Postmodern coffee table, Italy 1980s

Superb postmodern coffee table in glossy red lacquer with a base shaped like a woman's body and a glass top. This unique table attracts all eyes thanks to its special shape. The base of the table, made of epoxy resin, resembles a beautifully curved female form. The glossy red lacquer highlights the curved shapes. The glass top adds lightness to the whole. The shape and colour of the table are typical of the 1980s. Postmodern design was a short-lived movement in the early 1980s, but its designers are still highly regarded today. Postmodern furniture sought to embrace everything flashy, unconventional, and colourful. Some famous Italian designers include Alessandro Mendini and Ettore Sottsass. Materials and techniques: lacquered, epoxy resin, glass. Origin: Italy. Period: 1980 – 1989. Date of manufacture: around 1980. Condition: good vintage condition, wear consistent with age and use.