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Tito Agnoli Pecary Cabinet for Caleido Frau, 1970
$3,464.56
£2,589.24
€2,900
CA$4,779.53
A$5,235.07
CHF 2,756.26
MX$62,478.77
NOK 35,126.10
SEK 32,110.55
DKK 22,104.22
About the Item
This refined bookcase cabinet was designed by Tito Agnoli for Caleido, a company belonging to the prestigious Gruppo Frau, in the 1970s.
It is a rare piece of furniture, highly representative of the designer’s research, capable of blending formal rigor, material elegance, and a clear inclination toward experimentation.
The solid wood structure, with clean lines and balanced proportions, features two distinct sections: the upper part, closed by smoked glass sliding doors, and the lower part, characterized by two doors clad in a patchwork of exquisite black peccary leather. This leather, used exclusively in the most high-end creations, is hand-stitched with great precision, creating an irregular geometric pattern that gives the cabinet a unique and sophisticated character.
The smoked glass upper section, with internal shelves, is ideal for displaying books, design collections, or decorative objects, while at the same time perfectly suited to hold bottles and glasses, transforming the piece into an elegant home bar.
The contrast with the leather-clad lower section creates a dialogue of materials and functions, uniting lightness and transparency with tactile and material depth.
The interplay between functionality and beauty is the poetic heart of the project: Agnoli demonstrates once again how design can transcend mere practical use to become an aesthetic and sensorial experience. Not by chance, many of his works are today regarded as true collectible art pieces.
Tito Agnoli (1931–2012), a student of Gio Ponti and Franco Albini, was one of the protagonists of 20th-century Italian design. His work is distinguished by continuous research into the use of materials and by a cultured and refined approach.
He collaborated with companies such as Arflex, Poltrona Frau, Molteni, Oluce, and Matteo Grassi, leaving an indelible mark on the history of design. The peccary-clad furniture he designed for Caleido belongs to an extremely limited production and is now considered an absolute rarity on the international market.
This cabinet is not only a bookcase or storage unit, but a versatile piece that can become a sophisticated bar cabinet, perfect for elegant residential interiors or representative spaces. A rare collectible item, capable of transforming any room with its sculptural presence, signed by one of the great masters of Italian design.
Product Name: Tito Agnoli Pecary Cabinet for Caleido Frau, 1970
Designer: Tito Agnoli for Caleido
Year of Design: 1970s
Style: 20th-century Italian design, refined modernism with artisanal details
Main Materials: Solid wood, smoked glass, hand-stitched black peccary leather
Distinctive Design: Essential geometric structure with dual function: upper part with smoked glass sliding doors and internal shelves, lower part clad in a rare hand-crafted patchwork of peccary leather
Dimensions:
Comfort: Practical and functional, offering generous storage and display space with a touch of material luxury
Typical Use: Bookcase, display cabinet, or elegant bar unit for residential or representative interiors
Design Icon: A rare example from the limited production of Tito Agnoli, a key figure in Italian design and a student of Gio Ponti and Franco Albini
Versatility: Can be used as a bookcase, multifunctional storage unit, or sophisticated bar cabinet, adapting seamlessly to modern, classical, or collectible interiors
Current Condition of the Design: Excellent vintage condition, with minimal signs of use consistent with age
Additional Notes: Please note that this item is in excellent vintage condition. Minor signs of time may be present but do not affect its functionality. We kindly invite you to consider these characteristics before purchasing.
Tito Agnoli (1931–2012) was an Italian designer and architect, renowned for his functional and essential approach to design. Born in Lima, Peru, to an Italian family, he moved to Italy to study painting before graduating in Architecture at the Politecnico di Milano in the early 1950s. During his formative years, he collaborated with masters of design such as Gio Ponti and Carlo De Carli, experiences that profoundly influenced his style.
Agnoli distinguished himself for his ability to combine elegance and practicality, designing furniture with sober and clean lines, with particular attention to functionality and industrial production. He worked for some of the most prestigious companies in the sector, including Molteni, Poltrona Frau, Arflex, and Oluce, creating furniture and lighting that are still appreciated today for their essentiality and refinement.
His work was repeatedly recognized with awards and honors, including several mentions at the Compasso d’Oro.
His minimalist and rational approach left a mark on post-war Italian design, making his creations still highly sought after by collectors and vintage furniture enthusiasts.
- Creator:Tito Agnoli (Designer)
- Dimensions:Height: 61.23 in (155.5 cm)Width: 44.89 in (114 cm)Depth: 17.72 in (45 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1970
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Conversano, IT
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU8395246878152
Tito Agnoli
Prolific designer Tito Agnoli created imaginative furniture with a singular mix of natural and industrial materials. Designing in the modern and mid-century modern styles, he made sofas, armchairs and daybeds from leather, bamboo and rattan as well as metal table lamps and floor lamps.
Born into an Italian family in Peru in 1931, Agnoli studied at the Faculty of Architecture in Milan. In 1949, he graduated with a degree in architecture from Politecnico di Milano. While there, he became acquainted with designers Gio Ponti and Carlo De Carli. He later worked with them as an assistant, learning to create austere pieces with flawless dimensions.
Utilizing this knowledge, he developed his own practice and worked with many Italian producers, including Arflex, Cinova, Lema, Matteo Grassi, Molteni, Montina, Oluce, Pierantonio Bonacina, Poltrona Frau, Schiffini and Ycami.
Agnoli received prestigious nominations for the Compasso d’Oro award. At the 1986 NeoCon exhibition in Chicago, he won a gold medal. His works are in the collections of the Museum of Modern Art in New York.
On 1stDibs, find a stunning collection of vintage Tito Agnoli seating, lighting, tables and more.
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