Rare Pair Cast Bronze and Agate of Cocktail Tables by Jean Claude Dresse

Rare pair of cast bronze and cocktail tables by Jean Claude Dresse each inset with a polish agate stone, supported by a painted black iron base. Signed "Dresse 76" etched in bronze. Belgium: circa 1976 Jean Claude Dresse (1946-) is a Belgian artist and designer. He graduated from the art academy in Charleroi. His background of being a visual artist is clearly visible in his furniture designs as he uses artistic techniques such as mosaic and etchings. His oeuvre embodies designs made of precious metals such as brass and copper. Together with his father Marcel, he was a prominent figure in the furniture business in the 1980s and belonged to the artistic Walloon School that focused on glamorous aesthetics. After he and his father were successful as designers Jean Claude embarked on a career as a visual artist. Dresse designed many furniture pieces on commission, which means that a large part of these items is custom-made.

height

13 in. (33 cm)

diameter

18 in. (46 cm)

condition

Very good original condition .

Circa 1974