Mathieu Mategot Magazine Rack

Perforated Metal Magazine Rack – Mathieu Matégot.

A rare and elegant perforated metal magazine rack, emblematic of the work of Mathieu Matégot (1910–2001), a major figure in post-war French design. Made of Rigitulle perforated sheet metal, the designer's signature material, this magazine rack is distinguished by the visual lightness of its structure and the purity of its lines. The composition, both functional and sculptural, combines two slanted compartments with a black lacquered tubular metal frame, resting on a slender and balanced base. The interplay of transparency in the perforated sheet metal lends the piece a modern feel and perfectly illustrates Matégot's inventive aesthetic, blending industrial rigor with graphic elegance. This model integrates equally well into a contemporary interior or a 20th-century design collection. A magazine rack typical of 1950s production, reflecting the post-war revival of French furniture design and the creative genius of Mathieu Matégot.
Designer: Mathieu Matégot.
Period: circa 1950.
Material: perforated metal and lacquered tubular metal.

Condition: good overall condition, with slight signs of wear consistent with age. Origin: France