1970s Italian Black Marble Round Dining Table
A Sculptural Masterpiece of Postwar Italian Design
This rare round dining table from the 1970s is a refined expression of Italian postwar design, where architectural clarity meets the dramatic elegance of natural stone. Carved entirely from solid black marble, the table embodies balance, monumentality, and timeless sophistication.
The circular top rests on a geometric pedestal base, emphasizing purity of form while celebrating the natural beauty of the material. The marble, identified as Nero Marquina–type black marble, features a deep black background animated by expressive white and warm mineral veining, giving each surface a unique character.
Minimal yet commanding, the table functions both as a dining surface and as a sculptural object. Its dark, elegant palette allows it to integrate seamlessly into contemporary interiors while standing out within curated design collections. Rooted in the Italian design ethos of the 1970s, this piece remains a timeless statement of material integrity and architectural beauty.
Measurements
Diameter: 110 cm
Height: 75 cm
Thickness: 3 cm
About Black Marble
Black marble has long been associated with monumentality and refinement in architecture and design. Nero Marquina marble, widely used in postwar Italian interiors, is prized for its intense black tone and striking natural veining. For collectors and designers, it represents a perfect balance between sculptural presence and enduring elegance.
A Sculptural Masterpiece of Postwar Italian Design
This rare round dining table from the 1970s is a refined expression of Italian postwar design, where architectural clarity meets the dramatic elegance of natural stone. Carved entirely from solid black marble, the table embodies balance, monumentality, and timeless sophistication.
The circular top rests on a geometric pedestal base, emphasizing purity of form while celebrating the natural beauty of the material. The marble, identified as Nero Marquina–type black marble, features a deep black background animated by expressive white and warm mineral veining, giving each surface a unique character.
Minimal yet commanding, the table functions both as a dining surface and as a sculptural object. Its dark, elegant palette allows it to integrate seamlessly into contemporary interiors while standing out within curated design collections. Rooted in the Italian design ethos of the 1970s, this piece remains a timeless statement of material integrity and architectural beauty.
Measurements
Diameter: 110 cm
Height: 75 cm
Thickness: 3 cm
About Black Marble
Black marble has long been associated with monumentality and refinement in architecture and design. Nero Marquina marble, widely used in postwar Italian interiors, is prized for its intense black tone and striking natural veining. For collectors and designers, it represents a perfect balance between sculptural presence and enduring elegance.
These are antique pieces and are sold as such. Although VV does its best to highlight major flaws, minor imperfections should be expected reflecting the age and previous use of the piece.
