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Ugo La Pietra Modular Bookcase 'Uno sull'Altro' for Poggi, Italy 1970s

Creator: Ugo La Pietra - Poggi
Offered by: AtKris Studio

Description
Impressive and unique Ugo La Pietra modular bookcase for Poggi from Italy in the 1970s. This bookcase consists of eleven elements in three different sizes. These double-sided shelves in white lacquered wood can be stacked and positioned in any unit you desire; generating multiple configuration possibilities. Due to the fact that the back and front are identical, it is also ideal to use as a room divider. ?The elements are equipped with special locks at the base and are made of plywood with polyurethane resin.

The bookcase is in excellent condition with only minor traces of usage. Dimensions mentioned are of the largest element.

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (exact item)
Notes:	Domus n. 484, March 1970, p. 18 Domus n. 488, July 1970, p. 29 Domus n. 494, January 1971, p. 43 Giuliana Gramigna, Repertoire 1950-2000, Allemandi, Turin, 2003 Il mondo di poggi, p. 133, Milano 2019
Origin:	Italy
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	plywood, lacquer, polyurethane resin
Condition:	Good.
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Collectible Design, Mid Century
Catalog References:	Domus n. 484, March 1970, p. 18 Domus n. 488, July 1970, p. 29 Domus n. 494, January 1971, p. 43 Il mondo di poggi, p. 133, Milano 2019
Article References:	Giuliana Gramigna, Repertoire 1950-2000, Allemandi, Turin, 2003
Dealer Reference #:	316
Incollect Reference #:	620095

Dimensions

W.	39.37 in;	H.	19.29 in;	D.	21.65 in;
W.	100 cm;	H.	49 cm;	D.	55 cm;

Message from Seller:

AtKris Studio has a passion for 20th century design and searches for the inspiring stories hidden behind a piece of furniture. Ranging from an Art Deco bar cabinet from the 1920s, or a Danish Design coffee table by Nanna Ditzel, to an iconic Italian Gio Ponti desk.