Magazine rack Space Age, white plywood, chrome steel, Germany, 1970s.
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This 1970s Space Age magazine rack by Opal Kleinmöbel from Germany features a cylindrical shape constructed from plywood with a matte, warm off-white finish and a uniform, subtle texture. The body is defined by six curved vertical ribs that create a shell-like segmentation, while two wide, arched legs deliver stability and a sense of visual rhythm. Rising from the center is a vertical chrome-plated steel rod, ending in an oversized oval handle—this chromed accent not only adds mobility but also introduces a refined metallic contrast. The open, ribbed construction leaves the interior accessible for storage of magazines and albums. Smooth, rounded edges and precise joinery highlight high-quality craftsmanship. The piece has been preserved in very good condition, with only minimal signs of wear such as slight scuffing to the feet, consistent with gentle vintage use.
The rack captures the pioneering spirit of the 1970s, a decade marked by a fascination with futuristic technology and an optimistic outlook on domestic life. Its segmented form suggests the silhouette of a space capsule or a fragment of a lunar module, as if borrowing visual cues from the world of science fiction cinema. The chrome handle serves not only as a practical detail but as a subtle tribute to an era when metallic finishes and light, innovative materials defined interior aesthetics.
This magazine rack would sit comfortably in a living room with retro inspiration or a collector’s display, and can be paired with a modular low-profile sofa, a table with a chrome-plated base, or bold, spherical opaline glass lamps. It can also be combined with pop art prints or minimalist geometric artwork to emphasize its futuristic heritage. The piece works well in dedicated Space Age interiors, but can just as effectively provide a striking, original accent in more eclectic modern spaces.
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Height58 cm
Depth25 cm
Width44 cm
Dimension details
Width44 cm
Height58 cm
Depth25 cm
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