Extendable Dining Table in Lacquered Wood and Gilt Brass by Jean Claude Mahey, France, 1970s

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Extendable dining table, Jean-Claude Mahey, lacquered wood and gold brass, 1970s – France

This exquisite table clearly embodies the spirit … Read more Extendable dining table, Jean-Claude Mahey, lacquered wood and gold brass, 1970s – France

This exquisite table clearly embodies the spirit of high-end French design from the 1970s and 1980s, characteristic of Jean Claude Mahey. Its precise geometry and lacquered finish evoke an aesthetic that blends Art Deco, reinterpreted with modern glamour.

The octagonal shape of the tabletop is particularly noteworthy. This formal choice breaks with the rectangular or circular tradition, bringing dynamism and sophistication. The golden brass lines, which divide the surface into triangular planes, reinforce the compositional structure and allude to an almost architectural sense of order. These golden lines function not only as decorative accents, but also as visual guides that direct the eye towards the center, creating visual balance. Jean Claude Mahey often used this contrast between polished lacquer and shiny metals to highlight geometric shapes.

The ivory or cream lacquer finish provides a polished surface, typical of Mahey's style, which amplifies the feeling of luxury and modernity. This type of finish is often associated with Hollywood-inspired interior design and the refined opulence of the mid-20th century.

The base, which is square in section and also lacquered, appears as a solid, geometric volume, creating an elegant tension between the visual mass of the base and the lightness of the tabletop. The gold metal profiles that frame the edges of the base reinforce the idea of geometric luxury and add stylistic continuity with the design of the tabletop. The table is extendable. Its basic shape is square, but the two extensions (which fold in half) are hidden in the base and fit into rails that are concealed under the tabletop.

Overall, this table is a prime example of Jean Claude Mahey's style: refined, geometric, glamorous, and deeply linked to an artistic vision of furniture as functional sculpture.

Designer: Jean-Claude Mahey
Style: Mid-Century
Materials: Lacquered wood and gold-plated brass
Period: 1970s
Country of origin: France
Good condition considering its age and use
Dimensions: 76 x 136 x 136 cm.
Dimensions with (2) extensions: 76 x 227 x 182 cm.
Base/foot dimensions: 70 x 56 x 56 cm. I have official proof of authenticity such as vintage catalogs,
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