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Guido Faleschini for Mariani, Italy, 1970s Black Leather and Steel Desk.

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Black leather covered executive desk designed by Guido Faleschini and manufactured by Mariani, Italy. The desk has chromed steel edges and a steel channel in which a black enamelled lamp design fits. The lamp is part of the design by Guido Faleshcini and is a rare addition. It can be moved freely along the channel. There is a freestanding drawer cabinet that can be placed under the desk surface or used separately outside of the desk. It is also leather clad and has solid steel cylindrical handles. This desk is in good vintage condition, showing its character whilst looking respectful in any interior. Guido Faleschini bio: In 1942 got a degree of Industrial Expert in Milano and then in 1952-1953 the degree of Superior School of Art applied to Industry where he was awarded the first prize at the end of the course. He graduated in Architecture in 1960 from the University “Athenaeum de Lausanne”; here he was also teaching in the period 1970-1974 as teacher of Architectonic Composition in the Italian Section of the University. From 1950 till 1968 obtaining many prizes in painting competitions. He started in 1960 the activity of Industrial Designer for many Furniture Companies placed in the Brianza Area (Milan). Numerous exhibition booths in international trade shows. He participated to the competition PRINT laminate and to the Biennal of Mariano with many different quotations. A complete furnishings for private houses from 1950 in different cities. Office furnishings like Company Sangalli in Monza and Company ATE in Sesto San Giovanni. Complete furnishings in clothing stores. PRIVATE RESIDENTIAL ARCHITECTURE ▪ Villa Marelli. Mariano Comense 1966 ▪ Villa Soriani at the Groane. Saronno 1972 ▪ Villa Ventura. Bisceglie (Bari) 1980 ▪ Villa Sangalli. Monza 1985 ▪ Villa Beretta E. Arcore 1992 ▪ Conservative restructuration in the heart of the historical city of Monza. Villa Biraghi. 1971 ▪ Restructuration of Villa Beretta R. Arcore 1990 For all the above listed architectures he designed also the interior furnishings. He designed the room of the Saharian Rocky Art Section of the Civic Museum of Prehistoric Art of Pinerolo where he is also the scientific Responsible since 2001.
  • Creator:
    Guido Faleschini (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 28.94 in (73.5 cm)Width: 70.87 in (180 cm)Depth: 39.38 in (100 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1970
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Some very minor repairs have been made to the leather surfaces of the desk and it has been lightly refinished with black leather cream to remove light scuffs. Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7049236030772

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