Mathieu Matégot was a Hungarian-born French designer who became a key figure in mid-century modern design, celebrated for his innovative use of perforated sheet metal, a technique he called Rigitulle. His career began in architecture and stage design in Budapest before moving to Paris, where he worked in various artistic roles. During his time as a prisoner of war in World War II, he learned to work with sheet metal, which inspired his signature material and technique after his release. Matégot created a wide range of furniture, lighting, and home accessories using materials like metal, rattan, and Formica, and in his later career, he focused on creating large-scale tapestries.