Franco Albini graduated as an architect from the Politecnico di Milano in 1929 and began his career with Gio Ponti. He participated in the editorial staff of the magazine "Casabella" and became one of the spokespersons for the Italian cultural panorama. He exhibited his work at the Milan Triennial and opened his first study in 1931.
Lot 188 - Franco Albini (1905-1977)
Margherita
Armchair
Rattan
Vittorio Bonacina Edition
Creation Date : 1951
Estimate : 2 000 - 3 000 €
Through his creations, design blends with traditional Italian craftsmanship in new forms of modernism as evidenced by the pair of lacquered metal and rattan armchairs Dal Vera Antonio edition.
Lot 189 - Franco Albini (1905-1977), attributed to
Pair of armchairs
Lacquered and rattan metal
Dal Vera Antonio Edition
Creation Date : circa 1950
Estimate : 7 000 - 9 000 €
During his lifetime, Albini worked with several mid-century manufacturers, such as Poggi, with whom he designed the B7 bookcase model in rosewood and metal, with a style that was both raw and refined. He has received numerous awards, including three Compasso d'Oro Awards.
Lot 78 - Franco Albini (1905-1977)
LB7 Model
Library
Rosewood and metal
Poggi Edition
Estimate : 5 000 - 7 000 €
