Mid-Century Modern Italian Globe Trinket Box, 1950s

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Description

An exquisite icon of mid-century Italian home design, beautifully balancing classic elegance with a vibrant Pop soul. This refined tabletop … Read more An exquisite icon of mid-century Italian home design, beautifully balancing classic elegance with a vibrant Pop soul. This refined tabletop globe is a true piece of Italian modernism from the 1950s and 1960s.
Unlike common, oversized bar globes, this rare model distinguishes itself through its compact, sculptural proportions, making it a sophisticated valet tray, desk accessory, or statement piece for an executive office or library shelf.
Design Details & Materials:
The "Antiques-meet-Pop" Contrast: The exterior features a beautifully detailed, patinated paper surface inspired by 16th-century cartography, complete with vintage sailing ships and mythical sea creatures. When opened, it reveals a striking, unexpected contrast: a vibrant, glossy yellow plastic interior—a signature "Pop" detail typical of post-war Italian creativity and material experimentation.
The Base: The globe rests on a masterfully turned, solid wood base with clean, sculptural lines that provide excellent stability and add a touch of mid-century warmth.
Authenticity: The underside of the wooden base proudly retains its original red paper "Made in Italy" label from the era, a highly sought-after detail that certifies its historical provenance and authenticity for discerning collectors.
Condition Report:
Excellent vintage condition. The exterior paper surface has developed a gorgeous, even, natural patina consistent with its age, which enhances its unique character and collector value. The wooden base and plastic interior are intact with no structural damage.
Technical Specifications:
Provenance: Italy
Period: Circa 1950s - 1960s
Materials: Turned Wood, Molded Plastic, Patinated Paper
Overall Height (Open): 15,5 cm
Internal Compartment Diameter: 8 cm
Base Width: 11.5 cm
Weight: 240 gr. This piece has an attribution mark,
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