Mid-Century Italian Bamboo Umbrella Stand by Franco Albini for Vittorio Bonacina, 1960s

About This Piece

Vintage Design

1950s Italian bamboo basket/umbrella holder attributed to Franco Albini for Vittorio Bonacina. Modernist, minimalist and very decorative.

This attractive basket can be used in different ways.
Either as an umbrella stand or for paper rolls, posters
or simply as a decorative item.

The basket is in top condition and has been cleaned
and ready to use.

Mass:

Height: approx. 55 cm
Top opening: 20 cm
Diameter: 35cm

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Creator	Franco Albini
Manufacturer	Vittorio Bonacina
Design Period	1960 to 1969
Production Period	Unknown
Country of Manufacture	Italy
Identifying Marks	This piece is attributed to the above-mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark
Style	Italian, Midcentury, Hand-Crafted, Minimalist
Detailed Condition	Very Good — This vintage/antique item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use.
	The vendor has confirmed this piece is in working order.
Restoration and Damage Details	Patina consistent with age and use, Light wear consistent with age and use
SKU	RSE-2027077
Materials	Bamboo
Color	Blonde
Height	55 cm 55 cm
Diameter	35 cm

Shipping & Delivery

Ships from	Austria
Returns	Returns accepted within fourteen days of delivery, except for Made-to-order items

Sustainability

Carbon Neutral	For every purchase made, Pamono offsets 100% of estimated carbon emissions from global shipping.
Vintage	Choosing vintage and antique furniture reduces your carbon footprint by cutting down on waste and reduces demand for new materials and extends the life of the products we use.

Delivery Details

Delivery will be completed by a parcel service such as UPS, DHL, or FedEx.
You will receive a tracking number to monitor the status of your shipment.
Delivery will take place between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday.
A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection.
Item will be left in its packaging after delivery.
A signature will be required upon delivery.

*Important Note

Please examine the packaging upon delivery. In the event that there are visible signs of damaged packaging, please indicate the problem on the Delivery Note, take pictures, and—if the item inside shows damages—contact us within 48 hours of delivery. A signed delivery receipt without notations regarding damaged packaging represents your acceptance of the completed order in perfect condition.

About the Creator

Franco Albini

Born near Milan in 1905, Franco Albini was an Italian architect, urban planner, and furniture designer active between the 1930s and the 1960s. He studied architecture at Milan’s famous Politecnico, apprenticed under master architect-designer Gio Ponti, and played a key role in formulating the Rationalist movement in Italy prior to World War II.

Throughout the post-war era, Albini continued to create furniture and architecture aimed at purity of expression through modularity and affordable materials. While his work tends toward formal reduction, it also maintains a warmth and charm that stems from his enduring respect for context and tradition.

Albini worked with various mid-century manufacturers during his lifetime, including Cassina, Arflex, Poggi, Arteluce, Brionvega, and Knoll, and many of his designs are still in production. He received multiple awards for his work, including three prestigious Compasso d’Oro Awards.