Piero de Martini was an Italian mid-century modern furniture designer. He was born in Milan in 1939 and studied architecture at the Politecnico di Milano. After graduating, he worked as an architect for a few years before turning to furniture design in the early 1960s.

His furniture designs are characterized by their clean lines, simple forms, and use of natural materials. He often used wood, leather, and metal in his designs, and he was known for his attention to detail and craftsmanship.

Some of de Martini's most famous designs include the "La Barca" dining table, the "Viola d'Amore" armchair, and the "Naviglio" coffee table. These designs are still considered classics of mid-century modern furniture, and they are highly sought-after by collectors and interior designers.

De Martini worked with a number of leading Italian furniture manufacturers, including Cassina, Poltrona Frau, and Arteluce. He also exhibited his more...

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Piero de martini La Barca dining table for Cassina, in dark…

Piero de martini La Barca dining table for Cassina, in dark stained oak with hinged fold out top and adjustable legs. Italy, designed 1975, 74 cm high, 210 cm wide, 37 cm deep 71 cm high, 210 cm wide, 74.5 cm deep (extended)

Piero de martini (Italian, b. 1939), La Barca dining table,…

Piero de martini (Italian, b. 1939), La Barca dining table, designed 1975, manufactured by Cassina, ash, fold over top, height 71 cm, length 210 cm, depth 74 cm. Provenance: Private Collection, Canberra

Piero de martini (Italian, b. 1939) La Barca dining table,…

La Barca Dining Table by Piero de Martini

Piero de martini (Italian, b. 1939) La Barca dining table, designed 1975 manufactured by Cassina, ash, fold over top

Piero de martini 'La Barca' table for Cassina; extension,…

Cassina Extension Table by Piero de Martini

Piero de martini 'La Barca' table for Cassina; extension, natural oak; Italy; designed 1975; 71 cm high, 225 cm wide, 74d; extended: 148d; (If purchased, this table needs to be collected by a minimum of two professional carriers. Leonard Joel staff are…

Piero De Martini 'La Barca' table for Cassina, extension,…

Piero De Martini Oak Extension Table for Cassina

Piero De Martini 'La Barca' table for Cassina, extension, natural oak, Italy, designed 1975

Piero de Martini 'La Barca' table for Cassina, fold out…

Fold-out oak table by Piero de Martini for Cassina

Piero de Martini 'La Barca' table for Cassina, fold out extension, natural oak, Italy designed 1975, 74 cm high, 225 cm wide, 74 cm deep

Piero de Martini 'La Barca' table for Cassina, extension fold…

Piero de Martini Oak Extension Table

Piero de Martini 'La Barca' table for Cassina, extension fold out, natural oak, Italy, designed 1975, 74 cm high, 225 cm wide, 74 cm deep

Piero de Martini nest of tables for Cassina, Blondewood, Italy,…

Blondewood Nesting Tables by Piero de Martini

Piero de Martini nest of tables for Cassina, Blondewood, Italy, c 1970s, Tallest 39 cm high, 52 cm wide, 46 cm deep

Piero de Martini 'La Barca' day bed for Cassina, leather and…

Piero de Martini Day Bed

Piero de Martini 'La Barca' day bed for Cassina, leather and blondewood, Italy, c 1970s, 76 cm high, 276 cm wide, 137 cm deep

Piero de Martini pair of chairs for Cassina, leather and…

Piero de Martini Leather Chairs for Cassina

Piero de Martini pair of chairs for Cassina, leather and blondewood, Italy, c 1970s, 78 cm high, 47 cm wide, 47 cm deep

A 'La Barca' pale oak folding dining table Italian, designed by…

"La Barca" Pale Oak Folding Dining Table by Piero de Martini

A 'La Barca' pale oak folding dining table Italian, designed by Piero de Martini, 72 cm high, 200 cm long

Piero De Martini. La Barca' table. Manufactured by Cassina. Oak…

Cassina Oak Extendable Dining Table by Piero De Martini

Piero De Martini. La Barca' table. Manufactured by Cassina. Oak extendable dining table. Italy. 74 cm high, 225 cm wide, 74d - Closed. 74 cm high, 225 cm wide, 149d - Open

Piero de Martini. La Barca dining table, designed 1975…

La Barca Dining Table by Piero de Martini

Piero de Martini. La Barca dining table, designed 1975 manufactured by Cassina, Italy, ashwood, of rectangular shape with fold over top

La Barca table by Piero de Martini for Cassina. Rectangular…

Piero de Martini's Extendable La Barca Table for Cassina

La Barca table by Piero de Martini for Cassina. Rectangular table with extending top

Piero de Martini (Italian, b. 1939), Viola d'Amore armchair and…

Viola d'Amore Armchair & Footstool by Piero de Martini

Piero de Martini (Italian, b. 1939), Viola d'Amore armchair and footstool, designed c. 1970 manufactured by Cassina, Italy, tan leather (2)

Piero de Martini (Italian, b. 1939), Viola d'Amore armchair and…

Viola d'Amore Armchair & Footstool by Piero de Martini

Piero de Martini (Italian, b. 1939), Viola d'Amore armchair and footstool, designed c. 1970 manufactured by Cassina, Italy, tan leather (2)