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Kaizo Oto Gold Black And Steel Art Deco Inspired Round Glass Top Coffee Table

About the Item

Beautifully designed vintage 1980s steel and glass Modern coffee table by Kaizo Oto. Produced by Design Institute of America, the coffee table borrows elements of Art Deco, De Stijl, and Bauhaus Modernism into sublimely elegant form. The luxurious, half-inch thick glass top allows the viewer to appreciate the artistry of the base. The geometric design is a triumph of aesthetics. Each shape is expertly balanced both visually and physically. Oto achieves harmony by masterfully composing asymmetric and contrasting forms. There are whispers of Mondrian and Frank Lloyd Wright in this work, brought to an inventive, modern standard. The base is made of gold colored metal, natural-toned and black painted steel. The finish is completely original. Crafted from steel, brass-toned, and black-finished metal, each bracket, support, and form is individually scaled for visual harmony and stability. Elegant in its complexity, the table invites admiration from every vantage point. Produced in the 1980s for the Design Institute of America under the Kaizo Oto name, this piece exhibits original finish and character. Patina and minor surface wear (particularly on the steel base) add depth and authenticity without diminishing its striking visual presence. The glass is intact, with no chips or cracks. Comparable Kaizo Oto coffee tables—beloved for their inventive form and collectible quality—typically appear between approximately $3,000 and $5,400, depending on finish and rarity. This particular gold-black-steel iteration offers exceptional dramatic flair while remaining functionally elegant. The sheer presence of this table transforms a room: the reflective glass emphasizes the structural dance of metal below, drawing the eye into its interplay of mass and shadow. It is an objet d'art as much as a tabletop—perfect for gallery-inspired spaces, minimalist lounges, or offices that prize architectural poise. Beautifully designed vintage 1980s steel and glass Modern coffee table by Kaizo Oto. Produced by Design Institute of America, the coffee table borrows elements of Art Deco, De Stijl, and Bauhaus Modernism into sublimely elegant form. The luxurious, half-inch thick glass top allows the viewer to appreciate the artistry of the base. The geometric design is a triumph of aesthetics. Each shape is expertly balanced both visually and physically. Oto achieves harmony by masterfully composing asymmetric and contrasting forms. There are whispers of Mondrian and Frank Lloyd Wright in this work, brought to an inventive, modern standard. The base is made of gold colored metal, natural-toned and black painted steel. The finish is completely original. This listing is for the coffee table alone. Chair and accessories pictured are not included. Base 41.25” Diameter x 13” High Glass 43.75” Diameter x .5” Thick Total height with glass 13.5″ Condition: Original condition. Clean finish on base except some minor scratches and patina. Glass has some scratches.
  • Creator:
    Kaizo Oto (Designer)
  • Similar to:
    Paul Evans (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 13.5 in (34.29 cm)Diameter: 43.75 in (111.13 cm)
  • Style:
    Post-Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1980-1989
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1980's
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. VERY VERY GOOD original condition. Clean finish on base except some minor scratches and patina. Glass has some scratches.
  • Seller Location:
    Chattanooga, TN
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2255341109272