An elegant example of early Bauhaus furniture design, the B 14 table was designed by Marcel Breuer and manufactured by Mücke & Melder in Czechoslovakia during the 1930s.
The table combines a square walnut-veneered wooden top with four slender chrome-plated tubular steel legs. Its remarkably simple construction creates a refined architectural silhouette, expressing the Bauhaus principles of functional clarity, geometric precision, and the harmonious combination of industrial materials and traditional craftsmanship.
The warm walnut veneer provides a beautiful contrast to the polished chrome, while the softly rounded corners and understated proportions lend the design a timeless character. The legs are attached directly beneath the tabletop using circular metal mounting plates, emphasizing the straightforward, functional approach characteristic of early modernist furniture.
With its generous 90 × 90 cm surface, the table is equally suitable as a compact dining table, occasional table, or distinctive centerpiece in a modernist interior.
Very well-preserved original vintage condition, retaining its original walnut veneer and chrome-plated steel legs. The wooden surface shows minor signs of age and use, including light scratches in the original lacquer. The chrome retains its original finish, with some surface scratches and localized oxidation. Overall, a beautifully preserved example with an attractive original patina.
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Designer: Marcel Breuer
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Manufacturer: Mücke & Melder
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Model: B 14
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Year: 1930s
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Origin: Czechoslovakia
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Materials: Walnut-veneered wood, chrome-plated tubular steel
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Condition: Very good original vintage condition, with minor wear, surface scratches, and localized oxidation
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Dimensions: H 75 × W 90 × D 90 cm
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