Melamina Style - Tray - Plastic - 1970's Space Age

Italian serving tray produced in the 1970s by Style Italy, an object that perfectly captures the optimistic and futuristic language of the Space Age era. Its fluid organic silhouette, combined with the bold concentric geometric motif in deep brown over a glossy white surface, reflects the visual culture of Italian domestic design during the Seventies, where functionality merged with sculptural aesthetics.
Manufactured in thermoset melamine, one of the most iconic materials of the decade, the tray embodies the practical elegance of postwar Italian production: lightweight, resistant, and visually striking. The graphic decoration recalls Op Art and futuristic interior trends popular in Mid-Century Modern and Space Age environments, making this piece not only functional but also highly decorative.
The asymmetric oval form gives the object a dynamic presence, equally suitable as a serving tray, coffee table accent, bar accessory, or display piece within a vintage interior. Its minimalist color palette and geometric balance make it particularly versatile in both modern and retro-inspired spaces.
Marked on the underside:
“Melamina STYLE – Made in Italy – Ref. 38 L”.
Condition is good vintage condition with signs consistent with age and use. No cracks, chips, or structural deformations are present.
Technical details:
Manufacturer: Style Italy
Production period: circa 1975
Material: thermoset melamine
Color: glossy white with brown geometric decoration
Dimensions: 40 × 25 cm
Height: 3 cm
Weight: approx. 380 g
An authentic example of Italian Space Age tableware design from the 1970s.
The item offered is original, vintage, and pre-owned, and is described accurately and in good faith.
As this is a vintage item, minor signs of age and normal wear are to be expected and are consistent with its age. Any structural damage, missing parts, or non-functioning features are clearly disclosed in the description and/or visible in the images. Colours may vary slightly due to lighting conditions and screen settings. he item will be professionally packed using protective materials, and double-boxed where appropriate. Shipping is tracked and insured. The item is handed over to the carrier in the same condition as documented prior to dispatch.
The buyer is responsible for providing a correct shipping address and for collecting the parcel within the carrier’s specified timeframe. In case of non-collection, refusal of delivery, or incorrect address, Catawiki’s applicable procedures and conditions will apply.This is a vintage mechanical timepiece. Due to its age and original components, slight variations in performance, accuracy, or behaviour may occur over time, even if fully functional at the time of testing. All stated functions have been tested and verified at the time of listing and again before shipment.
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