By Paola Erre
Welcome back to the ninth installment of our column Planet Hambient.
The combinations of mid-century modern and antique pieces continue in this location, where the protagonist is a modern sofa with vibrant red fabric. Produced in the second half of the 20th century, it is characterized by a minimalist design.
The comfort is not just provided by the seat, which can recline via a slatted frame, but also by the inclusion of a single bed, adding value to the product.
Two low stool-like seats, produced in the 1950s, serve as additional seating options for the sofa, and contrast its upholstery with their skai coverings. The dark-stained beechwood structure complements the two bookshelves.
A pair of tables reproductions in classic style, are placed in front of the sofa. The base is made of carved wood with a gold leaf finish. The glass top reveals the beautiful craftsmanship and does not weigh down the decor.
Placed on the top, three objects that decorate the setting. In order:
A silver tray from the 1900s signed by Arrigo Finzi, a silver basket of Florentine origin also from the same period, and finally a Murano glass bowl from the 1970s by Venetian glassmaker Barbini Alfredo.
A second “Umbertino” table serves the sofa: a tripod with a twisted baluster supporting the folding top. Note the decoration of the top with stylized floral and vegetal motifs finely painted.
Two lamps illuminate the space: a floor lamp next to the sofa and a classic ceiling-mounted chandelier.
The floor lamp “Bis A 700″ is a 1970s/80s design product by Arteluce, signed by designer Bruno Gecchelin. Its very minimal structure allows for a non-intrusive placement that does not overshadow the more elaborate classic chandelier.
The ceiling lamp is, in fact, a demanding piece in terms of its craftsmanship: it is an assembly of multiple parts derived from other chandeliers. It characterizes the space both in size and in the materials it is made of.
Two antique mahogany bookcases are placed next to the sofa. They not only serve as book storage, but their open shelves also allow the display of objects.
We placed a Murano glass vase, blue with gold leaf, a modern terracotta sculpture signed by Pompeo Pianezzola, a travertine marble cardholder, and a brass table clock “L’Epée” with visible movement. Completing the collection are two mid-20th-century bronze sculptures in the style of Maison Jansen and a modern glass photo frame.
You can find numerous items in our catalog of objects both for antiques and for modern art.
The wall is adorned with antique paintings. Above the bookshelves are placed two 19th-century female portraits oil on canvas enclosed in gilded frames.
Both paintings are attributed to the Lombard school of the period in question.
A group of four antique paintings, dated to the 18th century, is placed above the sofa, contrasting with the modernity of the product. They depict scenes from Ariosto’s *Orlando Furioso*. You can read the story and details on our website at the indicated link.
These paintings are part of the FineArt by Di Mano in Mano collection, which you can view online.
