Rare longer version of the coveted and iconic ‘Trapeze’ by Jean Prouvé with sensational solid slab sculptural tropical hardwood top. Featuring the longer discontinued pressed and welded steel base section with crossbeam no longer in production, 1900mm between the two pedestal legs (whereas later Vitra production models measure 1100mm). This dates the table to early eighties and before. The top a bespoke addition by the previous owners to replace the standard steel production top. It is a significant piece of aged dark hardwood with chiselled edges and shows great character and age with rich tones. Prouvé collaborated with Charlotte Perriand and Pierre Jeanneret on a variety of designs - this top could be from India and related to Jeanneret's work in Chandigarh. We don't know for certain, but the visual impression is dynamically striking and beautifully balanced. This table will seat 10. Has to be seen.

Dimensions: L 305cm x D 98cm x H 76cm

About the artist: Jean Prouvé (8 April 1901 – 23 March 1984) one of the most renown engineers of the 20th century - was a French metal worker, self-taught architect and designer. Le Corbusier designated Prouvé a constructeur, blending architecture and engineering. Prouvé's main achievement was transferring manufacturing technology from industry to architecture, without losing aesthetic qualities. His design skills were not limited to one discipline. During his career Jean Prouvé was involved in architectural design, industrial design, structural design and furniture design.