Ara Fenice

The Ara Fenice centrepiece is a refined and meaningful homage to architect Piero Bottoni, reinterpreting one of his most emblematic masterpieces: the Fenice table dated 1936.
Originally conceived for the dining room of Villa Muggia in Imola, the Fenice table was made of reinforced concrete cast on the floor, a technical challenge and a symbol of the architectural modernity of the time that manifests Bottoni's creative and innovative power. 
Ara Fenice faithfully reproduces the shape of the Fenice table, but reduces its dimensions to fit the function of a centrepiece. This change of scale does not alter the essence and founding principles of the original work. Like the Fenice table, Ara Fenice is made of concrete and aggregates, maintaining the material and conceptual integrity of Bottoni's design.
The centrepiece is not only an aesthetic tribute, but also a reminder of the durability and robustness that characterised Bottoni's creations. 
Zanotta, known for its ability to combine tradition and innovation, has captured the soul of the original design, proposing a piece that celebrates the history of Italian architecture through a contemporary reinterpretation. Ara Fenice is not simply a decorative object, but a piece of history that lives on and narrates the genius of Piero Bottoni.