1950s Piece of Furniture

Features

Production: Italiana

Time: 1950s

Year: 1958

Production country: Italy

Main essence: Mahogany

Material: Formica , Mahogany Feather Banded Veneer , Brass , Glass

Description

A piece of furniture designed by the architect Gambarelli composed by a mahogany back that supports the shaped frame covered with parchment with light system, holders and swing doors made of cathedral mahogany veneer, glasses, supports made of cast brass and formica shelves. Manufactured in Italy, 1958.

Product Condition:
Very good condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Any damage or loss is displayed as completely as possible in the pictures.

Dimensions (cm):
Height: 292
Width: 291
Depth: 52,5

Additional Information

Production: Italiana

Time: 1950s

1950s

Main essence: Mahogany

It is one of the most precious and sought-after woods in cabinet making. It was discovered in Central America around 1600 and began to be imported to England in the 1700s. Much appreciated for its hardness and indestructibility, it became widespread following the blocking of walnut exports from France in 1720 and the consequent elimination of English import duties on mahogany from the colonies in America and India. The most valuable version comes from Cuba, but it became very expensive. At the end of the 18th century it began to be used also in France in Louis XVI, Directory and Empire furniture, its diffusion declined starting from when Napoleon, in 1810, forbade its import. It was generally used in the manufacture of elegant furniture, due to its characteristics and beautiful grain.