Coffee Table by Aldo Tura for Tura Milano, 1960s

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Low table designed by Aldo Tura in the 1960s, made of parchment, or goatskin, hand-dyed in two different shades: a … Read more Low table designed by Aldo Tura in the 1960s, made of parchment, or goatskin, hand-dyed in two different shades: a light, warm and luminous finish for the main surface, and a darkened, almost burnt parchment for the central recessed geometric detail.
The visual effect is extraordinary: the contrast between the two colors gives life to a measured but powerful graphic motif, which reveals the designer's compositional sensitivity.
The entire volume rests on a recessed base that visually raises the top, giving the piece an almost sculptural lightness, despite its solid and compact presence.
The perfectly calibrated proportions make this table suitable for both a classic setting and a contemporary interior, where it can become a discreet but sophisticated focal point.
Aldo Tura is a unique figure in the panorama of twentieth-century Italian design, famous for his obsession with materials and for his continuous experimentation with finishes and surfaces. His work is halfway between designer craftsmanship and high-end industrial production, with a predilection for complex and highly refined techniques, including the masterful use of parchment, often applied and dyed by hand, as in this case.
Each piece by Tura is the result of a meticulous process, which requires time, precision and an uncommon aesthetic sensitivity.
This coffee table is an emblematic example: elegant, essential, but at the same time material and sensual.
The surface retains all the richness of the original parchment and discreetly tells the story of the passing of the years. Tura's design language, in this case, is expressed through formal simplicity and the refinement of materials, in a perfect balance between rationalism and decorativism.
Pieces like this, authentic and well-preserved, are increasingly rare and sought-after today, present in the most attentive collections and in environments where interior design dialogues with the history of Italian designer furniture.
A silent but eloquent work, which speaks to those who know how to see beauty in the details.
The table is in excellent original condition. The parchment surface is intact, with slight and homogeneous traces of time compatible with the age, such as superficial micro scratches and a light natural patina that enhances its authenticity. There are no breaks, lifting or visible signs of restoration.
The base is solid and stable. Overall, the piece fully retains its material charm and is ready to be inserted into both historical and contemporary environments.

Product Name: Coffee Table by Aldo Tura for TURA Milano 1960's
Designer: Aldo Tura
Year of Design: 1960s
Style: Italian decorative modernism, with rationalist influences
Main Materials: Hand-dyed parchment (goatskin) in two shades, wooden base
Distinctive Design: Light parchment surface with central geometric insert in dark parchment, recessed base that visually raises the volume and lightens its presence; measured and graphic color contrasts
Dimensions: Length 105cm | Width 105cm | Height 36cm
Comfort: Optimal proportions for living environments; functional as a coffee table or accent element
Typical Use: Center table for living rooms, reception rooms or sophisticated interior design environments
Design Icon: Emblematic example of Aldo Tura's material poetics; demonstration of his skill in the use of parchment and sophisticated artisanal finishes
Versatility: Suitable for both classic and contemporary interiors, it integrates elegantly into residential, luxury retail or boutique hotel settings
Current Design Condition: Excellent original condition; intact parchment surface with light signs of aging such as micro-scratches and homogeneous patina; solid and stable structure with no visible lifting or restorations
Additional Notes: Please note that this item is in excellent vintage condition. There may be slight signs of aging, which do not affect its functionality. We invite you to consider these characteristics before purchasing.
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