Massimo and Lella Vignelli "Metafora" Coffee Table, 1970s Vintage Glass and Marble Table for Martinelli Luce

Massimo and Lella Vignelli's Metafora coffee table for Martinelli Luce is a captivating piece that transcends traditional design boundaries. This table features a square glass plate resting atop four Black Marquina marble shapes, each symbolizing a form of Euclidean geometry and representing significant historical and cultural elements. The sphere embodies the globe, the pyramid signifies Egyptian civilization, the cylinder represents the Roman Empire, and the black cube represents the sacred black stone of Kabba at Mecca. With the ability to reposition the elements freely, the Metafora Table offers endless possibilities for a truly unique composition in any space.PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSMaterials: Glass, MarbleMeasurements: 38.59" D x 38.59" W x 10.24" HYear of Production: 1979Country of Origin: ItalyCondition: Very good, Original (see description for details)ABOUT THE DESIGNERBorn in Milan in 1931 and 1934, respectively, Massimo and Lella met while studying at the University of Venic