The Basilica table by Cassina, with its evocative name and exemplary construction, embodies the new design language developed by Mario Bellini in the 1970s. In his Libro dell'Arredamento (Book of Furniture), Bellini explores how each element can be reinterpreted, transforming traditional forms into contemporary variations, adapted to different functions, materials and finishes. Inspired by the primary structures of architectural history, he develops a coherent and modular system capable of responding to every living requirement.
The profound connection between design and architecture, which has always been central to the master's thinking, is reflected in the choice of pillar supports, which evoke solidity and formal rigour. Three vertical elements, arranged in a row, make up each base of the table, supporting the rectangular top with balance and testifying to Cassina's mastery of woodworking.
Made entirely of solid ash wood and available in two sizes, La Basilica is finished with a matt, transparent varnish that enhances the natural grain and layering of the top, emphasising its texture and visual depth.
The warmth of the wood and the measured proportions make this table perfect for dining rooms of any style, from the most classic to the most contemporary. With its sculptural, defined and solid profile, the Cassina La Basilica table becomes the focal point of the space, a place for meeting and conviviality, capable of arousing admiration and giving character to the environment.
