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Rare Drop-Leaf Table from the Apta Series by Gio Ponti with two-tone pattern

Creator: Gio Ponti
Offered by: Original in Berlin

Description
This exceptional drop-leaf table is part of the Apta series, designed by Gio Ponti and produced by Walter Ponti in Italy in 1970. The table features a plywood structure and a striking geometric tabletop pattern in black and natural wood, showcasing Ponti's signature design aesthetic. Recently restored to preserve its original charm, the table is in excellent condition with minor marks consistent with its age. The table’s innovative swivel mechanism allows the leaves to drop with ease, highlighting Ponti’s ingenious and timeless design. Gio Ponti was a visionary in the modernist movement in Italy, influencing the future of design through his iconic creations. His work is celebrated in museums around the world, and this rare piece is a prime example of his artistry.

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (exact item)
Origin:	Italy
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Wood
Condition:	Good.
Creation Date:	1970s
Styles / Movements:	Modern
Dealer Reference #:	cc.lt
Incollect Reference #:	799225

Dimensions

H.	29.53 in;	Diam.	48.03 in;
H.	75 cm;	Diam.	122 cm;

Message from Seller:

Spread across more than 500 m2 of retail space, Original in Berlin offers a wide range of Mid-Century Modern and selected studio furniture, lighting and accessories. Here, design lovers can find rarities by well known designers such as Charlotte Perriand, Hans J. Wegner, Pierre Chapo and Gio Ponti, as well as American classics by Paul McCobb, Jens Risom and George Nelson.