‘Arabesk’ Rosewood & Glass Coffee Table, Wards Ateljéer, Tibro, Sweden circa 1965

A sculptural rosewood coffee table, model ‘Arabesk’, produced by Wards Ateljéer in Tibro, Sweden around 1965. The base is formed from two elegantly curved supports connected by stretchers, creating a light yet stable structure. The top is clear glass, allowing the expressive lines of the frame and the rich grain of the rosewood to remain visible from every angle.

Model ‘Arabesk’ is a refined example of Swedish mid-century design, blending organic curves with precision joinery. Tibro, a small town in southern Sweden, has a long tradition of high-quality furniture making, and Wards Ateljéer was among its respected workshops. Rosewood — prized in the 1960’s for its depth of colour and distinctive figuring — gives the piece both visual warmth and a sense of luxury.

This table works equally well in minimalist interiors or in more eclectic spaces, where its organic form and materials can act as a focal point. The transparent glass top enhances a sense of openness while offering practical surface space.

• Length 135 cm, Width 94 cm, Height 47,5 cm
• Rosewood base, glass top
• Model: ‘Arabesk’
• Manufacturer: Wards Ateljéer
• Period: circa 1965
• Made in Sweden
• Excellent vintage condition, minor signs of use consistent with age

ABOUT WARDS ATELJÉER
Based in Tibro, Sweden, Wards Ateljéer was active during the mid-20th century, producing finely crafted furniture in the modernist idiom. The company’s work reflects the high level of woodworking skill associated with Tibro’s cabinetmaking tradition, often using premium materials such as rosewood and teak. Designs like the ‘Arabesk’ table demonstrate an interest in sculptural form and open structures that give each piece an architectural presence.