Elco - Luciano Bertoncini - Mirror (4)- Gronda - Glass

4 Mirrors / Coat Racks "Gronda" by Luciano Bertoncini for Elco (1970s) The lot of 4 mirrors/coat racks "Gronda" by Luciano Bertoncini for Elco is an iconic model dating back to the 1970s, which made a mark in Italian design history. These modules represent an example of unique and functional design, capable of furnishing spaces with modernity and originality. Design and History: A Prize-Winning Piece Recognition: The project of the "Gronda" coat rack won the second prize at the Abet Print competition in 1971, establishing Luciano Bertoncini as a protagonist of Italian design. Functionality: The peculiarity of these mirrors lies in their ingenious tilting system: the top part, equipped with a spring, tilts inward, highlighting a hook that transforms the mirror into a practical coat rack. Composability: The individual modules can be used side by side to create a customized wall arrangement, or separately to furnish different spaces. Lot Conditions The lot consists of 4 original, intact and well-preserved mirrors/coat racks "Gronda": Mirrors: The mirrors show only very slight signs of use, underscoring their authenticity and lived-in feel. Frame: The black plastic frame is intact and free from structural defects. Dimensions Single Element: Width: 19.5 cm; Depth: 6 cm; Height: 200 cm Total Composition (4 elements): Width: 78 cm; Depth: 6 cm; Height: 200 cm This lot of 4 mirrors/coat racks "Gronda" by Luciano Bertoncini for Elco is a piece of Italian design history that combines originality and functionality. The Designer: Luciano Bertoncini Luciano Bertoncini (born 1939) is an Italian designer and architect who helped define the style of modern Italian furniture. After working at Vittorio Rossi’s studio, he collaborated with Joe Colombo, who included the "Gronda" coat rack in the Elco catalog. The Manufacturer: Elco Elco was a leading Italian company in the furniture and design sector, active in the 1960s and 1970s. It stood out for its ability to catch new trends and to collaborate with prominent Italian designers. Its products have become icons of Italian modernism. Shipping and Insurance Our company ORVETT includes transportation insurance in the shipping costs quoted. For overseas shipping the cost is indicative. We will prepare a bid quote after the sale according to the destination. Immediate Christmas holidays may delay shipments.

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