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Osvaldo Borsani & Lucio Fontana — 'T1' side table

'T1' side table

1950

Designed through the visionary collaboration between Osvaldo Borsani and Lucio Fontana, this striking 'T1' side table exemplifies the innovative spirit of mid-20th century Italian design. The piece features a luminous reverse-painted glass top, a technique that lends the surface a rich, jewel-like depth, supported by an elegant structure of brass and brass-plated steel. The harmonious fusion of fine craftsmanship and avant-garde aesthetics reflects both designers' commitment to elevating functional furniture into the realm of fine art.

Medium
reverse-painted glass, brass, brass-plated steel

🔨 Auction Lot

20th Century & Contemporary Art & Design Day Sale

November 26, 2018

Estimate: $30,000$50,000

Sold: $75,000

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Osvaldo Borsani & Lucio Fontana, 'T1' side table, 1950

Designed through the visionary collaboration between Osvaldo Borsani and Lucio Fontana, this striking 'T1' side table exemplifies the innovative spirit of mid-20th century Italian design. The piece features a luminous reverse-painted glass top, a technique that lends the surface a rich, jewel-like depth, supported by an elegant structure of brass and brass-plated steel. The harmonious fusion of fine craftsmanship and avant-garde aesthetics reflects both designers' commitment to elevating functional furniture into the realm of fine art.

Medium
reverse-painted glass, brass, brass-plated steel
Year
1950
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

Italian Artists, 20th Century, Collaborative Work, Mid Century Modern, Geometric Style, Decorative Arts, Glass Medium, Abstract Design, Metallic Tones, Furniture Design, Modernist Aesthetic

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