| The beauty of the Noguchi table lies in the fact that | | | | - The materials used in a true Noguchi table are |
| it blends perfectly into both, contemporary and | | | | genuine Cherry or Walnut wood. Both these wood |
| classic, room settings. They are the very essence of | | | | types have a unique deep tinge and the color looks |
| eastern and western cultures in a perfectly crafted | | | | all the more lavish. There is one more material, the |
| table. And Noguchi tables are very sturdy; they last | | | | glass for the glass top; this should be exactly ¾" in |
| for generations. For all these reasons they should be | | | | thickness. |
| selected carefully because it is only the authentic | | | | - The exact dimensions of the coffee table designed |
| Noguchi coffee tables that return value on | | | | by Isamu Noguchi are 15.75"X50"X36 |
| investment. Here are a few tips that would help you | | | | (heightXlengthXwidth - in inches). Originals are all |
| select a real Noguchi coffee table. | | | | exactly sized. You may allow a margin of a few |
| - First of all, check the price tag. Anything below | | | | centimeters plus or minus but you should immediately |
| $1200 is not a true Noguchi, it may be a fine replica | | | | reject any table that differs by more than three |
| but nothing can compete with the quality of an | | | | quarters if the inch in dimensions. |
| original table from Isamu Noguchi. Herman Miller is the | | | | - Lastly, a real Noguchi coffee table has perfect |
| only authorized manufacturer of the Noguchi and the | | | | balance. The design looks really delicate but the facts |
| manufacturer's tag is another proof of its originality. | | | | that both wooden legs are placed at right angles, |
| Also remember that the highest fair rate for a | | | | interlocked and very thick, lower the table's centre of |
| Noguchi should not be more than $2000. Some | | | | gravity considerably, resulting in great balance. |
| people have antique tables as old as 50 years and | | | | Finding an authentic Noguchi coffee table is quite a |
| tend to demand prices that are too high. | | | | tough task. And finding an original on discount is |
| - The second most important indication of originality is | | | | extremely difficult. However, every now and then |
| Isamu Noguchi's signature on two spots in the table. | | | | you may find a store who is offering a good |
| One sign on top of the glass and the other under the | | | | discount, especially online. Just make sure you check |
| base of the table. In a few rare coffee tables made | | | | for the above pointers before you purchase a |
| by Isamu Noguchi the signature is inscribed with black | | | | Noguchi. |
| permanent marker. | | | | |