Vintage Brutalist Wrought Iron Mirror, Touret-Influenced Design, 1960s

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A vintage Brutalist wrought iron mirror featuring a sculptural circular frame with rhythmic geometric relief. The surface reveals a textured, … Read more A vintage Brutalist wrought iron mirror featuring a sculptural circular frame with rhythmic geometric relief. The surface reveals a textured, time-worn patina that enhances its raw, architectural character.

Suspended by a metal chain, the piece reflects the design language associated with Jean Touret, whose work helped define mid-century Brutalist ironwork in France. The pronounced relief and irregular surface embody a sculptural approach where material and structure take precedence over ornament.

The composition also echoes the broader aesthetic developed within the Marolles workshops, where handcrafted iron pieces were produced with a strong emphasis on texture, repetition, and visual weight.

The interplay of depth, rhythm, and patina gives the mirror a strong presence despite its compact scale. It works equally well as a standalone statement or integrated into a curated wall composition.

About
Jean Touret (1916–2004) was a French sculptor and designer associated with Les Artisans de Marolles, a collective active from the 1950s to the 1970s. His work is now widely recognized as a key expression of French Brutalism in decorative arts, with handcrafted iron pieces increasingly sought after by collectors.

Approx. dimensions
Diameter: 12.99 in (33 cm); mirror diameter: 9.45 in (24 cm); depth: 1.57 in (4 cm)

Approx. weight
3.66 lb (1.66 kg)

Styled image for presentation purposes only.

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