French Iron and Glass Garden Table with Folding Chairs, 1960, Set of 3

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Description

In appearance, this garden set evokes simple garden settings typical of Southern and Central Europe, as seen on terraces, in … Read more In appearance, this garden set evokes simple garden settings typical of Southern and Central Europe, as seen on terraces, in courtyards, or along house facades in the 1950s and 1960s. The iron frame with a glass top and folding wooden chairs features a functional design, while the distinct patina clearly reveals years of outdoor use and attests to its historical character.

Historical Context:
In the 1950s and 1960s, a new everyday culture of outdoor living emerged, featuring simple, portable furniture for gardens, balconies, and smaller outdoor spaces. Folding chairs with wooden slats and tables with slender frames and glass tops were typical solutions, as they were lightweight, space-saving, and suitable for varying usage scenarios, particularly in private and semi-public outdoor spaces.

Features:
- Folding chairs with wooden slats and a simple scissor-leg design
- Round table with a glass top on a curved, open-work iron base

Design:
The set follows a functional postwar design language characterized by a clear structure and clean lines. The slender metal struts, the table’s open base, and the folding seats reflect a practical, material-focused design free of decorative embellishments.

Function:
Formerly: used as a flexible seating arrangement for gardens, patios, or courtyards. Today: still suitable as a compact bistro set for indoor and outdoor use, particularly for smaller spaces or temporary seating arrangements.

Dimensions in cm:
Table: Height 74 × Diameter 69, Chairs: Height 45–78 × Width 39 × Depth 45

Material and condition:
Iron, glass, wood. Used condition with a pronounced original patina and classic age-related signs of wear that reflect its outdoor use; stable and functional. See less