Pair of Antique Consoles Mahogany Italy XX Century

Code: ANMOST0243751

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Pair of Antique Consoles Mahogany Italy XX Century

Code: ANMOST0243751

not available

Pair of Antique Consoles Mahogany Italy XX Century

Features

Age:  20th Century / 1901 - 2000

Origin:  Italy

Main essence:  Mahogany

Description

Pair of consoles, supported by uprights of which the front ones are moved in a curl, have a pair of drawers placed in the band under the top.

Product Condition:
Product which, due to age and wear, may require restoration and re-polishing. We try to present the real state as fully as possible with photos. If some details are not clear from the photos, what is stated in the description applies.

Dimensions (cm):
Height: 78
Width: 101,5
Depth: 57

Additional Information

Age: 20th Century / 1901 - 2000

20th Century / 1901 - 2000

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.
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