Italian Centrepiece in Rosso Verona Marble by Sergio Asti for Up&Up, 1960s

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Sergio asti for up&up, centrepiece/storage tray in rosso verona marble, mid-century modern style/italian design from the late 1960s–1970s. In perfect … Read more Sergio asti for up&up, centrepiece/storage tray in rosso verona marble, mid-century modern style/italian design from the late 1960s–1970s. In perfect condition. Sergio asti / up&up: an initiative aimed at revisiting the use of marble in the design of everyday objects, favouring simple and functional forms, with a polished finish and attention to the material. These pieces were both aesthetic and practical, and made from high-quality marble in the late 1960s–1970s. Alternatives: roberto arioli / gabbianelli: a sculptural approach, playing with the volume of marble to create autonomous objects, often with a ‘space age' or sculptural feel, around the 1960s. Angelo mangiarotti / knoll: formal rationalism, minimal volume, and use of marble as a refined utilitarian object, typical of softened brutalist design, circa 1960-1970. Artist / designer: sergio asti (1926 - 2021). Issuer / manufacturer: up&up. Period: 20th century / mid century / 1960 - 1980. Country of origin: italy. Dimensions (h x w x d): 4cm x 18cm x 18 cm. Weight: 2 kg. Condition: excellent. Style: abstract art / modern art / design. Material: minéral / marble. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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