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Vintage pendants with a Minimalist persuasion from Holland, 1960s. Chrome and black.

Vintage Dutch table lamp in black enamel with chrome gooseneck. White push-button switch.

Introducing a timeless masterpiece of design history - the vintage Dutch modular wall system, meticulously crafted in 1955 by the renowned Dutch designer, Tjerk Reijenga. This except...

Introducing the Pilastro Wall Unit - Your Ultimate Organizational Solution! Upgrade your living space with the completely modular Pilastro Wall Unit, a sleek and versatile storage solution that combines functionality with modern design. This exquisite piece of furniture will revolutionize the way you organize your home or office. Key Features: 1. **Two Spacious Cabinets:** With ample storage space behind stylish cabinet doors, you can keep your belongings neatly tucked away and easily accessible when needed. 2. **Magazine Shelf:** The built-in magazine shelf not only adds a touch of sophistication but also provides a convenient spot to display your favorite reading materials. 3. **Functional Desk:** The integrated desk offers a dedicated workspace that's perfect for productivity. Whether you're working from home or tackling tasks, this desk is designed to meet your needs. 4. **Light Bar:** Illuminate your workspace or showcase your decorative items with the built-in light bar. Its soft, adjustable lighting creates the perfect ambiance for any occasion. Why Choose the Pilastro Wall Unit? - **Space-Saving:** Designed to maximize space utilization, the Pilastro Wall Unit is perfect for smaller rooms or apartments where efficient storage is essential. - **Contemporary Design:** Its clean lines, minimalistic design, and high-quality materials make it a stylish addition to any interior décor. - **Durable Construction:** Crafted from premium materials, this wall unit is built to last, ensuring years of reliable use. - **Easy Assembly:** With clear instructions and all the necessary hardware included, assembly is a breeze, so you can enjoy your new wall unit...

Kurt Thut, a Swiss furniture designer renowned for his innovative and timeless creations, has left an indelible mark on the world of design. One of his standout pieces is a sideboard...

Discover the epitome of mid-century elegance with our vintage Dutch 2-bay modular wall system, a design masterpiece from 1955 by the visionary Dutch designer, Tjerk Reijenga. This remarkable set is a testament to Reijenga's talent for blending form and function seamlessly. Elevate your living space with this stunning modular wall system, adorned with colorful metal shelving that not only captures the essence of mid-century charm but also provides practical storage for your cherished items. The inclusion of a light bar adds a touch of sophistication, allowing you to showcase your treasures in the perfect illumination. The magazine shelf is a stylish addition that combines utility with aesthetics, while the drop-top desk...

Italian modern red plastic storage trolley Boby, on wheels, by Joe Colombo for Bieffeplast in 1968. Iconic and very useful in all environments, Boby model storage trolley with stru...

Italian Post modern plastic storage Boby trolley by Joe Colombo for Bieffeplast. designed in 1968. Iconic design, Logo and signature present. features several storage compartments a...

Organizer cabinet designed by Joe Colombo, circa 1960. Manufactured by Bieffeplast Padova, from Italy. In original condition, with some visible ...

Designed in 1969, Joe Colombo’s iconic "Boby 3" portable storage system was produced by Italian manufacturer Bieffeplast makes savvy use of space with its swivel design. This compact caddy is featured in the collection of the Museum of Modern Art in New York, but it’s perfect at home in domestic settings, offering ample storage with swing-out drawer trays provide and cubby holes for taller items. A one-of-a-kind piece that will complete a studio or a midcentury office. Measures (cm): height - 74 depth - 41 width - 43 Born in Milan in 1930, designer Cesare Colombo—who went by Joe—was the second of three brothers. His father, Giuseppe, was an industrialist who inherited a ribbon factory and turned it into an electrical conductor manufacturer. Colombo came to design relatively late, having spent most of his twenties pursuing painting and sculpture. He studied at the Accademia di Belle Arti in Brera, Milan, in the early 1950s. While there, he joined the Movimento Nucleare, an avant-garde art movement founded by Enrico Baj and Sergio Dangelo in 1951. Spurred on by international anxiety surrounding the nuclear bomb, this group of painters aimed to break free of the static boundaries of traditional painting. In 1953, Colombo made his first foray into design by creating a decorative ceiling for a Milan jazz club. In 1954, he made a series of television shrines for the Milan Trienniale. Inspired by these experiences, Colombo enrolled as an architecture student at Milan Polytechnic. When his father became ill in 1958, Colombo abandoned painting altogether; he and his younger brother, Gianni, took over the family business, using the factory as an experimental space for the latest production techniques and materials, including fiberglass, PVC, and polyethylene. In 1962, Colombo opened a design studio in Milan, from which he worked primarily on architectural commissions—including several ski lodges and mountain hotels—as well as product design. His furniture designs were characterized by optimistically bold, round forms, and he championed the notion of using modern technologies to create new design solutions. Colombo’s design career was cut tragically short in 1971 when he died of heart failure at age 41. However, he was remarkably prolific during his near decade as a designer. Notable projects include some of the most iconic designs of the 1960s, such as his 1963 Elda Armchair, made completely of fiberglass; the 1964 Ragno outdoor light, which doubled as a seat; the stackable Universale chair (1965/67), which came in varying heights and was created completely from polypropylene; his 1967 modular furniture series known as the Additional Living System, which was composed of different-size curved pieces that could be pinned together in various configurations to form chairs, sofas, or entire living areas, and which ultimately included the famous 1969 Tubo lounge chair; and the Optic alarm clock and Bobby trolley...

This “Boby” trolley or portable storage system was designed by Joe Colombo in 1969. A very handy trolley made of ABS plastic. It has many storage options such as the fold-out shelves...

Purchasing the Boby trolley by Joe Colombo for Bieffeplast, Italy, from the 1970s is an opportunity to own a piece of iconic design history that seamlessly combines functionality and...