Contemporary Espresso Wooden Coffee Table with Glass Insert
Table (Coffee Table / Low Table) · Contemporary / Transitional (2000s-Present) · Unidentified contemporary mass-market manufacturer (e.g., Target, IKEA, Ashley Furniture, Wayfair, or Rooms To Go).
Type
Table (Coffee Table / Low Table)
Style Period
Contemporary / Transitional (2000s-Present)
Material
Engineered wood or hardwood with wood veneer (likely rubberwood or MDF with oak/ash veneer), tempered dark tint or frosted/opaque glass center insert.
Age Estimate
Circa 2005-2020.
Dimensions
Height: ~16-18 inches; Width: ~24-28 inches; Length: ~48-52 inches.
Origin
Likely manufactured in Asia (Vietnam, China, or Malaysia) for retail distribution in North America/Europe.
Designer/Maker
Unidentified contemporary mass-market manufacturer (e.g., Target, IKEA, Ashley Furniture, Wayfair, or Rooms To Go).
Value Estimate
$40 - $120 (Estimated resale/secondary market value depending on venue).
Description
A functional contemporary rectangular coffee table featuring a dark espresso wood finish with exposed open grain texture. The tabletop features a thick outer wooden frame that encapsulates a dark inset glass panel, offering a clean, geometric silhouette suitable for modern living rooms.
Key Features
Flush-set central dark glass panel insert, deep espresso finish, straight square block legs, wide wooden perimeter frame.
Color & Finish
Dark espresso / dark wenge finish with a low-gloss satin sheen showing prominent open wood grain texture.
Construction Method
Mass-produced factory manufacturing using cam-lock fasteners, dowels, and internal corner brackets for leg assembly.
Joinery & Craftsmanship
Modern production joinery using concealed mechanical fasteners (cam screws, dowels, bolted straight legs); crisp square edges.
Wood Grain & Species
Straight-grained ash or oak veneer stained dark espresso to highlight porous grain structure.
Surface Treatment
Dark espresso stain with a protective clear polyurethane/lacquer topcoat; inset recessed frame holding a flush glass panel.
Upholstery Details
Not applicable (non-upholstered piece).
Hardware & Fittings
Internal structural hardware (metal corner brackets, bolts, leg levelers); no exterior decorative pulls visible.
Origin & Provenance
Likely manufactured in Asia (Vietnam, China, or Malaysia) for retail distribution in North America/Europe.
Condition Notes
Good overall condition. Shows minor surface scuffs, light smudges on the glass inset, and small edge wear consistent with normal residential use.
Interesting Facts
Glass-top coffee tables gained widespread popularity in mid-to-late 20th-century design to create visual lightness in small living spaces, while espresso-stained wood dominated modern home decor trends in the mid-2000s.
Cultural Significance
Reflects the early 2000s suburban home aesthetic emphasizing rich, dark wood tones combined with functional glass surfaces for easy maintenance.
Similar Pieces
Parson's style coffee table (lacks glass insert); Mission style coffee table (uses lighter oak and slatted sides); Mid-Century Modern coffee table (tapered legs, warm teak/walnut tones).
Care & Maintenance
Clean wood frame with a damp microfiber cloth and mild soap; clean glass insert separately with glass cleaner. Avoid harsh abrasives that could scratch the espresso finish.
Value Estimate
$40 - $120 (Estimated resale/secondary market value depending on venue).
Sustainability Notes
Mass-produced furniture featuring composite wood and glass inserts is functional and durable for household use, though challenging to fully recycle at end of life.