Original hand woven rattan pouf / stool attributed to Franco Albini. Albini had a love for modern forms combined with traditional craft techniques. These are the large versions; Very good original condition; shows some sign of wear. Beautifully sculptural handmade pieces. In great vintage condition with the exception of one break (photo 3) which doesn't effect the structure in any way. A very solid piece. Italy, 1950s.
13.5"H x 20"d.
Born in Italy, 1905, Franco Albini was an Italian architect, urban planner, and furniture designer active between the 1930s and the 1960s. He studied architecture at Milan’s famous Politecnico, apprenticed under Gio Ponti.
Albini worked with various mid-century manufacturers during his lifetime, including Cassina, Arflex, Poggi, Arteluce, Brionvega, and Knoll, and many of his designs are still in production. He received multiple awards for his work, including three prestigious Compasso d’Oro Awards.
