Luciano defines himself ‘trottolaio’, spinning-top maker, since in recent years he has refined and elaborated his research for the most perfectly made and best calibrated spinning top, each constructed meticulously using a variety of types of wood.
Behind Luciano’s interest in refining the trottola is a deep and abiding passion for wood. In his via Padova studio he keeps a carefully arranged store of his wood archive, along with a draw of marked jars containing sawdust, maintaining the perfume of each type.
In collaboration with LOMI_ Luciano has adapted one of his pieces; the Specimen box, which houses 9 types of wood, with an explanation as to the key qualities of each variety. This numbered edition piece has the addition of small magnets behind each faceted cube, to allow the set to be displayed on any metallic surface. Item available on commission; price includes postage to within Italy, delivery within 5 weeks from order
View Luciano's work in LOMI's current objects collection
Luciano teaches woodworking courses in Milano, for more info email or dm us