French Pierre de Castries Limestone + Iron Coffee Table, 1970s
A French Pierre de Castries limestone and iron coffee table from the 1970s, defined by a long, pale stone surface and a spare framework of dark metal.
Quarried in southern France, Pierre de Castries limestone is valued for its soft mineral variation and natural patina. The limestone top moves through soft ivory and blush tones, with fine veins, scattered mineral markings, and subtle variations across its surface. A close-fitting iron border encloses the stone, drawing a dark line around the perimeter and giving the natural material a precise rectangular outline.
Beneath, four straight legs connect through low horizontal rails, leaving generous open space around the base. The iron carries a mottled brown-gray patina, its visible surface texture introducing depth within the construction.
At the center of the lower frame, six narrow iron bars span the two long rails, forming a small open rack. Their ends project slightly beyond the supports, making the construction itself a distinctive detail. The repeated lines create a measured rhythm beneath the broad, uninterrupted top and offer a place for a few books or magazines.
DIMENSIONS: 52"W x 20.25"D x 17.5"H
ORIGIN: France
PERIOD: 1970s
MATERIALS: Iron,Limestone
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