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Weekly Wrap Up: Gilda, Rose, & Papaya

Written by Michele on May 25, 2012 — Leave a Comment

Monday’s History Lesson: The Gilda Armchair Wednesday’s Design Meets Fashion: Rose Color Palette Friday’s Destination: Papaya, NSW Australia

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History Lesson: The Gilda Armchair

Written by Michele on May 21, 2012 — Leave a Comment

The Gilda was designed by Italian artist Carlo Mollino (1905-1973) in 1954. Mollino studied mechanical engineering and art history, followed by architecture at Turin University. He was influenced by both futurism and surrealism, and his furniture is well known for its biomorphic forms. Mollino developed and patented a process for cold molding plywood and designed [...]