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Unique Franco Campo and Carlo Graffi 1960s Large Wall Unit in Walnut
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Franco Campo and Carlo Graffi for Home, bespoke wall unit, walnut, lacquered wood, Italy, 1960s
This wall unit captures a real slice of 1960s Italian modernism. Designed by Franco Campo and Carlo Graffi for their own label, Home, it reflects the era’s growing fascination with practical, customizable pieces. The structure is composed of five rectangular units, punctuated by distinct circular and curved forms. Some compartments are open rectangles with rounded edges, while the cabinet doors feature cut-out handles that form half-moon shapes. These geometric elements complement each other in a rhythmic sequence: rectangles stacked in neat lines, half-circles breaking up the straight edges, and rounded cubes offering an almost sculptural contrast. The mixed use of walnut veneer and white lacquered parts enhance its bold, graphic allure. The piece is all about combining simple geometry with more organic lines. Notice for instance the big, scooped-out arc. Needless to say, the craftsmanship here is top-notch: the walnut panels are book-matched for a continuous grain pattern, and the white lacquer frames everything cleanly. Campo and Graffi were known for their inventive approach, and this piece perfectly illustrates that forward-thinking spirit of Italian design in the post-war years.
Franco Campo (1926-2012) was born in Turin and pursued architecture and engineering at the Politecnico di Torino, where he befriended Carlo Graffi (1925-1985), his future partner. Both studied under Carlo Mollino, and after graduating in 1950, they continued collaborating with Mollino on various architectural and design projects, exhibiting together and participating in competitions. While striving for independence, their early works bore Mollino's influence, evident in their use of spine curves and organic materials. In the early 1950s, they focused on custom interiors and furniture for shops and residences, reflecting Turin's urban expression through rigid, sculptural forms.
In pursuit of accessible furniture, Campo and Graffi founded Home, a socialist-inspired furniture factory. Their designs, characterized by a sober aesthetic with functional nuances, echoed Scandinavian influences. Home enjoyed success, operating stores in Turin, Genoa, and Rome, until it faced a devastating setback in 1964 when a fire destroyed the factory. Following the dissolution of their partnership, Carlo Graffi resumed collaboration with Carlo Mollino, while Franco Campo pursued solo ventures, specializing in exclusive furniture and interiors.
- Creator:Franco Campo & Carlo Graffi (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 87.41 in (222 cm)Width: 197.25 in (501 cm)Depth: 19.69 in (50 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1960s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Every item Morentz offers is checked by our team of 30 craftspeople in our in-house workshop. Special restoration or reupholstery requests can be done. Check ‘About the item’ or ask our design specialists for detailed information on the condition.
- Seller Location:Waalwijk, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: 50116706 1stDibs: LU933143507722
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Established in 2006, Morentz has a team of approximately 55 restorers, upholsterers, interior advisers and art historians, making it a gallery, workshop and upholstery studio, all in one. Every day, a carefully selected array of 20th-century furniture arrives from all over the world at the firm’s warehouse, where the team thoroughly examines each piece to determine what, if any, work needs to be done. Whether that means new upholstery or a complete restoration, Morentz's aim is always to honor the designer’s intention while fulfilling the wishes of the client. The team is up to any challenge, from restoring a single piece to its original glory to furnishing a large-scale hotel project.
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