Light, sound and 180 million-year-old fossils are just some of the adventurous concepts furniture maker and designer Peter Draenert played with across his career. He creatively expanded the definition of a table beyond form and function, while including many different materials, ranging from marble and glass to granite, wood and travertine.
In 1968, Draenert and his wife Karin started the Draenert Company in Friedrichshafen, Germany. During the 1970s, the company made tables from oil slate with help from the state and research teams in Holzmaden, Germany. Using other materials like steel and natural stone, Draenert emphasized the artistic qualities of his furniture while adding functional aspects like drawers and hidden compartments.
Each of his dining tables included easy-to-use extensions, while his coffee tables featured a swivel plate or multiple levels for extra storage and display. In the 2000s, he experimented with light. Some of his tables doubled as alternative light sources, while others, like those made with German artist Walter Giers, used changing lights and patterns.
While best remembered for his tables, a range of furniture manufactured by his company has been collected by museums, including an armchair at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York and a cabinet at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of vintage Peter Draenert seating and tables.
Finale 1790 Travertine Coffee Table by Peter Draenert, 1970s
By Peter Draenert
Located in amstelveen, NL
Finale 1790 travertine dining table by German designer Peter Draenert. From the 1970s. Characterized by its sculptural presence and refined materiality, this table embodies the perf...
Travertine
Peter Draenert Klassik 1022 Couchtisch lang 120cm Design Glastisch
By Peter Draenert
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten einen wunderschönen und sehr gut erhaltenen Draenert Couchtisch in der längeren Version mit rund 120cm zum Verkauf an. Der Tisch besticht durch sein zeitloses Design und s...
Steel, Chrome
round couch table with black slade plate by draenert studios
By Peter Draenert
Located in Kiel, SH
round couch table with black slade plate by draenert studios in a good used conditions. No cracks or chips on a plate. Measurements: diameter 90 cm x high 45 cm
Slate
Peter Draenert Klassik Couchtisch 1022 quaratisch Glastisch
By Peter Draenert
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten einen wunderschönen und sehr gut erhaltenen Draenert Couchtisch in der quadratischen Version mit ca. 93,5cm Seitenlängen zum Verkauf an. Der Tisch besticht durch sein zeit...
Steel, Chrome
Elegant Midcentury Coffee Table by Peter Draenert for Draenert, 1960s, Germany
By Peter Draenert
Located in München, BY
Elegant Mid-Century Modern coffee table. Model 'Klassik 1022' with bronze anodized base. Designed by Peter Draenert for Draenert, 1960s, Germany. Executed in bronze anodized steel b...
Aluminum
Travertine Coffee Table by Peter Draenert, 1970s
By Peter Draenert
Located in Brussels, BE
Travertine Coffee Table by Peter Draenert, 1970s
Travertine
Round White Carrara Marble Coffee Table by Peter Draenert, 1970s
By Peter Draenert
Located in Brussels, BE
Round white carrara marble coffee table by Peter Draenert, 1970s Germany.
Carrara Marble
1960s Midcentury Coffee Table by Adrian Pearsall
By Adrian Pearsall
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Midcentury walnut coffee table designed and manufactured by Adrian Pearsall, circa 1960s. This stunning coffee table features a black laminated top with a black vinyl base. the coffe...
Faux Leather, Walnut
$14,900
H 15.75 in W 47.25 in D 47.25 in
Sculptural Coffee Table, Hand-Carved Stone & Onyx, 120cm Diameter, Panorammma
By Panorammma
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Rounded pillars of blue calcite, pink marble, caramel onyx and green onyx carry a black marble top to create Play-time Table; An elegant rendition of children’s furniture. A piece m...
Stone, Onyx, Marble
Sculptural Glass and Travertine Coffee Table, 1970s
By Tobia Scarpa
Located in Echt, NL
Sculptural coffee table in very good condition in the style of Tobia Scarpa The table consists of two multi-layered travertine bases and an oval glass top. The bases are made of 9 ...
Travertine
Vintage two tier travertine coffee table, 1970s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Timeless travertine coffee tables with two nicely shaped tops. The tops can be turned around to create a different setup. Beautiful arched base. Good condition. 1970s - Italy D...
Travertine
Vintage Italian Modern Travertine Coffee Table, 1970s
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Crafted in Italy during the 1970s, this vintage Italian Modern coffee table celebrates the timeless beauty of natural travertine. Carved from stone, the table showcases the distincti...
Travertine
Vintage travertine coffee table, 1970s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage travertine coffee table or side table from the 1970s. Nicely shaped 'rough' travertine table top The table is in good condition Timeless piece that fits almost any living...
Travertine
$4,060
H 15.75 in W 55.12 in D 20.87 in
1960s by Frattini for Bernini Italian Midcentury Design Coffee Table
By Bernini, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Brescia, IT
Gorgeous rosewood coffee table by Gianfranco Frattini for Cassina. Very good condition Any defects on the top (look at the pictures).
Wood
Copper and travertine coffee table by Belgochrom, 1970s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Vintage travertine top and copper base coffee table manufactured by Belgochrom in the 1970s. Beautiful natural travertine top combined with the soft copper coloured base looks great...
Travertine, Copper
Coffee table Design by Peter Ghyczy model T24 1970s 120x80x45
By Peter Ghyczy
Located in Oirlo, LI
Step into the world of iconic 1970s design with the Peter Ghyczy T24 table. This vintage coffee table is more than furniture—they are a statement of artistry and craftsmanship. Des...
Brass
Travertine and Wood Coffee Table, France 1970s
Located in Utrecht, NL
The 1970s were arguably one of the most interesting eras in French design, with “a lot going on” in the creative world. In part a reaction against the sleek modernism of mid-century ...
Travertine
Peter Hvidt "Pinwheel" Tables
By John Stuart, Peter Hvidt
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Complete set of six teak Model 523 tables, designed by Peter Hvidt and Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen, imported by John Stuart. The clever design allows for the tables to be used as singular ...
Brass
On Hold|$2,250
H 16 in W 39.25 in D 40.25 in
Peter Draenert "Klassik" Model 1022 Glass Coffee Table with Square Chrome Base
By Peter Draenert
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare Mid-Century 'Klassik' Model 1022 coffee table. Thick glass top and square chrome base. Designed by Dr. Peter Draenert, a philosopher and art historian, this table meshes a sleek...
Chrome
Peter Draenert Oval Coffee Table in White Marble for N
By Peter Draenert
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Peter Draenert, coffee table, marble, Germany, circa 1972 This strong cocktail table features a column foot and a thick oval tabletop. The aesthetics are archetypical for postmode...
Marble
Sold
H 17.72 in Dm 43.31 in
Peter Draenert Studios Coffee Table In Fossil Stone And Oak, Germany 1970s
By Peter Draenert
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Incredible Brutalist coffee table made from Fossil stone and oak veneer, by Peter Draenert for Draenert studios, Germany 1970s. A striking design which is defined by its fossil ston...
Stone
Design Couchtisch Draenert klassik klein Glas Chrom modern
By Peter Draenert
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten einen schönen Glas Couchtisch "klassik" in der Version/ Größe "60x60x40" von Draenert zum Verkauf an. Der Entwurf stammt von Dr Peter Draenert und zeichnet sich durch sein...
Steel, Chrome
Original Design Couchtisch Draenert klassik Glas Chrom modern
By Peter Draenert
Located in Berlin, DE
Wir bieten einen schönen Glas Couchtisch "klassik" von Draenert zum Verkauf an. Der Entwurf stammt von Dr Peter Draenert und zeichnet sich durch seine kufenförmigen, verchromten Tisc...
Steel, Chrome
Sold
H 15.75 in W 55 in D 28.625 in
‘Klassik 1022’ Coffee Table by Dr. Peter Draenert with Glass Top and Chrome Base
By Peter Draenert
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Peter Draenert ‘Klassik 1022’ coffee table with thick glass top and square chrome base. Glass is 3/4". In original condition with some scratching to frame and glass, as well as a sma...
Metal, Chrome
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H 16.54 in W 35.44 in D 32.49 in
Glass Coffee Table "Twist" by Wulf Schneider for Draenert, Germany 1990s
By Peter Draenert, Wulf Schneider
Located in DE MEERN, NL
GLASS COFFEE TABLE "TWIST" BY PROF. WULF SCHNEIDER FOR DRAENERT, GERMANY 1990s The "Twist" glass coffee table by Wulf Schneider for Draenert, Germany i...
Glass
Travertine Coffee Table by Peter Draenert, Germany Circa 1970
By Peter Draenert
Located in Culver City, CA
Travertine coffee table by Peter Draenert Germany Circa 1970 Circular travertine top on teardrop shaped metal form attached to travertine base. Measures: 43” diameter x 18.7...
Travertine, Metal
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H 15.75 in W 39.38 in D 40.56 in
German Chrome and Glass Coffee Table Model Klassik 1022 Van Peter Draenert, 1960
By Peter Draenert
Located in Oirlo, LI
German chrome and glass coffee table Model Klassik 1022 Van Peter Draenert, 1960s This famous coffee table is probably the first frameless table...
Chrome
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H 15.75 in W 39.38 in D 40.56 in
German Chrome and Glass Coffee Table Model Klassik 1022 Van Peter Draenert, 1960
By Peter Draenert
Located in Oirlo, LI
German chrome and glass coffee table Model Klassik 1022 Van Peter Draenert, 1960s This famous coffee table is probably the first frameless table...
Chrome
Sold
H 16.15 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Mid Century German Coffee Table Primus 1062 by Draenert in Chrome and Slate 1970
By Peter Draenert
Located in Berlin, DE
This mid century German coffee table model Primus 1062 by the company Draenert is made in chrome and slate and was produced around 1970. The slate top is top, without chips, cracks ...
Slate, Chrome
Round Solid Travertine Pedestal Coffee Table by Peter Draenert, 1970s
By Peter Draenert
Located in Antwerp, BE
Travertine marble coffee table in a stylish and modern design by Peter Draenert for Draenert, model “Finale 1790” Germany, 1970s. Sturdy pedestal foot attaches to the top with screws...
Travertine
Round Travertine Coffee Table by Peter Draenert, 1970s
By Peter Draenert
Located in Rotterdam, ZH
Round Travertine 'Finale 1790' coffee table by Peter Draenert, Germany, 1972. Very sculptural appearance. The 3 cm thick travertine top lays on a solid travertine column shaped base ...
Travertine