Sylvia Coffee Table

The Sylvia is a low, sculptural coffee table from Four Hands that pairs a slim onyx surface with a heavy base of deep grey oak veneer. Three wide, chunky legs form a tripod, and the thinner top appears to nestle into the frame rather than sit on it. The outline is irregular and organic, so the table reads differently from each side of the room. Onyx is a natural stone, which means the veining and cream tones vary from one table to the next.

The mix of dark wood and pale stone gives the table a quiet contrast, with the grey finish letting the oak grain show through. The shaping sits between geometric and soft, closer to a boulder or a pebble than to a standard rectangle. It works with curved sofas, boucle and linen upholstery, and rooms that already have a few strong silhouettes competing for attention.

Set it at the center of a seating area where its shape can be seen from every angle. The surface is suited to a stack of books, a low bowl, or a tray of drinks, and the felt pads on the feet protect hardwood floors. It is a substantial piece, so give it room to be walked around.