Silvio Berrone, Desk from the Bialetti Building, 1955–1956
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Description
Designed by Silvio Berrone in 1955-1956: wood for the top , dark green vinyl and brass for the structure , Vitrex glass (V. I. S.-Vetro Italiano di Sicurezza) for the drawers.
The architect Silvio Berrone designed the company headquarters and its interior for Bialetti, the famous producer of Italian espresso machines. For the façade and for the furniture, he used the safety glass V. I. S., having won the competition launched by the company in 1957. -
More Information
Documentation: Documented elsewhere (exact item) Origin: Italy Period: 1950-1979 Materials: Wood, Vinyl, Brass, Glass, Metal Condition: Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Creation Date: 1955 Styles / Movements: Modern, Mid Century Article References: Article in: Domus, no. 344, July 1958. Dealer Reference #: 8070 Incollect Reference #: 427162 -
Dimensions
W. 65 in; H. 30.8 in; D. 32.4 in; W. 165.1 cm; H. 78.23 cm; D. 82.3 cm;
Message from Seller:
ma+39 is Italian everyday living with a fresh and eclectic spin on the Italian mid century masters while integrating Almanza's custom pieces and "oggetti" from current and relevant talent. ma+39 offers a unique marriage of furnishings, lighting, art, and luxuries. Our showroom is a five thousand square foot gallery ranging from the mid 1600s to the mid 1900s as well as pieces from the 70s and 80s housed together in harmony. ma+39 is the collaboration of "maestri artigiani"
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