Travertine Vide Poche by Pier Alessandro Giusti & Egidio Di Rosa for Up & Up
A large, stunning sculptural travertine vide poche designed by Pier Alessandro Giusti and Egidio Di Rosa for Up & Up Italia, circa 1970s. This simple, but remarkable piece showcases the timeless elegance of Italian design, blending natural stone with artistic precision. The piece features an intricate geometric design of concentric circles, creating a mesmerizing visual effect. The sharpness of the design contrasts beautifully with the organic rounded edges of the natural stone. The travertine’s natural tunfilled texture and warmth adds further depth and character, making this vide poche or centerpiece the elegant focal point of any space. The piece is both functional and decorative, making it perfect for enhacing dining tables, credenzas, or coffee tables. Its minimalist, yet striking, design reflects the sophisticatation and pride of Italian craftsmanship and attention to detail that define the Up & Up aesthetic.
UP & UP ITALIA (1969 - ): Up & Up is an Italian brand, specializing in distinctive items made of stone, including travertine and marble from the Massa and Carrara regions. Up & Up's furniture and decorative objects are designed with extraordinary care and craftsmanship. Many of their original pieces were created in the european mid-century modern style during the late 20th century. Up & Up has prided themselves on experimenting with new forms and exploring new applications of stone, allowing this timeless material to be used by some of the greatest designers, including Pier Alessandro Giusti, Egidio Di Rosa, Raffaello Repossi, Sergio Asti, Angelo Mangiarotti, and Ettore Sottsass.
DIMENSIONS: 11.75" D x 1.125" H
CONDITION: In excellent vintage condition, with only light signs of use and a beautiful patina that testifies to its age, adding charm and a sense of history to its appearance. A true collector’s item and a celebration of 1970s Italian design. Unmarked, attribution based on archival documentation.
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