Sumptuous picture photo frame, designed by Emanuele Pantanella (1939-2014), Italy. Solid tropical wood with a high gloss polished finish in a minimalist geometric shape. Emanuele Pantanella's designs are modern-day "Objects of Vertu", an extreme luxury combined with pared-down simplicity inspired by Pantanella's Mediterranean heritage. Pantanella was living and working in Rome, and used natural materials that have delighted his compatriots for centuries: wood, marble, and precious and semi-precious stones. The frame is stamped at the back with the designer studio stamp and also marked "Made in Italy".
Measurements:
Overall: 10.63 in. wide (27 cm) x 11 in. high (28 cm) x 4.32 in. deep (11 cm).
Opening (picture size): 5.5 in. diameter (14 cm).
(Photo reproduction of movie star included with the frame as a placeholder until you add your own photograph).

About the designer:
Emanuele Pantanella (1939-2014) was a Roman artist who managed to remain one of Italy's best-kept secrets despite his works being included in some of the most prestigious private collections and museums worldwide. Born into a family of grain-producing industrialists, he studied political science and worked in the family business. He studied outside office hours, following the evolution of Italian design and experimenting with carving precious wood and making luxury objects. When he retired he devoted himself to what he most loved and established his design studio near Piazza Navona in Rome. Cosmopolitan and "bon vivant", he traveled around the world and particularly admired ancient Greek and Cycladic civilizations.
(the last picture shows the designer at his desk with some of his creations).


Condition:
Alterations: Original Design Modified
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Excellent - Wear consistent with age and use.

Origin:
Italy

Materials & Techniques:
Glass, Wood

Details:
Country of Origin: Italy
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used

Original Design Modified; Some Imperfections; Excellent - Wear consistent with age and use.