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Amazing square-based cabinet on wheels with the ultra rare laundry basket designed by Anna Castelli for Kartell in the 60s. A Space Age Furniture Icon.
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An icon of Space Age Furniture Design – the Kartell’s ‘Componibili’ laundry bin was designed by the visionary Anna Castelli Ferrieri in the 1960s, a period renowned for its mid-century modern aesthetic.
This set features the ultra-rare laundry bin Model 4984 with the matching including the squared base Model 4970, both sculpted from glossy plastic. Crafted from glossy plastic, these modular containers embody the optimism and avant-garde spirit of the Space Age era. Inspired by the era’s experimental use of new materials such as plastic and fiberglass – materials that defined the period’s furniture design.
The Model 4970 introduces a timeless touch with its squared base, offering both storage and style in a compact form, while the ultra-rare Model 4984 laundry bin adds a touch of exclusivity to this vintage collection. Beyond its functional appeal, it resonates with the futuristic optimism seen in iconically innovative designs like the Garden Egg Chair and the Panton Chair, exemplifying the eras creative breakthrough.
As these ‘Componibili’ units are artifacts from a bygone era, they have become increasingly rare and are highly sought after by vintage design enthusiasts. This collection is reminiscent of the furniture that encapsulates mid-century modernism and the futuristic aesthetics that define the Space Age, such as the designs created by Joe Colombo and other pioneers.
In excellent vintage conditions, healthy and cleaned, with wheels perfectly working. Ideal for enthusiasts of retro and atomic age designs seeking top-quality vintage furniture.
item. cabinet with wheels, storage containersdesigner. Anna Castelli Ferrierimaker. kartellmodel. 4984 / 4970period. 1960scountry. Italymaterial. ABScolor. off whitedimensions (cm). 38 x 38 x 81 H.condition. excellent vintage conditions. traces of wear consistent with age and use (decolorations and superficial scuffs / spots).
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