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Bruno Munari Decorative Objects

Italian, 1907-1998
In his prolific career, Bruno Munari was known for various contributions to art, industrial design, film, architecture, art theory, and technology. Munari’s principles and beliefs were built upon his early involvement in the Futurist movement, which he joined at the age of 19 using the pseudonym “Bum.” During the 1930s, Munari began to move towards Constructivism, particularly with his kinetic sculptures, Useless Machines (begun 1933), meant to transform or complicate their surrounding environments. Throughout his career, Munari was captivated by both a sense of whimsy and the manipulation of artificial light. After World War II, Munari also developed radical innovation in graphics, typography, and book publishing, through the latter creating pieces he would call Useless Books.
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Creator: Bruno Munari
Vintage Silver-Plate Vase By Bruno Munari Italian Design, 1973
Vintage Silver-Plate Vase By Bruno Munari Italian Design, 1973

Vintage Silver-Plate Vase By Bruno Munari Italian Design, 1973

By Bruno Munari

Located in North Miami, FL

This undulating sculptural vintage silver-plate vase signed B.Munari on the bottom 1973 is both sculptural and utilitarian. It is Italian by Bruno Munari made for Danese and a lovely vase and or desk accessory and will have so many other applications. it can also be used as a candle holder without the glass insert. The small glass vessel is short and will hold a few roses, a few orchids or a few gardenias or your favorite flower. It is 4" height x 2" diameter. Please note this is not the re-issue and is totally vintage...

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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Bruno Munari Decorative Objects

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Silver Plate

Bruno Munari Stamp Set Danese New old stock
Bruno Munari Stamp Set Danese New old stock

Bruno Munari Stamp Set Danese New old stock

By Bruno Munari

Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

Bruno Munari's stamp set for Danese. New old stock in mint condition. English text model.

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bruno Munari Decorative Objects

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Wood

20th Century, Bruno Munari for Danese Photo Frame Moirè
20th Century, Bruno Munari for Danese Photo Frame Moirè

20th Century, Bruno Munari for Danese Photo Frame Moirè

By Bruno Munari, Danese Milano

Located in Turin, Turin

The Italian firm Danese stands as one of the most influential companies in the history of design. Danese's success can largely be attributed to the philosophies and creations of Enzo...

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Steel Cinetic Object "Tetracono SM" by Bruno Munari for Danese Milano
Steel Cinetic Object "Tetracono SM" by Bruno Munari for Danese Milano

Steel Cinetic Object "Tetracono SM" by Bruno Munari for Danese Milano

By Bruno Munari

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Steel and aluminium Cinetic Object "Tetracono SM" by Bruno Munari for Danese Milano Paper manufacturer's label to underside ‘Bruno Mari 1965 Tetracono S.M. ...

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1960s Italian Modern Vintage Bruno Munari Decorative Objects

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Bruno Munari Rosewood Mail Stamps Set for Danese Milano, Italy, 1960s
Bruno Munari Rosewood Mail Stamps Set for Danese Milano, Italy, 1960s

Bruno Munari Rosewood Mail Stamps Set for Danese Milano, Italy, 1960s

By Danese Milano, Bruno Munari

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Set of five rosewood and rubber mail stamps by Bruno Munari for Danese, Italy, c.1960s. Bruno Munari was an Italian graphic artist and industrial designer ...

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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Bruno Munari Decorative Objects

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Rubber, Rosewood

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Bruno Munari decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Bruno Munari decorative objects are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Bruno Munari decorative objects, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. We have 9 vintage editions of these items in-stock, while there is 10 modern edition to choose from as well. Many of the original decorative objects by Bruno Munari were created in the modern style in europe during the 21st century and contemporary. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider decorative objects by Fabio Novembre, DeCastelli, and Cappellini. Prices for Bruno Munari decorative objects can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $120 and can go as high as $24,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $450.
Questions About Bruno Munari Decorative Objects
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025
    Bruno Munari is famous for his work as an artist and designer. In his prolific career, he was known for various contributions to art, industrial design, film, architecture, art theory and technology. Munari’s principles and beliefs were built upon his early involvement in the Futurist movement, which he joined at the age of 19 using the pseudonym “Bum.” During the 1930s, Munari began to move towards Constructivism, particularly with his kinetic sculptures, called Useless Machines (begun 1933), meant to transform or complicate their surrounding environments. Shop a range of Bruno Munari art on 1stDibs.