Auction introduction: Ernesto Esposito is not only a well-known luxury shoe designer, but also a renowned collector of contemporary art and 20th century furniture. Known for his designs created for Sergio Rossi, Marc Jacobs and Fendi, Mr. Esposito is an equally dedicated art collector. Favoring works of art from the 1950s to the present day, the designer has met personalities such as Andy Warhol, Michelangelo Pistoletto and Helmut Newton. This magnificent Neapolitan collection is a vibrant tribute to design from the 1950s to the 1980s. From Jean Prouvé to Alighiero Boetti, the collection has been tastefully assembled around an idea of harmony. Combining aesthetics with functionality, each object asserts itself but never overshadows any other piece. This ensemble masterfully showcases Copertine, a mixed media on paper by Alighiero Boetti, as well as several works by contemporary artists such as Julian Schnabel, Kiki Smith and Ryan Mendoza.