1950's Gio Ponti Attributed Boudoir Mirror in Aged Brass

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Mid-century Italian wall mirror with brass frame, circa 1950's, attributed to Gio Ponti. The mirror is oval in shape and … more Mid-century Italian wall mirror with brass frame, circa 1950's, attributed to Gio Ponti. The mirror is oval in shape and very smart with rugged durability. The visual impression is elegant and very distinctive in a modern Gio Ponti style. In overall good condition with minor blemishing on the glass and frame as highlighted in the accompanying photos. For added display options, the mirror has fittings in place for either vertical or horizontal hanging. Upon request a video may be provided. Several other original Italian vintage mirrors are also available for sale at our showroom.

The Milan-based firm Fontana Arte pioneered one of the key features of 20th-century and contemporary Italian design: the union of artistry and industry wrought by partnerships having had as artistic director, in succession, four of Italy’s most inventive modernist designers: Giò Ponti, Pietro Chiesa.

Gio Ponti (1891-1979) is one of the most influential design visionaries of the 20th century. Ponti designed a wide array of furniture and products throughout his caree. Through Domus, the design magazine he founded in 1928, Ponti promoted a new curiosity and open-mindedness towards new design thinking. less less