Terni Desk by Ico and Luisa Parisi for Mim, 1970s

Description

Stunning and imposing Terni desk designed by Ico and Luisa Parisi in 1958 for the MIM company, Mobili Italiani Moderni. … more Stunning and imposing Terni desk designed by Ico and Luisa Parisi in 1958 for the MIM company, Mobili Italiani Moderni.
Made of African rosewood with brushed aluminum details, it is in excellent condition as shown in the photographs, has 3 front drawers and 2 internal drawers with a small central drawer.
there are some small signs of aging given its almost 70 years.
The desk has an original extension that can be positioned laterally to further extend the service space, used at the time for the typewriter.
The production mark is present on the front.

Product Name: "Terni" desk by Ico and Luisa Parisi for MIM
Designers: Ico and Luisa Parisi
Year of Design: 1958
Style: Italian Modernism
Main Materials: African Rosewood, brushed aluminium
Distinctive Design: Made of African rosewood with brushed aluminum details, the desk features 3 front drawers, 2 internal drawers and a small central drawer. It also has an original side extension, originally used for the typewriter.
Dimensions: 210x100xH72cm
Comfort: High quality materials and ergonomic design, designed for professional use.
Typical Use: Mainly used as an office desk, thanks to its lateral extension which offers additional work space.
Design Icon: The desk is considered an icon of modern Italian design, as documented in the publication "Ico Parisi Design, Catalogo Ragionato, Silvana Editoriale, edited by Roberta Lietti, pg. 268/569, 1958."
Versatility: Thanks to the side extension and its large work surface, the desk can adapt to different professional needs, including use for the typewriter or other work tools. This piece has an attribution mark,
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