Vintage Design
This iconic dining set is an original creation by Mathieu Matégot, dating back to the 1950s. The table, along with the two armchairs and four chairs, is crafted from white lacquered metal. The meticulous handling of the raw material showcases the artist’s ingenuity. Matégot’s intricate intertwining patterns and curves add a touch of sophistication to each piece in the set, epitomising a perfect blend of elegance and the whimsical flair typical of the post-war era. These pieces have undergone a complete restoration in our workshop, with the chair cushions reupholstered in a bronze-colored Pierre Frey fabric suitable both for indoor and outdoor.
Mathieu Matégot (1910-2001), a renowned Franco-Hungarian designer known for his unique creations, played a central role in the post-war artistic landscape in France. His innovative use of perforated metal, discovered during his captivity in Germany and patented under the evocative name “Rigitulle” in 1952, revolutionized furniture design. Blurring the lines between design and decoration, his pieces reflect a pursuit of functionality characterized by resourcefulness and ingenuity in form-finding. Now reissued, his creations remain design classics, epitomizing the playful elegance of the 1950s.
Literature: Mathieu Mategot, Jousse Entreprise, Photographies d’Archives 1945-1960, figure 30 ; Mobilier et Décoration, October 1951, page 42 ; Philippe Jousse and Caroline Mondineu, Mathieu Matégot, Paris, 2003, pages 148 and 149 ; Mathieu Matégot, Patrick Favardin, Norma edition, Paris, 2014, page 54 ; Art et Décoration, Paris, n° 19, December 1950, page 28 ; La maison française, Paris, n° 49, July 1951, page 10.
Mathieu Matégot (1910-2001), a renowned Franco-Hungarian designer known for his unique creations, played a central role in the post-war artistic landscape in France. His innovative use of perforated metal, discovered during his captivity in Germany and patented under the evocative name “Rigitulle” in 1952, revolutionized furniture design. Blurring the lines between design and decoration, his pieces reflect a pursuit of functionality characterized by resourcefulness and ingenuity in form-finding. Now reissued, his creations remain design classics, epitomizing the playful elegance of the 1950s.
Literature: Mathieu Mategot, Jousse Entreprise, Photographies d’Archives 1945-1960, figure 30 ; Mobilier et Décoration, October 1951, page 42 ; Philippe Jousse and Caroline Mondineu, Mathieu Matégot, Paris, 2003, pages 148 and 149 ; Mathieu Matégot, Patrick Favardin, Norma edition, Paris, 2014, page 54 ; Art et Décoration, Paris, n° 19, December 1950, page 28 ; La maison française, Paris, n° 49, July 1951, page 10.
| Creator |
Mathieu Matégot |
|---|---|
| Design Period | 1950 to 1959 |
| Year | 1950 |
| Production Period | 1950 to 1959 |
| Country of Manufacture | France |
| Identifying Marks | This piece has an attribution mark |
| Style | Mid-Century |
| Detailed Condition | |
| Restoration and Damage Details |
Light wear consistent with age and use, Surface has been refinished, Reupholstered, Wear consistent with age and use
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| Product Code | YJA-1936655 |
| Materials | Metal |
| Color | White |
| Height |
72 cm 28.3 inch |
| Diameter | 40.6 inch |
| Weight Range | Standard — Between 40kg and 80kg |
| Duties Notice | Import duty is not included in the prices you see online. You may have to pay import duties upon receipt of your order. |
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