This umbrella stand from the 1960s is an example of Austrian mid-century modern design, balancing a satin-gold tubular aluminum frame with a sturdy, cream-painted cast iron base. The construction is defined by two ring-shaped hoops connected by slender, slightly curved rods, giving the piece both dynamic energy and visual lightness. The top hoop is highlighted with a red accent band at the junction—a subtle yet graphic detail representative of the playful approach of modernist mid-century design. The proportions (29 × 14 × 40 cm) are finely balanced, while the contrast of textures—satin-metallic gold with the matte, patinated cream base—draws attention to the craftsmanship. The base bears minor paint losses typical for authentic vintage; the overall condition is very good, with only light traces of use and original finish preserved, with no structural flaws. This stand could tell of 1960s Austria as an era when domestic everyday objects gained a playful, graphic flair. As light glances off the golden frame, its form acquires an almost sculptural quality, and the red accent whispers of the period’s taste for wit and eye-catching details. It quietly brings to an interior a sense of order with a touch of elegant lightness—a testament to a moment in design history when even utilitarian accessories became small manifestos of aesthetic awareness. For interiors, the umbrella stand could be placed in a hallway against pale walls or geometric wallpaper, highlighting its asymmetric, graphic silhouette. It would pair well with a mid-century modern coat rack or mirror—perhaps in black metal or light-toned wood. The piece fits effortlessly in collector’s eclectic city apartments or minimalist foyers in search of a single strong accent. In ensemble with classic ceramics or a lamp with an
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Height40 cm
Depth14 cm
Width29 cm
Dimension details
Width29 cm
Height40 cm
Depth14 cm
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