Coffee table by Pierre Guariche for Airborne 1960

Pierre Guariche, metal coffee table for Airborne, circa 1960. Black lacquered metal base with perforated black lacquered metal magazine rack. Double top, the upper top is made of thick transparent glass, and the intermediate top is made of black glass (in very good condition, no chips, scratches from use). The spacers and screws are made of brass. All in a very beautiful state of preservation. Produced by Airborne in the 1960s, this magnificent table by Pierre Guariche is a fine example of the dynamism and finesse of mid-20th century French design. The table plays on structure and transparencies, the base on one side is curved, integrating a highly functional magazine rack. Delicate and fluid forms, nobility of materials and craftsmanship, this multitude of refined elements immerse us in the world of demanding design. In very good general condition, scratches from use, patina of time on the metal. 89 X 44.5 X 45.5 cm Clean, fast and careful delivery to Paris / Reims / Laon, other region via cocolis (fees to be expected). A little history: Pierre Guariche (1926-1995) was part of the avant-garde of mid-century French designers. Graduating in 1949 from the École Nationale Supérieure des Arts Décoratifs in Paris, he then became an intern in Marcel Gascoin's studio. This encounter would be decisive for the young Pierre Guariche; it would help guide him towards demanding, intelligent but always accessible creations. In 1953, he founded the revolutionary ARP -Atelier de Recherche Plastique- with Michel Mortier and Joseph-André Motte. In 1957, he became head of the furniture department for the company Meurop, a sort of Belgian Prisunic. His creations, furniture, and lighting are published by Galerie MAI, as well as Airborne, Disderot, Meubles TV, Huchers-Minvielle, Luminalite, and Steiner. In 1965, he received the René Gabriel Prize.