ARP TEAK STORAGE UNIT PRODUCED BY MINVIELLE

A teak display cabinet from a collection designed by the ARP (Atelier de Recherches Plastiques) workshop of French designers Jacques-André Motte, Pierre Guariche, and Michel Mortier, produced by Minvielle in the 1950s. The cabinet comprises six glass display cases with sliding doors featuring notches and two lower cabinets that open with side doors, revealing two storage spaces. Arranged in two tiers, the entire piece rests on four rectangular black metal legs. This glass cabinet has removable shelves. Each shelf is held in place by four rubber pegs. This piece of furniture fits perfectly into the American Mid-Century Modern style. The acronym ARP stands for Atelier de Recherches Plastique. It represents the collaboration of three French designers, Pierre Guariche, Jacques-André Motte, and Michel Mortier, who sought to challenge the conventions of classicism and utilize technical and aesthetic innovations for a more rational approach to furniture design. This partnership began in 1954, fueled by the rise of mass-produced furniture made accessible by industrialization. Their innovative designs were produced by Charles Minvielle stores and won two awards at the Salon des Arts Ménagers (Household Arts Exhibition) in 1955. Their collaboration ended in 1957 when the designers founded their own workshops. Design period, circa 1950. Dimensions: W: 156.5cm, D: 45cm, H: 200.5cm. Good overall condition, a mark on the front right.