Gio Ponti Sketch "Disegni per Vasi Incrociatifor", Italy 1950
By Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
A wonderfully whimsical concept drawing of a vase. Authentication papers from the Gio Ponti archives provided with drawing.
Paper
Gio Ponti Sketch "Disegni per Vasi Incrociatifor", Italy, 1950
By Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
A wonderfully whimsical concept drawing of two vases. Authentication papers from the Gio Ponti archives provided with drawing.
Paper
Gio Ponti portrait drawing of a girl Italy 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
This original Gio Ponti sketch, created in the 1950s as a portrait of a girl for a terracotta sculpture, is a rare and captivating piece of design history.
Paper
$20,000 / set
Pair of Venini Torqued Obelisks
By Carlo Scarpa
Located in New York, NY
Around 1930 Gio Ponti gave Paolo Venini some sketches for glass obelisks.
Glass
1957 Luna Lamp by Gio Ponti, never produced before
By Gio Ponti
Located in Munich, Bavaria
The piece is produced by Tato Italia following Gio Ponti´s sketches and technical specifications.
Brass, Steel
Sold
H 15.75 in W 38.98 in D 25.2 in
Gio Ponti Ceramic Tile Exterior Wall Panel from 'De Bijenkorf' Netherlands 1964
By Gio Ponti
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Gio Ponti Ceramic Tile Exterior Wall Panel from 'De Bijenkorf' Eindhoven The Netherlands opened 18 March 1969 United with the original Gio Ponti sketch from 21-10-1964 for the build...
Brass
Gio Ponti Concept Panel Sketch, Italy 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
An incredibly rare sketch of leaves by Gio Ponti. Most likely this was made as a sample representation for a larger decorative landscape and believed to be used as a translucent part...
Lucite
Domus Nova 2 Trier Coffee Table Attributed to Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Stunning Italian 50's design coffee table that is attributed to Gio Ponti Produced by Domus Nova for the store 'la Rinascente' The inlay of the walnut veneer on the bottom level...
Walnut
Important, GIO PONTI, Totem floor lamp, 1973, original label and published
By Gio Ponti
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
LITERATURE: "Gio Ponti. L’Arte si Innamora dell’Industria", Ugo la Pietra,Milan 1995, pages. 382-83, fig. 791 and sketches – Gio Ponti.
Aluminum, Stainless Steel
Gio Ponti Sketch of a City Plan, Italy, 1960s
By Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
Authentication papers from the Gio Ponti archives provided with drawing.
Paper
Gio Ponti Painting "Donna Con Cappellino"
By Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
Gio Ponti painting "Donna Con Cappellino" 1972, Italy. A colorful portrayal by Gio Ponti. Acrylic on Prespex (Plexiglas) singed by Gio Ponti on the front, while the paint work is rev...
Acrylic, Plexiglass
Jacques Germain — Ink on Paper, Signed & Studio Stamp
By Jacques Germain
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Abstract ink drawing on paper by French artist Jacques Germain (1915–2001), a significant figure of the postwar École de Paris and a contributor to the movement of Lyrical Abstractio...
Paper
$1,650
H 10 in W 7.5 in D 0.5 in
Jacob El Hanani Original Abstract Drawing 10" x 8" Mid Century Modern Art
Located in Atlanta, GA
Original Abstract Pen and Ink Drawing by well listed artist Jacob El Hanani. Hand signed and dated 1989. It retains its warm original patina.
Glass, Wood, Paper
Laura #2, Framed Lithograph 76/200 By Irving Amen 1950s
Located in Delray Beach, FL
An outstanding, color lithograph, titled “Laura #2” from 1950s and annotated 76/200, signed by American artist Irving Amen. The dimensions are 28″H x 22″W framed. In excellent condit...
Paper
$2,513
H 31.5 in W 38.98 in D 1.78 in
Drawing by Manuel Viana, Lithography in Black and White, Limited Edition 1970s
By Manuel Viana
Located in Salzburg, AT
Drawing by Manuel Viana, lithography in black and white, limited edition 135/300 signed Handcrafted wooden frame with white gilt decoration, non-reflecting glass Biography: The art...
Glass, Wood, Crayon
Paper Artwork with Wood Frame by Ugo La Pietra, Italy, 1980s
By Ugo La Pietra
Located in Milan, IT
Remarkable artwork by Ugo La Pietra. Wood frame and handwritten signature on the front.
Paper
$4,569
H 13 in W 3.5 in D 3.5 in
A pair of Baccarat crystal Grand Tour obelisks, Italy end of 19th century.
Located in Milan, IT
A pair of Grand Tour obelisks. Made of Baccarat crystal. The plinth rests on 4 legs in gilded bronze in the shape of a paw, 4 angel heads, also made of gilded bronze, separate the ob...
Crystal, Bronze
Line Drawing by Jean Negulesco
By Jean Negulesco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful continuous black line drawing of a woman by Jean Negulesco. Vintage color serigraph print with blind stamp in corner. New custom maple frame with UV plexi.
Maple, Paper
$6,796
H 17.33 in W 23.63 in D 0.01 in
Important and Extremely Rare Franz Hagenauer Drawing '1930/1935'
By Franz Hagenauer
Located in Vienna, AT
An important, large and extremely rare original Hagenauer drawing of a head sculpture by Franz Hagenauer, from ca. 1930, No. 3080, from the workshop - Karl Hagenauer, Vienna - , samp...
Paper
Pair of Mid-Century Obelisks
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Obelisks crafted in the Mid-Century with copper and brass. As a symbol of power for thousands of years these obelisks do not disappoint. Having an intriguing mixture of textu...
Copper
Vintage Boho Original Sketch on Paper
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Experience the raw beauty of artistic expression with our Vintage Boho Original Sketch on Paper. Handcrafted with soulful strokes, this piece embodies the free-spirited essence of Am...
Glass, Wood, Paint, Paper
$1,485 / set
H 18.12 in W 3.35 in D 3.35 in
Two cut crystal obelisks, signature underneath Archimede Seguso Murano, around 1
Located in Honnelles, WHT
Two cut crystal obelisks, signature underneath Archimede Seguso Murano, around 1950
Marble
Framed Abstract Figurative Line Drawing
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Exuding mid-century modern sophistication, this original framed abstract line drawing captures fluid, intertwined figurative forms rendered on aged paper. The minimalist composition ...
Glass, Wood, Paper
HARRY BERTOIA Original pen drawing, Mushroom, 1960s
By Harry Bertoia
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
UNTITLED (Mushroom), CA. 1960 Black ink on Strathmore-Velin H 21 W 27.8 (excl. frame) With certificate of authenticity of the estate Harry Bertoia by Celia Bertoia, Utah, 01.06.2022 ...
Paper
Original Fashion Drawing, Pat Kerr, 1946
By Pat Kerr
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful ink and wash by Pat Kerr, 1946. So evocative of the 1940s. On card. Unsigned. Presented in an antique water gilded frame Drawn for A & C Kay, New Bond St. Lond...
Paper
Pair of Large Vintage Lucite Decorative Obelisks
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hollywood Regency-Style lucite obelisks, ca. 1970s, USA. Large-scale, statuesque decorative objects measuring H: 19.88" and 20.25" (there is a slight dimensional disparity between th...
Lucite
Scandinavian Modern Bench in Chestnut Upholstery and Teak
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Large bench, faux leather, teak, brass, Scandinavia, 1950s A charming furniture piece exuding a sense of harmony and purity. The bench, with its rectangular shape, showcases an upho...
Brass
$2,860 / item
H 29.93 in W 23.63 in D 23.63 in
Ethnic Straw Armchair by +55design Brazilian Design with Indigenous Craft
By Neca Abrantes
Located in Jardim America, SP
This rotating armchair by Neca Abrantes is a striking fusion of contemporary Brazilian design and indigenous handcrafted traditions. Known for her deep passion for native craftsmansh...
Straw
$1,300 / item
H 14 in W 9 in D 9 in
Brutalist, Handmade Ceramic Table Lamp, Double Decker Lamp by Streicher Goods
By Ethan Streicher, Streicher Goods
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Double Decker lamp is a tall, brutalist-inspired table lamp, perfect for lighting in larger living spaces, created by Streicher Goods in Brooklyn, NY. The lamp is composed of a...
Brass
$7,200 / item
H 14 in Dm 36 in
Grand Mid-Century Flush Mount Uplight Ceiling Lamp from Filmcasino Vienna, 1950s
Located in Vienna, AT
We are delighted to present this stunning bowl-shaped pendant light / uplight plafoniere / flush mount light fixture dating back to the 1950s. (Actually there were three pieces avail...
Metal, Aluminum, Brass
$1,995
H 39.25 in W 24 in D 17.5 in
Chinoiserie Black Lacquer Secretary Desk by Maddox, Asian Motif, 1970s
By Edward Wormley, James Mont
Located in Chattanooga, TN
This incomparable slant-front chinoiserie black lacquer secretary desk depicts a serene, traditional Asian motif from head to toe. The gold and greens appear as mystical and radiant...
Brass
Gianfranco Frattini 'Aspide' Table Lamp for GUBI
By Gubi, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gianfranco Frattini 'Aspide' Table Lamp for GUBI. Named after the Italian word for ‘asp’, for its serpentine form, the Aspide was designed as a versatile task lamp that may be adjus...
Metal, Chrome, Iron
$2,850 / item
H 32 in W 13 in D 4 in
Sculptural Ceramic Emma Table Lamp w/Vellum Shade by Danny Kaplan Studio
By Danny Kaplan Studio
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Emma table lamp is constructed by stacking slab-built ceramic bricks. Each brick is individually formed, carefully arranged, and then attached to create a cohesive piece. The arc...
Ceramic
$8,776 / item
H 35.44 in W 63 in D 27.56 in
Brass and Alabaster Mobile Chandelier by Glustin Luminaires
By Glustin Creation
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Mobile kinetic chandelier made of patinated brass with a round counterweight and two enlighten alabaster globes. Original design by Glustin Luminaires.
Alabaster, Brass
$3,305 / item
H 14 in W 48 in D 8 in
4-foot Pendant Light in Black Walnut with Brass Fixtures by Hinterland Design
By Hinterland Design
Located in Vancouver, BC
It’s believed that ancient Egyptians may have had the technology to harness electricity and create light thousands of years ago. This technology is referred to as the light of the De...
Brass
$8,900
H 30 in W 10.23 in D 3.93 in
Max Ingrand Pendant Lamp by Fontana Arte, Brass and Glass, Italy, 1960
By Fontana Arte, Max Ingrand
Located in Vienna, AT
Max Ingrand Fontana Arte pendant lamp, Italy, 1960. Formidable smaller pendant light which comes in chromed brass and textured acid-etched (blinded) shield-form reflector shades. T...
Brass
$23,500
H 16.54 in Dm 33.47 in
Mid-Century Coffee Table Model 1774 by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte Italy, 1958
By Max Ingrand, Fontana Arte
Located in Almelo, NL
Mid-Century Coffee Table by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte Italy, circa 1958 This coffee table, manufactured in Italy by Fontana Arte, is the Model 1774, designed by Max Ingrand aroun...
Mirror
Anden I Opaline Acrylic Table Lamp by Studio Orbeat
Located in Geneve, CH
Anden I Opaline Acrylic Table Lamp by Studio Orbeat Dimensions: W 30 x D 30 x H 12 cm Materials: opaline acrylic, bronze, bulit in dimmer switch and warm LED light. Fittings also av...
Bronze, Other
$89,773
H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in
Highly Important 17th Century Charles II Floral Marquetry table by Gerrit Jensen
By Gerrit Jensen
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
Important Charles II Olive Oyster Floral Marquetry Table Firmly Attributed to Royal Cabinetmaker Gerrit Jensen, Circa 1680. England This rare and exceptional 17th century Charles II...
Bone, Ebony, Olive, Holly
Gio Ponti Carved Walnut Side / Cocktail Table, 1939
By Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
Gio Ponti Carved Walnut Side / Cocktail Table, 1939 A very fine walnut coffee or side table designed by Gio Ponti in 1939 as part of a suite of furniture Ponti designed for the Vet...
Glass, Walnut
late 1940s desk by Gio Ponti in walnut wood
By Gio Ponti
Located in Vigevano, PV
late 1940s desk by Gio Ponti in walnut wood and formica top. this desk was made for a house in milan, designed by gio ponti and emilio lancia.
Formica, Walnut
Elegant Italian Small Desk in Ash
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Writing desk, ash, brass, formica, Italy, 1950s Very elegant desk made in Italy in the 1950s. The framework is executed in ash. The upper part of this piece is made from ash veneer,...
Brass
An architect, furniture and industrial designer and editor, Gio Ponti was arguably the most influential figure in 20th-century Italian modernism.
Ponti designed thousands of furnishings and products — from cabinets, mirrors and chairs to ceramics and coffeemakers — and his buildings, including the brawny Pirelli Tower (1956) in his native Milan, and the castle-like Denver Art Museum (1971), were erected in 14 countries. Through Domus, the magazine he founded in 1928, Ponti brought attention to virtually every significant movement and creator in the spheres of modern art and design.
The questing intelligence Ponti brought to Domus is reflected in his work: as protean as he was prolific, Ponti’s style can’t be pegged to a specific genre.
In the 1920s, as artistic director for the Tuscan porcelain maker Richard Ginori, he fused old and new; his ceramic forms were modern, but decorated with motifs from Roman antiquity. In pre-war Italy, modernist design was encouraged, and after the conflict, Ponti — along with designers such as Carlo Mollino, Franco Albini, Marco Zanuso — found a receptive audience for their novel, idiosyncratic work. Ponti’s typical furniture forms from the period, such as the wedge-shaped Distex chair, are simple, gently angular, and colorful; equally elegant and functional. In the 1960s and ’70s, Ponti’s style evolved again as he explored biomorphic shapes, and embraced the expressive, experimental designs of Ettore Sottsass Jr., Joe Colombo and others.
Ponti's signature furniture piece — the one by which he is represented in the collections of the Museum of Modern Art in New York, Germany’s Vitra Design Museum and elsewhere — is the sleek Superleggera chair, produced by Cassina starting in 1957. (The name translates as “superlightweight” — advertisements featured a model lifting it with one finger.)
Ponti had a playful side, best shown in a collaboration he began in the late 1940s with the graphic artist Piero Fornasetti. Ponti furnishings were decorated with bright finishes and Fornasetti's whimsical lithographic transfer prints of things such as butterflies, birds or flowers; the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts possesses a 1950 secretary from their Architetturra series, which feature case pieces covered in images of building interiors and facades. The grandest project Ponti and Fornasetti undertook, however, lies on the floor of the Atlantic Ocean: the interiors of the luxury liner Andrea Doria, which sank in 1956.
Widely praised retrospectives at the Queens Museum of Art in 2001 and at the Design Museum London in 2002 sparked a renewed interest in Ponti among modern design aficionados. (Marco Romanelli’s monograph, which was written for the London show, offers a fine overview of Ponti’s work.) Today, a wide array of Ponti’s designs are snapped up by savvy collectors who want to give their homes a touch of Italian panache and effortless chic.
Find a range of vintage Gio Ponti desks, dining chairs, coffee tables and other furniture on 1stDibs.
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The Antwerp-based designer lends his unique touch to homes, boutiques and offices in Belgium, the United States and Germany, as well as furniture for B&B Italia and Molteni.