Round Compass Rose Table in Wood by Mario Ceroli for Poltronova, 1970s

Details

Description

Rosa dei Venti round table in pinewood designed by Mario Ceroli for Poltronova in the 1970s.

This table is part … Read more Rosa dei Venti round table in pinewood designed by Mario Ceroli for Poltronova in the 1970s.

This table is part of the “Mobili nella Valle” series realized by Mario Ceroli during the 1970s. It presents beautiful inlays both on the top and on the base.

On the top is represented a compass rose, a symbol that can be found on a compass, map, nautical chart, or also a monument used to display the orientation of the cardinal directions and their intermediate points.

The inlays are also enriched with brass applications, which represent the four cardinal directions (north, east, south and west).

Manufacturer’s brand and author signature are marked with fire on the table structure.

Literature: Giuliana Gramigna, “Repertorio del Design Italiano 1950-2000”, Allemandi, 2011, p. 214. This piece has an attribution mark,
I am sure that it is completely authentic and take full responsibility for any authenticity
issues arising from misattribution See less