Behind the walls of a 1930s-era former eyedrop factory in Milan, metal artist Gianluca Pacchioni works his magic, transforming iron, stainless steel, bronze, brass, aluminum and cold liquid metals into sculptures and elegant furniture. “I love metals,” he once said. “I love its imperfections, its scars. I love contrasts, and I try to highlight them. I spend my days ‘abusing’ these metals, but then I end up caressing them. . . . My aim is to find a form which blends imperfection with finesse.”
Born in Milan, in 1966, Pacchioni studied business and economics at Bocconi University before moving to Paris in the 1990s. There, he became immersed in Paris’s art world and discovered a passion for metal sculpting. Despite having no formal training in metalsmithing, Pacchioni forged his own technique and style in a studio he shared with other artists on the Quai de la Gare. His experimental works led to his first collection of iron sculptures presented at Vivendi Gallery, in Place des Vosges.
Keen to work with other Italian artists, Pacchioni returned to Milan in 1998, where he transformed the old factory into a workshop and atelier. Since then, he has focused on creating sculptures and limited-edition furniture such as beautiful Baroque Revival bronze and onyx console tables, side tables and secretaires and modern lighting designs using innovative techniques.
Throughout the 2000s, Pacchioni has participated in several exhibitions, including Milan’s prestigious Salon del Mobile. In 2014, one of his works was put on permanent display at the entrance hall of the Italian Embassy in Paris. In 2016, the Fondazione Cologni awarded him the title Maestro d’Arte e Mestiere (master of arts and crafts).
On 1stDibs, find a range of Gianluca Pacchioni decorative objects, tables and case pieces.
Oval White Onyx Side Table Cremino by Gianluca Pacchioni Italy
By Gianluca Pacchioni
Located in Paris, FR
Oval Cremino is a sculptural side table, of white onyx, cast bronze and polished brass, design by Gianluca Pacchioni, Italian artist represented by Galerie Negropontes in Paris, Fran...
Onyx, Bronze
Oval White Onyx Sculptural Console Cremino by Gianluca Pacchioni Italy
By Gianluca Pacchioni
Located in Paris, FR
Console Oval Cremino, of white onyx, cast bronze and polished brass, designed by Gianluca Pacchioni, Italian artist represented by Galerie Negropontes in Paris, France. Milanese ar...
Onyx, Bronze
$971 / item
H 18.12 in W 8.67 in D 15.75 in
White Carrara Marble Minimalist Oval Side Table “Column Side Table S”
By Josep Vila Capdevila
Located in Terrassa, Catalonia
The Column Side Table Small is a minimalist style side table consisting of a treated Carrara marble base, a white lacquered aluminum oval shape...
Marble, Carrara Marble, Aluminum, Brass
Italian Onyx and Brass Console Table, circa 1950
Located in Albano Laziale, Rome/Lazio
A refined Italian mid-century modern console table from the 1950s, executed in richly veined natural onyx with a sculptural brass surround. This elegant console exemplifies the mater...
Onyx, Brass
Italian Round Sorrento Side Table
Located in Bradenton, FL
19th Century Italian Sorrento Side Table. Table features intricate geometric and figural marquetry inlay to the octagonal top. The central medallion depicts a classical scene of a so...
Wood
Cult Stool, Sculptural Side Table, Mexican White Onyx / Marble
By Panorammma
Located in Ciudad de México, CDMX
Cult stool / side table; a hand sculpted stone from an incredibly particular stone; Mexican White Onyx, remits to primal sculptural-architectural language while displaying materials ...
Onyx
Sculptural Travertine Console
Located in New York, NY
Sculptural travertine console with rectangular glass top.
Travertine
Italian Sorrento Inlaid Side Table
Located in Bradenton, FL
19th Century Italian Sorrento Inlaid Side Table. Table features a rectangular top with softly rounded corners, richly inlaid with an intricate geometric border framing a classical fi...
Wood
$8,644
H 33.86 in W 58.27 in D 14.18 in
Mid-century sculptural console table by Guglielmo Ulrich, Italy, 1950s
By Guglielmo Ulrich
Located in Argelato, BO
Fine Large Console Table by Guglielmo Ulrich, 1940 Rare and monumental mid-century console in wood and brass, with glass top, designed by the Italian architect and designer Guglielm...
Brass
GAIA side table - Green onyx
Located in dubai, AE
The Gaia table is characterized by its massive side which is representative of the idea we have of the stone. This model respects perfectly the purity and simplicity of the materials...
Onyx
GAIA side table - Burl wood and White onyx
Located in dubai, AE
he Gaia table is defined by its sculptural presence and the harmony between two noble materials: burl wood and onyx. Its design celebrates the contrast between the deep, organic text...
Onyx
White Console Table with Organic Sculptural Design
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This white console table features a sculptural design inspired by stacked pebbles, offering a minimalist and luxurious aesthetic for your contemporary home decor. The piece is envelo...
Concrete
$1,421 / item
H 19.69 in W 14.57 in D 14.57 in
Lola - Pink Onyx Side Table by DFdesignlab Handmade in Italy
By DF designlab
Located in Campobasso, CB
Lola is an homage to femininity. It's lovely curves and gracious colors will bring a touch of grace to any interior space. Lola is our abstract representation of womanhood. Delicate, strong...
Onyx, Steel
$2,400
H 30 in W 93 in D 19 in
Italian Marble Top Painted Carved Console Table in Baroque Rococo Style
Located in Miami, FL
Italian Marble Top Painted Carved Console Table in Baroque Rococo Style Offered for sale is a grand overscale heavily carved and quite ornate Italian painted console table in the B...
Marble