CARLO DE CARLI (Italy, 1910-1999), for Fiarm Coat... Lot 92

CARLO DE CARLI (Italy, 1910-1999), for Fiarm Coat rack and umbrella stand set, ca.1960s. White wood. In good condition, shows signs of wear due to the passage of time. Measurements: 178 x 40 x 40 cm. (coat rack). 56 x 28 x 28 x 28 cm (umbrella stand). Set consisting of rotating coat rack and umbrella stand. In this design of the sixties published by Fiarm, De Carli puts in dialogue the full and empty, the balls in dark wood and the filiform fretwork. After turning to architecture in the 1950s, De Carli began to focus on furniture design, creating elegant and modern pieces for the most prestigious Italian manufacturers, such as Cassina and Tecno. He also worked on interior design projects for public and private buildings, such as apartments, hotels and offices. De Carli's style is characterized by understated elegance, simplicity and attention to detail. Throughout his career, De Carli received numerous awards and distinctions for his work, including the prestigious Compasso d'Oro in 1955 and 1960. Today, his furniture and interior architecture projects are considered emblematic examples of modern Italian design.