Scarab coffee table by François Melin, circa 1970

Superb coffee table composed of a metal sculpture and a glass top. The metal sculpture depicts a beetle/beetle/beetle kite made of wrought iron, patinated brass and other various metals. The insect is covered with a green-de-gris / rust patina. The top is a rectangular glass plate with rounded ends (safety glass, some scratches of use). Midcentury modern, france, circa 1970. By françois melin (1942 - 2019), french sculptor from essonne, well known for his sculptures of animals exhibited around the world. In excellent condition, very nice patina. Metals cleaned and waxed for good preservation of the patina. Total dimensions: Height 30 cm. Width 70 cm. Depth 120 cm. Dimensions of the beetle: Height 28 cm. Width 70 cm. Depth 108 cm. Dimensions glass plate: 120 X 60 cm.

Ref. : 5XW5SV5U