Conversano (BARI), IT
Details
- Dimensions
- 41.73ʺW × 20.47ʺD × 28.35ʺH
- Period
- 1960s
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Aluminum
- Brass
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Good — This vintage item remains fully functional, but it shows sign of age through scuffs, dings, faded finishes, minimal … moreGood — This vintage item remains fully functional, but it shows sign of age through scuffs, dings, faded finishes, minimal upholstery defects, or visible repairs. less
- Description
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Very rare radio and dj cabinet designed and produced by aldo tura for the tura milan company of the same …
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Very rare radio and dj cabinet designed and produced by aldo tura for the tura milan company of the same name in the late 1960s.
the piece of furniture is entirely covered in goatskin or parchment, dyed tobacco colour, with details, profiles and elements in solid brass combined with smoked acrylic glass.
it has a acrylic glass compartment for vinyl records and a door for storing cherry cassettes. It has a large upper compartment where the instruments are located, covered by a brass and acrylic glass door.
the interior is custom built and features a sansui turntable, a sansui radio and an akai cassette deck, the pinnacle of japanese technology of the time.
it should be noted that all the instrumentation is original from the time and in perfect working order.
the piece of furniture is in excellent condition, the leather is practically perfect and has no defects and there are no scratches or marks on the acrylic glass, there may be some small signs of aging given its almost 60 years, as shown in the photographs.
there is the tura milano italia manufacturing brand under the instrument compartment.
this item appears to be more unique than rare, tailor-made for a client at the time and is currently the only one ever presented to the market, therefore it remains a piece for true connoisseurs and collectors of one of the greatest expressions of italian design and manufacturing of the time.
product name: mobile radio and dj by aldo tura for tura milano 1960
designer: aldo tura
year of design: late 1960s
style: mid-century italian design
main materials: tobacco dyed goatskin, solid brass, smoked acrylic glass, cherry wood
distinctive design: cabinet covered in goatskin with brass and smoked acrylic glass details; acrylic glass vinyl compartment; door for cassettes in cherry; upper compartment with brass and acrylic glass door; custom built-in instrumentation
dimensions: 106x52xh72cm
typical use: listening to music via turntable, radio and cassette player; vinyl and cassette storage
design icon: unique example of italian manufacturing of the time, representing the maximum of japanese technology of the 1960s
versatility: custom designed for a specific customer, combining aesthetics and functionality with advanced audio technology
current state of design: in excellent condition; practically perfect skin without defects; acrylic glass without scratches or marks; some small signs of aging
additional notes: tura milano italia manufacturing brand under the instrument compartment; original period instrumentation in perfect working order; unique piece never presented on the market, ideal for connoisseurs and collectors
aldo tura was a famous italian designer and craftsman known for his work in the field of furniture and art object design.
here is some key information about his life and career:
1. Origins and education: aldo tura was born on april 30, 1909 in brianza, a region in northern italy with a long tradition in craftsmanship and furniture production. Although his training was initially linked to the school of architecture, he subsequently developed a strong interest in the design of objects and furniture.
2. Career: aldo tura began his career as a craftsman, working with wood and other materials to create furniture and art objects. He founded his own company, tura milano, which became known for producing high-quality designer pieces.
3. Distinctive style and design: aldo tura's work is often associated with a distinctive style that combines traditional italian craftsmanship with more modern artistic and design influences. His creations are characterized by fluid lines, organic shapes and the use of fine materials such as leather.
4. Iconic and recognition: many of aldo tura's creations have become iconic in the world of design. For example, the 'ceci n'est pas une pipe' lamp is one of his best-known pieces. His ability to combine form and function, and the use of parchment in the making of his pieces, helped cement his reputation as one of the most influential furniture designers of his time.
5. Legacy: aldo tura has left a lasting imprint on the world of furniture design. His works are still highly sought after by collectors and vintage design enthusiasts today.
aldo tura was a significant figure in the history of italian design, and his work continues to be appreciated for its beauty and attention to artisanal detail.
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