Why Everyone Needs a Coffee Table
Few pieces of furniture have the cultural impact of the Noguchi Coffee Table. Designed by Isamu Noguchi in the 1940s, this sculptural table has been immortalized through appearances in TV and film. Most notably, it became a centerpiece in the hit show Mad Men, where mid-century modern interiors took center stage. For fans of The Big Lebowski, the table also makes an appearance, subtly reinforcing its status as a symbol of artistic, sophisticated design. If you want to see the Noguchi table up close, you can find it displayed at the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York. Its glass top resting on two curved wooden legs forms an…