A solid wood coffee table characterised by extreme technological complexity and formal simplicity of design, conceptualised in 1969 for the Japanese Embassy in Paris. Its synthesis originates with the strong emotion experienced by Charlotte Perriand upon the fortuitous sight of an almost cyclopean boulder, whose weight was significantly softened by natural polishing caused by marine erosion.
Hence, the thickness of the top and the concave development of the edge that imbue the model with a bold aesthetic and tactile presence.
The contrast between the figurative impact and the rational perception of its actual weight defines the uniqueness of this piece which, thanks to the elaborate manufacturing techniques, is resistant to warping over time to which wooden structures are often subjected.
In addition to the versions in oak and Canaletto walnut, there is now a selection of Cassina glossy and matte lacquer finishes that offers a more versatile, contemporary interpretation while preserving the elegance and distinctiveness of the original design.
