Beautiful box created by Arnaldo Pomodoro for Edizioni Ars D Milano, commissioned by Ciga Hotels in the early 1980s.
The edition is extremely limited to 520 pieces, crafted in solid wood with a silver-plated bronze plate set into the lid, and featuring the artist’s fire-branded signature inside.
An extraordinary piece as an example of applied art by one of the most important Italian artists of the 20th century, who needs no further introduction.
Impeccable condition considering its nearly 50 years of age.
 
Product Name: Box by Arnaldo Pomodoro for Edizioni Ars D, Milan
Designer: Arnaldo Pomodoro
Year of Design: Early 1980s
Style: Contemporary applied art
Main Materials: Solid wood, silver-plated bronze plate
Distinctive Design: Lid featuring an inlaid silver-plated bronze plate and fire-branded signature inside
Dimensions: Length 11.5 cm | Width 11.5 cm | Height 5 cm
Comfort: Exclusive and solid object, easy to handle and position
Typical Use: Decorative object or applied art container
Design Icon: A unique creation by one of the most important Italian artists of the 20th century
Versatility: Suitable both as a work of art and as a functional object
Current Design Condition: Impeccable condition despite its nearly 50 years of age
Additional Notes: Limited edition of only 520 pieces, an extraordinary and rare collectible
 
Arnaldo Pomodoro is one of the leading Italian sculptors of the 20th century, renowned for his innovative and symbolic approach to sculpture. His works are characterized by the use of rigorous geometric forms—such as spheres, cubes, and pyramids—often treated in a way that conceals more complex internal elements, such as fissures and engravings. This duality between exterior and interior, between smooth surface and the “excavated” core of the sculpture, is one of the defining traits of his art, inviting reflection on time, the invisible, and transformation.
Pomodoro maintained a close relationship with architecture and design, collaborating with other designers and artists, including figures active in the field of industrial design. An example of this dialogue is his connection with Scarpa, a designer who, like Pomodoro, explored the interaction between art and everyday objects. In the realm of design, Pomodoro did not limit himself to monumental sculpture but also conceived objects such as boxes, tables, and other furnishings, combining his artistic vision with functional design. His work with Edizioni Ars D Milano, which produced limited-edition design objects, clearly illustrates how Pomodoro explored the fusion of sculptural art and utilitarian objects, creating refined and unique pieces within the contemporary design landscape.
These collaborations demonstrate his versatility and his interest in pushing sculpture beyond traditional boundaries, transforming it into furnishings and objects for everyday use while always maintaining a strong symbolic and artistic dimension. His ability to engage with designers and architects allowed him to create works that enriched not only public spaces but also private interiors, establishing a dialogue between sculpture, design, and architecture.