MOLTENI & C. MHC.1 CONTEINER

Name: MOLTENI & C. MHC.1 CONTEINER
Brand: Molteni & C.
SKU: 42883

Werner Bläser

MHC.1 is a reissue of the prototype of Molteni&C's first modern piece of furniture, the dresser designed by Werner Blaser. Although it was never put into production, it won first prize at the 1955 Cantù International Competition, the 1st Selettiva, aimed at requalifying the image of Italian production. The jury was composed of notable figures such as Gio Ponti, Alvar Aalto, Romano Barocchi, Carlo de Carli, and Finn Juhl. The design is characterized by a distinctive construction system based on a simple triple-fork joint. After an initial limited edition of 100 numbered pieces, it is now available in two new non-numbered versions with exclusive finishes: honey-stained emien and black-stained ash.

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MHC.1 is a reedition of the prototype of the first modern piece of furniture created by Molteni&C, the dresser designed by Werner Blaser. It was awarded first prize at the 1955 Cantù International Competition, the 1st Selettiva, a key event aimed at revitalizing the image of Italian production. This dresser features a simple construction system based on a triple-fork joint, which makes it a unique piece of design history. The piece is available in two new versions, with the exclusive finishes of honey-stained emien and black-stained ash.

The structure and front panels are made of medium-density fiberboard covered with veneer of Emien (Alstonia boonei) or Ash (Fraxinus), with applied perimeter blocks. The perimeter blocks and handles are made from solid Kotò wood (Pterygota macrocarpa) or Ash. The interior sides and bottom of the drawer are made of solid Kotò or Ash wood, while the bottom panel is also covered with veneer of Emien or Ash.

The brand is distinguished by innovative design, continuous research, and the adoption of advanced production techniques, supplying furnishings for museums, hotels, restaurants, and cruise ships, with collaborations from renowned designers such as Patricia Urquiola, Rodolfo Dordoni, Jean Nouvel, and Hannes Wettstein. Molteni&C received the prestigious Compasso d'Oro career award in 1994 and 2020, awarded by ADI (Association for Industrial Design). Since 2012, in collaboration with the Gio Ponti Archives and under the artistic direction of Studio Cerri & Associati, it has exclusively reissued several iconic pieces by Gio Ponti, intended for private residences, special projects, or limited editions, faithfully respecting the original designs.

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Brand Molteni & C.

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