Playful Mid-20th Century French Wrought Iron Coat Rack w/ Billiard Ball Hooks

Playful and sculptural, this mid-century wall-mounted coat rack combines twisted wrought iron with four glossy orange billiard balls that serve as rounded hooks. Likely French and dating to the 1950s or 1960s, it reflects the period’s pleasure in pairing decorative artisan metalwork with everyday function. The slender iron frame is hand-shaped with a braided twist and triangular braces, giving the piece a light, graceful profile despite its sturdy construction. The upper rail features neatly spaced mounting holes. The iron shows light oxidation, and the billiard balls display minor staining and surface scratches, all consistent with age and use.

Use it to introduce a lively touch of color and character to an entryway, mudroom, or game room, where it pairs especially well with warm wood and stone. It also works beautifully as a towel rail in a bathroom or kitchen. The rounded hooks are gentle on fabrics, while the dark iron provides a grounded, graphic contrast. The overall effect is cheerful, practical, and welcoming.

Approx. overall 5½" high x 18½" wide x 4¼" 
Approx. overall 14cm high x 47cm wide x 11cm