Jacques Adnet Style French Modernist Magazine Rack, 1950s.
H 45.5 cm / 17.9 in
Jacques Adnet Style French Modernist Magazine Rack in Black Lacquered Metal and Brass, France 1950s
Elegant French modernist magazine rack attributed to Jacques Adnet, crafted in France during the 1950s. This sculptural piece perfectly embodies the refined sophistication of post-war French design, combining black lacquered metal with solid brass details in a timeless architectural composition.
The magazine rack rests on a clean quadruped base with discreet spherical feet supporting a rectangular sheet metal platform. Curved tubular metal forms two symmetrical storage compartments with fluid, elegant lines. The central axis rises into a sculptural handle topped with a movable solid brass ring. Brass rivets accentuate the junction points, adding subtle decorative contrast and reinforcing the piece’s equestrian-inspired aesthetic.
The restrained combination of black lacquered metal and gilded brass strongly recalls the work of Jacques Adnet, one of the leading figures of French modernist decorative arts. Director of the Compagnie des Arts Français from 1928 to 1959, Adnet became renowned for his luxurious yet understated style. He often integrated leather, brass, and architectural metalwork into sophisticated furniture and accessories for elite French interiors.
With its elegant proportions and highly graphic silhouette, this vintage French magazine rack functions beautifully beside a sofa, reading chair, or within a refined office interior.
Condition
Good overall vintage condition with a natural patina consistent with age and use. The black lacquer shows minor rubbing and small losses typical of painted metal, while the brass displays light oxidation.
Dimensions
H 45.5 cm / 17.9 in
| Product Dimensions: | |
|---|---|
| Height | 45.0 cm (17.72 in) |
| Width | 38.0 cm (14.96 in) |
| Depth | 17.0 cm (6.69 in) |
| Date of Manufacture | 1950 |
| Restoration | No |
| Condition | Minor Losses |
| Color | Black |
| Country Of Origin | France |
| Item Condition | Excellent |
| Material | Metal |
| Period | Mid 20th century |
| Techniques | Polished |
| Product style | Mid-Century |
| Weight | 10 lbs (4.54 kgs) |
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