Italian designer Federico Munari studied at the Milan Academy of Fine Arts and worked for several Italian companies, including Olivetti and Piaggio.
Throughout his career, he was a forerunner of modern graphic design, developing innovative techniques to create images, typography and graphics that influenced designers worldwide. He wrote several books on design, including « Design and Visual Communication » and « The Discovery of the Square », which are considered design classics.
Munari also worked in the field of visual art, creating abstract sculptures, installations and paintings. He won numerous awards for his work, including the gold medal at the Milan Triennale exhibition in 1954.
Today, Federico Munari is recognized as one of the greatest Italian designers of the 20th century, whose legacy continues around the world.
Material
100% wool
Dimensions
H 74 x W 95 x D 80 cm
Year
circa 1950
