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Rare "Tiki" Bench Produced by Busnelli, Newly Upholstered, Italy 1960s
$11,626.90
£8,609.23
€9,750
CA$16,059.46
A$17,199.69
CHF 9,246.43
MX$208,900.24
NOK 116,833.18
SEK 106,969.47
DKK 74,307.33
About the Item
A playful sense of rhythm runs through this rare two-seater “Tiki” bench designed by Busnelli. Its poised structure and curved forms capture the spirit of Italian design from the 1960s, when craftsmanship and modernism entered a vivid dialogue.
Design
The bench features a moulded fibreglass shell with integrated seat and backrest, newly reupholstered in a textured ochre-yellow fabric that recalls the saturated tones of mid-century interiors. These sculptural shells rest within a dark stained beechwood frame, characterised by slender legs, outward curving armrests and refined joinery. The arms deserve particular attention: they are elegantly flared, with a hand-shaped quality that introduces an organic contrast to the soft industrialism of the fibreglass.
This piece was produced by Busnelli, a company founded in 1953 near Milan, and one of Italy’s foremost manufacturers of upholstered furniture in the second half of the 20th century. The split design, joined at the centre, introduces a graphic symmetry that retains lightness despite its bold silhouette.
We also have a matching pair of armchairs available.
Condition
The condition is excellent. The bench has been fully restored and reupholstered. Some minor signs of age are visible on the woodwork, consistent with its vintage nature.
- Creator:Busnelli (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 28.75 in (73 cm)Width: 51.97 in (132 cm)Depth: 28.75 in (73 cm)
- Style:Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1960-1969
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Hellouw, NL
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU5583247626522
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