Product sheet Armoire
Designer:
Gio Ponti
Gio Ponti
Lacquered Italian walnut, gold-plated brass, mirrored glass
95 w x 24 d x 74.25 h
Designed and executed in 1947, Ponti lacquered this form for an exhibition in 1973 that showcased works by several notable Italian designers, including Carlo De Carli and Vico Magistretti. The exceptional proportions and minimal form are representative of Ponti's masterworks. Two accordion doors conceal six drawers and a hanging mirror.
Literature:
Esperienze di design in Cantu, Furlanis, Porro, and Terraneo, pg. 45 illustrates a similar example
Exhibited:
X Selettiva 1973, 1973, Cantu, Italy
95 w x 24 d x 74.25 h
Designed and executed in 1947, Ponti lacquered this form for an exhibition in 1973 that showcased works by several notable Italian designers, including Carlo De Carli and Vico Magistretti. The exceptional proportions and minimal form are representative of Ponti's masterworks. Two accordion doors conceal six drawers and a hanging mirror.
Literature:
Esperienze di design in Cantu, Furlanis, Porro, and Terraneo, pg. 45 illustrates a similar example
Exhibited:
X Selettiva 1973, 1973, Cantu, Italy
estimated value:
30,000-40,000 US$
Auction:
Important Italian Design
Sales date: 2005-12-06
location: Chicago
Lot number: 552
30,000-40,000 US$
Auction:
Important Italian Design
Sales date: 2005-12-06
location: Chicago
Lot number: 552
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