“Terni” desk by Ico and Luisa Parisi for MIM

Description

Superb and imposing Terni desk designed by Ico and Luisa Parisi in 1958 for the MIM company, Modern Italian Furniture.

Made of African rosewood with brushed aluminum details, it is in excellent condition as shown in the photographs, has 3 front drawers and 2 interiors with a small central drawer.

there are some small signs of aging given its almost 70 years.

The desk has an original extension that can be positioned laterally to further extend the service space, used at the time for the typewriter.

On the front there is the production mark.

Publication: Ico Parisi Design, Catalog Ragionato, Silvana Editoriale, edited by Roberta Lietti, pg. 268/569, 1958.

MIM Design Catalog: https://www.mim-design.it/prodotti/scrivania-terni.html

Product name: Terni” desk by Ico and Luisa Parisi for MIM

Designer: Ico and Luisa Parisi

Year of Design: 1958

Style: Italian modernism

Main Materials: African rosewood, brushed aluminum

Badge Design: Made of African rosewood with brushed aluminum details, the desk has 3 front drawers, 2 internal drawers and a small central drawer. It also has an original lateral extension, originally used for the typewriter.

Dimensions: [Specify size, if available]

Comfort: High quality materials and ergonomic design, designed for professional use.

Typical use: Mainly used as an office desk, thanks to its lateral extension which offers additional workspace.

Design icon: The desk is considered an icon of modern Italian design, as documented in the publication “Ico Parisi Design, Catalog Ragionato, Silvana Editoriale, edited by Roberta Lietti, pg. 268/569, 1958.”

Versatility: Thanks to the side extension and its large work surface, the desk can adapt to various professional needs, including use for the typewriter or other work tools.

Current State of Design: The desk is in excellent condition, with some small signs of aging due to its almost 70 years.

Additional Notes: The desk is marked on the front with the MIM production brand, Modern Italian Furniture. Further details can be found in the MIM Design catalog: [ MIM Design catalog ] ( https://www.mim-design.it/prodotti/scrivania-terni.html).