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Gio ponti
Giovanni "Gio" Ponti was born in Milan in 1891. He graduated in Architecture from the Regio Istituto Tecnico Superiore di Milano in 1921.
- After graduating, he opened a studio with Mino Fiocchi and Emilio Lancia, creating several architectural works.
- Throughout his career, Ponti designed countless pieces of furniture, decorative art objects, and industrial products, utilizing both artisanal techniques and modern production methods.
- Beginning in 1923, he collaborated with the Richard Ginori ceramics factory, creating designs rich in colors and elaborate forms, primarily in the Neoclassical style. This collaboration lasted 15 years.
- He founded the magazine Domus in 1928 and the magazine Stile in 1941. Both were publications focused on architecture and design.
His works can be seen in various museums, including:
- MIC - Milan
- Museo Ginori - Milan
- Museo MAXXI - Rome
- Musée des Arts Décoratifs - Paris
- Among others
