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Designed for the opening of the exhibition in April 1970 in Karlsruhe. The exhibition showcased the work of Tito Agnoli, Sergio Asti, Gae Aulenti, Mario Bellini, Bertone, Luigi Colombini, Angelo Mangiarotti, Enzo Mari, Alio Martinelli, Bruno Munari, Pininfarina, Gio Ponti, Gino Safatti, Tobia Scarpa, Ettore Sottsass, Gino Valle, Marco Zanuso, Zagatto and Pio Manzu. The cover design features one of the many paintings by Italian designer Franco Grignani.

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Design aus Italien, 1970 designed by Franco Grignani
Design aus Italien, 1970 designed by Franco Grignani
Design aus Italien, 1970 designed by Franco Grignani
Design aus Italien, 1970 designed by Franco Grignani
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