French Scarab Coffee Table by François Melin, 1970

Description

Superb coffee table composed of a metal sculpture and a glass top.

The metal sculpture represents a stag beetle / … more Superb coffee table composed of a metal sculpture and a glass top.

The metal sculpture represents a stag beetle / scarab in wrought iron, patinated brass and other various metals. The insect is covered in a verdigris / rust patina.
The top is a rectangular glass plate with rounded ends (safety glass, some scratches from use).

Midcentury Modern, France, circa 1970.
By François Melin (1942-2019), French sculptor from Essonne, well known for his animal sculptures exhibited around the world.

In excellent condition, very nice patina.
Metals cleaned and waxed for good preservation of the patina.

Total dimensions:
height 30 cm
width 70 cm
depth 120 cm

Dimensions of the beetle:
height 28cm
width 70cm
depth 108cm

Dimensions glass plate: 120 x 60 cm This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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