Memphis Schwarzenberg Wooden Console

Schwarzenberg is not merely a console table: it is a conceptual statement, a refined expression of architecture translated into design. Created by Hans Hollein in 1981 for Memphis Milano, this iconic piece balances monumentality and lightness, rigor and irony. Its structure appears almost suspended, as if drawn in space rather than built, evoking classical architecture reinterpreted through a postmodern lens.

The slender, stepped top interacts with curved, elongated legs that converge into a sculptural base, creating a composition that feels both stable and unexpectedly ethereal. The use of precious materials, including gold leaf and natural wood veneers, adds warmth, depth, and luminosity, turning Schwarzenberg into a true focal point within any interior.

Rooted in Central European cultural references and symbolic architecture, this console embodies design as an intellectual and expressive act. Timeless and uncompromising, Schwarzenberg is designed for those who view furniture as a cultural object—an elegant dialogue between history, vision, and form.

• Designer: Hans Hollein
• Year: 1981

Dimensions:

• Height: 820 mm
• Width: 1600 mm
• Depth: 470 mm