Large Console Table by Hans von Klier for Gruppo Skipper

Beautiful console table in very good condition. Designed by Hans von Klier. Manufactured by Gruppo Skipper Italy in the 1970s. The top is made from beautiful massive mahogany which is separated by a chrome metal line. The two L-shaped legs are issued in stainless steel which is polished to a high gloss. This console is of a very high quality and the top has been refinished.

From 1960-1968 working in the studio of Ettore Sottsass jr. Hans Von Klier creates the future-oriented design for Olivetti office equipment and office furnishing systems. During this period, von Klier exhibits twice at the Triennale in Milano and, in 1962, has the chance of his own exhibition for didactic toys at the gallery “ll Sestante” in Milano.

As an international designer, he has repeatedly been selected as a juror, amongst others for the German Federal Award “GUTE FORM” / E.S.A.G. Paris/ SMAU Milan/ INTERNATIONAL FARB-DESIGN PREIS Stuttgart/iF Hannover. In addition he has held lectures and speeches on modern design at several universities and institutions in Germany, England, the USA, Singapore and Canada. The focus of his current creations lies on corporate design, objects, furniture and office furnishing systems, conception and constructions for fairs and exhibitions and interior design.