Paolo Buffa

Pair of Planters, carved warm elm wood and brass

1940s

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The label
Designer
Paolo Buffa
Period
1940s
Materials
Brass, Wood
Dimensions
W 72 × D 17 × H 14 cm
Reference
VST-11212418679125
The story

This rare and beautiful pair of planters designed by Paolo Buffa in Italy in the 1940s imparts a cosy, chic and glowing mood to a space. The warm elm wood has been fully restored and varnished, and remains looking beautiful and smooth eighty plus years later. Elegantly carved and shaped, these planters feature vertical-lined wood carvings all around, with solid brass jardiniere parts. They can be fixed on the wall, or suspended using the two brass hooks. The pieces feel delightfully modern for the Art Deco era, and charmingly vintage now. It is a very fine example of high-quality Italian sophistication and craftsmanship by Paolo Buffa, with a beautiful construction and finish. They have been fully restored and revarnished, brass repolished, and are found in a great vintage condition.

About Paolo Buffa

Paolo Buffa (1903-1970) was a Milanese architect and furniture designer who trained at the Politecnico di Milano and worked with Gio Ponti early in his career. Close to the Novecento movement, he designed elegant furniture produced by skilled Cantù workshops, often in fine woods with ebonised details, brass and glass. Collectors value his cabinets, desks and seating for their neoclassical refinement and superb craftsmanship.

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Every piece is packed and shipped under insurance, from the workshop to you. White glove delivery (unpacking, installation, packaging removal) is available on request. Delivery is not charged at checkout: we send you a quote within 24 business hours of your order. You have 5 days to accept and pay it (secure payment link or bank transfer), otherwise your order is cancelled and fully refunded.

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