Lacquered Wood Coffee Table by Aldo Tura, 1950s

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This refined coffee table perfectly embodies the luxurious, textured aesthetic of mid-20th-century Milanese design by Aldo Tura. Its distinctive feature … Read more This refined coffee table perfectly embodies the luxurious, textured aesthetic of mid-20th-century Milanese design by Aldo Tura. Its distinctive feature is the sand-colored lacquered parchment covering, applied with the masterful craftsmanship that made the designer famous.
The structure presents itself as a solid and imposing geometric volume, visually lightened by a recessed plinth that creates a suggestive suspended effect. The top is embellished with a contrasting rectangular frame, crafted from goatskin dyed in a dark, grained shade that recalls the depth of the briar root. The high-thickness glossy finish not only protects the natural leather underneath, but also enhances the organic nuances and irregularities typical of the parchment, making each piece a unique piece of high Italian modernism.

Dimensions: 37 x 130 x 80 cm (height, width, depth) This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
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however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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