Super-Ellipse™ table

Table Series™

The Table Series™, designed by Piet Hein, Bruno Mathsson, and Arne Jacobsen in 1969 for Fritz Hansen, is one of the most significant achievements in modern Scandinavian furniture design. Its most iconic member, the Super-Ellipse™ Table, was inspired by Piet Hein’s mathematical solution to the traffic roundabout at Sergels Torg in Stockholm. The ingenious super-elliptical form proved harmonious in all sizes, offering a democratic design without ends, where everyone around the table holds an equal position. Alongside the Super-Ellipse™, the series includes Super-Circular™, circular, square, and rectangular tables, making it a versatile collection for both private and public spaces. Revitalised today with nanotechnology-based laminate tops, the Table Series™ offers timeless design enhanced by modern durability.

What makes the Table Series™ special?

• Design heritage: Created in 1969 by Piet Hein, Bruno Mathsson, and Arne Jacobsen.

• Mathematical inspiration: Based on Hein’s super-elliptical formula, born from solving a traffic problem at Sergels Torg in Stockholm.

• Democratic form: Tables without ends ensure an equal position for everyone seated.

• Versatile collection: Includes Super-Ellipse™, Super-Circular™, circular, square, and rectangular options.

• Modern materials: Updated with nanotechnology-based laminate for a matte, low-reflective, scratch-resistant, and easy-to-clean surface.

• Enduring relevance: A series that has defined modern design solutions for over fifty years.

A table series with timeless appeal
The Table Series™ embodies both mathematical genius and democratic values, making it one of the most enduring icons in modern furniture. With its revitalised laminate tops and timeless silhouettes, the series adapts beautifully to contemporary living, from homes and offices to meeting spaces and cafés.

Specifications

• Brand: Fritz Hansen

• Designers: Piet Hein, Bruno Mathsson, Arne Jacobsen

• Year: 1969 (revitalised with modern laminate surfaces)

• Materials: Nanotechnology-based laminate tabletops; metal bases

• Models: Super-Ellipse™, Super-Circular™, circular, square, and rectangular tables

• Features: Scratch-resistant, matte surface, easy to clean

• Use: Dining, conference, office, and multipurpose settings

Styling & Pairing
The Table Series™ pairs seamlessly with Fritz Hansen seating icons such as the Series 7™, Ant™, and Grand Prix™ chairs. Its democratic form and variety of sizes make it equally suited for family dining, office collaboration, or large-scale conference settings.

A timeless design for modern living
For more than five decades, the Table Series™ has stood as a model of functional elegance. With its democratic profile, mathematical harmony, and modernised durability, it remains one of the most relevant design solutions today.

FAQs
Who designed the Table Series™?
It was designed in 1969 by Piet Hein, Bruno Mathsson, and Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen.

What inspired the design?
The Super-Ellipse™ shape was inspired by Piet Hein’s solution to the Sergels Torg roundabout in Stockholm.

What materials is it made from?
The revitalised version features nanotechnology-based laminate tabletops with durable metal bases.

Is it suitable for everyday use?
Yes, the tables are designed for daily functionality with scratch-resistant, easy-to-clean surfaces.

Where does it work best?
It works in dining rooms, conference rooms, offices, cafés, and public spaces.

Why is it considered timeless?
Its democratic design, mathematical precision, and continued relevance for modern living ensure lasting appeal.

Who produces it today?
The Table Series™ is produced by Fritz Hansen, internationally renowned for Danish furniture icons and premium craftsmanship.