Carlo Scarpa for Simon 'Gritti' Large Table in Mahogany

Carlo Scarpa for Simon, 'Gritti' table, stained mahogany, leatherette, Italy, 1973.

Made in 1973, this grand table is the result of Carlo Scarpa's architectural sensibility constructed in a precise manner with geometric forms and well-conceived proportions that constitute its design. This piece has a skeletal structure made up of cylindrical beams serving as its base. Its rectangular top, crafted in grey leatherette offers the potential for customization to suit one's preferences. This furniture piece's versatility is due to its substantial Size, making it an optimal option for various functions, including serving as a conference table or dining table.

Carlo Scarpa was one of the most prominent modernist Italian architect and designer. Born in 1906 in Venice, he attended the Academy of fine Arts there, where he focused on architectural studies. After his graduation, he collaborated with architect Francesco Rinaldo. However, he also started to begin teaching architectural drawing at the Academy, a position he held until 1929. It was also during this period that his professional life as an architect and designer took off and he became known for his sensitivity to materiality and detailing. In 1927, he started to collaborate with master glass workers in Murano and he became creative director at Venini Glass works, where he worked from 1934 to 1947. After the second world war, Scarpa began to gain recognition internationally and gets more commissions to create great masterpieces. Overall, his work became influenced by architects such as Frank Lloyd Wright but also took inspiration from Japan. Unfortunately, he died after falling from a flight of concrete stairs in 1978. However, Scarpa’s influence remains today through his great designs.

Please note that this item is in good, used condition. The leatherette is in good shape overall but the sides of the upholstery show some threadbare fabric. Reupholstery can be done before shipping by our experienced craftsmen and -women in our own in-house restoration atelier. With high attention for the original, they make sure every piece contains its value and is ready for the many years to come. We kindly ask you to contact our design experts for further information about the endless possibilities our restoration and upholstery atelier has to offer. Of course, a locally organized reupholstery is possible as well.

The mahogany type of this piece does not require an export license.

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