Counter Height Dining Set with Glass Top and Upholstered Chairs
Table and Seating Set (Subcategory: Dining Set / Pub Table Set) · Contemporary / Modern (Circa 1990s-2010s) · Unbranded mass-market contemporary furniture manufacturer (commonly found through furniture retailers like Rooms To Go, Ashley Furniture, or similar contemporary importers).
Type
Table and Seating Set (Subcategory: Dining Set / Pub Table Set)
Style Period
Contemporary / Modern (Circa 1990s-2010s)
Material
Tempered or textured sea-green art glass top, dark stained hardwood (likely rubberwood or birch) for the table base and chair frames, faux leather (vinyl/PU) upholstery for the chairs with interior foam padding.
Age Estimate
Estimated to have been manufactured around 2000 to 2015 based on the style, color palette, and materials popular during the postmodern/contemporary casual dining trend.
Dimensions
Table height approximately 36 inches (standard counter height), width and depth approximately 48 inches across the rounded triangular shape. Chairs have a seat height of roughly 24 inches and an overall height of about 40 inches.
Origin
Likely manufactured in East Asia (China or Vietnam) for the global contemporary furniture market.
Designer/Maker
Unbranded mass-market contemporary furniture manufacturer (commonly found through furniture retailers like Rooms To Go, Ashley Furniture, or similar contemporary importers).
Value Estimate
Estimated secondhand market value between $150 to $350 depending on local demand and exact condition, as contemporary mass-market sets depreciate quickly after initial retail purchase.
Description
This striking contemporary counter-height dining set brings a fresh, modern aesthetic to casual dining spaces. The ensemble centers around a unique rounded-triangle table featuring a vibrant, sea-green textured glass top supported by a bold, sculptural dark wood pedestal base. Accompanied by four matching counter-height stools, the chairs showcase dark wood frames, comfortable cream-colored faux leather upholstery, and a stylish square cutout in the backrest that adds visual lightness and architectural interest.
Key Features
Distinctive rounded-triangle sea-green glass table top, sculptural dark wood pedestal base, counter-height pub-style profile, and matching chairs with architectural square cutouts in the backrests.
Color & Finish
The table top is a translucent sea-green/turquoise with a textured or frosted finish. The wood components feature a dark espresso or mahogany satin stain and clear protective lacquer finish. The chair upholstery is a crisp off-white or cream.
Construction Method
Factory-manufactured flat-pack or modular assembly using metal bolts and threaded inserts. The table features a central pedestal base with interlocking vertical panels supporting a heavy glass top, while the chairs use mortise and tenon style joints reinforced with corner blocks.
Joinery & Craftsmanship
Standard commercial mass-produced joinery relying on dowels, corner brackets, and metal fasteners. Clean modern lines with precise cuts, though intended for consumer assembly rather than high-end artisan craftsmanship.
Wood Grain & Species
Straight-grained hardwood finished with a dark, opaque-to-translucent dark brown stain that masks the underlying wood species, likely an Asian hardwood such as rubberwood due to the manufacturing era.
Surface Treatment
Smooth satin lacquer finish on all wooden components; textured, slip-resistant or frosted treatment on the underside or surface of the colored glass table top.
Upholstery Details
Off-white faux leather (vinyl) covering high-density foam padding over a solid wood frame. The chairs feature a distinctive square cutout design in the upper backrest, edged with clean stitching and tailored weltless seams.
Hardware & Fittings
Concealed internal metal connector bolts, threaded inserts, and possibly rubber suction pads or spacers on the pedestal top to secure the heavy glass top safely.
Origin & Provenance
Likely manufactured in East Asia (China or Vietnam) for the global contemporary furniture market.
Condition Notes
Good overall used condition. The wooden bases show minor scuffs typical of garage storage, while the white upholstery appears relatively clean with minimal staining. The glass top shows no major chips or cracks visible, maintaining structural integrity.
Interesting Facts
The use of colored and textured glass for dining tables gained massive popularity in the late 1990s and 2000s as designers sought to break away from traditional all-wood or clear glass furniture, introducing pops of vibrant coastal colors into urban homes.
Cultural Significance
Represents the shift toward casual, open-concept kitchen and dining spaces in modern residential architecture, where counter-height dining acts as a bridge between kitchen prep and social entertaining areas.
Similar Pieces
Often compared to pub sets or breakfast nook sets featuring tempered glass tops and leatherette barstools. Distinguished primarily by the unique asymmetrical triangle shape of the tabletop and the specific geometric cutout in the chair backs.
Care & Maintenance
Clean glass top with standard glass cleaner and a microfiber cloth. Wipe faux leather upholstery with a damp cloth and mild soap; avoid harsh chemical solvents. Dust wooden parts regularly and check assembly bolts periodically to ensure stability.
Value Estimate
Estimated secondhand market value between $150 to $350 depending on local demand and exact condition, as contemporary mass-market sets depreciate quickly after initial retail purchase.
Sustainability Notes
Utilizes manufactured hardwood (often fast-growing plantation rubberwood) and durable synthetic materials like faux leather and tempered glass, offering longevity through easy-to-clean surfaces, though lacking traditional artisan eco-certifications.