Rudolf Bernd Glatzel coffee table in rosewood Fristho The Netherlands 1962
Item description
Striking coffee table designed by Rudolf Bernd Glatzel for Fristho, The Netherlands 1962. It is a refined example of postwar European modernism. Its elegant structure combines a clear glass top with a sculptural base made of stainless steel and a gently curved rosewood stretcher, showcasing a perfect balance of material contrast and thoughtful proportion.
The transparent top floats lightly above the minimalist frame, allowing full visibility of the beautifully grained rosewood support, a signature detail that adds warmth and character to the otherwise industrial aesthetic. Precision joinery and exposed bolts lend the piece an architectural, almost engineered quality, while maintaining a sense of refinement.
Sophisticated and understated, this Glatzel design is more than a functional table, it’s a collectible statement piece that embodies the innovation and craftsmanship of early 1960s Dutch design. Ideal for both modernist interiors and eclectic spaces seeking a sculptural centerpiece.
The table is in very good original condition, the glass top has some superficial light scratches from use.
Price € 650,00 / $ 727.61
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Item details
| Designer | Rudolf Bernd Glatzel | |
| Type | Coffee table | |
| Manufacturer | Fristho Franeker | |
| Year | 1962 | |
| Country | The Netherlands | |
| Materials | Rosewood, brushed steel, glass | |
| Condition | Very good | |
| Height | 44 cm | |
| Width | 166 cm | |
| Depth | 70 cm |
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Item description
Striking coffee table designed by Rudolf Bernd Glatzel for Fristho, The Netherlands 1962. It is a refined example of postwar European modernism. Its elegant structure combines a clear glass top with a sculptural base made of stainless steel and a gently curved rosewood stretcher, showcasing a perfect balance of material contrast and thoughtful proportion.
The transparent top floats lightly above the minimalist frame, allowing full visibility of the beautifully grained rosewood support, a signature detail that adds warmth and character to the otherwise industrial aesthetic. Precision joinery and exposed bolts lend the piece an architectural, almost engineered quality, while maintaining a sense of refinement.
Sophisticated and understated, this Glatzel design is more than a functional table, it’s a collectible statement piece that embodies the innovation and craftsmanship of early 1960s Dutch design. Ideal for both modernist interiors and eclectic spaces seeking a sculptural centerpiece.
The table is in very good original condition, the glass top has some superficial light scratches from use.
€ 650,00 / $ 727.61
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