Lot Essay
Cf: Patrick Mauries. Fornasetti Designer of Dreams, London, 1991, p.100
DESIGNED BY PIERO FORNASETTI AND GIO PONTI IN 1951
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'Architettura', A Decorative Bureau/Cabinet
Designed by Piero Fornasetti and Gio Ponti in 1951
The upper part opening to reveal architectural interior with central painted metal alcove flanked by clear glass shelves, the lower section with fall-front bureau above three long drawers, the whole decorated in monochrome with architectural details
86½in. (219cm.) high; 31½in. (80cm.) wide; 9½in. (23cm.) deep
Designed by Piero Fornasetti and Gio Ponti in 1951
The upper part opening to reveal architectural interior with central painted metal alcove flanked by clear glass shelves, the lower section with fall-front bureau above three long drawers, the whole decorated in monochrome with architectural details
86½in. (219cm.) high; 31½in. (80cm.) wide; 9½in. (23cm.) deep