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Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte Wall Mirror, Italy, 1957

Creator: Max Ingrand - Fontana Arte (FontanaArte)
Offered by: Babou New York

Description
Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte Wall Mirror, Italy, 1957

A rare asymmetrical wall mirror, designed by Max Ingrand and produced for (Galvanit Fontana) Fontana Arte, Italy, dated on reverse, March 1957. With a smoked taupe/grey asymmetrical glass frame, the floating central mirror is affixed with two brass mounts. The floating glass evokes an ethereal beauty and lightness, with its highly sculptural shape and soothing color, the design is a testament to the artisanal excellence inherent to the works of Max Ingrand; of truly masterly craftsmanship and a refinement of design. Truly an artisan piece, hand-crafted with a discerning eye and with the highest level of skill, for which the Fontana Arte Studio was renown. . Reverse with manufacturer's paper label printed GALVANIT/FONTANA/ITALY with its original wood backing.

Literature: Fontana Arte: Gio Ponti, Pietro Chiesa, Max Ingrand, Franco Deboni, pg. 422.
Size: 31" high x 21" wide at top x 23" wide at mid-section x 10" wide at base x 1 1/2" deep

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (similar item)
Origin:	Italy
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Brass,Glass,Mirror
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use. In excellent vintage condition; no chips or cracks to the mirror plate or glass.
Creation Date:	1957
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century
Incollect Reference #:	883442

Dimensions

W.	23 in;	H.	31 in;	D.	1.5 in;
W.	58.42 cm;	H.	78.74 cm;	D.	3.81 cm;

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