Rosewood desk by Claudio Salocchi for Sormani, Italy 1970.

Rare and remarkable desk designed by Italian designer Claudio Salocchi for the Milanese publisher Sormani in the 1970s. This piece stands out for its particularly elegant architectural design: a large top forming a writing surface with edges, resting on a sculptural base with rigorous lines, accompanied by its matching independent drawer unit that can be freely positioned or slid under the top as needed. The rosewood veneer with spectacular grain contrasts with the geometric sobriety of the whole and reflects the refinement of high-end Italian productions from this period. The brass handles add a discreet and precious touch to this composition of great modernity. At the intersection of executive furniture and functional sculpture, this desk perfectly illustrates Claudio Salocchi's work and the fruitful collaboration he had with Sormani from the late 1960s, during which several of his pieces became emblematic of Italian design. A rare piece, suitable for both a contemporary interior and a collection of 20th-century Italian design.