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Paolo Buffa Buffet for Serafino Arrighi, 1952

$18,000
£13,621.36
€15,709.70
CA$25,135.76
A$28,160.16
CHF 14,657.34
MX$342,936.89
NOK 186,714.96
SEK 175,832.80
DKK 117,270.88
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Paolo Buffa Buffet for Serafino Arrighi, wood, Italy, 1952. Designed by Paolo Buffa in 1952 for Serafino Arrighi, this buffet exemplifies the designer’s refined approach to mid-century Italian furniture, where functional clarity meets elegant craftsmanship. Intended as a sophisticated storage piece, the buffet features a front façade adorned with pyramid-shaped faceted elements, creating a subtle geometric texture that animates its surface. At the center, a single front door blends seamlessly into the patterned façade; when opened, it reveals a surprisingly spacious and refined interior—a classy storage solution lined with the same care and attention found on the exterior. Its structure relies on interlocking joinery, ensuring both visual harmony and structural integrity, while a rectangular stretcher beneath incorporates a linear decorative motif that echoes classical design principles. The sculptural legs offer architectural stability and contribute to the piece’s poised, clean profile. Buffa’s sensitivity to proportion, material, and construction is fully expressed here, reflecting his broader design ethos. A key figure in Italy’s postwar design renaissance, Buffa collaborated with notable contemporaries such as Gio Ponti and firms like Mario Quarti, producing custom furnishings for prestigious interiors including the Royal Palace of Albania. His work, frequently realized in partnership with skilled workshops like Angelo Marelli and Serafino Arrighi, was showcased at leading exhibitions such as the Triennale di Milano and Le Salon des artistes décorateurs, affirming his lasting influence on modern European design.
  • Creator:
    Serafino Arrighi (Manufacturer),Paolo Buffa (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 47.25 in (120 cm)Width: 94.89 in (241 cm)Depth: 13.98 in (35.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950s
  • Condition:
    Refinished.
  • Seller Location:
    Lonigo, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3756345339082

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