Cassina • TL59
Table
Cast aluminium base in a black powder-coat finish. Temprered glass top in smoked float finish. Designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa. Cassina edition.
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REF. 93886
Diam.140 x H.73cm
In Stock
A skilful interplay of shapes and weights is distilled into a simple shape that welcomes and includes, thanks to its balanced proportions and the round top. Designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa in 1975, this design table is reintroduced by Cassina in two versions with updated dimensions and finishes.
Its surface appears three-dimensional and textured, drawing inspiration from the plasterworks designed by architect Scarpa for his private residential projects.
The TL59 table reveals a profoundly evocative material expressiveness, where the solidity of the cast aluminum base meets the purity of glass in an architectural sculpture sculpture.
Franco Albini, a pivotal figure in the Rationalist Movement, was a luminary across architectural, furniture, industrial, and museum design realms. Graduating from the Politecnico di Milano in 1929, he collaborated with the Ponti and Lancia design studios and was profoundly influenced by his work for the magazine Casabella, marking his transition into and advocacy for the Rationalist Movement in Italy.
Afra Bianchin (1937-2011) and Tobia Scarpa (1935-) first met at the IUAV, University of Venice, where they graduated as architects in 1957. This marked the beginning of a partnership, marriage, and a career with an impressive impact on Italian design in the 1970s and 1980s.
The Scarpa’s influenced the golden years of design and production ‘Made in Italy’ with their modernist aesthetic and constant focus on the technical and aesthetic possibilities of materials in their designs. Their work consists of architecture, everyday household items, art glass, and exclusive home interior design pieces.
Established in 1927 by Cesare and Umberto Cassina in Meda, near Milan, Cassina launched industrial design in Italy in the 1950s, based on a totally innovative approach that marked the transition from artisan production to mass production. Throughout its history, Cassina has been a melting pot of design luminaries. In the 1950s, it forged an iconic partnership with architects like Le Corbusier, Pierre Jeanneret, and Charlotte Perriand, creating legendary pieces such as the LC1 Sling Chair and LC2 Grand Confort sofa. These collaborations revolutionized furniture design, emphasizing form and function in equal measure.
One of Cassina's remarkable aspects is its ability to transcend eras. The brand's reissues of iconic designs retain their original essence while adapting to modern sensibilities, appealing to new generations of design enthusiasts. This blend of heritage and contemporary relevance is exemplified in pieces like the LC4 Chaise Longue, a timeless icon of comfort and style. Cassina's collaborations extend beyond mid-century architects. It has partnered with contemporary designers like Philippe Starck, Patricia Urquiola, and Jaime Hayon, infusing fresh perspectives into its collections. These collaborations merge diverse design philosophies, resulting in eclectic yet harmonious pieces that resonate with a broad audience.
In the present design landscape, Cassina stands as a bastion of innovation and heritage, continuously pushing boundaries while honoring its rich legacy. Its commitment to craftsmanship, combined with a forward-thinking approach, ensures its relevance and enduring influence in the ever-evolving world of design.
