Paolo Buffa Table for Serafino Arrighi, 1948
Description
Paolo Buffa Table for Serafino Arrighi, wood, Italy, 1948
This table, designed by Paolo Buffa in 1948 for Serafino Arrighi, reflects the designer’s interest in combining functional structure with refined detailing. Intended for use as either a dining table or writing desk, it features a laminated top decorated with pyramid-shaped faceted elements, offering a subtle geometric texture. The construction employs interlocking elements for structural coherence. A rectangular support beam runs beneath the top, incorporating a linear decorative motif that references classical design. The legs, made from parallel double slats with rounded vertical edges, contribute to the table’s stability while maintaining a clean, architectural profile. This table is representative of Buffa’s approach to furniture design, where proportion, material, and construction come together in a considered and balanced way.
Buffa’s work often reflects the collaborative and skilled craftsmanship of the mid-century period. Throughout his career, he worked with figures such as Gio Ponti, and with firms including Mario Quarti, notably on commissions like the Royal Palace of Albania. His pieces were regularly produced in collaboration with workshops such as Angelo Marelli and Serafino Arrighi, and were exhibited in venues including the Triennale di Milano and Le Salon des artistes décorateurs.
Dimensions
Height: 31.5 in (80 cm)
Width: 68.9 in (175 cm)
Depth: 34.26 in (87 cm)
Design
1948
Manufacture
1940-1949
Material
Wood
Condition
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