Gabriella Crespi
1922-2017
The Muse of Italian Design
An iconic figure of the international jet set, Gabriella Crespi left her mark on the 1970s with her aristocratic elegance and cosmopolitan spirit. Between Milan and India, she created a world where luxury meets spirituality. Her collections, produced in limited series, won over the greatest names in fashion and design, from Valentino to the royal family of Iran.
The Aesthetic: Metamorphosis and Nature
The Crespi style is characterised by modular furniture and organic forms of great sophistication. She had the art of transforming natural materials into finely crafted objects, playing on the reflections of metal to elevate the simplicity of plant fibres.
Materials: Polished brass, bamboo, rattan, burl wood and bronze.
Icons: The ‘Bamboo’ collection, the ‘Ellisse’ tables with sliding tops and the ‘Cygne’ (Swan) lamps.
A Prestigious Signature
Today, Gabriella Crespi is considered one of the most influential designers of her generation. Her creations are sought after for their rarity and their ability to create an atmosphere that is both warm and sculptural. To own a Crespi piece is to hold a piece of ‘Jet-Set’ design history, a symbol of a free and refined art of living.
