Ilmari Tapiovaara for La Permanente Mobili Cantù Double Bed Walnut Leather

Ilmari Tapiovaara for Esposizione La Permanente Mobili, double bed, walnut, leather, Italy, circa 1960.

This exceptionally rare bed is designed by Finnish designer Ilmari Tapiovaara and was presented at the artisan workshop Esposizione Permanente Mobili of Palazzi dell'Arte in Cantù, Italy. Nowadays, it is seen as a sublime example of midcentury design from Finland. The walnut frame is pure and clear in its execution giving the bed both a simple yet stately appearance. The headboard and footboard are comprised of stiff cognac leather with striking openings. Excellent choice of materials and expert craftsmanship are at the heart of this design by Tapiovaara.

Ilmari Tapiovaara (1914-1999) was trained as an interior designer and at the beginning of his career, during World War Two, Tapiovaara designed gear for the Finnish army, meaning that he got used to work with very common materials such as local woods and no nails or screws where available. Later in his career, he founded his own practice with his wife and had many assignments for schools and universities.

Dimensions of the mattress: 170 x 197 cm 66.93 x 77.56 in.

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