Metafora table

Design table of the 1970s, "la metafora" by the designer couple lella and massimo vignelli. Edited by martinelli luce. A mythical table of design, with incredible symbolism. Each geometric shape of the feet has a meaning: The sphere: represents the globe, our planet, the origin and support of humanity. The pyramid: represents the egyptian civilization as the first important example of social organization, the cradle of culture and spirituality. The cylinder: represents the roman empire, the peak of an ancient world that collapsed disastrously (it can be placed standing or lying down). The cube: represents the stone of the kaaba, in mecca, founding element of islam. In very good condition, some traces of normal wear. Travertine feet. Glass top with a thickness of 1.8 cm. Dimensions: 94x94x20 cm.