$17,056
H 13.39 in W 52.76 in D 27.17 in
Ceramic "Shogun" coffee table by Roger Capron, Vallauris, 1970's
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
Coffee table by Roger Capron Shogun model, large one Signed Wood feet France, Vallauris, 1970's
Ceramic, Wood
$14,703
H 13.39 in W 52.76 in D 27.17 in
Ceramic "Shogun" coffee table by Roger Capron, Vallauris, 1970's
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
Coffee table by Roger Capron Shogun model, large one Signed Wood feet France, Vallauris, 1970's
Ceramic, Wood
Ceramic coffee table "Shogun" by Roger Capron, France, 1960's
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
Small Shogun coffee table by Roger Capron Ceramic top and wood feet - rare with this material 1960's
Ceramic, Wood
$12,939
H 11.03 in W 26.78 in D 38.59 in
Ceramic coffee table "Shogun" by Roger Capron, France, 1960's
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
Small Shogun coffee table by Roger Capron Ceramic top and wood feet - rare with this material 1960's
Ceramic, Wood
$6,116
H 10.76 in W 38.51 in D 26.76 in
Roger Capron Shogun coffee table with flower pattern, France, 1960s
By Roger Capron
Located in PAU, FR
Coffee table of Roger Capron Rare model shogun With flower pattern.
Ceramic
Shogun Coffee Table by Roger Capron, France
By Roger Capron
Located in Brussels, BE
Ceramic table top on mahogany round feet. Beige and green tiles. Signed R.Capron. Vallauris, 1960.
Ceramic, Mahogany
Shogun coffee table by Roger Capron, 1970s
By Roger Capron
Located in PARIS, FR
Ceramic coffee table often referred to as the Shogun model, but actually the Sou Chong model designed by Roger Capron in the 1970s.
Ceramic
"Shogun" Coffee Table by Roger Capron, France, 1960s
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
"Shogun" coffee table by Roger Capron, France, 1960s.
Ceramic
"Shogun" Ceramic Coffee Table by Roger Capron, France, 1960s
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
"Shogun" Ceramic Coffee Table by Roger Capron, France, 1960s
Ceramic
Ceramic Coffee Table "Shogun" by Roger Capron, France, 1970s
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
Ceramic coffee table model "Shogun" by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, early 1970s.
Ceramic
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H 13.5 in W 52.5 in D 27 in
Roger Capron Large Shogun French Ceramic Coffee Table Vallauris Signed R Capron
By Roger Capron
Located in Chicago, IL
Roger Capron Sho-Gun or Shogun model coffee table with ceramic tile top with beige brown to almost black enameled tiles on gorgeous mahogany base and feet.
Ceramic, Mahogany
Ceramic coffee table "Shogun" by Roger Capron, France, 1960's
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
Small Shogun coffee table by Roger Capron Ceramic top and wood feet - rare with this material 1960's
Ceramic, Wood
Ceramic coffee table "Shogun" by Roger Capron, France, 1960's
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
Small Shogun coffee table by Roger Capron Ceramic top and wood feet - rare with this material 1960's
Ceramic, Wood
Ceramic coffee table "Shogun" by Roger Capron, France, 1960's
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
Small Shogun coffee table by Roger Capron Ceramic top and wood feet - rare with this material 1960's
Ceramic, Wood
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H 13.78 in W 52.76 in D 27.17 in
"Shogun" Ceramic Coffee Table by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, 1970s
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
"Shogun" ceramic coffee table by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, 1970s.
Ceramic
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H 13.78 in W 52.37 in D 26.78 in
"Shogun" Ceramic Coffee Table by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, 1970s
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
"Shogun" ceramic coffee table by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, 1970s.
Ceramic
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H 14.18 in W 52.76 in D 26.78 in
"Shogun" ceramic coffee table by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, 1970s
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
"Shogun" ceramic coffee table by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, 1970s
Ceramic
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H 11.82 in W 38.59 in D 26.78 in
"Shogun" Ceramic Coffee Table by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, 1970s
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
"Shogun" ceramic coffee table by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, 1970s.
Ceramic
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H 14.18 in W 24.02 in D 52.37 in
"Shogun" ceramic coffee table by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, 1970s
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
"Shogun" ceramic coffee table by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, 1970s
Ceramic
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H 13.78 in W 52.76 in D 27.17 in
"Shogun" Ceramic Coffee Table by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, 1970s
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
"Shogun" ceramic coffee table by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, 1970s.
Ceramic
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H 11.03 in W 38.59 in D 26.78 in
"Shogun" Ceramic Coffee Table by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, 1970s
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
"Shogun" ceramic coffee table by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, 1970s Smaller model.
Ceramic
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H 11.82 in W 52.76 in D 26.78 in
"Shogun" ceramic coffee table by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, 1970s
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
"Shogun" ceramic coffee table by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, 1970s Larger model
Ceramic
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H 14.18 in W 52.76 in D 26.78 in
Ceramic "Shogun" coffee table by Roger Capron, Vallauris, 1970's
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
Coffee table by Roger Capron Shogun model, large one Signed Wood feet France, Vallauris, 1970's
Ceramic, Wood
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H 11.42 in W 52.76 in D 26.78 in
Ceramic "Shogun" coffee table by Roger Capron, Vallauris, 1970's
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
Coffee table by Roger Capron Shogun model, large one Signed Wood feet France, Vallauris, 1970's
Ceramic, Wood
Ceramic coffee table "Shogun" by Roger Capron, France, 1960's
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
Small Shogun coffee table by Roger Capron Ceramic top and wood feet - rare with this material 1960's
Ceramic, Wood
Ceramic coffee table "Shogun" by Roger Capron, France, 1960's
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
Small Shogun coffee table by Roger Capron Ceramic top and wood feet - rare with this material 1960's
Ceramic, Wood
Ceramic coffee table "Shogun" by Roger Capron, France, 1960's
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
Small Shogun coffee table by Roger Capron Ceramic top and wood feet - rare with this material 1960's
Ceramic, Wood
Ceramic coffee table "Shogun" by Roger Capron, France, 1960's
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
Small Shogun coffee table by Roger Capron Ceramic top and wood feet - rare with this material 1960's
Ceramic, Wood
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H 14.18 in W 24.02 in D 52.37 in
"Shogun" ceramic coffee table by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, 1970s
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
Ceramic and wood coffee table by Roger Capron Vallauris, signed
Ceramic, Wood
Shogun Ceramic Tile Top Coffee Table by Roger Capron C. 1960
By Roger Capron
Located in Long Island City, NY
'Shogun' Ceramic Tile Top Coffee Table by Roger Capron C. 1960 Roger Capron is best known for his geometrically complex, vibrantly colored tile-topped coffee tables.
Ceramic, Mahogany
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H 11.82 in W 38.59 in D 26.78 in
Roger Capron ‘Shogun’ Coffee Table in Ceramic France 1970 Brown and Green Color
By Roger Capron
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Shogun" ceramic coffee table by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, 1970.
Ceramic, Wood
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H 13.78 in W 52.37 in L 13.78 in
Roger Capron ‘Shogun’ Coffee Table in Ceramic, France, Mid-Century Modern, 1960's
By Roger Capron
Located in Antwerp, BE
Mid-Century Modern; France; Vallarius; Walnut; Teak; Ceramics; 1 of 11-Roger Capron; ‘Shogun’ Coffee Table; in Ceramic, the 1960s Mid-Century Modern ceramic tile top coffee table ...
Ceramic, Teak, Walnut
Roger Capron 'Shogun' Coffee Table
By Roger Capron
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large sized ceramic coffee table signed by Roger Capron. Tiles manufactured in Vallauris, France features Capron's unique "Sho-gun" textured design in the palette of yellow and green...
Ceramic, Textile, Mahogany
Roger Capron 'Shogun' Ceramic Coffee Table
By Roger Capron
Located in Antwerp, BE
Mid-Century Modern ceramic tile top coffee table by Roger Capron, France 1960s features his unique "Sho-gun" textured tiles. Tiles manufactured in Vallauris, France. Teak, walnut, ...
Ceramic, Teak, Walnut
Roger Capron ‘Shogun’ Coffee Table in Ceramic
By Roger Capron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Roger Capron, 'Shogun’ coffee table, bi-color ceramic, beech, France, 1960s French coffee table with wonderful composed ceramic tiles by French designer Roger Capron.
Ceramic, Beech
Roger Capron ‘Shogun’ Coffee Table in Ceramic
By Roger Capron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Roger Capron, 'Shogun’ coffee table, bi-color ceramic, beech, France, 1960s French coffee table with wonderful composed ceramic tiles by French designer Roger Capron.
Ceramic, Beech
Roger Capron ‘Shogun’ Coffee Table in Ceramic
By Roger Capron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Roger Capron, coffee table, ceramic, stained beech, France, 1960s French coffee table with wonderful composed ceramic tiles by French designer Roger Capron. Both the tiles as well a...
Ceramic, Beech
Roger Capron, "Shogun" coffee table, signed, 1960 , France
By Roger Capron
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Roger Capron "Shogun" Coffee Table, 1960s French Design, Ceramic & Wood, Japandi Style Description: This iconic "Shogun" coffee table by Roger Capron, created in France during ...
Ceramic, Wood
Shogun Coffee Table by Roger Capron, France, 1960s
By Roger Capron
Located in Antwerp, BE
"Shogun" coffee table by Roger Capron (1922-2006), a stunning piece featuring a tray decorated with ceramic tiles, showcasing grooves in rich brown and ivory colors on a cream backgr...
Ceramic, Wood
"Shogun" Ceramic Coffee Table by Roger Capron, France, 1960s
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
"Shogun" ceramic coffee table by Roger Capron, France, 1960s.
Ceramic
"Shogun" Ceramic Coffee Table by Roger Capron, France, 1960s
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
"Shogun" ceramic coffee table by Roger Capron, France, 1960s.
Ceramic
"Shogun" Ceramic Coffee Table by Roger Capron, France, 1960s
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
"Shogun" Ceramic coffee table by Roger Capron, France, 1960s.
Ceramic
"Shogun" Ceramic Coffee Table by Roger Capron, France, 1960s
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
"Shogun" Ceramic Coffee Table by Roger Capron, France, 1960s Smaller model
Ceramic
Ceramic Coffee Table "Shogun" by Roger Capron, France, 1970s
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
Ceramic coffee table model "Shogun" by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, early 1970s.
Ceramic, Wood
Ceramic Coffee Table "Shogun" by Roger Capron, France, 1970s
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
Ceramic coffee table model "Shogun" by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, early 1970s.
Ceramic, Wood
Ceramic Coffee Table "Shogun" by Roger Capron, France, 1970s
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
Ceramic coffee table model "Shogun" by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, early 1970s.
Ceramic
"Shogun" coffee table by Roger Capron, Vallauris, 1970's
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
Shogun ceramic top and wood feet coffee table by Roger Capron, 1970's
Ceramic, Wood
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H 11.5 in W 39 in D 27 in
Roger Capron Shogun Low French Ceramic Coffee Table Vallauris Signed R Capron
By Roger Capron
Located in Chicago, IL
Roger Capron Sho-Gun or Shogun model coffee table with ceramic tile top with beige brown enameled tiles on mahogany base and feet.
Ceramic, Mahogany
Roger Capron ‘Shogun’ Coffee Table in Ceramic and Mahogany
By Roger Capron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Roger Capron, side table ‘Shogun’, bicolor ceramic, mahogany, France, 1960s French coffee table with wonderful composed ceramic tiles by French designer Roger Capron.
Ceramic, Mahogany
Roger Capron ‘Shogun’ Coffee Table in Ceramic and Wood
By Roger Capron
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Roger Capron, coffee table, ceramic, stained beech, France, 1960s Lovely French coffee table with wonderful composed ceramic tiles by French designer Roger Capron. Both the tiles as...
Ceramic, Beech
Ceramic coffee table "Shogun" by Roger Capron, France, 1960's
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
Small Shogun coffee table by Roger Capron Ceramic top and wood feet - rare with this material 1960's
Ceramic, Wood
Ceramic Shogun coffee table by Roger Capron, France, 1960's
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
Small Shogun coffee table by Roger Capron, signed
Ceramic, Wood
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H 11.82 in W 38.59 in D 26.78 in
"Shogun" Ceramic Coffee Table by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, 1970s
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
"Shogun" ceramic coffee table by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, 1970s
Ceramic
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H 11.82 in W 38.59 in D 26.78 in
"Shogun" Ceramic Coffee Table by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, 1970s
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
"Shogun" ceramic coffee table by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, 1970s.
Ceramic
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H 14.18 in W 52.76 in D 26.78 in
"Shogun" Ceramic Coffee Table by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, 1970s
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
"Shogun" ceramic coffee table by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, 1970s
Ceramic
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H 14.18 in W 38.59 in D 26.78 in
"Shogun" Ceramic Coffee Table by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, 1970s
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
"Shogun" Ceramic Coffee Table by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, 1970s
Ceramic
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H 11.03 in W 26.78 in D 38.59 in
Mid-Century Ceramic "Shogun" Coffee Table Capron, Vallauris, France, 1960s
By Roger Capron
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
"Shogun" ceramic coffee table by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, 1960s Signed.
Ceramic, Wood
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H 11.82 in W 52.76 in D 26.78 in
"Shogun" ceramic coffee table by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, 1970s
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
"Shogun" ceramic coffee table by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, 1970s Larger model
Ceramic
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H 11.82 in W 53.15 in D 26.78 in
"Shogun" Ceramic Coffee Table by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, 1970s
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
"Shogun" ceramic coffee table by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, 1970s Larger model.
Ceramic
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H 11.03 in W 38.59 in D 26.78 in
"Shogun" Ceramic Coffee Table by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, 1970s
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
"Shogun" ceramic coffee table by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, 1970s Smaller model.
Ceramic
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H 11.03 in W 38.59 in D 26.78 in
"Shogun" ceramic coffee table by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, 1970s
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
"Shogun" ceramic coffee table by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, 1970s Smaller model
Ceramic
Ceramic Shogun coffee table by Roger Capron, France, 1970's
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
Shogun coffee table by Roger Capron, wood and ceramic, signed, 1970's
Ceramic
Gianfranco Frattini Nesting Table 1970s
By Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Čelinac, BA
Gianfranco Frattini Nesting Table 1970s
Glass, Wood
LU Louis Sconce AS
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome LU Louis sconce AS. An all brass wall sconce in an aged silver finish with patterned perforations by Lumfardo Luminaires. Made contemporary in the US. Multiples available fo...
Brass, Nickel
$6,500 / item
H 14 in W 36 in D 20 in
Modern Oval Coffee Table in Oak Wood Cylinder Base and Glass by Ercole Home
By Ercole Home
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Palazzo oval coffee table with green and ivory glass sits on 2 Rift White Oak Wood pedestals by Ercole Home. This new bespoke coffee table design by Ercole Home is available today fo...
Art Glass, Cut Glass, Walnut
Murano Sputnik Spherical Green Glass and Brass Chandelier
Located in Roma, Lazio
A fantastic emerald green sputnik, with a surprising design and for its very low height, which allows it to fit in both high and low ceilings. Very elegant, it will furnish and decor...
Brass
Frosted Murano Glass Wall Sconces
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Frosted Murano glass wall sconces with brass hardware holding four sources of light.
Brass
$950 / item
H 25.6 in W 32.67 in D 13.78 in
New Black Wrought Iron Curule Bench with Cushion, Savonarola, Throne
Located in Miami, FL
New black wrought iron curule bench with cushion, Savonarola, Throne. Cushion included.
Iron
Elegant Mid-Century Desk Designed by Severin Hansen Jr. 1950s
By Haslev Mobelsnedkeri, Severin Hansen
Located in Lejre, DK
This desk is an iconic example of Danish midcentury design, created by the talented designer Severin Hansen and manufactured by the renowned Haslev Møbelfabrik in the 1950s. The desk...
Rosewood
$38,400 / set
H 23.63 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Two-tone Velvet, Set of 8
By Mario Bellini, B&B Italia
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, velvet, metal and plastic, Italy, 1970, eight elements. "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. Our atelier carefully res...
Plastic, Velvet
Crackle Textured Handmade Ceramic Mushroom Lamp, Blue
By Ethan Streicher, Streicher Goods
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Every mushroom lamp is hand-made and hand-painted by Ethan Streicher, the founder and designer behind the Streicher Goods brand in Brooklyn, NY. The lamp's silhouette is simple and c...
Brass
Charlotte Perriand "Rio" Coffee Table in Cane by Cassina
By Charlotte Perriand, Cassina
Located in Berlin, DE
Price is dependent on the chosen material. Also available in marble. The low table by Charlotte Perriand is composed of six segments of different radius, arranged in a circle but o...
Cane, Wood
$37,200 / set
H 23.63 in W 35.44 in D 35.44 in
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" Sofa for B&B Italia, Green Velvet, 1970, Set of 6
By B&B Italia, Mario Bellini
Located in Lonigo, Veneto
Mario Bellini "Camaleonda" modular sofa for B&B Italia, green velvet, Italy, 1970, set of six. "Camaleonda" is an icon, rediscovered. Our atelier carefully restored this vintage...
Plastic, Velvet
$4,400
H 10.63 in W 30.52 in D 30.52 in
Roger Capron Round Coffee Table with Floral Imprints in Ceramic and Wood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Roger Capron, coffee table, ceramic, beech, France, 1960s This table is another exquisite example of Roger Capron’s work, showcasing a round tabletop composed of his preferred mater...
Ceramic, Beech
$4,150
H 10.63 in W 51.97 in D 24.81 in
Roger Capron “Garrigue” Ceramic & Bent Beechwood Coffee Table, France, 1960s
By Roger Capron
Located in Almelo, NL
Rare Roger Capron coffee table featuring original Garrigue ceramic tiles set in a solid bent beechwood frame with elegant waterfall ends. A sculptural and highly collectible example ...
Ceramic, Beech, Bentwood
$28,231 / set
H 29.93 in W 25.6 in D 25.6 in
Very Rare Pair of Leather and steel Lounge Chairs by Paul Geoffroy for Uginox
By Paul Geoffroy, Uginox
Located in Echt, NL
Iconic pair of lounge chairs in excellent condition. Deigned by Paul Geoffroy and manufactured by Uginox in the 1970s in France. Striking design composed of curved stainless steel ...
Steel, Stainless Steel
$2,540
H 27.56 in W 31.5 in D 15.75 in
A Mid-Century Modern Cabinet, in Style of Jean Prouvé, Sweden c. 1950s
By Jean Prouvé
Located in Hønefoss, 30
A Mid Century Modern Cabinet, in the Style of Jean Prouvé, Sweden, 1950s A Swedish cabinet produced in the 1950s. Executed in wood with a restrained and functional design, defined b...
Wood
Parchment Directional Sconces, Made in Italy
Located in Culver City, CA
Made in Italy Parchment shades on patinated brass arm. 8"w x 14”d x 13”h *Please Note: This fixture is made in Italy, and comes newly wired (eu wiring). It is not UL Listed. Stand...
Brass
Roger Capron is best known for his geometrically complex, vibrantly colored tile-topped coffee tables. These mid-century furnishings, with their comely palettes and playful arrangements of abstract forms or natural-world motifs, are approachable yet sophisticated. They draw on Scandinavian modernism and exemplify the Parisian ceramist’s belief in ensuring that things of beauty are easily and widely accessible, a principle espoused by French decorative artist and designer René Gabriel.
Capron graduated in 1943 from the School of Applied Arts in Paris. In a small atelier he later founded with Robert Picault and Jean Derval in Vallauris, Capron made alluring sculptures, table lamps and other objects and found inspiration in the work of Pablo Picasso, who had also opened an atelier in the region. He parted ways with his fellow ceramists in 1952 in order to open his own manufactory, Atelier Capron.
Initially staffed by a handful of workers, Atelier Capron captured international attention. His pieces were sold in stores such as Saks Fifth Avenue and Gimbels. Later, Capron’s wife, Jacotte, studied art and became a valued collaborator. Owing in part to her expertise in mixing pigments and glazes, Capron’s best-known ceramics feature dazzling colors and whimsical characters. Like Picasso, he experimented with many artistic styles and never settled on one technique for too long. His coffee tables, side tables and decorative objects are among the most enduring and coveted designs of the mid-century modern era.
While Capron’s factory had grown tenfold by 1980, it shut down a few years later after a slew of competitors began mass-producing cheaper imitations.
Capron won an award at the Milan Triennial in 1954 and International Grand Prize for Ceramics in 1970. His works have been displayed in the Musée National de la Céramique and the Musée Magnelli.
On 1stDibs, find vintage Roger Capron ceramics, tables and other decorative objects and furniture.
As a practical focal point in your living area, antique and vintage coffee tables and cocktail tables are an invaluable addition to any interior.
Low tables that were initially used as tea tables or coffee tables have been around since at least the mid- to late-1800s. Early coffee tables surfaced in Victorian-era England, likely influenced by the use of tea tables in Japanese tea gardens. In the United States, furniture makers worked to introduce low, long tables into their offerings as the popularity of coffee and “coffee breaks” took hold during the late 19th century and early 20th century.
It didn’t take long for coffee tables and cocktail tables to become a design staple and for consumers to recognize their role in entertaining no matter what beverages were being served. Originally, these tables were as simple as they are practical — as high as your sofa and made primarily of wood. In recent years, however, metal, glass and plastics have become popular in coffee tables and cocktail tables, and design hasn’t been restricted to the conventional low profile, either.
Visionary craftspeople such as Paul Evans introduced bold, geometric designs that challenge the traditional idea of what a coffee table can be. The elongated rectangles and wide boxy forms of Evans’s desirable Cityscape coffee table, for example, will meet your needs but undoubtedly prove imposing in your living space.
If you’re shopping for an older coffee table to bring into your home — be it an antique Georgian-style coffee table made of mahogany or walnut with decorative inlays or a classic square mid-century modern piece comprised of rosewood designed by the likes of Ettore Sottsass — there are a few things you should keep in mind.
Both the table itself and what you put on it should align with the overall design of the room, not just by what you think looks fashionable in isolation. According to interior designer Tamara Eaton, the material of your vintage coffee table is something you need to consider. “With a glass coffee table, you also have to think about the surface underneath, like the rug or floor,” she says. “With wood and stone tables, you think about what’s on top.”
Find the perfect centerpiece for any room, no matter what your personal furniture style on 1stDibs — shop Art Deco coffee tables, travertine coffee tables and other antique and vintage coffee tables and cocktail tables today.