A Space Age desk object produced under licence for the Spanish market
This “Dedalino” desk pen holder, designed by Emma Gismondi Schweinberger and produced in the 1970s for Idarco, represents a licensed Spanish edition of one of the most recognisable Space Age desk designs of the period.
With its organic, rounded form and perforated top, the Dedalino reflects the functional experimentation and futuristic aesthetics that defined Italian design in the late 1960s and 1970s.
Design and material
Manufactured in white plastic with a glossy finish, the piece combines lightness, durability and visual clarity.
The perforated structure allows for practical organisation of pens, pencils or brushes, while maintaining a strong sculptural presence when placed on a desk or shelf.
Even when not in use, the object reads clearly as a decorative design piece, rather than a purely utilitarian accessory.
Origin & period
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Designer: Emma Gismondi Schweinberger
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Manufacturer: Idarco (Spain)
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Model: Dedalino
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Period: 1970s
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Style: Space Age / Mid-Century Modern
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Material: Plastic
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Colour: White
Dimensions
Height: 9 cm (approx. 3.5 inches)
Width: 9 cm (approx. 3.5 inches)
Depth: 9 cm (approx. 3.5 inches)
Condition
Condition.
Light signs of age and use are present and consistent with the period and material.
Decorative use
Ideal as a decorative desk object, pen holder or small sculptural accent.
It works particularly well in Space Age, Mid-Century Modern, Pop Art or minimalist interiors, and appeals strongly to collectors of 1970s European design.
A compact but iconic design object, ideal for collectors of Space Age desk accessories.
Available as a unique, one-of-a-kind piece.
