The EM Table Dining Table by Vitra, designed by Jean Prouvé in 1950, is an architectural dining table whose visual character directly expresses its structural construction. Its design follows Prouvé's engineering principles, making the distribution of forces and stresses an integral part of the table's aesthetic. A distinctive base made from bent sheet steel and tubular steel supports the tabletop, creating the strong structural identity associated with Jean Prouvé's work. Vitra offers the EM Table Dining Table in multiple sizes and with a broad choice of premium tabletop materials, making it adaptable to different dining environments. Tabletop options include solid oak, American walnut, oak veneer and HPL, accompanied by a selection of characteristic Prouvé-inspired powder-coated base colors.
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Materials & Finish
Solid Wood Tabletop
Thickness: 30 mm / 1.18"
Available in:
Natural oak, oiled finish
Dark oak, hard-wax oil finish
American walnut, natural oiled finish
The oak is sourced from Western Europe and/or Poland, while the American walnut originates in the USA.
Veneer Tabletop
Thickness: 39 mm / 1.54"
Available in:
Natural oak, lacquered
Dark oak, lacquered
Vitra currently specifies the veneer tabletop for 2000 mm and 2400 mm table lengths.
HPL Tabletop
Thickness: 40 mm / 1.57"
Constructed with a high-pressure laminate surface and edges. Current finishes include:
Asphalt
Ivory
Base
The base is constructed from bent sheet steel and tubular steel with a powder-coated finish.
Current finish options include:
Prouvé Blanc Colombe (Ecru)
Prouvé Gris Vermeer
Prouvé Blé Vert
Japanese Red
Prouvé Bleu Marcoule
Prouvé Bleu Dynastie
Deep Black
Dimensions | Vitra EM Table
The EM Table by Jean Prouvé is available in multiple lengths, while maintaining a consistent depth and height.
71" Version: W 70.9" × D 35.4" × H 29.1" / 180 × 90 × 74 cm
79" Version: W 78.7" × D 35.4" × H 29.1" / 200 × 90 × 74 cm
87" Version: W 86.6" × D 35.4" × H 29.1" / 220 × 90 × 74 cm
94.5" Version: W 94.5" × D 35.4" × H 29.1" / 240 × 90 × 74 cm
102" Version: W 102.4" × D 35.4" × H 29.1" / 260 × 90 × 74 cm
Height: 29.1" / 74 cm Depth: 35.4" / 90 cm
Vitra specifies that the 200 cm and 240 cm lengths are also available with oak veneer tabletops.
Ideal For
Modern dining rooms
Contemporary homes
Architectural interiors
Design-focused residences
Mid-century modern interiors
Open-plan dining spaces
Premium residential projects
Interiors featuring Jean Prouvé furniture
Modern European design collections
Functionality
The functionality of the EM Table is closely connected to its structural design. Jean Prouvé developed the table so that its construction visually illustrates how forces and stresses are distributed through the structure. Its availability in different sizes and tabletop materials allows customers to select a configuration suited to their specific dining environment. Vitra explicitly highlights this broad selection as a means of finding an appropriate EM Table for different dining rooms.
FAQ
Who designed the EM Table?
The EM Table was designed by Jean Prouvé in 1950.
What materials are available for the tabletop?
Vitra offers the EM Table with solid wood, oak veneer and HPL tabletops, depending on size and configuration.
What solid woods are available?
The solid-wood tabletop is offered in natural oiled oak, dark oak with a hard-wax oil finish and natural oiled American walnut.
What is the base made of?
The base is constructed from bent sheet steel and tubular steel with a powder-coated finish.
Is the EM Table available in different sizes?
Yes. Vitra offers the EM Table in a range of sizes. Veneered tabletops are specifically available at lengths of 2000 mm and 2400 mm.
How thick is the tabletop?
The thickness depends on material:
Solid wood: 30 mm / 1.18"
Veneer: 39 mm / 1.54"
HPL: 40 mm / 1.57
What makes the EM Table distinctive?
Its construction follows structural principles that visibly illustrate the flow of forces and stresses, making engineering logic a defining part of the table's aesthetic.
Why Buy the EM Dining Table?
The EM Table by Jean Prouvé is an excellent choice for customers seeking an architectural dining table with authentic design heritage, premium materials and extensive configuration options from Vitra.
Iconic Jean Prouvé Design: Created in 1950, the table reflects Prouvé's engineering-led approach to furniture and construction.
Architectural Structural Expression: The design intentionally reveals the flow of forces and stresses through its construction, giving the table its distinctive technical character.
Premium Tabletop Choices: Choose from solid wood, HPL or selected oak veneer configurations, allowing the table to suit different interior styles and practical preferences.
Beautiful Natural Woods: Solid-wood options include natural oiled oak, dark oak with a hard-wax oil finish and natural oiled American walnut.
Distinctive Steel Base: The combination of bent sheet steel and tubular steel gives the table a strong architectural identity, complemented by a powder-coated finish.
Wide Range of Finishes: Vitra offers multiple characteristic base colors, including Japanese Red, Deep Black and several Prouvé-inspired shades.
Multiple Sizes: A range of dimensions makes it easier to select an EM Table for different dining spaces. Vitra also offers 2000 mm and 2400 mm versions with oak veneer tops.
Authentic Design Character: Rather than using decoration for visual impact, the EM Table derives its distinctive appearance directly from its materials and structural logic.