Gae Aulenti for Poltronova 'Locus Solus' Daybed in Red Steel

Gae Aulenti for Poltronova Production, daybed model 'Locus Solus', red laquered steel, Italy, 1964

This daybed by Gae Aulenti is part of the 'Locus Solus' series created in 1964. The bed is based on a constructive frame that left out all possible decorative conceits. The clear and open design is achieved by the use of tubular frames exclusively executed in red lacquered steel. The edges show interesting curves that soothe and strengthen the overall appearance of this piece.

Gae Aulenti (1927-2012) was an Italian designer and architect. In 1954, she graduated at the Milan School of Architecture of the Polytechnic University and was only one of two women from her class of 20. Aulenti is mostly known for her large-scale museum projects such as her work for the Musée d’Orsay and Centre Pompidou in Paris, and Palazzo Grassi in Venice. Aulenti was at the forefront of Italian post-war design. Her design was meant to make connections with both history and future of Italy. The postmodern movement that Aulenti belonged to refused to design in the objective language of the modernists. This Avant Garde Postmodern design movement was the beginning of a new type of Italian art, architecture and design.

The price listed is including the mattress and pillow. These items are custom made in our in-house atelier by experienced craftspeople, and have a lead-time. We kindly ask you to reach out to our design specialists for more detailed information.

Please note that the lacquer shows some wear. Restoration can be done before shipping by our experienced craftspeople in our own in-house restoration atelier. With high attention for the original, they make sure every piece retains its value and is ready for the many years to come. We kindly ask you to contact our design experts for further information about the endless possibilities our restoration and upholstery atelier has to offer. Of course, a locally organized restoration is possible as well.

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