Malaval Bench

Vintage Perforated Metal Public Bench – René Malaval, 1950s/60s. René Malaval, a Marseille-based designer and metalworker active from the 1950s to the 1970s, is known for his perforated metal creations for public spaces and street furniture. Elegant openwork metal bench designed by René Malaval in the 1950s/60s. A classic of French street furniture, with its tubular frame and perforated steel seat featuring characteristic curved lines. Dimensions: approx. 198 x 75 x 65 cm. Condition: solid and stable structure, original white paint with patina and traces of rust (see photos). Leave it unfinished to preserve its authenticity or repaint it for a more contemporary look. ✨ A rare piece of French design, ideal for a garden, terrace, loft, or commercial space seeking industrial furniture with a strong identity.