Oxford Coffee Table 120 x 60 cm – Cream Shagreen Effect and Gold Frame

Oxford Coffee Table with a Cream Shagreen-Effect Top and Gold Frame

The Oxford coffee table combines a softly textured cream top with a slender gold frame crafted from stainless steel. Its rectangular proportions, refined material contrast and restrained colour palette create an elegant centrepiece for contemporary, modern-classic, Art Deco-inspired and carefully considered glamour interiors.

The tabletop is finished in PU with a faux shagreen texture, introducing subtle pattern and depth without relying on bold colour or elaborate decoration. The delicately mottled surface gives the table a more distinctive appearance than a plain cream top, while remaining sufficiently understated to coordinate with a wide range of upholstery, flooring and decorative accessories.

Measuring 120 cm long, 60 cm wide and 42.5 cm high, Oxford is generously proportioned for use in front of a larger sofa, between two occasional chairs or at the centre of a substantial seating arrangement. The spacious surface provides room for coffee-table books, a decorative tray, drinks and selected objects while retaining the practical proportions required for everyday living.

A rectangular coffee table for an elegant living room

The rectangular shape makes Oxford particularly suitable for longer sofas and structured furniture arrangements. Positioned parallel to a sofa, it creates a clear visual line and helps connect the seating, rug and surrounding occasional furniture into one balanced composition.

Its 120 cm length works well in medium and larger living rooms. The table can sit in front of a three- or four-seat sofa, form the centre of an L-shaped seating area or be positioned between two facing sofas. Although substantial enough to define the space, the open metal base prevents the design from appearing bulky.

The clean geometry of the frame complements tailored, architectural sofas, while the cream surface also works beautifully with softer curved furniture. This contrast allows Oxford to introduce structure to an organic interior or bring a lighter, more tactile finish to a formal seating scheme.

Cream faux shagreen top with subtle texture

The tabletop is covered in shagreen-effect PU. Its gently irregular pattern is inspired by the distinctive texture traditionally associated with shagreen, creating a refined decorative finish across the broad rectangular surface.

The cream colour is warmer and more versatile than brilliant white. It coordinates naturally with upholstery in ivory, beige, taupe, warm grey, chocolate brown and muted olive, while also providing an elegant contrast against black furniture, dark timber or deeper wall colours.

Rather than dominating the room through colour, the top creates interest through texture. The subtle surface pattern becomes more visible as light moves across it, allowing the table to remain decorative without competing with statement artwork, lighting or richly upholstered furniture.

This type of finish is particularly effective within modern-classic and Art Deco-inspired interiors, where tactile materials and carefully controlled metallic accents play an important role. At the same time, the simple rectangular silhouette allows Oxford to sit comfortably within a more contemporary scheme.

Gold stainless steel frame with an open design

The tabletop is supported by a gold-finished stainless steel frame. Slender profiles outline the rectangular shape and give the table a light, refined appearance. The open construction allows the floor or rug beneath the table to remain visible, helping to preserve a sense of space within the seating area.

Geometric lower supports introduce an additional design detail without making the frame appear overly decorative. Their angular arrangement adds visual interest when the table is viewed from the side and reinforces the relationship between the clean tabletop and architectural base.

The warm gold finish complements brass, antique gold and softly brushed metallic accents elsewhere in the room. It may be coordinated with mirror frames, lighting, cabinet handles or occasional furniture, although the surrounding finishes do not need to match perfectly. Slight differences in tone can create a more natural and layered interior.

A cream and gold coffee table for modern-classic interiors

The Oxford cream and gold coffee table is particularly well suited to modern-classic schemes. It can be paired with wall mouldings, elegant curtains, upholstered armchairs and furniture in dark oak or walnut. The gold base introduces warmth, while the pale top prevents the arrangement from feeling too formal or visually heavy.

In a glamour-inspired living room, combine the table with bouclé, velvet or softly textured upholstery, a generous neutral rug and carefully selected glass or ceramic accessories. Keeping the wider palette restrained will allow the material contrast between the top and frame to remain the principal decorative feature.

Oxford also complements Art Deco-inspired and New York-style interiors. The geometric lower frame can echo the lines of a console, shelving unit or statement ceiling light, while the shagreen-effect surface introduces a material reference associated with refined decorative furniture.

How to style the Oxford coffee table

The generous surface can accommodate a decorative arrangement without losing its practical function. A small stack of interior-design books, a shallow tray and a single vase will create a balanced composition while leaving space for drinks or everyday items.

The cream top provides an elegant background for accessories in dark glass, black ceramic, natural stone or warm metal. Amber, bronze, chocolate brown and muted green details can add contrast, while ivory and pale stone objects will create a softer tonal arrangement.

A low bowl or sculptural vessel will preserve clear sightlines across the seating area. Taller flowers or branches may also be used, particularly when the table sits in an open room, although the base of the arrangement should remain sufficiently compact to avoid covering too much of the textured surface.

Coasters and a decorative tray are recommended when serving hot drinks or placing frequently used objects on the table. This helps protect the PU finish and preserves the clean appearance of the cream tabletop.

Why choose the Oxford coffee table?

• generous rectangular tabletop measuring 120 x 60 cm,
• cream PU finish with a refined faux shagreen texture,
• gold-finished frame crafted from stainless steel,
• open construction with a light visual profile,
• geometric detailing across the lower frame,
• spacious surface for books, trays and decorative accessories,
• well proportioned for larger sofas and seating arrangements,
• suited to modern-classic, glamour and Art Deco-inspired interiors.

Product details

Product name: Oxford

Product type: rectangular coffee table

Top colour: cream

Frame colour: gold

Top material: PU with a faux shagreen texture

Frame material: stainless steel

Length: 120 cm

Width: 60 cm

Height: 42.5 cm

Overall dimensions: 120 x 60 x 42.5 cm