A series of side tables, which were designed by Constant Nieuwenhuys in 1953

The “IJhorst tables” are the most catching result of this. These little tables show the transition between Constants Cobra-years and the unique and large scaled New Babylon project, and therefore mark a turning point in his works. For Constant the tables offered a unique opportunity to apply his new abstract sculptures in practice.

The frame of the tables shows a construction of thin steel wire, where push- and tractive powers become visible in an elegant way. Fragile and frivolous, and exceedingly strong. The distinctive frame fits perfectly in the time frame of the fifties. Designers like Charles Eames and artists like Naum Gabo used a comparable clear play of lines, where construction and aesthetics come together.

In the history of Dutch furniture, IJhorst fulfills a unique place. It was no designer or architect, who was responsible for this design, but an expressive artist. Sixty years later the little tables still look as bright and elegant as at that time. It again proves that Martin Visser had a good sense for classic designs that remain up to date longer than one generation.

IJhorst is available in 3 sizes (S,M,L).

IJhorst S Round 26x31(h) cm

IJhorst M Round 50x43(h) cm

IJhorst L Round 60x46(h) cm

The frame is powder-coated with a fine structure in Ral 9005 black. The top is available with an American walnut veneer and with an “Extreme matt” laminate (grey and ruby red). The largest size (L) is also available with clear and smoked glass (anthracite) and a stainless steel frame.