Description

Arnaldo Pomodoro (born Morciano di Romagna, 1926) is one of the most important Italian sculptors of the post-war period and a leading figure in the dialogue between art, design, and architecture. Throughout his career, Arnaldo Pomodoro has explored material, sign, and structure, extending his distinctive sculptural language into the field of furniture design.

In the 1960s, Arnaldo Pomodoro collaborated with Osvaldo Borsani on a series of high-level design projects that combined artistic experimentation with modern design principles. Within this context, Pomodoro created the iconic bed with a brass headboard, produced by Atelier Borsani, the workshop dedicated to the creation of exclusive furniture made in very few examples.

For this bed, Arnaldo Pomodoro designed a headboard composed of cast brass panels, conceived as sculptural modules defined by engravings, reliefs, and complex geometric structures. Atelier Borsani executed the piece with exceptional craftsmanship, while Osvaldo Borsani integrated the sculptural elements into a rigorous and functional structure. The result is an iconic example of post-war Italian design, merging monumental sculpture, fine craftsmanship, and modern furniture design.