Aldo Tura Mod. 796D Parchment Thermos with Abstract Decoration, 1940

This thermos reflects the unmistakable material sophistication and artistic sensibility of Aldo Tura’s early production. Its cylindrical body is entirely clad in natural parchment, animated by a lively composition of abstract hand-painted motifs in black, red, green and ochre tones. The decoration unfolds rhythmically across the curved surface, creating a graphic and highly distinctive visual effect. At the top, a gilt metal container with a small loop handle introduces an elegant contrast of texture and tone, reinforcing the object’s refined and utilitarian character. The warm honeyed tone of the parchment, combined with the vivid abstract decoration and the soft metallic sheen of the upper element, gives the piece a unique presence. At once practical and decorative, it is a rare object that encapsulates the poetic and experimental spirit of early Italian design.