GUIDO FALESCHINI, daybed, Roche Bobois ed., circa 1970

Guido Faleschini (1924-1971)
Large daybed with removable side table
Roche Bobois edition, France, circa 1970
Manufacturer's label
Stainless steel, foam, and fabric by Maison Issé

Height: 50 (seat height: 25) x Width: 125 x Length: 240 cm
Bedside table Height: 35 cm x Depth: 55 cm x Width: 40 cm

Biography:

The Italian-Swiss designer Guido Faleschini was born in Italy in 1924. He trained as an architect in Milan and graduated in 1942. He continued his studies and graduated from the School of Art, where he was awarded first prize at the end of his course.
In 1960, he graduated with a degree in architecture from the University of Lausanne. Shortly thereafter, he began teaching there as a professor of architectural composition.

Faleschini was also passionate about painting.
From 1950 to 1968, he won numerous prizes in painting competitions.

He then worked for several major manufacturers, including Pace Collection, i4 Mariani, and Arflex. His works have been exhibited at international trade shows. During this period, he also worked on the design of private homes and commercial spaces.

Many of his designs are featured in the collections of the Museum of Modern Art in New York and the Victoria and Albert Museum in London.

Guido Faleschini sadly passed away prematurely in 1971 at the age of 47.
Despite his passing, the designer created and produced incredible works that are still highly sought after and admired by connoisseurs around the world today.