Item Description
A sculptural and profoundly architectural piece, this “Torbecchia” bench by Giovanni Michelucci exemplifies the masterful balance between craftsmanship and modernist form that defines the architect’s furniture designs. Created in the 1960s for the Torbecchia collection, Michelucci’s work reflects his deep sensitivity to natural materials and human-scale design. Handcrafted from solid Italian walnut, the bench reveals the organic beauty of the wood through its bold, expressive grain and fluid joinery. The design’s structure — simultaneously rustic and refined — echoes Michelucci’s architectural philosophy: honest, tactile, and deeply rooted in the material’s character. This rare piece blurs the line between furniture and sculpture, embodying the Italian postwar dialogue between tradition and modernity. Each example of the Torbecchia series was crafted in limited numbers, making this bench a coveted collector’s item for connoisseurs of 20th-century Italian design. Details: Designer: Giovanni Michelucci Collection: Torbecchia Design Period: 1960s Origin: Italy Materials: Solid walnut Condition: Excellent vintage condition; minor wear consistent with age and use. A rare and evocative work that captures Michelucci’s architectural poetry in wood — the Torbecchia bench stands as a timeless testament to Italy’s finest design and craftsmanship heritage.
