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The story of FontanaArte and its innate connection with glass and luminosity coincides with the emergence and diffusion of Italian design, thanks to the presence of Gio Ponti and his intuitive promotion of a new cultural cohesion in the age of industrialization. The birth of FontanaArte in 1932 responded to the need to make the material and sculptural qualities of glass available to the creativity and ingenuity of the new generations of designers, artists and decorators, in a period in which, especially in Milan, the production industrial as one of the multiple art forms.

 

Even today, in the twenty-first century, the Art that Ponti wanted to incorporate into the company brand continues to be the foundation of an identity capable of existing beyond each single object in series.
The timeless spirit, in balance between art and industry, is the inspiration that guides the contemporary production of FontanaArte, suspended between clarity and perdurability.

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The history of FontanaArte

 

FontanaArte is an iconic brand in the world of lighting and interior design, with a history that has its roots in the very heart of Italian art and innovation. Founded in 1932 by Luigi Fontana and Gio Ponti, two leading figures in the panorama of 20th century architecture and design, the company has always embodied artisan excellence and creativity without borders.

 

Since its origins, FontanaArte has been dedicated to the production of lamps and design objects that stand out for their timeless elegance and attention to detail. Over the years, the brand has collaborated with some of the most great designers in the world, creating pieces that have left an indelible mark on the history of contemporary design.

 

Iconic models and designers

 

Among the iconic models of FontanaArte, immortal works stand out such as the "Bilia" table lamp designed by Gio Ponti in 1932, an example of refinement and simplicity. which still continues to enrich environments with timeless style today. Equally famous is the Globo lamp by Gae Aulenti, an icon of 1960s design that conquered the world with its spherical shape and widespread futuristic charm.

 

But FontanaArte is not limited to the glorious past: it continues to collaborate with the most talented contemporary designers, such as Federico Peri, Karim Rashid, many others to create innovative pieces that combine tradition and modernity in a perfect combination of form and function. Every FontanaArte product is the result of careful research of the most suitable materials valuable products and the most advanced technologies advanced, combined with unsurpassed craftsmanship reflected in every detail.

 

Your style: illuminated

 

Entering the world of FontanaArte means immersing yourself in an atmosphere of timeless elegance and refinement, where every object is a tangible testimony of the love for design and beauty. Whether it is illuminating a living room with the warm light of a blown glass table lamp or creating an evocative atmosphere in a restaurant with imposing chandeliers with a futuristic design, FontanaArte offers lighting solutions for every need.

 

With a range of products that ranges from floor lamps to wall lamps, from chandeliers to spotlights, the brand is aimed at a sophisticated audience that appreciates the fusion between aesthetics and functionality. Let yourself be inspired by our collection and transform your environments into scenarios of pure enchantment, where light becomes the undisputed protagonist of your home or work space. With FontanaArte, your style will be always illuminated with class and refinement.