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Franco Albini for Poggi Model 840 Stadera Desk

Creator: Franco Albini
Offered by: Vintage Domus Srl

Description
Rare and important desk model Stadera designed by Franco Albini for the Poggi manufacture, in 1959. Model 840. Made of noble wood for its shelf, the desk is the perfect modernist element of great Italian design. Its countertop features clean, sharp lines with thick geometric shapes. Through its elevation, it is possible to best position each element in the desk.
Its single pedestal designed legs are made of very solid painted metal that supports the entire structure. The desk is a great piece of Italian modernist design, perfect for collectors and important living rooms.
Literature: Giuliana Weeden - Repertory 1950/1980, p. 123, Milan, Italy, Mondadori
Domus July 1991, no. 729,
Irene. Maino, M. Paola. De Guttry - Il mobile italiano degli anni '40 e '50 1992, pp. 59 and 123, Rome, Editori Laterza

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (similar item)
Origin:	Italy
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Metal,Wood
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use. The desk is in original patina, with light scratches due to its age and use.
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century
Incollect Reference #:	729969

Dimensions

W.	56.3 in;	H.	29.34 in;	D.	32.68 in;
W.	143 cm;	H.	74.52 cm;	D.	83.01 cm;

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