Under the direction of Alessandro Giovannini and Nicholas Papalotti, the Design Department focuses on that specific area of decorative arts known as design, with an emphasis on mass-produced objects based on the creative projects and experiments of renowned 20th-century designers. The design auctions organised by the Department feature collections of rare works, prototypes and limited-edition items, all of significant interest to collectors.
The design auction catalogues offer a broad perspective on the design market and demonstrate how, in this field, the boundaries between art and technique merge. Design also serves as a connective tissue between what can be defined as pure art and utilitarian art. It is expressed through the experimentation of new design and production techniques, innovative mediums of expression, new materials, and, above all, the development of new solutions that are both aesthetic and functional.
Design sales provide extraordinary opportunities to acquire furniture and furnishings by renowned 20th-century designers, sculptures, decorative objects, lighting, and glass, ceramics, porcelain, and majolica pieces produced by prestigious Italian and international manufacturers. The common denominator of the objects featured in the 20th-century design and decorative arts catalogs is their exceptional nature. These items reflect the genius, creativity, and artistry of 20th-century masters—a period that continues to inspire contemporary artistic production.
The Design Department focuses on analyzing, evaluating, selecting, and presenting design objects in monographic catalogues, positioning them on both Italian and international markets through auctions and private sales, for the design pieces of high economic, historical and artistic value. The Department also offers specialised valuation services; contact our experts for free and confidential valuations of your design pieces or to request professional advice for purchasing design items at auction. The Department always offers a selection of design objects in various price ranges, which can also be purchased outside of auctions.
The design auction catalogues offer a broad perspective on the design market and demonstrate how, in this field, the boundaries between art and technique merge. Design also serves as a connective tissue between what can be defined as pure art and utilitarian art. It is expressed through the experimentation of new design and production techniques, innovative mediums of expression, new materials, and, above all, the development of new solutions that are both aesthetic and functional.
Design sales provide extraordinary opportunities to acquire furniture and furnishings by renowned 20th-century designers, sculptures, decorative objects, lighting, and glass, ceramics, porcelain, and majolica pieces produced by prestigious Italian and international manufacturers. The common denominator of the objects featured in the 20th-century design and decorative arts catalogs is their exceptional nature. These items reflect the genius, creativity, and artistry of 20th-century masters—a period that continues to inspire contemporary artistic production.
The Design Department focuses on analyzing, evaluating, selecting, and presenting design objects in monographic catalogues, positioning them on both Italian and international markets through auctions and private sales, for the design pieces of high economic, historical and artistic value. The Department also offers specialised valuation services; contact our experts for free and confidential valuations of your design pieces or to request professional advice for purchasing design items at auction. The Department always offers a selection of design objects in various price ranges, which can also be purchased outside of auctions.
Staff
Alessandro Giovannini
Head of Department
Nicholas Papalotti
Head of Department
