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This piece is designed to be suspended above an open fireplace, serving both functional and decorative purposes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKindly be advised that the color palette of this item can be tailored to specific wishes of our clients. We kindly ask you to contact our design experts to discuss your wishes regarding finishing. Your special requests can be realized by the experienced craftspeople in our own in-house restoration and upholstery atelier. With high attention to the original, they make sure every piece retains its value and is ready for the many years to come. Please note that a custom-made chimney has a lead-time of twelve to fourteen weeks. 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In this case suitable for both the winter and summer season.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe kindly ask you to please note that the installation and inspection of your fireplace should be entrusted to a certified professional.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Morentz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50248929149271,"sku":"LU933138173662","price":8700.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0289\/5187\/1548\/files\/50115372_P_25_abfd7fc4-a6d8-48aa-8490-4c91a2e34840.jpg?v=1781617525"},{"product_id":"mbm-arquitectes-martorell-bohigas-mackay-fireplace-in-cast-iron","title":"MBM Arquitectes (Martorell, Bohigas, Mackay) Fireplace in Iron","description":"MBM Arquitectes (Josep Maria Martorell i Codina, Oriol Bohigas i Guardiola, and David Mackay), fireplace, iron, Spain, circa 1970\r\u003cbr\u003e\r\u003cbr\u003eFounded in Barcelona in 1951 by Josep Martorell and Oriol Bohigas, MBM Arquitectes later welcomed David Mackay into the team. In 2002, the team expanded with the inclusion of young architects Oriol Capdevila and Francesc Gual. Celebrated for among others its contributions to Barcelona's architectural scene during the postwar period, MBM Arquitectes has left an indelible mark on the cityscape. The present fireplace, like the building it originates from, is designed by the Spanish studio. The fireplace is distinguished by its angular geometric shape with clear, contoured shapes with sharp lines, constituting its design. Its black color emphasizes its solid and heavy look. The fireplace is ideal for placement in the corner of a room due to its 90-degree construction. The piece is an incredibly sturdy, sculptural addition to one's interior or patio. In this case suitable for both the winter and summer season.\r\u003cbr\u003e\r\u003cbr\u003eKindly take note that this piece contains signs of age and use, including wear and rust. 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This finely crafted design embraces a solid octagonal wooden base that serves as a foundation for the nickel-plated brass framework, added with four intersecting V-profiles strategically spaced to accommodate fireplace tools. Included in the set are a shovel, poker, and tong, each featuring wooden handles intricately carved, showcasing exquisite craftsmanship.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIco Parisi (1916-1996) stands as one of the pioneers who significantly influenced postwar Italian design. Admired for his graceful, curved, and elegantly simplified modern designs, Parisi played a pivotal role in shaping the design landscape. Unlike the Bauhaus movement, which established a new institute, Italy's design evolution unfolded in the refined confines of upper-class private spaces. It was within these sophisticated realms that the paths of influential figures like Gio Ponti, Massimo Campigli, Fausto Melotti, Ico, and his wife Luisa intersected. Parisi's journey began when, at the age of twenty, he earned his degree as an Industrial Head Technician from the Istituto Tecnico G. Castellini. It was during this period that he crafted his first designs, starting his prolific career. Prior to his mandatory wartime service, Parisi also delved into the realms of painting and photography. However, it was in the postwar era that Parisi's life truly unfolded. His encounter with Luisa Aiani sparked a transformative chapter. Subsequently, his designs garnered recognition and found a place in prestigious exhibitions. In 1958, Parisi started a collaboration with MIM Roma, followed by another significant partnership with Stildomus in 1959. 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Its bold, sculptural forms and exquisite craftsmanship exemplify the beauty of that particular era in design. The fireplace combines a harmonious mix of colors, including rich green lacquered wood for the ribbed columnar supports, lacquered wood in gold tones for the curved side compartments, and glossy black accents that add dramatic contrast. The hearth base is finished with terracotta colored tiles in a warm, earthy tone, perfectly complementing this refined piece.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eItalian designer Ernesto Valabrega (1901-1944) was born in Turin, as the son of celebrated designer and cabinetmaker Vittorio Valabrega (1861-1952).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHis father Vittorio was, together with his brother, the founder of Fratelli Valabrega (Valabrega Brothers Company, since 1884) that was situated in Turin. During the 1890s, Vittorio became the sole owner of the company and had great success with his refined wooden furniture. Vittorio Valabrega became well-known for his furniture in the floral Art Nouveau style, but as a true child of the 19th century, his company also manufactured furniture in Neo-Renaissance and the French Rococo Louis XV-style. His designs received positive attention and were awarded at World Exhibitions. At the famous exhibition in Paris in 1900, Vittorio even received a gold medal.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt was at the age of 24 that Ernesto got on board with his father’s business. His involvement from 1925 onwards had a great impact on the company. Ernesto decided to change the company’s name to Mobilart in 1928 and radically redirected the course. Whereas Vittorio was inspired by a variety of contemporary and historic styles, Ernesto chose for a different approach. He renounced the 19th century mixture of styles and approached furniture design in the same manner as the highly influential William Morris of the English Arts and Crafts movement. Their reform was an artistic reaction to the widespread industrialization of the 19th century.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eErnesto despised products of poor quality and chose high quality materials that would last a lifetime. The furniture he created in the late 1920 and 1930s are a true testament to his beliefs. 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The design is strongly built comprised of a solid wooden framework, further reinforced by iron rods. The lying element has a traditional feel associated with the sunny summer holidays, composed of cotton ropes. A vibrant and colorful padded cushion in grey, yellow, pink, beige, and blue hues, provides the user more comfort. This piece can be positioned freely in the room with the wheels allowing for easy movement. A decoration is subordinate to the constructive element, focusing on the essential composition of geometric forms and usage of materials. The design highlights the hammock's constructive components, giving it a raw and sophisticated look, yet the specific choice of materials, such as the warm-toned beechwood and the cotton ropes, joined by the multicolored cushion, lend it a playful and tranquil appearance. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlease note that this item is in good, used condition with signs of age and use. The cotton ropes show wear and the cushions contain some stains. Restoration is possible before shipping by our experienced craftsman and -women in our own in-house restoration atelier. With high attention for the original, they make sure every piece retains its value and is ready for the many years to come. We kindly ask you to contact our design experts for further information about the endless possibilities our restoration and upholstery atelier has to offer. Of course, a locally organized restoration is possible as well. 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Trevisan became known for creating highly decorative works that combined innovative materials with traditional craftsmanship. This fireplace, a rare example of his work, showcases his mastery of various metalworking techniques and his expertise in working with different metals. Crafted with great care and precision, it reflects both technical skill and a strong decorative sensibility. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe fireplace is constructed from hammered sheet iron, shaped into an elegant semi-conical body that rises into a tall cylindrical chimney. Warm golden and reddish tones are organically dispersed across the surface, likely resulting from brass and copper being welded onto the iron. The surface was then brushed, revealing the darker areas of the iron beneath. The metal was also hammered, creating a textured finish that catches the light unevenly and produces a mottled, copper-like effect. Decorative linear motifs reminding of ancient inscriptions are created through welded metal rods, applied directly onto the body of the fireplace to form geometric patterns in low relief. The sides also feature chiseled reliefs and holes punched through the metal.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe piece is further enriched by hand-forged iron elements, including the slender supporting legs and the fireplace tools, which are suspended from sculptural brackets attached to the body. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBiography\u003cbr\u003eUgo Trevisan was a Venetian-born metal artist who opened his art metal workshop Officina d’Arte in the early 1930s in Turin, a city that at the time was not only an industrial powerhouse but also an important center for artistic experimentation and design. Trained under the celebrated Venetian master Umberto Bellotto, Trevisan inherited a strong tradition of artistic metalworking rooted in Venetian craftsmanship. Bellotto himself had been associated with the decorative arts revival in Venice, and this background shaped Trevisan’s approach to metal as both an artistic and architectural medium. From the outset, the atelier distinguished itself through its exceptional expertise in aluminum, a relatively modern material that had become increasingly prominent in architecture and design during the interwar period. Trevisan’s workshop combined traditional metalworking techniques with experimental processes, pushing the aesthetic and technical possibilities of the material.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eTrevisan gained early recognition when, in 1933, he received second prize at the Mostra dell’Artigianato in Florence for a metal gate of his own design. The award confirmed the artistic ambition of his workshop and placed him within the broader Italian movement that sought to elevate craftsmanship to the level of fine art.\u003cbr\u003eThe defining feature of Trevisan’s work was his innovative approach to metal fabrication. His atelier experimented with anodization, turning metal both from sheet and solid forms, and welding using copper and brass electrodes to create subtle color contrasts across surfaces. These techniques allowed Trevisan to introduce chromatic richness and sculptural complexity into forged metalwork. Despite these technical innovations, Trevisan remained deeply committed to traditional craftsmanship. Each work produced in the atelier was executed with a high degree of manual skill, often tailored to specific architectural commissions or bespoke interior projects. 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Trevisan became known for creating highly decorative works that combined innovative materials with traditional craftsmanship. This fireplace, a rare example of his work, showcases his mastery of various metalworking techniques and his expertise in working with different metals. Crafted with great care and precision, it reflects both technical skill and a strong decorative sensibility. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe fireplace is constructed from several bent or rolled steel plates, shaped\u003cbr\u003einto an elegant semi-conical body that transitions into a tall cylindrical chimney. The fireplace was then given a copper coating through electroplating: the object was submerged in an electrolytic bath in which a thin layer of copper was deposited onto the steel using an electric current. A brass layer was subsequently applied in a similar manner. ⁠Warm golden and reddish tones are organically distributed across the surface. The copper- and brass-plated steel surface was subsequently hammered and brushed, giving the surface an irregular texture. The surface was then patinated and partially darkened, causing the light to reflect unevenly and creating a mottled, copper-like effect. Decorative linear motifs reminiscent of ancient inscriptions are formed by welded metal rods applied directly to the body of the fireplace, creating geometric patterns in low relief. The sides additionally feature carved reliefs and perforations that have been punched and cut through the metal. 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His atelier experimented with anodization, turning metal both from sheet and solid forms, and welding using copper and brass electrodes to create subtle color contrasts across surfaces. These techniques allowed Trevisan to introduce chromatic richness and sculptural complexity into forged metalwork. Despite these technical innovations, Trevisan remained deeply committed to traditional craftsmanship. Each work produced in the atelier was executed with a high degree of manual skill, often tailored to specific architectural commissions or bespoke interior projects. Rather than abandoning historical forms, Trevisan reinterpreted them through modern materials and techniques. \u003cbr\u003eYet despite this openness to innovation, Trevisan’s practice remained firmly grounded in the culture of the atelier. 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