Bell Coffee Table (Silver collection) from classicon

The “Bell Table” coffee table by Sebastian Herkner turns our perceptual habits on their head, using the lightweight, fragile material of glass as base for a metal top that seems to float above it. Hand-blown in the traditional manner using a wooden mould, the transparent tinted glass base asserts a sculptural presence in space, contrasting intriguingly with the solid brass frame on top while also forming with it a harmonious unit recalling the elegant curving silhouette of a bell.

With its appealing reflective surfaces and contrasting materials, the side table adds a distinctive touch to domestic interiors. It celebrates the beauty of the materials with their colours and surfaces, along with the virtues of handcraftsmanship. The Bell Table by Sebastian Herkner is a masterwork of traditional hand craftsmanship. Each table is handmade, meaning that small bubbles or bumps in the glass are not flaws but rather desirable characteristics marking each piece as unique.

Clean, urban, industrial – silver-toned metals evoke a wide range of associations. Inspired by this timeless aesthetic and its effect, ClassiCon presents selected contemporary designs featuring a new look. Since the material revolution brought about by tubular steel, chrome-plated steel in particular has come to symbolise future-oriented design and timeless elegance. But other metals, such as polished aluminium, also oscillate between industrial charm and modern clarity.

The addition of a neutral silver tone to the material palette opens up a wealth of new design possibilities. Here, the interplay with light and other surfaces takes centre stage – as does the premium craftsmanship behind each piece.