Vittorio Bonacina - Cradle - Bamboo

Rarest Lounge Cradle in Reed and Bamboo – Attributed to Vittorio Bonacina, circa 1956 (Italian Design / Riviera Style)
Subtitle:
A masterpiece of handwoven craftsmanship, attributable to the celebrated Vittorio Bonacina manufactory. A timeless design piece for discerning collectors.
Description of the Lot:
We proudly offer in this auction an exceptional piece of Italian interior design history: a magnificent lounge cradle (co-sleeper), dateable to around 1956 and attributed to the famed Vittorio Bonacina manufactory.
This piece represents the apex of Italian mid-century craftsmanship, a period when reed and bamboo work experienced a true "Renaissance" thanks to the great design masters. Handmade to excellent quality standards, this cradle embodies refined elegance and the comfort of elite homes of the era.
Main Features:
Designer Design: The frame is a celebration of curves and elegant geometries. The main uprights are formed from flame-bent bamboo canes, skillfully heated and bent. The backrest and footboard are worked with a spectacular technique of inverted arches and a full reed fan, creating a light and unmistakable transparency.
Excellence in Craftsmanship: Each junction is fixed and reinforced with natural wicker bindings, perfectly preserved, testimony to a slow and meticulous manual workmanship. There is no trace of modern nails or screws visible.
Included Gift: The cradle comes with a matching inner bumper and a tailored mattress: a protection in ecru linen with delicate polka-dot embroidery and a Sangallo lace edge, finely finished with satin ribbon bows.
Condition:
The cradle is in excellent condition for its age (Vintage condition).
The reed and bamboo frame is solid and stable, with no breaks or restorations, missing one wheel which is easily replaceable, the label has worn away over the years and due to cleaning. The wood shows a warm, authentic patina, with natural and fascinating color variations due to time. The wicker bindings are intact. The complimentary textile set is clean and ready to use, with no stains or tears.
Dimensions:
Length: 100 cm
Width: 58 cm
Height: 76 cm (at the highest point of the backrest)
A Piece of Design History:
This cradle is not only a functional piece of furniture but a genuine fragment of Italy’s economic boom era and great designer authorism. Pieces attributed to Vittorio Bonacina in this condition are increasingly rare and sought after on the international market. Perfect for an elegant nursery, as an accent piece in a bohemian-chic living room, or to enrich a collection of Italian design from the 1950s.