Noguchi rudder

An updated archival piece from 1949, the Noguchi Rudder Table is a sculptural and deceptively simple coffee table designed by Isamu Noguchi.‎ It stands on two chrome hairpin legs and one in wood reminiscent of a ship’s rudder.‎ Graceful and visually light, the table has Trivalent chrome steel legs that offer a pleasing contrast to the natural look of the rudder and top — available in Walnut, Ebony on Maple, or White Ash finish options.‎The Noguchi Rudder table is both surface and sculpture.‎ Its asymmetrical yet balanced composition marries nature with industry, beauty with function.‎ The shape of its veneered top and the combination of metal and wood legs are true to Noguchi’s original design.‎ Two subtle metal hairpin legs suggest the top rests on the rudder-shaped leg, lending a visual lightness and grace to the whole.‎Much like the designer’s iconic glass-topped table, the Rudder Table exemplifies Noguchi’s skilful use of deceptively simple organic forms to create highly functional and beautiful furniture.‎ Designed in 1944 and introduced for sale in 1949, the Rudder series originally included coffee and dining-height tables, as well as stools.‎ To distinguish this authentic reproduction, we have etched Noguchi’s signature on a medallion affixed to the underside of the top.‎