The great Italian designer, architect
and artist Gaetano Pesce has died at the age of 84 in New York.
Among other things, Pesce is famous for designing the iconic Up
chair.
"It is a with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of
visionary creator Gaetano Pesce," said a statement on the
designer's Instagram profile.
"Over the course of six decades, Gaetano revolutionized the
worlds of art, design, architecture and the liminal spaces
between these categories.
"Despite dealing with health related set backs, especially in
the last year, Gaetano remained positive, playful and ever
curious.
"He is survived by his children, family, and all who adored him.
"His uniqueness, creativity and special message will live on
through his art.
"Ciao Gaetano".
Born in La Spezia in 1939, Pesce studied architecture and
industrial design in Venice.
He had lived in Helsinki, Paris and, since 1983, in the United
States.
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