Today, re-edition has become commonplace. Major design publishers now prefer to reissue iconic pieces rather than promote new creation. However, it is important to remember that in the 1980s, the very concept of re-edition barely existed.
This desire to revive the modernist aesthetics of the 1930s was also paired by a fascination with Art Deco. Together, these styles resurfaced through the designs of the 1980s.
In addition to the re-editions of early 20th-century pieces, Paolo Pallucco also published work from several designers of the 1980s.
Pallucco S.R.L.’s production capabilities gave Paolo Pallucco a key tool for realizing his own creations. Cutting, welding, lacquering, galvanizing… so many processes made easier thanks to the industrial methods the company had at its disposal.
Many bold designers approached Paolo Pallucco because of these available resources, which also allowed for the production of sculptural furniture of flawless quality.
In 1987, Paolo Pallucco parted ways with his company. Losing this resource pushed the designer to explore other materials.
This exploration led to one of the artist’s most unique works, made entirely of wood: the 100 Sedie in una Notte series, which was created as a result.
Paolo Pallucco, publisher before designer
While Paolo Pallucco is today a widely recognized designer known for his bold and radical creations, it is often his role as a publisher that comes up first in online searches.
Paolo Pallucco founded his company, Pallucco S.R.L., in 1980. For the artist, the aim was clear: to re-edit and bring back to the forefront the conceptual aesthetics of early 20th-century design.
Although the style drew inspiration from the sketches of Robert Mallet-Stevens and René Herbst, the production itself was thoroughly contemporary and delivered impeccable quality.
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