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Small Bed mod. Vanessa by Tobia Scarpa for Gavina

Description
Tobia Scarpa is an Italian designer and architect. He is known for his furniture design that melds cutting-edge technology, ergonomic function, and cultural history. After graduating in architecture he began working with his wife and collaborator Afra Scarpa, with whom he produced numerous important designs. The designer’s career has been long and prolific, filled with significant honors, including the Compasso d'Oro Award in 1969 and The International Forum Design Hanover Award in 1992. His works are included in the collections of cultural institutions such as The Museum of Modern Art in New York, the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, and the Museum of Contemporary Art in Chicago.
Here the Small Bed mod. Vanessa produced by Gavina in the 1959, It has a painted metal structure, footboard and headboard. A particular and simple piece ready to be easily added in your home decor.

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (exact item)
Notes:	Catalogo originale; G. Gramigna, Repertorio del design italiano 1950-1980, p. 174, Mondadori, 1985.
Origin:	Italy
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	steel
Condition:	Good. The bed is in very good condition
Creation Date:	1959
Number of Pieces:	2-3
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Collectible Design, Mid Century
Dealer Reference #:	S_166
Incollect Reference #:	702995