Diesis coffee table by Antonio Citterio & Paolo Nava for B&B Italia, 1980s

Timeless sophistication and sculptural precision. The Diesis coffee table is a celebrated design by Antonio Citterio and Paolo Nava, created in 1979 for B&B Italia. It is part of the Diesis collection, which includes sofas, daybeds, and various complementary tables—all known for their structural clarity and sophisticated use of materials. This table is a masterclass in minimalist elegance and architectural form. With its unmistakable Bauhaus-inspired structure, this iconic piece pairs an aerodynamic die-cast aluminium frame with a sleek glass top, creating a striking balance between lightness and stability. Every detail of the Diesis reflects the craftsmanship and innovation that define B&B Italia—whether in its precisely engineered joints or its seamless fusion of form and function. Ideal for contemporary interiors, this table is not just furniture—it is a statement of enduring design. The Diesis coffee table adapts effortlessly to modern living spaces, executive lounges, and refined hospitality settings. Condition: very good, with light scratching and a small chip in the glass. Key features: Designers: Antonio Citterio & Paolo Nava. Year: 1979. Manufacturer: B&B Italia (Italy). Materials: Die-cast aluminium frame, tempered glass top, black leather bottom. Style: Late-modernist / Bauhaus-inspired. Signature elements: Aerodynamic frame with angular legs, visibly engineered details and exposed joints, elegant proportions, and structural honesty.