Prefacto Coffee Table by Pierre Guariche for Airborne / Trefac, 1950s

About This Piece

Vintage Design

Rare Pierre Guariche coffee table “Prefacto” designed for Airborne in 1951. “Prefacto” represents a series of furniture designed by Pierre Guariche for Airborne in 1951, consisting of: a dining table, a chair, a coffee table, an ear armchair and a wall unit (see photo). Because these pieces of furniture were functional and had reduced dimensions, they were well suited for the small postwar apartments. This coffee table was made by Trefac who made furniture for Airborne at the time. from Trefac later arose the company Meurop, where Pierre Guariche started working from 1957 and became artistic director in 1960. The condition is very good; the solid oak top was probably re-sanded and varnished at some point. The tubular steel frame contains normal paint damage. Dimensions: h x w x d= 43 x 70 x 53 cm. Source: Book Pierre Guariche, page 161 and pages 84 to 99.

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Creator	Pierre Guariche
Manufacturer	Trefac
Design Period	1950 to 1959
Production Period	1960 to 1969, 1950 to 1959
Country of Manufacture	Belgium
Identifying Marks	This piece has been attributed based on archival documentation, such as vintage catalogs, designer records, or other literature sources
Style	Midcentury
Detailed Condition	Very Good — This vintage/antique item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use.
Restoration and Damage Details	Light wear consistent with age and use
SKU	ZT-2016797
Materials	Oak, Steel
Color	Brown
Width	70 cm 70 cm
Depth	53 cm 53 cm
Height	43 cm 43 cm

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About the Creator

Pierre Guariche

Born in Paris in 1926, Pierre Guariche attended École Nationale Supérieure des Arts Décoratifs and, following World War II, aligned himself with a group of young French designers who sought a modern alternative to the traditional decorative arts in France. Between 1953 and 1957, he collaborated with Joseph-André Motte and Michel Mortier under the acronym ARP (Atelier des Recherches Plastiques), designing furniture with innovative materials and forms. At the same time, he began working with important design firms, including Airborne, Meubles TV, Huchers-Minvielle, Disderot, and Steiner. In the late 50s Guariche became chief designer for the Belgian company Meurop, where he concentrated on developing elegant but low-cost furniture.

At the height of his career, Guariche worked mostly as an architect, designing many private residences as well as commercial and public spaces, including several ski stations. Overall, his designs reflect a commitment to simplicity, exploiting the potential of industrial production without sacrificing quality.