Mid-Century Italian Modular Wall System attributed to Vittorio Dassi, 1950s, Set of 7

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This striking modular wall unit captures the essence of Italian mid-century design from the 1950s–1960s, where craftsmanship and architectural composition … Read more This striking modular wall unit captures the essence of Italian mid-century design from the 1950s–1960s, where craftsmanship and architectural composition came together in furniture that feels both functional and sculptural. Executed in richly toned mahogany or teak, the piece combines open shelving, vitrines, and closed storage modules into a balanced, visually rhythmic structure elevated on slim metal legs. Subtle brass detailing adds warmth and refinement, while the upper cabinet doors feature rare carved decorative panels—an expressive departure from the more restrained Scandinavian modernism of the same era.

The overall design language strongly resonates with the work of designers such as Vittorio Dassi, and Paolo Buffa. In particular, the architectural layering, warm material palette, and decorative detailing suggest a likely connection to the Dassi workshop or the broader Milanese design circle of the period. While attribution cannot be definitively confirmed, the stylistic evidence places it firmly within the high-end Italian modernist tradition.

Base: width 85 cm, height 80 cm, depth 40 cm. High top section: width 85 cm, height 120 cm, depth 30 cm. Low glass top section: width 85 cm, height 60 cm, depth 30 cm. See less