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Marcel GASCOIN, two Oak shelves, post ware design, France circa 1950s

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A pair of solid oak shelves with invisible fixing. Created by French architect and decorator Marcel Gascoin circa 1950s. Functional and airy design. Good condition. Wear consistent with age and use. The sale price is for both shelves. Measurements of the large shelf: Length 41'' (104 cm) Depth 8.66'' (22 cm) Height of sides 11" (28 cm) Measurements of the small shelf: Length 21.26'' (54 cm) Depth 8.66'' (22 cm) Height of sides 11" (28 cm) Marcel Gascoin (1907-1986) is one of these young creators who turned their back on Art Deco decor and campaigned for simple and modular furniture, accessible to as many people as possible. He participated in the architectural movement called the Reconstruction Period (Post Ware), in order to furnish the victims of the Second World War. In 1948, due to a lack of a publisher, he created ARHEC (Rational Development of Housing and Communities) to be able to produce his own furniture.
  • Creator:
    Marcel Gascoin (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11.03 in (28 cm)Width: 40.95 in (104 cm)Depth: 8.67 in (22 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    French Provincial (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Oak,Woodwork
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950
  • Condition:
    Minor structural damages. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    leucate, FR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7285239845052

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