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Brass and Plexiglass Storage Box by Renato Meneghetti for DDD Design
$473.26
£357.80
€400
CA$661.74
A$723.20
CHF 380.57
MX$8,662.19
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About the Item
Refined storage box in brass and plexiglass, designed by Renato Meneghetti for DDD Design in the 1970s. The circular form is enhanced by a central plexiglass band that creates an elegant contrast with the warm sheen of the brass, while the domed lid, topped with a sphere featuring a central plexiglass detail, gives the piece a sculptural and distinctive character. The artist's engraved signature on the plexiglass band attests to the authenticity and value of the work, complemented by the original "DDD Design" label on the underside. Perfect as a container for small objects or as a decorative tabletop element, this creation combines the purity of geometric forms with the elegance of fine materials, representing a significant example of Italian 1970s design.
Product Name: Brass and Plexiglass Storage Box by Renato Meneghetti for DDD Design
Designer: Renato Meneghetti
Year of Design: 1970s
Style: Italian modernism, decorative sculptural design
Main Materials: Polished brass, plexiglass
Distinctive Design: Circular structure with central plexiglass band and brass base and lid; domed lid topped with a sphere featuring central plexiglass detail; artist's engraved signature on the plexiglass band
Dimensions: Height 21 cm Circumference 23.5 cm
Typical Use: Container for small items, decorative tabletop or sideboard element
Design Icon: Representative example of 1970s Italian production in brass and glass, signed by one of the leading figures of artistic design of the period
Versatility: Suitable for modern, vintage, or eclectic interiors; perfect for collectors of 20th-century Italian design
Current Condition: Original period piece, in good condition with natural brass patina; retains original "DDD Design" label on underside
Additional Notes: Please note that this item is in excellent vintage condition. Minor signs of age may be present, which do not affect its functionality. We kindly invite you to consider these characteristics before purchasing.
Renato Meneghetti, born in Rosà (Vicenza) in 1947, is a multifaceted and conceptual artist active internationally, known for a visual language that merges painting, installation, and technological experimentation. Self-taught in painting, he also trained in architecture and design under the guidance of Carlo Scarpa in Venice, developing a creative approach that traverses genres and techniques. His most recognizable hallmark is the use of radiographic plates overlaid on paintings or transparent supports such as plexiglass-a practice that reveals a hidden dimension of the image and invites the viewer to look beyond the surface, transforming the body, memory, and the artwork itself into a field of poetic and conceptual investigation. This research, described by many as a "radiography of the soul," is expressed in iconic installations such as the one presented at the 54th Venice Biennale (2011), where his radiographic reinterpretation of Andrea Mantegna's Lamentation over the Dead Christ resulted in a monumental and immersive work.
Recurring themes in his work are the anti-playful and anti-sensual: his creations do not aim to seduce through immediacy, but to engage the viewer in a deeper, almost unsettling experience that requires attention and introspection. Prominent critics and artists, including Lucio Fontana, Gillo Dorfles, Pierre Restany, Achille Bonito Oliva, and Vittorio Sgarbi, have written about him, acknowledging his innovative force and his ability to redefine the concept of vision. His works are included in public and private collections, exhibited in galleries and international fairs, and have achieved significant auction results, with hammer prices exceeding €8,000. Through his work, Meneghetti establishes himself as a central figure in contemporary Italian art, capable of uniting technical refinement with a profound reflection on vision and on the very essence of the image.Refined storage box in brass and plexiglass, designed by Renato Meneghetti for DDD Design in the 1970s. The circular form is enhanced by a central plexiglass band that creates an elegant contrast with the warm sheen of the brass, while the domed lid, topped with a sphere featuring a central plexiglass detail, gives the piece a sculptural and distinctive character. The artist's engraved signature on the plexiglass band attests to the authenticity and value of the work, complemented by the original "DDD Design" label on the underside. Perfect as a container for small objects or as a decorative tabletop element, this creation combines the purity of geometric forms with the elegance of fine materials, representing a significant example of Italian 1970s design.
Product Name: Brass and Plexiglass Storage Box by Renato Meneghetti for DDD Design
Designer: Renato Meneghetti
Year of Design: 1970s
Style: Italian modernism, decorative sculptural design
Main Materials: Polished brass, plexiglass
Distinctive Design: Circular structure with central plexiglass band and brass base and lid; domed lid topped with a sphere featuring central plexiglass detail; artist's engraved signature on the plexiglass band
Dimensions: Height 21 cm Circumference 23.5 cm
Typical Use: Container for small items, decorative tabletop or sideboard element
Design Icon: Representative example of 1970s Italian production in brass and glass, signed by one of the leading figures of artistic design of the period
Versatility: Suitable for modern, vintage, or eclectic interiors; perfect for collectors of 20th-century Italian design
Current Condition: Original period piece, in good condition with natural brass patina; retains original "DDD Design" label on underside
Additional Notes: Please note that this item is in excellent vintage condition. Minor signs of age may be present, which do not affect its functionality. We kindly invite you to consider these characteristics before purchasing.
Renato Meneghetti, born in Rosà (Vicenza) in 1947, is a multifaceted and conceptual artist active internationally, known for a visual language that merges painting, installation, and technological experimentation. Self-taught in painting, he also trained in architecture and design under the guidance of Carlo Scarpa in Venice, developing a creative approach that traverses genres and techniques. His most recognizable hallmark is the use of radiographic plates overlaid on paintings or transparent supports such as plexiglass-a practice that reveals a hidden dimension of the image and invites the viewer to look beyond the surface, transforming the body, memory, and the artwork itself into a field of poetic and conceptual investigation. This research, described by many as a "radiography of the soul," is expressed in iconic installations such as the one presented at the 54th Venice Biennale (2011), where his radiographic reinterpretation of Andrea Mantegna's Lamentation over the Dead Christ resulted in a monumental and immersive work.
Recurring themes in his work are the anti-playful and anti-sensual: his creations do not aim to seduce through immediacy, but to engage the viewer in a deeper, almost unsettling experience that requires attention and introspection. Prominent critics and artists, including Lucio Fontana, Gillo Dorfles, Pierre Restany, Achille Bonito Oliva, and Vittorio Sgarbi, have written about him, acknowledging his innovative force and his ability to redefine the concept of vision. His works are included in public and private collections, exhibited in galleries and international fairs, and have achieved significant auction results, with hammer prices exceeding €8,000. Through his work, Meneghetti establishes himself as a central figure in contemporary Italian art, capable of uniting technical refinement with a profound reflection on vision and on the very essence of the image.
- Creator:Renato Meneghetti (Designer),DDD Design (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 8.27 in (21 cm)Diameter: 9.26 in (23.5 cm)
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- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1970
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Conversano, IT
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU8395246436002
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