for her avant-garde, cliffside villa (named E-1027) in Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, France, Gray designed this ingenious piece so her sister could comfortably eat breakfast in bed without dropping crumbs. Decades later, its mathematically perfect proportions and minimalist aesthetic remain a staple in luxury contemporary interiors. The genius of the E-1027 Adjustable Coffee Table lies in its structural asymmetry. The open, crescent-shaped base is intentionally designed to slide effortlessly around the leg of a sofa, armchair, or underneath a bed frame. Featuring a discrete metal pin on a delicate safety chain, the tabletop can be easily raised or lowered across multiple heights, transitioning smoothly from a low lounge side table to a standing cocktail surface or laptop desk.
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Dimensions:
- Height 54/90 cm (21.2"/35.4”)
- Diam 51 cm (20”)
Materials:
The Eileen Gray Coffee Table is available with a glass top. The frame is available in two variants: chromed steel tubes and chromed steel tubes.
General Information:
- Living room
- Hotel room
- Indoor use
The legacy of the Bauhaus is truly remarkable, isn't it? Its approach to integrating art, craft, and technology has left an indelible mark on various design disciplines. Here's a bit more detail on some of the iconic pieces and their designers you mentioned:
1. Wassily Chair by Marcel Breuer: This chair, with its innovative use of tubular steel, was revolutionary for its time and remains a design classic. 2. Barcelona Chair by Mies van der Rohe: Known for its sleek lines and luxury materials, this chair epitomizes modern elegance. 3. Cesca Chair by Marcel Breuer: Combining a tubular steel frame with a caned seat and back, this chair is celebrated for its simplicity and comfort. 4. Table Bauhaus by Marcel Breuer: This table, like many of Breuer's designs, showcases the clean lines and functional forms that are hallmarks of the Bauhaus aesthetic.
The Bauhaus' influence extends beyond furniture; it has shaped graphic design, typography, and architecture, pushing the boundaries of what's possible and encouraging a minimalist yet functional approach.
