This vintage travertine pedestal, crafted in Italy during the 1970s–80s, exemplifies the architectural clarity and material presence that defined Italian stone design of the postwar era — a monolithic vertical form in solid travertine that operates simultaneously as functional object and sculptural statement.
Originally conceived as a display plinth, the piece has acquired over time the status of a collectible object in its own right — valued not for its function alone but for the quality of its material, the precision of its form, and the natural character of its stone. The travertine surface reveals soft beige and cream tonalities with subtle organic veining, each variation unique to this specific block of stone.
At 30 × 30 × 70 cm, the pedestal has a strong vertical presence — capable of anchoring a space, presenting a ceramic or sculptural object, or standing alone as a minimal composition in itself. A piece that understands that the most resolved design is the one that appears inevitable.
Currently part of What Remains — a curated exhibition by Valeria Viollaz at The mep, Lucerne, Switzerland, where it serves as a sculptural support for ceramic works by Japanese artist Hiroshi Aoki. Available for purchase following the close of the exhibition.
Year: 1970s–80s Origin: Italy Material: Solid travertine — beige and cream tones Measurements: 30 × 30 × 70 cm Condition: Very good vintage — natural variations in stone consistent with the material
This vintage travertine pedestal, crafted in Italy during the 1970s–80s, exemplifies the architectural clarity and material presence that defined Italian stone design of the postwar era — a monolithic vertical form in solid travertine that operates simultaneously as functional object and sculptural statement.
Originally conceived as a display plinth, the piece has acquired over time the status of a collectible object in its own right — valued not for its function alone but for the quality of its material, the precision of its form, and the natural character of its stone. The travertine surface reveals soft beige and cream tonalities with subtle organic veining, each variation unique to this specific block of stone.
At 30 × 30 × 70 cm, the pedestal has a strong vertical presence — capable of anchoring a space, presenting a ceramic or sculptural object, or standing alone as a minimal composition in itself. A piece that understands that the most resolved design is the one that appears inevitable.
Currently part of What Remains — a curated exhibition by Valeria Viollaz at The mep, Lucerne, Switzerland, where it serves as a sculptural support for ceramic works by Japanese artist Hiroshi Aoki. Available for purchase following the close of the exhibition.
Year: 1970s–80s Origin: Italy Material: Solid travertine — beige and cream tones Measurements: 30 × 30 × 70 cm Condition: Very good vintage — natural variations in stone consistent with the material
