The “Casaccia” desk, designed by Luigi Caccia Dominioni and produced by Azucena in the 1960s, represents a significant example of Italian design in the postwar period. Made of curved walnut-veneered plywood, the work stands out for the continuity of its surface and its enveloping form, which defines a compact and unified volume.
The Milanese architect and designer was among the founders of Azucena in 1947 together with Ignazio Gardella and Corrado Corradi Dell’Acqua. Therefore, his production is part of the context of Italian reconstruction and the development of a modern language attentive to artisanal quality. However, compared to more rigorous rationalism, he introduced a research into curved forms and fine materials, as demonstrated by this desk.
The structure incorporates a central drawer and two side doors, ensuring functionality without altering the purity of the design. Moreover, the curvature of the walnut is not merely an aesthetic element, but contributes to the solidity and structural coherence of the whole. Consequently, the piece of furniture appears as a sculptural object, while maintaining a clear functional purpose.
The “Casaccia” desk synthesizes the approach of Luigi Caccia Dominioni, which combines design rigor, attention to detail, and enhancement of the material, placing it among the most representative expressions of Italian design of the 1960s.
Hammer price: € 4.352,00
Auction 91 – February 19th 2026 – 20th century design and decorative arts
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