DDR MODERN – TRIANGULAR MOSAIC SIDE TABLE – EAST GERMAN DESIGN ICON – c. 1970s
Original price was: € 125,00.€ 80,00Current price is: € 80,00.
Expressive triangular side table with ceramic mosaic top and brass trim, a characteristic piece of DDR modernist interior design from the 1970s.
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A bold and sculptural East German triangular side table, produced in the former GDR (DDR) during the 1970s. The tabletop is decorated with an eye-catching abstract ceramic mosaic in tones of black, grey, and white, framed with a riveted brass border for a distinctive retro look. Three slender tapered legs in beechwood complete the dynamic silhouette.
This type of piece was widely produced in small-scale East German furniture workshops, intended to bring modern design into socialist-era households. Its geometric shape and mosaic finish reflect the playful, functional spirit of the period.
The table remains in very good vintage condition, with signs of gentle use and characterful patina. Ideal as a cocktail table, plant stand, or decorative accent in eclectic interiors.
Origin / Period / Material / Dimensions:
East Germany (DDR), circa 1970s
Ceramic mosaic, brass edging, solid beech legs
Height: 39 cm
Width: 50 cm (measured at widest point)
| Condition | Good |
|---|---|
| Origin | Germany |
| Material | Ceramic, Wood |
| Period | 1950-2000 |
| Style | Mid-Century Modern |
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